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Five public libraries in Havering could shut down as Havering Council looks to make savings of up to 拢300,000 a year.

The libraries earmarked for potential closure are Collier Row, Elm Park, Gidea Park, Harold Wood and South Hornchurch.

A public consultation has been launched by the council into the future of the libraries, with the council saying they need residents help to decide their future.

麻豆社 Radio London's Salma El-Wardany has been speaking to Kamal Shah, Chairman of the Community Libraries Network, about what the potential impact might be.

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