Libraries nationwide abolish fines for overdue items

Library users will no longer be required to pay fines on overdue books.
From January 1, members will not be required to pay fines on overdue items and all existing fines will also be cancelled.
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From January 1, members will not be required to pay fines on overdue items and all existing fines will also be cancelled.
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