Possible closure of home delivery library services would be a blow to households in Wharfedale, says an Ilkley councillor.

Councillor Anne Hawkesworth (Ind, Ilkley) says residents who have contacted her about the plans in Bradford Council’s budget proposals believe the service is a valuable lifeline of support to the elderly.

“This will be a huge blow to the housebound in the valley,” said Coun Hawkes-worth.

“I am discussing what possible options there are to retain the facility in some form.”