IT WAS with dismay that I read last week in the South Wales Argus that possibly more Newport library closures are contemplated.

The library provides access to a wide range of great literature and also educational facilities for all age groups.

Even the central library in John Frost Square may close!

The loss of this essential service would surely diminish the city status of Newport. As a regular user of the central library, I am always impressed by the members of staff who are not only efficient, but very courteous and helpful at all times. I very much hope that we may still retain this excellent service.

E J Edwards, Oxford Close, Caerleon