Translink and Libraries NI have partnered to help bus and rail passengers make the most of their leisure time whilst travelling, by jointly promoting a new, free downloadable eBooks service.
This online facility enables library members to access over 30,000 free eBooks from the virtual library 24 hours a day, seven days a week without the hassle of returning books and no overdue charges to pay.
Catherine Mason, Translink Group Chief Executive said, “We are delighted to be working in partnership with Libraries NI and through this service are helping passengers to travel light and make the most of their personal time on board our bus and rail services.
“With Northern Ireland having the highest mobile phone penetration in the UK at 92% and more people using mobile devices to read or listen to music, the new eBooks offering will make public transport an even more attractive travel option. With fuel costs continuing to rise and increased car parking fees, public transport provides a better travel solution and not only does it offer good value for money it also helps save time by avoiding rush hour traffic, allowing people to relax.
Library membership is free for everyone, so if you’d like to become a library member and gain access to a ‘virtual’ library of free eBooks call into any local library to sign up or for further information please visit: www.librariesni.org.uk/ebooks.
Pictured:
Eve Finnegan travels light and takes advantage of the new eBooks offering, while her twin brother Pierce is left carrying a heavier load
