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Kildare Expands Service With New Vegetable Oil–Powered Mobile Library Expected To Roll Out Next Year

Tuesday, 7 October 2025 09:51

By Martin Osborne - Head of News. Got a story? Email news@kfmradio.com

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The Council has confirmed that a state-of-the-art mobile library, powered by Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil and fitted with solar panels, Wi-Fi and full accessibility, will be delivered in late 2026.

Kildare’s Mobile Library Service is back on the road after a seven-month break - and a brand new, eco-powered vehicle is on the way. 

A new driver has been appointed and routes through Kill and Prosperous have already resumed. 

The Council has confirmed that a state-of-the-art mobile library, powered by Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil and fitted with solar panels, Wi-Fi and full accessibility, will be delivered in late 2026. 

Officials say the new vehicle will allow the service to expand into more communities and festivals.

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