NCBI’s library strives to make print books accessible to blind and vision impaired clients in Ireland. 54% of the library members are aged 65+ and with an annual increase of 10% in membership, the library has seen an unprecedented growth in the last 10 years.

Over the years, the NCBI’s library has seen a steady growth in membership. Technology has revolutionised the means by which books are produced and made accessible. More funding is needed for NCBI’s library services as the demand for audio and Braille production and dissemination is increasing. Downloadable audio books are the future for accessing and reading books. More investment needs to be channelled into the provision of technologies such as computers, ipods, and broadband. Providing such technologies will enable individuals to receive required information from the latest edition of a newspaper to a bestselling book directly in their home.