A NEW toy library, which will benefit local children with additional needs, has officially opened in Milford Haven.

The Disability and Sensory Library, located at Milford Haven Library and Information Centre, offers a range of specialist toys which are available for loan.

The new addition to the town’s library is the result of a partnership between Milford Haven Neighbourhood Policing Team (MHNPT) and Pembrokeshire Libraries, and enables people to take the items home to assess if they suit their specific needs.

The library is open to any family or professional living or based in Milford Haven, who cares for children or adults with special or additional support needs.

Residents from other areas of Pembrokeshire are welcome to join as long as they are able to visit Milford Haven Library and Information Centre to collect and return the item.

Signatories must be 18 or over and be a member of Pembrokeshire Libraries. To join the library, you must provide ID which shows your name and address, plus proof of disability.

The toys are not on public display in the library but can be selected from a specially created catalogue.

Items are loaned free of charge, with a refundable cash deposit for certain large items, and booking in advance is essential.

To book an item, please contact Milford Haven Library and Information Centre on 01437 771 888 or e-mail milfordhavenlibrary@pembrokeshire.gov.uk