KR Talking News
A free audio news and features service for people who find it difficult to read local newspapers.
Available on CD and Cassette
Have you heard the news?
If a visual impairment or disability prevents you from reading your local newspaper, then you could be missing out on what’s happening in your local area.
The KR Talking News can help. Produced fortnightly on CD and cassette, this council-funded service provides news, views and features from the local newspapers* circulating within Kirklees. It is delivered to your door and is free of charge.
(* Our thanks go to the owners of the newspapers in Kirklees for allowing us to use their stories.)
Frequently asked questions
• What is included on the KR Talking News
News and features from the area’s local newspapers – along with lots of other useful information – are collected by our two editors. They are read by a band of volunteer readers and recorded and mixed by two sound engineers in our professional recording studio.
• Who can become a listener?
If you struggle to read conventional newspapers then we would be pleased to hear from you.
• Is there a charge for the talking newspaper?
No, the KR Talking News is funded by Kirklees Council and the service is free. You can choose from either CD or cassette format which will be delivered free to your door each fortnight.
• How do I get in touch?
For further information and to be added to our mailing list, simply ring our office and we’ll be delighted to tell you more.
Contact Details:
KR Talking News
Kirklees Transcription Service
Huddersfield Library
Princess Alexandra Walk
Huddersfield
HD1 2SU
Phone: 01484 221793
Email: Kirklees.recorder@kirklees.gov.uk
Website: www.kirklees.gov.uk/talkingnews
Other library services
Kirklees Transcription Service 01484 221955
Large Print Books 01484 221959
Talking Books 01484 221954
Home Service 01484 226363
This leaflet is also available in Braille and Audio.
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