Ealing Central Library in west London has temporarily closed after bedbugs were found in the furnishings. The closure was due to concerns from staff and library users, despite the library being deemed safe for the public.
The council plans to reopen the library on Thursday after measures have been taken to address the bedbug infestation. The chemicals used for treatment are considered safe for all ages, and the council will continue to monitor the situation to prevent recurrence.
This comes after reports of a bedbug outbreak in Paris raised concerns about the infestation spreading to other cities.