I work for another Inner London borough's library service.

While we're going to have have our fair share of cuts, there are no plans to close any libraries. (Infact we're re-opening two refurbished branches this summer with new jobs) Some of the savings we have implemented are by having self-service machines for discharging and returning books. We also get the customer to pre-book computer time. However, we're still able to provide the customer with help if required, including doing the standard tasks you'd expect from a library.

If you really want your local library to stay, especially Sydenham, which is in a deprived area, then use it! The more books you borrow, the DVD's you rent out or the hour you use on the PC's show that it's an essential resource.