Campaigners fighting to save a library jointly run by two councils in dispute have called a public meeting in an effort to save the service.

An argument over the running of the Upper Norwood library, which is operated by both Croydon and Lambeth Councils, erupted in October when Croydon announced it had terminated the joint agreement, accusing Lambeth of a breach of contract by failing to attend and co-operate at the 2010 and 2011 annual general meetings.

Lambeth responded by stating Croydon failed to appoint local ward councillors to the committee, but has been issued three options including buying Croydon’s shares in the library, take a lease on Croydon’s half share in the premises and run the service or agree to sell off the library completely.

Councillor Sara Bashford, Croydon Council’s cabinet member for customer services, culture and sport, said: “We look forward to receiving a response from Lambeth and to making progress on this issue after two years of frustration.”

Crystal Palace Community Association is fighting to keep the service running and has called a public meeting at the Salvation Army Hall, Westow Street, Upper Norwood on Wednesday November 30 at 7.30pm.

A spokesman for the group said: “Despite Croydon’s claimed support for the Upper Norwood Library, these options provide little reassurance for the future of the 111-year old library.”