In a landmark announcement at the Treasury yesterday evening, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rt Hon Rachel Reeves, pledged that every primary school in the country will have a library by the end of this Parliament. This commitment was made in the presence of representatives from Penguin Random House UK and other key stakeholders.
This announcement is a significant milestone for the Libraries for Primaries campaign, co-founded with Penguin in 2021. The campaign has been the result of years of dedicated collaborative efforts aimed at enhancing educational resources for young children.
"We are proud and thrilled to witness this commitment," said a spokesperson for the campaign. "We know the transformative power school libraries have in giving children the best possible start in life. This announcement will help unlock that potential for every child, no matter where they live."
The initiative underscores the government's recognition of the crucial role that school libraries play in child development and education. By ensuring that every primary school is equipped with a library, the campaign aims to provide equitable access to learning resources, fostering a love for reading and lifelong learning among children across the country.
This commitment is expected to have a profound impact on the educational landscape, offering every child the opportunity to benefit from the resources and support that a well-stocked library provides. The Libraries for Primaries campaign continues to advocate for the importance of school libraries and looks forward to seeing this vision become a reality.
For more information, please contact: Libraries for Primaries Campaign Email: [email protected] Phone: +44 20 1234 5678
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