Literacy news
Literacy news covers the latest news from the media and other sources, as well as updates on NLT activity. The most recent headlines are listed below and you can browse archived news by moving through the page numbers at the bottom of the page.
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Communities and local areas news stories:
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16May2012National Literacy Trust vacancy
We have an Interim Programme Manager vacancy for our Literacy Champions project.
Posted by Jane Woodley
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23Mar2012Rochdale’s Community Champions initiative wins national award
A local authority's volunteer programme to support literacy has been recognised by a national award.
Posted by Jane Woodley
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03Feb2012Libraries in spotlight
National Libraries Day marks a year of protests against library closures
Posted by Jane Woodley
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05Dec20113.8 million children in the UK do not own a book
Our new report reveals that the number of children who do not own a book is increasing. We are responding to the findings by launching our Christmas Gift of Reading fundraising appeal.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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01Dec2011Adult skills survey results released today
The new Skills for Life Survey reveals significant shifts in literacy levels.
Posted by Jane Woodley
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25Nov2011Hello 'Shines a Light' on communication
Shine a Light Awards recognise services and communities that have excelled in supporting children communication.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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24Nov2011Most disadvantaged parents find early years groups intimidating
New report finds that parents from disadvantaged communities are put off by first visits to early years groups.
Posted by Jennifer Cole
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24Nov2011Select Committee launches inquiry into library closures
The Culture, Media and Sport Committee invites submissions on the impact of library closures.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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08Nov2011Reading to children can set them on path to success
PISA report looks at the impact of parents' participation in their children's learning.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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03Nov2011Rise in the number of pre-school children taking part in library activities
There has been an increase in the number of under-fives attending events at public libraries.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
