Literacy22 Sept 2026Dolly Parton free book scheme to expand in LondonThe late singer's Imagination Library posts children a free book every month until they turn five.22 Sept 202615 Sept 2026New reading, maths and attendance targets to boost school standardsIt comes a week after results showed Welsh teens lagging further behind their peers across the UK.15 Sept 202614 Sept 2026Disadvantaged pupils read less, report suggestsChildren from low income families are less likely to read for pleasure than others, a report says.14 Sept 202614 Sept 2026New book festival launched in cityThe main aim of October's event is to share a passion for reading and help improve literacy levels.14 Sept 202612 Sept 2026Dolly Parton book scheme to launch in market townChildren in Selby are to receive free books through country music icon Dolly Parton's literacy scheme.12 Sept 20268 Sept 2026Are Scottish pupils getting worse at reading?Scotland was once a PISA top performer. Why are scores now falling?8 Sept 20268 Sept 2026England up in reading, maths and science rankings as Scotland and Wales fall behindThe latest Pisa report also warned of a global decline in teenagers' reading skills.8 Sept 20267 Sept 2026Book swaps turn seafront into open-air libraryHolidaymakers and locals are urged to borrow, exchange, or replace books in the Little Libraries. 7 Sept 20263 Sept 2026People struggle to read health advice, report saysA Surrey council report warns many residents struggle to understand and use health information.3 Sept 2026...
