Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 59345

Children: Reading

Tabled: 12 June 2025

Answered: 20 June 2025

Question

Jim Shannon

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of access to books in low-income households on reading outcomes among children eligible for free school meals.

Answer

Catherine McKinnell

Education is a devolved matter, and the response outlines the information for England only.The department knows that reading for pleasure is hugely important and brings a range of benefits. As well as a number of strong links with attainment, pupils who r...

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