Motion text
That this House notes that Renfrewshire Council is the first local authority in Scotland to offer all three to five year olds the opportunity to register for the book gifting service provided by Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library; understands that in 2020 that charity gifted its 150 millionth book; believes that providing books in early years can promote a lifelong love of reading and improve literacy rates; and congratulates Gail Abraham and Julie Paterson at Renfrewshire Council for their hard work and dedication in managing and promoting a project which will raise attainment for all in Renfrewshire.
Signatures (10)
The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.
Newlands, Gavin
Scottish National Party
Signed on
22 September 2021
Fellows, Marion
Scottish National Party
Signed on
23 September 2021
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
23 September 2021
Stephens, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
23 September 2021
Grady, Patrick
Scottish National Party
Signed on
18 October 2021
Thewliss, Alison
Scottish National Party
Signed on
18 October 2021
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.