Motion text
That this House celebrates World Book Day and the vital role of reading in shaping young minds; commends Own Books for its exceptional work in providing free books to children across Warwickshire and beyond, allowing them to take books home to keep and fostering a lifelong love of reading; congratulates the charity on receiving the King’s Award for Voluntary Service, recognising its significant contribution to literacy and education; acknowledges the profound impact that access to books has on children’s confidence, wellbeing, and future opportunities; and calls on the Government to support community-led literacy initiatives that ensure every child, regardless of background, has access to books and the joy of reading.
Signatures (17)
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.
Perteghella, Manuela
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
4 March 2025
Hobhouse, Wera
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
5 March 2025
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
5 March 2025
Stone, Jamie
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
5 March 2025
Maguire, Helen
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
5 March 2025
George, Andrew
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
5 March 2025
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
Reynolds, Mr Joshua
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
5 March 2025
Vaz, Valerie
Labour
Signed on
5 March 2025
Brown-Fuller, Jess
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
5 March 2025
MacDonald, Mr Angus
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
6 March 2025
Savage, Dr Roz
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
7 March 2025
Khan, Ayoub
Independent
Signed on
10 March 2025
Chowns, Ellie
Green Party
Signed on
10 March 2025
Law, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
11 March 2025
Dyke, Sarah
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
12 March 2025
Maskell, Rachael
Labour
Signed on
25 March 2025
McDonnell, John
Independent
Signed on
31 March 2025
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.