BOOK AID INTERNATIONAL

Early day motion 838, tabled 16 March 2004 by Baroness Hoey (Labour). Signed by 72 members.

That this House warmly congratulates Book Aid International on its 50th anniversary pays tribute to its achievements during this period; particularly its work in making books available through libraries to people of all ages, especially in deprived areas; recognises the positive effect its work has had in poverty reduction; appreciates its strong commitment in promoting literacy in underdeveloped countries; and calls on the Government to continue to support its work.

Signatures by party: Labour 39, Liberal Democrat 13, Labour/Co-operative 8, Conservative 6, DUP 2, Plaid Cymru 2, UUP 2.