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Northern Ireland Book Week

Early day motion 579, tabled 25 October 2021 by Jim Shannon (DUP). Signed by 8 members.

That this House notes the passing of Northern Ireland Book Week; further notes the early years benefit of children being read to daily to their development; encourages parents to make the best of the free resources available in local libraries; highlights the benefit to mental health from taking time to read; and further encourages adults and children alike to find a new favourite book and relax and unwind whilst discovering new worlds or new ideas.

Signatures by party: DUP 5, Independent 1, Labour 1, Scottish National Party 1.