Why Reading Matters

News 29.03.2026

The Reading Agency's Why Reading Matters: A Toolkit for Local Authorities brings together clear evidence, key messages and practical tools to help libraries and partners make the case for reading during the National Year of Reading and beyond.⁠ ⁠

From wellbeing to economic growth, reading is a cost-effective way to deliver impact across local priorities.⁠ Explore the toolkit here. 

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