The Reading Agency is a new charity working to inspire, challenge and support libraries in creating the best possible access to books and reading for everyone.

Its work includes developing pilot models, national programmes, partnerships, advocacy, research and training. As a UK wide development agency it can help partners access the public library network.

It has been formed by merging three existing library development agencies: LaunchPad, The Reading Partnership and Well Worth Reading.

For further information contact:
Penny Shaplabnd

Head of Resources
The Reading Agency
PO Box 96
St Albans
AL1 3WP
Tel: 0871 750 1200
Fax: 0871 750 1201
Email: penny.shapland@readingagency.org.uk
Web: www.readingagency.org.uk