Booktrust funding cut by 50%

Written By: Graeme Neill and Katie Allen Publication Date: Fri, 25/02/2011 - 16:44 Bookstart has had its funding slashed by 50% after the government pledged to continue funding the bookgifting scheme for the next two years. C.e.o of independent charity Booktrust, which administers the scheme, Viv Bird welcomed the guaranteed funding, which comes two months after the charity faced having its £13m annual funding slashed completely for the bookgifting programme. The Booktrust+ pack, which is aimed at children aged 18-30 months will be cut completely under the plans. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-02-25 00:00:00 UTC ]
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