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Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Lord Morris of Manchester (Labour), on Tuesday, 6 February 1990, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 164 members in total.


Dyslexia Awareness Campaign

That this House congratulates the British Dyslexia Association and its sponsors on the Dyslexia Awareness Campaign taking place in International Literacy Year; notes that one person in 25, or an average of one child in every classroom, has a specific learning difficulty in reading, writing and spelling; is concerned that only a small proportion of dyslexics have access to skilled assessment and tuition; and calls upon Her Majesty's Government to take whatever measures may be necessary to enable all dyslexics to make the most of their educational opportunities and aptitudes.

Amendments

The Early day motion has received an amendment.

Dyslexia Awareness Campaign (453A1)
The Early day motion has received an amendment sponsored by Bill Michie (primary, Labour) and tabled on Monday, 12 February 1990. It has been signed by 18 members in total.
After 'take', insert 'as a matter of urgency'.

Secondary information

Type
Early day motion
Reference
453 
453A1 
Session
1989-90
Subjects
Dyslexia Special educational needs
Link
View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk