10-year literacy, numeracy and digital literacy plan launched for adults

10-year literacy, numeracy and digital literacy plan launched for adults

Minister Simon Harris said struggling with reading or writing can have a huge impact on your everyday life. Photo: Gareth Chaney/Collins

Tue, 08 Sep, 2020 - 13:47
Mairead Cleary

The Government has launched a new 10-year strategy for adult literacy, numeracy and digital literacy today on International Literacy Day.

Minister Simon Harris has tasked SOLAS, the Further Education and Training Authority, with developing the plan. 

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