Axel Scheffler, quoted in your article (Rachel Reeves pledges a library in every primary school in England, 28 September), says: “A school library is more than just a room full of books … It’s a place where imaginations grow, confidence builds, and a lifelong love of reading takes root.” This is, of course, true. And Rachel Reeves can be applauded for her pledge.
However, she makes no mention of who will coordinate, run and refresh the items in this space. Will it be a newly labelled “teacher-librarian”, already frazzled as a classroom teacher with little spare time? Or will each school employ a qualified librarian? Who will fund this? School library spaces can look sad and uninviting without regular care and attention.
