News Archive

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2007

22 February 2007

BDA wants children to have the Right to Read.

The British Dyslexia Association (BDA) and RNIB are asking children, parents and teachers to join together and lobby MPs for the Right to Read. Read the full story here.

26 April 2007

British Dyslexia Association (BDA) response to Radio 4’s Today programme's claims that people with dyslexia are not stupid. Read the full story here.

29 April 2007

Dyslexia Action and the British Dyslexia Association (BDA) respond to The Mail on Sunday’s article. Read the full story here.

16 May 2007

The British Dyslexia Association (BDA) is pleased to announce that Kate Griggs, campaigner and founder of dyslexia charity Xtraordinary People has won backing from Government to fund an exciting initiative. Read the full story here.

29 May 2007

Dyslexia Action and British Dyslexia Association (BDA) response to claims that dyslexia does not exist. Read the full story here.

12 June 2007

Calderdale Council receives Dyslexia Friendly Award.

Calderdale Council has received official recognition from the British Dyslexia Association (BDA) for the work it does in supporting children and young people with dyslexia. Read the full story here.

18 December 2007

BDA Welcomes Primary Review

The British Dyslexia Association (BDA), the voice of dyslexic people, has welcomed the publication of The Primary Review into Special Education Needs (SEN). Read the full story here.

14 December 2007

BDA: Children Need More Support from Schools

A survey into what parent’s want from their child’s school has found there is a clear need for better support and help for children with specific learning difficulties. Read the full story here.

7 December 2007

BDA Welcomes Government Funding.

The Government has announced it is providing the British Dyslexia Association (BDA), the voice of dyslexic people, with £150,000 of funding to help support its National Helpline over the next two years. Read the full story here.