Boots Opticians backs Vision for Literacy Business Pledge

Boots Opticians was a lead signatory on the Vision for Literacy Business Pledge 2016, launched by the National Literacy Forum, a coalition established by the National Literacy Trust.

Ben Fletcher (pictured), managing director of Boots Opticians, said: ‘We strongly believe the optical profession has a big role to play in supporting young people in the UK with their education and literacy. Eighty per cent of a child’s learning occurs through sight and an undiagnosed vision problem can affect a child’s ability to concentrate for long periods of time and delay reading development.’

The multiple’s staff have each been given two volunteering days and will visit local primary schools to encourage children to read more for enjoyment and emphasise the importance of regular eye checks.