# Shared Reading Programme

> Tender notice from UK public-sector procurement sources.

## Key facts

- Public buyer: [Wirral Borough Council](/buyers/wirral-borough-council/contract-awards)
- Tender value: £125,000
- Published: 18 December 2017
- Planned start: 1 April 2018
- Planned end: 31 March 2021
- Stage: open_tender
- Procurement category: services
- Notice ID: d5701c77-ca02-40eb-9498-5df0c72af7a6-187557
- OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1096d5a1-5ce9-48c0-882a-cf46026c3dd8

## Description

Wirral Council is seeking to commission a Shared Reading Programme as part of its approach to promote positive mental health across the borough\. The successful provider will establish and deliver a range of shared reading groups within a variety of settings, targeting the most vulnerable Wirral residents\. The aim of the programme is to improve wellbeing, self-esteem and confidence and reduce feelings of social isolation for reading group members and volunteers\.

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## Source

[View the original notice on Contracts Finder](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5701c77-ca02-40eb-9498-5df0c72af7a6-187557)