The Canberra Liberals have welcomed support for their call for an independent, full review of literacy in ACT public schools.

“This is a win for the community, a win for schools and most of all, a win for all children and students in the ACT,” said Shadow Education Minister Jeremy Hanson.

“We have been working for months with parents, educators, the unions and experts to shine a light on this issue, culminating in our call for a full review into literacy achievement in the ACT.

“That call has now been agreed to in the Legislative Assembly today.

“We know there is no single or simple answer, but I am very pleased the government has now accepted the need to address this issue and I look forward to continuing to work with all groups to stand up for education standards in the ACT,” Mr Hanson concluded