Ask yourself what you can do This leaflet sets out our plans and progress so far. We will continue to develop the strategy to tackle the enormous problem of poor basic skills. But the Government cannot tackle this problem alone. We recognise that some organisations, businesses, colleges and practitioners are already doing a great deal to support adults with poor basic skills. But the size of the task means that many more have to make this commitment. We need your help. Adults with poor basic skills often do not realise they have a problem. And if they do, many are not able or prepared to do anything about it. We have to change the culture of learning in this country, and that requires constant encouragement and pressure from everyone who can make a difference. We would like you to consider the following questions: What commitment can you or your organisation make? Is your organisation already addressing the issue of basic skills needs and do you have examples of good practice you could share with others? What are the challenges you face? What are your priorities? Have you set targets? What changes do you hope to see in the next two years? Do you have links with your Local Learning Partnership to enable you to contribute to basic skills learning plans for your area? What other specific actions should the Government consider? This is not a formal consultation exercise, but we would be pleased to receive your views on-line. "My Government is committed to doing something dramatic about this." Rt Hon David Blunkett MP Secretary of State for Education and Employment

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