Denmark is facing a ‘reading crisis’ and has announced plans to make books more affordable by exempting them from a 25 percent value-added tax. The government’s decision is part of a broader effort to promote literacy and ensure that more citizens have access to books. This move is seen as a positive step in the country’s educational and cultural development.
The Danish government has stated that by lowering the tax on books, it aims to encourage reading among all age groups, particularly among children and young adults. The initiative is expected to benefit local bookstores and publishers, as well to reduce the financial burden on families seeking to provide educational resources for their children. This policy change reflects a growing recognition of the importance of literacy in a modern, knowledge-based economy.