AN Orford dad has won an award for taking part in a programme that encourages children to read.

Tony Meade, aged 54, won Livewire’s family award during adult learner’s week.

He was nominated by Livewire Libraries for taking part in initiative Bookstart Corner, helping daughter Kelsey to read, and regularly using Orford Library.

Tony said: “This has made lots of difference in my relationship with my girls as I now make sure I spend one on one time sharing books each day.”