NEWS: Update from Coram Family and Childcare on early education expansion

Coram Family and Childcare has released new figures on local authorities’ confidence to deliver the expansion of early education entitlements in England.

27/06/2024

NEWS: Update on Independent Review of Childminding in Wales/Diweddariad ar yr Adolygiad Annibynnol

A statement shared by the Minister for Mental Health and Early Years, Jayne Bryant (MS) was published during Childminding Week.

This gave the Welsh Government an opportunity to provide an update about the work they are undertaking, alongside partners, including PACEY Cymru, to respond to the recommendations for the Independent Review of Childminding.

19/06/2024

NEWS: Conservative manifesto confirms early years entitlement rollout

Yesterday (11 June) the Conservative party launched its manifesto ahead of the 4 July general election, confirming its plans to extend funded entitlements to eligible parents of children 9 months and over. 

12/06/2024

NEWS: Liberal Democrats manifesto promises flexible, affordable and fair childcare

Yesterday (10 June) the Liberal Democrat party launched its new manifesto which includes several actions to make early years and childcare provision “flexible, affordable and fair” for parents and carers. 

11/06/2024

NEWS: Labour’s early years and childcare pledge

As the build-up to the general election builds momentum the Labour Party today announced their plans for early years and childcare.

10/06/2024

NEWS: New polling shows strong public support for early years in England

New research from the Early Education and Childcare Coalition (EECC) and More in Common shows a high level of support among voters in England for early education and childcare.

07/06/2024