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Summer statement: Job creation scheme is undermined by Government’s failure to commit additional funding for childcare

Thursday, July 9, 2020

The Chancellor’s boost for youth employment is a non-starter for an early years sector which faces mass closures.

Summer statement: Job Retention Bonus could be ‘too little too late’

Wednesday, July 8, 2020

While the Chancellor has announced a Job Retention Bonus of £1,000 to UK employers for every eligible furloughed employee they bring back to work, this will give small comfort to childcare providers who are uncertain they will survive until Christmas.

Government must provide emergency funding for childcare in order to support new parents, says inquiry

Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Uncertainty about access to childcare is one of the central challenges facing new parents according to the latest findings of the House of Commons Petitions Committee.

Transitions should prioritise 'a recovery curriculum' rather than rushing ahead

Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Children in pre-schools, nurseries, Reception and Year 1 classes will benefit from remaining in their previous setting or class until January 2021, according to recommendations from Early Education and TACTYC.