Half of three- and four-year-olds use a tablet
Six in 10 three and four-year-olds use a digital device
EYFS reforms could lead to “tick-box” approach, Alliance warns
Consultation on reforms closes today
More than eight in 10 local authorities have closed children’s centres
Government figures reveal extent of children’s centre closures
Alliance launches survey on SEND funding
Survey looks into the impact of early years funding on SEND provision
Duchess of Cambridge launches early childhood survey
5 Big Questions survey aims to build “healthiest generation”
Ofsted considers changes to nursery chain inspections
Alliance criticises suggested changes
“Lost decade” for early years workforce
Alliance comments on EPI research
Tulip Siddiq replaces Tracy Brabin as shadow early years minister
Siddiq returns to shadow cabinet role
Tracy Brabin leaves early years role
Shadow early years minister promoted to shadow culture secretary
Government confirms March Budget date
Next Budget will take place on 11 March
National Living Wage will rise to £8.72 an hour
Government confirms minimum wage will increase in April
Alliance calls for urgent funding review after election
Call for urgent review of early years funding rates as Conservatives form government