“Disappointing though sadly not surprising”

Cost-of-living crisis hits the early years sector

Spring Statement fails to mention the early years

Coram Family and Childcare survey reveals rising costs and reduced availability

Families with pre-school children spend more than a third of their wages on childcare

Teachers report rise in number of Reception children not being “school ready”

NHS advice on introducing solid food to be shared

An additional £6m to be paid to providers

Response to Petitions Committee report criticised by Alliance

Changes to guidance as England drops all Covid-19 restrictions

DfE says there is a higher risk of transmission

CMOs recommend 120 to 180 minutes of activity a week