Less advantaged children less likely to meet standard of EYFS Profile tests

Ofsted statistics show a 29% drop in childminder numbers since 2012

Low Pay Commission report says that some National Living Wage workers are underpaid

Only two local authorities will see rates increase

Government is looking to work with local authorities

DfE funds early years projects supporting children’s communication skills

Under-spend will not be reallocated but returned to the Treasury instead

Delayed payments will be processed on 7 November

Minister confirms that additional spending on education is available to maintained nurseries

APPG for Childcare and Early Education to be chaired by Tulip Siddiq

DfE statistics show decrease in provider numbers since 2016

Alliance will change its name in early 2019