High early years costs are “costing the economy billions in lost earnings” report claims
CPP report says high early years fees are “holding back much-needed labour supply”
Government publishes SEND Improvement Plan
New plan follows last year’s consultation on proposals to improve SEND provision
Almost nine in 10 early years providers set to increase fees this year
New Alliance survey warns of rising costs for families as providers struggling with increased expenses
Chancellor set to “reject” 30-hour expansion proposals
Chancellor reportedly set to reject reform plans to expand the 30-hour offer.
Princess of Wales launches long-term early years campaign
‘Shaping Us’ campaign aims to increase public understanding of the first five years
Rising costs hit children’s meals in settings
82% of providers support the idea of additional funding for meals and snacks
A million children under four “growing up in poverty”, report warns
Joseph Rowntree Foundation report shows impact of growing costs
Alliance to give evidence to Education Committee Inquiry
Inquiry will examine access to childcare and early years entitlements
Princess of Wales visits outstanding Alliance-run setting in Luton
Visit part of work raising awareness of the importance of the early years
Energy bill support for businesses will reduce in April
Alliance warns that new scheme will not safeguard settings
Early years sector not mentioned in Rishi Sunak’s ‘priorities’ speech
Prime Minister outlines priorities for year, without mentioning early years funding
Plans to overhaul early years “shelved”
Alliance welcomes update on ratio plans