Early Years Workforce Commission launches
Alliance joins sector organisations in review of workforce challenges
Nick Gibb to share early years role with Vicky Ford
DfE confirms ministerial portfolios following reshuffle
Cost of childcare rising above the rate of inflation
Cost of care for children under two rises 5%
Children face “an uncertain future” according to WHO
Report from WHO warns of health and climate concerns for future generations
Just one in six eligible families takes up tax-free childcare offer
“Lack of awareness” behind low tax-free childcare take-up, HMRC says
Gavin Williamson remains in education secretary post
Williamson continues to serve after cabinet reshuffle
Early years staff leave sector over pay
NatCen research reveals extent of recruitment issues
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”