Tell us: how are you affected by the expansion of the 30 hours childcare provision in England?

Share how the UK government’s expansion of the state-funded 30 hours childcare scheme for working parents may affect you, and what you make of itFrom 1 September 2025, families in England who meet certain work and income criteria will be able to claim 30 hours of free childcare per week – as part of the Free Childcare for Working Parents scheme.Some are celebrating the potential break from burdensome childcare costs for working families. However, critics say that the childcare sector still faces considerable funding and recruitment challenges, which may go unaddressed while the scheme places higher demand on nurseries and charities. Further, those who earn below £9,518 or are excluded from the eligibility criteria might be left behind if other provisions are not as thorough. Continue reading...

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