Childcare2 Apr 2026SEND childcare campaign launched after girl's deathCampaign is calling for better care provision for children with complex needs during school holidays.2 Apr 20261 Apr 2026'My son's nursery closed with just 29 days' notice - why?Family First said demand had "continued to decline" and it was "no longer financially sustainable".1 Apr 202631 Mar 2026Parents promised more free childcare by party leadersTax breaks for parents, more funded care for nursery-age children and help to get parents back into work are among the campaign pledges. 31 Mar 202629 Mar 2026Plans for a 'true community hub' at Les CreuxThe site will include sports facilities and a nursery with users being asked to offer suggestions.29 Mar 202628 Mar 2026Improvements by nursery provider after Ofsted visitOne of two Caversham nurseries temporarily shut earlier this year, has reopened.28 Mar 202623 Mar 2026Have the 30 hours of funded childcare brought down costs for parents?Free childcare support for working parents varies across the UK, depending on the child's age. 23 Mar 202619 Mar 2026Nursery chain Busy Bees underpaid workersBusy Bees Nurseries is one of 389 firms criticised for failing to meet the National Minimum Wage.19 Mar 202610 Mar 2026'Investing in people': Can China's new push to boost spending revive the economy?Beijing has spent decades relying on exports and innovation but that model is now under strain. 10 Mar 202624 Feb 2026Parents can now apply for childcare fundingOnce the application is approved parents will receive payments within four weeks, officials say.24 Feb 2026...
