Oral Question·Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy
“If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.”
Tabled: 23 September 2020Answered: 29 September 2020
Asked by
Nadia Whittome
Labour — Nottingham East
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy
Answer from Hansard
Bridget Phillipson
I am happy to discuss that further with my hon. Friend. We are committed to reviewing childcare support and making sure that it is accessible and simple for families. PhD students are not eligible for some elements of support, but depending on income they may be eligible for certain hours. Student parents are eligible for the universal 15 hours of early free childcare, which is also available for all three and four-year-olds, regardless of family circumstances.