Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 15777
Childcare
Tabled: 3 July 2026
Answered: 15 July 2026
Question
Patrick Hurley
Labour — Southport
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of childcare on meeting the needs of parents working irregular hours, shift patterns or in insecure employment.
Answer
Olivia BaileyThe department is investing over £1 billion more in the early years entitlements this year compared to 2025/26 and an above inflation increase to entitlements funding rates. In 2026/27, we expect to provide over £9.5 billion for the early years entitlemen...
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