Industry news and insight

The latest news, views and industry insight from Morton Michel.

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News, views and industry insight

This page is regularly updated to keep you informed on what's happening at Morton Michel and in the childcare sector.

27
Mar 2023

New Childminders to Receive Payment

In the budget, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced that a pilot scheme will start in the autumn, offering childminders £600 upon registration or £1,200 if they register with a childminder agency.

27
Mar 2023

Government to Change English Staff:Child Ratios

A decade since changing Staff:Child ratios was first proposed by the then Childcare Minister, Liz Truss, it appears the government is determined to press ahead with this controversial policy.