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Feb 2021
Furlough Scheme Extended to March 2021
The ongoing restrictions in place across the country have hit the indoor play sector hard, with many settings unable to open.
Industry news and insight
The latest news, views and industry insight from Morton Michel.
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, as well as an archive of earlier updates for reference.
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Feb 2021
Shadow minister says it’s crunch time for early years
Tulip Siddiq MP, shadow minister for children and early years, wants the COVID crisis to act as a wake-up call to government, which sees the sector receive the recognition and funding it deserves.
25
Feb 2021
New Restrictions Take Hold
Unlike the lockdown in the spring however, regulated settings have been allowed to continue in operation, but it is still the case that many children’s activity providers have not been allowed to ope ..........
25
Feb 2021
Local Authorities Clarify Advice for Unregulated Sector
With national restrictions coming in at relatively short notice, it has been challenging for some providers to find out what requirements apply to them.
25
Feb 2021
Inspectors Prepare Post-Covid Regime
With the increased restrictions due to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis in place over the winter, the English regulator Ofsted has decided to delay the reintroduction of full inspections until the summer ..........