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Sep 2025
British Red Cross: How to Help with Meningitis
Ahead of World Meningitis Day on 5th October, learn how to help if you suspect a child in your care may be suffering with the infection.
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.
News for Early Years:
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Mar 2024
Boost to Early Years Pay in Scotland
The Scottish Government has announced it will be committing an extra £16 million to ensure that all staff in private, voluntary and independent childcare settings can be paid a minimum of £12 an hour.
26
Mar 2024
Ofsted’s ‘Big Listen’ Consultation Running Until the End of May
Ofsted's 'Big Listen' Consultation, which launched on 8th March, seeks input from parents and professionals working in schools, children’s social care, teacher training and early years settings.
26
Mar 2024
Booking Date Set for 9 Month Olds' Childcare Entitlement
The government has set 12th May as the date from which parents will be able to start booking funded childcare places for children aged between 9 and 23 months.
08
Mar 2024
Budget 2024: Confirmation of 'Guaranteed' Rates for Childcare Expansion
The Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, delivered his Spring Budget on 6th March 2024, confirming there will be an extra £500m for providers over two years to support workforce costs.