News

Coronavirus daily round-up: Tuesday 19 May

3 mins read Coronavirus
Early years leaders have criticised the government after providers were missed out of plans for emergency funding offered to schools to cover the cost of the coronavirus pandemic.
Childcare providers have not been offered emergency funding by government, sector leaders say. Picture: Adobe Stock
Childcare providers have not been offered emergency funding by government, sector leaders say. Picture: Adobe Stock

Each day, CYP Now will summarise the key issues affecting the children and families sector as it tackles the effects of the pandemic. The daily update signposts children’s services practitioners and leaders to the latest developments, expert views, advice and resources.

Childcare providers criticise lack of government support

Early years leaders have hit out over a lack of financial support for providers preparing to reopen on 1 June.

The backlash comes after the government pledged between £25,000 and £75,000 for schools to cover the cost of the pandemic but did not offer the same to nurseries.

Register Now to Continue Reading

Thank you for visiting Children & Young People Now and making use of our archive of more than 60,000 expert features, topics hubs, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:

What's Included

  • Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month

  • Email newsletter providing advice and guidance across the sector

Register

Already have an account? Sign in here


More like this

Hertfordshire Youth Workers

“Opportunities in districts teams and countywide”

Administration Apprentice

SE1 7JY, London (Greater)