Asked if raising employers’ NI rate would worsen a funding gap, Jess Phillips replies "undoubtedly".

Denis the double-decker play bus travels around Ipswich and supports families in social isolation.

Hackney Council accepts its consultation over plans to close two children's centres was "unlawful".

NHS staff with young chidren are trying to save two hospital-affiliated nurseries in south London.

The rural pre-school hopes families come from further for its focus on nature and the outdoors.

About 1,300 families are receiving financial help towards early years education under a new scheme.

Parents in England can now access 15 hours of free weekly childcare for children from nine months.

A thief broke in to a playgroup in Blackwood and stole about £500 worth of technology.