Overview

• Parents may need to provide packed lunches as nurseries struggle with funding shortfalls.
• 85,000 additional childcare places and 40,000 extra staff are required to meet demand.
• Nurseries are charging for extras like nappies and outings to cover costs.
• Education Secretary acknowledges significant delivery challenges but pledges full commitment.
• Some areas require double or triple the increase in childcare hours to meet new targets.