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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Armed Forces Update

07 July 2020 · Ministry of Defence

Proposed by Ben Wallace Con Wyre and Preston North

Children & FamiliesDefence

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Key points

  • The statement announces a pilot scheme for wrap around childcare for UK Armed Forces families.
  • The pilot program will launch at RAF High Wycombe and RAF Halton starting from September 2020.
  • Free before and after school care will be provided for eligible working parents with children aged 4-11.

Issue summary

The statement announces a pilot scheme for wrap around childcare for UK Armed Forces families.

Action requested

The launch of a pilot program at RAF High Wycombe and RAF Halton starting from September 2020, followed by Catterick Garrison and Plymouth Naval area in January 2021. The pilot aims to provide free before and after school care for eligible working parents with children aged 4-11.

Key facts

  • Wrap around childcare pilot scheme launched for UK Armed Forces families.
  • Pilot sites: RAF High Wycombe, RAF Halton (September 2020), Catterick Garrison, Plymouth Naval area (January 2021).
  • Eligible working parents with children aged 4-11 can access before and after school care during term time.
  • Funding covers early starts and late finishes for eligible personnel regardless of their geographical location within the UK.
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