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03 December 2020
Lead MP
Vicky Ford
Chelmsford
Con
Responding Minister
Not recorded
Tags
Children & Families
Word Count: 1563
Other Contributors: 0
At a Glance
Vicky Ford raised concerns about unknown in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.
Key Requests to Government:
The lead MP assured the House that further details on spring term funding would be provided as soon as possible and emphasised the government's commitment to supporting early years settings through increased funding for hourly rates and reactive expert support. She also committed to continuing the long-term funding of maintained nursery schools.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
The lead MP expressed admiration for those working in the early years sector and highlighted improvements since 2013, including a rise from 74% to 96% of settings rated good or outstanding by Ofsted. She noted that the proportion of five-year-olds reaching a good level of development increased from 52% in 2013 to 72% currently. The MP also mentioned an unprecedented investment of £3.6 billion in free childcare places, benefiting over 1 million disadvantaged two-year-olds since 2013 and an estimated 345,700 children taking up 30-hour childcare places.
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About Westminster Hall Debates
Westminster Hall debates are a chance for MPs to raise important issues affecting their constituents and get a response from a government minister. Unlike Prime Minister's Questions, these debates are more in-depth and collaborative. The MP who secured the debate speaks first, other MPs can contribute, and a minister responds with the government's position.