Childcare6 hrs agoParental leave and pay for new parents to be reviewedCampaigners say the UK's system has been "overlooked for years", and investing in it is a "no-brainer".6 hrs agoFamily & Education1 day agoParents 'fearful' of looming nursery privatisationParents urge Leeds City Council to keep control of all its remaining Little Owls nurseries.1 day agoWest Yorkshire11 Jun 2025People on £10,000 to £71,000 react to the UK's spending plansAfter the government outlined its spending plans, people with a range of incomes give us their reaction.11 Jun 2025Business11 Jun 2025Students may drop out over creche fee rise, says unionStudents with children will have to pay three times the current cost for childcare from September. 11 Jun 2025Northern Ireland9 Jun 2025Rent rise puts future of SEN play group in doubtThe Charles Burrell Centre says the increase is essential to balance the books amid rising costs.9 Jun 2025Norfolk6 Jun 2025Threatened rural nurseries to stay open after parents' campaignFive facilities will continue to operate next year after Scottish Borders Council agreed a new plan. 6 Jun 2025South Scotland3 Jun 2025How can working parents get 15 and 30 hours of free childcare?Childcare support for working parents varies across the UK, depending on the child's age. 3 Jun 20251 Jun 2025New hub 'relieves pressure' for struggling parentsThe site offers support for parents and carers and a place for children to play free of charge.1 Jun 2025Wear22 May 2025Fostering under threat in Essex, council saysMore children are being placed in care but the number of carers is falling, says the local council.22 May 2025Essex...