UK/September 01, 2022/Source: https://www.theguardian.com/

We’re keen to hear from nursery owners and childminders in the UK about the economic pressures they are facing, and how the expect to cope

We’re interested to hear which economic challenges UK early years providers face at the moment.

Whether you are a registered childminder or run a nursery, we would like to hear how you believe you will cope with rising costs and energy prices, and any other economic pressures you may face.

We are also keen to hear whether you think you’ll be able to recruit – or retain – enough staff, whether you think you’ll be able to continue offering the government’s ‘free’ hours of childcare to parents, and what your views are on calls to raise the minimum wage to £15 an hour.

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Source: https://www.theguardian.com/education/2022/aug/31/uk-early-years-providers-how-are-you-coping-with-rising-costs