Labour in a bind over much-needed childcare reform

  (The Guardian) : Party is awaiting steer on what would be an expensive overhaul and is also keen to show commitment to fiscal restraint Childcare in England failing and falling behind much of world, charity says In a report, the Fawcett Society has drawn a conclusion that young parents are already familiar with: childcare in England is not working. Compared with systems in Ireland, Estonia, France, Canada and Australia – all countries that have recently carried out or initiated major reforms – the English system is expensive, underfunded and unambitious. Continue reading... ..