Families will be thrown a lifeline by early-years plans, says UNISON

“Accessible, quality childcare and early years support can have a life-changing impact on children and their families. 

“Restoring the network of Sure Start centres will offer a lifeline by providing education and health services to those families most in need, after years of cuts left them in tatters.

“These proposals, along with an increase in free childcare, would bring long-term benefits far wider than just making life easier for families to go