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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Albert Toth

Free childcare rollout should be extended to non-working parents, charity says

Many children who would benefit most from early years childcare may be missing out, experts have warned, as the government-backed free childcare rollout reaches its final stage.

From 1 September, eligible parents can claim 30 hours of free childcare a week for any number of children. This applies to most working parents who earn up to £100,000 a year.

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