Written questions

Pre-school Education: Finance

Commons · Question 69489 · Tabled 21 Jul 2025 · Department for Education · Official record

Answered 1 Sep 2025

Question

Asked by Freddie van Mierlo

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what recent discussions she has had with representatives of the early years sector on reforming the funding model to improve sustainability and reduce bureaucracy.

Answer

Answered by Stephen Morgan, 1 Sep 2025

The early years sector was widely consulted as part of the development of the Best Start in Life strategy, published by the department on 7 July 2025. This close working relationship will continue as we deliver on our commitment to consulting with the sec...