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Baroness Massey of Darwen

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Bread and Flour Regulations (Folic Acid) Bill [HL]
Tuesday 30th June 2015

(9 years, 6 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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The noble Baroness is quite right to be concerned about these points; that is why we have a funding review and a task force, and will be entering into a consultation. However, we have to strike a balance between value for money and quality.

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My Lords, the Minister will be aware of the Select Committee report on affordable childcare. The report indicates that many parents find the provision of the current childcare system difficult and complex. What would the Minister advise a parent to do when they are seeking high-quality childcare for their child?

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