Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Kirith Entwistle and Lindsay Hoyle

Monday 4th November 2024 Commons Chamber

[Mr Speaker]

I call Ashley Dalton. Oh, you are not standing. This is not directed at you personally, but when you stand I think you are going to ask a question, and then when you sit down I am left high and dry.

[Kirith Entwistle (Bolton North East) (Lab)]

As a mother in the north-west, I thank the Secretary of State and welcome the Government’s £1.8 billion commitment to expanding publicly funded childcare. As we transition towards more publicly funded childcare, can she share any plans for interim support to keep childcare affordable for working families relying on private providers?