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Plans for ratio reform hit opposition from Clegg

Labour has tabled an urgent question this morning in Parliament, calling for a debate on Government's plans to change ratios in early years settings, as Deputy PM Nick Clegg voices doubts over the proposals.

Nick Clegg’s spokesperson said that the Deputy PM is not convinced that parents will benefit from changes to allow staff in nurseries and childminders to care for more children and will challenge the Government on the proposals.

A spokesman for the Deputy Prime Minister said, 'The delivery of good quality, affordable childcare is one of Nick Clegg's biggest priorities in Government. He has looked very closely at proposals to increase the number of children each adult can look after - and at the very serious concerns raised by parents and childcare providers in the recent government consulation.   

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