The news, announced on 9 May after Nursery World went to press, sees Ms Hughes returning to Government after resigning as immigration minister in April 2004 for misleading the public over her knowledge of lax visa controls on East European immigrants.
Children's charities and organisations were quick to pay tribute to Mrs Hodge, who has held the post of children's minister since its creation in June 2003. She has been appointed work minister at the Department for Work and Pensions.
Daniela Reale, head of policy and campaigns at the Daycare Trust, described Mrs Hodge as 'a true childcare champion'. She said, 'Throughout her career she has been an important and enthusiastic advocate for good-quality, accessible and affordable childcare for all and has driven forward this agenda in England.'
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