It is one of a number of recommendations outlined in a new report from the APPG, which is co-chaired by Baroness Floella Benjamin.
The report, ‘The Impact of Social and Economic Inequalities on Children’s Health’, argues that childcare is a potential early intervention tool. However, only working parents who earn at least the minimum wage qualify for 30 hours funded childcare.
It goes on to say, ‘The scheme permits this allocation to run in tandem with claims for Universal credit, Tax Credits or childcare vouchers, but a large swathe of families are not covered by the provision. Its expansion to all UK children would deliver tangible and practical help to the families most in need.’
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