Labour's £45M Boost for School Nurseries

0:00It's March 25th. Welcome to Lester News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with the story. The labor government announced this week a 45 million-pound funding boost to create and expand school nurseries with eight Lester share. Schools among more than 300 nationwide set to open new spots from September. This push targets child care costs amid the cost of living squeeze, building on existing school-based options that already provide 35%. Of places in deprived areas, versus just 16% in wealthier ones, parents stand to gain the most. As these nurseries simplify the school run and ease work family balance, something Prime Minister Keir Starmer highlighted from his own experience. Starting in May, the program shifts to a local model where councils propose expansions in high-need communities rather than schools leading alone. Family hubs rolling out soon will also host these nurseries, blending child care with health visits in early support for special needs, helping more.

1:00Families thrive under tight budgets.