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State of early years sector unclear following Brexit result, says Â黨ӰÊÓCEO

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Jun 28, 2016
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Last week the UK voted to leave the European Union, but the impact of this decision on the early years sector is as yet unclear, said Neil Leitch, Pre-school Learning Â黨ӰÊÓchief executive.
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Given that the UK...Read more

Study suggests link between air pollution and childhood mental health

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Jun 21, 2016
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Umeå University in Sweden has released a report which associates neighbourhood air pollution with childhood mental health.
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Researchers at the university compared data on dispensed medicines for a broad range of...Read more

Queen’s birthday list – huge congratulations to two Â黨ӰÊÓmembers!

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Jun 17, 2016
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We are delighted to share news that two Â黨ӰÊÓmembers were formally recognised by the Queen in this year’s birthday honours list for their services to children.
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Penelope Webb, early years volunteer and registered...Read more

Public Accounts Committee report highlights 30-hour concerns

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Jun 15, 2016
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There may be insufficient providers willing to roll out the 30-hour free entitlement scheme next year to meet demand from working families, the Public Accounts Committee has warned in a new report.
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The Committee,...Read more

Infants more likely to follow pointed finger than arrows, study shows

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Jun 7, 2016
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Young children’s eye movements respond faster to pointed fingers than arrows or signs, researchers from the University of Lincoln have said.
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During the university’s ‘Summer Scientist’ week, researchers used eye-...Read more

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