Marcus Jones, the MP for Nuneaton, has welcomed news that the Government will bring forward plans to double free childcare for working parents – with some families set to benefit as early as next year.

The Childcare Bill will double free childcare available for all working parents of three and four-year-olds to 30 hours a week. To underline its commitment to support working families, the Prime Minister is announcing plans to introduce the changes for some families a year earlier than planned, together with a commitment to increase the average funding rates paid to childcare providers.

Commenting on the announcement, Nuneaton’s MP said: “Our message is clear – this Government is on the side of working people – helping them get on and supporting them at every stage of life.

“That is exactly why the Prime Minister is pressing ahead with these reforms – so that not a moment is lost in getting on with the task – going further than ever before to help with childcare costs, helping hardworking families here in Nuneaton and throughout the country and giving people the opportunity to get into work.”