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<p>We want parents to have access to a range of affordable childcare, giving them
increased flexibility in their working hours and helping children thrive in the crucial
early years. That is why the Department for Education is investing £3.5 billion in
early education offers this year alone, more than any previous government.</p><p>The
‘Steps to Sustainability’ report makes a valuable contribution to our knowledge base
about early education and childcare. We continue to monitor the provider market closely
through a range of projects which provide insight into various aspects of the provider
market.</p>
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