Sue Robb of 4Children talks to Julie Laughton and Alison Britton from the Department for Education about the role of childminders in delivering the 30 hours free entitlement.
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Company Focus
As energy costs rise, and sustainability becomes critical, local authorities face immense pressure to adopt more eco-friendly infrastructure. Urbis Schréder is stepping up with innovative solar lighting solutions that not only reduce energy consumption but also empower clients to manage their systems more efficiently.
Event Diary
19-20 November 2025, ExCeL London
elementalLONDON’s debut show is the latest launch from the team behind InstallerSHOW, building on the success of the elemental digital brand, which delivers news, views and solutions on reaching net zero to its audience of built environment professionals.
Education Business LIVE is a carefully designed conference and exhibition bringing together education people with a passion for the promotion and development of effective school leadership, management, learning and teaching.
Supplier Profiles
Latest Features
Prior to the general election, the Institute of Economic Development (IED), which represents economic development and regeneration practitioners working for local and regional communities, asked members the question: what is your single biggest ask of the incoming government to support economic development? Tom Stannard explains.
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