New LPI report urges targeted investment and workforce reform to prevent childcare deserts and unlock inclusive economic growth. Leeds, May 2025 — A new policy paper from the Leeds Policy Institute (LPI) critically examines the Labour government's childcare reforms, arguing that a blanket nationwide approach risks exacerbating regional inequalities rather than resolving them. The study identifies critical issues in staffing, funding distribution, and accessibility, hig

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