Ministers vow crackdown on rip-off nursery fees

Education minister Stephen Morgan plans to crack down on nurseries charging banned ‘top-up’ fees, citing concerns over hindering parents from accessing necessary childcare. The government is considering all options to address the issue, which has been reported as a widespread problem across the country. Parents have been facing increased nursery fees due to funding gaps in the Tory flagship scheme, with some being charged extra fees for items such as food and nappies, prompting ministers to take action on overcharging practices.

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