The findings are from a survey of 135 childcare providers by the 4in10 network, set up to tackle the high levels of poverty in the capital.
Childcare in London is particularly difficult for low-income families, says the network of more than 300 voluntary and statutory organisations across the city.
According to its latest report, At what cost? The ‘free’ 30 hours childcare promise in London, 60 per cent of providers surveyed are planning to offer the 30 hours, but this falls to 44 per cent in inner London.
The survey also found that 40 per cent of settings are not sure or definitely not going to take part in offering the 30 free hours.
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