The shortage of money in the children's centre system is becoming more apparent as Phase 2 proceeds. Last week, we reported on the slashing of budgets uncovered by VCS Engage, with the consequences for the voluntary and community sector (News, 1 November). This week, you can read about how Stoke-on-Trent is looking for private providers to take over the expensive and under-used daycare in its children's centres (News, page 3).
In the case of Stoke, woeful performance by the council's children's services has no doubt contributed to the chaos and its decision to offload the daycare provision. But the whole system seems to be creaking!
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