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UK education secretary orders competition review of childcare market
The education secretary has directed officials to examine the childcare sector. The review comes as ministers address household costs.
May 24, 11:30 AM·1m read1 source
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The education secretary has ordered a review of the childcare market by the competition watchdog. The order is expected shortly. Ministers have linked the step to efforts to address rising living costs.
Scope of the review The examination will cover market structure and pricing.
Officials have not released a timetable for completion or publication of findings. No further details on the review's terms have been provided.
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