Early education

The plan would see extra funding given to mainstream nurseries instead of specialist nurseries.

Paying parents directly for some childcare costs gives "flexibility", says a Jersey minister.

The nursery says it will continue to support parents in finding alternative childcare arrangements.

Mum Gintare Ivorbutiene has to work a night shift to afford the cost of childcare.

It comes as politicians have revealed plans to strengthen their focus on early years and families.

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Childminders are now allowed to work in places like churches and schools - but will this stop so many leaving the profession?