Explanatory Notes

Childcare Act 2006

2006 CHAPTER 21

11 July 2006

Background

3.In relation to England, the Act is intended to assist in the implementation of the aims set out in Choice for parents, the best start for children: a ten year strategy for childcare, published on 2 December 2004, which set out the Government’s plans for the future of childcare. In relation to Wales, it will assist the implementation of Childcare is for Children, published on 29 November 2005.