Nurseries warn of rising fees ahead of childcare expansion

Bosses in the early years sector say the government's uplift in funding will not cover rising costs.

T-bill rates fall below 4.4% after November CPI solidifies December rate cut

Yields on short-term Treasury bills dropped on Wednesday after November’s consumer-price index cemented expectations for a quarter-point interest-rate cut by the Federal Reserve next week.
MarketWatch - 1h
Minister warns prison space may run out despite expansion plans

Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood says "building alone is not enough" to deal with the overcrowding crisis.
BBC News - 7h
Minister warns prison space may run out despite expansion plans

Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood says "building alone is not enough" to deal with the overcrowding crisis.
Yahoo Sports - 15h
Rising costs will see disability services cut, leading charity warns

Mencap is one of a number of care organisations warning they will have to axe vital services.
BBC News - 20h
Papers report on 'delight' in Syria but warn of uncertainty ahead

Most of Monday's papers lead on the rebels toppling the Assad regime, as Syrians celebrate its fall.
BBC News - 2d
Childcare bosses fear for future amid rising costs

Costs at one nursery are up 40% in recent years, and it faces an annual shortfall of over £30,000.
BBC News - 5d
Welsh tuition fees to rise by nearly £300 a year

The rise is in line with an increase in England and is the second time fees have gone up in a year.
BBC News - Dec. 4