The tenth early years minister in ten years, Kelly Tolhurst, is now in post. It’s good news that early years is part of a Minister of State’s portfolio rather than given to a more junior post. However, the rest of her brief is extensive, leaving a risk that early years is not a priority. We hope that she’ll find sufficient time to really get to know the sector, including the often hidden work practitioners do supporting children and families. What should be her priorities for the early years?
