News and Insights

Important changes to Universal Credit will benefit some working families

Policy Insight
26th November 2021

From 24 November 2021 some working families in receipt of Universal Credit will see their income increase

Challenges facing Northern Ireland’s childcare sector could pose major threat to the economy

Press Release
23rd November 2021

Employers For Childcare publishes 12th Northern Ireland Childcare Survey

Education Minister announces further funding to support childcare providers affected by Covid-19

Press Release
19th November 2021

Welcome financial support for childcare sector to assist with temporary Covid-19 related closures from October to December 2021’

Vital role of childcare in the economy highlighted at All Party Group meeting

Press Release
19th November 2021

Senior officials from Department for the Economy address All Party Group on Early Education and Childcare on the 10X Economy vision.

Update Tax Credits by 25 November if you are still working reduced hours compared to pre-Covid-19

Policy Insight
15th November 2021

If you're working hours changed due to Covid-19, and have remained that way, you must inform Tax Credits by 25 November.

Be inspired by Social Enterprise Day to buy social and make a difference

Press Release
11th November 2021

Employers For Childcare publishes annual Social Impact Report on Social Enterprise Day 2021.

Encouraging more parents to find out if Tax-Free Childcare could help with their childcare costs

Policy Insight
8th November 2021

Parents struggle with childcare costs but uptake of Tax-Free Childcare remains low.

What does today’s UK Budget – aimed at building a Stronger Economy – mean for families?

Policy Insight
27th October 2021

Chancellor Rishi Sunak delivers a Budget which he says will help to reward work and support working families.

UPDATED: Upfront childcare support through Advisor Discretion Fund

Policy Insight
26th October 2021

Universal Credit claimants in Northern Ireland, or those in receipt of other income-based benefits, may now benefit from a grant for upfront childcare costs.

Covid-19 winter plan updates advice for employers

Policy Insight
21st October 2021

Employers advised to encourage flexible and hybrid working where practicable.