Alliance comments on Will Quince resignation just days after launch of ratios consultation

The Early Years Alliance has issued a comment in response to the resignation of children and families minister Will Quince.

Neil Leitch, CEO of the Early Years Alliance, said:

"While we of course understand and respect the reasons for Mr Quince’s resignation, it is incredibly concerning to have lost the children and families minister mere days after the launch of a key consultation into early years ratios, especially in light of the simultaneous change to the role of education secretary. 

"Over recent years, the early years has seen a seemingly endless stream of ministers come and go, leaving us with a patchwork of disjointed policies and no long-term vision for our vital sector. If we are to have any chance of building a quality, affordable, sustainable early education and care system in this country, we need consistent, stable leadership and a clear strategy to get us to that point. Sadly, as it stands, this seems a very unlikely ambition."