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May 2026
Coram PACEY's Magic of Childminding Report
Major report showcases the transformative benefits of childminding for children and families, amid fears over declining workforce numbers.
Industry news and insight
The latest news, views and industry insight from Morton Michel.
News, views and industry insight
This page is regularly updated to keep you informed on what's happening at Morton Michel and in the childcare sector, as well as an archive of earlier updates for reference.
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Apr 2026
Cyber safeguarding and intervention practices
Morton Michel has observed an increased frequency of conversations about cyber security in 2026 but, crucially, has also noted a lack of confidence and understanding around the topic.
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Apr 2026
Looking ahead: what's next in 2026?
The key themes observed by Morton Michel's research team throughout Q1 can be used to predict what the topics of future conversations might be.
14
Apr 2026
Topics shaping strategy in quarter 1 2026
The Morton Michel research team found that three themes were ever present during events and discussions with Nursery leaders in Q1: quality and regulation, finances, and the role of technology.
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Apr 2026
Quarter 1 2026: What we’re hearing from the nursery sector
From the Morton Michel research team's perspective, one message came through very clearly: early years is in the spotlight like never before, but the reality on the ground still feels fragile.