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Free early years entitlement for 2 year olds under Universal Credit
We are inviting views on our proposals for the free early years entitlement for 2 year olds under Universal Credit.
Last fetched 03 May 2026 · gov.uk
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This consultation document explains:
- the general principles applied in considering changes to the eligibility criteria for the free early education entitlement for 2 year olds under Universal Credit – our intention is that these entitlements reach less-advantaged households in a way that is consistent, fair and simple
- our plans for communicating these changes to parents, early years providers and local authorities, and how we will support their implementation