Further to the recent update on the Ministerial Play Review, will the Minister provide further information about the options being considered for staffed play provision?
Following the first meeting of the Steering Group for the Ministerial Play Review a number of key themes have emerged, two of which relate to staffed play provision. The first surrounds matters relating to registration and regulation, and the second to the workforce.
These themes will be explored further in future meetings of the Steering Group where we will look at the registration and regulation of playwork settings, including the exceptions to the current requirements. We will also look at the issues around qualifications of the playwork workforce to ensure staffed play provision provides the best play opportunities for children.
I expect to consult on recommendations and the way ahead later this year.