Anthony Albanese’s political ambition of creating a universal childcare system has been dealt a blow after the Productivity Commission recommended a cheaper option of providing free care to only the nation’s poorest families for three days a week and increased subsidies for others.
Education Minister Jason Clare left open the possibility of Labor adopting the commission’s proposed $17.4 billion-a-year scheme, which would give the government a new family-friendly pitch to take to the next election.
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Julie Hare is the Education editor. She has more than 20 years’ experience as a writer, journalist and editor. Connect with Julie on Twitter. Email Julie at julie.hare@afr.com
