Early Learning & Childcare Provision Framework (New Applicants October 2025)

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    "description": "Framework Agreement for Early Learning and Childcare Provision - New Applicants October 2025\nOCTOBER 2025 REOPENING OF FLEXIBLE FRAMEWORK - NOTE THAT FUNDED PROVIDERS ALREADY INCLUDED IN THE FRAMEWORK DO NOT REQUIRE TO RE-APPLY, THIS NOTICE IS APPLICABLE FOR NEW APPLICANTS ONLY",
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    "title": "Early Learning \u0026 Childcare Provision Framework (New Applicants October 2025)"
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