Failure to support children's early communication will cost the economy £830m

Katy Morton
Monday, February 26, 2024

Cross-society failure to support early years communication and language development could cost the economy up to £830 million for every year group starting school through the loss of lifetime earnings and increased Government spend, according to a new study.

The research warns of the cost to the economy if children do not receive tailored communication and language support, PHOTO: Adobe Stock
The research warns of the cost to the economy if children do not receive tailored communication and language support, PHOTO: Adobe Stock

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