affordable childcare scheme

It’s a very important issue. The general election has been and gone with many of the leading parties promising to deal with the major issues affecting the country. One of these issues being childcare. Currently all parties are still in talks about who will lead and potential coalitions but one thing is for sure, whomever […]

7 years ago

This is a topic currently affecting my family. In the last month my husband’s office hours have changed which in turn changes our whole family dynamic when it comes to working. His ability to work mostly from home means I’m free to work as many days as I need without needing to put our toddler […]

7 years ago

Welcome news for parents. Minister for Children Katherine Zappone revealed this week that she plans to put new rules in place for childminders across the country. These new rules aim to help more parents gain access to affordable childcare. Minister Zappone has said that under her new childminding action plan childminders will need to undergo […]

7 years ago

Childcare is one of the biggest issues for mothers returning to the workplace – and Ireland has some of the most expensive childcare costs in Europe. With childcare costing as much as rent or mortgage repayments, it has forced many parents to choose between their careers and their financial stability. The major expansion of the […]

7 years ago

It is due to be implemented shortly.

9 years ago