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Childminders to be included in National Childcare scheme from next year

Sep 28, 2022 08:25 By News Northern Sound
Childminders to be included in National Childcare scheme from next year
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It is hoped childminders will be included in the National Childcare Scheme from next year.

The Children's Minister says amendments will be made to the the National Childcare Scheme next year to include childminders.

Many families who use childminders instead of a creche will not be able to avail of the 25 per cent childcare reduction, included in the Budget.

It's because a large portion of childminders in the country aren't registered with Tusla.

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But Minister Roderic O'Gorman says a simplified system is set to be implemented next year, which will hopefully encourage more of them to register:

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