News - Childcare
One in three staff leave large private childcare services each year on average
The statistics provided to Roscommon-Galway TD Claire Kerrane show average staff turnover in 2023 was 31 percent.
Mar 5, 2025 11:52
New childcare centre to open in Ballaghaderreen this year
Construction work has started on the new development in the Shambles area of the west Roscommon town.
Oct 29, 2024 08:54
No plans to develop childcare facility at former MBNA offices in Carrick
Leitrim County Council says the proposal will be considered if a future tenant makes the request
Sep 11, 2024 07:17
Leitrim councillor to propose development of new childcare facility
The draft Carrick Local Area Plan commits to facilitating the development of more childcare facilities in the town.
Sep 6, 2024 13:42
Roscommon grandmother raises concerns about new childcare regulations
The Department of Children has published the draft regulations, which are open for public consultation until May 2nd.
Apr 24, 2024 13:35
Local childminder warns childcare sector could face crisis if new regulations brought in
The Department of Children has published the draft regulations, which are open for public consultation until May 2nd.
Apr 8, 2024 17:19
Roscommon parents forking out up to €820 a month on childcare
Apr 3, 2024 08:50
Final budget 2024 sign off expected from Cabinet this morning
Energy credits will be back again this winter - they'll be worth 450 euro in total.
Oct 10, 2023 07:50
Pay talks to take place today for childcare workers
The meeting of the Early Years Joint Labour Committee will vote on a rate of €13.65 for Early Years Educators.
Sep 25, 2023 13:22
Childcare sector holding national day of action today
It comes as providers prepare to close their doors from September 26th to 28th in protest against spiralling costs that are threatening their viability.
Sep 19, 2023 11:20
Planning granted for new preschool facility in Roscommon school
The permission was granted with 5 conditions attached.
Jul 31, 2023 10:47
One third of childcare staff seeking to leave sector according to new study
Over 2,100 people took part in the survey which was carried out in late March.
Apr 20, 2023 08:46
Stronger powers for Tusla inspectors to be discussed at Cabinet
The laws will also propose to change the legal status of childminders.
Jan 31, 2023 08:10
Childcare providers to protest today over funding issues
Childrens' Minister Roderic O'Gorman says government has 'prioritised investment' for the sector.
Nov 11, 2022 09:20Shannonside Newsletter
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