A grandmother in County Roscommon believes if new childcare regulations are brought in, it will put more pressure on grandparents to provide childcare. The Department of Children has published the draft regulations, which are open for public consultation until May 2nd. The department says they would provide childminders with formal recognition and will also benefit children and families using their services.
It says families would be able to get financial support under the National Childcare Scheme to pay childminders. Speaking to the Joe Finnegan Show this morning, Kathleen outlined her concerns if the new regulations are brought in:
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