Green Party spokesperson says budget is “life-changing” for many families
A CONSTITUENCY spokesperson for the Green Party has described this week’s Budget 2023 details as “life-changing” for many families in the north west. Dr Bláithín Gallagher, Member of National Executive
Committee and Constituency Spokesperson for the Green Party stated: “This will be life-changing for many families in the North West struggling with astronomical childcare bills. She said it was “the most significant investment in early learning and childcare in Ireland in the history of the state, with an increased investment of €300m to the sector in this year’s budget.” She said, “the 25% cut to childcare fees in this year’s budget will see savings for families of up to €2100 per child. This is another step forward by the Green Party to deliver on a commitment to prioritise families and make Ireland the best place in Europe to raise children.” She said the budget announcement also includes funding for extra childcare identified under childcare Dr Gallagher for the places, parents sector age as a of particular three. has which said with been that children has chronically challenge been the decades. underfunded for many will “The be introduced cuts to childcare through fees the National Childcare Scheme. Currently, parents receive 50c off every hour of childcare. “This will now be increased to €1.40. “The exact amount of savings to families will depend on a range of factors, including hours used and location. “The change will come into effect in January 2023.”