Frances Fitzgerald (Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Our position was that it is important to prioritise certain areas. I agree with the Deputy that there is scope for management to do further work, as became clear in some of the cases we heard about. Strong management is essential in child care services. We are discussing subsidised places. As with any other professional group, one would expect child care staff to avail of ongoing training of their own accord.