Dr. Tricia Keilthy:

To follow up on that point, there is a piece of work to be done. Not only must capitation rates be restored to 2010 levels, for which we are calling, we must also look at the adequacy of capitation rates. A review of childcare subsidies is being carried out. A similar review could be carried out by the Department of Education and Skills to examine the adequacy of capitation rates. It is a major issue for our members in the context of voluntary contributions. Last August we received 5,000 calls for help in meeting back-to-school costs. It is a big issue which must be examined seriously.