Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Wednesday, 6 March 2019

Select Committee on Children and Youth Affairs

Estimates for Public Service 2019
Vote 40 - Children and Youth Affairs (Revised)

Photo of Alan FarrellAlan Farrell (Dublin Fingal, Fine Gael)
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I was moving to capital, but the Deputy has asked a worthy question. The affordable childcare scheme is referenced on page 10 of the Minister's opening statement. The Minister said she is planning a phased regulation of school-age childcare services and has set aside €450,000 for a Tusla early-years inspectorate. The Minister said she hoped to begin to register services with effect from 18 February 2019. It is a very welcome step.