David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)

Does the Minister agree that 32% of lone parents are living in consistent poverty, as stated by the CSO and the EU SILC last year? Does he agree it is a disgrace that so many people are under so much pressure in this day and age? Does he agree that the lack of affordable and accessible quality child care is the greatest barrier to work for lone parents? Regarding the implementation plan and the senior officials group, when were the senior officials asked to formulate this plan? When does the Minister expect to receive the completed plan?

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