Jonathan O'Brien (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein)
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326. To ask the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the date on which the early years strategy will be published. [42887/14]

James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)
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The development of Ireland’s first Early Years Strategy, for children in the early years of their lives, is being progressed in my Department. The objective is to create an innovative and dynamic blueprint for the future development of Ireland’s early years sector and a coherent approach to seeking to improve the lives of children from birth to 6 years.

The Early Years Strategy will address a range of issues affecting children in their first years of life such as child health and well-being, parenting and family support, learning and development, and play and recreation. It is expected that the Strategy will be finalised before the end of the year.