TWO-thirds of childcare providers have sought financial assistance from the State to reopen from the coronavirus lock-down. "In the past week alone it has been reported that 55 childcare providers have closed," he said. Mr Tóibín claimed: "The childcare sector is dying on its feet, yet the Government is sitting on its hands." He called on Mr Varadkar to ensure childcare services have the necessary supports to prevent further closures. He said there needs to be a "proper injection of support and a lifeline given to the childcare sector in order to protect it."

Source: Irish Independent July 09, 2020 20:37 UTC