Taoiseach signals overhaul of regime

A major overhaul of the creche inspection regime has been signalled by Taoiseach Enda Kenny.

After expressing his “shock” at RTÉ’s expose of what he called “abuse” in creches, Mr Kenny indicated the Cabinet would approve the creation of a child and family agency next month.

Praising the Prime Time revelations, Mr Kenny said: “God knows what has happened in other locations.”