New childcare scheme does not account for mortgage and rent payments

Fine Gael members are concerned a new childcare scheme does not take mortgage and rent payments into account.

Children’s Minister Katherine Zappone (Ind) announced a subsidised childcare package as part of Budget 2017. It is due to come into force from September.

Under the Single Affordable Childcare Scheme, parents will qualify for a targeted subsidy based on their net income.