Opposition say Leo 'swallowing industry spin' as one of two childcare insurers pull out of market

Mr Varadkar said he has "never been soft" on the insurance industry

Opposition say Leo 'swallowing industry spin' as one of two childcare insurers pull out of market

The Taoiseach has been accused of "swallowing industry spin" after claiming there is nothing the Government can do to make a childcare insurer stay in the Irish market.

The Dáil has heard that many creches and childcare providers will be forced to close from January after one of only two insurers pulled out, which has resulted in a 300% spike in quotes.

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