Varadkar suggests childcare fees could be lowered amid providers’ protest

Childcare providers in Ireland are protesting over a possible cap on fees (Danny Lawson/PA)

Ireland’s deputy leader said the Government wants to “significantly” lower childcare fees for parents as well as addressing rising costs for those working in the sector.

Tanaiste Leo Varadkar’s comments on Wednesday came ahead of a protest outside Leinster House by providers who say they are “chronically underfunded”.