4,000 people expected to converge on Leinster House as part of childcare protest

Federation of Early Childhood Providers  chairwoman  Elaine Dunne during a protest at Leinster House in August 2022. Picture: Gareth Chaney/ Collins Photos

Creche representatives are hoping thousands of parents and providers will gather at the gates of Leinster House this afternoon to protest against the issues facing the childcare sector.

Tuesday represents the first of three consecutive days of protest, with childcare providers and families alike expected to march on Kildare St at 12pm.