New childcare subsidies may save families up to €1.7k per year from next week

Roderic O’Gorman, the minister for children, announced the new subsidy rates under the National Childcare Scheme on Thursday

Some parents using full-time childcare will see their fees reduced by €1,731 per year, or €33 a week, as new subsidies are introduced next week.

Roderic O’Gorman, the minister for children, announced the new subsidy rates under the National Childcare Scheme on Thursday, saying it would assist thousands of families across the country to avail of early learning and childcare at more affordable levels.