Publicly funded childcare would be a gamechanger for mothers and children

Our vision is for an Ireland where every child is guaranteed a quality, affordable place in early years education through legislation, similar to our primary school system

Chief executive of the National Women's Council Orla O'Connor at the launch on Thursday of Together for Public, a new campaign advocating for a public system of early childhood education and care. Picture: Alan Rowlette / RollingNews.ie

Imagine if every child in Ireland had an early years and afterschool place that was high quality, accessible, and affordable. 

Imagine the professional looking after them worked in a secure, well-paid position, commensurate with their qualifications.