An tOrd Gnó (Atógáil) - Order of Business (Resumed)
Seanad Éireann — 2024-04-24
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Lisa Chambers (FF), Cultural and Educational Panel

That is no problem. I acknowledge and concur with Senator O'Loughlin's remarks regarding sulky racing and with regard to childcare. There is much pressure on the smaller providers and operators. I have made my views known in terms of policy that is supportive of the larger providers, which perform an important role, but we certainly need to make sure there are still small operators as part of the system and the offering for parents in order that there is choice for parents and it is not a one-size-fits-all approach, particularly in rural areas where smaller community childcare providers are the only show in town.

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