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Asked by Michelle

AQW 22570/22-27 Written question to the Minister of Finance

To ask the Minister of Finance, in light of recent increases in National Insurance contributions and the Minimum Wage, to detail any support that can be provided to childcare providers.

Asked by Michelle Guy MLA on 13 February 2025

  • Answered
  • Written
Tabled
13 February 2025
Answer due by
28 February 2025
Answered
25 February 202512 days after tabling
Department
Department of Finance
Priority question
No

Answer

As the Department of Education has policy responsibility for childcare, it will be for the Education Minister to determine if any additional support can be provided to childcare providers.

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