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Asked by Michelle

AQW 42222/22-27 Written question to the Minister of Education

To ask the Minister of Education whether the Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme will continue this year.

Asked by Michelle Guy MLA on 10 March 2026

  • Answered
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Tabled
10 March 2026
Answer due by
13 March 2026
Answered
13 March 20263 days after tabling
Department
Department of Education
Priority question
Yes

Answer

The continuation of the Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme was announced on 11 March: Education Minister announces continuation of Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme | Department of Education

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