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Preschool Services

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 November 2013

Tuesday, 26 November 2013

Questions (568)

Robert Troy

Question:

568. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs if she will clarify the new fee structure for registration of preschool services; if this new fee will replace the existing fee; the current level of funding from existing fee and the projected level of funding; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [50258/13]

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Legislative amendments to underpin the implementation of key changes under the Pre-School Quality Agenda are currently being progressed including legislation to provide for the introduction of a registration system for pre-school services. Pre-school services are currently required to pay an annual registration fee to the HSE of between €40 and €80 depending on the level of service they provide. The range of fees are being reviewed and a final decision in relation to the level of the annual fee payable, which will also differ on the level of service provided, will be made shortly. It is intended that a significant portion of this additional funding will be utilised to support the development of an effective inspection framework to improve and maintain the quality of childcare services.

Question No. 569 answered with Question No. 564.
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