Niall Collins
Ceist:126. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he can help a playschool (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16971/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraWednesday, 17 April 2024
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Freagraí scríofa
My Department works with Pobal and local City/County Childcare Committees to offer case management support to services in difficulty. This support can take the form of assisting services with interpreting analysis of staff ratios and cash flow, as well as more specialised advice and support including financial supports as appropriate to the individual circumstances of services. Through this process, services may also access sustainability funding following an assessment of need. One strand of this funding can support a service with the cost of relocation. A strand of emergency capital for fit-out/renovation of premises or necessary maintenance is currently under development, although the eligibility criteria for this have not yet been finalised. I would encourage this service, to contact their City/County Childcare Committee (CCC) to access case management supports. Contact details for their local CCC can be found at www.myccc.ie.