Home About Us News Insights News and Insights Is free or funded childcare available in Northern Ireland? Policy Insight13th June 2023 Overview of Government funding for childcare in Northern Ireland and free childcare schemes across the rest of the UK. Increase in Universal Credit childcare support confirmed Policy Insight1st June 2023 Families on Universal Credit will be able to claim up to £1,630 a month to help with childcare costs from 28 June. Applications now open for home to school transport Policy Insight30th May 2023 Some pupils are entitled to free transport from home to school from the Education Authority. All Party Group on Early Education and Childcare re-elects officers Policy Insight26th May 2023 All Party Group on Early Education and Childcare is committed to driving policy development in relation to early education and childcare in Northern Ireland. Disability cost of living payment dates announced Policy Insight26th May 2023 Eligible households across the UK in receipt of disability benefit will receive a cost of living support payment in June 2023. Tax-Free Childcare information session for professionals and childcare providers Policy Insight25th May 2023 Tax-Free Childcare webinars to explain how Tax-Free Childcare can support parents with registered childcare costs. Have you planned your childcare for summer 2023? Policy Insight22nd May 2023 Find out about the financial support available with summer childcare costs. A review of the political parties’ manifesto commitments on childcare ahead of the May 2023 Northern Ireland Local Government elections Policy Insight16th May 2023 Employers For Childcare looks at each of the parties’ Local Government manifesto commitments on childcare. Tax Credit claimants – Your Tax Credits renewal pack is on its way Policy Insight11th May 2023 Tax Credit Renewal Pack: Ensure Correct Payments with HMRC | Important Information for Claimants | Deadline July 31, 2023 Families across the UK are missing out on much needed financial support Policy Insight4th May 2023 New report highlights almost £19 billion in unclaimed benefits and support each year. 1…1112131415…63
