Home About Us News Insights News and Insights Budget 2021 needs to deliver for families and employers Policy Insight2nd March 2021 Ahead of tomorrow’s Budget, we set out the priorities for hard-pressed families and for employers Celebrating phenomenal mums and childcare professionals on International Women’s Day Press Release2nd March 2021 It’s been a challenging year for everyone but women have played a vital role including across the childcare sector. Childcare places set to be in demand – make your arrangements now Press Release1st March 2021 As parents begin to return to the workplace, increased demand for childcare is expected. Northern Ireland Economic Recovery Action Plan published but no mention of childcare Policy Insight25th February 2021 Childcare is an essential part of our economic infrastructure and is central to economic recovery. Draft Budget 2021-22 consultation 23rd February 2021 Employers For Childcare responds to the Northern Ireland Draft Budget 2021-22 consultation. Return for pre-school and some primary age children confirmed Press Release18th February 2021 Return to school for pre-school and some primary age children in Northern Ireland on 8 March 2021 - what does this mean for families? Employers For Childcare welcomes the extension of the Covid-19 Childcare Temporary Closure Support Fund Press Release17th February 2021 Fund providing financial support for childcare providers who have to close temporarily due to Covid-19 extended for January – March 2021 Looking at the impact of Covid-19 on women Policy Insight9th February 2021 The House of Commons Women and Equalities Committee has published a new report outlining how the Covid-19 pandemic continues to disproportionately impact women All Party Group on Early Education and Childcare hears from childcare providers Policy Insight22nd January 2021 Childcare providers shared their experiences of providing care and education and the challenges they face due to Covid-19 Tips for asking if your employer can place you on furlough Policy Insight18th January 2021 Requesting furlough may be an option for some employees with caring responsibilities but it is at the employer’s discretion and won’t be an option for everyone. 1…3435363738…62
