Home About Us News Insights Policyinsights Policy Insights Economy Minister recognises importance of childcare to Northern Ireland economy Policy Insight20th February 2024 Conor Murphy, MLA, Minister for the Economy highlights key role of childcare in setting out his economic vision for Northern Ireland. How does backdating Childcare Vouchers work? Policy Insight20th February 2024 Backdating Childcare Vouchers may help you save more money on childcare Affordable childcare motion at Stormont receives cross-party support Policy Insight13th February 2024 Childcare identified as a key priority by all parties in the Northern Ireland Executive. Upcoming changes to Statutory Paternity Leave and Pay in GB Policy Insight12th February 2024 The Westminster Government is bringing in changes to Statutory Paternity Leave and Pay from March 2024. How Stormont Ministers can tackle the Northern Ireland childcare crisis Policy Insight9th February 2024 Urgent action needed from Northern Ireland Executive to support parents and childcare sector. Final Government cost of living payments are now being made Policy Insight8th February 2024 Eligible households across the UK will receive the final cost of living support payment in February 2024. All Party Group on Early Learning and Childcare focuses on the quality of early learning and childcare in Northern Ireland Policy Insight2nd February 2024 Report of February 2024 meeting of the All Party Group on Early Education and Childcare. Pre-school applications now open in Northern Ireland Policy Insight18th January 2024 Find out how to apply for a pre-school place in Northern Ireland – applications now open. New briefing on tackling disadvantage through childcare launched at Stormont Policy Insight12th January 2024 Joint briefing from Employers For Childcare and JRF looks at role of childcare in lifting families out of poverty. How does the cut to National Insurance impact Childcare Vouchers? Policy Insight8th January 2024 Cut to National Insurance reduces Childcare Voucher savings for parents. 1…45678…43