Childcare Service Ireland Statement on the outcome of the Joint Labour Committee pay negotiations for Early Childhood Workers

A spokesperson for Childcare Service Ireland (CSI) said:

“We are pleased to have reached an agreement that enables the ring-fenced funding for wages to reach early years educators.

There are several pressing issues facing providers, and we look forward to working with the Minister to address these challenges. Our goal is to ensure the continued sustainability of a high-quality early childhood education and care sector.

Any further increases in wages must be fully supported by government funding, as the ongoing fee freeze and the incoming fee caps significantly limit providers’ ability to absorb additional costs.”

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