Fears over jobs at childcare facilities across Galway

Galway Bay fm newsroom – A Galway senator says new requirements being brought in by government next year could put childcare jobs across the county at risk.
A new regime being introduced next year will require childcare staff to upgrade their qualifications.
Senator Trevor O’Clochartaigh says he’s been contacted by Ionad Tacaíochta Teaghlaigh in Inverin, which says there are now fears it may have to close due to the new requirements.
The provider believes that up to 23 jobs could be lost as a result.
Senator O’Clochartaigh says he’s written to the Children’s Minister Katherine Zappone, about the situation.