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# Joining the dots

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'I have no idea who will mind my children': Readers' stories of Ireland's childcare crisis

A report by

Lauren Boland

We asked readers to share their experiences of trying to find childcare in Ireland – here are their stories.

Every year, tens of thousands of parents around the country seek out childcare, but many say it has become an increasingly difficult search.

We asked readers to share their experiences and struggles with childcare in Ireland.

Here are their stories, collected by Lauren Boland.

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Aug 28th 2021, 12:05 AM