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Asked by Kate

AQW 42267/22-27 Written question to the Minister of Education

To ask the Minister of Education whether the Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme will continue beyond April 2026.

Asked by Kate Nicholl MLA on 11 March 2026

  • Answered
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Tabled
11 March 2026
Answer due by
16 March 2026
Answered
13 March 20262 days after tabling
Department
Department of Education
Priority question
Yes

Answer

The continuation of the Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme into 2026/27 was announced on 11 March: Education Minister announces continuation of Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme | Department of Education

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