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- The Northern Ireland Executive aims to subsidize more than half of childcare costs for working families by April 2032, at about £500 million.
- The plan includes a draft strategy for early learning and childcare.
- Education Minister Paul Givan emphasized the need for better pay and training for childcare staff, who often feel undervalued.
- Parents say high costs have forced many to reduce hours or leave jobs, urging timely implementation.
