They say it's time for the Department of Children to act.
Childcare workers and providers are calling for the living wage to be increased.
A national protest has been organised by the Early Years Alliance to take place in Dublin on 5th February.
Educators, providers and parents say a new funding model for services is urgently needed.
Chairperson of Seas Suas, the independent early education and childcare providers group, Athlone's Regina Bushell says action is needed to sustain the sector into the future:
Repak Issue Final Call For Resource Awards 2026
Offaly Councillor Calls For Housing To Be Prioritsied Over Data Centres
Lidl Appeals Refusal Of Proposed Midlands Store
Legal Deserts Emerging Across The Midlands
Gardaí Investigate Arson Attack In Westmeath
Status Yellow High Temperature Warning Remains In Effect Across Midlands
Laois Senator Highlights Prison Overcrowding Issues
Midlands Minister Promises Billion Euro Flood Defence Investment By 2030