Absence of staff forced 4% of creches to close last week, figures show.
Covid-19, along with poor pay and conditions have exacerbated staffing issues in the early childcare sector, according to representative bodies.
New figures show 4% of creches were forced to close last week, with half of staff absences caused by Covid.
Dympna Keegan, manager of Bright Beginnings in Ferbane, says there are seasonal illnesses outside of Covid that must be taken into consideration:
Colin Farrell Rumoured To Be Part Of Star Filled Production In Offaly
Colin Farrell is rumoured to be among an A-list cast filming at Charleville Castle in Tullamore.
Offaly Athletics Club Pushing To Raise €400k For New Olympic Sized Track
Naomh Mhuire Athletics Club in Daingean has raised €92,000 so far.
Offaly Community Hopeful Of Town Hall Reopening By 2030
Daingean Town Hall is going through a major revamp.
Hospital Parking Charges Rise By Over €10m
In 2021, earnings were €7.39 million, rising to €17.76 million today.
Road Haulage Association Calls For Fuel Support Extension
Petrol and diesel prices increased in July.
Plans Submitted For New Off-Licence And Pizzeria In Laois
Applicant LA Retail Private Limited are seeking permission for Portarlington.
M6 Crash In Westmeath Causing Major Delays
The incident occured earlier this afternoon
Offaly Community Campaigning For Waterway Intervention
Daingean Development Association says weed growth is blocking boats from using the Grand Canal.
