AQW 42267/22-27

Ms Kate Nicholl
Alliance Party
South Belfast

Tabled Date: 11/03/2026
Answered On Date: 13/03/2026
Priority Written: Yes

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

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