Parents’ stress ‘through the roof’ as Meath creche closes rooms 200 times since October (opens original article in a new tab)

Parents in Meath face significant stress as a local creche closed rooms 200 times since October due to staff shortages, affecting children's development and family routines.

• Parents at a Meath creche report 200 room closures since October due to staff shortages
• Children show regression in socialization and toilet training, causing family stress
• Tigers Childcare cites staffing challenges and has increased pay to recruit staff