The Office of the First Minister and deputy First Minister is taking the lead role in developing and co-ordinating the Childcare strategy, working in partnership with other government departments which have lead responsibility for key policies relevant to childcare. The strategy will take account of existing services and gaps in provision, the delivery of related polices and strategies, the roles of parents and providers, and the availability of public expenditure.
Consultation opened on 05 December 2012. Closing date 05 March 2013.