We will increase the Home Carer's Credit to €1,650, while also increasing from €7,200 to €10,500 the income exemption for the home carer. Affordable Childcare from 9-36 Months: As part of our plan for more affordable and quality childcare, Fine Gael will reduce the parental bill by €2,000 per annum by providing a direct annual subsidy to centrebased providers caring full time for children aged 9 months to 36 months. Parents working part-time or in training or education will be entitled to a pro-rata reduction.
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