It's been claimed that more childcare providers across Sligo and Leitrim are under threat of closure.
More than 130 providers nationwide have closed their doors for good since March last year.
The Federation of Early Childhood Providers have launched a new publication asking the Government to boost funding and protect businesses from the cost of living crisis.
Aolish Gormley From Realta Beaga in Coolaney has been sharing how the issue is affecting her to ocean fm news:
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