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Director's blog (29 June 2010)
The day after our national consultation meeting on 24th June, the draft Early Years (0-6) Strategy was released for consultation in Northern Ireland. We look forward to having a long-term plan for early care and education in the Republic of Ireland. Read more
New publication: Planning for the Early Years (June 2010) 
Explains why Ireland needs a focused and ambitious plan for the long-term development of early childhood education and care in Ireland. Read more
National consultation meeting (24 June 2010)
On 24 June, Start Strong will be holding a national consultation meeting in Dublin: 'Children 2020: Developing a Shared Vision for Children's Early Care and Education'. Read more
Consultation process begins (April 2010)
Start Strong recently began a consultation process on a vision for early childhood education and care in Ireland in 2020. Share your views with us. Read more
Submission on the review of child income supports (March 2010)
Start Strong's submission to the Department of Social and Family Affairs on the review of child income supports. Read more
New e-newsletter
In February 2010, Start Strong launched a new e-newsletter. Read more
Irish Times, 5 January 2010 - Better plan required for early childhood
Start Strong has called for a 10-year plan for the early childcare and education of every child in the State up to six years of age. Read more
Start Strong says Budget 2010 was wasted opportunity
Start Strong described Budget 2010 as a 'wasted opportunity'. Instead of using this opportunity to lay the foundations for a smart economy and future generations, cut-backs were made which will impact on the lives of children. Read more
Irish Times: Start Strong Launch Coverage
'THE best long-term investment the Government could make to ensure Ireland’s economic recovery would be in early child-care and education, according to a new group of childcare advocates.' Read more
Start Strong Launch Event: Photo Coverage
For photos from our recent Start Strong launch event, click here! Read more