Parents, children march in Belfast over childcare costs

The colourful protest saw the demonstrators marching through Belfast with balloons, placards and prams, calling for immediate supports for parents.However, there is no scheme in place for free childcare in Northern Ireland, unlike in England where 30 hours are offered per week.

Financial challenges and pressures across Northern Ireland's public services have also led Stormont's leaders to request face-to-face talks with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak as they continue to press the government for more funding.The group's founder Casey McGivern said the turnout shows the"power of parents" as she issued a warning to politicians.

She added:"Today, parents have joined to use our voice to tell the Executive enough is enough. No more warm words - we need action now.

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