A new study has shown over half of essential workers have children and are in need of childcare.
The ESRI looked at Labour Force Survey data to calculate how many healthcare workers, members of the emergency services and retail staff need childminders.
Of those who have children, nine per cent are lone parents, while two thirds have a child who is younger than 14.
Wicklow Based UCD Professor Charged with Harassment
The academic, who lives in Bray, is also accused of illegally accessing student data on the UCD network.
Two New EV Charging Hubs Open For Wicklow Motorists
A study from Chill Insurance last year ranked Wicklow among Ireland's counties with limited EV charging infrastructure.
Adam Corcoran Guilty Of Murder Of Daena Walsh
The young mum, a Roundwood native, was fatally stabbed in a brutal attack by her partner in Co Cork, almost two years ago.
Market Process To Help Deliver DART Services To Wicklow Gets Underway
Rail chiefs are looking to push Wicklow DART transport options
Funding Applications Open for Blessington Groups That Spark Joy
Cairn Community Fund Blessington Launched: applications are open for €20,000 grant for local community groups looking to make real impact
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Relaxing favourites with Traic O'Braonain
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