The average price of childcare has risen by up to 20% in Wicklow in the past four years.
New figures show the average cost of full time care for one child is €746 a month, but parents in Wicklow are paying up to €850 a month.
16 out of 26 counties have lower averages than in 2018 - generally in counties with more affordable rates.
Devastating Blow As 100 Jobs To Go As Merck Life Science Plant Operations To Close In Arklow
The facility, which manufactures ingredients for pharmaceutical products, was acquired by Merck in 2015 and currently employs around 100 staff.
178 Wicklow Homeowners Have Successfully Tapped Into The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant
Over €2.75 million in government grants has restored 51 vacant properties across the county as Minister for Housing warns against the scourge of dereliction
Wicklow's Hurling And Camogie Stars Earn International Rules Call-Ups
The Irish camogie and hurling squads for the International Rules Series in Inverness have been confirmed
Bray To Greystones Cliff Walk Campaigners To Oversee Open Public Meeting On Long-Standing Closure
There are increasing concerns from local businesses and the wider community with the ongoing closure of the Cliff Walk and the urgent need for action by Wicklow County Council
Public Consultation Opens On Dart+ Coastal Plans Featuring Major Upgrades For Bray-Greystones Service
New Bray-Greystones Dart plan aims to increase frequency of trains by 50pc
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