Garda Investigation Launched into Prime Time Findings
The Government has confirmed that a Garda investigation is now underway into last night's Prime Time investigation into childcare facilities. The Children's Minister has described the footage from three creches as 'upsetting'. This afternoon 11 TD's from both Government and opposition parties called on Frances Fitzgerald to act. She says there is now a very detailed and comprehensive Garda investigation underway. Meanwhile, the Taoiseach says the government will also consider withdrawing state funding from any creches found guilty of breaches of care. (Click on the button above to hear Enda Kenny)
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