Mr. Speaker,
The impact of the global pandemic means that like all other businesses, the cost of operating child day care services in Bermuda has increased, resulting in added financial pressures being placed on families.
The increasing cost of childcare has added to the economic stresses for parents. As a result, the Ministry will increase the Childcare allowance benefits and expand the pool of parents who can qualify. These amendments will provide many families the opportunity to afford suitable childcare for their children.