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Children with a parent on benefits will not be eligible for priority pre-school place

Children with a parent on benefits will not be eligible for priority pre-school place
BBC Northern Ireland Tuesday 08 September 2026, 17:01 UTC 1 min read
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Education Minister Paul Givan said the move would "level the playing field" for pre-school admissions.

Education Minister Paul Givan said the move would "level the playing field" for pre-school admissions.
Education (ORG) Paul Givan (PERSON)
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