Parents on Mull say recruitment of childminders ‘life saving’

In the last decade, the number of childminders has dropped by almost 40%

Parents on Mull have told STV News the recruitment of just two childminders there has been “life changing,” and without it, they’d be forced to leave the island.

The First Minister has pledged to make childcare a priority, but with the workforce in rapid decline, campaigners say much more urgent action is needed.

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