“It is important that the barriers that currently exist are resolved as much as possible,” said the MP. For example, as a parent participation crèche, you can only receive childcare allowance after a trial period of 15 months. Too long, Palland thinks. “I understand that not every initiative receives money immediately, but this can be shorter. In addition, parents must be actively informed that this is an option. Parent participation crèches are currently only located in Amsterdam and Utrecht, but it seems to me that this is especially important in smaller villages. added value.”