READY, STEADY, PLAY! A National Play Policy

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READY, STEADY, PLAY! A National Play Policy

Recorded: July 2016

A National Play Policy

Contributors

Author: National Children’s Office

Publisher: The Stationery Office

Date: 2004

Geographic Coverage: Ireland

Type of Resource: Policy (International, Regional and/or Domestic)

Sector/setting: Recreation

Vulnerable groups: Children general

Developed with children and young people? No

Type of participation: Other

Availability: Open Access

Keywords: Framework, Government, Implementation, National Children’s Strategy, Play, Policy

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Introduction

The Government, under the National Children’s Strategy, launched in November 2000, included a commitment to develop National Play and Recreation Policies. The Play Policy addresses the needs of younger children.