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UK childcare in crisis

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Financial Struggles in the UK Childcare Crisis

This chapter explores the financial burdens on parents, especially mothers, in the UK amid a childcare sector crisis. It highlights personal stories, such as that of a mother named Jess, who must cut back on work hours due to exorbitant childcare fees, shedding light on the emotional toll these decisions take on family and career aspirations.

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