Bloomberg UK Politics

Baby Steps: Can Labour Make Work Pay For New Mothers?

Oct 29, 2024
Amelia Miller, co-founder of Ivee, offers insights on supporting women re-entering the workforce after motherhood. She discusses the pressing issue of soaring childcare costs in the UK, averaging £1,800 per child monthly, and its detrimental effects on mothers' employment. Miller examines potential government solutions, including expanded nursery access, to foster economic stability and gender equality. The conversation delves into balancing work and family life, emphasizing the need for policies that support affordable childcare and workplace flexibility.
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