New Childcare Scheme to Benefit Families

The video discusses the challenges faced by Hartlepool families, including high unemployment and poor health. The government plans to address these issues by introducing free childcare for disadvantaged 2-year-olds, starting with a pilot program in 10 areas. The initiative aims to help more mothers enter the workforce by offering flexible childcare hours. However, parents express skepticism about the plan's effectiveness, citing high childcare costs and employment difficulties. The European Commission highlights the lack of affordable childcare as a factor in Britain's high number of workless households.

What is the primary goal of the government's new childcare initiative?

• To increase the number of childcare centers

• To provide free childcare for all children

• To reduce taxes for working parents

• To support families in disadvantaged areas

How many hours of free childcare are currently provided to three and four-year-olds in England?

• 20 hours

• 15 hours

• 10 hours

• 25 hours

What change is being made to the flexibility of the 15 hours of free childcare?

• It can be split over two days instead of three

• It can be transferred to other family members

• It can be used over weekends

• It can be used for overnight care

Why did Rebecca Towel give up her part-time job?

• Her children started school

• She found a better job

• She moved to a different city

• The cost of childcare was too high

What did the European Commission say about affordable childcare in Britain?

• It is only available in urban areas

• It is the best in Europe

• It contributes to workless households

• It is too expensive for the government