Many Families Cannot Afford Childcare

The video discusses the high cost of childcare in London compared to Sweden, where it is heavily subsidized. It highlights cultural differences in returning to work after childbirth and presents survey findings showing that UK families spend a significant portion of their income on childcare. Many parents find themselves financially strained, with some cutting back on essentials or going into debt. Charities are calling for a more generous system, while the government assures that investments in childcare will not decrease.

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