childcare
Where parties stand on the issues affecting women
In 2011, 24 per cent of mothers said welfare reforms had forced them to give up work
Cost of childcare has risen by 33 per cent since 2010
Parents are paying £1,533 more for nursery places than at the start of this parliament
Labour announce new plans for childcare
Extended paternity leave and invigoration of Sure Start centres will allow more flexibility for families
Broadcaster’s bias against women reflects problems far beyond the industry
Women still have a sell-by date, shy away from 'serious' subjects and are hampered by childcare issues - it's not just the BBC that needs a shake-up.
Childcare is no panacea when it comes to getting women into work
Policy on childcare continues to promote a conservative view of women’s roles in the home and labour market. It's time for a new approach.
Lamont pledges cap on childcare in Scotland
Childcare costs should be no more than 10 per cent of median incomes, say Labour.