Government plans to ease childcare cost

The video discusses the challenges faced by parents, like Jillian, in returning to work post-maternity due to high childcare costs. The government announced a new childcare funding initiative, offering tax relief to working parents. However, the scheme has limitations, covering only certain age groups and excluding part-time workers. Critics suggest alternative solutions, such as direct cost reduction and income-based payment caps, while warning of potential price inflation. The urgency for the government to regain trust among working families is highlighted.

What was Jillian's initial plan after her maternity leave?

• To switch to a different career

• To become a stay-at-home mom

• To return to teaching

• To start a new business

What is the main goal of the government's new childcare funding?

• To offer free education for all children

• To increase the number of nurseries

• To provide tax relief for childcare

• To reduce taxes for all families

By what year will the new childcare scheme include children under 12?

• 2015

• 2020

• 2030

• 2025

Which group is NOT supported by the new childcare scheme?

• Full-time working parents

• Part-time workers

• Single parents with full-time jobs

• Families with children under five

What potential risk is associated with the new childcare system?

• Price inflation

• Increased taxes for all families

• Decrease in childcare quality

• Reduction in the number of childcare centers