Parents Struggling to Afford Childcare

The video discusses the financial burden of childcare costs on working parents, highlighting the case of Gemma Dawson. It explores the challenges faced by parents, the impact of rising childcare costs, and the findings of a joint survey by Save the Children and the Daycare Trust. The video also examines government support through tax credits and the criticism from parents and charities who feel more needs to be done to support working families.

What dilemma do parents like Gemma Dawson face regarding childcare?

• Whether to change their child's school

• Whether to move to a different city

• Whether to have more children

• Whether to continue working or stay at home

What does the joint survey by Save the Children and the Daycare Trust aim to highlight?

• The decline in household incomes

• The increase in government support for families

• The impact of rising childcare costs on families

• The benefits of private schooling

How do rising childcare costs compare to household income increases?

• They are increasing at a slower rate

• They are outpacing household income increases

• They are decreasing at the same rate

• They are remaining constant

What is the government's stance on supporting families with childcare costs?

• They believe current support is insufficient

• They claim support through tax credits is generous

• They plan to reduce support further

• They have no stance on the issue

What do parents and charities feel about the current government support for working families?

• It needs to be increased

• It is more than enough

• It is irrelevant to their needs

• It needs to be reduced