Jo Swinson: Lib Dems to provide free childcare from nine months for working parents

The video discusses the high cost of childcare, often leading women to leave their careers. It introduces the Liberal Democrat proposal to provide free, high-quality childcare from 9 months old until school age, offering 35 hours a week for 48 weeks a year. This initiative aims to support working parents and ensure disadvantaged children receive early education, preventing them from falling behind their peers.

What is a common reason many women choose to stay at home instead of returning to work?

• Desire to travel

• High childcare costs

• Lack of job opportunities

• Health issues

What age range does the Liberal Democrat government's childcare proposal cover?

• From birth to 2 years

• From 9 months to school age

• From 3 years to 5 years

• From 1 year to 3 years

How many hours per week will the government fund for childcare under the new proposal?

• 40 hours

• 25 hours

• 20 hours

• 35 hours

Why is early years education considered important according to the video?

• It helps children learn to read early

• It is crucial for child development

• It ensures children are entertained

• It prepares children for college

What is one goal of the childcare offer mentioned in the video?

• To provide jobs for childcare workers

• To increase the number of schools

• To ensure disadvantaged children keep up with their peers

• To reduce the number of working parents