Liberal Democrats back plans for 20 hours of free childcare
March 9, 2009 10:00 PM
Afzal Anwar and Nick Clegg
The Liberal Democrat Spring Conference today backed plans to give all families 20 hours of free, high quality childcare as well as allowing fathers to take up to one year of paternity leave.
The proposals include:
Providing 20 hours of free, good quality childcare a week from 18 months to five years old
Ensuring all childcare workers are qualified to a minimum level
Improving the quality of childcare by expanding the role of children's centres as training institutions
Providing 19 months paternity leave, shared between both parents making it easier for fathers to play a fuller role
Commenting, Liberal Democrat PPC for Pendle , Afzal Anwar said:
"Finding childcare that fits around their family's needs can be a real struggle for parents, and the need for flexible and affordable childcare has never been more urgent.
"The Liberal Democrats are committed to giving all children the best start in life, and to providing families with the help they need to organise their busy lives.
"That's why we would allow parents to share 19 months paternity leave, and provide free, good quality childcare for all toddlers over 18 months
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