Tag: Family policy
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Father Welcomes New Parental Leave Rights for Bereaved in Great Britain
New Parental Leave Rights Enter Parliament A landmark moment unfolds as a proposed extension to parental leave rights for bereaved parents is laid before Parliament in Great Britain. The measure would enable more families to care for their newborns and support one another in the wake of unimaginable loss. For some, it represents a long-awaited…
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China’s Condom Tax and Childcare Cuts: A Bold Gamble to Reverse the Birth Decline
China’s New Demographic Push: Taxing Condoms, Cutting Childcare Costs China has unveiled a sweeping set of demographic measures designed to reverse a demographic trend that has raised concerns among policymakers for years. Beginning January 1, condoms and contraceptive pills will be subject to a 13% tax, and the government will also cut childcare costs to…
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The Paternity Leave Punchline: How a Dad’s Parliament Day Shone a Light on Family Policy
When a Dad Goes to Parliament: The Curtain Raiser for a Father-Friendly Policy It’s not every day that a routine parental leave becomes the center of a parliamentary moment. Yet, a recent event where a low-paid father stepped into the spotlight—taking paternity leave and sharing candid stories—highlighted a long-standing national conversation: how society supports working…
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The Paternity Leave Punchline: How One Low-Paid Dad Put MPs in a New Light
Story Behind the Punchline In an era where the word “dads” often comes with a stereotype of grunted punchlines and cheesy jokes, one hopeful dad challenged the myth by turning his paternity leave into a public conversation. He is not a celebrity, but a working parent who lives on a modest income. His decision to…
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The Low-Paid Dad Who Took Paternity Leave: Parliament’s Unexpected Comedy Moment
Introduction: When Paternity Leave Takes the Floor If the UK Parliament is anything, it’s a stage for serious debate, measured rhetoric, and the occasional splash of humour. On a recent Thursday, a different kind of moment dominated the corridors: MPs trading jokes about paternity leave and the realities of being a low-paid dad. It wasn’t…
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LO Backs S Proposal to Scrap Karensavdrag in Shadow Budget
Overview of the shadow budget proposals In a move that would reshape Sweden’s social safety net, the Social Democrats (S) outlined a set of measures in their shadow budget. The plan centers on scrapping the karensavdrag, expanding family support, and introducing targeted tax relief for ordinary earners. The announcements came during a Friday briefing led…