Parents being forced out of work due to childcare costs

Many mums and dads are having to make difficult choices between their careers and staying at home.

Emma Cameron

Some parents in Scotland are being forced out of work due to childcare costs.

Many mums and dads are having to make difficult choices between their careers and staying at home to look after their kids.

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