‘She spent £16,000 a year on childcare’
Laura Miller and Natalie Higgins hear how the cost of childcare could be pushing mothers out of the workforce.
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The Scottish Budget for 2026/27 includes measures to boost after-school care and provide breakfast clubs in all primary schools – but no new childcare funding.
Carole Erskine from campaigning charity Pregnant Then Screwed explains why she believes the 'hugely expensive' cost of childcare is pushing mothers out of the workforce.
And have we been pronouncing Shona Robison’s name correctly?
Scotcast is the Â鶹Éç’s Scottish news podcast. This episode is hosted by Laura Miller and Natalie Higgins.
Get in touch: scotcast@bbc.co.uk
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