Families pushed out of work due to childcare costs

High childcare costs in Wales are forcing families out of work and into poverty, with some limiting the number of children they have due to affordability. Parents are urging the Welsh government to extend funded childcare for children aged nine months to two years, similar to England. The Bevan Foundation report highlights the challenges faced by families, leading to concerns about children missing out on important opportunities and being pushed into poverty. The lack of support for families with young children is a pressing issue that needs to be addressed to alleviate financial burdens and improve access to childcare services in Wales.