Mothers Who Work: Tips, Advice on Work, Starting A Spare-Time Business, Family and Wellbeing

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Nurseries will get improved outdoor play areas, computers and expanded indoor areas thanks to a ?642 million cash boost.

The money will also help improve the quality and capacity of childcare in the Private, Voluntary and Independent (PVI) sector and help deliver the extension of the 15 hours free entitlement for three and four year olds; and equip settings with facilities for children with disabilities so there are no barriers for any child accessing childcare.

After more than 16 years bringing up her children, an unemployed grandmother from Penkridge, Staffordshire, says getting a job has given her family a better quality of life.

A lone parent, 52-year-old Christine Dawson has brought up her three daughters and one son, including a long period of caring for Louise who had leukaemia. Christine’s fundraising for leukaemia research has included marathon sponsored bike rides.

Christine was keen to find work but felt that lack of confidence was holding her back. Through Stafford jobcentre, she joined New Deal for Lone Parents, which offers one-to-one support and advice.

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