Exciting news for grandparents in Wales! 🎉 The Welsh Conservatives have made a bold pledge to support families by proposing a payment of up to £4,800 per year for grandparents who step in to help with childcare. If they win the upcoming Senedd election, this policy will allow parents to nominate a grandparent to receive £200 per child each month for up to two children.
Imagine the peace of mind knowing your little ones are in the loving care of their grandparents while also helping ease the financial pressure of childcare. It’s a win-win situation!
Not stopping there, the Welsh Conservatives also plan to extend the offer of up to 30 hours of free weekly childcare to working parents of kids aged from nine months to four years. Currently, this is only available to parents of three and four-year-olds. 🎈
Darren Millar, leader of the Welsh Conservative group, emphasises that these plans highlight the vital role grandparents play and aim to provide the most family-friendly policy Wales has ever seen. With childcare costs among the highest in Britain, it’s time for a change! 🏠
This initiative is all about empowering parents to make the best choice for their families, ensuring affordable, deliverable solutions are front and centre. What do you think about this grandparent-focused proposition? Share your thoughts below! ⬇️