Chief executive Purnima Tanuku said, 'We have heard in recent monthsthat some nurseries are caring for more babies because, due to thecurrent economic climate, mothers are choosing not to use their fullmaternity entitlement as they are keen to return to work promptly. Insome cases, this is due to concerns about the security of theirpartner's jobs or mothers are taking on extra hours or choosingfull-time work over part-time.
'This is very positive for those nurseries who are supporting familiesto cope during this time by providing high-quality childcare. However,it is important to remember that there is a mixed picture and settingsare also feeding back that parents are experiencing redundancies and joblosses, which will have an impact on the sector.'
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