Coalition Government still sidelining Families

05-Aug-2010

RF tell Daily Telegraph that Families are the most important element in the Big Society and are still being overlooked.

Marriage tax controversy must not threaten overall family policy

16-Jul-2010

Many think that family policy has been sidelined. The question now being asked is: “Is this due to disagreements within the coalition government on marriage tax policy?”

Recognising the significance of the Childhood and Families Task Force

25-Jun-2010

We have written to David Cameron and Nick Clegg suggesting a broad remit for the new Childhood and Families Task Force. It needs to be long-term and maintain a focus on families rather than just children.

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Counting the Cost of Family Failure (Briefing Note 2)

Our annual index of the cost of family failure has risen dramatically from £36.7 billion to £41.7 billion. This means failed relationships cost each UK taxpayer £1350 a year. Only when this cost is taken seriously will people recognise how important relationships are to wellbeing and happiness. Policy‐makers and implementers can, and should, make informed choices in terms of public motivation, opportunity and support which will lead to more stable relationships, thriving lives and thereby reduce the costs of relationships failure.

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