Birth rates in England and Wales hit 50-year low amid rising cost of living pressures
By
Eleanor Lawrie, Robert Cuffe
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Summary
Birth rates in England and Wales have hit a 50-year low, with live births at their lowest since 1977 and the age of first-time mothers rising. The article highlights personal stories from women like Georgina Tuffour, a trainee nurse who wants a larger family but is constrained by the rising cost of living, and Stacey Waring, who embraces being child-free for greater freedom. Economic pressures, including school activity costs and general living expenses, are cited as key factors influencing family planning decisions.
Key quotes
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It's not a nice world out there
being child free gives her more freedom to travel
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