David Cameron denies parenting classes 'nanny state'

lollywood —

Describing vouchers for parenting classes in England as a "nanny state" policy is "nonsense", David Cameron has said.

In three trial areas, those with children aged up to five can get a £100 voucher towards parenting classes.

The PM has also announced a new NHS online information service for parents of very young children.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-18114587

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lollywood — Sun, 20 May 2012 - 19:26

[quote=Titanium]I think they should just advocate that only have children if you WANT to and not because it was a by product of a physical activity.[/quote]

How many people truly want children?

And not for the child bnft and other perks that come with it?

Ask any parent and they'll  go on a rant our children want this our children want that and it ends I wish I didn't have any  

 

Hummus — Sun, 20 May 2012 - 20:48

[quote=lollywood]

Ask any parent and they'll go on a rant our children want this our children want that and it ends I wish I didn't have any  

[/quote]

Hmmm, how about you go and ask some parents! Children have needs and wants, fine line between them! I asked one set of parents (and I'm sure many more will agree that) some children can be troublesome but they have no regrets with having children and children are a blessing!

lollywood — Sun, 20 May 2012 - 21:42

[quote=Hummus]Hmmm, how about you go and ask some parents! Children have needs and wants, fine line between them! I asked one set of parents (and I'm sure many more will agree that)[/quote]

Wants and needs

Needs

Roof over their head, food, water, cloths, How many children are just happy with that?   

What kids want

PC, laptop, new smart phone, Ipad-Ipod, MP3/MP4 HD TV, Bluray, PS3, DVD player, if you have more then 1 child then in x times these things   

[quote=Hummus]some children can be troublesome but they have no regrets with having children and children are a blessing![/quote]

I don't know