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Are young people giving up on parenthood?

 As the birthrates across the world continue to fall, how can we tackle the issue. Is the solutio...

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16.20 1 Jul 2025


Are young people giving up on parenthood?


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16.20 1 Jul 2025


 As the birthrates across the world continue to fall, how can we tackle the issue. Is the solution economic incentives or do we need a cultural shift in attitudes?   

Broadcaster Wendy Grace and Irish Examiner columnist Jane Cowen explore why many young people are rethinking whether to have children.

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