But talking about families is one thing. Rethinking policies and designing services around the needs of families is something completely different.
From more help with childcare to providing somewhere to turn when things go wrong, the default should be to support families to do what most do so well. Frequently it is not and that needs to change.
So often politicians seem squeamish about introducing policies specifically targeted at supporting families. Some may be worried about being accused of creating a “nanny state”, but by not acting we are leaving too many families high and dry without the help they need to work, to gain parenting skills, and to find their way through crises when they occur.
This reluctance is so counterproductive when we know that families are one of our greatest assets.
We know that for most children, their family are going to be the most important influence in their lives – a source of love, guidance, and nurture.
Children who grow up within a strong family are more likely to do well at school. A strong family can be an essential building block for a successful adult life.
We know too that when things go wrong for children, families are usually best placed to resolve the problem – if they have the right support.
This story is from the January 08, 2023 edition of Sunday Express.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the January 08, 2023 edition of Sunday Express.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
Fury as jailed killer 'stars in rap video'
DRILL rap gangs are using artificial intelligence to create music videos glamorising murderers online.
Cleese: I've never met a German offended by goose-stepping Fawlty
JOHN Cleese says he has never met a German who was offended by Basil Fawlty repeatedly mentioning the Second World War and goosestepping around a room.
Ka-Pow! White House gong for reliable Robin
IT WAS the TV series that gripped a generation of children as crime-fighting duo Batman and Robin defended Gotham City from villains like The Joker.
Star Adjoa: Bridgerton fans burst into tears when they see me!
BRIDGERTON star Adjoa Andoh says fans of the period drama really think she is Lady Danbury – and often “burst into tears” when they see her.
Star Trek's 3ft TV space ship returns home
THE first model of the USS Enterprise used in the opening credits of the original Star Trek TV show has boldly arrived back home – after being lost for almost half a century.
Just £6,000 for a posh bag of chips
CHEAP as chips is not a description everyone would apply to this fast food-themed handbag – as the accessory costs almost £6,000.
Trump 'won't join breakaway tour'
JUDD TRUMP has revealed he has turned down an approach from a rival tour.
QUINS SURVIVE A CARE SCARE
BOSS Danny Wilson admitted Danny Care dodged a red card as Harlequins kept their play-off hopes alive.
JARR-ING END FOR KLOPP
Anfield boss waves farewell to hopes of second title
In the jungle...the mighty jungle...the lion sleeps tonight
JUST when you think it’s safe to get forty winks, along comes a camera crew.