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Gillian Mackay: Parents, particularly mothers, may already be feeling the pinch after surviving on very little maternity pay during…

On the recordAugust 23, 2026
Parents, particularly mothers, may already be feeling the pinch after surviving on very little maternity pay during their baby’s first year.
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Gillian Mackay
Scottish Green Party

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Scottish Greens call for free childcare access

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