MEN IN CHILD CARE

Early day motion 484, tabled 4 July 2005 by Lord Field of Birkenhead (Labour). Signed by 54 members.

That this House congratulates the recent success of National Childcare Week and Sure Start month; recognises that men should have an increased role in providing good quality childcare and within the Sure Start programme; recognises the importance of good male role models for children; and welcomes the Government's recent call for men to consider a career in childcare.

Signatures by party: Labour 34, Liberal Democrat 13, Conservative 2, Plaid Cymru 2, DUP 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1, UUP 1.