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Kids in workplaces all summer instead of in proper childcare

28 replies

ElleWanchoc3 · 09/08/2024 13:56

I want to ask what people think about taking your child into your workplace every weekday of the long summer holidays? Even if your employer allows it, is it fair on the child? Is it fair on the colleagues, especially those that pay for childcare and arrange their time off to cover it?

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Bignanna · 09/08/2024 14:01

It raises questions of safety especially with very young children, and if if machinery is involved. Is the employer insured for accidents? I don’t think children should be going to work with their parents, unless they are of legal working age, and will be helping in the parent’s businesses. Apart from these concerns, parents may not be able to concentrate on their work.

gotmychristmasmiracle · 09/08/2024 13:58

And no it didn't effect me as a child...

gotmychristmasmiracle · 09/08/2024 13:57

I used to have to go with my mum to work during holidays, no idea how she did it ðŸ«