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Rethinking Family Life: exploring the role of grandparents and the wider family

25 Mar 2009

The report argues that grandparents are playing an ever-increasing role in family life by supporting parents and caring for children and we should do more to recognise the role they play.

Sam Smethers, Grandparents Plus Chief Executive, said: "Our poll shows that the general public appreciates the important role that grandparents play but most people do not think the government values this highly enough. It is time to recognise the contribution grandparents make."

For more information visit www.grandparentsplus.org.uk

(25 March 2009)

Tags: Early Years, Families, Talk To Your Baby, The home

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