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Protesters have descended on Trafalgar Square in London to call for Government reform the ‘unaffordable’ childcare sector.
The demonstration, led by Pregnant Then Screwed, brought mums together for a ‘united call to arms’ to demand change.
Families, including young children, donned bandages, vampire costumes and witches’ hats as they took part in the March of the Mummies.
Thousands stood outside Downing Street shouting, ‘Dear Rishi Sunak, we want out choices back’, as they protested against unaffordable parental leave structures.
Banners include slogans such as: ‘My skills got me hired! My wok got me fired!’