Kate Forbes has called for improved support at Holyrood for politicians managing parenthood. The Deputy First Minister criticized the limited creche facilities, which operate only three hours a day. She noted that many parents experience pressure and guilt in balancing their responsibilities. Forbes announced she would not seek re-election after her daughter's third birthday. Her commuting challenges also complicate her situation. She highlighted the need for Holyrood to better accommodate working parents and support their responsibilities.
Forbes emphasized that being a parent in politics creates immense pressure and guilt, stating, "So many parents know the pressures and the guilt of balancing all of this."
She criticized the inadequate creche facilities at Holyrood, stating, "I don't know anybody who only works three hours a day so that doesn't make sense."
Forbes, discussing her commuting challenges, noted, "That adds a particular dimension because you know you are not going to be able to get home every night."
The Deputy First Minister called for improvements at Holyrood, saying, "There are areas where Holyrood could do more and do better, such as its creche facility."
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