France Birth Policy

France Birth Policy

1. Why Europe has a low Birth Rate

   • Later Marriage
   • Education
     • Contraception
     • Educated about the impact having children early can have on a career
   • Women's careers
     • Women prefer to focus on having a successful career
   • State benefits
     • Couples no longer need children to care for them when older

2. Pro Natalist Policy

   • 'Code de la Famille'
   • Incentives given
     • 3 years paid parental leave
       • For Mothers and Fathers
     • Full time schooling at 3 years old fully paid for
     • Day cares for children under the age of 3 subsidised by government
     • Earlier retirement on pension for women who have more children
     • Nearly the minimum wage per month given to the mother for staying at home for one year after the child's birth
       • £675 monthly
     • The more children the less income tax
     • Train fares reduced for families
       • 'Carte Famille Nombreuse'

3. Success

   • The policy hasn't raised the Birth Rate
   • The rate at which the Birth Rate is decreasing has fallen
   • France has one of the highest 'Fertility Rates' in Europe