Cameron mulls tax breaks for families hiring cleaners

The proposal, based on a successful 'maid credit' scheme already operating in Sweden, could save middle-class families thousands of pounds a year in fees for domestic help and encourage more women to return to work after having children. It would also act to cut the number of illegal workers, who are often paid "cash in hand", reports the Telegraph. In addition, the proposal would boost employment rates and is designed to appeal to women with young children. Cameron told delegates that he was keen to explore Sweden's experience of "encouraging and helping women go out to work". ...