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The quote says that shared parental leave benefits fathers by giving them direct experience of caring for a newborn. It presents solo newborn care as a chance to learn in a way that is hard to get otherwise.
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Originally said in English.
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About Jo Swinson
Scottish former politician, born 1980
Jo Swinson is a Scottish former politician. Born in 1980, she was Leader of the Liberal Democrats from July to December 2019 and served as Member of Parliament for East Dunbartonshire from 2005 to 2015 and again from 2017 to 2019. She is known for her work in British politics, especially through her years in Parliament and her brief period as party leader. In September 2020, she became Director of Partners for a New Economy, continuing her public-facing work beyond elected office.
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