A “fun” and “family-friendly” protest for improved maternity rights will take place in Bristol this autumn. The “March of the Mummies” event has been organised by Pregnant Then Screwed, a pressure group campaigning for an end to “the motherhood penalty” in the UK.
The organisation says it is seeking “recognition, respect and action for working mums and dads” including affordable childcare for all children, flexible working practices and paid paternity leave. It arranged marches in six UK cities during 2017 – protests have been planned this year for eleven locations, including Bristol.
An Eventbrite listing for the event promises face painters and music at the family-oriented protest, with organisers expecting “a huge increase in attendees and national coverage of this event”. The event is due on Halloween weekend - hence the title - and is due to take place on Saturday October 29.
