There's a large group of mid-30 somethings who are never going to have kids. They are living like they're in their 20's. Holidays, going out, living at the gym, drinking with their childless mates. They are not prepared to give up any of their time in bringing love (a small child) into the world.
What's really caused this? I don't believe it has anything to do with the cost of raising children. People can live how they like, it is their choice - but I don't understand why people would choose to be an incomplete human being.
Why the fuck do we pay Stamp Duty just to buy a home? You work, pay income tax, save for years, then buy a £400k house and hand the government another £10k+ in tax. It’s money we’ve already paid tax on. Hard work should be rewarded, not taxed at every opportunity.