As the summer holidays approach, parents may be considering the possibility of leaving their children home alone. While some working parents have family members looking after their kids, others don't have this option.
Is it legal to leave a child home alone? The law doesn't say an age when you can leave a child on their own, but it's an offence to leave a child alone if it places them at risk. The leading children's charity says a child younger than 12 years old should always be left with family, a friend or in childcare.The NSPCC says babies, toddlers and very young children should never be left alone.In general, the charity says that no matter the age, parents should always consider if their child feels safe and ready.
She added: 'As well as navigating if a child is ready to be left alone, lots of parents will also find managing work alongside the school break really challenging, particularly in light of the soaring child costs and the cost of living crisis, which is putting additional pressure on families.'
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