Why are women working more in lockdown?

Since the 1970s, a mother’s role has shifted away from the idea of a being a housewife – and now, three quarters of mums are in employment. However, when the UK went into lockdown in March, many families were thrown into a new routine in which both parents were suddenly working from home. And it seems as though women have found themselves harboured with more responsibility for childcare, homeschooling and domestic chores. With most parents both forced to stay at home, why are women still burdened with domestic chores? Woman’s Own speaks to a couple to find out how – or if