Cameron defends parenting classes initiative

Free parenting classes are not a “nanny state” policy, British prime minister David Cameron said as he unveiled initiatives aimed at helping families.

Cameron said it was ludicrous that people had to train before they were allowed to drive a car but could bring up a baby with no practice at all.

Vouchers for £100-worth of parenting classes are now on offer from high-street chemist Boots and health professionals to parents of children aged up to five in three trial areas.