Chinese city to fine unmarried mothers; move could lead to more 'sewer babies'

A Chinese city plans to fine mothers who have a child out of wedlock, sparking criticism that the policy is discriminatory and could lead to an increase in abandoned babies.

Chinese city to fine unmarried mothers; move could lead to more 'sewer babies'

A Chinese city plans to fine mothers who have a child out of wedlock, sparking criticism that the policy is discriminatory and could lead to an increase in abandoned babies.

Wuhan city says the rule is aimed at keeping the birth rate low.

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