Highest foreign population in the world
-46% foreign
-Foreign trade makes up half of the private sector
2nd densest country in the world, after Monocco
In 2008 fertility rates were 1.28, third lowest in the world and well below replacement level (2)
To overcome this, the government are
-Running an ad campaign showing the "joy of parenthood"
-Financial aid such as paying delivery charges
Pro family encouragement
-Extended maternity leave
-More time off for parents
-Grants to families who have the Granddad care for the baby
Graduate Mothers Scheme
-Women with high education make better mothers
-Encourages graduates to marry
The government is encouraging immigration
-Greatly within control of government
-Cost Effective
-Public attitude to immigration is positive
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