Hungarian family policy focuses on providing generous options to take time off work to look after
children. This system not only contributes to Hungary’s low employment rate but encourages long
separation from the labour market, has largely failed to significantly influence fertility rates and is
relatively expensive to run. This paper looks at how to shift the policy focus towards reconciling work and
family life. Reasons for under-provision in childcare by local governments are discussed and
recommendations for further central-government intervention to improve supply are made.
Recommendations for reform are also made regarding the complex system of family cash benefits and leave allowances.
Family Policy in Hungary
How to Improve the Reconciliation between Work and Family?
Working paper
OECD Economics Department Working Papers
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