The rise of the “one and done” family
BBC - 05-Dec-2025Modern pressures and fertility gaps shape the growing trend of single-child households
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Education Correspondent at BBC News
Hazel Shearing is a British journalist currently serving as Education Correspondent at BBC News, where she covers a wide range of topics related to education policy, universities, school reform, and student issues across the UK. She previously worked for outlets such as BuzzFeed UK and The Sunday Times, and holds a degree from University of Cambridge. Her reporting is known for explaining complex education developments in accessible ways — from student loans and tuition changes to school exam reforms and teacher workforce pressures — making her a visible voice in UK education journalism.
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Modern pressures and fertility gaps shape the growing trend of single-child households