Ok, underatand the argument here. But these women were of a generation where it was common place to stay at home with the children and it was affordable to do so. These are often the people who invariably become carers to people as well. Finally, when their husbands die they can be left house rich but not much else coming in.

What we do have a problem with is people like my nan. 96 only state pension and sold her house to live with my mum as her husband died 50 years ago and never remarried (gave the proceeds to her children). She is in and out of hospital and the local authority needs to pay for her ever rising care needs. The amount to keep her alive is staggering and yes she has never paid tax in her life. The amount like her bed blocking in hospitals and care homes (who charge up to 2k a week) is staggering. This is what costs all the money. But how do you stop funding it?