Steve, a lorry driver, said he worked on average 65 hours a week, and also had limited holiday rights.
Rising concern is expressed about broken families, delinquent youngsters and poor school performance, as family life falls apart.
Britons scarcely cook any more. An inspection of trolleys at the supermarket tills reveals piles of pre-packed TV dinners and other convenience foods. Obesity is soaring as a result.
Alan Wells, director of the state's Basic Skills Agency, said last week, young people were losing the ability to communicate.
Calling the phenomenon "the daily grunt," Wells said schools should offer parents courses on how to play with their children.
"It's because of the children sitting in front of the television and the computer and the lack of time families spend having food together. It clearly has an impact on their learning," he said.
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