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OPFS response to Westminster debate on Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill
02/07/2025
News
The UK Government's plans to introduce controversial reforms to PIP and Universal Credit passed at its first vote in Westminster yesterday evening - with 355-260 MPs in favour of progressing the Bill.
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The road to a Minimum Income Guarantee: a lifeline for single parents
24/06/2025
News
OPFS welcomes new report outlining the roadmap to a Minimum Guarantee
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Single Parent FAQs: Supporting children with school transitions – Issue 40
10/06/2025
Blog
Answers to the most recently frequently asked questions on supporting children with school transitions.
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OPFS response to 2025/26 Programme for Government
06/05/2025
News
OPFS welcomes the continued commitment to tackling child poverty in today’s Programme for Government.But urgent action is still needed.
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