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Join OPFS at the Scotland Demands Better march and rally
08/10/2025
News
On 25 October, One Parent Families Scotland will march alongside thousands of others to demand a better future for families across Scotland.
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One Parent Families Scotland response to Poverty in Scotland 2025
06/10/2025
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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OPFS launches Single Parents’ Manifesto for Scottish Parliament election 2026
18/07/2025
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OPFS launches Single Parents' Manifesto for Scottish Parliament election 2026
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New research: public debt is deepening poverty for lone parent and disabled families
11/07/2025
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New research shows public debt is trapping lone parents and disabled families in poverty.
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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
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OPFS welcomes new report outlining the roadmap to a Minimum Guarantee
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OPFS response to 2025/26 Programme for Government
06/05/2025
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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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