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OPFS response to UK disability benefit cuts

18/03/2025

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The UK government has announced today the most shocking cuts to disability benefits on record.  We know from our work that many single parents have a disability or are in poor health.

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Job Start Payment

20/02/2025

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You could be eligible for the Job Start Payment. £314.45 for young people (16-24), £503.10 if you're a main carer.

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Apply for school age payment before 28 February deadline

29/01/2025

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Single parents urged to apply for school age payment before 28 February 2025 deadline. Learn more and find out how to apply here.

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OPFS awarded Gold Investors in People accreditation

27/01/2025

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OPFS awarded We Invest in People Gold accreditation for its commitment to improving work conditions for everyone within the organisation.

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Survey of single parents claiming benefits in Scotland

Benefits conditionality survey launched

22/01/2025

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Calling single parents in Scotland on benefits affected by sanctions or increased work requirements. Survey closes 3 March 2025.

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OPFS statement on leaving Twitter/X

08/01/2025

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OPFS has left Twitter/X due to worries about the dissemination of misinformation, declining engagement and platform governance.

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OPFS response to 2025/26 Scottish Budget

04/12/2024

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OPFS is extremely pleased the Scottish Government has announced plans to mitigate the impact of UK government's two child limit.

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Ada, single mum

OPFS and Public Health Scotland recognised for pioneering lone parent employment partnership

29/11/2024

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Satwat Rehman, OPFS Chief Executive, awarded Honorary Doctorate from Glasgow Caledonian University

26/11/2024

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‘A Brighter Christmas’ for children

18/11/2024

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