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International Women’s Day 2025: the argument for work that works

07/03/2025

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Flexible working is essential for many women, especially single parents, 90% of whom are women. Read our latest guest blog by Lynn Houmdi.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Single Parent FAQs: Separation – Issue 36

09/01/2025

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Answers to the most recently frequently asked questions on separating from your partner.

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.

International Migrants Day 2024

18/12/2024

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International Migrants Day 2024 is December 18. See more information about how OPFS endeavours to support migrant single parents in Scotland.

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.

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

29/11/2024

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