Splitting up
Resources for lone parents about the issues surrounding splitting up with a partner.
Arrangements for children factsheet
This factsheet details parental responsibilities and rights in Scotland.
(This factsheet is part of the OPFS Lone Parent's Rights Guide.)
Child maintenance factsheet
Information about the Child Support Agency (CSA) & the Child Maintenance and Enforcement Commission (C-MEC).
(This factsheet is part of the OPFS Lone Parent's Rights Guide.)
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Housing factsheet: Options for lone parents
When couples separate there can be disputes about who will stay in the family home. This factsheet gives information about your rights and options at this difficult time.
(This factsheet is part of the OPFS Lone Parent's Rights Guide.)
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Legal considerations when separating or divorcing factsheet
This factsheet covers grounds of divorce, division of matrimonial property and new legislation introduced for cohabitees.
(This factsheet is part of the OPFS Lone Parent's Rights Guide.)
Lone Fathers (parents with care & non-resident parents)
Information about parental responsibilities & rights.
Parental responsibilities are what children have the right to expect from their parents and what parents must do for their children. Parental rights help parents meet their parental responsibilities. The law states that you should ask your children what they think about major decisions that effect them.
Short benefits guide
Information on benefits and funding available for lone parents, carers and individuals affected by disability or long-term illness.
Trusts for individual and family needs
Details of trusts which provide funds for individual and family needs based on specific criteria.
Please ensure you meet the criteria of the Trust Fund to which you are applying. Most applications need to be made by a third party such as a social worker, GP, minister, health visitor or someone in a similar position or profession.
Useful addresses factsheet
A list of useful organisations and agencies for lone parents.
(This factsheet is part of the OPFS Lone Parent's Rights Guide.)
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Shelter Scotland
Gives advice, information and help with legal and practical issues relating to housing matters.