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Single mothers. Single fathers. One stronger voice.

Founded by single mothers, Single Parents Union provides legal advice, practical support and a supportive community for single mothers and single fathers across the UK.

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Why Single Parents Union?

We understand the pressures of raising children while managing work, money and everyday life. We bring together lived experience, professional knowledge and collective action to help single mothers and single fathers understand their rights, access support and have their voices heard.

How we can help

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Legal advice & guidance

Our Open Support Clinic provides legal advice, practical guidance and support to help you understand your rights and prepare your next steps.

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McKenzie Friend support

Help feeling prepared and supported when representing yourself in court in England and Wales — organising papers, preparing notes and quiet support at hearings.

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Workplace support & representation

Support with grievances, disciplinaries, bullying and discrimination, including accompaniment at workplace meetings where permitted.

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Advice & support

Money & Benefits

Benefits, childcare costs, maintenance and budgeting.

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Legal & Workplace Rights

Flexible working, family law, housing and finding legal help.

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Wellbeing, Education & Returning to Work

Looking after yourself, learning and getting back into work.

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Open Support Clinic

Tell us what you're facing. Our team assesses each enquiry to identify the appropriate advice, assistance or referral. The clinic is open to SPU members.

How the clinic works

£2 for your first month

Join for £2 for your first month, then £4.99 a month. Cancel future payments at any time. Membership gives you members-only clinic support, the moderated member community, member resources and updates, and chances to shape our campaigns.

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Member community

A private, moderated space to share everyday life with other single mothers and single fathers.

Events

Online and in-person events will be listed here as they're confirmed.

Courses

Online courses are in development. Register your interest.

Campaigns & news

Our priorities and the latest updates from SPU.

Volunteer or become a professional partner

We're looking for volunteers, advisers and organisations who share our aims.

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