One of the first issues lone parents worry about is money. If you are bringing up a child as a lone parent you may be entitled to some financial help. See our money matters section for more information.

 

If you're going back to work and you've got children, you can get financial and practical help with childcare. From tax credits to flexible working arrangements, there's lots of support available to make your life easier. See our money matters section for more information or visit the Direct Gov website.

 

If you are a lone parent there’s no reason why you can’t continue with your education.  There are education and childcare benefits that you may be entitled to. See the council website for more information about benefits or visit the Direct Gov website.