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The single-parent penalty: why do they get such a poor deal on family tickets?

Major attractions often don’t take lone-parent families into account in their pricing structures, making days out more expensive

The Guardian - UK · Dec 3, 2025

I’m not looking for a male role figure for my children – is that wrong?

IN FOCUS: It’s widely believed that two-parent families with a male role model are the gold standard – but it’s not always the case, says single mum of two, Charlotte Cripps

The Independent UK · Jun 1, 2025

More than one in 20 IVF treatments for single women

The fertility regulator has released a new report on how different families access treatment.

The Independent UK · Nov 26, 2024

Celebs running London Marathon 2022 as Strictly star gears up for gruelling weekend

Here, The Mirror takes a look at the stars who are set to take part in the 2022 London Marathon, as stars including Strictly's Tyler West, Mark Wright, and Greg O'Shea gear up to run the 26.2 mile circuit

Daily Mirror · Sep 28, 2022

Single parent strength – a photo essay

Photographer Jonathan Donovan has produced a series of portraits focusing on the strength of single parents and celebrating their resilience and love. The project aims to raise awareness of Gingerbread – the leading national charity working with single-parent families.An exhibition of his work opens in Granary Square in London’s Kings…

The Guardian - UK · Jan 26, 2022