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New family report: One in five families is headed by a single or separated parent

January 15, 2025

The 10th Family Report examines the living situations of single and separated parents, focusing on the dynamics of their lives. There are 1.7 million single parents with children under 18. The majority of single parents are mothers.

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What will change for families in 2025: child benefit, name law, minimum child support

January 6, 2025

January 6, 2025 – Several changes will affect families in the new year 2025: Among other things, child benefits, child supplements, minimum child support payments, and child tax allowances will increase. Name laws will be modernized, allowing married couples to choose a joint double surname combining both partners' family names starting in May 2025. Children can also receive such double surnames.

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