How do you actually go about breaking up with your DP?

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And what happens next?

DP and I are not married. We have 2 small children. I am the sole breadwinner.

I feel like he takes me for granted. He is so grumpy. I do most of the housework, shopping, washing etc. I'm fed up. We live in rented accommodation and are both on the lease of our council flat. He has no paid employment and no prospects. Where do we go from here? I can't afford to move out and neither can he, but I feel trapped.

Definitely think you should 'encourage' him to go to his parents for a few days. Which could turn into months and months with any luck. Do the 'We both need some space' routine. Just get him to leave, by any means necessary, and once he's gone, keep him away.

You sound exhausted and worn down OP. As soon as he is gone, I can guarantee you will feel lighter.