This site explains the laws around child support and maintenance in the UK in plain language. Whether you're dealing with the financial side of a relationship breakdown, trying to track down a parent who owes support, or disputing a child support order, you'll find answers to common questions here.
Answer a few questions about your situation and get a clear summary of your child maintenance rights and options.
Try our Child Support Rights Checker free, here on this site →We cover what parents are legally required to pay, how the Child Support Agency works out amounts, and what happens if circumstances change or you can't afford your payments. We also explain how child support relates to divorce and civil partnership dissolution.
If you're receiving less than you should be or have questions about your obligations, this site breaks down the process and your options in a straightforward way.
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