Submitted on Tuesday 13th May 2025
Rejected on Wednesday 11th June 2025
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Conduct an independent review and reform of the Child Maintenance System (CMS)
We want the Government to carry out an independent review of the CMS and reform it to ensure fair, accurate assessments, better accountability for both parents, capped deductions, improved appeal processes, and protection from financial hardship for paying parents.
The current CMS system is causing severe financial hardship for many paying parents, often due to unfair assessments, estimated incomes, and aggressive enforcement tactics. Many parents who share care are still penalised. Reform is needed to create a fair, transparent system that truly supports children without pushing parents into poverty or homelessness. An independent review would ensure accountability and modernise the system for today’s families.
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Review the child maintenance service
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/702615
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