The service has come under the spotlight in Parliament, with a DWP minister acknowledging there have been issues ...

Hundreds of thousands of parents who receive money from ex-partners for their children are set to see funds slashed under new child maintenance plans. Around 440,000 parents currently use the child ...

Child maintenance is defined as "regular financial support paid to the parent with the main day-to-day care of the child by the child's other parent". Officials say that both parents are responsible ...

Here is a full list of child maintenance changes you must report to the authorities as they could affect the amount of money you pay or receive. Child maintenance covers how your child’s living costs ...

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An engineer from Kidderminster who faced "months of sheer hell" has finally reached a resolution with the child maintenance service.

Labour MP Justin Madders highlights issues with the CMS in Parliament, citing delays and missed payments affecting families.