Rejected petition lawmakers to implement measures fathers accountable for financial contributions

Mandatory Financial Contributions
We call upon the government and Parliament to take decisive action to enforce the financial responsibilities of fathers towards their children. It is imperative that every child has access to the resources they need for a healthy and prosperous life,

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Child Welfare: Children are entitled to support from both parents to ensure their basic needs are met, including food, shelter, healthcare, and education. Government intervention can establish and enforce standards for child support that guarantee every child receives the financial resources necessary for a healthy upbringing.

This petition was rejected

Why was this petition rejected?

It’s not clear what the petition is asking the UK Government or Parliament to do.

Petitions need to call on the Government or Parliament to take a specific action.

We understand that you are concerned about fathers making financial contributions for their children, but we are not sure how you would like the government to enforce this.

You could start a new petition explaining clearly what you would like the Government or Parliament to do.

You may wish to sign the following petition:
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/701777

Requirements of child maintenance:
https://www.gov.uk/child-maintenance-service

We only reject petitions that don’t meet the petition standards.

Date submitted 18 November 2024
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