Rejected petition Reform Child Maintenance Laws to Close Loopholes used by Non-Resident Parents

I want the government to reform the Child Maintenance Service by closing loopholes that let parents avoid paying. Support should reflect the real cost of raising a child, not just income. There must be minimum contributions, proper enforcement, and asset checks.

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We urge the UK Government to reform the CMS by:

Introducing a minimum child maintenance payment for all, regardless of employment;

Tying support to cost of living and regional baselines, not just declared income;

Auditing lifestyle and assets, not only pay slips;

Stopping temporary overnight care claims as a loophole;

Enforcing stricter verification and consequences for manipulation.

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Date submitted 30 April 2025
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