Crackdown on Delinquents
Deadbeat dads who dodge child maintenance payments could face severe consequences under new measures introduced by the government. These measures include the possibility of losing their home and driving licence, as well as having the bailiffs pay them a visit. In addition, passport privileges could also be revoked. The crackdown aims to ensure that children receive the financial support they are entitled to.
Speeding Up Enforcement
Enforcement action, which previously had to go through the courts, will now be expedited under new laws. This means that children will receive the money they are owed in a matter of weeks, rather than months. The aim is to prevent long delays in child maintenance payments and provide immediate support to those who need it.
Fee Scrapped for All
As part of the government's efforts to streamline the process, the £20 fee for applying to the Child Maintenance Service will be scrapped. This means that all parents, regardless of their financial situation, can apply to receive the child maintenance payments they are owed. The removal of the fee will make it easier for parents to access the support they need.
Sending a Strong Message
Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride emphasized the importance of parents taking responsibility for their children. He acknowledged that the majority of parents do their best to provide for their children, but there are some who fail to step up. Stride stated that the new measures will ensure that those who repeatedly evade financial responsibility face strict consequences. By fast-tracking enforcement action, the Child Maintenance Service aims to create a fairer system for parents and, most importantly, for the well-being of the children involved.
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