Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 114272
Children: Maintenance
Tabled: 20 February 2026
Answered: 3 March 2026
Question
Mrs Elsie Blundell
Labour — Heywood and Middleton North
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of reviewing the enforcement processes of the Child Maintenance Service.
Answer
Andrew WesternThe Child Maintenance Service has a range of strong enforcement powers that are designed to get money flowing quickly, prevent the build-up of arrears and ensure children get the financial support they deserve. These powers include the ability to deduct d...
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