Common questions

Short, straight answers to the questions that come up again and again. Each one links to the fuller guide if you want the detail.

• Does overtime affect child maintenance?
• What happens if I miss a child maintenance payment?
• Does my child have to go to contact if they don’t want to?
• Can my ex stop me seeing the kids because of maintenance?

Every answer here is information, not legal advice, and points you to the official sources.