
We call on the Government to change child benefits payments so it’s shared between the parents who share 50/50 custody.
Pat McFadden
Work & Pensions Secretary
Allow shared benefits for children in split families
Equalise the child benefit with UC child element & expand eligibility
Introduce child benefit voucher system for parents of more than two children
Review Child Maintenance Service to disincentivise parents withholding custody
Include children not living with one parent in all benefits and housing claims
We call on the Government to change child benefits payments so it’s shared between the parents who share 50/50 custody.
Allow shared benefits for children in split families
Equalise the child benefit with UC child element & expand eligibility
Introduce child benefit voucher system for parents of more than two children
Review Child Maintenance Service to disincentivise parents withholding custody
Include children not living with one parent in all benefits and housing claims