This system is failing millions of parents like me

Why the System Must Change

The current child maintenance formula looks only at the paying parent’s income. It ignores:

1. The receiving parent’s income
2. The true financial reality of shared care
3. Existing debts or hardships
4. Situations where one parent earns significantly more
5. Cases where the lower‑earning parent is already financially vulnerable

A fair system would consider both parents’ incomes, as many other countries already do. Research consistently shows that children thrive when both homes are financially stable. A dual‑income model would create a more balanced, just, and modern approach to child support—one that reflects real family dynamics and protects children from unnecessary hardship.

What We Are Calling For

We urge policymakers to:

1. Reform the child maintenance calculation
2. Consider both parents’ incomes and financial circumstances
3. Ensure shared‑care arrangements are reflected fairly
4. Reduce the risk of financial abuse through the system itself

Why Your Signature Matters

This is not just my story. Thousands of parents are trapped in similar situations, punished financially after escaping abusive relationships. The system, as it stands, allows financial control to continue long after the relationship ends.

By signing this petition, you are standing up for:

• Fairness
• Protection for survivors of abuse
• Financial stability for children
• A modern, balanced child maintenance system

Together, we can push for a system that supports families instead of breaking them.

Please sign and share. Your voice can help change the law and protect countless families from injustice.