CPAG Child Support Handbook

Michelle Counley, Senior Consultant at NACSA, is the author of The Child Support Handbook -your ultimate guide to navigating the child maintenance system across England, Wales, and Scotland. Whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned pro, this comprehensive resource breaks down everything you need to know: from making applications and gathering information to adjusting payments, handling arrears, and challenging decisions.

Published annually by Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG) this essential guide provides examples and expert tips on how to effectively work with the Child Maintenance Service. It’s fully indexed and cross-referenced, keeping you up to speed with the latest rules and case law.

This publication can be purchased directly from CPAG website:

CPAG is the UK’s leading charity working to prevent child poverty. Backed by your support and donations, CPAG have made a positive difference to hundreds of thousands of children and families living in poverty since they were set up in 1965. More details about CPAG and their campaign to end child poverty please visit their website www.cpag.org.uk

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