Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Andrew Western and Calum Miller

Monday 9th March 2026 Commons Chamber

[Calum Miller (Bicester and Woodstock) (LD)]

T6. I recently met a constituent who is a victim of domestic abuse and, like too many others, has been let down by the Child Maintenance Service. She is experiencing severe financial pressure as her ex-partner refuses to make maintenance payments. She complained to the CMS 11 months ago and has not yet received a response. To make matters worse, the CMS has refused to communicate with her and has failed to provide her with documentation that is essential to an ongoing tribunal. Will the Minister meet me and my constituent to understand what has gone wrong in this case?

[Andrew Western]

Definitely—and soon.