Is CSA/CMEC better than nothing?

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catenorfolk wrote: »

I had a look at the links above, and the website looks good - but one problem - this would only work if both parties agreed. that is why there are so many problems with the CSA, because the parties cant agree basically.

You are right but the simple fact is at first when both parties separate most do agree. The methods used by the agency put parent against parent. The fact that a 1/4 million people use footprint (they might not like each other) but use the system in any event proves this is a real alternative. The CSA did try and buy the system but would not agree to keep the price below the proposed cost for using the statutory service in 2012 or as a alternate fund a pro bona unit for csa appeals with the profits which happens now.

catenorfolk

Unfortunately I must have been one of the unlucky few, whereby my ex just did not want to pay anything towards the upkeep of the children. we split the property evenly, but he feels that I should work overtime etc and not spend anything on myself then i can afford to support the kids!!! Well I can support them but with no luxuries. But the point is it doesnt matter if the PWC can support the kids, the NRP should provide a financial support. I dont agree that most parties agree when they first split up. I am sure many do but many many more dont, hence the constant debates.

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catenorfolk wrote: »

Unfortunately I must have been one of the unlucky few, whereby my ex just did not want to pay anything towards the upkeep of the children. we split the property evenly, but he feels that I should work overtime etc and not spend anything on myself then i can afford to support the kids!!! Well I can support them but with no luxuries. But the point is it doesnt matter if the PWC can support the kids, the NRP should provide a financial support. I dont agree that most parties agree when they first split up. I am sure many do but many many more dont, hence the constant debates.

Why dont you send him the web address with a simple (what do you think) and try it the worst thing he can do is say no the best thing is you communicating

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Zara33 wrote: »

Interesting all this for £15 :think:

with the greatest respect yes. Many professionals have contributed to footprint it’s not about making money it’s about caring for our children hence thats why it was not sold to the government

Zara33

CMAC wrote: »

with the greatest respect yes. Many professionals have contributed to footprint it’s not about making money it’s about caring for our children hence thats why it was not sold to the government

I will have to take your word on it as it will be something I will never get the opportunity to use (sadly).

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Zara33 wrote: »

I will have to take your word on it as it will be something I will never get the opportunity to use (sadly).

thats a real pitty as it is a real alternitive to both court and CMEC

Zara33

CMAC wrote: »

thats a real pitty as it is a real alternitive to both court and CMEC

It is because from the little that I read it sounded very good, however regarding my NRP there was aline that crossed and I very much doubt that there will be any going back from it.

LizzieS_2

Blue_Horizon wrote: »

Interest connection with the divorce/AR process. I wonder how practical this is? In my case the divorce result in a 70/30 split of assets which meant my ex kept the ex faimily home. We both had well paid jobs which helped, but lots don't and it could result in more and more NRPs without any money at all.

I think you misunderstood my post. Under the current systems a nrp can lose all equity in the home and have to pay full csa too - my suggestion was to add some balance to that lost equity by adjusting csa payments.

kelloggs36

The CM options will only every work for parents who are amicable - I have seem far too many cases (my own included) where the NRP has refused point blank to pay anything - let alone come to any kind of agreement. Sadly for many, this is just a pipe dream and for those who can get along, the CSA has never been compulsory (except for benefit cases).

catenorfolk

DUTR wrote: »

The principle of it is fine, it is the way it is implemented that spoils it.

Bit like the government and all the ministers etc.!!!!:T