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REMO advice

Hi everyone, I was wondering if anyone would be able to give advice or point me in the right direction. My ex wife took our son to Sweden 6 years ago and has since refused to tell me where they live or even let me know when theyre back in the UK for visits. I always supported her financially, even when I lost my job and she demanded my dole money when she was getting more than I was. 4 years ago I stopped giving her money because she had remarried, changed my sons surname and woukdnt permit me any kind of access to him - I am on the birth certificate. I have just received an order from Swedish Courts which I have not yet translated, but I believe she wants backdated money from me. Is this enforceable under current legislation considering she will not give me any kind of access to him and I haven't seen him since they left?

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  • Kimi31
    Kimi31 Posts: 68 Forumite
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    Yes under REMO it is enforceable I believe


  • ZaSa1418
    ZaSa1418 Posts: 651 Forumite
    500 Posts Third Anniversary Name Dropper
    I imagine it would be enforceable because child maintenance is not based on a pay per view. I suggest you speak to a solicitor about this and also contact with your son. 
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