Independent report
Independent review of the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) response to domestic abuse
An independent review to examine the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) policy and procedures around domestic abuse.
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The government commissioned an independent review that assessed the current framework of CMS operational policies and procedures that are intended to provide support and assistance to customers experiencing domestic abuse.
The government was keen for the review to incorporate consultation with survivors of abuse, as well as with stakeholders and specialist services, and to provide recommendations that may help CMS with regards to best practice in supporting its customers to set up a maintenance arrangement safely.
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Published 17 January 2023Last updated 3 February 2023 + show all updates
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Published an HTML version of the report.
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First published.