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Who pays maintenance for the children ?
If the children are living with you then your partner should pay to help you look after them.
If your partner is not paying any money for the children then you can apply to the CSA (Child Support Agency). They are the government agency responsible for collecting money for you from your partner, to help you look after your children.
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