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The change is being considered as part of fresh proposals that will get more of the money that is owed to the children of separated parents.

The Child Maintenance Service (CMS) collected or arranged £1 billion in child maintenance payments last year,...

Having a picnic is one of the great joys of a British summer, and with National Picnic Month in July, it's the perfect time to plan some trips with family and friends to make the most of the sunshine. Getting outside is great for our mental and physical health, and dining in the great outdoors can make it even more fun for everyone.

If you're looking to do...

· Citroën UK research finds hybrid and electric vehicles are most effective at getting children to sleep.

· 44% of parents say they have taken short car journeys specifically to send their children off to sleep.

· Comfortable cabin temperature, a comfortable child seat and a smooth ride are among the most important factors that help a child sleep in a car.

· Citroën...

ZSL London Zoo will open a landmark new exhibit this summer, as its iconic former Snowdon Aviary becomes a soaring new walk-through home for the Zoo’s troop of black and white colobus monkeys - and the centre-piece of its new Monkey Valley attraction.

From Monday 15 August,...

This summer, Imperial War Museums (IWM) invites visitors to enjoy a range of free family activities full of stories to inspire. Visitors can uncover the secrets of camouflage with Camouflage, Dazzle and Disguise, a brand-new season of activity at IWM London and IWM North packed with trails, crafts and performances. Families are also invited to speak to eyewitnesses to conflict and travel back...

New research from The Family Vacation Guide reveals the top 10 safest holiday destinations for families with kids by looking at a range of variables such as overall safety, family-friendly accommodations, child-friendly restaurants and family activities.

You can view the full research here .

You could be forgiven for thinking that such has been the resurgence of family travel, there is nothing left for the school summer holidays, and that prices have gone through the roof. Not so!

Here are some great deals from Lovat Holiday Parks and what’s more you can avoid the chaos at UK airports and the mountains of suitcases!

National Picnic Week (18th-26th June) is approaching and, to celebrate, the eco-friendly boat company GoBoat is offering guests 15% off bookings across all UK locations when they bring along their favourite teddy bear for the ride.

Guests sailing from the 18th-26th June are encouraged to bring their hampers and baskets...

Campaigners welcome scheme extension, but say funds could run out fast

The Government’s Family Mediation Voucher Scheme has been extended, but campaigners say the funds could run out ‘far sooner than predicted’.

As part of the scheme, couples who decide to split up can access up to £500 which can be used to fund mediation to discuss children matters using mediation providers...

• Over 8 million households will receive the first of two cost of living instalments totalling £650 from 14 July 2022, part of the £1,200 support package this year
• Initial automatic instalment for means-tested benefit claimants will be £326, with the rest to follow in a
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