Benefits with a challenging ex

[MrDad]

Hi there guys thanks for listening.

I have recently separated from my ex and we have two young children. We do 50-50 custody so they are with us both 3.5 days a week. All of their expenses such as childcare, clubs etc are split down the middle between the two of us.

I spoke to Citizens advice about benefits and they told me that in a situation such as ours what would generally happen is one parent claims Universal Credit for one child and one for the other so you each get your share.

I have found out my ex is claiming for both and looks like she probably wont be sharing. Does anyone have any advice on this situation?

Thank you so much

[Lulublue]

I would speak to her and let her know what you’ve been told. It’s completely fair and she really shouldn’t have a problem with it, as your childcare, contact and clubs are split down the middle.
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[MrDad]

Sadly communicating with her is not an option due to her poor behaviour and volatility so I was wondering what my options were without needing to rely on her thinking clearly

[Lulublue]

If that’s the case, then I’d apply for universal credit and explain the situation when applying. They should sort it out for you

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