ABSTRACT
Whilst it cannot be denied that it is appropriate to deduct from the total
child support payable where the non-resident parent shares some of the
caring role, the fractions are less than simplistic. The additional
reduction where the non-resident parent has care of the child for half
the year (or more) adds extra complications to the calculations. As these
reductions can be based on anticipated care, there is scope for
underpayment and a resultant claw back of missing child support.
