Should I expect him to contribute financially for his children?

[AlwaysTheMummy]

My husband and I split up at the beginning of the year, the split started well, we remained friends and he helped out a lot with regards to the children, but I think it was under the pretense that he thought we were getting back together, since I made it clear that I did not want to try again we haven't heard from him, it's been near enough 2 months.

I found a fulltime job and along with tax credits I am probably bringing in twice as much as him and for a long while he hasn't been providing financially for his children, it isn't bothering me as I earn enough to buy treats and pay the bills but it was just talking to family that made me realise, should he be providing regardless of what I earn?

Just wanting views and opinions really.

Thank you xx

Yes he absolutly should, especially if he cant even be arsed to spend any time with them !

yes he should they are still his responsibilty whether he decides to see them or not.

Well done for keeping it all going and providing for your family.
Just because you are doing an excellent job does not let him off the hook. He has a legal requirement to contribute.

I am a single parent and have a 4 year old DD. I earn more than my ex but have asked the CSA to calculate the maintenance I am due.

There is now no need for us to discuss maintenance as I receive what I am due for my DD.

If your ex has a job then the CSA will ensure you receive payment and if he won't pay voluntarily they can get the employer to deduct the maintenance from his salary.

Even if you don't need the money now you could save it up for your children's future.