Relationship difficulties

For relationship counselling in England and Wales, contact Relate, which can provide support face-to-face, by phone and online. Visit www.relate.org.uk to find your nearest branch or call 0845 456 1310.

In Scotland, contact Couple Counselling at www.couplecounselling.org or phone 0845 119 6088.

Divorce and separation

Citizens Advice Bureaus provide information on what to do when a relationship ends, including making arrangements about money and childcare. Visit www.adviceguide.org.uk, or check the phone book for your local office.

One Parent Families can also provide information for parents about looking after children when a relationship ends. Phone their Lone Parent Helpline on 0800 018 5026 or visit the one parent families helpdesk.

If you need advice from a solicitor who specialises in family law, Community Legal Service Direct can help you find a local legal adviser or solicitor. The service also provides free information, help and advice on a range of common issues. Call 0845 345 4 345 or visit www.clsdirect.org.uk.

If you are already separated or divorced and would like information about child support for your children, contact the Child Support Agency. They can:

• tell you how to apply for child maintenance, and
• work out your child maintenance and arrange to collect it for you.

You can find out more at www.csa.gov.uk or by phoning the Child Support Agency national helpline on 08457 133 133.