A father felt he shouldn't have to buy his children's school uniforms as he already gave £400 to his ex each month.

He said his former partner had sent him "a long list" of essentials their twins needed in preparation for starting school in September.

However he felt the cash he already contributed should be used to cover this expense.

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Taking to Mumsnet to share his dilemma, the dad said: "Ex wants me to pay for kids’ school uniform.

" We are separated and have twins who are starting school this September.

"I pay her child care each month (£400). She’s sent me a long list of uniform they need for school.

"Am I right in thinking the child support I pay should go on this?

"She has a kid by someone else t

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