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hi,
do social services know about her drug habit? this could easily go down the route where the childs needs are neglected, so the mother can spend more money on drugs. if this went through court, would not look good at all for her lol. is the mother not able to work? i thought if their claiming stuff like universal credit, then they have to work 16 hours a week minimum or lose benefits.
I would speak to social services again - they may not be able to do anything directly, but they might be prepared to back up an application to have your son live with you permanently, and once that's done, you are no longer required to pay any maintenance at all to your ex (if you chose to help her out, that's up to you). It does seem that it would be best for your son to have the certainty that he's living with you in a safe environment.
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