Lord Freud: The underoccupancy measure does apply to
separated parents who have shared care arrangements in both the private and
social rented sectors. Blanket exemptions are not the most effective or
affordable approach to targeting resources. We have however made sure that
those likely to be affected will be able to get the support and advice that
they need. There are a number of options available to those affected including,
for those that already undertake some work, increasing their hours, or
alternatively finding work.
