Clause 47 - Work-focused interviews for partners
Employment
5:00 pm
Mr Norman Lamb (North Norfolk, Liberal Democrat)
That is an extremely sound and sensible suggestion. The explanatory notes indicate that in some circumstances it may be appropriate to conduct the interview at the person's home, and that would be appropriate for carers in particular. I am worried about the description ''work-focused interview'', because the guidance that carers need may have nothing to do with getting into work; instead, they might need advice about access to things such as benefits. I will be grateful for the Minister's reassurance.