A bit of an anomaly.
That's how Social Care Minister Chris Robertshaw has described the position over lone parent support.
His department wants to change the law so a single parent would only receive income support until their child reaches the age of 12, rather than 16 as is currently the case.
Whilst accepting the vast majority of the 500 plus sole parents are doing their best to work, he believes a change to the system would be beneficial for the parent.
Teresa Cope 'an extraordinarily dedicated public servant' who wasn't pushed out of job, says Manx Care chair
Wendy Reid discusses circumstances around CEO's departure
Ramsey Minor Injuries Unit to reopen next week
Manx Care says urgent treatment and diagnostic support will return to Ramsey Cottage Hospital
Local pharmacist believes gap to GP's is "narrowing"
However, he says in-store professionals wont replace a doctor
Young farmer hopes to shine light on mental health
Thomase Cleator says isolation can have a big impact, especially amid ongoing industry challenges
Manx Care: Hospital pressures beginning to ease after OPEL 4 escalation
Elective procedures continue as services move back to OPEL 3 following "exceptional demand"