Decision

To approve the mutual exchange between xx, secure tenant of Arun District Council at xx Southcourt Close, Rustington, and xx, assured tenant of The Guinness Partnership at xx Owens Close, Romford.

Reasons for the decision

Both tenants applied for a mutual exchange and provided reasons relating to the need for family support. xx advised that she wished to move closer to family as she had no support locally. xx advised that both parties required support from their families. The application was considered and approved in accordance with the Council's mutual exchange procedures.

Alternative options considered

Refusing the exchange was considered but rejected as there was no information within the application to indicate grounds for refusal and the exchange was considered to meet the needs of both tenants.