Violence against Women and Girls 2023-03-08
2023-03-08
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Q1
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The question arises from the ongoing issue of violence against women and girls, a national concern.
What recent steps have been taken with Cabinet colleagues to help end violence against women and girls?
Tackling violence against women and girls is a Government priority. Added it to the strategic policing requirement, launched a £36 million domestic abuse perpetrator intervention fund, and training for NHS to improve all-systems process.
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Did not specify timeline or concrete commitments beyond general initiatives already in place.
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Q2
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The question relates to the increased risk of domestic abuse during national lockdowns due to the pandemic.
What progress has been made in supporting frontline services dealing with violence against women and girls, especially after an increase in cases reported by police and support services?
Northumbria police and crime commissioner has received £3.7 million from safer streets fund rounds, including £750,000 for transport and therapy interventions; training for NHS to improve all-systems process.
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No specific commitment or timeline was provided for future support measures beyond current funding allocations.
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Q3
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The question reflects concerns about safety for young women, particularly in urban areas.
What practical efforts can the Government make to ensure that young women feel safe on the streets of major cities?
Lincolnshire police and crime commissioner has received £1.3 million from safer streets fund rounds, including extra CCTV and police training to respond to VAWG; Prime Minister shares concerns about daughter's safety.
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No specific commitment or timeline was provided for future support measures beyond current funding allocations.
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Q4
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The question addresses the plight of Afghan women entering the UK illegally, facing trafficking and abuse.
Does the Minister agree that all vulnerable women must be safe from crimes such as trafficking and prostitution under the Government's new Bill?
Engaging with stakeholder groups to ensure every woman is safe; issue being considered. Government extremely strong on making sure vulnerable women are safe wherever they come from.
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No specific commitment or timeline was provided for future support measures beyond general assurance of safety.
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Q5
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The question highlights the lack of awareness, education, and prevention regarding gender-based harassment in educational settings.
What is being done to resource schools to raise awareness and challenge behaviours that lead to abuse?
Range of work and training going on within schools; Ask for ANI scheme in pharmacies, Enough social media campaign cutting through. Government committed to assisting young people understand what is acceptable.
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No specific commitment or timeline was provided for future support measures beyond current initiatives.
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