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At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses concerns and clarifications regarding clause 11 of a proposed legislation and its scope in relation to domestic abuse and conversion therapy. The statement discusses new legislation aimed at addressing intimate image abuse by creating a suite of offences under the Sexual Offences Act 2003.
Action Requested
No specific action is requested; the MP provides clarification on how clause 11 may be interpreted and applied in various contexts, emphasizing that it primarily targets direct incitement rather than indirect encouragement.
Key Facts
- The offence does not extend to Scotland.
- Clause 11(1) can apply to domestic abuse cases if they occur within an intimate or former relationship context.
- Conversion therapy could fall under the ambit of clause 11.
- Subsection (1)(b) refers to acts intended to encourage self-harm.
- The new offences include taking or recording an intimate photograph or film without consent.
- Two offences related to installing equipment for taking or recording such images are also introduced.
- The base offence carries a maximum sentence of six months, while more serious offences carry up to two years.
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