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Consultation Response: Scotland’s Domestic Abuse Bill

‘The Scottish Women’s Rights Centre supports the creation of a new offence of abusive behaviour that encompasses both physical and non-physical abuse. We believe that this is a necessary and important step forward in shaping Scotland’s response to domestic abuse, and one that – if implemented and resourced effectively – could improve women’s access to justice.’

Read our full response to the Justice Committee’s call for evidence on the Domestic Abuse Bill by downloading it here.