Violence Against Women and Girls (Men’s Role in Eradication)

Part of the debate – in the Scottish Parliament am ar 30 Tachwedd 2022.

Danfonwch hysbysiad imi am ddadleuon fel hyn

Photo of Rachael Hamilton Rachael Hamilton Ceidwadwyr

The Government motion is very worthy, and I agree with every word of it. On Monday, I visited Border Women’s Aid, which I commend for supporting hundreds of victims of domestic abuse across the Scottish Borders. I hope that it will continue to receive funding beyond 2024 so that it can continue to provide its essential services. I also hope that the debate encourages more men to prevent abuse and violence against women and girls. Many members have mentioned that issue, especially our male colleagues across the chamber.

Today, I will focus my remarks on Pam Gosal’s amendment because, although the Government’s words are commendable, it is action that is more important, and the actions that the Government has taken so far in relation to the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill are, in my opinion, not good enough.