NDM7021 - Debate on Members’ Legislative Proposal

Tabled on 21/03/2019 | For debate on 03/04/2019

To propose that the National Assembly for Wales:

1. Notes a proposal for a bill to reform and improve support for child victims of sexual abuse in Wales.

2. Notes that the purpose of this bill would be to:

a) introduce the Barnahus Model of therapeutic led support for victims;

b) work with police to use the Barnahus Model of investigation in all cases of child sexual abuse; and

c) introduce statutory changes to improve emergency and temporary accommodation for abused children who cannot return to their home or are homeless.

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