<p>The Defence of Reasonable Chastisement</p>

Part of 2. 2. Questions to the Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Children – in the Senedd at 2:20 pm on 22 June 2016.

Alert me about debates like this

Photo of Carl Sargeant Carl Sargeant Labour 2:20, 22 June 2016

I thank the Member for his question. The First Minister has announced our intention to bring forward legislation to remove the defence of ‘reasonable punishment’, which will confirm our long-standing commitment to children’s rights. Discussions will take place with the opposition and the proposed legislation will be subject to the legislative process, including consultation with parents and stakeholders.