Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 6:00 pm on 22 November 2016.
A really important contribution by the Member, and I thank her for that. This isn’t a women’s issue—this is our issue. This is about things that we should all be shouting from the rooftops—that it’s unacceptable. For far too long, people have been afraid to say things out of turn. It’s been the hidden crime, but it’s not any longer. Fifteen years ago, we would never have had a debate in the Chamber like this. We would never have had a Women’s Institute event in the Senedd talking about these very issues that touch each and every one of our communities. It’s not class distinct—this could happen anywhere to anybody. It’s about time that we, collectively, did something about it. So, I thank the Member for her contribution. You’re absolutely right: we need some male champions around this. Don’t be afraid to stand up and be counted. I, again, recognise that there are many people in this Chamber—many male colleagues in this Chamber—who are championing the cause too.