Gov’t Proposes Tougher Gender-Based Violence Penalties

Responding proudly to a question raised by Opposition Leader Mark Golding about the timeline for an extensive review of the Domestic Violence Act, Gender Minister Olivia Grange affirmed that significant progress has been made with amendments to the legislation. In an update reported by Celine Campbell, the minister assured that a joint select committee of parliament will be established to scrutinize the proposed amendments. Minister Grange emphasized that stricter penalties await perpetrators, stating her intent during the House session that the Domestic Violence Act will be presented for tabling on Tuesday, December 12. Watch the report: