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Domestic Abuse: Young People

Asked by Nadia WhittomeLabourHome OfficeTabled Answered 13 January 2025UIN 21711

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps she is taking to protect teenagers from violence and abuse in relationships.

Answered by Jess Phillips

This Government is considering a wide range of actions to address teenage relationship violence and abuse, including assessing whether any changes to the law are needed and supporting our education system to teach children about respectful and healthy relationships and consent.

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