New laws promised by DHA
An MLC says the Island is way behind other jurisdictions on legislation surrounding domestic abuse.
In Tynwald yesterday (Tues 17), Home Affairs Minister Bill Malarkey confirmed there'll be a public consultation on two new bills relating to domestic violence.
It follows the campaigns of local charity Safe Strong Secure, pushing for changes to the law on the Island.
And Kate Lord Brennan says it's not before time:
Crash which closed the Mountain Road ahead of racing 'not too serious'
Police give update after incident at Brandywell delays TT schedule
TT campers in 'high spirits' despite rain affecting race week
'Costa del Ballaugh' one week, mud the next
Delay to TT schedule following Mountain Road crash
Clerk of the Course confirms one-hour delay
Influencers told 'get your facts right' about Island's speed limits
Police warn of misinformation being spread on social media
Increase in number of patients transferred to UK
But Manx Care CEO says relationship with off-Island trauma centres has worked well
