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It would be worthwhile for the Administration to
analyze the different types of spouse-battering cases so as to adopt a "rifle-type" approach in seeking out groups who could benefit through some form of group counselling or civic education against spouse battering.
The obtaining of an injunction with the power of arrest attached is an additional means of protecting the battered spouse, but it is only temporary in nature pending a decision by the parties concerned whether to be reconciled, or
The Administration could be permanently separated or divorced. explore the idea of mutual aid committees taking a more active interest in promoting reconciliation in family dispute cases.
Furthermore, I would hope that in cases where there appears to be a need to require the offending spouse to seek counselling treatment, the Court should be empowered to so require.
As regards abused children, it would appear that a more coordinated effort is required to reach out to child
For example, abusers, most of whom are mothers of the victims. nurses in maternity and children health centres, and workers in youth centres and other centres where youth congregate should
Action could then be on the look-out for cases of child abuse.
be taken by visits to the parents concerned and giving advice, counselling, or taking whatever appropriate action which may be required.
As the technical aspects and many other aspects of the Bill have been covered by my colleagues, I do not propose to be repetitive on this matter.
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Sir, I support the Bill.