I welcome Part 15 concerning domestic violence. This takes into account the provisions of the Civil Partnership and Certain Rights and Obligations of Cohabitants Act. Abuse is not confined to opposite sex relationships. It is important to place this measure on a statutory footing. One of the sections of society most vulnerable to domestic abuse is women who have children by men to whom they were not married and with whom they never lived. I welcome the provisions proposed in this Bill. The Minister spoke of more comprehensive legislation to bring together all aspects in this area into one Bill. I look forward to it.

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