Children (Abolition of Defence of Reasonable Punishment) (Wales) Act 2020 (2020 anaw 3)
This legislation removes the defence of reasonable punishment in cases of battery or assault against children in Wales. It reflects a significant shift towards enhancing child protection and aligns with modern understanding of children's rights. By abolishing this defence, the Act ensures that physical punishment can no longer be legally justified, thereby providing children with the same legal safeguards against assault as adults. This legislative change underscores the commitment to ensuring a safe and supportive environment for children and aligns with global movements towards child rights protections.
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