Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Karen Bradley and Jim Cunningham

Monday 5th January 2015 Commons Chamber

[Mr Jim Cunningham (Coventry South) (Lab)]

T3. A recent study by the university of Bedfordshire and Victim Support found that one third of 11 to 17-year-olds have suffered physical violence in the past year. Will the Minister make it a priority to ensure that young people are taught how to report crimes and are fully supported throughout the process?

[The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Home Department (Karen Bradley)]

The hon. Gentleman raises an important point. Abuse is not acceptable and victims of abuse need to know where to get the support they need. The Government are committed to ensuring that that is the case.