Baroness Hamwee
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(4 years, 8 months ago)
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Baroness Williams of Trafford
I think the one way the new Bill differs from the original Bill is that it introduces a statutory duty on tier 1 local authorities in England to provide support for victims of domestic abuse and their children in safe accommodation. The other thing that might help the right reverend Prelate is that statutory guidance will also reflect the effect on children.
Baroness Hamwee (LD)
My Lords, while I welcome the Bill, which was well overdue even before it was delayed by events, can the Minister tell the House when she anticipates that, assuming its smooth passage through Parliament, it will actually come into force?
Baroness Williams of Trafford
All things being equal, it should be in force this time next year.