The new bill in parliament will make it a criminal offense to falsely accuse police officers, aiming to combat baseless complaints that damage law enforcement morale. With 97% of complaints to the police complaints authority proving unsubstantiated, the bill seeks to protect officers and ensure operational readiness by deterring slanderous claims.
The Global Initiative to End Violence Against Women aims to combat the pervasive issue of violence against women, with nearly one in three women worldwide having experienced physical or sexual violence. The initiative calls for robust legal protections, comprehensive data, and a unified effort to address this global problem, highlighting the need for enhanced legislative action, improved gathering of statistical data, and the inclusion of gender considerations in all matters affecting women’s lives.
