MPs debate stalking laws

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Mr Elfyn Llywd opened the debate. Co-sponsors, Mrs Cheryl Gillian and Sandra Osborne spoke early in the debate.

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Text of the motion

The question put and agreed to. Resolved.

That this House notes that 25 November 2013 will mark the first anniversary of the new laws on stalking coming into force; is concerned at the lack of progress made on training of criminal justice professionals in the new laws, particularly in the police and the Crown Prosecution Service; and recognises the impact this is having on the confidence and wellbeing of victims of stalking.

How the subject was selected

The subject for this debate was determined by the Backbench Business Committee following representations by Mr Elfyn Llywd and Mrs Cheryl Gillan for this debate at its public meeting on 05 November.

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Backbench Business Committee

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