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Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Hilton Dawson (Labour), on Monday, 1 March 1999, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 16 members in total.

LAW ON REASONABLE CHASTISEMENT

That this House recognises that children should have the same protection under the law on assault as adults; considers that there should be no place for the concept of reasonable chastisement and recommends that the Government promote positive non-violent forms of discipline for all children everywhere; firmly believes that such policies would enhance child protection, support families and help to tackle violence and crime; and is confident that these proposals would not criminalise parents over minor incidents but rather would in time assist the development of a more caring, considerate, responsible and disciplined society.

Amendments

The Early day motion has received an amendment.

LAW ON REASONABLE CHASTISEMENT (373A1)
The Early day motion has received an amendment sponsored by David Hinchliffe (primary, Labour) and tabled on Tuesday, 2 March 1999. It has been signed by 4 members in total.
after 'protection', insert 'where professionals often face severe difficulties distinguishing the physical consequences of reasonable chastisement from those as a result of ill treatment or abuse,'.

Secondary information

Type
Early day motion
Reference
373 
373A1 
Session
1998-99
Subjects
Children Discipline Corporal punishment Parents
Link
View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk