Proceeding contribution from Joan Humble (Labour) in the House of Commons on Monday, 19 June 2006. It occurred during Debate on bill on Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Bill [HL].

Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Bill [Lords]

Is the hon. Lady aware that sometimes the problem with regard to vulnerable adults and elderly people is that they are reluctant to report abuse, especially if the abuser is a member of their family or a neighbour, but even if it has taken place in an institutional setting? We cannot legislate to force them to report an abuser, so how would she ensure that people being abused feel confident enough to come forward so that they can be part of the process and protected?

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Type: Proceeding contribution
Reference: 447 c1095
Session: 2005-06
Chamber / Committee: House of Commons chamber
Subjects: Disability Children Disclosure of information Criminal records Care homes Abuse Armed forces Employment Governing bodies Internet Protection Mental capacity Pornography Offences against children Migrant workers Standards Vetting Schools Vulnerable adults Training Sexual offences Independent Safeguarding Authority
Legislation: Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Bill (HL) 2005-06
Link: View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk

Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Bill [Lords]

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