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Legislation will break down barriers
Research published last week identifies the barriers lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people can face accessing support for experiences of domestic abuse, stalking, harassment and sexual violence
The research comes ahead of new legislation the Welsh Government plan to introduce later this month which will seek to end violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence including lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people through the introduction of new supporting policy.
Minister for Local Government and Government Business, Lesley Griffiths AM, said:
“Regardless of their gender or sexuality, everyone should feel they can access free and confidential support if they are they are experiencing domestic abuse, harassment or sexual violence.
“While the research published today identifies some examples of promising practice underway in Wales, there is more we and service providers can and must do tackle this crime and to promote the support services available to all victims.
“The Bill I will be introducing later this month aims to end all instances of violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence and is crucial for everyone in Wales.”
