Is creating a new offence the best way to tackle domestic violence?

I tend to agree with those who don't think this is a good move. There are a lot of laws already in place, I'm not sure one more will make any positive difference. It could just become one more law about domestic violence to be ignored or improperly implemented.
Also, I'm not convinced that victims of partners who display coercive and controlling behaviour will be any more likely to come forward and report this behaviour to the police, just because there is a new law.

The best that can be said for this is that it is raising the issue of domestic violence and getting it discussed. I'm not sure it will help prevent it though.

by VerityG

Im in two minds. 'Coercive and controlling behaviour' should definitely be reprimanded, but creating a new law about it won't achieve anything. The aws we currently have just need to be enforced better.

by Bryony Harrison

I say bring-it-on!

Having lived with Domestic Violence, it sure could not do any harm....in my opinion.

by jonaja