A new law is about to come into force which will in essence hold people accountable for not taking action when they are well aware of vulnerable people being abused. Anyone who is aware of the terrible domestic violence and child abuse figures in New Zealand will acknowledge that something more has to be done to protect the most vulnerable in our society. I think the time for talking is well passed and now some concrete action needs to occur.
The Law Commission has recommended what is being introduced by the Government. The following web page provides details www.stuff.co.nz/national/politics/4879519/Bill-may-extend-reporting-of-abuse-to-neighbours Also in this article issues have been raised by two groups about the implications of this law. Although their concerns are acknowledged it would be nice if some confidence was given to those who have to apply the law. We cannot continue to do nothing as the number of interventions per year for domestic violence and child abuse of nearly 100,000 is totally unacceptable in any society.
Crimestoppers provides a very easy way to raise concerns about domestic violence/child abuse without the person providing the information being seen as a "nosey parker". Some children would be still alive today if there had been a "nosey parker" to save them. The Crimestoppers number 0800 555 111 is a 24/7 line or the online encrypted message form of the website www.crimestoppers-nz.org can be used.
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