After a 10 year delay, an international treaty to combat violence against women has been integrated into UK law.
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It is hoped joining the Istanbul convention will force the UK to do more in terms of tackling domestic abuse, rape, female genital mutilation and forced marriage.
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Washington
Grade: C
Number of Women and Girls At Risk: 25,000
Status: Existing Legislation Needs Strengthening
Improve by adding: Prosecuting parents/guardian, felony offense