Government says no decision taken on corporal punishment in homes
Vanassa McKenzie / Our Today
The Andrew Holness administration says it has not made any decision regarding a ban on corporal punishment in homes.
This statement comes in response to recent remarks from Justice Minister Delroy Chuck indicating plans to outlaw all forms of corporal punishment, including within households.
However, the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), in a statement on Monday (May 27), asserted that no such decision has been made on the matter.
“The administration takes the opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to eliminating violence in our society, particularly against our children. The administration respects and acknowledges the importance of engaging with a wide cross-section of stakeholders, including families and our churches, on issues concerning efforts to stem violence against children,” OPM stated.
Education Minister Fayval Williams says while Cabinet has not taken a decision to ban corporal punishment, the government remains committed to finding effective solutions to the issue of violence against children.
She said through the National Parenting Support Commission training programmes, her ministry is working diligently with parents and communities to promote positive parenting practices.
A National Commission on Violence Prevention has also been established to conduct a multi-dimensional examination of societal violence to ensure all voices in society can be heard.
The government says it looks forward to receiving the report from the commission, which will be a key driver of national conversation.
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