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THERE is “clear evidence” that unlawful restrictions are being imposed on legal aid for women bringing domestic violence proceedings to court, a charity claimed yesterday.
The allegation was made by campaign group Rights of Women (RoW), which is launching a High Court action seeking clarification of the law on the issue.
RoW is challenging the 2012 civil legal aid procedure regulations on the grounds that they impose restrictions which breach the European Convention on Human Rights.
Women’s fight against violence and legal erosion is central to building a democratic and just Iraq, says Dr SALMA SAADAWI
As the world marks International Women’s Day, African women warn that wars, mineral grabs and militarism are drowning out promises of peace. Human rights defender MARIE-CLAIRE FARAY explains
Legal frameworks designed to safeguard women are too often weaponised against them, reinforcing male power and entrenching injustice. The FiLiA Ending MVAWG Team highlight some of the issues