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CHAPTER 4

THE WAY AHEAD

It is suggested that the issues and options outlined above ought to be debated thoroughly before any particular direction is taken. Based on the outcome of such discussions legislation in respect of family violence will be proposed. The comments of all parties who feel that they have an interest in this topic or who may be affected by the type of measures discussed in this paper are therefore of vital importance to the Commission. All respondents are invited to indicate whether there are any other issues and\or options that they feel should be explored. All the relevant role players, organisations and institutions that are likely to be affected by possible legislation should participate in this debate.

To facilitate a focused debate, respondents are requested to formulate concise submissions with the following questions in mind:

• Is there a need for the revision of the Prevention of Family Violence Act, 1993?
• in what way should the Act be amended?
• will amendment of the Act be able to address all issues concerning family violence and, if not, what other measures should be provided for?
• is there a need to address violence against women more specifically and, if so, what should the point of departure be?

The Minister of Justice has recently indicated that the matter is regarded as one of some urgency. Interested parties are accordingly requested to consider this paper and to respond before 15 August 1996.