Thailand to amend domestic violence law amid rising abuse

[webfact]

Thailand is set to amend its anti-domestic violence law in response to rising concerns about household abuse. The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security is spearheading this revision, citing the increasing fragility of Thai society.

 

Minister Varawut Silpa-archa announced that a primary focus of the ministry’s recent monthly meeting was the amendment of the Victims of Domestic Violence Protection Act, BE 2550. This move stems from alarming data collected by the Human Security Emergency Management Centre (HuSEC).

 

HuSEC’s reports indicate that financial struggles, family disputes, and domestic violence consistently rank as the most reported issues each month. Varawut explained that the deteriorating economic situation, combined with other stressors, has led to a surge in violence affecting individuals of all ages, from toddlers to the elderly.

 

“The ministry is urgently pushing for this amendment to promote domestic stability.”

Varawut emphasised that the revised law aims to protect all family members, regardless of gender, and to support the creation of resilient households.

“A strong family unit can prevent a range of social issues. Addressing domestic violence effectively can help mitigate problems like juvenile delinquency, homelessness, and begging.”

 

The draft amendment has successfully passed a central hearing and is currently under review by an amendment committee. Varawut noted that the proposal is scheduled to be presented to the Cabinet in September and, if approved, will be published in the Royal Gazette thereafter.

 

The ministry’s initiative reflects a broader commitment to safeguarding vulnerable populations and ensuring a more stable and secure societal framework, reported Bangkok Post.

 

In June, Varawut intensified efforts to curb domestic violence, highlighting the issue as a major concern in recent months. Domestic violence constituted almost 70% of all reported violence cases this year.

 

Varawut announced the news following a meeting with senior ministry officials, that the Human Security Emergency Management Centre is ramping up its initiatives to safeguard citizens facing domestic challenges. This includes establishing a 24/7 rapid deployment task force to assist people nationwide.

 

by Bob Scott
Picture courtesy of iPleaders

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-08-06

 

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[JoePai]

So what is this amendment which aims to promote domestic stability ?

[brianthainess]

21 minutes ago, webfact said:

This includes establishing a 24/7 rapid deployment task force to assist people nationwide.

This was lauded months ago, and still it appears nothing has been 'Established'.

 The RTP should do their frigging job when it is reported, but they never seem to take any action, if there is no money in it for them, how many times do we read of these domestic abuse/violant cases where the victims need to go to either the press or charitable organizations to get the police to actually do something, even in child rape cases, it's as if the cops condone domestic abuse. Every cop shop should have community police to immediately act on reports. 

[brianthainess]

8 minutes ago, JoePai said:

So what is this amendment which aims to promote domestic stability ?

A 'new law' as if anybody here takes any notice of laws, the law already exists, but the cops let the public down on every turn.

[Tarteso]

 A Country with a poor Education System. 

[hotchilli]

3 hours ago, webfact said:

HuSEC’s reports indicate that financial struggles, family disputes, and domestic violence consistently rank as the most reported issues each month. Varawut explained that the deteriorating economic situation, combined with other stressors, has led to a surge in violence affecting individuals of all ages, from toddlers to the elderly.

After decades of under-performing governments, either elected or forced Thailand is showing the cracks.

[hotchilli]

It goes far deeper than education.

[NedR69]

Where's the beef?  I don't see any actions other than a news release.

[Gottfrid]

7 hours ago, webfact said:

citing the increasing fragility of Thai society

Nice that it only took them a 1000 years to get a grip on that.

[john donson]

only 100 years too late

 

but worthless as police cannot be disturbed for this anyway