§ 17. Julie MorganTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what recent discussions he has had with the Home Secretary about projects to combat domestic violence in Wales. [35123]
§ Mr. TouhigMy right hon. Friend the Secretary of State and I are in regular contact with colleagues about issues affecting Wales, including the need for measures to combat domestic violence and to protect its victims.
As part of our response, a new Ministerial Committee, Chaired by my right hon. Friend the Minister for Police, Courts and Drugs has been established to co-ordinate action across Government.
A number of important initiatives in Wales have been supported both by the Government and the National Assembly. Later this year, the Crime Reduction Unit for Wales will host two major conferences on domestic violence.