The Evening Times ran an article about figures in a new report showing that women from Lanarkshire experience higher-than-average rates of stillbirth and neonatal deaths than other parts of Scotland. The region recorded the second-highest rate in Scotland with 6.42 deaths per 1,000 births. However it is worth noting that the figure of 7,096 Lanarkshire resident […]
Stronger penalties for people sharing intimate images
Prosecuting people who share or threaten to share intimate images without consent will be easier under a new law which comes into force this month.
From 3 July, those convicted of the offence could face up to five years in prison under the Abusive Behaviour and Sexual Harm (Scotland) Act 2016.
A public information campaign will raise awareness of the new legislation to ensure people understand that this behaviour is criminal and the severe penalties that it now carries.
The bold campaign also aims to increase the understanding of the many forms the crime can take, including the act of sharing and the threat to share intimate images. Exploring the consequences for those who are affected to drive home how the crime is affecting lives.
To find out more visit www.notyourstoshare.scot #notyourstoshare
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