Leanneasaurus-Rex
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Leanneasaurus-Rex
@treeanne81
she/her Philadelphia Eagles. Space. Dinosaurs. Space Dinosaurs. Starward bound...




Adults can't hit other adults to punish bad behaviour but when it comes to children, astoundingly the law in England and Northern Ireland allows for 'reasonable punishment' - so children are less protected than adults! There is no justification for physically punishing children, and evidence of negative impact is overwhelming: damaging healthy development, and increasing their risk of experiencing mental health problems and emotional and behavioural difficulties. The law in England needs to catch up with Wales, Scotland and many other countries to uphold children’s rights and give them equal protection from assault. That's why I've signed an open letter to the Prime Minister calling for an end to the defence of 'reasonable punishment' in England. The letter, which I've endorsed alongside numerous charities, experts and professionals, is being handed in at Number 10 today. @NSPCC @UNICEF_uk nspcc.org.uk/support-us/cam…


















