Menu
22/07/2014
Govt Announces Funding To Protect Girls From FGM
The government is to launch new action and funding to protect millions of girls from female genital mutilation (FGM) and forced marriage.
The announcement will be made by Prime Minister David Cameron, International Development Secretary Justine Greening and Home Secretary Theresa May at the Girl Summit 2014.
The Girl Summit, hosted by the government and UNICEF, is aimed at mobilising domestic and international efforts to end FGM and child and forced marriage (CFM) within a generation. It will bring together domestic and international work to accelerate the work of campaigners, governments and charities around the world to bring an end to these practices.
Mr Cameron said: "All girls have the right to live free from violence and coercion, without being forced into marriage or the lifelong physical and psychological effects of female genital mutilation. Abhorrent practices like these, no matter how deeply rooted in societies, violate the rights of girls and women across the world, including here in the UK.
"I want to build a better future for all our girls and I am hosting the Girl Summit today so that we say with one voice – let's end these practices once and for all."
A new report out today from City University London in collaboration with Equality Now estimates that approximately 60,000 girls aged 0 to 14 years old were born in England and Wales to mothers who had undergone FGM. It estimates that approximately 103,000 women aged 15 to 49 and approximately 24,000 women aged 50 and over, who have migrated to England and Wales, are living with the consequences of FGM. In addition, approximately 10,000 girls aged under 15 who have migrated to England and Wales, are likely to have undergone FGM.
The event will be attended by more than 500 delegates from 50 countries, United Nations agencies, survivors, charities, community groups, faith leaders and front line professionals, to galvanise global efforts to end FGM and CFM within a generation.
(CD/JP)
The announcement will be made by Prime Minister David Cameron, International Development Secretary Justine Greening and Home Secretary Theresa May at the Girl Summit 2014.
The Girl Summit, hosted by the government and UNICEF, is aimed at mobilising domestic and international efforts to end FGM and child and forced marriage (CFM) within a generation. It will bring together domestic and international work to accelerate the work of campaigners, governments and charities around the world to bring an end to these practices.
Mr Cameron said: "All girls have the right to live free from violence and coercion, without being forced into marriage or the lifelong physical and psychological effects of female genital mutilation. Abhorrent practices like these, no matter how deeply rooted in societies, violate the rights of girls and women across the world, including here in the UK.
"I want to build a better future for all our girls and I am hosting the Girl Summit today so that we say with one voice – let's end these practices once and for all."
A new report out today from City University London in collaboration with Equality Now estimates that approximately 60,000 girls aged 0 to 14 years old were born in England and Wales to mothers who had undergone FGM. It estimates that approximately 103,000 women aged 15 to 49 and approximately 24,000 women aged 50 and over, who have migrated to England and Wales, are living with the consequences of FGM. In addition, approximately 10,000 girls aged under 15 who have migrated to England and Wales, are likely to have undergone FGM.
The event will be attended by more than 500 delegates from 50 countries, United Nations agencies, survivors, charities, community groups, faith leaders and front line professionals, to galvanise global efforts to end FGM and CFM within a generation.
(CD/JP)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
10 June 2013
January Trial Date For Actor Bill Roache
January 13 has been set as the trial date for Coronation Street actor Bill Roache. 81-year-old Roache faces 7 charges of historical sexual abuse, including two counts of rape against a 15-year-old and five counts of indecent assault against four girls aged between 11 and 16.
January Trial Date For Actor Bill Roache
January 13 has been set as the trial date for Coronation Street actor Bill Roache. 81-year-old Roache faces 7 charges of historical sexual abuse, including two counts of rape against a 15-year-old and five counts of indecent assault against four girls aged between 11 and 16.
23 May 2006
'Train' paedophile gang jailed
A gang of four paedophiles who posted graffiti messages on train toilet doors seeking young girls for sex have been jailed. Trevor Haddock, 55, from Worcester, Ian Jones, 43, from Worthing, John Farmer, 68, from Pevensey and Derek Moody, 43, from Newcastle, pleaded guilty to a range of sexual offences.
'Train' paedophile gang jailed
A gang of four paedophiles who posted graffiti messages on train toilet doors seeking young girls for sex have been jailed. Trevor Haddock, 55, from Worcester, Ian Jones, 43, from Worthing, John Farmer, 68, from Pevensey and Derek Moody, 43, from Newcastle, pleaded guilty to a range of sexual offences.
26 July 2010
Bodies Found in Hampshire House
Four bodies, including those of two young children, have been found in a house in Hampshire. The bodies of a man, a woman and two girls, aged one and two, are believed to have been found in the property in Provost Street, Fordingbridge by a relative shortly before 11:30am this morning.
Bodies Found in Hampshire House
Four bodies, including those of two young children, have been found in a house in Hampshire. The bodies of a man, a woman and two girls, aged one and two, are believed to have been found in the property in Provost Street, Fordingbridge by a relative shortly before 11:30am this morning.
25 April 2012
Bald Barbie's Spread Inspiration
Thousands of young girls who are suffering from the trauma of losing their hair are to be given an inspirational boost by a famous toymaker. Mattel, the maker of the Barbie doll has announced its plans to create a bald Barbie after an online petition was started to help young girls cope with the struggles of losing their hair at such a young age.
Bald Barbie's Spread Inspiration
Thousands of young girls who are suffering from the trauma of losing their hair are to be given an inspirational boost by a famous toymaker. Mattel, the maker of the Barbie doll has announced its plans to create a bald Barbie after an online petition was started to help young girls cope with the struggles of losing their hair at such a young age.
21 April 2008
Prescott Speaks Of Bulimia Pain
The former deputy Prime Minister John Prescott has revealed that he suffered from an eating disorder for two decades. Mr Prescott, 69, said that he suffered from bulimia nervosa from the 1980s when he was in Labour's shadow cabinet. He made the announcement in support of an NHS campaign to raise awareness of eating disorders.
Prescott Speaks Of Bulimia Pain
The former deputy Prime Minister John Prescott has revealed that he suffered from an eating disorder for two decades. Mr Prescott, 69, said that he suffered from bulimia nervosa from the 1980s when he was in Labour's shadow cabinet. He made the announcement in support of an NHS campaign to raise awareness of eating disorders.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:After a dry start this morning rain will spread from the northwest across all parts. This afternoon will be dull with some patchy rain and drizzle. Becoming much milder through the afternoon. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:A cloudy evening and night with a little light rain or drizzle, perhaps some clear periods developing along the east coast. A very mild night everywhere. Minimum temperature 10 °C.
