Chapter 532

In short

This law is about Malta's decision to ratify the Council of Europe Convention on preventing and combating violence against women and domestic violence.

What it regulates

• The ratification of the Council of Europe Convention.
• Prevention of violence against women.
• Combating violence against women.
• Addressing domestic violence.

Who it concerns

• Malta, as the ratifying state.
• Individuals affected by violence against women and domestic violence.

Key points

• The Act was passed on 17th June, 2014.
• It was Act XIX of 2014.
• This Act has been repealed by Act XIII of 2018.