New domestic abuse law 'could change Scotland'
LAURA DODSWORTH
A bill to criminalise psychological domestic abuse is has been passed, with some campaigners saying it "could change Scotland forever".
The Domestic Abuse bill, which has wide backing, creates a specific offence of "abusive behaviour in relation to a partner or ex-partner".
This includes psychological abuse such as coercive and controlling behaviour as well as violence.
Critics claimed it could be difficult to gather sufficient evidence.
However MSPs voted by 118 to one to pass the legislation, with every member speaking in favour during the final debate.
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