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Recommendation
7th Report - Female genital mutilation
Deferred
It is a matter of serious concern that evidence given to us and available data indicate both that FGM is taking place in the UK and that UK citizens or residents are being taken abroad to undergo FGM. The Government must allocate sufficient resources to tackle this form of gender-based …
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It is a matter of serious concern that evidence given to us and available data indicate both that FGM is taking place in the UK and that UK citizens or residents are being taken abroad to undergo FGM. The Government must allocate sufficient resources to tackle this form of gender-based violence and, in most circumstances, violent child abuse. While the UK Government has taken steps to prevent and address FGM, variations in funding on tackling FGM over recent years risk the consistency and long-term impact of this work. (Conclusion, Paragraph 58)
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Government response AI summary
The government defers committing to the allocation of sufficient resources beyond March 2026, stating it is unable to comment on future spending. It refers to an FGM-focused campaign and ongoing funding for national helplines as part of its efforts to tackle FGM.
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Government Equalities Office
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Recommendation
7th Report - Female genital mutilation
Deferred
Given the ongoing risk of FGM in the UK, we recommend the Home Office restore funding to previous levels—we recommend an annual spend of at least £2 million—and commit to sustained funding for initiatives aimed at preventing and tackling FGM. Targeted support should be provided to local authorities with higher …
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Given the ongoing risk of FGM in the UK, we recommend the Home Office restore funding to previous levels—we recommend an annual spend of at least £2 million—and commit to sustained funding for initiatives aimed at preventing and tackling FGM. Targeted support should be provided to local authorities with higher levels of FGM prevalence to ensure they can respond effectively to local needs. Funding should also continue to be allocated to public awareness campaigns and to services which play a key role in prevention and support, including by reinstating funding to the NSPCC FGM helpline. (Recommendation, Paragraph 60)
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Government response AI summary
The government states it is unable to comment on spending beyond March 2026, thus deferring a commitment to sustained funding. It mentions an FGM-focused campaign and funding for other helplines, but does not commit to restoring funding to previous levels (at least £2 million annually) …
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Government Equalities Office