Source · Select Committees · Women and Equalities Committee
Recommendation 30
30
Accepted
FGM Protection Order usage remains low despite their effectiveness and high risk of FGM.
Conclusion
FGM Protection Orders (FGMPOs) can be an effective way of supporting FGM survivors and preventing FGM. Although the data on FGM protection orders is incomplete, the number of FGMPOs appears low, especially when compared to estimations of the number of girls at risk of FGM in the UK. (Conclusion, Paragraph 88)
Government Response Summary
Acknowledging FGM Protection Orders (FGMPOs) as a vital tool, the government commits to working with the Department for Education and other departments to ensure these orders are well understood and promoted to victims.
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government
Accepted
Response: FGM Protection Orders (FGMPOs) are a vital tool to support the prevention of FGM and the protection of victims. Data on FGM Protection Orders is published quarterly by the Ministry of Justice, as part of the Family Justice Quarterly statistics series. The Home Office publishes multi-agency statutory guidance on FGM for professionals, including teachers, which includes information on these orders. We will work with the Department for Education and other Government departments to ensure these orders are well understood and promoted so victims can get the protections they need as soon as possible.