Douglas MHK Ann Corlett welcomes move
Making domestic abuse a specific criminal offence - that is soon to become law on the Isle of Man.
Currently, a bill has passed through both branches of Tynwald and must now get royal ascent.
Rhian Evans asked Douglas Central MHK Ann Corlett why this hasn't been done before:
Douglas man charged with 'a number of serious offences' after Cornaa Beach incident
Police confirm Taylor Murphy has been charged with 'attempted murder, two counts of robbery, burglary and other acquisitive crimes'
Internal review to be carried out into police handling of serious incident
Justice and Home Affairs Minister confirms next steps in light of 'public concern'
Residents 'feel let down' by police communication
Concerns raised at public meeting held at Dhoon Church Hall
Waiting time for car or bike tests between five and six weeks
UK average currently 22 weeks in what marks record high