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Should smacking children be banned?
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October 14, 2025
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4:50Now PlayingCampaigners have signed an open letter calling for the prime minister to ban smacking children in England.
The letter follows calls from health experts and children's charities for a UK-wide ban.
Smacking is already prohibited in Wales and Scotland, but in England, the Children's Act allows for the practice in cases where it is "reasonable punishment".
#nspcc #childabuseawareness #uknews
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