One year on: the impact of the Forced Marriage (Cvil Protection) Act 2007 in its first year of operation

This Policy Paper examines the impact of the Forced Marraige (Civil Protection) Act 2007 (FMA) has had during its first year and outlines any gaps in provision which need to be addressed to support its full implication. The Paper sets out the available figures on use of the Act in this first year, and adds to the statistical data by presenting the views of those involved in the operation of the provisions of the Act ito issue and implement protective orders. If you require further information on this paper please e-mail the Forced Marriage Inbox or Jan Salihi , telephone 020 3334 3109.