Sim Ann on arrestability in domestic violence cases

The government takes violence in intimate relationships seriously, but seriousness should not be conflated with arrestability, said Second Minister for Home Affairs Sim Ann. She explained why the government's approach embodies a strong stance against domestic violence, while accounting for the fact that such violence can vary in form and severity. The appropriate response depends on the circumstances of each case, she said, and the police already make arrests where there are grounds to do so. Ms Sim was replying to an MP's questions in parliament on Wednesday (Oct 7).