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Women are still disadvantaged in many areas of their lives, as the minister pointed out. They earn less than men and they are more likely to live in poverty.
There can be no doubt that the involvement of grandparents is very positive in the lives of children, particularly the lives of children who become vulnerable after a relationship breaks down.
However, although that is not the intention behind the bill, the bill nevertheless recognises that people's lives can be blighted by inconsiderate behaviour.