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R v Noor: a landmark case in female genital mutilation prosecution
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The landmark case of R v Noor (2024), which resulted in a conviction under the Female Genital Mutilation Act 2003, marks a critical juncture in the legal landscape of female genital mutilation prosecution in the UK. This was the first time that a conviction for assisting female genital mutilation outside the UK has taken place; the first conviction was the case of R v N (2019) (Courts and Tribunals Judiciary, 2019). This case underscores the vital role of midwives in identifying, reporting and providing care for victims of female genital mutilation, as well as their potential involvement in legal processes. It also highlights the complexities of female genital mutilation as a socio-cultural, legal and medical issue, emphasising the importance of midwifery practice in safeguarding women and girls. This case serves as a call to action for midwives to enhance their awareness, education and collaborative efforts with legal authorities to protect vulnerable individuals from female genital mutilation.
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