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- James Stephen, a 15-year-old from the UK, suffered severe abuse from his girlfriend, prompting calls to change domestic abuse laws to protect younger victims.
- Currently, the law recognizes only victims aged 16 and over.
- A Youth Endowment Fund survey found that nearly half of children aged 13 to 17 in relationships experience violent behavior.
- The government has pledged over £20 million to combat violence in teenage relationships through various initiatives.
