POLL: Should the smacking of children be banned?
New legislation, which went out for consultation over the summer, would give children north of the border the same legal protection as adults.
However, in England parents will still be allowed to use “reasonable chastisement” without facing criminal charges as long as they don’t leave a mark, or cause bruising, swelling, cuts, grazes or scratches.
Now, we are asking readers whether they would support England joining Scotland in banning the smacking of children completely. You can cast your vote by clicking above.