People in Samoa will soon have the chance to give their views on the setting up of a family court.
A bill to establish a court where all family matters will be handled has been through its second reading in parliament.
During the debate the Minister of Justice, Fiame Naomi Mata'afa, expressed concern over the delay in establishing the court.
The opposition MP, Lealailepule Rimoni Aiafi, pointed out the court's importance for dealing with issues like the increase in the number of children selling goods in the town area.
The bill has been referred to a parliamentary committee and public consultation before going back to the house for its final reading.
