Policy and strategy Ending physical punishment in Wales: professional perspectives Professionals give their views on the use of physical punishment in the home. Part of: Ending physical punishment in Wales and Children’s rights First published: 4 March 2022 Last updated: 26 May 2022 Contents Headteacher Paediatrician Educational and child psychologist (1) Educational and child psychologist (2) Headteacher: thoughts on the use of physical punishment Paediatrician: thoughts on the use of physical punishment Educational and child psychologist: thoughts on the use of physical punishment Educational and child psychologist: alternatives to physical punishment