The family of Stacy Hunter has voiced skepticism regarding the Scottish government’s proposed legislation intended to combat misogyny. Following the murder of Stacy Hunter, her relatives have argued that the new legal measures being discussed would not have provided the necessary protection to prevent such a tragedy. This critique comes as First Minister John Swinney has publicly emphasized his administration's focus on addressing and reducing violence against women across Scotland.

While the First Minister has positioned the bill as a key component of his legislative agenda to improve safety for women, the family’s intervention highlights a disconnect between government policy goals and the lived experiences of victims' families. The family suggests that the focus on a 'misogyny bill' may not address the underlying systemic failures or the specific circumstances that led to Hunter's death. The government has maintained that the legislation is a necessary step toward cultural and legal change, though they have yet to address the specific concerns raised by the Hunter family regarding the bill's practical application in cases of extreme violence.