Clare’s Law gives any member of the public the right to ask the police if their partner may pose a risk to them.  Concerned close friends or family members can also make enquiries.

England, Wales

PSNI

The Police Service of Northern Ireland empowers men and women who are potential victims of domestic abuse and / or their concerned friends and family, with the right to ask about the new partner.

Northern Ireland

Police Scotland

The Disclosure Scheme for Domestic Abuse Scotland (DSDAS) aims to prevent domestic abuse by giving people the right to ask about the background of their partner.

Scotland