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Domestic violence can be defined by several factors which, according to the government site (www.gov.uk/guidance/domestic-violence-and-abuse) can include psychological, physical, sexual, financial or emotional abuse. Whilst replying to the latest post I discovered this article and thought it was interesting - does anyone else know about this or have any thoughts?
Domestic violence disclosure scheme
From 8 March 2014, the domestic violence disclosure scheme was implemented across England and Wales. This follows the successful conclusion of a 1 year pilot in the Greater Manchester, Nottinghamshire, West Mercia and Wiltshire police force areas.
Right to ask
Under the scheme an individual can ask police to check whether a new or existing partner has a violent past. This is the ‘right to ask’. If records show that an individual may be at risk of domestic violence from a partner, the police will consider disclosing the information. A disclosure can be made if it is legal, proportionate and necessary to do so.
I wonder if the same criteria applies? It says "whether a new or existing partner has a violent past" - does the above definition of psychological, physical, sexual, financial or emotional abuse count? If they are domestic violence, will the police disclose the same amount of information as actual physical violence?
Presumably you don't have a right to ask if the new partner of your ex represents a danger to your child.
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