27/07/2022
West Yorkshire Police have today announced that they are launching a video call approach for those who apply for information on their partners under Clare's Law. Victims of Domestic Abuse in the Leeds and Wakefield areas will be able to use the RVR (Rapid Video Response) to allow them to talk with officers via video chat instead of arranging a home visit. This will allow victims to have a much faster response rate from the police, potentially saving them from dangerous situations. If the pilot is successful the RVR is looking to be expanded to reach more who are in need.
If you are not familiar with Clare's Law, please follow the below link for further information. Each police force has its own disclosure service.
Clare’s Law - Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme - Police forces are allowed to disclose information to a potential victim and have a duty to protect members of the public from domestic abuse. This page summarises the number of Disclosure requests under the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme, al...
