No men have asked Gwent Police if their partner has a history of domestic violence

A Freedom of Information request by a domestic abuse survivor has revealed that not one male has made an application to Gwent Police under The Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme - also known as "Clare's Law."

The Scheme provides anyone with the opportunity to make an enquiry about their partner if they are worried that they may have been abusive in the past and anyone can ask the police on behalf their friend, relative or work colleague.

If police checks show that their partner has a record of abusive behavior, or there is other information to indicate that someone is at risk from their partner, the police will consider sharing this information.

The Home Office reports that male victims (39%) 1 are more than three times as likely as women (12%) to not tell anyone about partner abuse.