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dateline: 26 November 2013
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Domestic Violence Policy Coming To England And Wales
Pre-Listening Vocabulary
- policy: an adopted principle or course of action
- take effect: to become effective
- domestic violence: abuse of one’s spouse or partner
- disclosure: the release or uncovering of something
- pilot: to do an experimental test
Comprehension Questions
- Why was this policy named after Clare Wood?
- What will women in England and Wales be able to do next year?
- What additional service will police agencies provide if a history of domestic abuse is disclosed to someone?
Discussion Question: Do you think that women should have the right to check the police records of their romantic partners? Why or why not?
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Domestic Violence Policy Coming To England And Wales
A new policy that allows women to check the criminal record of a partner will take effect in England and Wales next year. The Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme was named “Clare’s Law” in memory of Clare Wood who was killed by her ex-boyfriend in 2009. Clare met George Appleton online, and was unaware of his long history of violence against women. The new regulation will require police to look carefully into each request. Police agencies will also offer individuals support for leaving potentially dangerous relationships. Clare’s Law has already been piloted in parts of England.
- This policy was named after Clare Wood because she was murdered by an ex-boyfriend who had a history of domestic violence.
- Women in England and Wales will be able to request police checks of their romantic partners.
- If history of domestic abuse is uncovered during a police check, police will help individuals leave a relationship safely.
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