Council urges residents to use Clare’s Law as abuse figures revealed
North East Lincolnshire Council highlights confidential safety scheme to help prevent violence against women and girls
North East Lincolnshire Council is urging people to make use of Clare’s Law as part of a national push to tackle violence against women and girls.
The announcement comes during the 16 Days of Action, led by the White Ribbon campaign, which shines a spotlight each year on the scale of abuse facing women and girls across the UK.
New figures show that in 2024–25, violence against women and girls made up 21% of all offences in North East Lincolnshire - with domestic abuse accounting for more than a third of those cases.
As part of wider safety work with Humberside Police and local partners, the council is highlighting how Clare’s Law - officially the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme - can help people spot danger early.
Clare’s Law gives anyone the right to ask police whether their partner or ex-partner has a known history of abusive or violent behaviour.
Checks can also be made on behalf of a friend or relative you’re worried about.
If police believe someone is at risk, they can share vital information along with support from specialist agencies.
Cllr Ron Shepherd, Portfolio Holder for Safer and Stronger Communities, said:
“Clare’s Law is a brilliant scheme for finding out if your partner has an abusive past, allowing you to make an informed decision about your safety. It doesn’t just cover physical abuse - it includes coercive control, psychological abuse, economic abuse and more.”
Detective Chief Inspector Nathan Reuben, Humberside Police’s lead for violence against women and girls, added:
“The process is confidential and designed to help people make informed choices. Support is available every step of the way.”
People concerned about their own relationship - or someone else’s - can apply online via the Humberside Police website.
For advice or support around domestic abuse, call 01472 575757 (Option 1) or visit The Hub, 15 Wellowgate, DN32 0RA. In an emergency, always call 999.