Mandy Proctor, chief executive of Leeway, the charity providing support to those experiencing domestic abuse. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY
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A charity which supports victims of domestic violence has said it is vital those at risk from abuse have the power to put safety planning measures in place.
Clare's Law, introduced in 2014, gives people the "right to ask" their force about any previous domestic violence or offences that mean their partners could pose a risk to them.
Home Office guidance states police will aim to complete the inquiries within 35 days.
Data released under Freedom of Information laws show that response times to 375 out of 1,609 "right to ask" requests approved by police in this country in 2020 fell below this target.