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Hear from our officers

We know that hate negatively impacts on people, communities and on wider society. For those affected, the damage can have a long lasting effect. 

Current hate crime laws cover any existing offence motivated by prejudice relating to race, religion, disability, sexual orientation and transgender identity.

We asked officers and partners to share their thoughts about the impact of hate.

Tackling Hate Crime

 

Impact on the LGBTI community

We urge anyone who has experienced or witnessed hate to report it. Find out more about the different ways you can make a report.