INFORMATION

The self-reporting information packs have the following leaflets in which can also be viewed on this site. Click on the links to take you to that area on this page.
SELF REPORTING, WHAT'S IT ABOUT?
WHAT IS HATE CRIME?

Hate crime is any offence committed against a person or property which is motivated by the offender's hatred of people because they are seen as being different.

You don't have to be from a minority community to be a victim of hate crime.

Hate crime hurts, it can be confusing and frightening. By reporting it, you may be able to prevent these crimes from happening to someone else.

Reporting makes a difference... to you, your friends, your life.
HOW CAN I REPORT AND INCIDENT?

There are a number of ways you can report 'hate crime':

  • phone the police There are specially trained police officers in your area, who can speak to you in confidence.
  • self reporting Use the form contained within this pack, to report an incident. You do not have to give your personal details.
  • internet reporting Some police forces allow you to report 'hate crime' on-line, check out your local police website.
  • incident reporting centres Many local agencies have trained members who will help you complete a self-reporting form. They can also report the incident on your behalf and provide you with advice and support.

WHAT CAN I REPORT?

Any incident where you or anyone else has been targeted because they or you are believed to be different:

  • race
  • religion
  • sexuality
  • gender identity
  • or have a disability

Domestic abuse involving anyone which you have a close relationship with; e.g. your current or previous partner.
WHY REPORT IT?
 
The self-reporting system allows you as the victim, witness, parent, career or any concerned person to report an incident to the police by giving us as little or as much personal information as you wish.
By filling out the for you will:
Enable police and partnership agencies to build up patterns of behaviour, highlight areas of concern and provide us with a 'True Vision' of hate crime within your community
 

Without your details... the report will be used for monitoring purposes to get a true vision of what is happening.
With your details... the incident can be investigated fully and you can get the service you deserve and the support you need.
 
 
Click on the 'Self Reporting Form' link on the left menu bar to self-report online.
 

KEEP SAFE, BE STREETWISE
Personal safety tips:
  • stay alert, awareness is your best defence
  • leave venues with friends wherever possible
  • be confident - even if you don't feel it
  • walk as if you know where you are going
  • trust your instincts: if you think something is wrong then act on it
  • have your keys in your hand when you reach your home or car
  • keep money for taxis, the expense is worth it
  • carry a personal alarm and use it

If you are a victim:
  • make as much noise as you can
  • as soon as you can, go somewhere you know is safe
  • get help immediately
  • in an emergency dial 999 or 112
  • if you have the confidence, tell the police why you think you were attacked
  • if you have been attacked, don't shower r change your clothes, it may destroy evidence
  • if you have had your keys taken, change the locks
  • don't drink alcohol, you need to give a clear account of what happened
  • use the reporting systems to report the incident if you don't have the confidence to tell the police
  • use a third party reporting centre or use the self-reporting form on this web site or in the packs
 
If you are a witness:
  • in an emergency dial 999 or 112
  • stay alert and safe
  • don't physically intervene, you could get hurt
  • as soon as you can, write down everything that you can remember about the incident
  • report the incident either to a local support agency or the police directly
 
Hate crime hurts, it can be confusing and frightening. By reporting it to the police you may be able to prevent these crimes happening to someone else.
 
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