How to report a hate crime or incident
A hate crime or incident happens when someone is targeted because of who they are, or who someone thinks they are. This could be based on:
- disability
- race
- religion
- transgender identity
- sexual orientation
Any crime can be a hate crime if the person did it because they showed hatred based on those characteristics.
A hate incident can happen even if no crime is committed. For example, if a shopkeeper refuses to make their shop wheelchair accessible, it could be a hate incident.
Check if you've experienced a hate crime or incident (Citizens Advice).
Who to report a hate crime or incident to
This depends on the situation and where it’s happening.
If someone’s life or safety is in danger now, call 999.
Report it to the police
If you feel threatened or think the behaviour could be breaking the law.
Report a hate crime or incident to the police.
Report it to your landlord
If you live in a council property, report hate crime to the Tenancy team.
If you’re living in temporary accommodation (TA), report a hate crime or incident to your TA officer.
If you live in a housing association or private rented property, contact your landlord.
Report it to us
If you experience racist, homophobic, transphobic or disability harassment whilst using council services, report it immediately at the place where it happens.