Police leaders are reportedly pushing for forces in England and Wales to stop recording non-crime hate incidents in 2026.
Officials are set to meet the Home Secretary next month and warn that logging them is diverting resources away from fighting crime and undermines freedom of speech.
Non-crime hate incidents fall short of criminal acts, but are perceived to be motivated by hostility or prejudice towards a person with a particular characteristic.
Chief constable of Greater Manchester Police Sir Stephen Watson says it's a delicate balancing act.
IN: "I am…
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Officials are set to meet the Home Secretary next month and warn that logging them is diverting resources away from fighting crime and undermines freedom of speech.
Non-crime hate incidents fall short of criminal acts, but are perceived to be motivated by hostility or prejudice towards a person with a particular characteristic.
Chief constable of Greater Manchester Police Sir Stephen Watson says it's a delicate balancing act.
IN: "I am…
OUT: ...a crime.'
DUR: 26 Seconds
http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/1223nchi-watson1.mp3