The guidance means personal data will only be recorded for incidents motivated by intentional hostility...

Published: 5:47 pm March 13, 2023
Updated: 10:00 am October 8, 2025
Police Will Prioritise Freedom Of Speech Under New Hate Incident Guidance

The guidance means personal data will only be recorded for incidents motivated by intentional hostility and where there is a real risk of significant harm.

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New statutory guidance on the recording of so-called non-crime hate incidents will ensure police prioritise freedom of expression, the Home Secretary has announced.

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