Broxtowe Renews Hate Crime Pledge

15/03/23 - Broxtowe Borough Council has signed a new Hate Crime Pledge to renew their commitment to keep Broxtowe communities safe.

The pledge was signed by Mayor of the Borough of Broxtowe, Councillor David Grindell, Leader of the Council, Councillor Milan Radulovic MBE, Chief Executive of Broxtowe Borough Council, Ruth Hyde and Portfolio Holder for Community Safety,The Mayor of Broxtowe, Leader of the Council, Chief Executive of the Council and Portfolio Holder for Community Safety signing the hate crime pledge Councillor Richard MacRae as part of the Council’s commitment to tackling hate crime.

“Everyone in Broxtowe has the right to be treated with respect. Signing this pledge is a symbol of how seriously the Council takes Hate Crime in all its forms and the impact it can have on victims and the community. In Broxtowe Borough Hate Crime will not be tolerated,” said the Mayor.

As part of the pledge, the Council is reminding local people how they can report a hate crime. If you think you have been the victim of a hate crime, please report it via 101 or online via True Vision at www.report-it.org.uk(Opens in a New Window). In an emergency always call the Police on 999.

It is not OK to be harassed because:

  • Of your sexual orientation
  • Of your race
  • Of your religion
  • You are transgender
  • You are disabled
  • Of your gender

Find out more at www.broxtowe.gov.uk/hatecrime.


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