Proud of our diversity
We want St Helens to be a place where everyone is welcome
regardless of race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or
gender identity.
It is important to acknowledge and celebrate the various
diversity events, holidays and awareness days. To share information
with the public, improving understanding between different sections
of the community, enabling us to coexist in a town where there is
no place for hate.
What is hate crime
Hate Crime is any offence or hostility directed
at individuals, groups and communities because of who they are
or who someone thinks they are.
It can include threats, physical harm, property damage and
harrassment towards you, because of your race, religion,
disability, sexuality, gender identity, nationality or
ethnicity.
We believe hate crime is under reported in St Helens. We do not
want victims to suffer in silence and we are working hard to give
victims the confidence to come forward and tell us. When you report
hate crime, you will be taken seriously.
Reporting hate crime
Ideally the first point of contact would be Merseyside Police,
they have dedicated, specially trained officers who can help with
reports of incidents of hate. They can be contacted;
- On the Merseyside Police
website,
- On the phone: 101
- In an emergency situation, you should always call 999 (if you
feel like you are in immediate danger)
- Via social media: Facebook Merseyside Police
CC Twitter @MerpolCC
If you don't feel able to report an incident to the
Police, the Police and Crime Commissioner has funded Stop
Hate UK, who are able to take reports of hate crime 24 hours a day.
Someone is always available to take a report, offer advice or sign
post to a support service, and you can remain anonymous, should you
wish.
The charity provides independent and confidential support to
people affected by Hate Crime. There are a number of ways you can
contact them;
You can also report to the Community Safety Team at St Helens
Borough Council - report now
by clicking this link.