Reporting Hate Crime

Hate crime is a criminal offence; it's where someone is targeted because of their race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation or because of a disability.

Combating Hate Crime

The Safer Solihull Partnership is determined to help people who are suffering as a result of a hate incident. We understand that you may feel nervous about reporting it, but we can help. By working with other agencies and local communities we aim to eliminate hate crimes and encourage people to report them.

What can you do?

We know there is significant under-reporting of hate incidents across the borough, which is why we've set up 20 independent reporting centres for anyone to come forward and report instances of hate crime.

The new reporting centres allow victims and witnesses to report incidents in a safe and comfortable environment. All cases are treated with strict confidence, and people can report an incident without having to speak to the police. A trained member of staff will be able to provide confidential advice and guidance, and refer victims to appropriate support services if required.

Where's my local reporting centre?

• See your Local Reporting Centres for more information 
• Alternatively if you wish to report an incident directly to the police, then contact
  West Midlands Police on 0345 113 5000 and ask for your local station.