Tackling Hate Crime 

BSU is a member of Partnership Against Hate Crime (PAHC) and this briefing includes information and guidance about hate crime and how to report any incidents or concerns.

PAHC aims to promote a joint approach to:

• Reducing hate crime/incidents across B&NES
• Increasing awareness
• Maximising reporting of hate crime/incidents
• Delivering the highest level of victim care

The current membership includes representatives from:

• Avon & Somerset Police
• B&NES
• Somer Community Housing
• SARI
• University of Bath
• Bath Spa University
• BREC
• EACH
• Bath People First
• Victim Support
• Your Say
• MIND

What is hate crime?

Any offence committed against a person or property that is motivated by the offenders prejudice or hatred of people because of their:

• Disability
• Race or Nationality
• Religion or Belief
• Sexual Orientation
• Transgender identity

This could include incidents of:

• Bullying
• Anti-Social Behaviour
• Graffiti
• Assault
• Harassment
• Damage to property
• Verbal Abuse

Why report hate crime?

BSU believes any hate crime is totally unacceptable and encourages you to report any incidents. You will not be alone. Reporting will ensure you get the support you need.

A minor incident could be part of a wider pattern of abuse or could lead to more serious incidents if unreported.

Who can report?

• Victims
• Witnesses
• A friend or relative the victim has confided in
• A professional the victim has confided in

How can I report?

BSU  has three main points of contact:

• HR: Elaine Orchard        hrcontact@bathspa.ac.uk            01225 876338
• SU: Harry Birch             su-comms@bathspa.ac.uk           01225 875778
• SS: Sara Phipps-Lang    s.phipps-lang@bathspa.ac.uk      01225 876543

The most important point is to speak to someone.