Hate crime
This resource pack is designed to support members of the Hate Crime External Consultation Group. Inside, you'll find:
- Videos explaining what hate crime is and how the CPS prosecutes it
- Our online hate crime guide: what it is and what we're doing about it
- Our new Easy Read guides for victims
- Our joint statement on hate crime with the National Police Chiefs' Council
- A link to subscribe to our CPS community newsletter
We encourage you to share these resources with your contacts. For more information, please visit the CPS' dedicated webpage on hate crime, which includes key pieces of guidance.
How the CPS prosecutes hate crime
Hate crime explained
Lionel Idan, CPS Chief Crown Prosecutor for London South and National Hate Crime Lead, explains what a hate crime is, how these offences are governed in law, and why these offences are treated so seriously.
The role of the CPS in prosecuting hate crime
Our hate crime coordinators explain the role of the CPS in prosecuting hate crime and share their reflections on the importance of Hate Crime Awareness Week.
Hate crime resources
We have produced a range of resources for the public, as well as internal guidance for CPS hate crime coordinators and criminal justice partners, such as our recently published 'Investigating and Prosecuting Disability Hate Crime: Best Practice' document. You can also view our recent press cases.
Easy Read guides for victims
Easy Read format is used by people with learning disabilities, and others who struggle with standard written information. Our new Easy Read guides use simple, jargon-free sentences accompanied by clear illustrations to enhance understanding.
Joint Statement on hate crime
This joint statement on Hate Crime from the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) explains why addressing hate crime remains a priority, and the common principles that continue to inform investigation and prosecution.
Receive hate crime updates
Make sure you keep up to date with all the latest hate crime news and developments with our monthly CPS community newsletter.
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