Tag Archives: Hate Crime

Gravestone destruction at Minster investigated as ‘hate crime’

Posted on April 29, 2023 by insidecroydon

The destruction of dozens of gravestones in the churchyard of Croydon Minster at Easter is being investigated by the Metropolitan Police as a hate crime, the MP for the area and the Vicar of Croydon have confirmed. More than 20 … Continue reading →

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Charity launches helpline for those affected by hate crime

Posted on August 6, 2020 by insidecroydon

National charity Stop Hate UK has introduced a 24-hour helpline dedicated to supporting residents affected by hate crime. Hate crimes are when people are targeted because of their disability, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, religion or any other form of … Continue reading →

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Babies under the age of 1 subject to racist abuse, NSPCC says

Posted on May 30, 2019 by insidecroydon

More than 70 babies were among the victims of 850-plus race hate offences in London last year, according to shocking statistics  obtained by the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children. Recorded race hate crime offences against children … Continue reading →

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Communities Against Hate Crime, Croydon Vision, Mar 13

Posted on March 9, 2019 by insidecroydon

Croydon Voluntary Action is hosting a Communities Against Hate Crime event at Croydon Vision next Wednesday, March 13. The free event starts at 4pm. Sarah Burns, the CVA’s head of communities, will open the event and introduce a wide range … Continue reading →

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