Statement following hate crime champions discussion

We are aware of social media posts about a hate crime community champions discussion that was held at our headquarters in Staffordshire yesterday (28 February). 

This event was delivered and facilitated by Uniting Staffordshire Against Hate, and was solely for members of our local community.

The session aimed to stimulate conversation and enable sharing of a wide range of views, with the intention of encouraging tolerance and increasing understanding of the impact of hate crime.

It is important that our communities are able to have a voice and influence as to how we all tackle the harm caused by hate crime.

We will review the discussions that took place and will consider what, if any, further action is necessary – whilst of course recognising the importance of allowing open conversations between members of the public.