Police Scotland lack coherent strategy on hate crime, says HMISC

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Police Scotland lack coherent strategy on hate crime, says HMISC

A HMICS report into hate crime has recommended Police Scotland should consider establishing a dedicated unit for the offence after finding "recurring failures'" in the force's approach.

Date - 4th June 2021
By - Chloe Livadeas

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HM Chief Inspector of Constabulary in Scotland (HMISC) Thematic Inspection of Hate Crime found failures with Police Scotland’s approach including a lack of a dedicated unit for investigating incidents, difficulties identifying repeat offenders...

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