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I wanted to provide an update regarding Hate crime, which some members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey. If someone has been physically or verbally abused due to who they are, they may have been a victim of a hate crime or incident. Our website provides more information on what can classify as a hate crime, but it can include targeting someone due to their race, religion, sexual orientation, disability or whether they are transgender. Respect Everyone – Stand Against Hate
There have been reports of hate-related behaviour in this area.
Hate crime is serious, harmful, and will NOT be tolerated in our community.
❗ What Is Hate Crime?
Hate crime is when someone is targeted because of who they are, such as:
🔴 Race or ethnicity
🔴 Religion or beliefs
🔴 Disability
🔴 Sexual orientation
🔴 Gender identity
It can include words, actions, threats, or damage to property.
❗ Reported Concerns Include:
🔴 Name-calling, insults, or abusive language
🔴 Threatening or intimidating behaviour
🔴 Offensive graffiti or damage to property
🔴 Online abuse or messages
🔴 Targeting individuals or groups
⚠️ THIS IS SERIOUS
Hate crime can:
❌ Cause fear, distress, and emotional harm
❌ Make people feel unsafe in their own area
❌ Divide our community
Everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, and valued.
🏠 OUR COMMUNITY STANDS TOGETHER
We are a diverse and respectful neighbourhood.
👉 Please:
- Treat everyone with respect
- Do not use abusive or offensive language
- Challenge hate where it is safe to do so
- Support those affected
⚖️ ACTION IS BEING TAKEN
📢 These concerns have been reported to Met Engage
📢 Police and local teams take hate crime seriously
Hate crime can lead to:
- Police investigation
- Arrest and prosecution
- Serious legal consequences
📞 REPORT HATE CRIME
If you see or experience hate crime:
Report it as soon as possible
Provide details (time, place, what happened)
🔹 Call 999 if there is immediate danger
🔹 Call 101 for non-emergency reports
You can also report anonymously if you prefer.
🤝 LOOK OUT FOR EACH OTHER
We all have a role in making our community safe, welcoming, and inclusive.
🚨 No hate. No abuse. Respect for all.
 If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101. Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org. We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years. | 
