NEWS STORY- Government response to non-crime hate incidents final report

Police will be told to stop recording everyday rows and online spats, as non-crime hate incidents (NCHIs) are to be scrapped by the government.

Over recent years, unclear guidance has led to officers being called out to people’s homes over insults and routine arguments.

A lack of clarity around when and how NCHIs should be recorded, the rise of the digital age and social media, and inconsistent approaches between police forces have led to them no longer being fit for purpose.

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