Increase in Hate Crimes

A total of 61,851 racially and religiously aggravated offences were recorded last year – up 7% on the 57,825 in 2019. That is more than double the 28,479 recorded in 2013 – the first year specific data was made available. Some forces saw much bigger rises, with Leicestershire Police’s offences going up the most –… Continue reading Increase in Hate Crimes

Feb 2021. Not Taking a Knee in Rugby

Gregor Townsend’s side were criticised heavily last weekend when just four players took a knee while the rest of the squad remained standing ahead of their win over England. It emerged afterwards that the confused response had come because the players hadn’t discussed the issue beforehand – with first minister Nicola Sturgeon also giving support… Continue reading Feb 2021. Not Taking a Knee in Rugby