Don’t log non-crime hate incidents, says head of police watchdog

<p>Andy Cooke says the cases take up little time for forces in England and Wales but create intense controversy</p><p>Police should no longer record or investigate <a href="https://www.college.police.uk/app/major-investigation-and-public-protection/hate-crime/responding-non-crime-hate-incidents">non-crime hate incidents</a>, the chief inspector of constabulary has said.</p><p>Sir Andy Cooke said handling the incidents took up a minuscule amount of time but drew vehement criticism.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/sep/10/dont-log-non-crime-hate-incidents-says-head-of-police-watchdog">Continue reading...</a>