How can partner agencies help?

Crown Prosecution Service

prosecutes racist and religious crime fairly, firmly and robustly.
will try to take account of cultural and religious sensitivities.
keeps the victim informed and ensures support is available for victims and witnesses.
records decisions to prosecute, or not, racial or religious cases and their results.

have practices and procedures for dealing with racist incidents within their stock.
will provide support for victims of racist incidents.
can take legal action against perpetrators of racist incidents.
work with other agencies to resolve racial harassment matters.
collect data on racist incidents within their stock.
information about tenancies and services can be provided in an appropriate language.

has a commitment to fairness and equality in the delivery of all its services
as part of this commitment and that of the ‘Fairer Ipswich’ Agenda the council is developing its approach to Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) housing in the borough.
By working with the Forum and others Ipswich Borough Council will aim to:
- Identify and better respond to BME housing needs.
- Deal effectively with racial harassment in Ipswich.
- Comply with the Council for Racial Equality Code of Practice in Renting Housing.

provides information, advice and support to individuals and organisations who experience racial discrimination, harassment or race related difficulties where such help is not readily available from other agencies.

every racist incident reported to the police is given a high priority, recorded and investigated.
support, information and advice is offered to victims and witnesses throughout any investigation.

has working practices for dealing with racist or racially motivated offenders and changing their attitudes.
staff being trained to work with such offenders.