Work by police boss praised to address racial disparity
Work by Avon & Somerset police to improve community race relations has been highlighted in a new national report.
It’s after PCC Sue Mountstevens set up an independent panel to scrutinise things like the reasons for stop and search.
The report showcases how Police and Crime Commissioners are tackling concerns raised by Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic groups across England and Wales.
As the APCC lead on Criminal Justice efficiency and effectiveness, 'race disparity in the journey and outcome of people going through the criminal justice system is particularly concerning to Avon and Somerset' says PCC Sue Mountstevens.
She said: "A recent rise in reported hate crime, coupled with conversations I’ve had with victims, indicate to me that we also need to better engage and support people targeted because of their race.
"Never has it been more crucial, since the coronavirus pandemic shone a stark light on wider racial inequalities faced by our black and minority ethnic communities, that we take action and put every effort into making bigger changes happen faster."
To read the report click here