This form allows you to report a hate-related incident that happened in Scotland.
You can report:
Something that happened to you
Something you witnessed
An incident that affected someone else
Not all hate-related incidents are crimes in law. You can still report your experience here, even if no offence was committed.
Before You Start
Please complete the form as fully as you feel comfortable.
Your report helps build a better understanding of hate in Scotland and can help improve policy, education, policing, and support services.
You do not need to report to the police to use this service.
Completing this form usually takes around 5–10 minutes.
Your Privacy and Anonymity
Your privacy is important to us.
You will be asked to enter some personal details to help us understand reports more accurately.
You can choose to make your report anonymous by selecting the anonymity option near the end of the form.
If you choose anonymity, your personal details will not be shared or included in reports or data analysis.
You are always in control of how your information is used.
Sharing Your Report
At the end of the form, you can choose:
Whether your report is shared anonymously for data and insight purposes
Whether you would like information about support services in your area
Whether you wish to be guided on reporting to Police Scotland
This service is not an emergency service.
If you are in immediate danger, please call 999.
Support
If completing this form brings up difficult feelings, you may wish to pause and return later.
Support information will be available after you submit your report.
Ready to Begin?
Please start the form below when you’re ready.