Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: April 23, 2025

Purpose: To seek approval for the Crawley Homes Hate Incident and Crime Policy to comply with legislation and guidance.

Content: RESOLVED That the Cabinet: a)           approves the adoption and subsequent publication of Crawley Homes Hate Incident and Crime policy (Appendix A of report CH/221). b)           delegates authority to the Head of Crawley Homes, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing, to make amendments to these polices as further changes to legislation and statutory guidance are introduced or following a subsequent review. (Generic Delegation 7 will be used to enact this recommendation). Reasons for the Recommendations To ensure the Council sets out its approach to responding to reports of Hate incidents and crimes. To fulfil regulatory requirements, including the provision of direct information to tenants, ensuring transparency and accountability. To provide consistency for staff in making decisions and responding to reports. To ensure that Crawley Homes staff and representatives operate within and understand their responsibilities under the law.