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AQA GCSE · Question 08.4 · Rights and Responsibilities

SOURCE G:
Hate crimes

Reported hate crimes have risen by 9% to a record number of more than 124 000 across England and Wales. Many hate crimes go unreported by victims.

Other findings include:
• racially motivated crimes, which are nearly three-quarters of the total number of hate crimes, increased
• homophobic hate crimes increased.

The Police Federation has recently conducted a programme to train officers in understanding the nature of gender-based discrimination. At the same time, the government has reviewed sentencing for perpetrators which includes re-education.

The Department for Education has continued to fund the 'Show Racism the Red Card' programme for schools across England.

QUESTION:
Describe two ways in which hate crimes could be reduced in the UK.

You should refer to Source G in your answer.

How to approach this question

Read Source G carefully and identify the actions that are already being taken to tackle hate crime. The question asks how crimes could be *reduced*, so you can describe these actions and explain how they would contribute to this goal. Pick two different actions mentioned in the source.

Full Answer

One way to reduce hate crimes is through education in schools. The source mentions the Department for Education funds the 'Show Racism the Red Card' programme. Expanding such programmes can teach young people about the harm caused by prejudice and discrimination from an early age, helping to create a more tolerant society. A second way is through the actions of the justice system. The source states the 'government has reviewed sentencing for perpetrators which includes re-education'. Making sentences for hate crimes tougher, and including compulsory re-education programmes for offenders, could deter potential criminals and help to change the attitudes of those who have already offended.
The source provides several examples of current strategies to combat hate crime. A good answer will select two of these and explain the logic behind them. The strategies mentioned are: 1. **Police training:** Helps officers to better identify, record, and handle hate crimes, which can increase victim confidence and reporting. 2. **Sentencing review/re-education:** Aims to deter and rehabilitate offenders. 3. **School programmes:** Aims to prevent prejudice from forming in the first place. Any two of these can be used to form a strong answer.

Common mistakes

Students might suggest ways to reduce hate crime that are not mentioned in the source. The question specifically asks you to refer to Source G, so answers must be based on the text provided.
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