Rossendale - Guidance

1. Forced Marriages: 23 July 2007

  Guide to Forced Marriages Document    (pdf file - 31kb)

Lancashire Constabulary's guide to forced marriages - "A marriage conducted without the valid consent of both parties, where duress is a factor  i.e. blackmail, physical violence, emotional abuse".

2. Hate Crime (Racist / Homophobic): 23 July 2007

  Hate Crime - Racist and Homophobic Document    (pdf file - 34kb)

'A Hate Crime occurs when the perpetrator's prejudice against any identifiable group is a factor in determining who is victimised' i.e. Racist and Homophobic Crimes.