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Bolton Neighbourhood Watch represents the Neighbourhood Watch schemes in the Bolton Metropolitan area.

The association supports both new and established schemes which are part of the UKs largest volunteer crime prevention organisation.

19/10/2026

BOLTON – HAVE YOUR SAY! OUR SURVEY IS STILL OPEN

No Place For Hate – Every Voice Counts!

Bolton Neighbourhood Watch is continuing to seek your views through our Hate Crime – Community Experience and Reporting Survey, and we want to hear from as many people across Bolton as possible.

We want to understand people's awareness and experiences of hate crime, why incidents may go unreported, how people feel about the reporting process, and what could be done to improve support and confidence.

You don't need to have experienced hate crime yourself to take part. Whether you have personal experience, know someone affected, or simply have views on how hate crime is addressed, your opinion matters.

Have your say here: (completion time between 5-10 minutes depending on your experiences)
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/uzV1ss1ZCS

The survey closes at midnight on Tuesday 10 November 2026.

Please share this post with family, friends, neighbours, colleagues and community groups. We want to hear from people of all backgrounds and circumstances to build a broader picture of experiences and concerns across Bolton.

The findings will be shared through our monthly newsletter and with community partners to help inform discussions and support the development of the Bolton Hate Crime Action Plan.

Together, we can help create safer, more inclusive communities where everyone feels respected, supported and heard.

No Place For Hate – let's make a difference together!

We make this a better place to live. Together.

16/10/2026

Understanding how to report hate is essential for community safety.
This week is Hate Crime Awareness Week; here is a short guide to identifying and reporting hate incidents and crimes.
Anyone can be a victim of hate, and when hate goes unchecked it can escalate.
By reporting, you help police understand the situation, support victims, and ensure accountability. Together we can build safer communities for everyone.

Bolton Neighbourhood Watch is inviting everyone to complete our Hate Crime – Community Experience and Reporting Survey.
We want to understand peoples awareness and experiences of hate crime, barriers to reporting, and how victims can be better supported.
You don't need to have experienced hate crime yourself to take part. Everyones views matter, and we want to hear from people of all backgrounds across Bolton.
📝 Complete the survey here:
👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/uzV1ss1ZCS

15/10/2026

Bolton Neighbourhood Watch is inviting everyone to complete our Hate Crime – Community Experience and Reporting Survey.
We want to understand peoples awareness and experiences of hate crime, barriers to reporting, and how victims can be better supported.
You don't need to have experienced hate crime yourself to take part. Everyones views matter, and we want to hear from people of all backgrounds across Bolton.
📝 Complete the survey here:
👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/uzV1ss1ZCS

If you see a hate crime call 999 if it is an emergency, or 101 for non-emergency reporting or report online through your local police website
Trust your instincts. If you see or experience something that feels wrong, remember that your voice matters. Speaking up is not just about reporting an incident. You are helping to protect the kindness and respect in our community.

14/10/2026

📢 The new Crime and Policing Act 2026 has brought some changes to hate crime legislation.

Here’s a quick summary of what’s changed:

✅ Extended protections: The law now covers not only racially and religiously aggravated offences, but also hostility based on disability, s*x, s*xual orientation, and transgender identity. This means more people in our communities are now better protected from hate-motivated crime.

✅ New protections for emergency workers: It’s now a specific offence for threatening, abusive, or insulting behaviour towards emergency workers, even if it happens in someone’s home. This helps keep the people who care for us safe, wherever they are.

Everyone in our community, including those who work to keep us safe, need protection under the law.

Let’s look out for one another. If you experience or witness a hate crime, please report it. Call 999 in an emergency, 101 for non-emergencies, or report anonymously online at report-it.org.uk

Bolton Neighbourhood Watch is inviting everyone to complete our Hate Crime – Community Experience and Reporting Survey.
We want to understand peoples awareness and experiences of hate crime, barriers to reporting, and how victims can be better supported.
You don't need to have experienced hate crime yourself to take part. Everyones views matter, and we want to hear from people of all backgrounds across Bolton.
📝 Complete the survey here:
👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/uzV1ss1ZCS

13/10/2026

It’s not always clear what counts as a hate crime. We want to explain it so we can all help keep each other safe.
A hate crime is any crime driven by prejudice or hostility towards a person because of:
Who they are - their race, ethnicity, or nationality
What they believe - their religion or faith
Who they love - their s*xual orientation
Their identity - their gender identity
Their abilities - because they have a disability

According to The Crown Prosecution Service, any crime can be treated as a hate crime if the offender has either:
shown hostility based on race, religion, disability, s*xual orientation, or transgender identity
or
been motivated by hostility toward someone’s race, religion, disability, s*xual orientation, or transgender identity
A person can be targeted by more than one type of hate crime.
Trust your instincts. If you see or experience something that feels wrong, your voice matters. When you speak up, you are not just reporting an incident. Hate crime has a devastating impact on people, families and communities. Let’s all do our part to keep our neighbourhoods welcoming and safe for everyone.

Bolton Neighbourhood Watch is inviting everyone to complete our Hate Crime – Community Experience and Reporting Survey.
We want to understand peoples awareness and experiences of hate crime, barriers to reporting, and how victims can be better supported.
You don't need to have experienced hate crime yourself to take part. Everyones views matter, and we want to hear from people of all backgrounds across Bolton.
📝 Complete the survey here:
👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/uzV1ss1ZCS

12/10/2026

Anyone can be a victim of hate crime. According to The Crown Prosecution Service, any crime can be treated as a hate crime if the offender has either:
shown hostility based on race, religion, disability, s*xual orientation, or transgender identity
or
been motivated by hostility toward someone’s race, religion, disability, s*xual orientation, or transgender identity
Someone may be targeted by more than one kind of hate crime.
If you see a hate crime call 999 if it is an emergency, or 101 for non-emergency reporting or report online through your local police website
Trust your instincts. If you see or experience something that feels wrong, remember that your voice matters. Speaking up is not just about reporting an incident. You are helping to protect the kindness and respect in our community.

Bolton Neighbourhood Watch is inviting everyone to complete our Hate Crime – Community Experience and Reporting Survey.
We want to understand peoples awareness and experiences of hate crime, barriers to reporting, and how victims can be better supported.
You don't need to have experienced hate crime yourself to take part. Everyones views matter, and we want to hear from people of all backgrounds across Bolton.
📝 Complete the survey here:
👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/uzV1ss1ZCS

10/10/2026

📢 HATE CRIME AWARENESS WEEK – NO PLACE FOR HATE

💬 Have your say and help make Bolton safer and more inclusive!

Bolton Neighbourhood Watch is inviting everyone to complete our Hate Crime – Community Experience and Reporting Survey.

We want to understand people's awareness and experiences of hate crime, barriers to reporting, and how victims can be better supported.

You don't need to have experienced hate crime yourself to take part. Everyone's views matter, and we want to hear from people of all backgrounds across Bolton.

📝 Complete the survey here:
👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/uzV1ss1ZCS

📅 Survey closes at midnight on Tuesday 10 November 2026.

📣 Please share with your family, friends, neighbours, colleagues and on social media to help us reach as many people as possible.

Your responses will help inform discussions with our community partners and support the development of the Bolton Hate Crime Action Plan.

No Place For Hate – let's make a difference together! 💛

We make this a better place to live. Together.

30/09/2026

🚨 DAY 30 – FINALE: BE PREPARED, NOT SCARED 🚨

🎉 We've reached Day 30 of !

Over the past month, we've looked at everything from understanding local risks and staying informed to household plans, emergency kits, community resilience and volunteering.

But preparedness doesn't finish when September ends.

The small actions you've taken this month can help you feel more confident, informed and ready for whatever comes next.

Thank you for taking part. 💙

✅ Today's Challenge
Complete the UK Household Preparedness Survey and reflect on what you've learned this month.
Ask yourself:
• What preparedness changes have I made?
• What do I still need to do?
• What information have I shared with others?
• Which good habits will I continue?
Keep building on your progress.

Key Messages
• Preparedness is an ongoing process.
• Keep building on what you've learned.
• Small actions today can make a big difference tomorrow.
• Share preparedness information with family, friends and neighbours.
• Feedback can help improve future preparedness campaigns.
• Thank you for taking part—and keep being prepared, not scared.

29/09/2026

🚨 DAY 29 – VOLUNTEERING: PEOPLE POWER IN RESILIENCE 🚨

🙋‍♀️ You've spent the last 28 days exploring simple actions that can help you become a little better prepared. As we reach the penultimate day of the campaign, we're focusing on something that makes a huge difference in every emergency: volunteering.

Communities don't become resilient by chance. They are strengthened by people who step forward to help others.

Volunteers and community organisations play a vital role before, during and after emergencies, providing local knowledge, practical support and assistance to those who need it most.

Whatever your background, skills or experience, there may be an opportunity for you to make a real difference.

✅ Today's Challenge
Explore volunteering opportunities in your local area.
Look for:
• Local charities.
• Community resilience groups.
• Voluntary emergency-response organisations.
• Community hubs and support organisations.
Find one opportunity that interests you and learn more about getting involved.

Key Messages
• Volunteers are essential to community resilience.
• Local organisations provide important support during emergencies.
• There are many different types of volunteering roles.
• Volunteering can develop skills and confidence.
• Getting involved builds stronger community connections.
• Everyone has something they can contribute.

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