Hate crime numbers at all time high against sexual orientation

The fatal stabbing of Brianna Ghey two weeks ago has highlighted the topic of hate crime and violence against LGBT people.

According to the Home Office, reports of hate crime targeting people’s sexual orientation increased by 42% since last year.

The severeness of these hate crimes can range from verbal abuse, threatening behaviour, harassment, damage of property, and physical violence which could sometimes be lethal.

Statistics are still underreported due to number of people staying silent about their experience.

According to the Government Equalities Office, 88% of transgender people do not report on hate crimes they experience, and 48% are dissatisfied with police response.