Ethnicity monitoring FAQs

Questions

1. Why are we monitoring ethnicity?
2. What will happen if I don’t do this?
3. Will the fact that I refused result in me being treated differently?
4. Who can I contact for an independent view on ethnicity monitoring?
5. If asked, do I have to define my own ethnicity?

Answers

Why are we monitoring ethnicity?

To enable the Force to monitor how fairly certain powers are being used and to take action to address any unexplained inconsistencies.

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What will happen if I don’t do this?

The officer will simply record the fact that you refused.

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Will the fact that I refused result in me being treated differently?

No, and if you feel it has you can make a complaint at any police station or through your solicitor.

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Who can I contact for an independent view on ethnicity monitoring?

A The Commission for Racial Equality on 020 7939 0000.

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If asked, do I have to define my own ethnicity?

No.

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