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Ethnicity of suspects could be revealed after 'cover-up' claims
Police should consider disclosing the ethnicity and nationality of suspects when they are charged in high-profile and sensitive cases, new national guidance says.
Coming into force today, it says there must be a policing reason to release the information, such as where there are high levels of disinformation, if it will improve public safety, or if it is significantly in the public interest. Politics Hub: Follow latest updates and analysis A Home Office spokesperson told Sky News they will support the new guidance by authorising the release of relevant accompanying immigration information if appropriate.
The change comes after two men charged over the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl in Nuneaton were reported to be Afghan asylum seekers, sparking protests. Warwickshire Police did not confirm the immigration status, leading to Reform UK accusing them of a "cover-up.
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