Scottish police are more gay-friendly than their counterparts in San Francisco, a researcher claims.
According to Northern Constabulary advisor Lisa Buchanan, victims of anti-gay hate crimes are more likely to come forward in Scotland than they are in the traditionally gay-friendly areas of California.
San Francisco has long been known as one of America�s top gay destinations.
But Ms Buchanan, who spent four and a half months with the San Francisco Police Department and the University of California last year, told the constabulary�s e-magazine that Scotland�s force appeared to be more gay-friendly.
She said: �In terms of investigating homophobic hate incidents their approach is comparable to ours, yet there are much fewer victims coming forward.
�I think this is a reflection of the strategic approach to community engagement.
�In Scotland, and in the north, I think we enjoy much better community relations than they do in San Francisco.�
Ms Buchanan, who received an award for her work, will start giving presentations on her research later this month.
Tidak ada komentar:
Posting Komentar