We recognise that as the cultural landscape of Norfolk changes we will have the opportunity to meet and engage with members of faith and belief systems that may be new to Norfolk. 

In England we have laws that give you the right to hold your own religious beliefs or other philosophical beliefs similar to a religion. You also have the right to have no religion or belief. You are also entitled to practise your religion or belief, express your views and get on with your day-to-day life without experiencing threats or discrimination.

There are many religions, faiths and belief groups in Norfolk, from well known ones like Christianity, Judaism and Islam to perhaps lesser known ones like Paganism, Baha’i and Brahma Kumaris. 

Any religiously motivated hate crime has the same impact on individuals as those directed against race or disability for example.

Local, National and International events, religious or otherwise, can have an impact on our religious communities leaving them feeling more isolated and vulnerable to abuse and crime. 

The Constabulary is in the final stages of developing a multi faith chaplaincy. This will be made up from various religious groups in Norfolk and will serve as a resource not only to our staff but to the wider community as well.

The Constabulary also has an internal Christian Police Association staff support group aimed at promoting and fostering the fellowship of Christians within the police service.

We also have a member of staff who acts as the Norfolk representative of the Catholic Police Guild who role includes being the single point of contact with the Guild for the officers and staff of the Force.