Fear of Crime project for people with disabilities
S75 Equality And Good Relations Screening Form
General Information:
Project
Is this an existing, revised or a new function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance?
New
Operational Area:
Council Wide
Title:
Fear of Crime project for people with disabilities
Brief Summary:
The role of PCSPs is to help make communities safer and to ensure that the voices of local people are heard on policing and community safety issues. This project is one of a cohort under the heading of the PCSPs Disability Programme aimed to empower communities to help develop solutions to tackle crime, fear of crime and anti-social behaviour.
What is it trying to achieve? (intended aims and outcomes)
Aims:
Causeway Coast and Glens PCSP aims to make our community safer by focusing on the policing and community safety issues that matter most across the council area by:
- Consulting and Engaging with local communities, statutory and voluntary sectors, and other relevant organisations, in order to identify issues of concern in relation to policing and community safety, and to improve co-operation with the police. The Policing Committee has a distinct responsibility for providing views to the relevant Police Commander and the Policing Board on policing matters.
- Identify and Prioritise particular issues of concern and prepare plans for how these can be tackled.
- Deliver against the Partnership Plan.
Outcomes:
- Increased understanding and awareness of what a crime is and how to report it.
- Education about hate crime.
- A comprehensive analysis of the current situation.
- Identification of key points/emerging trends.
- A planned pathway of actions based on issues/trends identified.
Who owns and who implements each element of the function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance?
Causeway Coast and Glens Policing & Community Safety Partnership - overall coordination and approval.
Fear of Crime Working Group - roll-out across the Council area and review of objectives.
Other policies etc. which have a bearing on this function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance?
Strategies:
- Causeway Coast and Glens Policing & Community Safety Partnership Strategic Assessment & Strategic Plan
- Causeway Coast and Glens Policing & Community Safety Partnership Annual Report
- Equality Scheme (renewed 2020)
- Equality Action Plan (2019-2023)
- Every Customer Counts Policy
- Information Governance Policies & Procedures
- Local Government Code of Conduct
Studies, Publications, Statistics and Guidance:
- Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency – Census 2011
- NINIS, Census 2011
Available Evidence
Evidence to help inform the screening process may take many forms. Public authorities should ensure that their screening decision is informed by relevant data.
What evidence/information (both qualitative and quantitative have you gathered to inform this function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance? Specify details for relevant Section 75 categories.
It is proposed that all Section 75 categories will be considered via:
- Quantitative evidence has been sourced via the NI Census in 2011 and the Northern Ireland Life and Times Survey 2020.
- Minutes from Causeway Coast and Glens Policing & Community Safety Partnership meetings.
Section 75 Category Details of Evidence/Information
- Mid-year 2020 NISRA statistics detailed the usual resident population of Causeway Coast & Glens Local Government District to be 144,900, accounting for 7.6% of the N.I. total. Statistical information with regards to the Districts makeup and individuals therein was also reviewed.
- It is also clear that the majority of our borough is rural in composition and therefore the specific needs of those individuals must be considered during screening to ensure they have an opportunity to participate and be heard.
Religious Beliefs
The 2011 Census outlined:
Census 2011 CC&G Borough Council Northern Ireland
Roman Catholic 36.97% 40.76%
Protestant & Other Christian (including Christian related) 48.44% 41.56%
Other Religions 0.59% 0.82%
None/Not stated 5.64% 6.75%
Individuals with disabilities, carers and supporters may have a variety of religious beliefs or viewpoints, however this is a cross community initiative which will support the inclusion of feedback from all residents.
Indirectly both individuals with and without a religious belief may benefit from future actions arising from the consultation feedback.
In addition, the consultation process will support the identification of any impact not presently identified
Political Opinion
The Northern Ireland Life and Times Survey (2020) provides the following information on the political parties people in Northern Ireland feel closest to (this information is not available at Council area level) :
%
DUP/Democratic Unionist Party 23
Sinn Féin 11
Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) 11
Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP) 14
Alliance Party 28
Green Party 4
Other Party 2
None of these 3
Don't know 3
Again, individuals with disabilities, carers and supporters may have a variety of political opinions or viewpoints, however this is a cross community initiative which will support the inclusion of feedback from all residents.
Indirectly both individuals with and without a political opinion may benefit from future actions arising from the consultation feedback.
In addition, the consultation process will support the identification of any impact not presently identified
Racial Group
On Census Day 27th March 2011 the resident population was:
N.I. (%) Rest of U.K. (%) ROI (%) Other Europe (%) Rest of World (%)
N.I. 88.84 4.56 2.09 2.51 1.99
Causeway Coast & Glens 91.02 4.99 1.42 1.45 1.06
Local Government District
This project may have a positive impact on this Section 75 category; as the communication materials and consultation documents have been provided in easy read. This will support individuals for whom English is not their first language or identify fear of crime which is related to race and or ethnicity. The promotion materials use plain English and clear representative pictures. The website translation tool will also support translation into the individuals first language if necessary.
It is anticipated that individuals from all racial backgrounds may benefit from future actions arising from the consultation feedback.
In addition, the consultation process will support the identification of any impact not presently identified.
Age
Age: (Mid Year 2020) (NISRA statistics)
CC&G Borough Council Northern Ireland
Under 15 28,600 (19.74%) 395,800 (20.88%)
16 - 64 89,200 (61.56%) 1,179,700 (62.24%)
65 - 84 23,900 (16.49%) 280,600 (14.80%)
85 and over 3,200 (2.21%) 39,400 (2.08%)
TOTAL Population 144,900 1,895,500
Mid-Year population estimates 2020 - NISRA By Council Area
Council 0-15 16-64 65-84 85 and over TOTAL
Antrim & Newtownabbey 29800 89400 21500 3000 143700
Ards & North Down 30000 97000 31000 4100 162100
Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon 48900 134200 30200 4000 217300
Belfast 68200 223100 43800 7400 342500
Causeway Coast & Glens 28600 89200 23900 3200 144900
Derry City & Strabane 32700 94900 21100 2400 151100
Fermanagh & Omagh 25400 71400 18000 2500 117300
Lisburn & Castlereagh 29600 91000 22600 3300 146500
Mid & East Antrim 26800 85700 23600 3300 139400
Mid Ulster 34800 92200 19300 2700 149000
Newry, Mourne & Down 41000 111600 25600 3500 181700
1895500
This project strives to have a positive effect on individuals from all age groups. The provision of communication materials and consultation documents in easy read will support inclusion.
In addition, the consultation process will support the identification of any impact not presently identified.
Marital Status
Marital Status:
Marital status by former legacy Council area (most recent figures available from Census 2011):
Census 2011 Ballymoney BC Coleraine BC Limavady BC Moyle DC
Single 32.68% 34.78% 36.64% 34.96%
Married 52.52% 48.88% 48.94% 49.03%
Civil Partnership 0.07% 0.06% 0.08% 0.08%
Separated 3.13% 3.15% 3.58% 3.66%
Divorced/Civil Partnership Dissolved 5.23% 6.13% 4.99% 5.11%
Widowed/Surviving Civil Partner 6.39% 7.00% 5.78% 7.15%
This project strives to have a positive impact on this Section 75 category; and acknowledges that individuals who live alone may have different fears with regards to crime.
It is anticipated that the consultation process will support the identification of any impact not presently identified.
Sexual Orientation
There are no specific figures available on how many people may be Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual or Trans-gender or Trans-sexual (LGBT) specific to the Council area.
The Northern Ireland Life and Times Survey (2020) provides the following information on the sexual orientation of people in Northern Ireland (this information is not available at local government level):
%
I am ‘gay’ or ‘lesbian’ (homosexual) 3
I am heterosexual or ‘straight’ 94
I am bi-sexual 2
Other 1
In addition the NI Rainbow Project estimates between 6-10% of any given population could be considered as LGBT.
This project strives to have a positive impact on this Section 75 category; and acknowledges that people’s perceptions with regards to an individual’s sexual orientation may be a factor in targeted crimes.
It is anticipated that the consultation process will support the identification of any impact not presently identified.
Men and Women Generally
Gender: (Mid Year 2019 Population Estimates)2
CC&G Borough Council Northern Ireland
Male 71,742 (49.5%) 932,717 (49.3%)
Female 73,096 (50.5%) 960,950 (50.7%)
The gender profile of staff is as follows:
Gender Total
Male 369
Female 277
This project strives to have a positive impact on this Section 75 category; and acknowledges that people’s perceptions with regards to an individual’s gender may be a factor in targeted crimes.
It is anticipated that the consultation process will support the identification of any impact not presently identified.
Dependants
The Census information in 2011 showed:
People With or Without Dependents:
Census 2011 CC&G Borough Council Northern Ireland
Number of households 54,970 721,860
Households with dependent children 15,597 (28.37%) 261,251 (36.19%)
Again, individuals with disabilities, carers and supporters may have various home life situations.
This Section 75 group may indirectly benefit from the increased understanding and future actions arising from the consultation feedback.
In addition, the consultation process will support the identification of any impact not presently identified.
Disability
People with a Disability/People Without:
People with a long term condition/illness by former legacy Council area (most recent figures available from Census 2011):
Census 2011 Ballymoney BC Coleraine BC Limavady BC Moyle DC
People with a long term condition/illness 30.6% 31.31% 31.05% 31.68%
People Without 69.4% 68.69% 68.95% 68.32%
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Long Term Condition:
Mobility or dexterity 19%
Long term pain or discomfort 17%
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing 14%
A chronic illness 11%
Deafness or partial hearing loss 9%
An emotional, psychological or mental health condition 9%
Other condition 9%
A learning, intellectual or social behaviour difficulty 3%
Frequent periods of confusion or memory loss 3%
Blindness or partial sight 3%
Communication difficulty 3%
Source: NINIS, Census 2011, KS302NI
Notes:
1. ‘Communication difficulty’ means a difficulty with speaking or making yourself understood.
2. ‘A mobility or dexterity difficulty’ means a condition that substantially limits one or more basic physical activities such as walking, climbing stairs, lifting or carrying.
3. ‘An emotional, psychological or mental health condition’ includes conditions such as depression or schizophrenia.
4. ‘Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing’ includes conditions such as asthma.
5. ‘A chronic illness’ includes illnesses such as cancer, HIV, diabetes, heart disease or epilepsy.
6. ‘Long-term’ refers to a condition which has lasted, or is expected to last, at least 12 months.
This project has been specifically developed to positively impact on individuals within this Section 75 category; and has been targeted at groups who may have previously been under-represented in the collation of feedback.
It is anticipated that the consultation process will identify various impacts currently unknown. As a result the actions developed will positively impact individuals within this Section 75 category.
Screening Questions
1. What is the likely impact on equality of opportunity for those affected by this function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance?
Section 75 Category:
Gender
Women Positive impact (it could benefit)
Men Positive impact (it could benefit)
Transgender men/women Positive impact (it could benefit)
Other please specify N/A
Reason: Indirectly the project will support the inclusion of all Section 75 categories and has included mitigation to do so. The action plan will then drive a cohesive change process by all partnership bodies.
Race
The categories used in the Race section are those used in the 2011 census. Consideration should be given to the needs of specific communities within the broad categories.
Asian Positive impact (it could benefit)
Black Positive impact (it could benefit)
Chinese Positive impact (it could benefit)
Mixed race Positive impact (it could benefit)
Other please specify N/A
Reason: Indirectly the project will support the inclusion of all Section 75 categories and has included mitigation to do so. The action plan will then drive a cohesive change process by all partnership bodies.
Disability
Long term health impairment could include mental health problems, asthma, heart conditions, chronic fatigue etc. Positive impact (it could benefit)
Reason: The project has been designed to directly support the inclusion of individuals within this Section 75 category and has included mitigation to do so. The action plan will then drive a cohesive change process across the other Section 75 categories by all partnership bodies.
Sexual orientation
Heterosexual, lesbian, gay men, bisexual, others Positive impact (it could benefit)
Reason: Indirectly the project will support the inclusion of all Section 75 categories and has included mitigation to do so. The action plan will then drive a cohesive change process by all partnership bodies.
Age
Older People Positive impact (it could benefit)
Younger people and children Positive impact (it could benefit)
Reason: Indirectly the project will support the inclusion of all Section 75 categories and has included mitigation to do so. The action plan will then drive a cohesive change process by all partnership bodies.
Political Opinion
Positive impact (it could benefit)
Reason: Indirectly the project will support the inclusion of all Section 75 categories and has included mitigation to do so. The action plan will then drive a cohesive change process by all partnership bodies.
Religious Belief
Positive impact (it could benefit)
Reason: Indirectly the project will support the inclusion of all Section 75 categories and has included mitigation to do so. The action plan will then drive a cohesive change process by all partnership bodies.
Martial Status
Positive impact (it could benefit)
Reason: Indirectly the project will support the inclusion of all Section 75 categories and has included mitigation to do so. The action plan will then drive a cohesive change process by all partnership bodies.
Dependants
Positive impact (it could benefit)
Reason: Indirectly the project will support the inclusion of all Section 75 categories and has included mitigation to do so. The action plan will then drive a cohesive change process by all partnership bodies.
Screening Questions
2. Are there opportunities to better promote equality of opportunity for people within any of the Section 75 categories?
Gender
(Women, Men, Transgender men/women , Other please specify)
Individuals of all genders will be encouraged to not only take part but also have a voice that matters. To do so there have been many mitigation measures put in place to support equality of opportunity.
Race
The categories used in the Race section are those used in the 2011 census. Consideration should be given to the needs of specific communities within the broad categories.
(Asian, Black, Chinese, Mixed race, White, Other please specify)
Individuals of all races will be encouraged to not only take part but also have a voice that matters. To do so there have been many mitigation measures put in place to support equality of opportunity.
Disability
(Long term health impairment could include mental health problems, asthma, heart conditions, chronic fatigue etc.)
Individuals with various disabilities including those that are hidden will be encouraged to not only take part but also have a voice that matters. To do so there have been many mitigation measures put in place to support equality of opportunity.
Sexual orientation
(Heterosexual, lesbian, gay men, bisexual, others)
Individuals who have various sexual orientations will be encouraged to not only take part but also have a voice that matters. To do so there have been many mitigation measures put in place to support equality of opportunity.
Age
(Older People, Younger people and children)
Individuals of various ages will be encouraged to not only take part but also have a voice that matters. To do so there have been many mitigation measures put in place to support equality of opportunity.
Political Opinion
Individuals who have various political opinions will be encouraged to not only take part but also have a voice that matters. To do so there have been many mitigation measures put in place to support equality of opportunity.
Religious Belief
Individuals who have various religious beliefs will be encouraged to not only take part but also have a voice that matters. To do so there have been many mitigation measures put in place to support equality of opportunity.
Marital Status
Individuals of various marital statuses will be encouraged to not only take part but also have a voice that matters. To do so there have been many mitigation measures put in place to support equality of opportunity.
Dependants
Individuals with and without dependents will be encouraged to not only take part but also have a voice that matters. To do so there have been many mitigation measures put in place to support equality of opportunity.
Screening Questions
3. To what extent is the policy likely to impact on good relations between people of different religious belief, political opinion or racial group?
Section 75 Category: Religious Belief
Details of policy impact: The service is available to all and there are currently no determined impacts on good relations.
Level of impact: None
Section 75 Category: Political Opinion
Details of policy impact: The service is available to all and there are currently no determined impacts on good relations.
Level of impact: None
Section 75 Category: Racial Group
Details of policy impact: The service is available to all and there are currently no determined impacts on good relations.
Level of impact: None
Screening Questions
4. Are there opportunities to better promote good relations between people of different religious belief, political opinion or racial group?
Religious Belief: No. The service is available to all irrespective of religious belief which means it is unlikely to provide opportunities to improve these relations
Political Opinion. No. The service is available to all irrespective of political opinion which means it is unlikely to provide opportunities to improve these relations
Racial Group. No The service is available to all irrespective of racial group which means it is unlikely to provide opportunities to improve these relations
Additional Considerations
Generally speaking people can fall into more than one Section 75 category. Taking this into consideration, are there any potential impacts of the function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance on people with multiple identities? (For example: disabled minority ethnic people, disabled women, young Protestant men, young lesbians, gay and bisexual people.)
This policy is available for individuals with various multiple identities for example mothers with disabilities or who are carers etc. Individuals for whom the project was created have been part of the co-creation process and will continue to play a major part in the project going forward.
Provide details of data on the impact of the function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance on people with multiple identities. Specify the relevant Section 75 categories concerned.
The service aims to support individuals with multiple identities and tools to support this have been incorporated into the project to support both its co-creation and on-going involvement.
Disability Considerations
Is there an opportunity to better promote positive attitudes towards disabled people by altering this function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance?
No
The project itself has been designed to identify ways to promote positive attitudes as well as supporting disabled people to deal with poor attitudes towards themselves.
Is there an opportunity to encourage participation by disabled people in public life by altering this function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance?
No
Participation by disabled people will be an integral part of this project.
Screening Decision
Likely Impact: None
If the decision is to subject the policy to an equality impact assessment (i.e. likely impact – Major), please provide details of the reasons for this:
N/A
If the decision is not to conduct an equality impact assessment (i.e. likely impact = Minor) the Council should consider if the policy should be mitigated or an alternative policy be introduced:
The project has included mitigation and the need for additional adjustments will be kept under review.
If the decision is not to conduct an equality impact assessment (i.e. likely impact = None), please provide details of the reasons for this:
The project does not adversely impact on any grouping, in addition mitigation has been included and the need for additional adjustments will be kept under review.
Mitigation
When the Council concludes that the likely impact is ‘Minor’ and an equality impact assessment is not to be conducted, the Council may consider mitigation to lessen the severity of any equality impact, or the introduction of an alternative policy to better promote equality of opportunity or good relations.
Can the policy/decision be amended or changed or an alternative policy introduced to better promote equality of opportunity and/or good relations?
No
If YES, give the reasons to support your decision, together with the proposed changes/amendments or alternative policy:
N/A
Timetabling And Prioritising
If the policy/decision has been ‘screened in’ for equality impact assessment, then please answer the following questions to determine its priority for timetabling the equality impact assessment.
On a scale of 1 to 3, with 1 being the lowest priority and 3 the highest, assess the policy in terms of its priority for equality impact assessment.
Priority Criterion Rating (1 to 3)
Effect on equality of opportunity and good relations N/A
Social Need N/A
Effect on people’s daily lives N/A
Relevance to the Council’s functions N/A
Monitoring
Please outline proposals for future monitoring of the policy/decision:
The project will be reviewed at the completion of each project stage with an overall review upon its completion.