Safety Advice

From home security to large community initiatives such as key holder schemes and no cold calling zones, this section provides lots of advice to keep you safe and help others do the same.

Personal safety

Lots of simple tips for when you’re out and about, inlcuding using public transport and what to do if your car breaks down.

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Safer homes

Everything from locks and fire alarms to child safety online and guarding your personal information.

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Safer neighbourhoods

There are many things you and your community can do to make your neighbourhood safer.

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Fire safety

Advice on protecting your home against fire and making an escape plan in case fire does break out.

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Mobile, internet & identity safety

Ideas for staying safe online, protecting your identity and keeping your personal electronics safe.

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