Stay safe at Halloween

A number of measures can be taken by parents, children and vulnerable members of the community to ensure the celebrations are carried out without problems.

• If your child is wearing a costume make sure they it doesn't restrict movement or that masks don't restrict vision. Face paints may be preferable.
• If your child is going outside in a costume - make sure they are wearing reflective clothing or add reflective tape to their clothes.
• Carry a torch and consider road safety at all times.
• If your child is going out trick or treating - make sure they go out in a group preferably accompanied by an adult.
• Older children should let you know where they are going and what time they will be back.
• Children should carry a mobile phone in pockets or bags.
• Make sure your children know not to enter anyone's house or to accept lifts from strangers.

Some advice for the elderly or vulnerable members of our community staying home this Halloween:

• If you do not know who is calling at your house you do not need to open the door
• Try to see who is at the door by looking through a spy hole or window before opening the door
• If you have a chain on your door - keep this in place when opening the door.
• If you feel threatened in your home please contact police.