Log on for tips to stay safe on nights out

August 26, 2011 by admin
Filed under Choosing Lingerie

Published on Fri Aug 26 08:50:48 BST 2011

REVELLERS in South Tyneside can now check Facebook for tips on keeping safe on nights out.

Northumbria Police now have a dedicated page for their ‘Keys, money, phone, plans to get home?’ campaign, and want people to log on to share their safety tips.

The borough’s pubs and clubs are expected to be full over the bank holiday weekend, and cops want people to plan nights out carefully to avoid getting into trouble.

Temporary deputy chief constable Jim Campbell said: “We have some excellent nightlife in the area, which is popular with locals and visitors.

“We want people to be able to enjoy a night out safely, and make the most of the bars, pubs and clubs without compromising their safety.

“We also want visitors to the area to remember their time here for all the right reasons.

“We’re asking people to play their part in keeping themselves safe, by taking simple steps such as pre-booking a taxi home, sticking with your friends and making sure you don’t make yourself vulnerable by drinking so much, you can’t look after yourself safely.”

Police issued the following tips:

n Look out for friends, and arrange a safe meeting place in case of getting separated.

n Save an ‘in case of emergency’ number in mobile phones.

n Stash some cash in case you lose your purse or wallet.

n Know your alcohol limit and always stay in control.

n Plan how you’re getting home. Pre-book a taxi, or check where a taxi rank is.

The Facebook page can be found at www.facebook.com/northumbriapolice/keysmoneyphone

paul.clifford@northeast-press.co.uk