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Act responsibly: Advice to help keep everyone safe on a night out

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09:13 08/06/2021

Our officers will be out in the county's towns to help keep you safe while you enjoy yourself, and we're also sharing advice to help you.

Read more via the links below.

Advice for acting responsibly

  • Think twice. A bad hangover might last a day, but a criminal record can last for life
  • Everyone’s been living for the weekend forever, but don’t let it go to your head – know your limits
  • Don’t be that one person who spoils the night – make sure the only thing you regret is a hangover
  • Consent is everything, so if you’re looking to hook up, be respectful, act responsibly and stay safe. No always means no
  • Peer pressure isn’t cool – if you’re the one always encouraging friends to drink more than they should, are you really a friend?

Advice for enjoying a safe night out

  • Plan how you’re going to get home and arrange a lift or book a taxi in your name
  • Make sure your phone is fully charged before you go out
  • Stick with your friends and choose a meeting point where you’ll wait for each other if you get separated
  • If talking to a stranger, stay in a public place, if you feel uncomfortable, leave and go somewhere others will see you
  • Always keep the number of a reliable taxi firm with you. Avoid minicabs or private-hire cars that tout for business and are unlicensed
  • When the taxi arrives, check it’s the one you booked. If in doubt, don’t get in
  • Never accept a lift from a stranger
  • Be aware of what you are drinking – if someone offers to buy you a drink, go with them to the bar and watch the drink being poured, and keep an eye on your drink at all times
  • If you need help on a night out, or are worried about someone else, report concerns to venue staff, police or street pastors. In an emergency, always call 999

Further advice

Read crime prevention advice to guard against drink-spiking and date rape drugs.

Read advice on protecting yourself against robbery.

Read advice on dealing with a potentially violent situation.

Browse all our crime prevention advice.

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