Where possible, don’t walk around at night on your own. If you have to, walk with purpose and direction, try to stay in well-lit, crowded areas, and try not to get your phone out as it makes you, and your phone, an easy target for thieves

• Do not be over-protective over your belongings; you can get a new phone and you can order new bank cards. Your priority is to think about getting yourself away from a potentially dangerous situation
• Spread your personal belongings - try not to keep all your valuables in your bag or in one place so that should the worst happen, you don’t have to give up everything
• If getting a taxi, use a valid taxi service or online cab checker to confirm it is licenced or send the registration number to a friend

ROAD SAFETY

Things to Remember when Travelling by Foot

• Don’t walk and talk/text on your phone – this makes you vulnerable to people around you as your senses are not alert – especially if you are crossing the road; you are at risk of not seeing danger
• You should cross the road at the designated crossing; this ensures you do not miss a hidden side road from which a vehicle could swing out
• Wait for the green man; don’t dart out or run – you are at risk of falling or being caught off guard
• Don’t listen to loud music when walking/crossing the road – you are at risk of missing an important warning sign

Things to Remember when Travelling by Bus/Train

• Don’t stand too close to the edge of the pavement
• Take your time – don’t run to catch public transport; there will always be another bus or train! You are at risk of getting harm running towards a departing bus or train
• Don’t play loud music/videos on your phone – people are entitled to a peaceful journey
• Remember that everything you do or say gives an impression of you – think about the language you are using
• Plan your journey in advance as much as possible and make sure you know your route and stop
• Check the times of the last buses, Tubes and trains
• Have your ticket, pass or change ready so your purse or wallet is out of sight and keep bags zipped and valuables secure
• Look out for Help Points and passenger alarms - use them if you feel threatened. These will connect you to a member of staff 

Things to remember when cycling

• Wear bright colours or reflective strips so that all cars can see you
• Do not listen to headphones as you may miss a warning sign from another vehicle
• Do not overtake large vehicles (buses; vans) from the inside (along the curbside) as they have blind spots and may not see you!!
• You should always wear a helmet when cycling to protect yourself in an accident
• You should have lights on your bike when cycling in the evening
• Have your bike serviced once a year to ensure it is working at its safest level
• Try to lock your bike in a designated parking facility
• Don't leave your bike in the same place every day
• Secure your bike safely by locking both wheels and the frame to the cycle stand or another immovable object
• Register your cycle

Want more information?

www.rospa.com/road-safety
think.direct.gov.uk