Personal

What measures can you take to prevent crime from happening to you?
Crime might not be directed against you but maybe to your belongings.

Here are some subjects which could be of interest.

Note the further links at the bottom of this page dealing with some topics not covered in the standard literature.

Be Safe, Be Secure

This Home Office booklet is a practical guide to crime prevention covering a wide range of issues i.e. personal safety, possessions, racial harassment, help for the elderly, alcohol and drugs, keeping children safe, and looking after your home.

Protect Your Phone

A leaflet from the Home Office about mobile phone security. Covers registration, recording of information about your phone and reporting of theft.

The Tunstall Alarm

This is a leaflet from Tunstall Ltd about their personal reassurance equipment and service that works in conjunction with your telephone. It enables contact with a professional carer at any time, whether for reassurance or for action in the event of a domestic accident, for example in your home or garden. Details of friends, family and medical support can be held at the call centre to enable swift contact.