General advice and help for student personal safety

Let an adult you trust know where you are going and when you will return.If your plans change, try to ring or text someone to tell them what time you’ll be

home.

Most payphones and mobiles will let you dial 999 even if you have no money or credit.

Stick to streets that you know, or keep to busy areas.

Avoid shortcuts through wooded areas, car parks or alleys.

If you're on a bus on your own, pick a seat downstairs near the driver.

On a train, find a carriage with lots of people in it.

Be streetwise. Keep valuables out of sight.Cash, jewellery, mobiles and MP3 players are all tempting targets.