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National awareness days this February |
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 Safer Internet Day
Safe & sound is supporting Safer Internet Day on 9 February and helping everyone to stay safe online.
Join the conversation using #SaferInternetDay
If you're a parent or carer there are resources available to help talk to your children.
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Stay safe this Valentine's Day
Are you using dating apps this Valentine's Day? Make sure you stay safe online.
Unwanted attention? Stalking is when a person is obsessed with another and the attention is unwanted and provokes fear.
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Help for victims of domestic abuse
People are being asked to stay at home to protect the NHS and save lives. If domestic abuse means home isn’t your safe place we can help.
Victims of domestic abuse can get help and support by calling Dudley borough’s single point of contact number 01384 455411, or text/ WhatsApp 07384 466181
(9am to 9pm weekdays), in an emergency dial 999.
Find out more about domestic abuse.
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 Nitrous oxide is no laughing matter
Canisters have been found in our parks, green spaces and lying around on the streets, it’s important to know the dangers and educate others.
Find out more.
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 Working together
safe & sound – Dudley’s community safety partnership works together to keep Dudley a safe borough.
The partnership wants to make sure you know where to go for advice and support. Visit our help-hub.
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 Hate crime
In these difficult times it’s even more important to think before you speak.
A hate crime is when someone is hostile to another person because of their disability, gender identity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
Don't be afraid to report a hate crime.
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Fake news
Fake news is the spreading of news stories online that are invented, distort the facts, or are not news at all, but made to look as if they are. Check before you share: https://sharechecklist.gov.uk/
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Be scam aware
The Scams Unit, Dudley Trading Standards raise awareness about scams and support Dudley residents who have experienced scams. If you or someone you know is worried about scams through: phone calls, text messages, post, online or rogue traders and doorstep callers then call us on 01384 818871 or or learn more about scams online.
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Scam Warning!
We would like to remind people that you will never be charged for the Covid vaccine. If you are invited to receive the vaccine you will not be required to share your bank details. Do not share your bank details with any unknown source!
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