Community safety - September 2024 edition

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safe & sound - community safety update

September 2024 | www.dudleysafeandsound.org | #SafeInDudley

     Safer students

Student safety

With the start of the new academic year both new and existing university students are advised to be aware of the five types of fraud aimed towards them and how they can protect themselves.

🛑 Bullying

Back to school can be difficult for many reasons. Bullying might be one of them. It can physical, verbal, emotional, or cyber. If you’re worried someone's being bullied, check out our help hub page.

     Home safety   |    Domestic abuse

Home safety

Many people don’t secure their shed or garage in the same way they do their homes - often using an easy-to-break lock or padlock to protect valuable contents such as a car, bike or lawnmower.

Suicide prevention

Domestic abuse is known to cause depression, post-traumatic stress, anxiety and in some cases suicide. There is help and support if you are thinking about suicide visit, or if you know someone who is.

          Business safety    |   WMFS on WhatsApp

Business robbery

Business robbery is when items are stolen from commercial premises such as a shop or a factory using violence or threats. West Midlands Police tells how to help prevent it – securing your shop from shoplifters.

West Midlands Fire Service on WhatsApp

WMFS WhatsApp channel is now live! Use it to receive crucial updates on significant incidents, traffic/transport disruption info, and key safety messages directly to your phone.

  Chimney safety | Autumn forums

Chimney safety

Autumn community forums

Residents are invited to the autumn round of community events to meet with local councillors and the police. Locals will get the chance to have their say and discuss what is good about their area and what can be made better.👇