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Keeping Safe when you're out

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Don't panic!

When you're out and about, it is easy to feel nervous, especially if you are in a place you don't know well. But being attacked by a stranger is actually very rare.

You can also do lots of things to help yourself feel and be safer.

Before going out...

It may seem a bit boring, but the best way to avoid problems later is to make sure you're well prepared:

When you're out and about...

When you're out, walk quickly and confidently. Stick to routes you know well, and avoid shortcuts, especially after dark. Keep to busy, open well lit areas.

Most of all, look confident - you are less likely to be attacked if you appear confident and aware of your surroundings.

When you're having fun...

Good nights out don't end with a fight or something being stolen. Don't be a target for thieves. Take care of your friends. Learn to avoid trouble.

Find out more about alcohol and safer drinking.

Out on a date...

Going out on a date should be exciting and fun. But things can go wrong, even if the other person is someone you know well. Always take precautions:

Find out more about sex and safer sex.

On your way home...

Don't wait until the end of the night to find out how you're going to get home. Know when your last bus or train leaves, and have a back-up plan ready in case there's a problem with that. Safety tips:

Make sure you know what to do in an emergency.

Good websites for finding out about Personal Safety

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