Personal Safety affects us all, whatever age, sex or race.  Below are some suggestions on how you can protect yourself and your belongings:

• Be aware of your surroundings
• Keep items such as wallets, purses, mobile phones, IPods out of sight and secure
• Don’t advertise that you have lots of money, a chequebook, and credit cards with you; if you don't need them don't take them
• When out drinking, don’t leave your drink unattended: use spikeys or alcotops which can be purchased from most bars and supermarkets.
• Property mark your possessions so that they can easily be returned if lost or found by the Police. 
• If you travel by taxi, especially late at night, then you should use officially registered Taxis or Private Hire Companies.  Do not consider getting into just any vehicle waiting outside a venue.
• Carry a personal alarm if out on your own

If you require any further advice on Personal Safety please contact the:

Community Safety Unit

The Annexe

Police Station

Ashford

TN23 1BT

Tel: 01233 660747

Email: csu@ashford.gov.uk