If you’re planning on celebrating Halloween, make sure you stay safe and remember, not everyone likes to join in.
Bassetlaw District Council and Nottinghamshire Police are teaming up to provide plenty of top tips that you can follow to ensure you and those around you are celebrating Halloween in a safe and fun way.
Here are some helpful tips to ensure your evening doesn’t turn into a nightmare when trick or treating:
- Being careful whilst crossing roads.
- Trick-or-treating in a group, not alone.
- Letting an adult know when you are leaving or expected to return.
- Respecting signs that ask that you do not trick-or-treat at their house.
- Keeping tricks fun – do not vandalise people’s properties and belongings.
- Keep to well-lit areas and don't take shortcuts through gardens or alleyways.
- Choose silent fireworks for the benefit of people’s pets.
- Be aware of unexpected callers around Halloween and beyond. Remember that official visitors should make an appointment beforehand and should not pressure you into purchasing goods or services.
Cllr Lynne Schuller, Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing said: “We want to make sure those celebrating Halloween can do so in as safe a way as possible, while being respectful of those who choose not to join in.
“We know for so many of our children and young people can get carried away with the excitement and fun but please make them and everyone in our communities as safe as you can.”
Sergeant Mark Talbot, of Nottinghamshire Police said: “Halloween is a time for fun and festivities, and we want everyone to enjoy it safely and respectfully.
“Whilst 'tricks' are part of the tradition, we would ask that people avoid behaviour that could cause distress or inconvenience to others, especially vulnerable residents.
“To ensure Halloween remains an enjoyable experience for everyone, we would encourage our communities to be mindful when celebrating. Our officers will be carrying out additional patrols to help provide a safe environment for all.
“If you or anyone you know feels unsafe or is in immediate danger, always call the police on 999 in an emergency.”
Residents who would rather that people did not trick or treat at their homes can put up a poster in their window to explain this. This can be downloaded from the Council’s website, www.bassetlaw.gov.uk/community-and-living/halloween/ or is available from customer services.
Last Updated on Tuesday, October 22, 2024