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Hi Resident If you find this information helpful please “rate” this message at the bottom (very quick and simple). Every year we receive many calls from people who have been frightened by trick or treaters. It might seem like innocent fun, but it can be terrifying for a lot of people, so please respect ‘No Trick or Treat’ signs this Halloween. If you could forward this onto anyone who you feel would benefit that would be great. Further advice: Elderly and/or vulnerable people: If you do not know who is calling at your house, you do not need to open the door.Try to see who is at the door by looking through a spy hole or window before opening the door.If you have a chain on your door – keep this in place when opening the door.If you feel threatened in your home, contact the police. Children and their parents: If your child is going outside in a costume, make sure they are wearing reflective clothing or add reflective tape to their clothes.Carry a torch and consider road safety at all times.If your child is going out trick or treating, make sure they go out in a group, preferably accompanied by an adult.Older children should let you know where they are going and what time they will be back.Children should carry a mobile phone in a pocket or bag.Make sure your children know not to enter anyone's house or to accept lifts from strangers.Not everyone appreciates trick or treaters turning up at their door - look out for the 'No tricker or treaters poster' displayed in windows.Be respectful to others property if they don't answer the door or offer a treat. Playing trick could get you into trouble and may amount to a criminal offence. |
