Building Safer Communities: national and local partners & communities working together to reduce unintentional injury in Scotland
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Safer Communities retweeted
22 Jun 2023
New powers to reduce the negative impact of fireworks come into force today.
Firework Control Zones allow local authorities to restrict the use of fireworks in specific areas, including on private property such as gardens.
More ➡️ bit.ly/44gGW5h
ALT Text: It is a criminal offence to ignite a firework, or knowingly throw a lit firework in a control zone.
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Safer Communities retweeted
13 Jun 2023
In 2021 the @UN General Assembly declared July 25
World #DrowningPrevention Day.
In support of this, Water Safety Scotland will be
hosting a free water safety event for the public to
visit.
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Safer Communities retweeted
23 Jan 2023
Today we're launching our NEW #HateCrime campaign as part of #HMD2023
Many thanks to Equalities Minister @ChristinaSNP and @ScotGovFairer for supporting.
More info - crimestoppers-uk.org/fearles…
ALT Minister for Equalities Christina McKelvie stands in front of school lockers wearing navy suit holding blue square sign that reads 'hate has no place in Scotland
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Safer Communities retweeted
15 Jan 2023
We're launching a NEW hate crime campaign soon to coincide with #HolocaustMemorialDay on 27th Jan.
If you are a school, youth organisation or charity and would like to be sent our digital assets to use - DM me and they'll be sent out this week 😊
ALT Blue square with text that reads - hate has no place in Scotland. Fearless, part of Crimestoppers logo
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Safer Communities retweeted
3 Jan 2023
Do you have a home emergency kit prepared?
It will help you and your loved ones know what to do in case of an emergency.
For tips on how to build your kit, visit ready.scot/prepare/emergency… @ReadyScotland @theBSCprogramme
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This #NationalBubbleBathDay we want to remind you that while bath seats are great for supporting a baby, they’re NOT safety aids. A baby shouldn’t be left alone in one even for a moment. They can easily wriggle or slip out, or the seat can tip over and immerse the baby in water.
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Safer Communities retweeted
23 Dec 2022
Christmas dinner is wrapped up, and you want to take a well-deserved nap...keep in mind extra sleep can play havoc with spines.
Our '12 Steps to Stay Safe This Festive Season' guide on MyRoSPA features guidance on preventing back injuries.
👉 my.rospa.com/
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Safer Communities retweeted
22 Dec 2022
While some of us will be going for long winter walks, followed by comforting hot drinks, others may be heading out for festive parties and celebrations.
If you learn you are going to be near water, be aware of the risks.
Learn the Water Safety Code: ow.ly/JZrG50LZcvn
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Safer Communities retweeted
19 Dec 2022
Watch the full incredible story here youtu.be/skPTsv5VipQ
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20 Dec 2022
Partnership Approach to Water Safety (PAWS) groups work. The rescue ring used in the rescue of three young girls this summer was implemented by a PAWS group youtu.be/skPTsv5VipQ
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Safer Communities retweeted
22 Dec 2022
Worried about crime in your hometown? You can pass on information about crime 100% anonymously at fearless.org
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Buy toys safely this Christmas. Button battery compartments should be secured so children cannot access them. Button batteries are dangerous to children if swallowed. #christmassafety22
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18 Dec 2022
Stay safe when out and about today especially if you are near the water
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16 Dec 2022
⚠️ We’re urging you to take extra care around open water, especially if frozen.
🐶 Keep your dogs on leads and stay away from the edge when walking alongside water.
❄️ NEVER go into the water or onto the ice after your dog.
📞 In an emergency, call 9️⃣9️⃣9️⃣
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Buy toys safely this Christmas. Button battery compartments should be secured so children cannot access them. Button batteries are dangerous to children if swallowed. #christmassafety22
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Safer Communities retweeted
15 Dec 2022
Thanks to @scottishprisons YOI Polmont for having our @CashBackScot #VOWProject in yesterday. Our officers and mentors spoke to young people about unlocking potential and achieving #positiveoutcomes.
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Safer Communities retweeted
16 Dec 2022
Are you ready for winter? ❄
@readyscot has advice and support to help you plan for bad weather and other emergencies
For tips on how to protect yourself, your neighbours and your community visit ready.scot
@ScottishEPA @theBSCprogramme @metofficeScot @RedCrossScot
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Safer Communities retweeted
12 Dec 2022
Water Safety Scotland issues ice safety advice
As temperatures in Scotland head in a downward trajectory, Water Safety Scotland is issuing a warning about the dangers that frozen-over water bodies present.
midlothianview.com/news/wate…
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Safer Communities retweeted
12 Dec 2022
I have two boys, 7 & 11 who love this winter weather, but it can go wrong so quickly. Please talk to your kids about the dangers. Heartbreaking news today and my thoughts are with all their families and the responding blue light teams. 💔
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