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PERSONAL SAFETY
The UK is generally
safe place to live. Nevertheless, there can be problems in
certain areas, so you should take some simple, sensible
precautions. Here are ten tips for a safe stay.
1. Make a note
of all your credit card and bank card numbers and your passport
number. Keep this note in a safe place in your accommodation.
2. Never carry large amounts of cash. Be careful of your
handbag, purse or wallet when you are in crowded places,
especially airports, stations and crowded streets.
3. If your credit cards, bank cards or passport are
stolen, report the theft to the police immediately, and notify
your bank. You will need a crime number from the police for any
insurance claim or to get a replacement passport.
4. Be vigilant when withdrawing cash from an ATM machine;
make sure no one is looking over your shoulder at your PIN
number.
5. Avoid dark and lonely streets and subways. If you are
out at night by yourself, try to keep to busy, well-lit areas.
Be cautious about speaking to strangers at night.
6. If anyone does threaten you and demand your money or
other valuables, do not resist – give up your money and
valuables. Then report the incident to the police as soon as
possible.
7. Mobile phone theft is increasing in the UK. Be very
vigilant when using your phone in public. It is possible to
security mark the battery and phone with your postcode and
street number.
8. If you have a car, never leave it unlocked. In
addition, either fit an alarm to the car, or use an extra lock
that can be fitted to the steering wheel or gear stick. The
locks are not expensive, and you can find them at car accessory
shops.
9. Do not leave anything valuable in the car. If you do
have to leave anything in the car, put it in the boot, out of
sight.
10. Traffic in cities is heavy and drivers can be
impatient, so be careful when crossing roads on foot. Use a
pedestrian crossing if there is one, and look both ways before
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