With the festive season almost upon us, it’s worth taking stock of our ‘elf & safety tips!

• Secure your home. Make sure you lock your windows and doors. Even if you’re at home, it’s worth locking up.
• Make sure any valuables in your home can’t be seen by passersby. Keep presents out of sight. 
• If you’re heading out, consider leaving a light on when you go out or use a timer to switch lights on and off. Whatever you do, don’t leave Christmas tree lights and other decorations powered on as they could be a fire hazard.
• Make sure you don’t make it easy for a burglar to break into your home with your own tools. Lock up garden tools, ladders or anything else that might help a thief commit a crime.
• Make sure you keep your handbag or wallet close at all times. Keep your purse or wallet secure and out of sight as much as possible.
• Put your shopping in the boot of your car if possible. Don’t leave bags out in the open on the seat. Lock your doors while driving.