Top tips for
personal safety

• Do not leave your drinks unattended or accept drinks from strangers as this could lead to your drink being spiked.
• Stay with your friends on nights out as there is safety in numbers and try to avoid arguments – people often say things they regret or become more aggressive while drinking
• Plan your journey home in advance by arranging to book a taxi home or making use of the night bus services on a Friday and Saturday.
• Never use an unregistered taxi.
• Do not drink and drive or travel with anyone drinking and driving
• Avoid drinking on an empty stomach and don’t drink too quickly.
• Remember to alternate your drinks with soft drinks as these will help you stay hydrated.
• Make sure you wrap up appropriately for a night out as despite recent good weather it is still very cold at night especially as alcohol lowers the body temperature
• Following a night out when you have been drinking try to have two alcohol-free days especially when you have over done it.