Phishing
Phishing is when random emails are sent to an individual or business, pretending to be from a genuine company or bank, in an attempt to trick customers into disclosing their personal account information.
If customers do disclose this information, it is in fact entered into a bogus website operated by the fraudsters. The criminals have subsequently captured your personal information to use for fraudulent purposes.
These phishing emails usually claim that it is necessary for customers to 'update' or 'verify' your customer account information, by clicking on a link from the email which takes you to the bogus website.
Stay safe on transport
Read our tips about how you can keep yourself safe when you're making a journey, whether you are using public transport, driving or taking a taxi.
When taking public transport, remember that in most circumstances you are safest where there are other people and where it is well lit.
If travelling by car, on approaching your vehicle have your car keys ready in your hand. Check the rear seats and the floor before getting into your car.
If you are going out late, try to pre-book a taxi. Check that the taxi that arrives is the one you ordered. Make a note of the company you are using and their phone number, and leave it with a friend.
Young people and drugs
Most drugs are illegal, so taking or possessing them is a crime.
Talk to your children about drugs from an early age. It's important they know they can be honest with you.
In an emergency
If you suspect someone has taken an overdose:
Phone 999 for an ambulance
Put them in the recovery position if they are unconscious
Make sure there is good ventilation in the room and that there are no obstructions in their mouth
Speak calmly and reassuringly to them
Tell the paramedics what drugs they have taken, if you know. This information could save their life