Top tips for your safety on nights out during Freshers!

Tuesday 22-09-2015 - 17:07

Hi everyone,

We hope you're all having an amazing Freshers experience so far and getting settled into student life!

We want you all to have the best time when you go out in the evenings, and we want you to be safe!

Here are some tips about how to avoid getting your drinks spiked and good general info to get the most out of your nights out!

Look after each other, be safe and have an excellent time!

1. never leave your drink unattended and keep an eye on your friends' drinks

2. don't accept a drink from someone you don't know

3. consider sticking to bottled drinks and avoiding punch bowls or jugs of cocktails

4. don't give out your address to someone you've just met

5. if you think your drink has been tampered with, don't drink it – tell a trusted friend or relative immediately

6. before going out, let someone know where you're going and what time you expect to be home

7. make plans for your journey home

8. avoid taking expensive equipment with you or anything that could be a target for thieves