The Universities Neighbourhood Policing Team has recently informed us of an increase in the number of fake taxis in the Bournemouth area.
If you need to use a taxi, please always use a licenced one – these are always clearly marked and the drivers ID should always be displayed in the vehicle. If not, you can always request to see it.ÌýPlease alsoÌý²¹±¹´Ç¾±»åÌýusing any Facebook groups which offer cheap lifts to or from town. Using these groups is extremely dangerous as the drivers are unknown and not vetted.
You should also takeÌýcareÌýwhen walking home during the darker evenings. Help to keep yourself and your friendsÌýsafe byÌýnot walking home alone andÌýstaying in well lit areas. Did you know that you can also buy a personal alarmÌýfrom the SUÖ÷²¥ÓÕ»ó shop on Talbot Campus?
For more useful safety advice, go to theÌýÌýwebsite, theÌýÌýon the Ö÷²¥ÓÕ»ó website orÌýtheÌýÌýwebsite.