- Be alert and respond to what is going on in the village
- Report anyone acting suspiciously to the Police and let your neighbours know
- Keep an eye on neighbour’s property if they are out at work or when they are away on holiday
- Make sure a key holder can be contacted if your burglar alarm goes off and that they are informed of what action to take
- Before going away make sure that you leave a key with a trustworthy and responsible neighbour/friend who can come in and pull curtains, collect post and maybe turn lights on and off
- Offer support to elderly or vulnerable neighbours who maybe more at risk from bogus callers
- Make an effort to know your neighbours – being involved in the Neighbourhood Watch Scheme is a good way to do this
- Ask your neighbour to accept/take in parcels or special deliveries if you are unable to be at home
- Support each other as a community to help resolve any anti-social behaviour for example fly tipping, dog fouling, abandoned vehicles etc
- Think about your own security and seek advice if needed from your Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinator in the village. Who will be only too willing to help you
Philip Giorgi
Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinator