Whilst your ‘out of office’ may be on, we’re still here. Officers will be on dedicated night time patrols across the county. Please speak to them if you have any concerns

Working with partners to ensure aides such as street pastors and taxi marshals are in place. They can help direct you and ensure you're getting home safely.

Officers and licensed venues have been working closely together through the PubWatch scheme - this is where premises have a direct line to police support to help spot and stop any issues early on.

We have been raising awareness of the consequences of drink driving through our Christmas drink drive campaign. If you see a drink driver in action, call 999. If you have information about someone who habitually drink drives, please call 101 or report it online through our website either using the reporting form or the live chat function.

Taking a taxi? It is perfectly reasonable to ask for a driver's ID. This helps ensure taxis are licensed and from a reputable firm. A genuine, reliable driver will not mind showing you their I.D.

By offering to repay the favour, you could assign a designated driver on a night out who will stay sober. Drink driving could cost you your job and driving license, and you could even still be over the limit the next day, even if you feel fine.

Hollie Guard is a useful personal safety tool. Read more here.

Ensuring phones are fully charged before you go out - or carrying a portable charger - especially if you're relying on your phone to get home or for contact.

Having a meeting place agreed in case phones lose battery or stop working.

If things get heated, make the choice to walk away - and encourage your friends to as well. We’re sure you’d rather be in the spirit – and not in trouble – this Christmas.