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NEWS AND ALERTS - BURY NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH ASSOCIATION - THURSDAY 12th MARCH 2026 |
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A message sent on behalf of your local Neighbourhood Watch team in BuryContact: bury@gmnwa.comOFF ROAD BIKES If you are concerned about off road bikes, e-bikes, motor bikes, push bikes in your area, which are causing you some concern, please report this by; dialing 101 or via the GMP website Contacting CRIMESTOPPERS 0800 555 111 Give any description of the bikes and riders, the area where the incident occurred, the time that the incident took place, or anything else which you consider that could be important. By doing this, the police can build up a picture of the situation but they need information from the public.
DON'T MAKE IT EASY FOR BURGLARS. KEEP BURGLARS OUT IN THE DARK - ALARM, LOCKS, LIGHT. Always put your burglar alarm on at night-time and when you leave the house. Lock all door and windows, even when you are at home. Don't leave valuables on show. Keep expensive items away from windows. When you are out in the evening, leave on a light to give the impression that somebody is at home. Keep an eye out in your neighbourhood and report anything suspicious to the police. Think WIDEN
KEEP THE DOOR CLOSED ON UNWANTED CALLERS IF IN DOUBT, KEEP THEM OUT. Most callers at your door will be genuine, but sometimes people are approached by bogus callers, rogue traders or other uninvited callers such as salespeople. They may offer to do work on driveways, roofs/gutters, gardens etc, and maybe offer to install alarm systems for very cheap prices as long as you have the work done there and then. Invariably, once they start, prices increase and more jobs are suggested by them. Doorstep criminals and bogus callers use all kinds of tricks to take money from householders. They may operate alone or in groups and will often have very convincing stories to trick their way into your home or to convince you to part with money unnecessarily. They may be men, women or children and may even carry ID cards or wear uniforms with company logos. Some doorstep criminals try to trick householders by claiming to be from the utility services such as water, gas or electric company. They may also claim to be from the council , a charity or the police. Others may offer services such as property repairs or crime prevention surveys.
By sticking to the following crime prevention advice, you will protect yourself from becoming the victim of a doorstep criminal. You are in charge. Don't sign or agree to anything there and then, no matter what discounts you are offered. Ask for a written quote, take time to think, and shop around. A reputable firm will always be happy for you to do this. Get another opinion. Don't just accept the word of someone who calls at your door. If a contract is entered into on the doorstep; You must be given confirmation of the contract in writing (on paper or by email). This must include pre contract information - breakdown of the work to be carried out, including labour and material costs. Cancellation rights which should include the name of the owner and a geographical address. The cancellation period given should be 14 days and can be cancelled before any work that has started and during the 14-day period. It is important to note that, in the event you do cancel the contract, you may be liable to pay for any work conducted and materials used. If in doubt, Do not hand over any cash/cheques or provide any financial details.
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