Stay safe this Halloween & Bonfire Night

Stay safe this Halloween & Bonfire Night

Halloween and Bonfire Night are right around the corner. With the nights getting darker, it's important that everyone takes extra care on the roads.

Whether you're walking, driving, cycling or accompanying children trick or treating, small actions can make a big difference.

If you're out walking:

• Wear bright or reflective clothing so you can be seen more easily. 
• Consider reflective accessories for children's Halloween costumes. 
• Take a torch and make sure it has working batteries. 
• Stick to well-lit routes wherever possible. 
• Use designated crossing points and take extra care when crossing roads. 
• Stay aware of your surroundings and avoid distractions.

If you're driving: 

• Slow down and expect more people to be out and about, especially children. 
• Be extra vigilant in residential areas and near Bonfire Night events. 
• Take extra care at crossings and junctions. 
• Give pedestrians, cyclists and other road users more time and space. 
• Remember that darker evenings can make people and hazards harder to spot.