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Survey – experiences of anti social behaviour
Dorset’s Police and Crime Commissioner has launched a survey asking residents about their experiences of anti social behaviour The survey will ask residents whether they have been victims of anti social behaviour, how much of a problem they think it is in their area and whether they believe it’s got worse or better in recent years. Police and Crime Commissioner...
Public warned about test and trace scams
Today, Get Safe Online is issuing a serious warning about scams perpetrated by fraudsters claiming to represent the NHS Coronavirus test and trace service. These could take the form of fake emails, texts and phone calls and also bogus websites. One of the key elements of the service – which was announced by the government last week – is an...
This month Get Safe Online’s campaign
You’re probably familiar with some of the ways in which fraudsters approach victims - emails, texts, phone calls, letters and sometimes doorstep scams. But did you know that social media is also a favourite place for scammers? This month Get Safe Online’s campaign is all about Social Media scams – and the attached leaflet provides some great tips on how...
Unauthorised Encampments
Recent news stories have highlighted awareness of unauthorised encampments in around the Bournemouth area. This awareness has increased with the current COVID-19 pandemic and the movement of people and the increased risk of transmission affecting the R. The media have reported encampments on the beach, cliff tops and some recreational areas. BCP council and its partners have strategies to address...
Friends Against Scams Organisation
North Bournemouth Crime Prevention Panel is now a approved Friends Against Scams Organisation. Friends Against Scams is a National Trading Standards Scams Team initiative, which aims to protect and prevent people from becoming victims of scams by empowering people to take a stand against scams. Scams cost the UK economy £5-£10 Billion a year53% of people over 65 have been targeted...