As your local Policing team, we’re encouraging all parents and guardians to have open, honest conversations with their children about the real dangers they may face in our community.
🧠 Why These Talks Matter?
Young people are often exposed to risky influences – whether through peers, social media, or curiosity. A simple conversation at home can be the first line of defence in helping them make safe, informed choices.
💊 Drugs
- Talk about the risks of experimenting with drugs – even “just once.”
- Explain how peer pressure works and how to say no confidently.
- Highlight the long-term impact on health, education, and future opportunities.
- Be aware of slang terms and signs of drug use.
🔪 Weapons
- Carrying a weapon doesn’t offer protection – it increases danger.
- Possession of a weapon, even without intent to use, is a serious criminal offence.
- Discuss the emotional and legal consequences of violence.
🚫 Trespassing
- Entering private or restricted property can lead to injury or arrest.
- Abandoned buildings, railways, and construction sites are not playgrounds.
- Respect for boundaries is part of respecting the community.
🗣️ Tips for Starting the Conversation
- Choose a calm, private moment – not during conflict.
- Ask open-ended questions like: “What would you do if a friend offered you something dangerous?” “Have you ever felt pressured to do something you weren’t comfortable with?”
- Listen without judgment – make it safe for them to be honest.
- Reassure them that they can always come to you or a trusted adult.
🛠️ Support & Resources
- If you need help or advice, you’re not alone. Here are some places to start:
