Halloween and Bonfire safety
This time of year can be exciting with Halloween and Bonfire Night events taking place across the county. But it's important that you know how to keep yourself and others safe whilst celebrating.
Halloween safety
If you're out celebrating Halloween make sure that you tell somebody where you're going to be, have travel plans in place, and stick together with the friends you're out with.
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Organised events
Attending professionally organised public events is the safest way to celebrate. You can find local firework displays online.
If you are attending organised events make sure that you tell a trusted adult where you'll be and when you'll be home, and make sure that you know how you're getting there and back.
At-home displays
If you do decide to have a display at home, it's important you know how to do it safely. This advice from trading standards will help.
Important: You must be aged 18+ to purchase fireworks.
Check out the short video below for more firework safety.
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Personal Safety
Staying safe when you're out and about is important so plan ahead, take care, look out for each other and know how to get help
Outdoor Safety
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Transport
Independent travel is a key skill for all young people in Oxfordshire. When you're going to school, work or out to have fun, travel safely and confidently.
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