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Safety Message – Heading Out Across Wigan and Leigh District Whether you’re heading out during the day, early evening, or late at night, please stay safe and sensible: ✅ Know Your Safe Places Safe Haven – King Street, Wigan Town Centre - Open: Fridays 9pm–2am, Saturdays 11pm–5am
- Staffed by trained personnel offering support, phone charging, and help getting home safely.
Over 100 designated Safe Places across the borough (find them via the SAFE PLACES SCHEME. Look out for SupportStreet Marshals & Taxi Marshals operate in key nightlife areas to assist and keep you safe.Use licensed taxis only—never get into unmarked vehicles.✅ Drink SafetyNever accept drinks from strangers.Do not leave your drinks unattended.✅ Plan Ahead Arrange a safe way home before heading out.Dress appropriately for cold weather conditions.
Emergency Contacts Police, Fire, Ambulance: 999 (or 112)Greater Manchester Police (non-emergency): 101Wigan Council Out-of-Hours Emergencies: 01942 404040Adult Social Care: 01942 828777Children’s Social Care: 01942 828300Gas Emergency: 0800 111 999Electricity Emergency: 0800 195 4141Water Issues: 0345 672 3723Mental Health Crisis (The Sanctuary Wigan & Leigh): 01942 410522 
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