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ð Halloween & Bonfire Night Safety Advice
As Halloween and Bonfire Night approach, South Wales Police's annual Operation Bang campaign is once again reminding residents to enjoy the festivities responsibly and help keep our communities safe.
The Halloween and Guy Fawkes period is traditionally one of the busiest times of the year for emergency services, with an increase in reports of anti-social behaviour, reckless use of fireworks, criminal damage, and nuisance incidents involving eggs and flour. While the vast majority of young people celebrate responsibly, a small minority can cause significant disruption to local communities.
ðŧ Trick-or-Treating
Halloween should be an enjoyable experience for everyone. Please remember to:
Only visit homes displaying Halloween decorations or those that have clearly welcomed trick-or-treaters.
Respect residents who have displayed a "No Trick or Treat" poster and avoid knocking on their doors.
Ensure younger children are accompanied by a responsible adult.
Older children should stay together in groups, plan their route in advance and agree a time to return home.
Wear bright or reflective clothing and carry a torch to remain visible in the darker evenings.
Parents and guardians should check all sweets and treats before they are eaten, particularly if packaging appears damaged or opened.
Throughout the Halloween and Bonfire Night period, South Wales Police will be carrying out increased patrols in areas identified as ASB hotspots.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to know where their children are and to take responsibility for their behaviour, particularly during the school holidays and darker evenings.
ð Reporting Anti-Social Behaviour
You can report it via the emergency number 999 or the non-emergency number 101Using the South Wales Police Online Reporting Tool.
ð Enjoy the Season Responsibly
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