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Door security

How secure are your doors?

Take a look at checklists to see whether your front door, back door or patio doors are secure enough to prevent intruders.

Counterfeit coins

Spot the difference

Can you tell if this is a genuine pound coin? Get tips on how to spot the flaws.

Online scams

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Online theft costs around $1 trillion (£600 billion) a year. Read about some of the most common online scams, and get tips on how to avoid them.

Holiday scams

Don't let scammers ruin your holiday

While one in 15 people are targeted by scams in the UK, the number is much higher for citizens travelling abroad.

Car Theft

Detering car thieves

From stereo security to tracking devices, take a look at nine security features to deter car thieves.

Protecting your pet

Protecting your pet

Thieves are stealing domestic and exotic pets for a number of reasons – profit, breeding, illegal fights and reward money. Find out how to protect your pets.

Beating the metal thieves

Beating the metal thieves

It seems thieves will stop at nothing to make money - even going as far as stealing lead from a church roof. Find out how to safeguard your premises.

Home security tips for the elderly

Home security tips for the elderly

According to the Home Office, the elderly are no more at risk from crime than any other section of society. But if you feel vulnerable, follow these top tips to keep safe.

How parents can help combat knife crime

How parents can help combat knife crime

Information about how parents can play a vital role in helping to combat knife crime.

Three ways to keep your bank cards safe from ID fraudsters

Three ways to keep your bank cards safe from ID fraudsters

Treat your bank cards with care. Don't let them get into the wrong hands, and if they do – make sure you are still protected...

How to tell if your neighbour is growing drugs

How to tell if your neighbour is growing drugs

DSI Steve Benson Davison from South Wales Police provides some helpful tips on how to tell if your neighbour is growing drugs.

Ten ways to be more ‘shed savvy’

Ten ways to be more ‘shed savvy’

Your house might be like Fort Knox, but what about your shed or garage? Theft of garden equipment is a growing menace, find out how to secure your outdoor valuables.

DI Corrigan's advice on bogus callers

Take a look at some top tips from DI Jane Corrigan of the Metropolitan Police on how to identify and deal with bogus callers.

Personal safety during a night out

What to do in sticky situations

Advice for times during a night out when you find yourself in a situation that makes you uncomfortable.

Window security

How secure are your windows?

Don't let your windows let in anything other than fresh air, take a look at some tips to keep them secured.

A burglar's top ten

Ten things burglars love

Burglars will look for certain things when they case a house to see how easy it will be to get in. Find out how to beat them to it.

Safer drinking

Ten tips for safer drinking

Drinking alcohol can get you into trouble as you are at greater risk of being taken advantage of when your defences are down. Find out how to drink smart and safe.

Identity Protection

Identity protection

In the worst-case scenario, identity theft can cost the victim up to £8,000 and take 200 hours to return things back to normal. Here are ten ways to protect your identity.