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News - April 2018

Top 10 Dangers in your Home

25/04/2018

Family Safety Week You probably think of your home as the safest place your child can be. However, everyday household objects and appliances can be a huge danger to toddlers and young children. We’ve listed the top 10 things in your home that put children in a hospital every year, information on how they cause accidents, and ways to... Read more

The Elderly and Accidents in the Home

24/04/2018

Family Safety Week In recent years life expectancy has risen meaning people now reach well into their 80’s and 90’s. A rise in age results in a high risk of accidents. Reports reveal over-65s accounted for 19% of the total number of A&E home accident attendances. 30% of the attendances were due to accidental falls at... Read more

Road Safety

24/04/2018

Family Safety Week Road traffic accidents account for a third of accidental deaths among 0-14-year olds. Recent news stories have demonstrated that accidents amongst young people have risen significantly in recent months. It’s never too early to start teaching your child about the importance of road safety and teaching them what they can... Read more

Embrace Your Voice

05/04/2018

The conversation about sexual violence is never easy but if we want it to end we need to take a stand against those who commit crimes and stand in support of victims. We can show our support by learning to understand what sexual violence is, knowing who to speak to if you or someone you know is a victim, wearing a blue ribbon in support of victims. Read more