The police have suggested a few safety tips when going on holiday.
A national security company made this available.
• Make sure someone empties your post box so it appears that someone is at home.
• Clean the garden inside and outside regularly to ensure it looks maintained.
• Inform your neighbours or someone you trust about your plans.
• Report any suspicious activity to the police.
• Keep all visible and valuable items out of sight.
• Have someone attend to the lights and curtains when you are away.
• Lock the garage doors with strong locks.
• Before leaving, close all windows and lock external doors. Remove all keys from the locks and keep it in a safe place.
• Do not publicise your holiday plans.
• Do not leave a message that you are going on holiday on your answering machine, but rather unplug your phone.
• Keep in regular contact with the person who is safeguarding your home.
