Cumbria police have launched an online summer safety awareness campaign to promote personal safety for residents and visitors.

The constabulary said it wants to refresh people’s basic knowledge of personal safety and highlight some quick and easy steps the public can make to keep them safe this summer, with their social media platforms being the go-to for this information

Superintendent Andrew Wilkinson said: “It’s important that, while some of this information may seem like common sense, we run campaigns such as this to remind people of the simple and practical ways in which we can improve our own personal safety and look out for others.

“Cumbria is one of the safest places in the UK to live and visit which is something we are very proud of.

“For those visiting the county over the summer for an event or holiday, or any residents who live in Cumbria, personal safety should be a natural consideration of any plan.

“It’s the small steps you can put in place which will help ensure you have the safest summer possible.

“Please follow the campaign, share the messages and spark those important conversations with friends and family.”

Cumbria’s police, fire and crime commissioner, Peter McCall, said: “Thieves are always on the lookout and as we start to leave our homes this summer for days out, family visits and holidays, we need to protect ourselves and our possessions from crime.

“Simple precautions such as keeping a careful eye on our phones, handbags and wallets, keeping all vehicles locked and keep cars empty or hide any items so they are not on show, will all help.

“Prevention is better than cure and personal safety is vital. Following these steps as outlined in this summer safety campaign can make a big difference.”

Some tips include knowing one’s alcohol limits, arranging a meeting place at the end of a night-day out, having the funds to get home, checking if any bar/pub has an Ask For Angela scheme, and only taking items out that one needs.