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September, 2006 New seat belt legislationNew seat belt legislation comes into force this Monday 18th September 2006, and clearly defines the requirements in relation to the use of seat belt and booster seats for children travelling in vehicles. The law states that children under 135cms (4' 5") or age 12, whichever they reach first, use an appropriate car restraint when travelling in their vehicle. The legislation also states that children under the age of three must also be suitably restrained. All the above will be the responsibility of the driver. Three exceptions allow children 3 years to 135 cms in height to travel in the rear and use an adult belt:
for all the answers to your questions visit: The Think! Road Safety Website June, 2006 Awesome SpacesThank you so much for this award of 1st place for Awesome Spaces of the month,
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April, 2006 Postal Scam WarningThe following information has been received from the City of London Police. It is from the Royal Mail regarding a current premium rate telephone scam. They have assessed it as a genuine scam.
If you receive a card through your door from a company called PDS (Parcel Delivery Service) saying that they have a parcel awaiting delivery instructions and can you contact them on 0906 6611911 DO NOT CALL the number as this is a mail scam originating from Belize. If you call the number and you start to hear a recorded message you will already have been billed £15 for the phone call. If you do receive a card with these details, then please contact Royal Mail Fraud on 0207 239 6655 or
ICTIS at http://www.icstis.org.uk or
your local trading standards office. This is a genuine scam. ICTIS have the following information about this number. This is a card posted through your letterbox from PDS Parcel Delivery suggesting that they were unable to deliver a parcel and to call the premium rate number in question. This service costs £1.50 per minute. This service is under investigation by ICSTIS. Please be aware of this scam March, 2006 Awesome SpaceThank you so much for this award of 2nd place for Awesome Spaces of the month, Owned and Maintained by Launa's Little ♥Peace of Heaven and supported by MSN.. This is especially meaningful to me because, until recently, I hadn't realized that the site was helping so many people, to whom where taking the advice on board. I would also like to thank my mum and dad, beacause without them I would not be here today. My lovely wife and children for all there support and understanding. Lastly I would like to thank all you out there who have taken the time to place or ten votes daily and supporting my space with all your comments..... Thank you very much.
Please continue your support by voting on 'Awesome Spaces' Thank you (allow 10 votes per member per day) February, 2006 Car-jackingBe aware of a new car-jacking scheme. You walk across the car park, unlock your car and get inside, start the engine and select reverse. You look into the rear-view mirror to back out of your parking space and notice a piece of paper stuck to the middle of the rear window. So, you shift back into park or neutral and get out to remove the paper (or whatever it is) that is obstructing your view. When you reach the back of your car the car-jackers appear out of nowhere, jump into your car and take off. Your engine was running and you would have left your handbag or briefcase in the car. Apart from nicking anything of value, they could find your address details and they already have your keys!
(originated from Alliance Cornhill insurance) February, 2006 Massive HuntA massive police search is continuing for an armed gang on the run with up to £40 million in cash in what is thought to be Britain's biggest robbery.
The Bank of England said at least £25 million had been stolen from a security depot on Wednesday, but sources said the true figure could be as high as £40 million, making it the biggest heist in British history. Police said the heist began when the manager of Securitas' main cash depot south of the Thames was pulled over while driving near Stockbury, Maidstone, by what he believed was an unmarked police car. A man wearing a high-visibility jacket and "police-style" hat got out of the vehicle, which had blue lights in the radiator grille, and spoke to him. Thinking they were genuine police officers, the manager got into their car where they handcuffed him. Meanwhile, two more fake policemen visited the manager's wife and young son, told them the manager had been involved in an accident, and took them from their home. The manager was driven off and the car was later met by a white van. He was tied up and put inside and taken to an unknown location where he was threatened at gunpoint and told to "cooperate or his family would be at risk". He was later taken to the Vale Road security depot where at least six men, some masked and armed with handguns, threatened and tied up the staff. The gang loaded the cash into a white lorry before driving off. Police were alerted about an hour later when the shocked but uninjured staff activated an alarm. The manager, his wife and son - who had been taken to an undisclosed location - were also unhurt.
The witness appeal line: 01622 652 361/6 Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111 January, 2006 Happy New YearWishing you all a Safe and Happy New Year for 2006!!!
The time in the uk is now Please remember to vote for me on 'Awesome Spaces' Thank you (allow 10 votes per member per day) December, 2005 Wishing you aDecember, 2005 Christmas is comingParents thinking about buying a mini-motorbike or a go-ped for the kids this Christmas should have a word with police before parting with their money - or the present could end up costing you more than you expect.
There are strict limitations on who can ride these machines, and on where they can be ridden. Some of the consequences people may face include: Fixed penalties / Seizure of bikes by Police / The chance of being sued for injuries and or criminal damage. Also, parents are responsible for fines and costs if a vehicle is seized from their child. The worst scenario is that a child or someone they collide with could be killed or seriously injured. Mini Motos and similar vehicles can only be ridden legally on private land, with the owner's consent. Anyone breaking the law faces prosecution for having no road tax and insurance and, depending on their conduct, careless or dangerous driving. If the rider is too young to drive, any penalty points handed out by the court will be kept on file and activated as soon as they are old enough to apply for a licence. Youngsters who ride miniature vehicles on roads, pavements and car parks, putting pedestrians at risk, are breaking the law. Police can seize these motorbikes under section 59 of the Police Reform Act. Owners would then need to pay a fine to recover their vehicle and may be subject to motoring offences. Anyone using one of these motorbikes on a public road must have a driving license, insurance, tax, MOT and index plates and also wear a helmet. If you have a problem in your area or are a parent unsure of the law in regards to the use of mini motorbikes, please contact your local Police Station.
Please remember to vote for me on 'Awesome Spaces' Thank you (allow 10 votes per member per day) October, 2005 Secrets in your trashThe secrets in your trash: Information that has been found in trash included full name, as it appears on a credit/debit card, their address, signature, bank statements and/or utility bills, motor insurance certificate, car registration documents, driving licence, passports, job applications and medical information, mobile phone statements, national insurance details, school class list (including names and addresses), council tax bills, household and other insurance documents and store card statements. Based on the list above, millions of households are at risk of bin raiding, the practice of ID fraudsters rifling through household trash to find personal information.
Don't be a victim: Identity fraud is committed in many ways. A fraudster might use your name and address to open a new credit account or fraudulently use a credit account you already have. The fraudster then uses some or all of your personal information to get finance or to buy goods or services on credit. This type of fraud is currently the UK's fastest growing crime, so you should take certain precautions to reduce the risk of your personal details being 'hijacked'. You need to be especially careful when sending personal information over the internet. You can find good advice at www.cardwatch.org.uk or on other reputable crime prevention sites. You should always completely destroy any rubbish that a fraudster could use, such as bank or credit card statements, chequebook stubs, till receipts that give your credit card or debit card details and any documents that someone could use as identification. So destroy anything that gives away any of your personal details. You can get inexpensive document shredders from most stationery shops.
If you change address: Don't tempt the people moving into your old address by having your replacement storecard or new catalogue delivered to them. Always arrange for your mail to be redirected to your new address. Contact your local post office for an application form.
Act quickly: If you suspect a problem (particularly if any of your credit cards, charge cards or forms of identification are lost or stolen and you have reason to believe they may be misused), tell the organisation that issued the missing item, and the police, as quickly as possible.
Useful contacts
CIFAS Protective Registration Service (Phone: 0870 010 2091)
Mailing Preference Service (Phone: 020 7291 3310)
Consumer Credit Counselling Service (Phone: 0800 138 1111)
National Debtline (Phone: 0808 808 4000) Please remember to vote for me on 'Awesome Spaces' Thank you (allow 10 votes per member per day) September, 2005 Space of the Week
Thank you so much to 'Launa's Little Peace of Heaven'' for my wonderful award. I am so pleased that you enjoyed my space and felt it deserved this award.
Please remember to vote for me on 'Awesome Spaces' Thank you (allow 10 votes per member per day) August, 2005 MSN Space Race - SecondI have just recieved notification from the MSN Judges, and i have won Second prize, ty. Seat belts - the lawSeat Belt Safety - Facts and Figures The most frequent cause of death among children is car crashes. Every year around 40 children aged 0 - 11 are killed whilst travelling in cars. An unrestrained child is 3 times more likely to be killed or injured than those who are restrained. Most accidents happen on local journeys, at slow speeds, often on the school run. A survey by Britax and GMTV found that only 30% of child car seats were fitted correctly. The Law
For information about child car seat safety visit www.childcarseats.org.uk August, 2005 Buzzboards/Go-ped - the lawWith an increase in the variety of motor vehicles available to all ages, it is important that you are aware of the traffic law surrounding them. If you own or want to own the following vehicles you must have insurance and wear a helmet when you ride them. Buzzboards / Go-peds Moped Provisional moped licence Full moped licence
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August, 2005 Mobile phones while driving - the lawUsing a hand-held mobile telephone while at the wheel is illegal.
Anyone caught on a hand-held phone while driving will be subject to a £30 fine, which can be increased to a £1,000 fine if the matter goes to court (£2,500 if the driver is driving a lorry or a bus). You are four times more likely to have a crash when you are using a mobile phone: This is because you are unable to concentrate fully on two things at the same time and you are not in full control of your vehicle. To drive safely you must focus your full attention on the road.
The law has raised questions from drivers, so here, in full, are answers you need:
Can I use my hands-free phone? If you can work your phone without holding it, then yes. (ie. voice activated) What about if it’s in a cradle? Again, if you don’t hold the phone, you’re fine. Pushing buttons on a phone that’s in a cradle or on a steering wheel or handlebars is not prohibited. So is using a hands-free not dangerous then? Using a hands-free phone is distracting. You still risk prosecution for failing to have proper control of your vehicle. If you have an accident and are using a hands-free phone you can still be charged with careless or dangerous driving. Can I text? If you have to hold your phone to text, you can’t do it. Neither can you use Internet or video technology. Can I use my phone between my shoulder and my ear? Absolutely not. This still counts as holding the phone to make or receive a call. I’m stuck in a traffic jam, what then? The ban still applies. The ban applies when driving and driving includes time stopped at traffic lights or other hold-ups when a vehicle is expected to move off after a short while. The exception exists in lengthy tailbacks when engines are turned off. What if I’m driving and my phone rings? Not good enough. Let the call ring and use your phone when you’ve parked. Better still switch it to voicemail before driving. But I have to use my mobile for my job. You can’t use your hand-held phone while driving, full stop. What’s more, if an employer requires you to use a hand-held phone while driving they would probably also be liable. Surely making an emergency call is ok? Calls to 999 in genuine emergencies where it is unsafe or impractical to stop are allowed. August, 2005 Fireworks - the lawAs bonfire night approaches, everyone - particularly young people - should be aware of new legislation that has come into force this year.
In support of a national campaign by the Department of Trade and Industry and the Home Office, I want to raise the awareness of young people to existing legislation governing the possession and use of fireworks and to more recent changes in the law aimed at improving safety and to crack down on anti social behaviour ahead of this years firework season. The law: 1. It is an offence for any person under the age of 18 years to possess a firework in a public place. 2. It is an offence to use any firework between the hours of 11 pm and 7 am (midnight on November 5). 3. It is an offence to supply fireworks to persons under the age of 18 years. 4. It is an offence for any person to throw, cast or fire any firework into any highway, street, thoroughfare or public place. Offences at 1 and 2 are new legislation from 7 Aug 2004. Remember to stay safe on bonfire night and use fireworks responsibly! August, 2005 Drugs - the lawYou’re probably thinking that I am about to preach the words “Just say NO” but you will be surprised to find out that all I am going to ask is that you read this and make your own decision. People take drugs for different reasons - maybe to gain confidence, to relax or to alter the way they see things. The law categorises illegal drugs into three classes: A B and C (A being the most harmful). It is illegal to supply any drug or possess with the intent to supply, or even give them away. You will get up to 14 years in prison and an unlimited fine. If you deal in a Class A drug you could end up in prison for life. Even the penalties for possessing a drug for your own use can be heavy, the sentence depends on the class of the drug: Class A: Cocaine, crack, ecstasy, heroin, LSD and magic mushrooms - 7 years in prison and an unlimited fine Class B: Speed (amphetamines), codeine, nicocodine, propiram - 5 years in prison and an unlimited fine Class C: Cannabis, GHB, steriods and tranquilisers such as valium - 5 years in prison and an unlimited fine For confidential, anonymous and discreet advice on drug related issues go to www.talktofrank.com July, 2005 Mobile phone theftHere are some ways you can stop people stealing then using your phone:
Get your phone marked. (ask about this at your local police station). Record your phone's IMEI number (this is a special number which is different for every phone).
Press the keys * # 0 6 # and write down the number which appears on the screen. Enter your details and your phone’s IMEI number at www.menduk.org. This will help the police if your phone is stolen. If your phone is stolen, report it to the police and have it blocked by the service provider. The law A person is guilty of theft if he dishonestly appropriates property belonging to another with the intention of permanently depriving the other of it; and 'thief' and 'steal' shall be construed accordingly.
A person is guilty of robbery if he steals, and immediately before or at the time of doing so, and in order to do so, he uses force on any person or puts or seeks to put any person in fear of being then and there subjected to force.
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