London, being the capital of Great Britain and a bustling metropolis is significantly safe compared to other cities around the world. However, one must always be cautious especially when it concerns your well being.
Whether you're are commuting on public transportation or indulging in London's nightlife, there are several factors to consider when taking precautionary steps.
Tourists in London -
When you arrive in the UK, always make sure to take special care of your travel documents, passport and tickets. Apart from keeping them in a safe location, make sure to take photocopies of your passport wherever it holds information such as your name, photograph, passport number, date and its place of issue, as well as pages which hold the entry clearances or immigration stamps. Also, make sure that the photocopies are not kept with the passport.
Commuting in London -
Travelling in London is fairly an easy task, with public transport options available all year round, be it a bus, taxi or even the tube. However, despite the ease of commuting, it's also easy to get lost. Make sure that prior to departing on your journey, whether near or far, you have a route planned out.
Also, always make it a point to use licensed taxis. You can differentiate this by looking at the back of the vehicle to ensure that the official plate is attached. Make sure you check this prior to embarking on the taxi.
Avoid walking alone at night. Make sure you always have a companion with you and stick to well-lit main roads. Also, be on the alert at all times, being aware of your surroundings can get you out of sticky messes such as accidents, therefore wearing headphones should be avoided as it reduces your level of awareness of your surroundings.
Belongings and its safety -
Much like keeping your travel information safe when you are on the go, it's also crucial that you keep your belongings safe, especially those which are important. So, always make sure that your carrying cases, bags or purses are always with you, and take caution when leaving them in places. Mobile phones should be kept with you at all times, or in a pouch or a bag. Also, as a precautionary measure, write down the Electronic Serial Number [IMEI number - You can access this number by dialling *#06#] and inform the service providers as well as the police in case the phone is stolen or misplaced.
Medical Emergencies -
Medical ailments and accidents occur every day, at alarming rates. Therefore, it's always wise to know who to call for help, in case friends or family are not around to do so. Please call 999 or 112 for ambulance services.
Safety in London is important as your health and well being is imperative. Therefore, it is always wise to be cautious or even as the Scouts say "Be prepared".
Whether you're are commuting on public transportation or indulging in London's nightlife, there are several factors to consider when taking precautionary steps.
Tourists in London -
When you arrive in the UK, always make sure to take special care of your travel documents, passport and tickets. Apart from keeping them in a safe location, make sure to take photocopies of your passport wherever it holds information such as your name, photograph, passport number, date and its place of issue, as well as pages which hold the entry clearances or immigration stamps. Also, make sure that the photocopies are not kept with the passport.
Commuting in London -
Travelling in London is fairly an easy task, with public transport options available all year round, be it a bus, taxi or even the tube. However, despite the ease of commuting, it's also easy to get lost. Make sure that prior to departing on your journey, whether near or far, you have a route planned out.
Also, always make it a point to use licensed taxis. You can differentiate this by looking at the back of the vehicle to ensure that the official plate is attached. Make sure you check this prior to embarking on the taxi.
Avoid walking alone at night. Make sure you always have a companion with you and stick to well-lit main roads. Also, be on the alert at all times, being aware of your surroundings can get you out of sticky messes such as accidents, therefore wearing headphones should be avoided as it reduces your level of awareness of your surroundings.
Belongings and its safety -
Much like keeping your travel information safe when you are on the go, it's also crucial that you keep your belongings safe, especially those which are important. So, always make sure that your carrying cases, bags or purses are always with you, and take caution when leaving them in places. Mobile phones should be kept with you at all times, or in a pouch or a bag. Also, as a precautionary measure, write down the Electronic Serial Number [IMEI number - You can access this number by dialling *#06#] and inform the service providers as well as the police in case the phone is stolen or misplaced.
Medical Emergencies -
Medical ailments and accidents occur every day, at alarming rates. Therefore, it's always wise to know who to call for help, in case friends or family are not around to do so. Please call 999 or 112 for ambulance services.
Safety in London is important as your health and well being is imperative. Therefore, it is always wise to be cautious or even as the Scouts say "Be prepared".
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