Buckinghamshire Community Safety

22/10/2026

22/10/2026

Your shed may contain a heroic collection of half-finished projects. Give it a proper place on the security checklist. Secure sheds, garages and side gates before heading out, alongside your doors and windows.

22/10/2026

Let a timer switch remember the lights while you remember where you put your glasses. Use timer switches and external lighting to help your home look occupied when you are out after dark.

21/10/2026

Domestic violence/abuse takes many forms including economic abuse.

One of the easiest ways to control someone is through money or by restricting access to it.

💷 1 in 5 UK adults are subjected to economic abuse.
💔 95% of abusers subject a victim survivor to economic abuse.
⚠️ Women who experience economic abuse are 5 times more likely to face physical abuse.
⏳ And it often continues long after the relationship ends.

Economic abuse isn’t always visible but its impact can be lifelong.

Find support and information via Surviving Economic Abuse (UK SEA):

👉 https://survivingeconomicabuse.org/

21/10/2026

🚨 UK CYBER WARNING: Account Hacking Losses Surge by 417%! 🚨
Hacking is now the #1 reported cybercrime in the UK, with reported losses skyrocketing to £6.3 million in the past year alone. Once fraudsters hack an account, they often impersonate you to scam your friends, family, and colleagues for money or sell fake tickets.

Our advice is to take these simple steps to lock down your accounts:

🔒 Switch to Passkeys: Use passkeys where available! If not, use strong, unique passwords with a password manager.
🔑 Enable 2-Step Verification: Add an extra layer of protection to all your accounts.
👁️ Review Privacy Settings: Keep your social media profiles private and avoid sharing details like birthdays, family names, or pets.
📞 Verify Unexpected Messages: If a friend messages you asking for money or favour, pause and call them directly to check if it's really them!

We are hosting 2 FREE webinars to help you stay safe online - book your space now!
1. Unwrapping Cybercrime & Modern Fraud: What Every Consumer Needs to Know: https://orlo.uk/T535V
2. Unwrapping Cybercrime & Modern Fraud: What Every Organisation Needs to Know: https://orlo.uk/61zxE

20/10/2026

20/10/2026

20/10/2026

Don't let your vehicle be an easy target for thieves. Before leaving it, double check you've locked your doors, closed your windows and have not left valuable items visible - even if you're just popping into a shop!

19/10/2026

18/10/2026

Everyone deserves to live and work safely, free from exploitation and abuse. Yet modern slavery can happen in any community and often goes unnoticed.

Modern slavery can take many forms, including forced labour, domestic servitude, criminal exploitation, and human trafficking.

This Anti-Slavery Day, help raise awareness by learning the signs and looking out for people who may be vulnerable. A person may be being controlled, threatened, isolated, or unable to leave their work or living situation.

If something doesn't feel right, trust your instincts and report your concerns. By speaking up, you could help someone find safety and support.