Tackling antisocial behaviour at halloween and bonfire night

If you are going 'trick or treating' at Halloween please respect and consider others

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A campaign is focusing on tackling antisocial behaviour up to and during halloween and bonfire night celebrations.

Representatives from Ggreater Manchester Police, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS), local authorities, the Health and Safety Executive and Transport for Greater Manchester are working together to ensure that people remain as safe as possible during the celebrations.

GMP is advising that it is always safer to go to organised events where possible and is reminding people of the law around the sale and use of fireworks - you must be over 18 to buy or use fireworks.

Assistant Chief Constable Catherine Hankinson said: “We want people to have fun throughout Halloween and Bonfire Night but we urge people to behave responsibly and respect their neighbours and everyone around them.

“I would like to remind people that antisocial behaviour, such as setting bins on fire, misuse of fireworks and other criminal damage won’t be tolerated. Such behaviour could result in a police visit, a £90 fine, arrest and even a criminal record.

“Don’t underestimate the impact on those who are victims of the crimes associated to this time of year; so consider them before you act and instead enjoy yourselves sensibly.”