Bristol students have been warned of the dangers of drink spiking and harassment in a new safety awareness campaign. It has been released in time for the return of the 60,000-strong student community during Freshers' Week.
Last year, there was a surge in needle spiking at nightclubs in Bristol and across the UK prompting a petition for venues to search guests for weapons on entry. In June, the Government announced it was considering making drink spiking a criminal offence.
Bristol City Council, Bristol City Centre BID, Avon and Somerset Police, Bristol University, the University of The West of England and Bristol Nights have joined forces to share tips for staying safe at nighttime around the city.The five films and poster campaign feature advice from police officers, Bristol Harbour Master, venues and university students.
