The August bank holiday is finally upon us and - as many of us prepare to head out and socialise with friends and family - gardai are warning people to watch out for their personal safety.
Gardai have shared a post with helpful tips on how to keep safe from planning your night out and not walking home alone, and to never leaving your drink unattended when in a bar or pub as it could be spiked. There have been several spiking incidents in the Dublin area so far this summer.
If you are going out socialising over the bank holiday weekend, officers are urging people to note the following personal safety advice:
