Most of these tips are common sense, and you probably practise them in your own country, but they can make a real difference.
Eerste hulp
In an emergency that requires ambulance, police or fire services dial 999 from any telephone. Verzekering
Het valt aan te raden uw ziektekosteverzekering te controleren op dekking in het Verenigd Koninkrijk (overigens praktisch altijd in orde).
We strongly advise that you take out adequate insurance before you leave to cover you for any health and medical issues, and also for theft or damage to your belongings.
Algemene tips
Using public transport & taxis
- Probeer niet te lang alleen op perrons te blijven staan
- On a double-decker bus, sit downstairs where the driver can see you.
- Probeer lege rijtuigen te vermijden
- Check the time of the last train, bus or tube back to your accommodation.
- " Lopen nabij spoorlijnen is altijd gevaarlijk, raak ze niet aan
" - Maak gebruik van officiële taxi’s met vergunning
- Minicabs that stop in the street may be cheaper, but they are not as safe as those you arrange over the phone.
- Het nummer van de British Transport Police is 0044 800 40 50 40
Be safe on the streets
- Loop op de stoep in de richting van tegemoetkomend verkeer
- Kijk beide kanten uit bij oversteken – de auto’s rijden links!
- Never carry large amounts of money with you, but always make sure you have enough for a phone call and a bus or taxi home.
- Keep your handbag and belongings close to your body and wear them in front of you.
- Avoid using cash machines at night or in isolated places, and always be aware of people around you.
- Try not to display expensive items like laptops, mobile phones and jewellery.
- Avoid confrontation – if you are harassed, try to remove yourself from the situation.
- If you think you are being followed, find the nearest public place and ask for assistance.
At your accommodation
- Probeer geen waardevolle zaken achter te laten in uw kamer
- Doe de deur goed op slot
- Alle beoordeelde accommodaties hebben rook- en brandalarm
- Let op of gas en licht uit is als u vertrekt
- When you arrive at your accommodation, familiarise yourself with the fire exits, assembly points and the location of fire extinguishers.
- Vraag om duidelijke instructies in geval van nood
For more information on personal safety when visiting the UK see the Metropolitan Policewebsite.