Trick or treatment?

The Ambulance Service are asking parents to pass on a few simple tips to their children to prevent an unnecessary journey to the local accident and emergency department.

Service spokesman Gary Sanderson said: “As you can imagine the night will be full of excitement and the children may be vulnerable and prone to accidents while out trick or treating. We want everyone to enjoy the night as much as possible.”

To make celebrations go smoothly:

- Ensure an adult always accompanies the children and never let them go out alone.

- When out trick-or-treating always carry a torch and wear something reflective so you can see seen in the dark.

- Remember to walk not run, use the Green Cross Code and stick to pavements.

- Try to stay close to your home and in streets that you all know.

- Do not cut across people’s gardens and driveways, there could be hidden dangers.