A public meeting organized by Ongar district councillor Mary Dadd will be held at Budworth Hall to discuss strategies for keeping young people safe from crime. The event, featuring Police and Crime Commissioner for Essex Roger Hirst and local officers, will focus on protecting teenagers and children from online dangers, as well as sophisticated fraud targeting vulnerable residents. Councillor Dadd emphasizes the evolving nature of safety and the community's need to stay informed about contemporary threats like cyberbullying and scams.
Residents in Ongar and the surrounding villages are fortunate to enjoy relatively low levels of crime. But today's challenges look a little different. Our youngsters face online dangers like cyberbullying, exposure to inappropriate content, and the pressure of substance abuse and sexualised messaging.
The recent drama 'Adolescence' has also raised awareness of other hidden struggles and dangers our children have to navigate through daily.
Whether young or old, it is clear that staying safe now means staying informed. How sure are you that you or your family will not be a victim? Can you learn more to keep your family safe?
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