A recent Freedom of Information request sent to Northumbria Police has revealed a four-year high in drink spiking incidents in 2018. Last year saw a four-year high as 32 incidents were reported across the region, this number has increased since 2015 in which there were only nine reported incidents […]
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Responsible students are key to Newcastle Oktoberfest success
Newcastle Oktoberfest have emphasised the importance of students to their event, while also reiterating the seriousness of responsible drinking. Magnus Kejser, spokesman for Oktoberfest, said: “On Friday and Saturday we get more mature people. Tonight, we don’t get really mature people but it’s vital that we have these students because […]
Students urged to stay safe on nights out
Police in Sunderland are re-issuing safety messages to new students who will soon be partying in the city. A host of freshers will embark on Sunderland during the next few weeks and in line with tradition will be out enjoying the many pubs and clubs on offer in the city centre. […]