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Delivering safe journeys for cyclists is a win/win, encouraging more people to cycle rather than drive, and keeping those who already do so safe. Motorcyclists are disproportionately involved in crashes and the resulting injuries are often severe. The speeds motorcycles can travel are equal to those of cars and yet motorcycle riders do not have equal protection in the event of a crash, such as air bags or side-impact bars, exposing them to the full force of impact. Raising awareness of safe driving behaviour for riders and drivers alike, and therefore limiting motorcycle crashes, is critical to saving lives on UK roads. This Road Safety Week (18-24 November) we are shouting about the safety of those on two wheels and encouraging everyone to be Bike Smart. * * * * * Scam News Warning issued by Action Fraud regarding Thomas Cook ‘refund’ scams are on the rise Members of the public have reported receiving calls and messages offering ‘refunds’ by people purporting to be associated with, or acting on behalf of Thomas Cook. We would urge people to be vigilant of unsolicited calls, texts or social media messages that ask for personal or financial details, and not to automatically click on the links in unexpected emails. Legitimate organisations will never contact you out of the blue and ask for your PIN, card details, or full banking pass- words. If you get a call or message asking for these, it’s a scam. Remember, your bank or the police will never ask you to transfer money out of your account, or ask you to hand over cash for safe-keeping. Electrical Services Domestic Installer Intruder Alarms L.E.D Lighting Landlord Condition Reports Portable Appliance Testing 24/7 Call Out No job too small For a friendly reliable service please call Daniel Gatenby t: 01531 635901 m: 07581 010711 e: [email protected] Quality craftsman with over 20 years' experience If you think you have been a victim of fraud, report it to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or via the online reporting tool. https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/ alert/warning-thomas-cook-refund-scams For more information on how you can protect yourself, visit takefivestopfraud.org.uk Thomas Cook customers should go to https://abta. com/thomascook for details on how they can make a claim. * * * * * Tuesday 26th November Ledbury PACT meeting: 6pm Council offices Got an issue in your neighbourhood? Come along and tell us about it. PCSO David Alexander and PCSO Nick Ashby will be attending. Ledbury Focus t ͗Ϭϭϱϯϭϲϯϭϭϰϵ ŵ͗ϬϳϵϳϬϳϭϳϯϯϳ ϭϬϲƌŝĚŐĞ^ƚƌĞĞƚ >ĞĚďƵƌLJy,ZϴϮE 61