Gorse Hill Primary: Police help youngsters stay safe (From Worcester News)

Gorse Hill Primary: Police help youngsters stay safe

11:36am Tuesday 1st December 2009 in News

CHILDREN at a Worcester school have learnt how to stay safe and be seen.

Children from Gorse Hill Primary School were visited by police and Worcestershire County Council’s road safety officers who told them how to stay safe when out and about.

Safe crossing places, the dangers and rules of crossing the road, what distracts pedestrians and the importance of bright clothing were discussed throughout the day.

All pupils were given a high-visibility bag, courtesy of the county council.

PC Wayne Hurley, of West Mercia Police, said: “As part of the national policing pledge, West Mercia Police are committed to community engagement and consultation.

“We work closely with partners, including Worcester Community Housing and both the city and county councils, to deliver our promise.

“Gorse Hill residents consider that speeding traffic is one of the priorities for their area.

“In addition to speed enforcement and advice to motorists, we believe that educating children in this area, regarding the dangers when using the roads, is essential in helping to reduce death and injury on the roads.”

Councillor Derek Prodger, cabinet member for transport and safe environment, said: “The county council takes road safety very seriously and teaching it to school children is a high priority.

“Road Safety Week is a great opportunity to get involved in a national event and we encourage schools to take up the council’s offer of pedestrian and cycle training throughout the school year.”

PICTURE CAPTION: SAFETY FIRST: CSO Mark Dodkin and PC Wayne Hurley with pupils Tia Raymond, aged eight, Phoebe Hall, seven, and Nathan Bird, 10. Picture by John Anyon. BUY THIS PHOTO: worcesternews.co.uk/pictures/sales. 48369801.