Residents encouraged to Know Your Limits (October 14, 2009)

The Community Safety Partnership team in conjunction with the local SNT  teams will be visiting the district next week in the Police pod to offer information and advice about alcohol and the impact it can have on all aspects of community life as part of the national Know Your Limits week.

People will be able to receive leaflets and information about alcohol, take part in quizzes about the alcohol content of their drinks, receiving a small prize for taking part, and speak to a member of the substance misuse team if they would like any advice.

 

“The Know Your Limits road shows are a great way for members of the community to see if they really know how much alcohol they are drinking. There are a lot of people who think that one drink equals one unit and are surprised to find out that in fact it can often be quite a bit more,” said Cllr Sherrie Green, Suffolk Coastal's Cabinet Member for Community Health.

 

The Pod will be visiting Felixstowe Town Centre on Tuesday, October 20, 10am till 2pm and Waitrose car park in Saxmundham on Wednesday, October 21, 10am till 2pm.

 

“Joining the Know Your Limits team will be a member from the Police Direct team to raise awareness of the services they offer to the community and I would encourage all residents to come along to one of the road shows to find out more.”

 

“The Know Your Limits campaign is aimed at all members of the community, offering helpful information  to encourage residents to think about the amount they are drinking so they can enjoy alcohol responsibly and benefit from a healthier lifestyle,” added Cllr Green.

 

For more information about the Know Your Limits campaign residents can contact Julia Catterwell on 07768817607 or email Julia.catterwell@suffolkcoastal.gov.uk