🐾 We’re aware there's still a lot of concern around the number of dog thefts nationally and in Surrey. Our numbers are low, but here are some of our key tips for protecting yourself and your dog from theft 🐶 Read the full list on our Facebook page: facebook.com/SurreyPolice/

FREE, fun, family Xplorer challenge! Wednesday 25 August at Orchard Meadow, Sunbury between 10am and 12 noon (register on the day). Explore the park, find the markers, complete the challenge, and have fun together. #free #xplorer #sunbury #treasurehunt #orienteering

Domestic abuse isn't always violent. It takes many forms including emotional and financial abuse and threats, intimidation and humiliation. You do not have to live with being controlled. Your Sanctuary's helpline on 01483 776822 offers support. healthysurrey.org.uk/domestic-abuse

10th September marks #WorldSuicidePreventionDay 💜 Whether you are struggling, or supporting someone who is, make sure you reach out. Support is out there for you bit.ly/Support_Hope #WSPD 🎗️#ItsOKtonotbeOK #mentalhealth

The UK farmers grow around 14 million pumpkins every year. 95% of these are sold in October, just to be carved into lanterns for Halloween. #recycle #recycling #food #foodwaste #pumpkin #Spelthorne #Surrey #watchyourwaste #watchyourwastesurrey #Halloween

As a nation we will carve around 35 million pumpkins for Halloween this year. In November over half of these will go to waste and get thrown into rubbish bins across the country. #recycle #recycling #food #foodwaste #pumpkin #Spelthorne #Surrey #watchyourwaste #Halloween

It’s a scary fact but 18,000 tonnes of pumpkins are thrown away after Halloween every year!! That would fill 5 of the London Olympic Swimming pools, just with pumpkins!! #recycle #recycling #food #foodwaste #Spelthorne #Surrey #watchyourwaste #watchyourwastesurrey #Halloween

Almost 15 million pumpkins will go into the rubbish the week after Halloween. Don’t let yours go to waste, put it out on your bin to be recycled! #recycling #recycle #recycling #food #foodwaste #Spelthorne #Surrey #watchyourwaste #watchyourwastesurrey #Halloween #pumpkin

Almost 15 million pumpkins will go into the rubbish the week after Halloween. Don’t let yours go to waste, put it out on your rubbish bin to be recycled! #recycling #recycle #recycling #food #foodwaste #Spelthorne #Surrey #watchyourwaste #watchyourwastesurrey #Halloween #pumpkin

Put your Halloween pumpkin on your rubbish bin and we will collect and recycle it. Your pumpkin will be used to generate electricity. #recycle #recycling #food #foodwaste #pumpkin #Spelthorne #Surrey #watchyourwaste #watchyourwastesurrey #Halloween

We are looking for the owner of this chest trunk which was recovered recently from the Wraysbury River. We believe that it, along with its contents, may have been stolen in a burglary. If you recognise it please get in touch quoting PR/45220010600. facebook.com/SpelthornePoli…

Did you know that 1 in 3 women will experience Domestic Abuse at some point in their adult lives and as many as 1 in 6 men? On 17 March, there will be a webinar where you can learn more about domestic abuse and support services available. More info: healthysurrey.org.uk/domestic-abuse…

Are you a victim of stalking? Have you been supported by a specialist stalking advocate? Maybe they liaised with police or informed you of your rights. Perhaps they simply believed you. We want to hear from you: rb.gy/4o8ycw #NSAW2022

Do you sometimes feel powerless in your relationship? Control yourself, not your partner. There’s no excuse for abuse. If you’re worried about your own abusive behaviour, find out how you can get help to stop tinyurl.com/55tta2aj #SurreyAgainstDA

If someone is controlling or frightening you then it may be difficult for you to find out about your options or where to find help. By using a library computer, you can access all the information you need. It’s free and safe tinyurl.com/mehkryzf #SurreyAgainstDA

Crew paged at 5.54pm yesterday to assist London Fire Brigade & other emergency services to search for missing teenager seen to enter water at Taggs Island. After comprehensive search volunteer crew stood down. If you see someone in difficulty in the water dial 999 & ask for coastguard.

We are seeing an increased numbers of cases of bird flu across the country and in parts of Spelthorne. As a precaution, we recommend people keep dogs on leads by waterways. Sick or dead birds should be reported to the Defra helpline on 03459 335577 and select option 7.

Put your Halloween pumpkin on your rubbish bin and we will collect and recycle it, they are used to generate electricity! We will still collect them next week. #recycle #recycling #food #foodwaste #pumpkin #Spelthorne #Surrey #watchyourwaste #recyclespelthorne #Halloween2023