Tayside Police Tips
Our local Police Force – Tayside Police – have put their thinking caps on and written a list of Top Ten T in the Park tips – read, remember and use this info to make T in the Park the best weekend of 2010!
You are here to enjoy yourself! Stick with friends and people you trust. Don’t wander off on your own. If you are camping, remember which zone you are in and where your tent is. Remember, things might look completely different late at night! If you get lost, head for a Help Point or ask a police officer or steward for advice.
The best way to ensure you don’t lose something valuable to you is not to bring it in the first place! Only bring what you need.
Look after the property that you do bring. Lockers are available at the Campsite. They must be booked in advance, see tinthepark.com/lockers. Always secure any property left in your tent as best as possible. When you are sleeping, keep your valuables with you in your sleeping bag.
More mobiles are lost and stolen than any other item of property. Note down your mobile phone provider contact details and the IMEI number of your phone (KEY IN *#06# or look behind your battery). You will need these if your phone is stolen as it will prevent someone else using your phone.
Only carry the amount of cash you need. Remember there are ATM’s on site, but when using the ATM, be aware of who is hanging about nearby and put your card and cash away as soon as possible. Don’t keep all your cash and personal belongings together in one place. Spread them about your pockets and clothing. Only take credit cards if you need them. Don’t store pin numbers on your mobile in case it is stolen with any cards.
T in the Park tickets are valuable so think carefully about where you keep them. Don’t flash them about. Don’t plan to purchase tickets when you arrive. Ticket touts will charge inflated prices and there is also no guarantee that tickets from touts will be genuine. All tickets will be checked when you try to enter the event.
Lock and totally empty the inside of your vehicle, leaving the glove compartment open and empty. If you must bring a ‘sat nav’ device, remember to remove the unit and the cradle or window sucker.
Always report any incident no matter how big or small, to security or police, they are there to help. By reporting incidents you can help prevent further crime. If you can’t contact a police officer or steward in person, use these phone numbers;
In an EMERGENCY dial 999, In a NON-EMERGENCY dial 0300 111 2222, or if you want to pass CONFIDENTIAL information ANONYMOUSLY dial CRIMESTOPPERS 0800 555 111
If you can, try and mark your property to make it easier to identify. If you lose something head to the Lost Property Office in the Arena or Campsite or if you have had something stolen visit the Police compound in the campsite to report it. Alternatively call 0300 111 2222
We hope this year’s festival will bring sunshine but it is important to remember that the weather in Scotland can change very quickly. It is important you bring with you appropriate clothing for all weathers … and don’t forget your sunscreen!
