Plympton Police

07/09/2026

As children return to school, we are asking everyone to play their part in keeping the roads around our schools safe.
Parking too close to school entrances, on zig-zag lines, pavements or near crossings can reduce visibility and make it difficult for children to safely see and be seen when crossing the road.
Please remember:
🚗 Park responsibly and legally – avoid stopping where restrictions are in place.
👀 Keep crossings and junctions clear – give children the best possible view of approaching traffic.
🚸 Slow down and stay alert – children can be unpredictable, particularly at busy drop-off and pick-up times.
🚶 Encourage safe crossing – remind children to use designated crossings.
🤝 Think safeguarding – a few extra minutes walking can make a significant difference to everyone’s safety.
Our priority is the safety of children, families and the wider school community. By parking considerately and driving responsibly, we can all help make the journey to and from school safer.
Please park with care. Protect our children. Keep our school communities safe.


Kind Regards

Plymouth North Neighbourhood Team

27/08/2026

Bank Holiday! | Have a safe TRIP

Whether you’re leaving the south west or coming to visit, have a safe and enjoyable summer holiday road trip.

Follow the T.R.I.P. checks every driver needs to perform to keep themselves, their passengers and other road users safe.

TOP UP your fuel or battery, oil and screen wash
REST with planned stops of at least 15 minutes every two hours
INSPECT tyre pressure, tread depth and for cracks or tears before setting out
PREPARE for all weather conditions…it may be very hot, or we may have rain and thunderstorms

We’ll add that SPEED limits are there for your safety, they are not a target. Drive within the limit and to prevailing road, weather and traffic conditions. So, TRIPS: as easy to remember as TRIP.

🚗 Have a great bank holiday! 😎

(More on road safety in the comments 👇 )

22/08/2026

Enjoying the summer sun? Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings. Report anything that doesn’t feel right to security or report online in confidence at https://orlo.uk/9Dx0A

In an emergency call 999.

Remember, action counters terrorism.

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts—report it to Counter Terrorism Policing. Share concerns in confidence and help keep the public safe.

19/08/2026

Looking for something fun to do?
Aged 10-18 years old?
Want to meet new people and have a great time?
Come along and get involved!
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15/08/2026

Enjoying the summer sun? Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings. Report anything that doesn’t feel right to security or report online in confidence at https://orlo.uk/TRLOz

In an emergency call 999.

Remember, action counters terrorism.

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts—report it to Counter Terrorism Policing. Share concerns in confidence and help keep the public safe.

10/08/2026

Eclipse! | Keep yourself and everyone else safe

😎 Sound advice about watching the eclipse on Wednesday from David Jones, Consultant Ophthalmologist with the Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust. Click on the link.

🚗 If you are traveling to a vantage point to watch, please park safely and responsibly in official car parks and marked areas, don’t cause an obstacle by parking on verges, kerbs or pavements. Emergency vehicles need access everywhere at all times 🚑

🔥 Avoid the use of barbecues and be careful with disposing of ci******es, especially in countryside locations – it’s tinder dry out there. Please take your litter home with you.

☀️ Enjoy this rare and stunning event safely and responsibly.

08/08/2026

Enjoying the summer sun? Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings. Report anything that doesn’t feel right to security or report online in confidence at https://orlo.uk/I0UNS

In an emergency call 999.

Remember, action counters terrorism.

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts—report it to Counter Terrorism Policing. Share concerns in confidence and help keep the public safe.

01/08/2026

Enjoying the summer sun? Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings. Report anything that doesn’t feel right to security or report online in confidence at https://orlo.uk/xcMmv

In an emergency call 999.

Remember, action counters terrorism.

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts—report it to Counter Terrorism Policing. Share concerns in confidence and help keep the public safe.

26/07/2026

🛴 Plymouth: Know the difference

Rental e-scooters will soon be popping up around the city, but there's an important difference between rental and privately owned e-scooters.

✅ LEGAL TO RIDE 👍
Rental e-scooters operating as part of Plymouth's Government-approved trial.
• You need to be 18 or over and have a full or provisional licence.
• The rental company provides third party insurance and safety checks.
• They can be ridden on public roads including cycle lanes.
• In all cases we recommend wearing a helmet.

❌ NOT LEGAL IN PUBLIC 👎
Privately owned e-scooters.
• Can not be ridden on roads, pavements, cycle lanes, parks or any public land.
• They can only be ridden legally on private land with the landowner's permission (wear a helmet).
• Uninsured.
• No scheduled safety checks

Check the law before buying an e-scooter , don't be caught out 👉 https://orlo.uk/E-scooters_and_E-bikes_The_Law_AeNYq

25/07/2026

Enjoying the summer sun? Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings. Report anything that doesn’t feel right to security or report online in confidence at https://orlo.uk/ca0Su

In an emergency call 999.

Remember, action counters terrorism.

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts—report it to Counter Terrorism Policing. Share concerns in confidence and help keep the public safe.