Barnet households offered 'No Trick or Treat' posters
Broad Green Safer Neighbourhood Team provides signs for residents not wishing to participate in Halloween activities.
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Households in Barnet that do not wish to participate in Halloween activities can now obtain 'No Trick or Treat' posters. The Broad Green Safer Neighbourhood Team is distributing these signs for residents to display on their front doors.
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PCSO Angela Dennis stated that the team is encouraging residents to use the posters. The signs are intended to clearly indicate that occupants prefer not to be disturbed on Halloween evenings. This initiative aims to help make the event more comfortable and respectful for everyone in the community, particularly as the evenings grow darker.
PCSO Dennis added, "Whilst many families enjoy taking part in trick or treating, we understand that not everyone feels comfortable answering their door, particularly as the evenings become darker. These signs can help indicate that you would prefer to not be disturbed. Thank you for helping us make Halloween enjoyable and respectful for everyone in our community."
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+What are the 'No Trick or Treat' posters for?
The 'No Trick or Treat' posters are provided by the Broad Green Safer Neighbourhood Team. They are for households that do not wish to participate in Halloween activities and want to indicate to trick-or-treaters that they prefer not to be disturbed.
+Who is offering these posters in Barnet?
The Broad Green Safer Neighbourhood Team is offering the 'No Trick or Treat' posters to residents. PCSO Angela Dennis is encouraging people to display them on their front doors to communicate their preferences.
+Why are these posters being offered?
These posters are being offered to help ensure Halloween is enjoyable and respectful for everyone. They provide a clear way for residents who may not feel comfortable answering their door, especially as it gets darker, to express their preference not to be disturbed.
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