MEMBERS of the public are to get a unique insight into what policing on a Friday night in Bournemouth town centre involves.

This Friday from 6pm, PC Anthony Berry and PC Adam Steeves will be providing live updates on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram using the hashtag #DPNightOut.

Dorset Police is issuing advice around safety in the night-time economy, which forms part of the wider #ThisChristmas festive crime prevention campaign.

Superintendent Jared Parkin said: “We are running this campaign to raise awareness of the importance of staying safe from harm while on a night out.

“We know that Christmas is a perfect time to go out celebrating with friends and family, and this social media event is a fantastic opportunity to share our work with the public and get their take on how Dorset Police is protecting them while they are out enjoying themselves this Christmas.

“The last thing we want to do is stop anyone having fun. We just want to encourage people to consider their personal safety before going on a night out and to make decisions during the night that do not put themselves or others in danger.

“Excessive drinking lowers your inhibitions and can result in you doing things you may later regret. It also affects your senses and can make you less aware of potential dangers. This can lead to people getting themselves into trouble with the law and makes them more likely to be a victim of crime. Please follow our advice and help Dorset Police keep our night time communities safe.”