Many people assume that the high risk time for home burglaries is the middle of the night and of course some burglaries do take place then but there tend to be more burglaries during the day. Why is this? Well, if you think about it, that is when more homes are left unoccupied. Burglars can… Continue reading Daytime burglaries
Category: Crime prevention
The dangers of unregulated installers
Would you let someone with a criminal record install an alarm system in your home or business? of course not! An unscrupulous alarm installer would have the ability to give themselves access to your property. They could steal your belongings while you were out and cover up how they gained entry. But how would you… Continue reading The dangers of unregulated installers
The Data Protection Act 1998 – Does Your CCTV Surveillance System Comply?
In the 1998 the scope of the Data Protection Act was broadened to include the capture, storage and use of personal data about individuals. This requirement extends to video images produced by CCTV surveillance cameras and a code of practice was produced to ensure that the obligations under the act were properly understood. In simple… Continue reading The Data Protection Act 1998 – Does Your CCTV Surveillance System Comply?
Reasonable Force?
This week, at their party conference, the Conservative party announced that they were going to change the law to be more sympathetic to individuals who use force to defend their homes, families and possessions against burglars. This is to be welcomed as it takes away the uncertainty that might otherwise occur if one is confronted… Continue reading Reasonable Force?
Senior judge told two burglars shot by homeowner it was their fault
This story, about a senior judge who told two burglars shot by homeowner it was their fault, has been widely reported. This link takes you to the full story. What the story shows yet again is the terrible stress and tauma associated with being burgled. One of the best ways to reduce your chances of… Continue reading Senior judge told two burglars shot by homeowner it was their fault
What’s the true cost of an alarm?
Nobody likes hidden extras and extra expense so at GuardHome we make a point of being very up-front about what it will cost to own one of our alarms and we also don’t have hidden extra costs or other nasty surprises. Unfortunately, that cannot be said for some other suppliers so let’s just highlight the… Continue reading What’s the true cost of an alarm?
What do the latest crime statistics mean?
Certain types of crime, like burglaries, are definiately going up but what do the figures mean and can they be trusted? For a simple explanation about crime statistsics see this explanation from Crime Stoppers. What do the figure mean to you? In one sense the figures tell you your chance of being a victim if… Continue reading What do the latest crime statistics mean?
