Today my 12 yr son Tim is 41. His life was ended by an IRA bomb, but it helped bring peace to GB, NI & ROI thro @peacefoundation. Wendy and I wanted to make Tim’s life have meaning and I think we’ve done so. RIP Tim. Your light shines bright x. Please R/T
Don't get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the festive season without considering the safety of your home! Be sure to check sockets or extension leads are not overloaded, as this can cause overheating. Find out more: https://t.co/SCac2IFWEs
As we head into the Christmas holidays, it's important to make sure our homes are safe and secure. Check out our electrical safety tips to keep your family and friends safe: https://t.co/zqytDIr5xN
Thank you to everybody who has helped raise awareness this Electrical Fire Safety Week! A recap of all of our advice can be found on our website: https://t.co/T2Xzp9jA8D
Stay safe as you enjoy the festive season and share these tips with your loved ones. #EFSW23
"Trophy hunters who kill Giraffes, Elephants, Lions and the like to get their cheap thrills are scum." ~ @RickyGervais.
RT if you want a ban on ALL #TrophyHunting NOW!!
What is it about e-scooter and e-bike battery fires that makes them so ferocious? 💥 In the event of an e-bike or e-scooter fire, the lithium-ion batteries that power these devices enter a process called thermal runaway. Watch the full explainer here: https://t.co/J5OZhlkTVi
🏡🍃 Staying safe in the garden 👇
We always recommend buying from a reputable retailer and registering your product with the manufacturer. However, it's vital to know how to use these products to ensure you stay safe.
For more guidance: https://t.co/MNpYABTGMY
✈️Going abroad? To ensure you can use your electrical items safely whilst abroad, you'll need a specific type of travel adaptor depending on where you're going. Find out which one you'll need: https://t.co/j7N8QxyM50
First market day of the week awaits tomorrow! 😁
Come on down and discover the tantalizing treats of the World Famous Bury Market!
There is just so much to try... 😋
#LYLM2023#MyMarket
It's very easy to forget or put off testing your smoke alarms. If you need to, set a reminder each month. Don't risk leaving it - testing your smoke alarms could save your life.
One of the heaters we found via an online ad arrived with an EU mains plug and a highly dangerous, substandard UK travel adaptor. This adaptor does not meet UK safety standards and can put users at risk. Ensure you buy from a reputable retailer that you know and trust.
1/2 This evening, the Demand Flexibility Service will take place from 5-6pm.
Households will be encouraged to limit their usage during this time, but we want to ensure you do all you can to reduce your risk if running appliances later.
Follow these simple steps on how to do so:
Back in November for Electrical Fire Safety Week, we listened to some horrifying stories from fire rescue services across the UK, where electric heaters had caused devastating home fires.
#DontBeNext#ThrowbackThursday#TBT
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Did you know that online marketplaces do not have to adhere to the same safety standards as conventional retailers?
Consumers should be protected when purchasing electricals from online marketplaces.
https://t.co/fI2rqA42RI
"MAJOR OVERLOAD! 💥
...Luckily the owner had a mains linked smoke alarm next to the board as this was in a utility passage.” 😱
Take a look at this #caughtoncamera sent in by Lewis Boden (magnoliafan89) on Instagram!
The Bury Bike Library is now open at Radcliffe Library!
Bike libraries allow people to borrow a bicycle, for FREE, to help boost access to cycling.
All you need is a valid Bury Library membership and to fill out a short agreement form.
Learn more - https://t.co/0mZMKIgDm0