as the school season in the uk begins, the chinese embassy in the uk once again issues a safety reminder
2024-09-26
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china news service, september 25. according to the wechat official account of the chinese embassy in the uk, british universities are about to start the new semester. the chinese embassy in the uk issued the following reminders to chinese students studying in the uk:
1. public security
safety first. new students coming to the uk should pay attention to the local political, economic, cultural and social situation in the uk, pay attention to the local media's reports on social security, and take safety precautions in a timely manner. avoid going to high-risk places during high-risk times, and avoid being close to crime-prone areas and pornography, gambling, and drug venues. pay special attention to safety during holidays. make friends carefully, act in accordance with the law, and do not exchange currency privately to avoid property losses or even being involved in illegal activities. when there are group events such as parades and demonstrations that may affect personal safety in the local area, you should try to reduce going out, strengthen prevention, and do not watch or participate.
2. physical and mental health
health is the most important thing. seek medical treatment and medication in time. arrange your travel, accommodation and meals reasonably, exercise and maintain good living habits. be cautious when eating raw or cold food or drinking raw water. in the uk, the daylight hours are short and the weather is often cloudy and rainy in winter. you should pay attention to your physical and mental health and strengthen communication with relatives and friends. if you have a physical or mental illness, you should seek help from the school's student welfare department, receive mental health counseling and receive timely medical treatment.
3. property safety
pay attention to the safety of your residence, protect your property, and deposit it in a bank if necessary. try to avoid carrying important documents such as your original passport, valuables, or large amounts of cash when going out. if you really need to carry them, you should take necessary safety measures. do not show off your wealth, and beware of theft, robbery, and car-smashing. be careful to prevent telephone and internet fraud, and do not send large sums of money to strangers based solely on phone or email, especially cross-border remittances.
iv. traffic safety
the driving direction in the uk is different from that in china, so you should pay attention to traffic safety. walking, driving, and cycling should comply with british traffic laws. you should use a valid driver's license when renting a car and purchase car rental insurance in accordance with regulations. when driving, you should plan your driving route, check the condition of the car, and carry a valid driver's license. you should follow the instructions of the police and traffic signs while driving, give way to pedestrians, and wear seat belts throughout the journey. avoid illegal behaviors such as running red lights, speeding, drunk driving, and fatigue driving. when passing intersections, turning, merging lanes, etc., you should pay attention to confirm that the driving direction is correct. avoid waiting for a long time in a secluded and dark place, and do not easily take a stranger's car or let a stranger take a ride. properly handle traffic accidents and call the police for help when necessary.
5. natural disasters
natural disasters such as windstorms, mountain torrents, and earthquakes may occur without warning. you should pay attention to local disaster forecast information, be sure to make corresponding preparations, improve your own disaster prevention and response capabilities, and follow official guidance when encountering disasters. take into account outdoor flora and fauna, hydrology and geography, temperature, rain and snow, and other natural conditions, and be fully prepared when going out.
6. travel safely and civilized
understand and respect local culture and customs in advance, and observe laws and regulations, social ethics and public order and good customs during your trip. when visiting theaters, museums and other places, do not violate the prohibition of photography and videography, dress appropriately and do not make loud noises. be cautious when traveling to places with poor transportation, climate and security conditions, and be cautious when participating in high-risk activities such as diving, hot air ballooning, gliding, mountaineering, and mountain hiking.
vii. service disputes
before and after going abroad, you may have dealings with various intermediaries and other individuals or institutions. it is recommended to obtain all kinds of information through official channels in advance to avoid hearsay and credulity. carefully select intermediaries and other service providers, sign contracts, clarify rights and responsibilities, and ensure that your legitimate rights and interests are protected. when disputes arise with others or institutions, especially intermediaries, airlines, travel agencies, etc., you should remain rational and avoid radical words and deeds. you can resolve them through negotiation or protect your rights in accordance with legal procedures.
8. laws and regulations
you must abide by local laws and regulations, be careful about your words and deeds, and do not engage in illegal activities. cooperate with law enforcement and avoid extreme behaviors such as physical conflicts. if you believe that the other party has infringed your rights, you can ask them to show their id, write down their work id number and other information, and protect your rights and interests through legal procedures and other legitimate channels. if you are involved in a case and are being questioned, you can ask the british side to provide free public interest lawyers, arrange for an interpreter to be present, and ask them to contact directly or ask the other party to notify the chinese embassy and consulate in the uk (consular district division: http://gb.china-embassy.gov.cn/lsfw_137163/zytz_137164/202407/t20240704_11448239.htm).
ix. contact information
please pay close attention to the safety reminders issued by the official website and wechat public account of the chinese embassy and consulate in the uk, the chinese consular service network, etc. in case of emergencies, please remember the following contact information:
uk police emergency number: 999 (non-emergency call: 101)
ministry of foreign affairs global consular protection and service emergency hotline (24 hours): +86-10-12308, +86-10-65612308
chinese embassy in the uk: +44-7536174993
consulate general in manchester: +44-161-2248986
consulate general in edinburgh: +44-131-3374449
consulate general in belfast: +44-7895306461
