Party-goers told to 'Get Home Safe' this festive period

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 10:00

As the Christmas party season gets underway, islanders are being encouraged to 'Get Home Safe'.

The States of Jersey Police and the government have launched a new campaign to get islanders to consider how to get home during the festive period.

Some of the tips shared include getting a hotel or staying at a friend's house if you cannot get home after a night out, or calling a taxi or getting the bus.

It launches as part of Road Safety Week, which includes educational visits to teach young people and children how to walk and cycle safely in the dark after school, as well as moped safety checks at secondary schools.

There will also be road checks and community engagement events to encourage pedestrians to wear reflective clothing.

The Minister for Infrastructure, Constable Andy Jehan, says often the last thing we say to each other after social events is ‘get home safe’:

"The best thing we can do for one another is look after our friends, colleagues, and close ones by ensuring their journey back home is safely planned.

"The consequences of drink driving, even without a collision, can be life-changing."

Between 2020 and 2025, there have been 676 incidents of drink driving recorded, with 'moderate drinkers' aged between 25 and 44 most likely to offend.

Robin Smith, Chief Officer at States of Jersey Police, says the Get Home Safe campaign is about doing what islanders do best, looking after each other.

"Jersey is, of course, a safe place, but safety doesn’t happen by chance.

"There’s a role for us all to play, whether that’s planning your journey home or making responsible choices, especially when looking out for friends and family."