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Keeping safe this Christmas in the city

Find out how to keep safe in Westminster during the festive season.

Crime and safety

In an emergency  

Call 999 if: 

  • a serious offence is in progress or has just been committed 
  • someone is in immediate danger or harm 
  • property is in danger of being damaged 
  • a serious disruption to the public is likely 
  • Hearing or speech impairments 

If you have a hearing or speech impairment, use our textphone service 18000 or text us on 999 if you’ve pre-registered with the emergency SMS service.

Silent 999 calls 

If you're in danger but cannot talk on the phone, you should still call 999 and follow these instructions

Non-emergency 

Call 101 for non-emergency enquiries or report online.

If you have a hearing or speech impairment, use our textphone service on 18001 101. 

Published: 13 December 2024

Last updated: 13 December 2024