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Today - the 22nd of September - is the first day of autumn. The nights have already started drawing in, and the days will only get shorter from here.
Autumn can be a magical time, but unfortunately, the longer nights do make things easier for burglars. According to insurance data from recent years, break-ins become 34% more common after the clocks have gone back, and it's not hard to guess why: criminals generally prefer to operate under cover of darkness, and there's more darkness to be had in autumn and winter than in spring and summer.
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The year 2020 has been defined by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. And while it may feel like the worst is behind us, there are signs that a so-called 'second wave' could be upon us very soon.
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We're moving into a transitionary period where things are (starting) to go back to normal, but sadly, coronavirus is here to stay. Until a reliable treatment or vaccine is released, home and business owners need to take extra precautions, especially when it comes to old or vulnerable people.
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