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Fearless - our youth service
Summer 2026
Want to have a good summer? This page has all the info you need to stay safe and get home okay.
What are you carrying?
Sunscreen. Water. Young Scot Card. Fully charged phone.
Nothing that causes harm to you or other people.
A good day out should always end that way too.
- Know how you’re getting home before you head out.
- Check the last bus or train
- Keep your phone charged
- Stay with people you trust
Missed your last bus or train home?
These things happen.
- Stay somewhere busy and well-lit
- Speak to staff, security or police.
- Call someone you trust
There’s a Help Point at every train station in Scotland that you can use to automatically connect to a Customer Information Advisor 24 hours a day. They’ll be able to give you advice on what to do.
Festivals should be fun.
These tips help keep it that way.
Stick with people you trust
- Go with mates you know
- Check in on each other
- Pick a meet‑up spot in case phones die
Look after yourself
- Drink water, not just energy drinks
- Eat something when you can
- Take breaks - no one needs to be “on” all day
Feeling unwell, overwhelmed or worried about something?
All festivals and big events have welfare tents/areas staffed with people who can help you and keep you safe. These will be mapped out and clearly signposted.
You can also speak to the event security or police officers.
Hot days. Beaches. Rivers. Lochs.
Water can catch people out quickly, even if you’re confident.
If you get into trouble:
Trust that feeling.
Leave, if you can.
Put distance between you and what’s bothering you.
Call or message someone you trust.
Ask for help from staff or police.
Want to look out for mates?
Sometimes it’s simple:
“Come on, let’s go.”
“Leave it.”
“It’s not worth it.”
Not working?
Never put yourself in danger.
Your safety comes first - get help instead of stepping in.
Think about how your actions affect other people - and choose to do things that help, not harm.
Childline is a free service there to help you with any situation you’re dealing with, no matter how big or small you think it is. You can call on 0800 1111 or chat 1-2-1 with a counsellor online by visiting their website.
Samaritans provides emotional support to anyone in distress or at risk of suicide.
Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can call 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org
In an emergency, always call 999
Be Fearless
If you have information about crime, you can tell our charity 100% anonymously.
That means we can’t track your name, contact details or even your IP address.
Nobody will ever know the information came from you - but it could be lifesaving.
Good mates speak up.
Want to know more about staying safe?
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