Dear Watch members
As you are aware it is census time again and I would just like to remind you that The National Census could provide an opportunity for doorstep criminality by those using it as a cover for obtaining information they are not entitled to. Please be aware that all authorised census staff will carry an ID and also any visit by Census staff will be limited to the doorstep and entry to your house will not be necessary.
Please also be mindful of the following :
- Residents who return their completed questionnaires promptly (before 6 April) will not be contacted by the census field staff
- All census staff will carry an ID card with a photo, logo and hologram. They may ask for name and number of residents, but they will not ask for specific details (like credit card details, bank accounts etc)
- Residents will not be asked to leave their questionnaire on the doorstep for collection
- Residents can request a pre-arranged appointment with a collector, via the census helpline number (on the front of their questionnaire)
- Close the door if unsure. Phone the census helpline England: 0300 0201 101, Wales: 0300 0201 130 or check online for more info: www.census.gov.uk
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Jane Thirsk
Watch Officer
Office: 01244 612725
Wilmslow Neighbourhood Policing Team 0845 458 6374
Knutsford Neighbourhood Policing Team 0845 458 6380
Macclesfield Neighbourhood Policing Team 0845 458 6371