Warning from police ahead of Raisin Weekend in St Andrews
Police are warning drinking in the streets and anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated.
Students in St Andrews are being encouraged to make sure they enjoy Raisin Weekend safely and responsibly.
Police say they will have a visible presence in the town over the weekend – and warning that drinking in the streets and anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated.
Officers are also warning students not to remove other people’s property for the purpose of the celebrations, saying that will dealt with in the same way as any other theft.
Inspector Nicola Black said: “The majority of those taking part in Raisin Weekend will act in a responsible manner.
“However the behaviour of a small number can negatively impact on the reputation of the town’s students and I want to make it clear that noise nuisance, anti-social behaviour and drinking in the streets will not be tolerated.
“We work closely with the University and we would like to remind students that should they come to the attention of the police this could negatively impact on their university career.
“We also want to emphasise to the students the need to be safe, encouraging them to look after each other and not place themselves, or their friends, in danger.
“I’d advise them to stick with their friends, know in advance how they are getting home and not to leave venues with strangers.”