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Safety: Beer mats warn of travel dangers

The rural development minister in Northern Ireland has backed a campaign to help young people to travel safely after a night out.

Members of the Shadow Youth Partnership in Clones Erne East designed beer mats and posters and worked with local taxi firms and pub and club owners to emphasise the importance of not walking home alone at night and not taking a lift from someone who may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Minister Michelle Gildernew said: "This initiative is a step in the right direction in trying to make young people aware of the importance of keeping safe."

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