THE ‘Sorry, no trick or treat this Halloween’ campaign is led by Devon and Cornwall Police.

People, who wish to not be disturbed by trick or treaters this year, can cut out the poster and place in their windows or front doors.

Bob Bunney from the Devon and Cornwall Police prevention department, said: ‘We say to anyone who’s going trick-or-treating to think about other people, particularly the elderly and vulnerable, as they may get worried or even frightened if strangers are continually calling at their door during the evening.

‘We don’t want to spoil anyone’s fun, but we ask people not to call at homes displaying “Sorry, no trick or treat” poster and not to be persistent if their requests are declined.’

Police advise adults that they should always accompany their children when they are trick-or-treating. Only go to the houses of people you know and who are happy for you to call. Stay safe, keep to places that you know and are well lit. Do not take short cuts through gardens, alleyways or parks.

They also advise that you should carry a torch and a fully charge mobile phone. Be careful of lantern flames igniting costumes.

To download the poster, visit www.dc.police.uk/halloween