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Revel but don't leave your child alone, parents urged

Abu Dhabi - Kids need attention even if you are exchanging greetings or shopping

The Higher Committee for Child Protection at the Ministry of Interior urged parents to avoid leaving children unattended especially inside cars during Eid Al Adha shopping or while visiting families and neighbours to exchange greetings.
Major-General Dr Nasser Lakhrebani Al Nuaimi, secretary general of the Office of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Higher Committee for Child Protection, called upon the parents to comply with prevention and safety procedures in order to avoid accidents that might disturb the peace of this auspicious occasion.
He pointed out that children do not realise the risks surrounding them, hence the vital role of parents in protecting children from dangers caused by negligence and lack of attention. He also hoped that such incidents would not occur, wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday.
He added: "The Ministry of Interior is exerting tremendous efforts to provide services according to the best international standards... to promote protection and security of children. These efforts are complemented by boosting family awareness among all social categories as families can play a valuable role, being the nucleus of society."
Major Dr Mohammed Khalifa Al Ali, Director of the Ministry of Interior's Child Protection Centre, stressed the centre's keenness to intensify preventive awareness of the dangers, especially with regard to leaving children unattended while family members become preoccupied with exchanging Eid greetings with others.
"Children are a responsibility and we are bound to protect them and keep them out of harm's way," he said.
He added that all police and security bodies are intensifying their efforts to enhance security and safety at the various public locations.
He also urged parents to make sure to provide all safety requirements around their homes and children's play areas, particularly against the dangers of fireworks.
He urged parents not to hesitate to contact police stations in cases of emergencies by calling 999, adding that police are ready to provide the public with assistance and support.
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