A PILOT scheme which aims to keep youngsters safe while crossing the road in the dark or in dull weather has been launched in Ferryhill.
All 220 pupils at Dean Bank Primary School have been given a reflective wristband by local police officers.
Beat officer PC Chris Metcalfe hopes the bands, paid for by Durham County Council, will make the children more visible to motorists.
PC Metcalfe said: "We want to reduce casualties in the area, especially at this time of year and the police take community safety very seriously. It is a pilot scheme but the idea could be used in other areas if other schools and groups are interested."
Headteacher Chris Young said: "The bands are going to be especially useful on dark mornings or nights when pupils are walking to school."
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