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Female Runners Demand Safety Amid Winter Darkness Concerns

11/29/2025

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Story summary

Female runners in the South West and Channel Islands say running in the dark raises safety concerns.
Campaigns such as This Girl Can's "Let's Lift the Curfew" aim to raise awareness of these safety issues.
Research from 2023 shows 72% of women in the United Kingdom alter their outdoor activities during winter.
Runners report experiences of harassment, including catcalling and intimidation, highlighting ongoing safety challenges.

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Story summary

Female runners in the South West and Channel Islands say running in the dark raises safety concerns.
Campaigns such as This Girl Can's "Let's Lift the Curfew" aim to raise awareness of these safety issues.
Research from 2023 shows 72% of women in the United Kingdom alter their outdoor activities during winter.
Runners report experiences of harassment, including catcalling and intimidation, highlighting ongoing safety challenges.