Mul-T-Lock Adds Peace of Mind Against a Rise in Rural Crime

A combination of pressures is fuelling growing levels of crime and thefts from relatively isolated premises nationally. 

The cost of rural crime, which includes thefts of quad bikes, livestock and fuel, rose more than 40% in the first quarter of 2022 following two successive years of falls, according to research. 

Says Claire Blakemore, Managing Director of Mul-T-Lock: “Rural crime is a very broad picture and farmers experience crime in all sorts of ways.  There are many ways farmers can be targeted and we understand it can make people living in the country feel very vulnerable.”

Mul-T-Lock is reaching out to combat the growth in crime with an increase in cost-effective solutions available, demonstrating how small upgrades to security on site can make all the difference and add essential peace of mind security.

Mul-T-Lock's wide range of mechanical and electromechanical padlocks are built strong to meet the needs of almost any farming requirement and application, with many utilising patent-protected technology.

Leading the series are the NE/NG range of padlocks, which are capable of functioning with high reliability in all conditions.  These provide excellent resistance against physical attacks, together with weather and other environmental conditions that can have an impact on performance, such as corrosion.

The NE/NG range is not only CEN Rated from 3 up to 6, but also Sold Secure Bronze, Silver, Gold and Diamond certified by the Master Locksmith Association. Cost-effective, yet offering the highest level possible in terms of security, these padlocks also meet EN 12320 standards.

Claire concludes: “Mul-T-Lock and our professional network of locksmiths are doing all we can to ensure peace of mind to support farmers and rural communities at a time where they are left to feel like nobody cares.” 

“We know how much destruction and havoc thefts can cause and the expense and stress to replace essential equipment.  The message to not leave anything vulnerable in the field and ensure high grade padlocks for sheds and outbuildings is just one way to add a visual and very physical deterrent.”

* https://metro.co.uk/2023/03/12/victims-face-devastation-of-livelihoods-amid-rise-in-rural-crime-18413651/