KEY coils to deter pickpockets are to be handed out tomorrow in Witney and Carterton.

The district's Community Safety Partnership has embraced the scheme after a successful launch in Bicester. Giles Sports in Carterton is providing 500 coils free. The key coil attaches a purse or wallet to a handbag or belt loop.

They are being handed out at Witney's Woolgate Centre, and at Carterton market in the town centre, from 10am to 11.30am, and can be bought from Giles Sports for 50p.