Expect an increase in police presence and bag checks this month, as crowds descend upon places like shopping malls, local attractions and big events. If you're heading to year-end parties such as the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown — St Andrew's Road and Connaught Drive will be closed off for the festivities — you'll be seeing a lot of security officers patrolling the area. Front-line staff have also been trained to pick out unusual activities and react in an appropriate manner.