Bonfire and fireworks cancelled over safety fears

A Bonfire Night and fireworks event has been cancelled for the second year in a row after organisers said it could not be held safely within the available budget.

The event was due to be held in Truro and was expected to attract up to 5,000 people, with plans developed over the summer to manage crowds, traffic and emergency access.

Town clerk David Rodda said the council made the decision not to go ahead reluctantly and knew it would be "a disappointment for many residents".

The council said it would continue to look at ways of overcoming the challenges of organising the event and it aimed to hold a safe and affordable display in future.

The city council was expected to follow enhanced measures Martyn's Law, which requires organisers of large public events to put additional security measures in place.

Although the legislation does not come into force until 2027, councils were encouraged to act as though it is already in place.

Mr Rodda said: "Truro City Council can only stage events where it is satisfied that it can do so safely and within available budgets.

"Despite our best efforts, it was not possible to do that this year whilst keeping the entry price at an affordable level."

Tremorvah Playing Field was identified as a potential venue and plans included road closures, ticketed entry and measures to manage crowds arriving and leaving, however it was concluded that it would not be possible to stage the event.

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