Police in £10,000 fines warning over New Year's Eve celebrations
Police in Shropshire have issued a warning that people organising large New Year's Eve celebrations risk a £10,000 fine.
West Mercia Police have asked people to be "responsible" after Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin were moved into Tier 3 of the government's Covid restrictions.
The force's Deputy Chief Constable Julian Moss said: “As much as many people may want to be out celebrating the end of the year we all need to follow the restrictions a bit longer and have our New Year celebrations the ‘2020 way’ to help us get back to “normal” as soon as possible.
“We are sure that the vast majority of our communities will respect the rules, as they have since March, and we continue to be thankful for their support, community spirit and care for those around them.
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“Those that put others at risk of this deadly virus by committing serious breaches, such as organising large gatherings and parties for New Year’s Eve, can expect a visit from our officers and a £10,000 fine."
He added: “Each year we have additional resources in place for New Year’s Eve to support our communities in enjoying the celebrations safely. In that respect, this year is no different and extra officers will be on patrol throughout the evening and early hours.”
