With over 300,000 people due to attend over the five homecoming shows,Greater Manchester Police are working with partners to ensure Oasis’ homecoming shows pass by safely at Manchester’s Heaton Park starting from this Friday.
Planning has been underway within GMP over the past six months alongside partners including Manchester City Council, Transport for Greater Manchester, North West Ambulance Service, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service and many more.
There will be a highly visible policing operation will be in place in Heaton Park across the five gigs.
Assistant Chief Constable Matt Boyle said: “Greater Manchester Police is highly experienced at supporting the safety of large-scale events at Heaton Park, such as the annual Parklife festival, which passed without incident in June.
“Our priority is to ensure everyone’s safety. We have worked closely with event organisers and partners to make sure the event is safe and enjoyable for those attending, whilst minimising any crime or antisocial behaviour impacts on local residents.
“We will have a large and highly visible policing operation in place in Heaton Park, the City Centre and on routes into and out of the venue to help people enjoy the event. We also have neighbourhood police officers and staff in place who are dedicated to dealing with local residents’ concerns.
“Our advice to fans attending is to enjoy yourselves but to remain vigilant, keep your belongings safe and report anything suspicious to police or security staff so we can act on it. Make sure you have planned your journey and are prepared for hot weather.
“To those who are visiting Manchester but don’t have a ticket, we hope you enjoy the many Oasis attractions in place in the city.”
