We've had a printing issue with a small number of poll cards that have been issued for the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner election on 2 May. If you receive a second poll card please destroy the first poll card you received, and use the second one. The replacement poll cards will be clearly marked to show you which one to retain. Please be reassured this will not affect anyone's ability to vote, or allow people to vote more than once. Whilst you can take your poll card to the polling station, remember you don't need it to vote, but you must remember to bring your voter ID. Thank you for your understanding.

Event permissions and licences

Large scale event guidance

The Purple Guide is an online resource that aims to help event organisers to manage health and safety, particularly at large-scale music and similar events. There is a subscription of £25 plus VAT for 12 months' access to the website, including all updates and additional guidance that may be added during that period.

The HSE (Health and Safety Executive) also provide guidance on running events safely.

The SIA (Security Industry Authority) also provide security at events guidance.