The fireworks display in Blakeney will not go ahead this November with organisers blaming increasingly complex health and safety measures required by so-called Martyn's Law.

The legislation is named after Martyn Hett - one of the 22 people killed in the Manchester Arena bombing attack in May 2017.

It places extra requirements for organisers of events of more than 800 people to take steps to protect against the threat of terrorism, like bag-search policies and CCTV.

Since its introduction, critics have warned that the well-intentioned law may have a stifling effect on community-organised events.

They fear it will place such unrealistic demands on organisers that many may simply scrap their plans.

The free Blakeney event, held on the quayside, usually attracts hundreds of visitors to the village.

It is organised by the parish council and a provisional date for this year's display had already been set, with a fireworks provider lined up.

However, the decision to cancel it was ratified at a meeting this week, with councillors also raising concerns about the clerk's workload and difficulties finding enough volunteers.

Minutes from a previous meeting where the cancellation was first proposed state: "The decision reflects the growing complexity and compliance demands of delivering the event, including anticipated requirements under Martyn’s Law,........

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