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London is the greatest city in the world for live entertainment - that's why it must be safer for women and girls

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21.06.2025

20 June 2025, 12:17 | Updated: 20 June 2025, 12:20

By Kaya Comer-Schwartz

London is the greatest city in the world for live entertainment, and this summer we have an incredible lineup of artists performing across our city’s world-class venues, including Beyonce, Dua Lipa, Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish and Sabrina Carpenter.

With last year being a record-breaking year for female pop stars, we want to make sure the next generation of women music creators and lovers can thrive.

Millions of people attend live events in London each year, and the Met work closely with a wide range of partners – including venues, event organisers, security firms, other emergency services and local authorities – to make sure that attendees can enjoy themselves in safety.

That activity is being stepped up this summer, with the number of major music events doubling this year.

Women and girls deserve to be safe and feel safe wherever they are in the capital, at any time of day or night, but sadly we know that for many........

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