Cost of Football and Special Events

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Request

FOI: How much does it cost to police a) football matches b) gay pride events and c) other special events? Philip would like information for the last 3 financial years.

Response

In accordance with section 1(1) (b) of the Act our response is provided below;

Of the events held within the Cheshire Police area the costs of policing is generally met by the organisers or policed using available resources.

The only additional costs are in relation to football and they amounted to £207.99 for season 2010-11.

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