A popular Bonfire Night event in Truro, Cornwall, has been cancelled for the second year in a row due to health and safety concerns and budget restrictions. Truro City Council explained that it could not safely organize the event—featuring a fireworks display—at a cost that would remain affordable for local residents and avoid disruption to nearby residents. The event had been expected to draw up to 5,000 people, making it a significant community gathering in the Cornish city. The event would have been classified as an “advanced tier” event under Martyn’s Law, a new piece of legislation aimed at improving security at public events and venues to better protect against terrorist attacks. Named after Martyn Hett, a young fan of singer Ariana Grande who was killed in the 2017 Manchester Arena attack, the law received Royal Assent in 2025 and is set to take effect in spring 2027. Although the law is not yet in force, local councils are encouraged to prepare as if it already applies. Truro City Council had identified Tremorvah Playing Field as a possible venue for the event and worked extensively over the summer to create plans that met the heightened safety standards required by Martyn’s Law. These plans included measures such as road closures, ticketed entry, crowd management, and emergency response strategies, according to the council’s statement. Despite these efforts, the council concluded that it would not be possible to hold the event safely within the current budget while keeping entry prices affordable and minimizing disruption to the surrounding area. “Truro City Council can only stage events where it is satisfied that it can do so safely and within available budgets,” said David Rodda, the town clerk. He acknowledged the disappointment the decision would cause to local residents, adding that the council would continue to explore options to organize a safe and affordable event in the future.