Police have been called to the scene of an illegal rave at a former industrial site in Wales. Gwent Police said they were called over reports of loud music coming from The British, near Talywain in Pontypool, in the early hours of New Year’s Day.
It is the largest remaining site of industrial dereliction in southeast Wales and is near the Big Pit National Coal Museum, reports WalesOnline. Police officers remain at the scene of the rave, and have urged people to keep away. Power has been disconnected at the site, and a section 63 notice directing people to leave has been served.
Superintendent Stephen Drayton said: “In line with existing powers, and to ensure the safety of those going to unlicensed music events and those in the vicinity, officers can close the event to prevent any escalation, seize equipment, and prosecute organisers. The power to the site has now been disconnected and we’ve served a section 63 notice to those in the area directing them to leave.
“Raves can cause serious disruption to nearby residents, pose risks to those in attendance, and will not be tolerated. As our officers continue to deal with the incident and as people leave the site we’re asking the wider community to avoid the area wherever possible to avoid a build-up of traffic.”
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