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Noise Concerns Erupt Over Gateshead Stadium Gig
16 Oct
Summary
- Residents object to a planned music event at Gateshead International Stadium.
- Concerns stem from intrusive noise experienced during previous September events.
- Gateshead Council will decide on the entertainment and alcohol license application.
Residents across the River Tyne have formally objected to a planned music event at Gateshead International Stadium on October 30 and 31. The event, featuring DJ Ben Hemsley, is anticipated to attract approximately 6,000 people. Objectors cited significant noise disturbances from previous concerts held at the stadium in September.
Concerns were specifically raised regarding an entertainment and alcohol license application submitted to Gateshead Council. A local councilor reported being directly affected by the intrusive music, which continued until 11 PM and was audible from his home. Other residents also reported similar disturbances. The organizing company stated that previous events were managed with comprehensive sound monitoring.
The decision on the license application rests with Gateshead Council's licensing sub-committee, which is scheduled to convene on Thursday.
