Manchester attack: '˜No imminent threat' ahead of Hull's Radio 1 Big Weekend

The annual event organised by the BBC will see Katy Perry, Lana Del Ray and Sean Paul perform this Saturday and Sunday.

In a statement today after yesterday’s terror attack in Manchester, Assistant Chief Constable Andy McDyer of Humberside Police pledged an “enhanced policing presence” across East Yorkshire, Hull and North Lincolnshire.

He said: “Our deepest sympathies go out to all those affected by the tragic events in Manchester. At this stage we are not aware of any casualties from this area.

“I want to reassure the people of Hull, East Riding, North & North East Lincolnshire that their safety remains our top priority, including the security of events planned over the coming weeks, and of course the Radio 1 Big Weekend on Saturday and Sunday.

“There is no information suggesting an imminent threat to our area at this time. We are taking all possible steps to keep people safe and to minimise the risk of a terrorist attack occurring in our force area.

“The public will see an enhanced policing presence, including armed police, across Humberside as the UK police, together with security and intelligence services, work around the clock to keep communities safe.

“Acts of terrorism attempt to create distrust and fear in communities. It is important that our communities stand together during difficult times.”