Singapore concert organisers 'remain vigilant' after Ariana Grande concert attack

Concert organisers here in Singapore will continue with tight security at events after a suicide bomber attack on an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester killed 22 on Monday (22 May).

Organisers of this year’s Singapore Grand Prix, which Grande has been slated to perform at, said that they will “continue to review and assess our security plans and work with all the relevant authorities to implement the necessary security measures for the event”.

“All of us at Singapore GP are deeply saddened by the tragic news. Our thoughts go out to all those affected,” a Singapore GP spokesperson told Yahoo Lifestyle Singapore.

He added that the Singapore GP has a “comprehensive security plan” developed with “the Security and Emergency Response committee”, which multiple government agencies and is led by the Singapore Police Force.

The Formula 1 night race takes place from 15 to 17 September.

IME Singapore, behind US pop sensation Britney Spears’ Singapore stop at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on 30 June, said that they “will be working very closely with the respective venues and the police” to tighten up security.

UnUsUaL Entertainment, who is behind the Foo Fighters’ concert in Singapore on 26 August, also said that they will work closely with the venue and relevant authorities to “ensure stringent security measures are in place – for example more thorough bag checks at the entrances, additional security personnel and armed security”, according to a spokesperson.

The Singapore Sports Hub said it would “continue to remain vigilant and work closely with the relevant agencies to maintain appropriate security presence on site”.

“The safety and security of patrons visiting the Singapore Sports Hub is always our priority. In addition to the security measures put in place by our security team, we work closely with the relevant security agencies… to monitor and assess risk levels, and safeguard the integrity of our venues for all who come here for work and play,” a spokesperson said.

The Sports Hub conducts bag checks at the gates and its terms and conditions of entry prohibit bags or luggage of dimensions larger than 35cm x 20cm x 30cm into the venue, in addition to other dangerous items such as weapons and objects that could be used as weapons.

“All staff are also trained on evacuation procedures, in the event of any emergency,” the spokesperson said.

The attack in Manchester was Britain’s deadliest attack in 12 years, and included children among the casualties.

Following the attack, Grande has reportedly suspended her world tour.

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