Man arrested after nitrous oxide found at Parklife

A man's been arrested after police and security staff at Parklife festival found "significant quantities" of nitrous oxide on the site on Friday afternoon.

Also known as laughing gas, the Government banned the substance last year and re-classified it as a Class C drug, as part of wider efforts to tackle anti-social behaviour.

A 34-year-old man was arrested by police on suspicion of possession with intent to supply and remains in custody while the investigation continues.

Greater Manchester Police and Parklife security say they continue to work together to tackle anti-social behaviour, crime and drug dealing in all it’s forms to ensure those attending the event are safe, and minimise disruption to our local communities.

Superintendent Andy Sidebotham, who leads the Parklife policing operation this year, said: “We will work tirelessly this weekend - alongside event security and our partners - to prevent and tackle any criminality brought by a small number of people who attend the event or the local area.

"This is to help ensure that the majority of genuine festival-goers and residents have a safer and more enjoyable weekend."

Bauer News Investigation

Before the ban came into force, our news team took a look at the impacts of nitrous oxide on people's health and the communities it's used in.

You can watch what we found out below:

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