Devon and Cornwall Police have revealed the traffic management measures that will be in place in Falmouth during the G7.

The update comes as the police and Cornwall Council launch a campaign to inform and reassure communities about the impact of the G7 Summit.

Residents, businesses, and visitors are being informed of the key details around disruptions, restrictions, and diversions before, during, and after the event.

The G7 Summit is taking place between 11th-13th June and will host world leaders in St Ives, with Falmouth and Newquay Airport also providing support venues for the event.

In Falmouth, where the Maritime Museum at Event Square will be used as the media centre for the G7 Summit, both Grove Place and Maritime car parks will be closed between 27th May and 19th June.

Campbeltown Way will be closed to traffic between 27th May and 19th June. The car park in Church Street will be closed for pay and display 10th to 13th June.

Some restricted areas in St Ives and Falmouth will require residents and business workers to provide two forms of current identification linked to their home or business address in order to gain access in vehicles to those homes or businesses. These might be a council tax bill, utility bill, bank statement (within the last three months) or driving licence.

Any delivery driver or service provider seeking entry to restricted areas will need to provide proof of manifest/order confirmation to the address that they are seeking to access along with their personal company ID.

The same principle in terms of suitable documentation and ID will need to be presented by any care workers or similar (e.g. charity volunteers who are providing support to residents within the community).

Pedestrian access will be restricted in areas of the immediate vicinity of key areas and people will be subject to security checks. Only residents will be allowed access to these areas.

Superintendent Jo Hall of Devon & Cornwall Police said:

"Our local policing teams and Council community link officers have been working together to engage with communities in St Ives, Falmouth, and Newquay since the announcement of the event.

"This campaign aims to further inform and reassure communities about the impact of the event in the local areas and the temporary changes they can expect.

"We are working hard to minimise the impact of the summit on local communities and we are engaging regularly with residents and other partners in the affected areas. We would encourage residents to speak to their local police officers about any concerns they might have.

"There will be a certain level of disruption caused by the restrictions and closures, but we hope that people will understand that these are essential to ensure a safe and secure event for delegates and the wider community.

"We are thankful for the support and understanding of residents and visitors and we hope that the Summit will leave a positive legacy for Cornwall."

A dedicated G7 Summit website, has been created to provide up-to-the-minute information so that people can stay informed.

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