London’s well-recognised fireworks display marking the New Year – traditionally held along South Bank – has been axed once again amid concerns in the latest disruptions caused by the pandemic.

The event will instead be replaced by a “broadcast spectacular” event to be held in Trafalgar Square and broadcasted Live on both BBC One & livestreamed on BBC iPlayer and will feature a special live choir performance.

Spending the second year without their hallmark NYE event, Londoners are looking forward to the Trafalgar Square event, a ticketed celebration event which will feature live music, stage performers, food stalls and a cinema-style screen displaying the live broadcast feed. Tickets will be awarded to applicants by ballot, further information is yet to be released in regard to the night.

Last year BBC broadcasted a series highlighting the main event, hosted at The o2, North Greenwich, and events at London landmarks such as Hyde Park, Marble Arch & Greenwich Park.

Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has encouraged everyone to embrace the event and to make use of the city’s bars, clubs & restaurants to celebrate the New Year. Bridges & buildings across London will be illuminated as part of the ‘Let’s Do London Winter Lights’ Season by the Mayor.

Whilst some have criticised the Mayors decision, others are concerned of the possibility of a ‘Winter Lockdown’ following reports of a ‘fourth-wave’ in Europe have caused major concerns across the continent, causing for people in the UK to grow increasingly concerned at the prospect of another lockdown.

We are yet to be informed on more

Written by: Hassan Qadeer | Subbing by: Raheela Ali