100%ish security check in queue gate d

[CaledonianGonzo]

Post Bataclan and Pulse I think there was an assumption that checks would step up. It's not a reaction to anything that's actually happening right now.

1 hour ago, JamieKThomas said:

Anybody know what our rights actually are when it comes to security? How far can security actually go in their searches? 

I think Stop and Search was replaced by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012.

But basically - you don't have to agree to a search and they don't have to let you in to the festival. 

[Mezhyp1]

1 hour ago, JamieKThomas said:

Anybody know what our rights actually are when it comes to security? How far can security actually go in their searches? 

Pretty much none, if they're wanting to search you fully before entering, they will. Or you won't be entering 

Edited June 22, 2016 by Mezhyp1

[tjfish]

34 minutes ago, Mezhyp1 said:

Pretty much none, if they're wanting to search you fully before entering, they will. Or you won't be entering 

What if they want to enter you? 

[little_jim]

With the clampdown on "no longer" legal highs etc I guess they are just being extra vigilant. It's not great by any means yes it slows things down but if it means we're that little bit safer from anything you see in the news "tin foil hat" so be it. 

But as I said maybe they are coming down a little harder on illegal substances this year.

[RobertProsineckisLighter]

I have to say I wonder if this is at least in part behind this morning statement. 

[kalifire]

13 minutes ago, Nobody Interesting said:

It does the opposite of worry me - it makes me feel better. They are looking out for us and will probably ignore stuff for personal use.

Absolutely. The odd rogue to one side, security are doing a job to ensure all our lives are better for five days.

[Glastonlocal]

The checks likely relate to security concerns, not drugs. 

[arcade fireman]

If it's just torch bag searches then if you've hidden your stash in a half sensible place it sounds like you'll be fine. 

[RobertProsineckisLighter]

5 minutes ago, Glastonlocal said:

The checks likely relate to security concerns, not drugs. 

That's my take on it. I'm not sure there is any additional reason for then to be concerned but it's better to be safe than sorry. 

[tvrobbie]

Out of interest is there a increased police presence or just private security doing searches? I can't imagine the police leaving it all up to the normal security if there was any serious threat/security concern

[Honeybane]

Does this affect my chances of getting caught if I shove it down my bollocks 

[Dave_c]

34 minutes ago, kalifire said:

Absolutely. The odd rogue to one side, security are doing a job to ensure all our lives are better for five days.

Agreed. Its for everyone's safety.

[Deaf Nobby Burton]

8 minutes ago, Honeybane said:

Does this affect my chances of getting caught if I shove it down my bollocks 

That's sounds painful, how would you get them back out of your Bollocks?

[FloorFiller]

Surely won't be able to continue this all day? What with the traffic and delays already in full effect keeping up searches like this will only postpone things more

But as has been said, unless your stash is sitting right on the other side of your bag zip you should be fine imo

[kingmonkey1980]

Come on people wisen up.  The searches are nothing to do with drugs, they are looking for anything that could potentially be used for a terrorist attack.  Guns, explosives etc.  This is going on at major events all over the country already.  I get searched and scanned every day going into work at a sporting venue and have done for the past 9 months.

Also, for the people saying this is worrying or that something is going down, where have you been for the past few years?  I'd be more worried if they weren't searching everyone.  The searches aren't in response to a particular threat other than the general threat to any event with a large number of people in one place.

[Lucy92]

5 hours ago, weeksy97 said:

Anyone had there tickets checked yet, I haven't got pics on my tickets as they have been won , just wondering what they will be like

You'll need photo ID that matches the name on the ticket 

[RickW]

5 minutes ago, kingmonkey1980 said:

Come on people wisen up.  The searches are nothing to do with drugs, they are looking for anything that could potentially be used for a terrorist attack.  Guns, explosives etc.  This is going on at major events all over the country already.  I get searched and scanned every day going into work at a sporting venue and have done for the past 9 months.

Also, for the people saying this is worrying or that something is going down, where have you been for the past few years?  I'd be more worried if they weren't searching everyone.  The searches aren't in response to a particular threat other than the general threat to any event with a large number of people in one place.

Ran out of up votes already today or would have given his one..agree fully was throughly searched twice at Wembley on Sunday, it's gonna happen they really want to keep us safe, if folks really want a good festival and enjoy it to the full then surely it's for the best, if you've got something to hide then perhaps you should consider not taking it...? 

Will now duck the down votes but given the bigger picture I'd rather be searched and safe than feel that nothing is being done.

[jonodillieono]

Searching wellies by any chance?

[arcade fireman]

14 minutes ago, kingmonkey1980 said:

Come on people wisen up.  The searches are nothing to do with drugs, they are looking for anything that could potentially be used for a terrorist attack.  Guns, explosives etc.  This is going on at major events all over the country already.  I get searched and scanned every day going into work at a sporting venue and have done for the past 9 months.

Also, for the people saying this is worrying or that something is going down, where have you been for the past few years?  I'd be more worried if they weren't searching everyone.  The searches aren't in response to a particular threat other than the general threat to any event with a large number of people in one place.

Exactly. On another note was shocked by how terrible the security at Euro 2016 was. Wandered in with a reasonable sized bag which just had the outsides felt, could have been anything. So many flares sneaked in. Last World Cup had metal detectors. Good that Glasto is being proactive with this, everyone just needs to keep their drugs hidden sensibly. 

[waterfalls212434]

I'd rather wait in line for a bit longer then potentially have some nutjob sneak in a weapon

 nuff said

 

[I feel like Pablo]

5 hours ago, JanieM28 said:

Are you saying that they are letting the car parking guys onto the actual festival site now to put up their tents? At 3.30am! If so, that really IS unusual!

no, they let us move from the queue on the Hill into the zig zag area at gate D just after midnight. to get into the zig zag barrier every person was having their ticket checked, bags and trolleys checked and every other person was patted down and asked if they had any weapons. 

gates opened just after 7 which was a relief after the 4 hours of rain in the queue 

[jdizzle]

With going on in Paris last year im glad to see extra care is being taking! yes this might make things a little harder for us but BETTER SAFE THAN SORRY   

[FloorFiller]

Just arrived at gate D. Fastest I've ever got through and didn't get searched (just the usual couple of people doing very light searches of every 10th or so person)

[JamieKThomas]

Just come through Gate A,  security was very through to the point I saw them getting people to take their phone cases off,  full bag searches and body tap downs,  luckily I got through without any bother,  just be smart and hide anything for personal use well! 

[Mezhyp1]

19 minutes ago, JamieKThomas said:

Just come through Gate A,  security was very through to the point I saw them getting people to take their phone cases off,  full bag searches and body tap downs,  luckily I got through without any bother,  just be smart and hide anything for personal use well! 

Any signs of any dogs?