£165k NW200 policing costs

THE cost of policing the North West 200 landmark motorcycle races last year was £165,084, which is about one pound for every person attending.

The North West 200 is Ireland's largest outdoor sporting event and attracts crowds in excess of 150,000 as well as the biggest names in motorcycling.

The PSNI outlined details of the costs in response to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request.

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The PSNI stated: "The total cost of policing the North West 200 motorcycle races was 165, 084. This figure includes H District costs, operational catering, air support, road policing and Tactical Support Group costs."

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