"Leveling up" or choosing an area with low infections - until the G7 have been and gone I suspect.
I imagine vaccines will have almost universal take up with anyone involved in this summit, by then. It’s also the summer when the virus doesn’t really spread to the same degree. Isn’t it the norm for these to be in pretty remote areas now, rather than the big cities? When the UK hosts anyway.
"Leveling up" or choosing an area with low infections - until the G7 have been and gone I suspect.
I imagine vaccines will have almost universal take up with anyone involved in this summit, by then. It’s also the summer when the virus doesn’t really spread to the same degree. Isn’t it the norm for these to be in pretty remote areas now, rather than the big cities? When the UK hosts anyway.
It's primarily down to security arrangements, it's much easier to keep a remote place secure (far less resource intensive for searches). Usually there's a MOD/Ex MOD installation nearby to house the countless protective security assets and police on mutual aid.
In 1998, the G8 summit used Central TV's recently closed studios for a lot of this!
Cornwall has been chosen to host the international G7 leaders’ summit in June in what is likely to be a landmark first meeting between world leaders since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
It comes after speculation grew in recent days and was then confirmed by the government earlier today before being formally announced tonight.
Organisations across Cornwall have welcomed the news, pledging an event that will leave a lasting social and economic legacy to benefit all of the county's residents.
The major three-day international event will see leaders from the UK, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the United States, as well as invited leaders from Australia, India, and South Korea attend. It could also be Joe Biden's first trip to the UK as President of the US.
The event will host world leaders at Carbis Bay, with neighbouring St Ives and other sites in Cornwall, such as Falmouth, hosting international delegates and media – with organisers determined to make this an event for all residents in Cornwall to experience and share.
The Prime Minister Boris Johnson has spoken of the upcoming event, describing it as "a crucial summit".
It will be the 46th meeting of the G7 leaders. The 2020 event, set to take place in the United States, was cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Mr Johnson said: “As the most prominent grouping of democratic countries, the G7 has long been the catalyst for decisive international action to tackle the greatest challenges we face. From cancelling developing world debt to our universal condemnation of Russia’s annexation of Crimea, the world has looked to the G7 to apply our shared values and diplomatic might to create a more open and prosperous planet.
“Coronavirus is doubtless the most destructive force we have seen for generations and the greatest test of the modern world order we have experienced. It is only right that we approach the challenge of building back better by uniting with a spirit of openness to create a better future.
“Cornwall is the perfect location for such a crucial summit. Two hundred years ago Cornwall’s tin and copper mines were at the heart of the UK’s industrial revolution and this summer Cornwall will again be the nucleus of great global change and advancement. I’m very much looking forward to welcoming world leaders to this great region and country.”
Julian German, leader of Cornwall Council, said: “This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the best of Cornwall and the UK on the world stage, and to build our strength and prosperity at home.
“For those reasons we are determined that this event delivers a lasting legacy for our residents, inspires our young people and shows how we can play our part in bringing the world together after the unprecedented challenges of the pandemic – and bringing together all parts of the UK together, leaving no-one and nowhere behind.
“We want a lasting legacy that maximises inward investment, translating our moment on the global stage into trade. A legacy that helps Cornwall bounce forward and make its full contribution to the country’s ambitions in areas like space and satellite, floating offshore wind and other sources of clean energy, and globally significant geo-resources including lithium to power our future.”
Chief Constable Shaun Sawyer QPM, of Devon & Cornwall Police, added: “I am delighted that Cornwall will be hosting this landmark event for the United Kingdom in an area that is not only one of the safest in the country, but also combines breath-taking scenery and innovative businesses with exceptional local hospitality.
