BESTIVAL WILL INTRODUCE DRUG TESTING FACILITIES DURING THE 2018 FESTIVAL

95 out of 100 cases people are starting drugs just because of curiosity. The one is forbidden is always more attractive, right? As one of UK's biggest festivals Bestival, just announced that, on this year there will be on site drug testing facilities.

After the intense media scrutiny in 2017 following the death of 25-year-old Louella Michie, who died from drug-related complications, this year, Bestival's 50,000 attendees will have the chance to test their substances without fear of being arrested.

"In the interests of public safety, Bestival has always strongly advised festivalgoers to avoid taking any illegal substances," a Bestival spokesperson told The Independent. "However, harm reduction and customer welfare are our priorities, so we are working with agencies to explore all public health options to ensure audience choice and safety."

This also a part of a new movement in UK after the first-ever pop-up facility opened, in Bristol. Before Bestival, Boomtown, Secret Garden Party and Love Saves The Day also adopted the policy.

Bestival 2018 will run from August 2nd through 5th at Lulworth Estate, with performances from the likes of London Grammar, Kelela and Grace Jones.

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