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Complaints made about loud music

Martin Weekes (File photograph)

The Bermuda Police Service have appealed for people not to play music at a volume that disturbs their neighbours.

Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin Weekes said yesterday that the service had logged several complaints about the problem over the weekend.

He added: “It’s worth reminding the public that the Summary Offences Act prohibits the unreasonable operation of loudspeakers, for either music or the spoken voice, if the sound can be heard more than 100 feet from its source.

“The BPS are, of course, aware that during these difficult times when people are restricted to their homes they need an outlet and playing their music is one such outlet.

“We do, however, ask that people show consideration for all of their neighbours who may have their own peace and quiet disturbed and, additionally, we wish to remind people that there may be others in their neighbourhood who are still working, as part of the essential services and are hoping to get some sleep after a long stressful shift.”

Mr Weekes told the public: “Please bear that in mind if the BPS come to your house and request that you turn the sound down, it is because we have received calls complaining about the volume and not because we wish to stop you enjoying your music.”