G7: When the world came to Carbis Bay In mid-June, seven world leaders arrived in Carbis Bay, something we could not have even imagined this time last year. The G7 summit brought presidential motorcades to a usually quiet village, and there were road closures, police checkpoints and delays. And yet, the event seems to have largely gone down well with locals, with police coming in for particular praise for the good-humoured way they engaging with the community, especially local children. The police officers, who came from forces all over the country, including the City of London and West Mercia, were equally complementary about the friendly Cornish welcome they received.
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The politicians saw the best of Cornwall, with fine weather highlighting the wonderful coastal scenery. They visited the Eden Project to meet the Queen, and the best Cornish produce was showcased at a dinner prepared for them by chef Emily Scott. At a more informal evening beach barbecue in front of the Carbis Bay Hotel, they enjoyed a flypast from the world-famous Red Arrows – as did residents and holidaymakers who gathered in groups to get good viewpoints. Many people were also impressed by Britain’s newest aircraft carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, one of the most powerful ships of its kind ever built, and a constant presence in the bay throughout the weekend.
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