The Police and Crime Commissioner for Avon and Somerset has said she is disappointed with the police's handling of a street party in Stokes Croft over the weekend.
Around 1,000 revellers gathered for the street party on Nine Tree Hill from Saturday afternoon until the early hours of the next morning.
Questions have been raised from anxious residents over why the police were unable to stop the rave from taking place, with a nurse branding the event "irresponsible" and saying "that it got out of hand".
Avon and Somerset Police has gone on to apologise for its handling of the event and admitted that there was an opportunity to stop it before it got under way.
Avon and Somerset's Police and Crime Commissioner Sue Mountstevens has now addressed about what happened, adding her concern over the handling of the incident.
Ms Mountstevens said: "Many local people were disappointed with how the police handled an illegal rave at Stokes Croft this weekend, against a backdrop of gatherings in Bath and Glastonbury as well as a large car meet in Worle.
"I share your disappointment, particularly in relation to the response to the event in Stokes Croft on Saturday.
"I want to reassure you that I have clearly communicated my concerns, and those shared with me by local residents, to the Chief Constable Andy Marsh today (Monday)."
The PCC said local people reported their concerns to the police earlier in the day and were dismayed that the information provided was not acted upon until it was too late.
"I know the police have issued an apology to those affected by the noise, anti-social behaviour and distressed caused as a result," she continued. "I am pleased that the police have taken a swift and early review of the decisions made.
"I have had assurances that the chief and his team will make sure the lessons are taken and implemented in their plans to prepare and respond more readily to similar issues in the future."
Ms Mountstevens said that, in normal circumstances, such incidents would be troubling and frustrating, adding people felt aggrieved when they continue to adhere to Government regulations on coronavirus.
"As we return to ‘normal’ life, it is more important than ever that you have confidence in your police service and you feel safe in your homes, villages, towns and cities," she added.
"I will continue to hold the Chief Constable to account on behalf of local people and represent your voice in policing."
