An appearance by the controversial punk rap duo Bob Vylan at a Wiltshire music festival is unlikely to be blocked by Wiltshire Council.
But the authority says it will work with the police to ensure laws are adhered to.
The London-based duo leapt to notoriety last summer when they led a chant of "Death to the IDF" during a set at Glastonbury Festival, which was being streamed live by the BBC.
The political chant emerged during the Gaza war and genocide, wishing death to the Israel Defense Forces, the state's military.
The chant was condemned by Glastonbury Festival co-organiser Emily Eavis and Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and generated unwelcome headlines for BBC director-general Tim Davies.
Other UK and European festivals cancelled appearances by the band in the wake of the controversy.
Avon & Somerset Police opened an investigation into whether the chant constituted hate speech or incitement to violence.
In December, police said the chant did not meet the criminal threshold for any person to be prosecuted.
Last week, it was announced that Bob Vylan would be headlining Shindig Festival, which will take place at Charlton Park Estate, near Malmesbury, between May 21 and 24.
Describing the duo as "one of the most vital, fearless and electrifying live acts in the UK right now," the organisers said: "Expect high-energy, sharp lyricism and a reputation for using music as a force for conversation and change.
"We believe art should challenge as well as unite. This will be powerful. This will be loud. And above all, it will be Shindig!"
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This week, Wiltshire Council confirmed that a licence for the festival was granted in 2025.
“The Shindig festival was granted a premises licence in February 2025 for an annual event covering one consecutive Thursday to Monday," said Cllr Paul Sample, Wiltshire Council's cabinet member for public protection
"This year will be the second time the event will be held at Charlton Park, Malmesbury.
“An Event Safety Advisory Group will be held to discuss the event in more detail, which will involve partners such as the police, ambulance and fire services, where concerns such as the detailed Event Management Plan will be discussed."
He added: "Wiltshire Council do not have any influence on the choice of artists, but will work closely with colleagues in other organisations to ensure all relevant legislation is complied with.”
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