The Police have announced that New York will be the setting for their last ever gig at a fundraising show for future arts programming in the city later this year. The band have also pledged one million dollars to help the city reduce its carbon footprint by 30% by 2030. The donation will be matched by a fund set up by New York mayor Michael Bloomberg and will help to plant 10,000 across the city's five boroughs.
In a statement, the band said: "We are pleased to contribute to this powerful and historic initiative that will undoubtedly improve the quality of life for future generations. We kicked off our very first American tour at CBGB's in 1978 and this summer, 30 years later, our journey will come full circle as we play our final show here in New York City."
They added: "We applaud Mayor Bloomberg and the City of New York for boldly confronting the city's environmental issues and are excited to support their goal of creating a healthier, more sustainable city".
Bloomberg said: "The Police are now part of one of the most exciting elements of PlaNYC - MillionTreesNYC - our initiative to plant one million new trees over the next 10 years. Sting's human right's advocacy is well known, as is his support for the environment, especially the rainforests. Today, The Police have demonstrated their commitment to greening our city".
Greening our city? Er, anyway, further details about the final Police show will be revealed at a later date.