10 we shall be insisting that they comply with the advice contained in “Gear Change” (published by the Dept. of Transport over three years ago!) On walking, we shall certainly be continuing to organise the Boxing Day Walk and the Midsummers Day Walk, and looking at the possibility of re-introducing monthly shorter walks around the area for people new to the area, or people who like to explore! We’ll also be keeping an eye on Public Rights of Way, as three footpaths have fairly recently been partially deleted, due to lack of concern for them during the planning stage. There may be a fourth one, as a recent planning application was approved with only a Public Footpath as the sole means of access for five houses! So this is what we will be doing; keeping footpaths open, campaigning for decent cycle infrastructure and a bus service we can all rely on. It does matter! There is plenty to be getting on with and if you are interested in any of it, please drop us a line or give us a phone call. Cllr Robert Johnstone Myland Coronation Picnic in the Park What a wonderful day was had by all at the Mile End recreation ground to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III on the 8th May. Over 1500 people are estimated to have come along on the day. We were honoured to have the Mayor Tim Young and Lady Mayoress open the proceedings with a rousing speech. We had several food and drink stalls, free bouncy castles, facepainting, balloon modelling and much more. We were very fortunate to have The Big Sing choir perform some songs after recently appearing on Britain’s Got Talent. They were fabulous! Hospital Radio and the Colne Endeavour Band also did a superb job of entertaining us and the highlight of the day had to be the best dressed under 12’s King and Queen, Charlie and Mila, who took home a cuddly keepsake Teddy bear each. Thankyou to everyone who volunteered their time to make this event a great success and to everyone who attended and joined in the sing-a-long and flag waving at the end. It was a day to remember! Cllr Marina de Smith Council Reports
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