COME the fifth of November, North East Lincolnshire’s skyline could be completely dominated by fireworks – more than ever before – if some leading community figures get their way.The Forum of Forums has approached Councillor Steve Beasant, North East Lincolnshire Council’s portfolio holder for communities and neighbourhoods, with the idea of having separate bonfire displays in different communities in the area.
It is in response to our call for you to get involved in bringing a public bonfire party back to the area.
As reported, plans to mark bonfire night with at least one professionally organised display are being formed, with councillors backing Cleethorpes for the showpiece.
In 2001 a bonfire on the beach – which attracted up to 45,000 visitors each year – was axed because of safety fears.
Councillor Les Bonner, of the forums, said: “We can be instrumental in organising the type of bonfire experience that the different communities want to see.
Alan Burley, of the forum, added: “The question from us is ‘do you want a Bonfire Night,’ and if you do, we will support it.”
Councillor Beasant said: “We have to make sure that any planning is done properly and is safe, but I will push for a bare minimum of five in different communities.”
“It is very important that our local communities get involved in this project; they need to take ownership of it and drive it forward with the support of the council and other partner agencies.”
“We will be looking forward to working with the community in the coming weeks and months ahead – this is a great opprtunity.”
Any communities wanting to know more can contact Councillor Les Bonner at leslie.bonner@ntlworld.com
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