[Acrylic-bob]

I notice that in the explanatory notes the organisers ask readers to envisage various county landmark buildings plunged into darkness for an hour, one of them being Blackpool Tower. It will be a bit disappointing for spectators waiting for this to happen since the Tower is not normally illuminated at this time of the year. A minor quibble, I know, but I couldn't resist. I wonder if Lancashire County Council will be doing their bit by turning out the lights on all the motorways and main roads?? Now that would make a statement.