There seemed to be some confusion about events which were pre-bookable at certain venues (the Lark Rie Band at The Manor Pavilion was one) with a 1/3 allocation of total seats which had priority over season ticket holders and this caused some discontent. As far as I could see, there was no mention of this in the working programme which is what I think was the cause of the discontent. (It was, however, clearly indicated in the colour programme which was published earlier in the year but I, like most people, go by the working prog).

I was also disappointed to see that there was still no bunting on The Esplanade but was assured by the committee that the problem was being adressed. Apparently the safety police had banned it when the lamp posts were still wood, now that they are metal it shouldn't be a problem (but it obviously is)!