Despite the generous assistance provided by Bubba and Mme Alligator Sadly the Pinchlings was poorly attended this year, an impromptu committee meeting was held and the village council has determined that the improvident use by young people of 'internet networking' sites such as Facebark and Twooter are to blame.

In light of this information, Bubba has kindly offered to blow up the local telegraph poles - which apparently transmit this undesirable intrusion into local village life - next year in advance of the annual tradition.

For the most part the council have roundly supported this move. Though Mr Peewit of number 23 Orchid Drive, was rather concerned about the effect it would have on his 'personal' entertainments, he was assured that regularly scheduled dogging activities could if needed, be observed down at Bluebell Wood some twenty minutes from his home.