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Aug 2023
Andrew Jones MP urges police to continue Remembrance Day traffic management
Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Andrew Jones has called for police to continue providing traffic management for Remembrance Day parades.
North Yorkshire Police confirmed yesterday it will no longer close roads or manage traffic for Remembrance Day parades in the county.
Knaresborough Royal British Legion has said its annual parade along the High Street is in jeopardy as a result of the decision, which could threaten other local parades on November 12 and in subsequent years.
Elliot Foskett, North Yorkshire's assistant chief constable, said the decision was based on national guidance that will allow police to focus on fighting crime.
Conservative MP Mr Jones today called for a rethink. He said:
Lib Dem leader criticises 'outrageous' decision
Councillor Pat Marsh, the Liberal Democrat leader in Harrogate and Knaresborough, described the police's decision as "outrageous".
She has also written to Conservative Ms Metcalfe.
Cllr Pat Marsh
Cllr Marsh's letter says:
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