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Royston – It was reported that a memorial event is planned for  21^st October at 2 o’clock at St Johns Church at which the new Albert Shepherd VC Gate will be dedicated.  The Mayor, local schools, the History Group and the Royal British Legion have been involved.  An Open Day and a Halloween Family Fun Day is planned to take place at the Pavilion during half term week.  Christmas lights and events are currently being discussed, with the hope of raising funds for more Christmas lights in the future.  The Canal Club achieved a Platinum awards at the Yorkshire in Bloom competition, with Royston in Bloom achieving Level 5 Outstanding.  Activities for young people during the summer holidays were really well attended, with many taking place in the Pavilion.  Autumn planting in the park and other areas is currently being planned.  New shop fronts will be installed shortly as part of the Principal Towns Initiative and it is hoped that further funding for workspace units at Rabbit Ings will also be explored as part of this initiative. 

RESOLVED that the notes from the Royston Ward Alliance be received and the update noted.