As we forge towards a bright new political world, it's encouraging to know that CCBC has its mind firmly focussed on the things that matter.
Their attention has been caught by ‘Happy Birthday’ banners and other signs which the public put up without permission.
A Conwy Council spokesman sagely observed: “Unauthorised adverts, such as events’ banners, birthday banners and business signs are becoming more widespread, but many people don’t realise that such displays are a criminal offence. If adverts affect highway safety, and if they’re put on safety railings for example, they can be removed and the matter may result in prosecution.”
However, Sean Martins, from Llandudno Junction said: “It’s a pretty Orwellian thing to do. What about signs for candidates in gardens and fields during the General Election?”, which is a good point. Presumably, bearing in mind the gravity of the situation, immediate prosecutions will be launched against all the candidates who dared to allow their supporters to erect signs.
Well, at least we know where to make some savings come the inevitable fiscal crunch. In the Conwy Council's planning department might be a good start.
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