Opposition Councillors ‘Silenced’ Over Showground Event
Written by HFM News on 26th July 2023
The opposition group at Harborough District Council say they were ‘silenced’ when not allowed to talk about the event at Market Harborough Showground at this week’s Full Council meeting.
The Conservatives had questions to ask of the ruling coalition administration, amid criticism the community was not given enough notice about the religious festival, which has attracted over 2000 people.
The event at Market Harborough showground
A request by group leader Cllr Jon Bateman for an urgent item to be added to the meeting agenda was refused by the Chairman, meaning no discussions about the event could take place.
Some hospitality and other businesses closed over the weekend citing concerns surrounding anti-social behaviour and the last-minute nature in which they were informed about the festival, which began on Saturday and runs until tomorrow.
Cllr Bateman spoke to HFM:
It has been announced today businesses will be invited to meet with Cllr Phil Knowles, leader of Harborough District Council, to discuss their concerns:
Council Leader To Meet Business Owners Over Showground Event
