Royal Navy's HMS Sultan forced to cancel popular fireworks due to Covid-19
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The HMS Sultan Bonfire and Fireworks Night, which was scheduled to take place on Wednesday October 28, regularly attracts thousands of visitors, while also raising valuable funds for charities.
Display co-ordinator, lieutenant Joe Johnson, said: ‘The event has been cancelled as a prudent measure in accordance with government guidance on Covid-19.
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Hide Ad‘Having assessed all options to undertake a Covid secure display, it was concluded that sadly it was not possible.’
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