| Headley contractors Hope & Clay will be hoping for good weather as they enter the home straight in their race to finish resurfacing Northbrook Street before the Carnival parade in a months’ time.
The workmen have made good progress despite an increase in rainfall of 70% in May, and a spokesman told newbury.net that they were on track. Meanwhile, West Berkshire Council has set aside £5000 to assist Newbury Carnival and other organisers with the expensive red tape surrounding road closures. Local events organisers often have to shell out up to £3000 to get the necessary licences to stage traditional events. | 
