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A FLOWER power revolution by the people of Haverhill has been proposed by MP Richard Spring, at a meeting to discuss the formation of a committee to spearhead the town's entry into the Anglia in Bloom competition.

Flower Power: MP Richard Spring
Tim Radford, director of Solutions in Recruitment, has already agreed to chair a Haverhill in Bloom Committee and wants to get all sections of the community involved, not just in providing floral displays, but improving the environment and the town's profile in general.

Mr Radford said: "There are so many things going on in the town already this would be a good way of expressing it and pulling them all together to enter the competition.

"We want to involve as many people as possible from all sections of the community."

Mr Spring, who chaired the meeting, said he was very keen to get things under way to help put Haverhill on the map and transform it as many other towns had been transformed by the competition.

"It is not just about hanging baskets, there is much more to it. It is a commitment on an enduring basis to make the town beautiful and raise civic pride and civic awareness. I want to see a bit of flower power going to the people, so that they feel part of this," Mr Spring said.

Mike Ames, president of the Anglia in Bloom competition, said he was sure Haverhill could benefit as Bury St Edmunds had from the competition, which also gave an economic boost and encouraged inward investment.

It also provided a focus for anti-litter and dog fouling initiatives.

Julia Rackowe, sponsorship officer for Bury in Bloom, said friendly rivalry was created between companies whose staff also became involved, as well as schools and community groups.

Anyone interested in being involved should contact Mr Radford on (01440) 707922.