Flower power winners for the fifth time
Flower Power Winners For The Fifth Time
It’s five in a row for Tameside after it was named the winner of the North West In Bloom 
Large City category at the awards ceremony in Southport on the 23rd October 2009.
The accolade now means that the borough has been nominated once again to represent the region in the nationwide Britain in Bloom competition next year. The council also secured the environmental award once again.
The judges toured the borough on 16th July and visited several notable locations including Park Bridge Heritage Centre, Dukinfield Central Estate and Armentieres Square in Stalybridge.
Cllr David Sweeton, Project Head for Sports and Leisure and Head of Tameside in Bloom said: “In Bloom is about so much more than just flowers. You are assessed on all the efforts you make to improve your environment and how involved the local community are. One of the strengths of Tameside in Bloom is the contributions made by the borough’s residents and community groups. Without the driving force of the members of the public who take pride in their area, we could not have achieved the awards that we have received so far.”
Cllr J. Fitzpatrick, Cabinet Deputy and Head of District Assemblies said: “This is a testament to the dedication and hard work of staff across District Assemblies. In Bloom involves all the staff from gardeners to litter pickers. These accolades are proof of our talents and that we are the best in the North West.”
Tameside was also home to a number of entries submitted into the North West in Bloom Neighbourhood Awards; eleven were submitted this year, our highest number yet. All attended a dedicated awards ceremony on 22nd October and came away with various awards. It is hoped that this number will grow even further next year with Tameside making a significant contribution to the 300+ entries made from across the North West.
Work has already started in preparation for next year. Many exciting projects are planned across the borough which will improve Tameside for residents and visitors alike.
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