Congratulations to the Hove Lions, organisers of the annual carnival in Hove Park on Bank Holiday Monday.

Even though there were a few showers it did not dampen the spirits of the 10,000 people who I understand attended.

It was a resounding success.

The stallholders worked hard and the money raised will be distributed to various charities.

I look forward to the centenary fun day the Lions are organising, also in Hove Park, for July 23.

-Michael Switzer, Stanford Ward Conservative Chairman, Hove