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News Release 13th June 2007FABRICANT TO BE PATRON OF LICHFIELD & HATHERTON CANALS RESTORATION TRUST
"I am a keen narrow-boater and I so much look forward to seeing narrow-boats on the canal travelling once again alongside the Tamworth Road close to the centre of Lichfield. It will bring in extra tourist dollars - canal holidays in England are now highly popular with Americans - and will help stimulate the local economy", says Michael Fabricant. "I am really very honoured to have been asked to be the Patron of the Lichfield and Hatherton Canals Restoration Trust. Its objectives will result in improved amenities in Lichfield and throughout the midlands as it connects up a currently dislocated west midlands canal system." Brian Kingshott, Chairman of the Trust, says:- "Michael Fabricant has always been a strong supporter of the restoration of the Lichfield Canal and has frequently appeared at events organised by the Trust. His most recent input has been to lead the walk from Huddlesford Junction along much of the line of the canal. "The Trust is delighted to announce that Michael has accepted an invitation to become a Patron. This gives due and proper recognition to the help and support he has given for over a decade. Sadly, one of our previous Patrons, Sir John Smith died earlier this year, thus providing the vacancy." Michael is a member of the Lichfield Branch of the Inland Waterways Association. |
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Michael Fabricant is to be the new Patron of the Lichfield & Hatherton
Canals Restoration Trust following the death of Sir John Smith who
previously held that position.