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The annual childrens parade through the streets of Brighton, a colourful and vibrant procession to formerly open the famous Brighton Festival.
Over 70 schools took part, with their different themes; Thousands of school children and their parents creating a great atmosphere on a beautiful sunny day.

Photos by John Kean, Guarana Co., Sydney Street, Brighton.

Our thoughts go out to those lost and suffering in Burma after the cyclone. Their government militia apparently had 48 hours advance warning, but did not tell the civilians. Up to five million people may be affected and over 22,000 have already lost their lives. An initial pledge of £5million has been made by the UK following cylcone Nargis, the largest pledge from the international community so far. The Department For International Developement (DFID) has announced it will be sending an emergency response team to support their team already ongoing with relief efforts inside Burma. Efforts are still being hampered by beaurocracy as the Burmese government is still giving no assurances for access by the international community.

For latest info on the situation checkout http://www.dfid.gov.uk