Our festive lights show is pants, say townsfolk
A TOWN’S Christmas lights have been branded an eyesore by baffled residents who say they look more like Y-fronts.
People in Walsall could not believe their eyes after the council put up rows of what look like festive pants hanging on washing lines. They accused town hall bosses of wasting taxpayers’ cash.
John Wittlesea, 42, said: “What brainbox signed this off? My five-year-old could tell you these lights look more like pants on a washing line.
“What is particularly unfortunate is that where the lights join the display together, some of the ‘pants’ actually look like they are crotchless. It’s a pity taxpayers’ money has gone on these lights. They make Walsall look more of a laughing stock than it already is. It will give people a laugh but it’s a shame the council didn’t take a bit more care when choosing them.”
Mother-of-four Joanne Baker, 30, said: “When my mate sent me a picture of the lights I didn’t believe her. I thought it was an internet joke.
“When I saw them for myself I laughed my head off. People in Walsall know the place isn’t the prettiest but we have got a good sense of humour.”
Walsall Council refused to say how much the “pants” lights cost or whether they had any complaints.
Council spokesperson Kate Goodall said: “On this occasion we will not be providing comment.”