Get beacon registered

COMMUNITY organisers have been urged to contact Hampshire’s fire service if they are planning to light a beacon to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Thousands of beacons are expected to light up the night sky on Thursday June 2, kick-starting a weekend of celebrations to commemorate the 70th year of Her Majesty’s reign.

Dan Tasker, assistant director of operations at Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service, said: ‘It promises to be a great and memorable occasion and we want everyone to have fun.

‘Registering your beacon with us in advance is easy and will allow our control operators to understand where fires are being lit in our area, helping to make sure genuine beacons are not mistaken for uncontrolled bonfires.’

Call 023 8064 4000 or go to hantsfire.gov.uk/contact-us.