Notting Hill Carnival 2010 starts early

Notting Hill Carnival will have an earlier start this year so the organisers can bring an end to festivities before nightfall.

This year's carnival on Sunday and Monday August 29 and 30 will start at 9am and finish at 8.30pm, with the earlier start designed to ensure that all floats pass the judging point in time to before dusk.

A residents' information bulletin has been distributed to homes in the areas affected by Carnival.

It can also be downloaded from www.rbkc.gov.uk/carnival. Alternatively, pick up a copy from your local library or the Customer Services Centre at the Town Hall in Hornton Street