It is a scenario familiar to anyone who has ever been involved in organising a community event: an overbearing individual trying to take over the running of things.
Thankfully, two Norfolk councils have come up with a way tackle the delicate issue of local busybodies dominating the planning for street parties for the king's coronation.
Broadland and South Norfolk councils have come up with a step-by-step guide on how to organise the events, including advice on stopping individuals from domineering the process.
The authorities are compiling a 'King's Coronation Toolkit' to help people arrange street parties to mark the moment, on May 6.
Among the advice is: “Make sure you keep meetings informal and share out activities and jobs – try not to let anyone dominate.
“Often those who regularly take charge to organise community events will easily fall into this role but may appreciate taking a backseat.”
The toolkit suggests the whole street should be invited to initial planning meetings, either at the proposed location or at a local community building, “especially if they sell or provide cake”.
But Broadland councillor Peter Bulman told the Telegraph that having a local organiser take the initiative was not necessarily a problem.
“In my experience there’s nearly always somebody in a community who likes to take charge," he said.
“That’s not necessarily a bad thing, because other people might be happy to go along with what they’re suggesting.
“Most people in my experience are quite happy for someone to take over and organise something because otherwise these things don’t tend to happen.”
Alison Thomas, a South Norfolk councillor, said she thought the toolkit offered good advice.
“If you’re thinking about having an event or a street party our booklet can help you plan a successful event and help ensure that people have a fantastic time.”
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