2012 Cowes Week Firework Finale saved

Despite concerns over funding, Its been announced today that the skies over Cowes  will be ablaze on the night of Friday 17th August with the annual firework display which draws thousands of people into the town. Cowes week sponsors;  Aberdeen Asset Management have secured additional funding from various other organisations connected to the event. Martin Gilbert, CEO of Aberdeen Asset Management, said: "The fireworks display on the final Friday of Cowes Week is one of the regatta’s great traditions. Aberdeen Asset Management, in partnership with a range of financial groups and other organisations is proud to be playing a key role."  This will be good news to the local economy as many local business see the event as one of their busiest of the year.  

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