Michael Fabricant says: "Following my ‘performances’ at the Election Hustings, I will be taking it all a step forwards by busking for Charity at around noon on Saturday 22nd May at Speaker’s Corner on the corner of Minster Pool and Dam Street in Lichfield.

"I am looking forward to singing a mystery number and hope that everyone will join in the chorus and not heckle.

"Despite the coalition Government with the Liberal-Democrats and strong rumours to the contrary, I can reveal that I will NOT be singing ‘Tie a Yellow Ribbon round the old Oak Tree’. However, I WILL be singing a song that goes back almost to my pirate radio days.

"I can confirm that any money thrown into my hat will not be used to supplement my expenses."

The event will be part of Buskathon being held 9am to 7pm on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd May and is being organised by busker Bruford Low (otherwise known as Dave Simcox) and funds raised will go towards FUSE. Further details are below.

Saturday 22nd May – 9am to 7pm:

Come and busk! All comers, any style

Slots from 10 to 30 minutes, just raise a minimum of 50p per minute.

Special events may include:
* Beatles Hour
1 Celebrity guest appearances
2 Big sing-a-long finale at 6.30pm – The Lichfield Busketeers (this means YOU!)

Sunday 23rd May – 9am to 7pm:

Bruford Low (a.k.a. Dave Simcox) – 10 hour sponsored busk.

Other buskers, and especially singers welcome to join in during the day.

Volunteers needed to bring sustenance and provide comfort and company

Check out BUSKATHON on Facebook.

E-mail dave.simcox@mac.com to volunteer, book a busking slot or with any other crazy suggestions.

BUSKATHON is sponsored by:

Lichfield Gazette

Lichfield Plumbing