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London's New Year parade: Thousands perform in 34th event London's New Year parade: Thousands perform in 34th event
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Thousands of performers from 20 different countries have taken part in London's annual New Year's Day Parade.Thousands of performers from 20 different countries have taken part in London's annual New Year's Day Parade.
Half a million people were expected to line the route of the 34th annual parade.Half a million people were expected to line the route of the 34th annual parade.
More than 8,000 performers entertained flag-waving crowds along the route from Green Park to the Houses of Parliament. About 10,000 performers entertained flag-waving crowds along the route from Green Park to the Houses of Parliament.
The event's executive director, Bob Bone, said: "We wanted to show the world just how much joie de vivre we have to offer. The event's executive director Bob Bone said: "We wanted to show the world just how much joie de vivre we have to offer."
"London is just bursting with energy, creativity and… life." He added: "London is just bursting with energy, creativity and… life."
The parade has raised more than £1.5m for mayoral charities across London since it started in 1986.The parade has raised more than £1.5m for mayoral charities across London since it started in 1986.
London Boroughs will compete to put on the best performance based around the theme of "London Loves Life" for a prize pot of £65,000. Sutton Council won the £65,000 prize for best performance based around the theme of "London Loves Life". About 20 London boroughs entered the competition.
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