Christmas costume ban

Dec 12 2007

A lollipop lady who has worn festive fancy dress for the past 20 years has been banned from dressing up by her council bosses who fear it could be a health and safety risk.

Margaret Russell has worn Christmas costumes every year while attending her crossing to raise money for the Mayor of Southampton's charity.

But this year Southampton City Council has stopped the 54-year-old grandmother wearing her costume of a Christmas bell because it prevents her from wearing reflective clothing.