The mayor of Helston dressed in a seagull outfit is a sight many people will never have realised they wanted to see - until, that is, the opportunity presented itself.

However, an announcement by the town council that mayor Mike Thomas will be doing just that, accompanied by town councillors in gull proof sacks, will surely pique the interest of many residents.

If you would like to see the council as you never have before, as they do their bit to raise awareness of the town's litter and seagull problem, there will be a promotional event outside the Guildhall on Saturday, August 15, from 10.30am.