We've been speaking to Tameside Council chief executive Steven Pleasant ahead of the Tour of Tameside next Thursday (13th).
Despite carrying an injury, Steven says he can't wait for the event to begin!

Friday, 7 June 2019 11:47
By Mark Frost @Mark_P_reporter
We've been speaking to Tameside Council chief executive Steven Pleasant ahead of the Tour of Tameside next Thursday (13th).
Despite carrying an injury, Steven says he can't wait for the event to begin!
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