THE future of cross bay walks in Morecambe Bay hangs in the balance.
Guide to the sands Alan Sledmore says that since the tragedy in the bay last February - when 23 cockle pickers drowned - he has had problems getting a company to insure him.
He told the Citizen this week: "Insurance companies will not cover me for public liability on cross bay walks since the disaster. But I need insurance to conduct the walks otherwise it is against the law.
"I have tried various options but have found nothing. If I can't get the cover then I will no longer be able to carry on. Although I enjoy doing it very much I will not put myself legally at risk."
He says that in 12 years there has never been an accident or fatality and he is annoyed that he can no longer get insurance cover.
Mr Sledmore is to meet with Morecambe and Lunesdale MP Geraldine Smith before his walks are due to start in May.
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