A MASSIVE millennium celebration has been cancelled due to the fuel crisis.

Groundwork Blackburn was planning a host of activities tomorrow to celebrate the culmination of a four-year scheme which has seen £1million ploughed into projects throughout the borough.

But the fuel situation means many attractions -- such as firework displays and trapeze artists -- will be unable to get from their various bases across the country.

Even with some protesters calling off their blockades organisers fear the flow of petrol will not begin in time to ensure the festival is a success. "We realise that cancelling will cause a lot of frustration and disappointment for a lot of people but we would rather organise a proper festival for the community to enjoy," said Groundwork Blackburn communications manager Adrian Blundell.