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Sunday, 1 January 2006, 17:05 GMT

In pictures: New Year parade

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Costumed performers took part in London's annual New Year's Day parade, now in its 20th year.

Man on penny farthing bicycle

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About 10,000 people from around the world took part.

American cheerleader

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Cheerleader troupes kept the crowds around the city entertained.

Brass band player

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Bands added to the atmosphere as the procession followed its two-mile route from Parliament Square to Piccadilly.

Clowns in front of Big Ben

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Clowns took to the streets, as well as giant inflatable cartoon characters, mods and rockers and vintage cars.

Band wearing raincoats

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And the parade marched on despite damp London weather.

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