The band had released a new album, The Bangin’ Man, on Polydor. Noddy Holder and Don Powell are mentioned.

An artist’s impression of the final section of the ring road between Bilston Road and Broad Street, and the start of the work on this section was due to be launched by Noddy Holder and Don Powell from Slade. West Midlands County Council and Victoria Squar

The group visited Wolverhampton’s central fire station to publicise their new film, Flame. The photograph shows around the escape pole and wearing fire helments Don Powell (left) and Jimmy Lea, with Noddy Holder (left) and Dave Hill in front.

A 25th birthday party was held for the group, with fans travelling from Canada, America, Europe, the Far East and New Zealand. Mayor Councillor Malcolm Barton is mentioned. The photograph shows (from left) Jimmy Lea, Noddy Holder, Dave Hill and Don Powell