BURY’S famous Robbie the Bobby mascot might have reached the end of his beat!

The Shakers announced on Wednesday the beloved character, who has prowled the touchline at Gigg Lane for the last two decades, was now “under consideration.”

Fans have been invited to give their views online as to whether Robbie should be redesigned or sent to the big house.

Supporter services manager Ben Miles explained: “Our mascot is something that has been underused for a number of seasons now, and will play a much bigger part in some of our plans for next season and beyond. The very least we need to do is re-design the suit, as the current one is in a state of disrepair.

“Couple that with the reputation that Robbie has from a chequered past, it makes sense to carry out an assessment of the options available to us. Whilst we do have our own ideas, we want to hear from the fans. Their opinions are very important to us and they may also come up with a brilliant idea that we haven’t thought about.”

Robbie was introduced in 1997 after promotion to division now known as the Championship and named after local politician Sir Robert Peel – former Prime Minister and founder of the modern Police force.

The cartoonish policeman was once one of the most recognisable mascots in the Football League, especially after his antics caught the national headlines in 2001.

Lifelong supporter and amateur boxer Jonathan Pollard, the man who occupied the suit at the time, was sent off three times by referees during the course of the season – leading to a review of mascot behaviour in the league.

He got in hot water for mooning at Stoke City supporters, fighting with Peterborough United’s rabbit mascot and ripping off his ears and also had to be restrained by stewards after brawling with Cardiff City’s Bartley Bluebird.

Fans can have their say by visiting the club’s website and carrying out a survey.