Author: David James

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Lookout Stages – Postponed

From Rober Newlove, for Info:

From: Richard Hart [mailto:lookoutmarshal@virginmedia.com]
Sent: 17 March 2020 12:26
Subject: Lookout Stages – Postponed

Unfortunately the Lookout Stages has been postponed. I would like to thank you for your ongoing assistance and support in running our events and look forward to seeing you when we are able to run again.

The official announcement is:-

With the escalation of the coronavirus pandemic within the UK we have taken the decision to postpone the Lookout Stages Rally due to run on April 5th at Melbourne Airfield.

With the limited facilities available on site and with the latest government guidelines we did not consider that we could run an event that was safe for competitors, organisers and marshals so have regretfully had to postpone.
We will try to run later in the year but this will obviously depend on the progression of the virus and availability of suitable dates. All competitor’s entry fees will be refunded in full

Andy Turnbull
Clerk of the Course
Lookout Stages Rally

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Motorsport UK COVID-19 Update

From Motorsport UK:
 
Motorsport UK COVID-19 Update
 
It is with regret that Motorsport UK is suspending all organising permits and Certificates of Exemption until at least 30th April 2020. This suspension follows the latest guidance issued by HM UK Government in response to the outbreak of COVID-19. This position will be constantly reviewed given prevailing information.
 
As the National Governing Body, we would ask all Motorsport UK members to act responsibly and follow the Government’s guidance during this difficult time.
 
We thank all of our members, organisers, officials, volunteers, staff and their families for their support during these unprecedented times. We will continue to monitor the situation and will resume sporting activity as soon as we are able. We also have a responsibility and duty of care to our staff who will be working from home, so please be patient with any queries you may have.
 
David Richards, chairman of Motorsport UK, explained, “Clearly we live in challenging times and exceptional measures are required. The decision to suspend Motorsport UK permits on a temporary basis is not one that was taken lightly as the industry employs many thousands of people. However we have an over-riding responsibility to our members and the friends and families of our community. Furthermore, our social responsibilities extend to the broader population and the potential drain on valuable public health resources on which we are all reliant.
 
“The situation is very fluid and we will continue to monitor developments over the coming weeks and hope that we can resume the annual motorsport calendar at the opportune moment. In the immediate short term our efforts need to be focused on ensuring that the industry that backs up the sport has the financial support that it requires from the Government in order that it can be sustained beyond this extraordinary scenario.”
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Maple Garage Autotest (22 March 2020) postponed

From Robert Newlove:

In accordance with instructions from Boris, I have decided to postpone the Maple Garage Autotest until the crisis is over. We may have it in the sun!.

Most of our marshals ( and some of our competitors)  are getting on a bit, so I think it is best to err on the side of caution.

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Coronavirus update: Changes to Motorsport Safety Equipment and Vehicle Inspections

Email from the Technical Team at Motorsport UK (at 23:38 on 14th March)

Dear Colleague,

Please be advised of the following latest guidance provided to all Scrutineers tonight:

It is judged that the current methods of close inspection of Competitors’ vehicles and Personal Protective Equipment may encourage the spread of virus contamination between Officials, Competitors, and other staff.

In order to reduce the potential risk, the following temporary changes are to be made to at all Motorsport UK events: Continue reading “Coronavirus update: Changes to Motorsport Safety Equipment and Vehicle Inspections”

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North Yorkshire Classic Rally – 22 March 2020

From John Newlove:

Ian Sadofsky has been asked to run 2 Tests on the York Motor Club’s North Yorkshire Classic Rally on Sunday March 22nd at Murton Auction Centre near York. Sign on by 9.30 and finish by 12.15.

This is a Historic Rally Car Register championship event with over 60 crews

If you are available to help please email Ian  iansadofsky@gmail.com)

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Greenpower Street Race Hull – 3 May 2020

From John Newlove:

Some of you may be aware that North Humberside got involved in last year with the Greenpower Street Race in Hull.

These are electric cars built and raced by teams of youngsters.

Well we are doing it again this year but could do with a few more marshals.

The event is held in the centre of Hull on Sunday 3rd May.

There is also a practice event at Blyton on Thursday 2nd April.

If you are interested in getting involved please contact Dennis Robinson  Dennis Robinson captjd@53wellard.karoo.co.uk