BRITISH SPEEDWAY FEBRUARY 1, 2024
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PRIME MINISTER SUPPORTS COVENTRY BEES
THE campaign to bring speedway back to Brandon Stadium has received another big boost – with backing from Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
The issue of the iconic former home of the Coventry Bees, which was closed by developers Brandon Estates seven years ago, was raised by Rugby MP Mark Pawsey at PMQs on Wednesday.
That came following the recent dismissal of the developers’ appeal against the rejection of planning permission, as the Inspector concurred with the original decision taken by Rugby Planning Committee members over a year ago.
Mr Sunak said: “I join my honourable friend in paying tribute and being proud of Britain’s rich history in the automotive and motorsport sectors.
“The stadium that he talks about is a historic motorsport venue, and whilst it’s been a shame to see it fall into disrepair, I hope that the decision he refers to enables the possibility of both speedway and stock car racing to return.
“And I know that my honourable friend will rightly continue to champion this cause.”
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BELLE Vue Colts racer Paul Bowen makes his first appearance in the new series of BBC show The Apprentice tonight (Thursday).
Bowen is one of 18 candidates battling it out for Lord Sugar’s £250,000 investment and mentorship.
The opening episode sees the candidates host a corporate away day in the Scottish Highlands, before one hopeful is already sent packing from the show.
Bookmakers rate Bowen, whose pie business already lists Manchester City FC amongst its clients, as favourite to win the series – but there are 12 tasks to work through before that stage.
The first episode is screened on BBC One on Thursday at 9pm and will also be available through the BBC iPlayer.
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