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Is there is a loophole in the planning laws ?if you have a piece of land like a field and you want planning permission to build houses or industrial buildings on that land and no matter how much you try you can’t get permission to do so because it’s green belt but they will give you permission to build a sport track/facility on it so you build that facility and use it for a few years and then deem it not financially viable so shut it down and then reapply for planning saying it’s now not green belt land anymore as it has a sport facility on it, this would make sense to what happened at Somerset

Great Summary.As normal with Gaming they submit something that is designed to fail . As I keep saying why on earth would gaming want to open a multi purpose motorsport complex .These are ruthless business people there has to be a massive gain for them somewhere down the line

Not really trying to make a point. It may have been a little aggressive of an answer to your question, didn't want to just post the word yes. Petecc

Thanks for this, I have done the same and got a code via live chat. I was told the offer expires 28th March so will activate on 27th March.

Well, it could be an argument, as most development in the Green Belt is prohibited, with some exceptions for agriculture and leisure. However, a former landfill site cannot be classed as Green Belt- even if it is currently a "green field".

it was an interesting listen Clearly an opportunity to put a positive Spin on the proposal. But quite easy to see between the lines spoken A few of the concerns I would have. 1. The statement that houses could not be built on the land is wrong. Previous landfill sites require capping and a methane monitoring system to be installed after which house can be built. This extra cost can be prohibitive, hence the lower cost alternative to build commercial properties can be more appealing. 2. The land will still be owned by a third party and the sports operators will need to an annual lease most probably on a monthly basis. Granted, the initial lease could be scaled from initially being very low whilst the facility is developed to the level where income is generated. Although very doubtful income from NDL and training fees would be sufficient. 3. Car parking for 200 cars for a stadium intended to hold 3000 will not pass planning. There will need to be additional parking facilities nearby. Example Leicester where in addition to the stadium car park there is agreement with adjacent shopping center for use of their car park. 4.The restoration of a grade two listed building in a state of dilapidation is costly to complete and such expenditure will be diverted away from the investment into the stadium facility. Interesting that the proposed use would be for offices once the restoration is completed. 5. The inclusion of small industrial units will create revenue for the leaseholders presuming that the ground lease allows for sub-letting of such units. which is certainly a pre-requisite with no limits to the number of units that can be built. Conclusion. Whilst it would be great to see speedway return to the Swindon area and go from strength to strength, A more likely outcome (especially considering who the protagonists are) is that, a) Planning application will be rejected on the ground's of insufficient parking. b) The land will be developed fully for industrial units/ offices - both of which will provide significant income for the leaseholders far greater than what running a speedway stadium ever can do. I hope I am wrong.

https://www.swindon-needs-speedway.com/news

Do what I do; I record the programmes and fast forward Abi. Same as the bimbo in the Rally Championship!

Best 14 plus best junior- Przyjemski was in both so takes his place as top 14 and 2nd best junior Paluch comes in.

Disappointed to learn Abi Stevens will still be fronting GP's & Prem coverage.....

Pretty sure Pete was just letting you know that you can contribute should you wish, given you had shown an interest. You should give it a go it's great fun. I used to but haven't been able to this winter due to family problems. I miss it.

Just had a half price TNT on Discovery+ offer £15.49 for 7 months before it reverts to £30.99 after this will see me through this season so tempted to take it for what amounts to a extra tenner This offer is good until April 30t btw!

There's only 1 greyhound stadium in Wales, just north of Cardiff. So if Wales are banning greyhound racing, maybe Phil Morris might like to splash some of his cash and turn it into a speedway stadium?

D Thompson and Jenkins is a powerful reserve pairing. If and when Thompson hits the big numbers at reserve which I fully expect him to, then Either King or Ellis will replace him at reserve. That potency at reserve coupled with the heatleader trio of Doyle Emil and Brennan is what makes Ipswich far and away the strongest side in the league. Normally when you get such a strong top end you suffer further down but that isn’t the case here. Helped of course by Thompson’s 25% reduction. Let’s be honest here, for anyone else to have a chance this year they’re gonna need Ipswich to run in to injury problems again.