Grachan Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 Rosco must have an idea about what's what given his passion for the robins He won't want to see them fold and he has access to the people in the know. What's his thoughts? Rosco seems confident enough as he is already talking about next years team. It wouldbe nice to know if GI have submitted the drainage info yet, as that appears to be what is holding things up. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ouch Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 When I read about the 8 month build plan that some official stated I thought that won't work. Following the build at Belle Vue you know 8 means 10 and if the paperwork is still to be submitted then that's 2 months away and that being optimistic. Fair enough, these things happen so just run another year at the old track. Wait a minute though. The next meeting is a farewell to the old track, so the current promotion are expecting the new track to be ready for next season. The two scenarios don't add up. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A ORLOV Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 Does anyone on here go to the dog meetings or know a dog owner who has a dog kenneled at Blunsdon, if yes it might be worth asking them what they have been told about the kennel arrangements and scheduled meetings after Oct. Have they been told there dogs will have be moved. What was mentioned previously is that the BAGS dog contract must not stop, which is why the stadium cannot be knocked down until the new one is ready unless they move those meetings to another track. The speedway equipment is removed and stored away every winter. Buzz there is a fan club but they are probably fed the same info as every body else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike.Butler Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 swindon to oxford isn't far is it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveLyric2 Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 As I've said before, TR will have his finger on the pulse and doubtless has Oxford on standby as a temporary solution as required. Riders with visas will need to know that they have a job/contract before they leave these shores next month - so why would any sign a Robins contract if there wasn't some sort of guarantee?! Indeed why would Rosco sign riders up for 2016 without a track option? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A ORLOV Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 As I've said before, TR will have his finger on the pulse and doubtless has Oxford on standby as a temporary solution as required. Riders with visas will need to know that they have a job/contract before they leave these shores next month - so why would any sign a Robins contract if there wasn't some sort of guarantee?! Indeed why would Rosco sign riders up for 2016 without a track option? Or the Robins could ride at Poole on a thurs so that those on the south coast could see a decent team 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdmc82 Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 (edited) The people working at the stadium told me last night that the starting gate , lighting and all Speedway related property will be removed on the 12th October. Whatever happens there will be no Speedway at the present stadium in 2016. That's a big worry 😕 I really hope Swindon fans get the answers they need and hopefully some reassurance. I know from Coventry that it's no fun having a lot of uncertainty over your clubs stadium and future. The fact Rosco is already planning for next year is hopefully a good sign. Good luck Edited September 23, 2015 by mdmc82 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chalkie Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 Or the Robins could ride at Poole on a thurs so that those on the south coast could see a decent team Blimey Orlovski, I normally like your posts and I have to assume that this one was a wind-up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaColette Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 Blimey Orlovski, I normally like your posts and I have to assume that this one was a wind-up!But they could actually ride at Poole on a Thurs if they needed to (obv be a last resort option!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gee jay Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 the best 'insurance' robins fans have, unless it has changed ? is that only 200 houses can be put up on the site before the new stadium is finished as it means that the stadium would be holding up their profits if there's any 'unexpected delays'. good luck robins. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A ORLOV Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 the best 'insurance' robins fans have, unless it has changed ? is that only 200 houses can be put up on the site before the new stadium is finished as it means that the stadium would be holding up their profits if there's any 'unexpected delays'. good luck robins. I think that should read sold not put up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gee jay Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 I think that should read sold not put up. if that is the case it's not quite as good as i thought but it is 100 % better than just their promise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stratton Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 That is what is in the planning conditions Sidney but inorder to build the new one the existing track will need to be shortened and cannot be knocked down until the new one is up and running. But the big question seems to be that many do not trust the owners of the present stadium to stick to these conditions as they have a record of not doing what they say they will do and shutting tracks. Worrying ORLOV bigtime,fingers crossed i suppose something not quite right here is somebody hiding something.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveLyric2 Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 Or the Robins could ride at Poole on a thurs so that those on the south coast could see a decent team With the number of Poole connections - 'Poole B' sounds good to me!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuzzCagney Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 (edited) I got a reply for the Council today.... Thank you for your recent email concerning the lack of progress to date to deliver a new Speedway stadium. I share your concern regarding the delays that have affected the re-development; however progress is being made. A major factor in moving the scheme forward was the economic downturn post-2008 that affected the implementation of the development insofar as the housing element that was to lead the overall scheme was delayed. However, we are now in a position where two house builders, Barratt Homes and Persimmon are building at the site, together with Castle Oak which is developing the care home site. The original planning permission was framed to enable the re-development of the site and permitted housing and other development to contribute to funding a new stadium. The planning legal agreement that accompanied the planning permission includes triggers to ensure the delivery of the new stadium. In addition, a recent new planning permission to replace the previously permitted business units with housing included a new clause that prevents any further applications for reserved matters permission for housing to be submitted until the reserved matters application for the new stadium is submitted. A second new clause in the legal agreement introduced a "long stop" date (12 months from the date of the legal agreement in April 2014) such that the stadium owners must use their reasonable endeavours to obtain planning consent for the new stadium. As such, the legal agreement prevents the occupation of any housing (on the new areas replacing the business units) until the practical completion of the stadium has occurred. The Council has sought to ensure that an appropriate balance is struck between the needs of the site’s owners to fund the re-development of the stadium whilst also ensuring that an important sporting asset that is highly valued in Swindon is retained and re-developed. Council Officers continue to maintain a close dialogue with the site owners to ensure that the re-development comes forward in accordance with the agreed timetable. I trust this information is of assistance to you, but please contact me. Yours sincerely Richard Bell Mr Richard Bell Head of Planning, Regulatory Services, Heritage and Libraries It seems to be a case of sit back and see and trust that things work out. Edited September 23, 2015 by BuzzCagney 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YerRopes Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 With the number of Poole connections - 'Poole B' sounds good to me!! You are the Tara Palmer-Tomkinson of comedy Skidder.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A ORLOV Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 Thank you for the information you are obtaining Buzz, one needs to hope that those that pass or work at the site can report progress some time in November. Am still concerned about the time scale, especially if we get a bad winter. Lets hope there is a plan B which is viable for any delays. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buttons Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 Surely if houses are built first before the stadium, once they have moved in the owners of those houses will have every right to complain about the noise etc and the Speedway could then be stopped from running, thoughts anyone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve0 Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 Thank you for the information you are obtaining Buzz, one needs to hope that those that pass or work at the site can report progress some time in November. Am still concerned about the time scale, especially if we get a bad winter. Lets hope there is a plan B which is viable for any delays. Wouldn't Somerset be Plan B? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A ORLOV Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 They could complain about the existing stadium noise so the issue of a new stadium should not arise. Steve0 that is probably plan C as B should be use existing track with it being made shorter. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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