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Changes possible to Grandstand scoreboard

by isleofman.com 19th September 2014
The iconic T.T. Grandstand could be drastically altered after planned road-works on Glencrutchery Road.
They are not due to take place until either 2017 or 2018 but will lead to the scoreboard being dismantled.
Department of Infrastructure engineers have assessed the structure and say the steel supports will need to be replaced if it is merely rebuilt.
Political member of motorsport David Cretney says he is aware of an on-line petition to save the Grandstand scoreboard in it's traditional form.
Mr Cretney says he is a huge fan of the history of the T.T. but acknowledges the meeting is constantly looking to improve and modernise.
He says it's a difficult balancing act:-
In addition, Clerk of the Course Gary Thompson has expressed concern about the position of the scouts on the front of the Scoreboard.
A Health and Safety risk assessment has led to a working party to look into ways of mitigating the risk.
It may lead to a safety fence being in place by T.T. 2015.Clip 1
Posted by isleofman.com
Friday 19th, September 2014 02:26pm.

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