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Written question asked by David Kidney (Labour) on Wednesday, 18 April 2007, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 20 April 2007. It was answered by Richard Caborn (Labour) on Wednesday, 25 April 2007 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


British Grand Prix

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what recent discussions she has had on the future of Formula One Grand Prix racing at Silverstone.
Answer

The Government support and desire a British Grand Prix at Silverstone but our role remains one of dialogue and facilitation.I have attended a number of meetings to discuss the future of Formula One Grand Prix racing at Silverstone. The most recent meeting was on 20 March with the British Racing Drivers Club (BRDC) to discuss their plans for redevelopment of the Silverstone circuit.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
133159; 459 c1119W
Session
2006-07
Subjects
Motor sports Silverstone
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk