Silverstone GP secure through 2006
The British Racing Drivers Club has concluded a deal with Formula One group principal Bernie Ecclestone to retain the British GP at Silverstone until 2006, although BRDC president Sir Jackie Stewart admits that a promoter has still to be found. "We need to clarify who the promoter will be for 2005-06, and that will help us create an infrastructure that can afford the type of facilities that will have to be created for the long term," he said
"We need to clarify the situation because we are not only working with Bernie, but also Her Majesty's Government, and we are still concluding our arrangement with Interpublic."
According to a statement from the BRDC, Ecclestone has agreed to grant the rights to a promoter on the same terms as other European countries for the next two years, with the proviso that there will be significant long-term investment in Silverstone's facilities.
Patrick McNally's company Allsport Management in Geneva, Switzerland, is reported to be a potential promoter for the event.
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