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Approval for Silverstone upgrade
Plans to secure Silverstone's future as a Formula One circuit have received the backing of a second local authority.
The Northamptonshire circuit's facilities are due to be upgraded as part of plans to keep the British Grand Prix on the F1 race calendar.
F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone said it is the sport's worst circuit, jeopardising the future of the British GP.
But South Northamptonshire Council's Cabinet committee has adopted the Joint Silverstone Circuit Development Brief.
Aylesbury Vale District Council previously endorsed the same blueprint.
The development brief, which has been prepared by independent consultants on behalf of South Northamptonshire Council and Aylesbury Vale, sets out plans for sustainable development of the circuit.
Proposals include a new pit and paddock complex for the circuit along with a manufacturer test centre, business park, two hotels, a university campus and new homes near the circuit.
A planning application for the new pit and paddock facility is now being finalised with a submission expected to be made in the spring.
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When do they plan to start on the upgrades and I'm wondering how long it will it take to complete.
Posted by: Boy George | Jul 24, 2008 1:53:46 PM
