TRANSPORT AND TECHNICAL SERVICES
THE CLASSIC & VINTAGE MOTOR RACING CLUB’S APPLICATION
TO HOLD THE FESTIVAL OF SPEED 2010
Purpose of the Report
To obtain a Ministerial Decision regarding approval of road closures and traffic restrictions for the purpose of holding the Jersey Festival of Speed racing event between Friday 27 and Sunday 29 August 2010.
In addition, to enable an instruction to be sent to the Law Draftsman requesting preparation of an Order under Article 2 of the Motor Vehicle Races (Jersey) Law 1946.
Background
The Classic & Vintage Motor Racing Club (the Promoter) has submitted details of its proposed road closures and traffic management requirements for the 2010 events. The events are enabled by Order of the Minister for Transport and Technical Services under Article 2 of the Motor Vehicle Races (Jersey) Law 1946.
The Promoter has consulted with the Connétables of St Mary, St Ouen and St Brelade, as well as undertaking a public relations exercise with residents and businesses directly affected by the road closures. They have also supplied proof of Public Liability Insurance.
Discussion
The Order will enable the event promoter to hold the following events:
o Sprint - Five Mile Road – Friday 27 August (12pm to 5pm): La Grande Route des Mielles from La Braye Car Park to the gravel car park at La Pulente.
o Hill Climb - Greve de Lecq – Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 August (8.30am to 5pm): Le Mont de Ste Marie, but including a number of parish by-roads at the top of the hill to allow turning.
The course details are identical to those which were approved last year. Access to Greve de Lecq bay via Mont de la Greve de Lecq (B65) will be maintained during the event; no scheduled bus services will be affected. Other details are as per the 2009 Order.
Recommendation
The Minister is recommended to approve the Festival of Speed 2010 and the preparation of an Order under Article 2 of the Motor Vehicle Races (Jersey) Law 1946.
Reason(s) for Decision
The proposed road closures and associated traffic management are reasonable and justified.
Resource Implications
TTS Officer and Law Draftsman’s Time.
Action Required
To forward a copy of the Ministerial Decision along with an Instructing Memorandum and the Promoter’s Application to the Law Draftsman.
Written by: | Streetworks Manager |
Approved by: | Director, Municipal Services |