TRANSPORT AND TECHNICAL SERVICES
THE JERSEY MOTOR CYCLE AND LIGHT CAR CLUB’S APPLICATION TO
HOLD HILL CLIMB, SPRINTS AND BEACH RACING EVENTS IN 2014
Purpose of the Report
To accompany the signature copy of the ‘Sand Racing (Jersey) Order 2014’ and the ‘Road Racing (Hill Climbs and Sprints) (Jersey) Order 2014’, enabling the proposed road and beach racing events during 2014
Background
The Jersey Motor Cycle and Light Car Club (the Promoter) has submitted details of its proposed road and beach racing events during 2014. The events are enabled by Order of the Transport and Technical Services Minister under Article 2 of the “Motor Vehicle Races (Jersey) Law 1946”.
Also as per the requirements of the Law, Economic Development (Jersey Tourism) has been consulted regarding proposed sand racing events. In addition, the Promoter has gained Parish approval for all of its events. They have also supplied proof of public liability Insurance.
Discussion
Hill Climb and Sprint: The proposed event timings for this year’s fixtures are similar in number to last year (see attached schedule), with:
- Four ‘Five Mile Road Sprints’ requiring the closure of the road between 10am and 6pm, from the Car Park at La Pulente to the Car Park at Le Braye. The events will be held on Saturdays.
- Four ‘Bouley Bay Hill Climbs’ requiring the closure of the hill between 8am and 6.30pm. These events generally fall on public holidays.
Sand Racing: As usual the Promoter has applied to hold events on the beaches at Millbrook, West Park and St Ouen (Le Braye). Their intention is to hold a total of twelve sand racing events this year (an increase on last year by one), including four at West Park, with one finishing as late as 9.30pm (with further time factored in for cleanup).
Recommendation
The Minister is recommended to make the ‘Sand Racing (Jersey) Order 2013’ and the ‘Road Racing (Hill Climbs and Sprint) (Jersey) Order 2013’ as prepared.
Reason(s) for Decision
Further to MD-T-2013–0105, enabling preparation of the Orders and following consultations, the proposed closures and associated traffic management are reasonable and justified.
Resource Implications
None.
Action Required
To notify the Publications Editor and the Law Draftsman that the Orders have been made, forward the signed and sealed Orders to the Publications Editor, States Greffe, and request the Greffier of the States to arrange for their notification to the States.
Written by: | Technical Assistant – Traffic And Streetworks |
Approved by: | Director, Engineering and Infrastructure |
Attachments: | Racing Schedule 2014 |
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