Bernie Ecclestone's call for government backing for the British Grand Prix has not fallen on deaf ears. The Digger column in yesterday's Guardian sport section suggests Peter Mandelson has offered to meet Bernie and discuss the issue. In particular Mandy has suggested that regional development agency money might be used to support infrastructure improvements that might be to Bernie's liking.
It is hard to contemplate a cash-strapped Government using taxpayers to support a sport run by a billionaire, even indirectly. Ecclestone has always had a special relationship with New Labour though.
Showing posts with label Bernie Ecclestone. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Bernie Ecclestone. Show all posts
Thursday, 30 April 2009
Friday, 24 April 2009
Ecclestone and the NUT - unlikely allies
Bernie Ecclestone has today said it is a "disgrace" that the Government hasn't offered financial backing to the British Grand Prix. That's millionaire Bernie Ecclestone mind you.
He can join others in the queue making ridiculous demands of a country approaching bankruptcy. Such as the National Union of Teachers who are demanding a 10 per cent pay rise.
Madness.
He can join others in the queue making ridiculous demands of a country approaching bankruptcy. Such as the National Union of Teachers who are demanding a 10 per cent pay rise.
Madness.
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