MN SAYS...

It is odd that what is normally a routine process is taking far longer this time around. The existing contract periods were extended during the Covid years but new multiyear contracts are due come into place for the

2023 season and beyond.

The start of the season is now eight weeks away.

Right now, six of our best and most popular championships remain under question about their status as Motorsport UK British championships. Whatever the rights and wrongs of the situation, this delay is not good for championships, event organisers and competitors as they plan for 2023.

MN understands that Motorsport UK is seeking enhanced commercial deals in return for the Motorsport UK endorsement. However, running a rally championship is largely a thankless task involving considerable work and little, if any, financial return for most championship promoters. Simply balancing the books at the end of the year is the target and having to find further funds to retain a Motorsport UK tag could be a considerable burden, particularly in the current economic climate.

MN sincerely hopes that the matter can be resolved soon so that everyone can move on and plan the 2023 season.