It seems to me that the Manx Grand Prix is no longer to be a race meeting for the racers.I readily admit that the event has been underwritten by the government in order that it may break even but now it would appear that will no longer be the case.

Hence the involvement of the TT & Motorsports Developement Officer to (a) raise the profile of the event and (b) raise the money to pay for it,so as to be a cost neutral occasion to the exchequer,or even profitable.

This may well be a desirable course of action in affluent times but I feel there is now a very,very fine line which some may prefer not to cross and will stay at home.That could include riders,traders and visitors.

I count myself fortunate to have been racing 30 years ago and not now,such a shame that the bottom line is all important now.