Countdown on to Festival of Motorcycling

Friday, 8 August 2014 00:00

With just over a fortnight to go until the launch of this year's Festival of Motorcycling preparations are being amped up.

Now in the second year of its revised format the festival includes both the Manx Grand Prix and revamped Classic TT.

This year racing legend Joey Dunlop will be remembered with a parade lap - with a large turnout of top racers expected.

Economic Development's head of motorsport Trevor Hussey says following initial doubts from race fans the new approach is already paying off:

More from Isle of Man News

Man denies causing £1,000 worth of damage to car

A man has denied keying someone's car and causing more than £1,000 in damage.
Benefits fraudster due for sentencing

A benefits fraudster who wrongly claimed more than £140,000 will be sentenced this week.
Dandara backs Ballalockie campaign

A campaign to ensure a teenager can come back home after a serious accident has had the backing of a property development company.
Petition to give parents info on sex offenders

A Douglas woman is calling for the Island to introduce new laws to find out about sex offenders.
Sex education details sent to parents this week

Parents will be getting letters this week about the government's sex education plans.
Van driver fails breath test

Police say a motorist will be appearing in court after failing a breath test - and turning out to have no driving licence.
Fire crews tackle car blaze

Fire crews in the North of the Island were called to a vehicle fire yesterday.
Use your Love IOM card credits before July, urge gov

A government gift card scheme is urging people to spend their outstanding balance - or face losing it.