The latest update from the BRCA with regards to Covid 19 is as follows:
"The below refers to the announcement of yesterday by the Prime Minister of England, the news in it is hence about what he said and who it refers to. If you are not in England this does not apply to you.
The recent changes to the lockdown rules and regulations of yesterday evening have caused a flurry of questions.
Firstly - Yes this does mean that you can go bashing, taking a RC Car to some local waste ground, tarmac area or similar and having a bit of fun is now perfectly OK - just don't go to a track (see below as to why) and make sure you're on your own or only with somebody from the same household.
Secondly - The current situation for the sport has not yet changed, We will advise you when it does.
Re Sundays Prime Ministers Briefing where some sporting activities were mentioned.
As at today (Monday) the Government has not sent out the detail so it can be clearly identified what sporting activities can commence.
However they have given an indication (the comment re golf, tennis, fishing etc) and we do have some idea on the restrictions, they appear to be:-
It is expected that further details will be sent out on Wednesday - this may then take a day or so to be disseminated to us and then to you.
It is thought that some areas of motorsport may be possible (testing and track-days are apparently being planned). IF this is the case then some (as they'll need to be capable of practicing the social distancing requirements) of our outdoor venues may be able to open for practice sessions.
It would be prudent for clubs, with outdoor venues, to spend some time to think this through and work out what they can do - IF - this is a path that's available to us - AND - they want to do it.
It is not acceptable for members to apply pressure on clubs to open. Do keep in touch with your club, offer to help when it's needed, work with the club committee but respect what decisions are made, the number one requirement is everybody's safety that consideration outweighs everything else.
Anything further than the above would be purely speculation at this stage.
When we receive more detail we will circulate it to all.
Please note Scotland, Ireland and Wales all have different rules, we are following government guidance, but your country may differ.
Best regards,
BRCA Exec"
"The below refers to the announcement of yesterday by the Prime Minister of England, the news in it is hence about what he said and who it refers to. If you are not in England this does not apply to you.
The recent changes to the lockdown rules and regulations of yesterday evening have caused a flurry of questions.
Firstly - Yes this does mean that you can go bashing, taking a RC Car to some local waste ground, tarmac area or similar and having a bit of fun is now perfectly OK - just don't go to a track (see below as to why) and make sure you're on your own or only with somebody from the same household.
Secondly - The current situation for the sport has not yet changed, We will advise you when it does.
Re Sundays Prime Ministers Briefing where some sporting activities were mentioned.
As at today (Monday) the Government has not sent out the detail so it can be clearly identified what sporting activities can commence.
However they have given an indication (the comment re golf, tennis, fishing etc) and we do have some idea on the restrictions, they appear to be:-
- A solo activity or with members of the same household.
- When the activity is being conducted social distancing must be maintained.
- There must not be cross handling of equipment.
It is expected that further details will be sent out on Wednesday - this may then take a day or so to be disseminated to us and then to you.
It is thought that some areas of motorsport may be possible (testing and track-days are apparently being planned). IF this is the case then some (as they'll need to be capable of practicing the social distancing requirements) of our outdoor venues may be able to open for practice sessions.
It would be prudent for clubs, with outdoor venues, to spend some time to think this through and work out what they can do - IF - this is a path that's available to us - AND - they want to do it.
It is not acceptable for members to apply pressure on clubs to open. Do keep in touch with your club, offer to help when it's needed, work with the club committee but respect what decisions are made, the number one requirement is everybody's safety that consideration outweighs everything else.
Anything further than the above would be purely speculation at this stage.
When we receive more detail we will circulate it to all.
Please note Scotland, Ireland and Wales all have different rules, we are following government guidance, but your country may differ.
Best regards,
BRCA Exec"
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