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26 Reasons Behind Road Rally Cancellation: Noise and Copycat Driving Among Concerns

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The annual Hills Ford Stages road rally, once a staple event in Ledbury, Herefordshire, has been cancelled due to numerous local objections and environmental concerns. Organisers Cheltenham Motor Club had planned to host the rally in September but withdrew in July after significant delays from Herefordshire Council over road closure and motor race order approvals. A Freedom of Information request has revealed 26 specific issues raised by residents that needed resolution before permission could be granted.



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“They’re not looking great” – Gloucester City Manager Daf Williams on Keiran Thomas and Daniel Leadbitter Injuries Ahead of Promotion Clash Against Poole Town

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Gloucester City manager Daf Williams has revealed worries about the fitness of key players Keiran Thomas and Daniel Leadbitter ahead of Saturday’s pivotal promotion clash against Poole Town. The second-placed squad will … Read More