New Chief Marshal appointed
Isle of Man Chief Constable Mike Langdon has taken on the role of Chief Marshal for the 2008 TT Races it has been confirmed by the Isle of Man Government.
The Chief Marshal is responsible for ensuring manning levels around the course, working with the Clerk of the Course, Course Maintenance and the ACU Road Race Manager.
The appointment will see Mr Langdon working with ACU Event Ltd and Bill Carden, the recently-elected Chairman of the TT Marshals Association, and all their officials, to ensure the safe running of this year’s TT races.
The Chief Constable is trained to UK standards for the management of sporting events.
Mr Langdon said:
‘The Isle of Man Constabulary and the Marshals Association have been working closely together over the past few months to establish effective working practices and systems to help marshals carry out their jobs at the TT races.’
‘I will look to put those into effect at this year’s races.’
Tourism and Leisure Minister Adrian Earnshaw added:
‘Chief Constable Langdon will bring great experience to what is a pivotal role in the running of the TT.’
‘I’m delighted that he has accepted the position, which demonstrates the close working relationship between the TTMA and the Isle of Man Constabulary.’
TTMA chairman Mr Carden also confirmed that over 700 marshal forms had now been received at the TTMA offices.
He said:
‘We hope to have over 1,000 marshals registered by the start of TT2008, which would be in line with other years.’
‘However, we can’t have too many, particularly Manx-based, marshals, so would encourage anyone who hasn’t yet signed up to register.’
Find out about becoming a marshal at the TTMA website.
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