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BIRMINGHAM co-promoter Mick Bratley has announced his departure from the Perry Barr club.The Brummies are set to confirm a takeover next Monday but Bratley will not be involved, having first joined in 2010 under the promotion of Gary Patchett and then staying on when Tony Mole regained control.Bratley said: “I have enjoyed my time immensely with the Brummies, winning the Premier League Fours in 2010 was a special occasion for all associated at the club and making a success of running in the Elite League in 2011 was an even bigger achievement in my opinion.“I obviously wish the new owners good fortune and success and would particularly like to thank the staff, sponsors and supporters for two very special seasons, that I will always remember with fondness.”

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ELITE League Double winners Poole have been treated to a civic reception by the Mayor of Poole, Councillor Graham Wilson.The Pirates representatives, including riders Davey Watt, Chris Holder, Darcy Ward and Kyle Newman, also visited the new Poole Harbour Bridge as they were honoured for their League and Cup wins at full team level – added to Holder and Ward’s triumph in the Pairs.Promoter Matt Ford said: “We had a successful and wonderful time with the mayor and dignitaries and it was a pleasure to be given a showing of the fabulous new bridge.“It was a great honour for Poole Speedway to be invited along and I am proud that we have been honoured in this manner. The Mayor very generously presented us with a Poole Pottery plate to mark the club’s excellent year.”(FIXTURES)

THURSDAY OCTOBER 27:16-LAP CLASSIC: Ipswich 7.30

FRIDAY OCTOBER 28:PREMIER LEAGUE: Berwick v Newport 7.30, Plymouth v Edinburgh 7.30

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29:PREMIER LEAGUE: Newport v Edinburgh 6pm, Workington v Plymouth 6.30pm, Workington v Plymouth (follows previous fixture)

SUNDAY OCTOBER 30:PREMIER LEAGUE: Workington v Edinburgh 3pm NATIONAL LEAGUE: Newport v Scunthorpe 6pm ACE OF HERTS: Rye House 6pm JUNIOR GOLDEN HELMET: Glasgow 3pm