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New twist for Button as Honda for £1 deal faces probe by DTI
New twist for Button as Honda for £1 deal faces probe by DTI
The future of Jenson Button’s beleaguered Honda Formula One team has taken a fresh twist, with the Department of Trade and Industry being asked to investigate its attempted sale amidconcerns over the role of boss Nick Fry.
More on the Honda situation
grandprix.com — In an effort to understand exactly what is going on at Honda Racing F1, we contacted the team's local Member of Parliament, Tim Boswell, to confirm that he had made a complaint to the authorities following requests from members of the F1 team, as had ... (more) More on the Honda situation
Nick Fry keen to become big wheel at Honda
Nick Fry keen to become big wheel at Honda
telegraph.co.uk — Nick Fry Honda Racing's chief executive has emerged as a frontrunner to take over the F1 team. (more) Nick Fry keen to become big wheel at Honda
Will 2009 Be The First Time Only One Briton Competes?
Will 2009 Be The First Time Only One Briton Competes?
blogf1.co.uk — The 2009 season could mark the first time a championship has only featured one British driver. From the sport’s beginnings back in 1950, the Formula One World Championship has attracted many Britons and never before have we seen only one British ... (more) Will 2009 Be The First Time Only One Briton Competes?
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F1 Minute — ... New twist for Button as Honda for £1 deal faces probe by DTI - Sportsmail understands that Daventry MP Tim Boswell, whose constituency includes the team’s Brackley base in Northamptonshire, has reacted to requests from staff concerned over their futures by contacting the DTI. ...

Government may investigate Honda sale
F1 Fanatic — ... The Daily Mail said the Department of Trade and Industry has been asked to step in amid suggestions team chief executive Nick Fry could be operating both as a mediator to potential buyers, as well as a potential buyer himself. ...

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