It has been announced that a Fatal Accident Inquiry will take place into the deaths at the Jim Clark Rally in June 2014.
The news comes after a lengthy investigation into the incident. The Crown Office has now confirmed that it does not intend to bring forward criminal proceedings.
It has been announced that a Fatal Accident Inquiry will take place into the deaths at the Jim Clark Rally in June 2014.
The news comes after a lengthy investigation into the incident. The Crown Office has now confirmed that it does not intend to bring forward criminal proceedings.
The FAI will also consider an earlier death at the February 2013 Snowman Rally in the Highlands. The Snowman Rally has continued to be held since this incident.
Local MSP John Lamont has said that while the legal process must be followed, Scottish Borders Council, the police and the Crown Office must work with organisers to ensure the rally takes place as soon as possible.
John Lamont MSP said: “While it is important that the legal process is followed, this is really disappointing news for the Jim Clark Rally. The event contributes greatly to the Borders economy and its loss the last few years has impacted on local businesses.
“I hope the Fatal Accident Inquiry can be carried out as quickly as possible and that Scottish Borders Council, the police and the Crown Office will do all they can to facilitate the holding of the Rally as soon as possible. The Snowman Rally, which will also be considered by the FAI, has been allowed to continue and I hope the same flexibility can be applied to the Borders.”