MPs show support for Federation

Published: 28/03/2024

The Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs and Clarion Events Limited were delighted to welcome the Rt Hon Sir Greg Knight MP (pictured, left) and the Rt Hon Mark Tami MP (right) to the Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show at the National Exhibition Centre on Friday, 22 March and they were hosted by David Whale, chairman of the Federation (centre).

Both Sir Greg and Mark are well-established historic vehicle enthusiasts with interests in large capacity touring cars such as Jensen and Allard and British sports cars such as Triumph TR and Austin Healey respectively.

The All-Party Parliamentary Historic Vehicles group was founded by Sir Greg and provides a most effective conduit between the Federation, our 500+ member clubs, 49 museum members, trade and individual supporters and parliamentarians.

Sir Greg first became an MP in 1983 and has represented the East Yorkshire seat since 2001.  Mark was elected Member of Parliament for Alyn and Deeside in 2001.  Sir Greg, his wife Lady Janet and Mark used the Federation stand as their base for exploring the Show.

Also attending the FBHVC stand was 'Bangers & Cash' star, Derek Mathewson of Mathewsons Auctions.