A powerboat race series where a racer died will not return for 2026, a motor boat club has announced.
Brett Duncan, 51, was fatally injured during a race after crashing with a stationary houseboat at Oulton Broad in Suffolk last July.
Lowestoft & Oulton Broad Motor Boat Club (LOBMBC) previously suspended races due to investigations and announced in September the 2025 race season was over.
On Friday, LOBMBC said investigations had concluded, but as it was still waiting for permission for on-water activities to recommence, it had "become clear that there is no realistic prospect of organising a meaningful racing season during 2026".
The club said it had cooperated fully with East Suffolk Council and the Broads Authority (BA) while investigations were completed.
Brett Duncan, 51, was fatally injured during a race after crashing with a stationary houseboat at Oulton Broad in Suffolk last July.
Lowestoft & Oulton Broad Motor Boat Club (LOBMBC) previously suspended races due to investigations and announced in September the 2025 race season was over.
On Friday, LOBMBC said investigations had concluded, but as it was still waiting for permission for on-water activities to recommence, it had "become clear that there is no realistic prospect of organising a meaningful racing season during 2026".
The club said it had cooperated fully with East Suffolk Council and the Broads Authority (BA) while investigations were completed.
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