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HALF MARATHON INVESTIGATION LAUNCHED Organisers of the Sheffield Half Marathon have started a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the cancellation of the 2014 event. The investigation will carefully examine all the key issues, including lack of water delivery, which informed the committee’s decision to cancel the race. The race organisers will also be looking into the communication at the start line which appeared to leave some runners completing the race unaware that it had been cancelled. However every effort will be made to ensure that the event’s

10 official charities still benefit from the thousands of pounds raised by runners’ fundraising. Margaret Lilley, chairperson of the organising committee, said: “Our internal investigation into the situation will specifically focus on the circumstances which contributed to our suppliers failing to deliver the water bowsers as expected. “The requirements for an official race dictate that there is an appropriate amount of water available at every three mile interval on the course. “At previous events we have always

taken delivery of the water on the morning of the race and our suppliers have proven very reliable in this respect. However, this was not the case for the 2014 event and ultimately it was the key factor informing our decision to cancel the race. “To compound the situation it appears that many runners did not fully hear the announcement we made at the start line cancelling the event. As a result many of the participants proceeded to run the course. So, once they had set off, our number one priority was to ensure their safety along the length of the

route. “We are extremely grateful to runners for the patience they have shown so far. Indeed as part of our investigation, we will take on board any comments and questions we receive. “The outcome and findings from our investigation will be made publicly available in due course. “After many months of planning and hard work by our team of volunteers to put on an event with the ultimate aim of raising vital funds for local charities, it was incredibly disappointing to cancel the event. “In the 33 years of running the event, we have brought significant

financial benefit to the local economy and businesses by increasing the footfall of people into Sheffield for this popular event. “Once again, we apologise to all the runners, their families and friends and anyone else who has supported the event. We are committed to carrying out a thorough and comprehensive investigation examining all the key issues including water delivery, communications issues and refunds for runners.” Recorded chip times for the run are available from www. sheffieldmarathon.com

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