10:14am Monday 8th February 2010
By James Calnan
A BID to save a crucial piece of Colchester’s Roman Heritage has moved a step closer after Colchester Council’s cabinet pledged £30,000.
The donation - by far the largest single sum given - will come into play provided the public appeal raises £170,000 of the £200,000 needed.
In a campaign backed by the Gazette, organisers have until the end of the month to secure the site of the ancient chariot arena’s starting gates for a visitor centre.
Speaking on behalf of the Lib Dem, Labour and independent coalition cabinet, deputy leader Martin Hunt said the £30,000 would be found in next year’s budget.
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