The East Midlands Development Agency (Emda) said attracting a firm which makes about 2.5 million cars a year was "fantastic news" for the region.

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The BRDC confirmed it is making progress in discussions with the East Midlands Development Agency, a government-sponsored body, about securing extra funding from the venue itself.

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The skate park was built by a partnership between Amber Valley Borough Council, East Midlands Development Agency, Community Against Drugs Fund, Groundwork and the Countryside Agency Vital Village Fund.

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