by Roger Donnelly
North West 200 boss Nervyn Whyte WILL receive the Freedom of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough.
Councillors backed the move at a special meeting last night.
The Limavady man has been a key factor in transforming the annual motorbike races into a slick international event.
Mervyn is expected to be formally conferred the honour at a ceremony within the next few weeks.
Alderman Frank Campbell is a racing fan:
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