Plans to develop a TT World Series would not be to the detriment of the main event in the Isle of Man.

So says the Economic Development Minister whose department is exploring the possibility of creating a franchise.

Laurence Skelly is keen such an initiative would not dilute from TT fortnight in the Island, nor conflict with other major events in the motorcycling calendar.

Hear what he has to say on the Manx Radio Soundbite - HERE