HTPs now last 5 years - official

[DaveGT6]

There was a previous thread (referring to helmets and suits) that strayed into the FIA proposal to life the HTP.

Well it seems that we now have some details. Annouced today the changes to FIA and MSA charges for HTP.

All HTPs are now lifed at 5 years for Jan 1st. or from date of issue whichever is the later.

MSA application fee £295.00 and FIA fee £300.00. Inspection fee £175.00

That is the current rate. What will it be in 5 years time when we have to renew? Is this what we want? At first I thought that a re-newal process might reduce the amount of bending of rules but looking at the cost implications perhaps it is just playing to those who can afford to build bent cars in the first place?