Speedway Premier League
The Premier League is the second tier of speedway in the United Kingdom and governed by the The Speedway Control Bureau (SCB), in conjunction with the British Speedway Promoters' Association (BSPA). The Premier League was founded in 1995 when the two divisions of the British League were amalgamated. In 1997, the Elite League was created as a new top tier with the Premier League becoming the second tier.
As of 2012 Season, there are currently 13 teams competing in this tier of British Speedway, contesting 6 competitions for silverware. These competitions are Premier League, Premier League Cup, Premier League KOC, Premier League Pairs, Premier League Fours and the Premier League Riders' Championship.
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