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Carlton man jailed after carrying out ‘planned revenge attack’ in street

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Carlton man jailed after carrying out ‘planned revenge attack’ in street

A machete-wielding offender from Carlton who assaulted a man in the street during a planned revenge attack has now been locked up.

Yasir Alyas, who was wearing a face covering, hit the victim repeatedly to the top of his head with the machete during the violent disorder in Devon Street, St Ann’s.

The 29-year-old played a leading role in a group attack on the victim who suffered serious injuries after he was targeted on the night of April 23, 2024.

The victim, who was also hit with a baseball bat and kicked, was taken to hospital and needed stitches for head and leg injuries. He also suffered a fractured finger and grazing.

Alyas had been taken to the scene of the attack in a Volkswagen Passat driven by 29-year-old Idries Hussain, along with other occupants in the car armed with weapons.

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Alyas was jailed for three years and two months at Nottingham Crown Court

A Volkswagen Golf also pulled up carrying more people who continued to attack the victim after he was forced to the floor.

The offending group were driven away from the scene following the attack.

Following inquiries, Alyas, of Oakdale Road, Carlton, was arrested the next day and went on to plead guilty to violent disorder and having a bladed article in a public.

Hussain was arrested after police stopped a vehicle in Chorley, Lancashire, on 5 May. He went on to plead guilty to violent disorder.

Although it was accepted Hussain was not directly involved in the violence, he was deemed to have played a key role in what happened by providing transport for the armed offenders.

Alyas and Hussain appeared at Nottingham Crown Court for sentencing on Friday (6 December).

The court heard that there had been ‘some ill will’ between Alyas and the victim prior to the attack, which prosecutor James Ball described as ‘an organised and shocking episode of violence which resulted in serious injuries’.

Judge Mark Watson said: “You attacked him as an act of revenge. It was a disgusting display of violence on a residential street. It was cowardly and it’s remarkable the injuries sustained by the victim were not more serious.”

Alyas was jailed for three years and two months and Hussain for one year and 11 months.

Both men were also made subject of 10-year restraining orders not to contact the victim.

Detective Constable Dionne Love, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This was a vicious organised group attack on a man in a quiet residential street.

“Violence of this nature and the use of dangerous weapons will not be tolerated on our streets, and I’m pleased our investigation has now resulted in Alyas and Hussain being put behind bars.”

Reports from the magistrates courts: the latest cases from Gedling borough

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Reports from the magistrates courts: the latest cases from Gedling borough

Here are some of the most recent cases with defendants from the Gedling borough area to be heard at Nottingham magistrates’ courts.

The defendant’s name, age, address and details of the charge(s) and sentence are published in accordance with Criminal Procedure Rule 5.8, as agreed by HMCTS and the Society of Editors and approved by the Lord Chancellor. Not all cases heard will appear on this round-up due to legal restrictions.

This article is published from official information issued by HM Courts and Tribunal Service and is covered by qualified privilege.

Ashley Dewar, 35, of Victoria Road in Netherfield, pleaded guilty to theft from a Co-op store. He was handed a £40 fine.

Lee Love, 45, of Lee Road in Calverton pleaded guilty to possession of a controlled drug of Class-B (Mamba). A forfeiture and destruction was ordered.

All the cases were heard at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court (PHOTO: Gedling Eye)

Nicholas Vile, 43, with a correspondence address of Bond Street in Arnold pleaded guilty to theft of £41.50 worth of meat and steak from a shop. He was ordered to pay a fine of £40 and £85 costs.

Aiden Henderson, 38, of Park Road East in Calverton, pleaded guilty to theft from a shop. He was handed a six-month sentence and ordered to pay compensation of £50.

Jay Frisby, 32, of Tilford Road in Newstead Village pleaded guilty to failing to comply with the requirements of post-custodial supervision. He was fined £80.

‘Please don’t eat’: Tesco issue recall of festive favourite Red Cabbage & Apple

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‘Please don’t eat’: Tesco issue recall of festive favourite Red Cabbage & Apple

Supermarket giant Tesco has issued an urgent ‘do not eat’ recall for its Red Cabbage & Apple 300G product due to a printing error on the Use By date.

The retailer said it had discovered that packs were incorrectly labelled with a December 29 date instead of the correct December 11 date.

Food safety concerns have prompted the recall, as consuming the product beyond its intended shelf life could “pose a risk to health.”

Gedling borough customers can return the product to their nearest store for a full refund.

Tesco said in a statement: “We are recalling a specific date code of Tesco Red Cabbage & Apple 300G, due to the incorrect Use By date code of December 29 printed on packs, instead of December 11.

Packs of Red Cabbage and Apple were incorrectly labelled with a December 29 date instead of the correct December 11 date.
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Customers can return the product to their nearest Tesco on Carlton Hill for a full refund

“An extension of the Use By date could pose a risk to health, if the product is kept past the correct shelf life of the product.”

Tesco told customers what they should do if they have purchased the product.

It said: “If you have purchased the affected date code of the above product, please do not eat it. Instead, return it to any Tesco store for a full refund. No receipt is required.

“For any further enquiries, please contact our customer service team directly on 0800 505 555. No other Tesco products are affected by this issue.”

The Food Standards Agency alerted Britons online of the recalled product and explained product recalls and withdrawals.

It said: “If there is a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold, then it might be ‘withdrawn’ (taken off the shelves) or ‘recalled’ (when customers are asked to return the product).

“The FSA issues Product Withdrawal Information Notices and Product Recall Information Notices to let consumers and local authorities know about problems associated with food.

“In some cases, a ‘Food Alert for Action’ is issued. This provides local authorities with details of specific action to be taken on behalf of consumers.”

MATCH REPORT: Carlton Town 2-1 Bradford (Park Avenue)

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MATCH REPORT: Carlton Town 2-1 Bradford (Park Avenue)

NPL First Division East
December 7 2024
Report by Ben Marsh.

Carlton made a few changes from the disappointing defeat at Brighouse.  Lewis Durow dropped to the bench along with Michael Ford. Lawrence Stewart-Gorman returned at right back, captain Niall Davie was deployed at left back and Ollie Clark started in central midfield in place of Lamin Manneh who was unavailable.

It was testament to the investment in the pitch in the summer and the dedication of the volunteer grounds teams that this game was on as one of only three in the division to beat Storm Darragh.  It was though a challenge for both sides and as fans hunkered down in the main stand and the Shed End, Carlton kicked with the benefit of the wind at their backs in the first half.

Within the opening ten minutes the direction of travel was clear as Charlie Carter, playing from the right wing, found space and played in Nat Watson. The initial attack was cleared but Watson retrieved the ball and found Howes whose shot was just wide.

Carter again, in space on the right, fired in a cross which was cleared for a corner by Mark Beevers.  Niall Davie took the corner kick and his in-swinging delivery was assisted by the gale and almost snuck under the bar but Jack Hall in the Bradford goal tipped over.

On a rare foray forward in the first half Jack Goodman received an early booking following a frustrated challenge on Ollie Clark.

As the rain began to fall the surface got stickier and after a mistimed challenge Carlton had a free kick thirty yards from goal.  Again Beevers was on the mark with a strong clearance but Niall Hylton dived on the clearance and played a searching ball into the box. Howes with a smart dummy enabled Watson to shoot but the linesman’s flag was raised.

Midway through the first half and Hylton again found some space inside right and played a lovely pass to Watson on the edge of the box. He moved the ball on to an overlapping Carter whose left foot shot was well saved by Hall diving full stretch low to his left.

So much of the game was being played down the Carlton right such was the direction of the wind but it was Bradford who advanced down that side with Dan Francis finding Connor Shanks. The frontman exchanged passes with Goodman and fired at goal but was just wide. A warning for the home side.

Just after the half hour mark, Carlton fashioned another glorious chance to take the lead but Howes was guilty of delaying his strike as Francis made the challenge to clear. Bradford had possibly the best chance of the half in the closing moments from a free kick. Iyrwah Gooden was going nowhere by the right touchline but a rash tackle from Khyle Sargent provided the opportunity for the Bradford winger to deliver into the box. Beevers rose highest but was denied by the upright and Carlton survived.

So to the second half and many Carlton supporters might have expected to see a backs-to-the-wall battle but Carlton started the half superbly and made light of Darragh’s gusts. Carter, who was quite brilliant all game, showed great enterprise to advance down the right and won a throw. The ball was cleared to the edge of the box but Howes, well positioned and as nonchalant as you like, swung his left boot at the ball which rifled beyond the despairing dive of Hall and rewarded those who were pitch side for the start of the half. An awesome strike to take the lead.

Carlton did not sit back and were in the ascendency earning a corner from another sweeping attack. Stewart-Gorman delivered but the ball was cleared to safety. Carter saw the whites of the goal just a few minutes later as he smartly intercepted a short pass across the Bradford backline and charged towards the goal. His shot was well saved by Hall. Five minutes later and a carbon copy as the Stags loanee fired for goal only to be denied once more Hall. From that clearance however, Sargent won possession back high up the field and a move involving Carter, Watson and Howes was unlucky to not double the lead as Josh Ashman did well to intercept and concede a corner.

Just after the hour Carlton did double their lead with another superb strike. A Stewart-Gorman free kick from the inside left position was once again initially cleared but Clark was on the edge of the box, showed excellent balance to control the ball on his chest and then organise his feet to hammer a volley over Hall. Incredible scenes behind the goal and in the Shed End as Clark ran towards the jubilant fans to receive the congratulations.

More Millers pressure continued as the wind whipped around the Bill Stokeld and what followed was a quite beautiful move. From left back Davie and Hylton exchanged short passes with good movement to advance up the field. Watson, performing fantastically in his 100th appearance, picked up the pass and found Howes in the channel. His return pass allowed Watson to shoot agonisingly wide. Given the conditions, it was glorious football and warmly applauded by the crowd who, throughout the game were fully behind their team. Hearing the fallout from the previous game, knowing the team were at a low ebb, the supporters rose to the challenge and kept their team going as the time ticked on.

The game got increasingly long and fractured as the visitors searched for something to build on and substitutions were made but even though there were corners and free kicks in advanced positions, the Carlton backline were resolute. Dan Brown and Dean Freeman organising everything in front of them. Ably supported by the midfield, Clark, Sargent, Hylton and Carter with incredible energy to close down space, hassle and induce mistakes.

Liam Moran, Ford and Durow replaced Watson, Howes and Hylton respectively but carried on the theme of hard work. In the dying moments, Storm Darragh provided the assist to Bradford’s consolation goal. A free kick fired into the box and simply due to the bodies in the six yard area, it was pot luck where the ball fell. Ben Blythe looked to get the final touch and although the referee played an inordinate amount of time at the end, the home side held on, defended bravely as a team to get a vital, deserved win.

After a wretched November where decent performances didn’t translate to results, this serves as a great platform to rebuild the season and the unity of the supporters, players and coaching staff at the final whistle points to a group pulling in the same direction. A wonderful sight.

Carlton Town: F Annan, L Gorman, N Davie, D Brown, D Freeman, O Clark, C Carter, K Sargent, N Watson (L Moran 83), A Howes (M Ford 89), N Hylton (L Durow 79).  Unused subs: H Goddard.

Goals: Alex Howes 46, Oliver Clark 65; Ben Blythe 88

Carlton Town Supporters Club MOTM: Charlie Carter

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The best bed frames for bedroom staging

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The best bed frames for bedroom staging

Staging your bedroom can give your house the edge over other property listings when selling. Seeing a beautiful bedroom implies your home is well cared for and suitable for the next family or person looking to move.

One of the best ways to stage your bedroom is with a new bed frame to set the tone and create a focal point.

A fantastic bed frame can distract attention from awkward layouts, which might scupper a sale and inspire would-be buyers.

Join us below to discover the best beds for staging a bedroom…

Winged headboard beds

Bed frames with winged headboards make stunning focal points in staged bedrooms, delivering that coveted boutique hotel aesthetic buyers love.

The deep buttoning and premium fabrics like velvet or linen enhance luxury, while the protective wings create a cocooning effect that suggests comfort.


Pictured: Birlea Halfden Bed Frame, with winged headboard (Available from Bedstar).

Grey and cream colourways attract the widest audience, especially with pristine white bedding and textured throws. Winged headboard frames transform ordinary bedrooms into sophisticated sanctuaries.

Sleigh beds

Sleigh beds command attention in master bedrooms, and their distinctive curved headboards and footboards create drama from every viewing angle.

Modern versions wrapped in grey or silver velvet update the traditional design while keeping its timeless appeal. The substantial silhouette delivers instant grandeur without dominating the space while flowing lines draw potential buyers’ eyes naturally through the room.

Poster frame beds

Make your high ceilings shine with a striking poster bed frame. These architectural pieces draw the eye upward, emphasising room height and creating drama.

You could choose a minimal modern design or traditional turned posts – in any case, these frames make an unforgettable impression during viewings. Dark wood or metal finishes offer sophistication while leaving the posts bare and maintaining an airy, spacious feel.


Pictured: Birlea Darwin Four Poster Bed – White (Available from Bedstar).

Low bed frames

Master awkward spaces with sleek, low-profile bed frames. These contemporary designs work wonders in attic rooms or areas with sloping ceilings, creating an illusion of higher ceilings and more space.

Platform-style bases eliminate the need for a bulky box spring, while clean lines and hidden supports maintain visual simplicity. Choose light finishes to enhance the sense of space.

TV beds

Elevate bedroom staging with sophisticated TV beds that conceal entertainment systems. These innovative frames hide televisions within their footboards, rising smoothly at the touch of a button.

The clean, uncluttered look appeals to tech-savvy buyers while maintaining bedroom serenity. Modern designs feature USB ports and cable management, showcasing the practical luxury that today’s buyers demand.

Pictured: Walkworth Ottoman TV Bed – 2.1 Speakers – Slate Grey (Available from Bedstar).

Ottoman beds

Maximise staging impact with clever ottoman beds. The hydraulic lift system reveals generous storage space, perfect for quickly tidying your bedroom. 

These frames combine practicality with style, whether wrapped in plush velvet or faux leather. Available across various designs, from sleigh beds to TV beds, ottoman mechanisms offer that extra selling point without compromising aesthetics.

Day beds

Day beds maximise staged guest bedrooms by serving as seating and sleeping spaces, instantly demonstrating room versatility to potential buyers.

Single-sized frames with pull-out trundles underneath effectively double the sleeping capacity while maintaining a streamlined look.

Metal frames in classic white or matt black suit most décor schemes, while upholstered versions add extra comfort as daytime seating. Plump scatter cushions and a cosy throw will effortlessly transform the look from bed to sofa.


Pictured: Flintshire Fabric Day Bed – Grey (Available from Bedstar).

Summing up

A staged bedroom with a new bed frame is a surefire way to attract viewings because most sellers don’t bother doing anything special.

Buyers remember exceptional bedrooms, especially those with statement pieces like winged headboards, sleigh beds, and dramatic poster frames.

The right bed frame can also overcome room challenges – low designs for attics, ottoman storage for smaller spaces, TV beds for tech-savvy buyers, and day beds for home offices.

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

These are the latest applications to have been submitted to and validated by Gedling Borough Council this week.

The round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers validated and published on w/c 02/12/24

These applications will now be decided by Gedling borough planners.

More details can be found on the Gedling Borough Council planning site HERE by using the reference codes published below.

Replacement of canopy with an open sided (with low matching brick side walls) oak porch
The Farmhouse Glebe Farm, Glebe Drive, Burton Joyce
Ref. No: 2024/0833

Erection of two bedroom dwelling
20 Carnarvon Grove, Carlton
Ref. No: 2024/0831

Remodelling of existing domestic garage
10, Bank Hill, Woodborough
Ref. No: 2024/0828

External renovation works & erection of a porch & a garage. External works include the introduction of bay windows to the ground and first floor frontage & replacing all remaining windows and doors.
2 Aldwych Close Bestwood Nottinghamshire NG5 9PP
Ref. No: 2024/0832

First-floor side extension over existing garage and conversion of garage to storage
10, Pentland Drive, Bestwood
Ref. No: 2024/0827

Change of Use from agricultural to paddocks
Ravenshead Plant Centre, Mansfield Road, Ravenshead
Ref. No: 2024/0826

Remove 2 cherry fruit trees (planted around 7-10 years ago, both have canker in multiple locations)
26, Park Avenue, Woodborough
Ref. No: 2024/0819TCA | Received: Tue 19 Nov 2024 | Validated: Tue 19 Nov 2024 | Status: Unknown

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New first floor extension above the existing garage. New flat roof over the rear conservatory. New porch. Render to all elevations.
1 Clarborough Drive, Arnold
Ref. No: 2024/0820

Single storey rear and side extensions
27, St Helens Crescent, Burton Joyce
Ref. No: 2024/0822

Conversion of External Outbuilding (B8) to C3. Proposed rear extension hallway to connect rear buildings. B8 space to be converted to garden room.
2 Mayfield Road Carlton Nottinghamshire NG4 1JP
Ref. No: 2024/0799

Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of planning permission 2022/0545 (alteration to plot 1 and the roofing material proposed for all 5 houses)
34 Gardenia Grove, Carlton
Ref. No: 2024/0792

Single storey extension to rear elevation, flat roof construction, materials to match existing, 2.7m in height, 2.65m wide, 4.8m projection to the rear
42 Forester Street, Netherfield
Ref. No: 2024/0786

Modification of Section 106 Legal Agreement in relation to planning permission 2018/0607, in respect of Schedule 5 – Trigger Point for Provision of Open Space, change from 50% to 90% Occupation
Land North West Park Road, Calverton
Ref. No: 2024/0783

Change of use of garage to make-shift salon
154, Gedling Road, Arnold
Ref. No: 2024/0700

Meet new police drugs dog Rocky and his handler

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Meet new police drugs dog Rocky and his handler

The police have welcomed two new recruits at their HQ in Arnold to combat crime across Notts.

Police Constable Lee Huffer and his two-year-old Labrador Rocky were formally welcomed to the team at Nottinghamshire Police Force Headquarters after completing their final accreditation checks.

Former rescue dog Rocky was identified as having the potential to become a police dog after being handed into the Dogs Trust charity at Loughborough when his former owner could no longer care for him.

After four weeks training with PC Huffer, Rocky is now certified as a drugs, cash and firearms sniffer dog and will be deployed on warrants and searches.

PC Huffer, left, and Inspector Tim Ringer, right, with PD Rocky and their certificate

PC Huffer has been a police officer for 23 years and has spent the last three years with the Dog Section. Rocky is his first specialist dog.

He said: “Rocky has excelled during his training, particularly on open searches of large areas.

“He is a rescue dog and it is brilliant to see him pass his training with such flying colours. We are looking forward to seeing him put his training into practice over the future weeks.”

Candidates for the dog handler course must first attend a two day assessment exercise where their affinity for dogs and other natural attributes are assessed.

They must then come through a formal interview panel before going forward for training with expert handlers.

If they haven’t already done so, successful applicants must then pass an advanced driving course before they move onto the 13-week dog handling course where they learn the tools of their trade.

Dogs also have to come up to standard and will be replaced if they fall below expectations even in one area.

Motion could give Gedling Borough Council more power over highway maintenance

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Motion could give Gedling Borough Council more power over highway maintenance

Councillors have struck down a motion which asked for more power to borough and district councils ahead of a potential local government restructure proposed by Whitehall.

Nottinghamshire County Council met in a full council meeting on Thursday (5) to discuss updates on the authority’s services.

A motion put forward by Ashfield Council Leader, Councillor Jason Zadrozny (Ind), sought to investigate whether borough and district councils are best placed to maintain roads, rather than the county council.

It also sought to consult local councils’ leaders and chief executives and re-establish Manage and Operate Partnerships (MOPS).

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Compensation claims for poor road and pavement surfaces continue to climb

MOPS delegated highway works such as resurfacing, patching and drain repairs to the smaller councils but these partnerships ended in 2012.

Leading the motion, Cllr Zadrozny said: “Complaints about crumbling roads, unsafe pavements and blocked gullys dominate every consultation , every council surgery, and every conversation we have with those we are elected to represent.

“Yet, year after year, this council promises things will improve, and year after year we fail to deliver meaningful change.

“Our residents deserve better, they deserve a council prepared to try new approaches, re-think what isn’t working and listen to those closest to the problems.”

Cllr Zadrozny clarified that the motion does not commit the council into delegating any powers but to consider the proposal.

He added compensation claims for poor road and pavement surfaces continue to climb along with flooding from blocked drains.

He said: “The public is paying the price for this inertia- why should they continue to suffer while we refuse to even examine alternatives?”

Cllr Neil Clarke (Con), Cabinet member for Transport and Environment, said that there were historical problems with communication and the reporting of issues due to flooding crossing council lines.

He added: “I get the sense this motion has nothing to do with making sure our roads are properly maintained and improved, rather it’s a pre-empted strike on behalf of Ashfield District Council against what they fear will be imposed by the devolution white paper- we need to be waiting for it.

“I can understand why the Ashfield Councillor and Broxtowe councillor might be motivated to promote and protect the borough and district councils- if that’s the case I think they have chosen a weak example.”

Cllr Clarke spoke of the council’s investment of an extra £467,000 in unblocking gullys, with over 100,000 of them being unblocked as part of a scheme.

Cllr Kate Foale (Lab) agreed with Cllr Clarke and spoke of the financial savings to the council since ceasing the MOPS.

She said: “I find it hard to believe the Independents are seriously suggesting now it’s the time to be spending seven figure sums bringing back a discredited 12-year policy.

“How many times today have we seen petitions, constituency speeches where people have told you what needs to be done in districts and boroughs, that’s our job, we don’t need to delegate power back downwards for this to happen.”

She added she believes local government reorganisation, as posed by the government, is likely and called the motion “pointless”.

The government’s upcoming devolution white paper is to discuss further devolution and local government reorganisation- meaning two-tier authorities could be made unitary.

Cllr Richard Jackson questioned the point of taking money away from county road repairs, and giving it to each individual council.

He said: “Is that what residents really want to see? No it is not.

“They want to see the highways repaired- they couldn’t care less who repairs the highways.”

Cllr Ben Bradley (Con) responded to councillor comments about delayed gully cleaning and Tory austerity.

He said there was “a “lot of nonsense being peddled” and clarified gully cleaning has a daily schedule.

He added: “We don’t live in a vacuum, we live in the real world, funding pressures are a real issue on our services- we’d love to put £100 million more into roads if it existed but it doesn’t.

“The austerity doesn’t exist either, our funding has gone up every every year for the last six or seven years.”

A festive visit: Gedling MP Michael Payne meets the postal team at Arnold delivery office

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A festive visit: Gedling MP Michael Payne meets the postal team at Arnold delivery office

Gedling MP Michael Payne paid a festive visit to the Royal Mail Nottingham North Delivery Office in Daybrook to meet the postal team working to ensure that cards, letters, and parcels reach their destinations this Christmas. 

Christmas is Royal Mail’s busiest period, with around double the normal volume of letters and parcels processed.

The MP spoke to lead customer operations manager Mark Richardson about how Royal Mail’s will continue to send and receive parcels over the festive period.

They offer services like Parcel Collect, where posties pick up parcels from customers at the doorstep. They have already rolled out more than 5,000 parcel points this year, including at Collect+ stores and its growing number of parcel lockers.

Across the UK, the business has recruited 16,000 temporary workers to help its 85,000 posties sort the additional mail and increasing number of parcels expected over the festive period. Almost 4,000 new vans, trucks and trailers are being added to the fleet in time for Christmas.

Gedling MP Michael Payne said: “Christmas is the busiest time of year for Royal Mail, and it’s incredible to see the dedication and hard work of our local posties here in Gedling.

“The team at the delivery office plays a vital role in keeping our community connected, whether it’s delivering festive cards or ensuring parcels reach loved ones on time.

“It was fantastic to hear about the additional staff and resources brought in to meet the huge demand over this period. I want to thank all the postal workers for their efforts, not just at Christmas but throughout the year.

“Their commitment makes a real difference to families and businesses in Gedling.”

Mark Richardson, lead customer operations manager for Nottingham North, said: “It was great to have Michael visit our Delivery Office, and to show him how we are gearing up for our peak period. We are pulling out all the stops to deliver Christmas for our customers.”

Almost 1,800 plants seized during police raid on Colwick warehouse

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Almost 1,800 plants seized during police raid on Colwick warehouse

Nearly 1,800 cannabis plants have been seized from a Colwick-based warehouse by police.

Teams of officers descended on the site after hearing it could be involved in drugs production.

Rows of cannabis plants were found growing during the raid at 9.15am on Thursday (5).

A total of 1768 plants were found by the Tactical Support Group (TSG) officers leading the warrant.

Rows of cannabis plants were found growing during the raid (PHOTO: Notts Police)
A total of 1768 plants were found by the Tactical Support Group (TSG) officers leading the warrant (PHOTO: Notts Police)

The cannabis dismantling team removed the Class B drugs from the premises, which was found to be dangerously bypassing electricity to power the large grow.

Officers also found a suspect hiding within the building, with the 35-year-old man subsequently arrested on suspicion of producing cannabis.

Detective Sergeant Nathan Bingham, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “We’re really pleased to have put this industrial cannabis grow operation out of commission.

“With nearly 1,800 cannabis plants being found and seized, this represented a really good result that can only be a good thing for the local community.

“These types of grows are far from a victimless crime, with people often exploited to look after them and residents having to put up with the trouble they bring to their area.

“Due to the amount of heat they generate, the modifications to electrics, and the highly combustible materials often found within, these illicit operations also bring with them a very significant fire risk.

“Bearing all of this in mind, it is absolutely essential that our policing teams continue to target those who try to produce cannabis, especially to the scale seen here.

“While we’ve arrested a suspect in connection with this incident, our inquiries are very much still ongoing, so we’d plead with anyone with information to share it with the police by calling 101, quoting incident 91 of 5 December 2024.

“We’d always encourage anyone thinking of reporting any suspicions of drug activity to do so by calling 101, while information can also be shared anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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