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Gedling MP Michael Payne launches new awards scheme in run up to Small Business Saturday

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Gedling MP Michael Payne launches new awards scheme in run up to Small Business Saturday

Gedling MP Michael Payne has launched a new award in his constituency to recognise small companies in the run-up to Small Business Saturday on December 7. 

The Labour MP is now looking for nominations from local residents.

The only criteria is that the business has to be in Gedling constituency, which includes Arnold, Bestwood Village, Burton Joyce Village, Carlton, Carlton Hill, Colwick, Daybrook, Gedling Village, Killisick, Lambley Village, Mapperley Plains, Phoenix, Netherfield, Redhill, Stoke Bardolph Village, Warren Hill, Woodborough Village, Woodthorpe.

Gedling MP Michael Payne has launched a new award in his constituency to recognise small companies in the run-up to Small Business Saturday on December 7
Front Street Arnold
The only criteria is that the business has to be in Gedling constituency

The deadline for nominations is Friday, December 6 and winners will be announced on Small Business Saturday.

The winner will be presented the award by the MP in person.

Mr Payne said he hopes to hold the awards event each year.

How do I nominate?

You can nominate your favourite small business by tagging them into the original post on Michael Payne’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/MichaelPayne4Gedling) or mention them in the post comments.

You can also e-mail michael.payne.mp@parliament.uk with the subject ‘SUPPORT LOCAL’ and the name of the business in the body of the e-mail.

What is Small Business Saturday?

Small Business Saturday is a UK campaign to support small business, taking place on the first Saturday in December each year. The campaign first began on 2013.

The campaign encourages businesses to promote themselves and work with other small businesses, and consumers to ‘shop local’ and support small, independent businesses in their communities.

The planned roadworks and road changes in Gedling borough

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The planned roadworks and road changes in Gedling borough

A number of roadworks, and changes to the roads, are set to take place on Gedling borough’s roads during the next few weeks.

The roadworks and road changes include things such as speed alterations, repair works and changing the layout of the roads. 

Most of the roadworks are being undertaken by Nottinghamshire County Council while a couple are being led by Severn Trent Water, National Grid and OpenReach

These are the roadworks and closures you need to know about…

Nottingham Road, Ravenshead
03 December
Roadworks, Delays likely, lane closure
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Park Lane, Lambley
03 December – 04 December
Roadworks, Delays possible due to carriageway repairs from the entrance of Park House on Park Lane, Lambley
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Oxclose Lane, Arnold
04 December
Roadworks, Delays likely
Traffic management: Lane closure
Responsibility for works: Vodafone

Charles Street, Arnold
04 December – 05 December
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Vernon Avenue, Ravenshead
04 December – 05 December
Roadworks and delays possible during carriageway repairs

Carnarvon Grove, Carlton
04 December – 09 December
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: National Grid

Dover Beck Drive, Woodborough
05 December – 06 December
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Freda Avenue, Gedling
05 December – 06 December
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Myrtle Road, Carlton
06 December – 09 December
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Greendale Road, Arnold
07 December – 09 December
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Thackerays Lane, Woodthorpe
08 December
Roadworks, Delays likely
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

County Road, Gedling
09 December – 10 December
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Roadworks

Carnarvon Grove, Carlton
09 December – 15 December
Roadworks, Delays likely due to road closure
Responsibility for works: National Grid

Arnold Lane, Gedling
09 December – 20 December
Roadworks, Delays likely
Responsibility for works: National Grid

Waldrom Road, Gedling
09 December – 20 December
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: National Grid

Coppice Road, Arnold
10 December – 12 December
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Deabill Street, Netherfield
10 December – 11 December
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Grove Close, Burton Joyce
10 December – 12 December
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Redhill Road, Arnold
10 December – 12 December
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Rear Access to Stonehouse Terrace and Tilford Road, Newstead
11 December
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Netomnia

Planned equestrian centre for the disabled rejected by Gedling Borough Council

Lauren Monaghan
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Planned equestrian centre for the disabled rejected by Gedling Borough Council

Plans for an equestrian centre catering for people with disabilities have been rejected by a council over concerns it would be too big for the area and impact on green belt land.

Applicant Rowntree Equine Therapy Ltd submitted plans for the facility to Gedling Borough Council in July 2024.

The proposed site is on Longdale Lane, Ravenshead, where a manège and paddocks already exist.

The plans were to develop an equestrian centre to extend equestrian experiences and support to people with physical, mental, sensory and multiple disabilities.

Proposals included a riding arena alongside stables for four horses and  space for qualified coaches, allowing four people to use the space at any one time.

A classroom was also planned at the centre for specialist equine short courses, allowing levels one to level five to be taught.

However, Gedling Borough Council rejected the proposals last Friday (November 29), citing an “exceptionally large” stable building and plans being “detrimental to the openness of the Green Belt”.

The council believed the two-storey centre was “at odds” with the area’s rural character and that a large gravel hardstanding area would urbanise the green belt.

Ravenshead Parish Council objected to the proposals, believing the site “has already been over developed”.

Its representation reads: “[The Parish Council] believes that facilities already exist in the locality, including the Papplewick RDA centre on Nottingham Road, Fairview Farm on Main Road, Blidworth Equestrian Show Centre on Longdale Lane, Little John Paddocks on Main Road, Kirkfields Equestrian Centre and Cross Lane Stables.”

The Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) has noted the benefits of equine therapy and how it can assist people with disabilities to access physical exercise, increase their confidence and strengthen their balance, strength and coordination.

RDA statistics from people using its service say that 76 per cent experience physical improvement and more enjoyment, 77 per cent have increased confidence and 82 per cent have better ability to build relationships and 68 per cent had improved communication.

Rowntree Therapy Limited is a non-for-profit organisation who aims to provide teaching, rehabilitation along with an equestrian experience for people with disabilities.

Portland College, a specialist college, residential care provider and Centre of Excellence for Autism in Mansfield, was planned to be the main user of the centre’s services if approved.

Police appeal after man was assaulted during altercation at Carlton petrol station forecourt

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Police appeal after man was assaulted during altercation at Carlton petrol station forecourt

Police are appealing for information after a man was assaulted during an altercation which spilled onto a petrol station forecourt in Carlton.

Officers were called after reports of people fighting at the Texaco in Westdale Lane East, Carlton.

According to reports, a man was assaulted in the street before the altercation moved onto the forecourt. A man was then assaulted by offenders who then left in a car.

A 42-year-old victim was found with extensive bleeding and swelling to his face following the incident which happened around 11.30pm on November 2. He was taken to hospital.

Following inquiries, officers arrested a 46-year-old man and a 14-year-old boy on suspicion of affray. They were both subsequently released on conditional bail while the investigation continues.

Despite the arrests, investigating officers are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed what happened or has dashcam or mobile phone footage which could aid them with their inquiries.

Detective Constable Adam Evans, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This assault happened on a busy street. We believe there will be people who were in the vicinity who may have information which could help us with our investigation.

“I’m encouraging them to come forward to help us get to the bottom of what happened. Any piece of information, no matter how big or small, might help us in taking appropriate action against those involved.”

Anyone with information is urged to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 802 of 2 November, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Bus firms reveal Christmas and New Year timetables for Gedling borough services

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Bus firms reveal Christmas and New Year timetables for Gedling borough services

Nottingham bus firms have revealed its Christmas and New Year timetable for services across Gedling borough.

Ahead of the festive period, the transport companies have confirmed no buses will operate on Christmas Day or Boxing Day

They have also revealed no services will run on New Year’s Day 2025.

Here is the travel firm’s full festive timetable from December 24 until January 4:

Regular Services

Full timetables for the Christmas and New Year period will be uploaded by the end of November.

  • Normal timetables up to and including Monday, December 23.
  • Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24 – Saturday timetable until 8pm.
  • Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25 – no service.
  • Boxing Day, Thursday, December 26 – no service.
  • Friday, December 27 – Saturday timetables
  • Saturday, December 28 – Normal Saturday timetables.
  • Sunday, December 29 – Normal Sunday timetables.
  • Monday, December 30 – Saturday timetables
  • New Year’s Eve, Tuesday, December 31 – Saturday timetable until 8pm
  • New Year’s Day, Wednesday, January 1 2025 – no service.
  • Thursday, January 2 2025 – Saturday timetables, except on Navy 49 which will operate to Monday to Friday times.
  • Friday, January 3 2025 – Saturday timetables
  • Saturday, January 4 2025 – Normal timetables resume.

NightBus Services – N26 and N34

  • No NightBuses will operate on New Year’s Eve 
  • N26 will operate as normal up to and including the night of Saturday, December 21 2024 into the morning of Sunday, December 22 2024. They will then resume on the night of Saturday, January 4 2025 into the morning of Sunday, January 5 2025.

Last Bus Times on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve

A Saturday timetable will operate on all routes on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve (except Navy 49 which will run to normal weekday times) with last buses by approx. 20:00. No NightBuses will operate on New Year’s Eve. 

The tables list the last bus for each individual route, showing the last bus to run the full route and any shorter journeys too. 

ServiceDestinationLast bus from City CentreLast bus from Destination shown to City Centre
24Victoria Retail Park17:5518:22
25Arnold19:4720:02
26Southwell (Norwood Gardens)19:1019:40
27Carlton20:0220:03
39Carlton Valley (Porchester Road)20:0020:13
44Gedling20:0020:00
50Victoria Retail Park19:3020:08
56Arnold19:3519:29
58Arnold19:4519:50
59Arnold19:5520:04
60Gedling, Chase Farm19:4520:13
61Calverton18:5519:13
79Arnold19:09 then 19:39 to Rise Park19:15
79AArnold18:39 then 19:39 to Rise Park18:45 then 19:45 to Bulwell
87Arnold19:2019:49
88Top Valley19:4520:08

the Calverton

Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25 – no service. 

Boxing Day, Thursday 26 December – no service

A Saturday service will resume between December 27 and 30, although there will be late weekday buses on the 30th..

New Year’s Eve, Tuesday 31 December 

Current Saturday service with special services available after 8pm including night owls.

Plans submitted to make Eagle Square permanent home for Arnold Market

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Plans submitted to make Eagle Square permanent home for Arnold Market

Proposals have been submitted to site Arnold Market permanently in Eagle Square.

The plans drawn up by Gedling Borough Council request the use of the land for the siting of 12 market stalls with a change of use application having been submitted.

Traders were first moved from the nearby town square in 2021 during the building of the £4m Arnold Market Place development.

Arnold Market is made up of stalls trading on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays selling products including fruit and veg, fashion and butchery and had been operating from the old Market Place for over 50 years.

It was recently announced the market would remain in Eagle Square until the end of 2026.

Back in 2022, traders said they now preferred being based in the Square.

Steve Bradley, 63, said: “It’s a lot better here and the public seems to have embraced it.

“I was indifferent to it at the time because nobody likes change and was a bit apprehensive, but it seems to have been a successful move because it’s central to the shops.

“It’s a lot better here, we were quite worried about the weather and wind but that’s proved to be manageable. I’d definitely prefer to stay here.”

Tony Smith, 62, also wanted the move to be made permanent.

He said: “I do like it here, it seems better and I want to stay here.

“I have already voiced that opinion to the council when we were asked. It’s more or less the same but there seems to be a bit more passing trade.

“We weren’t too keen to come here in the first place because we thought it might be too windy but there have been two winters now and the weather hasn’t been a problem.”

Colwick Park & Ride remains closed due to ‘illegal encampment’

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Colwick Park & Ride remains closed due to ‘illegal encampment’

A Park and Ride site in Colwick will remain closed today due to ‘an illegal encampment’.

In a social media post, Nottingham City Council, who operate the site, posted: “Colwick Park & Ride remains closed today – we apologise for the short notice.”

https://twitter.com/MyNottingham/status/1863488729530216813

The site is served by the NCT 44 and 50 services but won’t stop there while the park & ride remains closed.

The council said it will be ‘closed until further notice because of an illegal encampment’.

Carlton Tesco’s hosting donation drive to aid foodbank at Christmas

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Carlton Tesco’s hosting donation drive to aid foodbank at Christmas

A foodbank has linked up with the local Tesco for a big drive of food donations before Christmas.

As food banks continue to support record levels of people facing hunger and hardship this winter, Carlton Community Hub is urging shoppers to donate items to this year’s festive food drive.

They will be collecting today at the superstore between 10am and 3pm.

Gedling MP Micheal Payne will also be visiting the store to show his support.

You can learn mote about the foodbank here: https://www.hope-nottingham.org.uk/carlton-community-hub

Family pay tribute to ‘beloved’ Mapperley mum after fatal collision on A46

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Family pay tribute to ‘beloved’ Mapperley mum after fatal collision on A46

The family of a Mapperley woman who died in a crash on the A46 has paid tribute to her saying she will “forever be in our hearts”.

Emergency services were called to a collision involving two cars and a van near Screveton around 10.30pm last Saturday (23).

Forty-nine-year-old Sithembile Kona, of Mapperley, Nottingham, was pronounced dead at the scene despite the best efforts of emergency services who attended.

Her family has now released a tribute through one of the force’s Family Liaison Officers, who has been supporting them.

It said: “A beloved mother, daughter, sister and friend has sadly passed away. She is survived by her son, Kudakwashe, and mother in Zimbabwe.

“Her sudden passing is a devastating loss to her family and friends in the UK, Zimbabwe, and around the world.

“Our darling Sithembile, thank you for everything you have done for us.

“Forever in our hearts.”

Investigator Sarah Butler, of Nottinghamshire Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Our thoughts remain with Sithembile’s family and officers will continue to help them during this very difficult time.

“I would urge anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage to get in touch.”

Anyone who can assist should call police on 101, quoting incident number 643 of 23 November 2024, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

How Gedling borough’s MPs voted on historic assisted dying bill

David Bratton
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How Gedling borough’s MPs voted on historic assisted dying bill

History was made in Parliament yesterday as MPs backed proposals to legalise assisted dying.

Both Gedling borough Labour MPs Michael Payne and Michelle Welsh supported the bill.

In letters to constituents, both MPs outlined their reasons for backing the bill.

Payne wrote: “Having lost two family members to motor neurone disease, where there was no cure, where the pain and suffering was acute and where death was certain, I am persuaded by the argument that those diagnosed with a terminal illness, with fewer than six months to live, who have the agency to make that decision, should be able to request and be provided with assistance to make their own choice, subject to the safeguards and protections that this bill provides.”

Welsh wrote: “This is only the first vote on the Bill. At this stage, I remain undecided on how I will cast my final vote, but my current inclination is to support the Bill tomorrow to move the process to the next stage and to allow for more detailed secrutiny. Should the Bill pass tomorrow, this will not be the final decision.

“There will be further opportunities for MPs to vote on this matter.”

Members of all political parties were split by the controversial proposals but the second reading of the bill passed by with a 55-vote majority following a five-hour debate.

The vote agrees in principle that assisted dying should become legal in the UK for those with a terminal illness.

But there will be further scrutiny and examination before it returns to parliament with an amendment and then heads on to the House of Lords before it comes into law.

Out of the 650 MPs, 330 voted for and 275 voted against. Some 45 MPs abstained but the bill would have passed regardless of their decision.

Party whips allowed a free vote because of the sensitivity of the bill, meaning they could not pressure MPs to support or oppose the bill to follow the party line.

This led to voting being split across parties and a significant amount of debating in the lead-up with MPs weighing up the ethics around the bill.

Labour MPs largely voted in favour of the vote with 234 MPs voting for and 147 against.

Conservative MPs largely voted against the Bill with 92 MPs voting against and 23 for.

Liberal Democrats MPs largely voted in favour of the Bill with 61 MPs voting for and 11 against.

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