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Taking on life’s challenges – tips for building resilience

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Taking on life’s challenges – tips for building resilience

Resilience is the ability to adapt and recover from life’s challenges, maintaining mental and emotional strength in the face of adversity. It is not about avoiding difficulties, but rather about how you respond to them. Developing resilience is crucial because it enables you to face setbacks with confidence and emerge stronger. This trait isn’t something you’re born with; it is a skill that can be cultivated over time through experience, self-reflection, and adopting certain habits.

Building resilience involves understanding your emotional responses and learning how to manage them effectively. This process starts with recognising that setbacks and obstacles are a natural part of life. By acknowledging this, you can approach challenges with a mindset focused on growth rather than defeat. With each challenge you face, your ability to bounce back and maintain a positive outlook improves, ultimately contributing to your overall well-being and mental health.

Financial Stability is a Key Component of Resilience

When you have a solid financial foundation, it becomes easier to face unexpected challenges without the added stress of monetary worries. Having savings set aside for emergencies, keeping debt under control, and budgeting effectively are practical steps that can strengthen your financial position. These habits provide a sense of security, allowing you to focus on resolving issues without the constant concern of financial strain.

Achieving financial stability involves careful planning and disciplined spending. It’s important to regularly review your financial situation, assess your income and expenses, and make adjustments where necessary. Building an emergency fund can offer peace of mind, knowing that you have a safety net in place for unforeseen circumstances. By taking control of your finances, you empower yourself to handle life’s challenges with greater confidence and less anxiety. This financial resilience not only supports your ability to recover from setbacks but also enhances your overall quality of life by reducing stress.

Legal Protection and Ensuring Your Rights Are Safeguarded

Protecting your legal rights is a crucial aspect of resilience that is often overlooked. When faced with legal challenges, having the right support can make a significant difference in how you manage the situation. Knowing your rights and having access to legal aid solicitors can help you navigate complex legal issues more effectively. Whether it’s a dispute, a financial concern, or any other legal matter, having expert advice ensures that you are not alone in your struggle.

Understanding the legal aspects of any situation empowers you to make informed decisions. It is important to be proactive in seeking legal advice when necessary, ensuring that your rights are protected at all times. Legal aid solicitors provide valuable assistance, particularly when you are facing financial difficulties or when the stakes are high. Their support can relieve some of the burdens during challenging times, allowing you to focus on recovery and moving forward with your life. In essence, having legal protection in place is a key part of resilience. Legal support can give you the strength to face life’s biggest challenges.

How Your Support Networks Build Your Resilience

Support networks are vital. They provide emotional, psychological, and sometimes even practical assistance during tough times. Whether it is friends, family, or community groups, having people to rely on can make all the difference when facing challenges. These connections offer a sense of belonging and understanding, helping you to feel less isolated and more capable of handling difficult situations.

Strong support networks also encourage you to express your feelings and share your experiences, which can be therapeutic in itself. They provide different perspectives, advice, and sometimes solutions that you might not have considered on your own. Building and maintaining these connections is an investment in your mental and emotional resilience, ensuring that you have the support you need when life becomes overwhelming.

Top Mental Tools for Staying Grounded

Mindfulness and meditation are powerful tools that can help you stay grounded during challenging times. By focusing on the present moment, mindfulness allows you to reduce stress and anxiety, enabling you to respond to difficulties with clarity and calmness. Regular meditation practice can improve your mental health by fostering a sense of inner peace, helping you to maintain emotional balance even in the face of adversity.

Incorporating mindfulness into your daily routine doesn’t require extensive time or effort. Simple practices such as deep breathing, mindful walking, or taking a few minutes each day to focus on your thoughts and feelings can make a significant difference. Over time, these practices help you build resilience by improving your ability to cope with stress and uncertainty. Meditation, in particular, has been shown to enhance concentration and emotional stability, making it easier to face challenges with a clear and focused mind.

How to Stay Positive in the Face of Life’s Uncertainties

Maintaining a positive outlook in the face of uncertainty is crucial for building resilience. While it’s natural to feel anxious when things don’t go as planned, focusing on the positives can help you navigate through difficult times with greater ease. Positivity doesn’t mean ignoring problems; rather, it involves recognising challenges while keeping a hopeful and optimistic mindset. This approach can reduce stress and encourage creative problem-solving.

One way to cultivate positivity is by practising gratitude. Taking time each day to reflect on what you’re thankful for can shift your focus away from what’s going wrong and towards what’s going well. Surrounding yourself with positive influences, such as supportive friends and uplifting activities, also helps reinforce a constructive attitude.

How Physical Health Impacts Mental Resilience

Regular exercise, a balanced diet, and adequate sleep are foundational to maintaining a strong and healthy mind. Physical activity, in particular, has been proven to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, boost mood, and improve overall mental well-being. When your body feels good, it’s easier to handle stress and bounce back from setbacks.

Prioritising physical health also means listening to your body and understanding its needs. This includes staying hydrated, eating nutritious meals, and ensuring you get enough rest. When you take care of your body, you’re not just improving your physical fitness but also reinforcing your mental resilience. The mind and body are deeply interconnected. Nurturing both equips you with the strength and energy you need to tackle problems head-on.

Building resilience is a continuous process that requires attention to various aspects of your life. By prioritising your mental, emotional, and physical well-being, you can better equip yourself to handle life’s challenges. Your resilience is not just about surviving; it is about thriving, no matter what life throws your way.

Killisick Junior School maintains ‘Good’ rating as Ofsted praises high standards and caring environment.

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Killisick Junior School maintains ‘Good’ rating as Ofsted praises high standards and caring environment.

Ofsted has once again recognised a school in Arnold for its high standards, maintaining its Good rating following the latest inspection.

Killisick Junior School was praised for its welcoming, supportive environment. Inspectors described it as a “happy and caring school with high expectations of pupils’ achievements.”

Inspectors who visited the school on October 8 and 9 found that pupils are enthusiastic about learning and are supported by committed staff. Parents also believe this, with one describing Killisick Junior as “a wonderful school at the heart of the community.”

Photograph: Adults back row 4th from left is Mrs Karen Carpenter, Deputy Headteacher, seated centre left Richard Jones Headteacher next to Mrs Rachel Makey Chair of Governors

Headteacher Richard Jones expressed pride in the school’s accomplishments and credited staff, students, and the community for the positive report.

“This result is a testament to the ongoing hard work of everyone to make Killisick Junior School the very best place for children to learn.”

Inspectors said the school is committed to providing the “best school experience possible,” and pupils feel safe there.

Jeremiah, a year 6 pupil, said, “I feel very, very good! Our teachers help us in lessons if we don’t know how to answer a question. Our teachers are good, some of them are funny, and they are all hardworking!”

Safeguarding and Governance at the school were found to be effective, with staff reporting to be proud to work there and well supported in both their workload and well-being.

Jones said, “Every decision we make has the children’s best interest at heart. We are truly honoured to serve our community and want to thank our parents and carers for their continued support.”

To read the full Ofsted report, click here.

Government set to order review into ‘disproportionate’ train fare prosecutions

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Government set to order review into ‘disproportionate’ train fare prosecutions

The Government is planning an independent review of rail fare prosecutions and enforcement following claims that train operators are taking disproportionate action.

Transport Secretary Louise Haigh is expected to announce today (13) that regulator the Office of Rail and Road will analyse how suspected fare evasion is handled.

The regulator will assess whether ticketing terms and conditions are clear for passengers and when prosecution is appropriate.

It is understood that Ms Haigh is not seeking to prevent operators taking action against people who deliberately avoid paying the correct fare.

The regulator assess whether ticketing terms and conditions are clear for passengers and when prosecution is appropriate

A number of recent cases of passengers being prosecuted over small amounts of money have been highlighted in the media.

Last month, government-owned Northern dropped all action against engineering graduate Sam Williamson, who was reported to the operator’s prosecutions and debt recovery department for using his 16-25 railcard for travel on a service to Manchester.

Mr Williamson faced prosecution for paying £1.90 less than he should have done despite admitting his error and offering to pay a fine or a new fare, prompting widespread criticism of Northern.

The Department for Transport instructed the company to review its ticketing policy to ensure it was clear and fair to passengers and asked it to examine details of similar cases.

Northern responded by withdrawing all live prosecutions against those pursued in similar circumstances and promised to review historical cases.

The terms and conditions of Mr Williamson’s railcard specified the discount was only valid for on-peak services where the original fare was £12 or more. However, despite the small-print, he was able to buy a ticket that informed him he could travel at “anytime”.

‘UNACCEPTABLE’: Gedling MP Michael Payne raises concerns over proposed library changes on last day for public to have say

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‘UNACCEPTABLE’: Gedling MP Michael Payne raises concerns over proposed library changes on last day for public to have say

Gedling’s MP has expressed serious concerns over a council’s proposals to introduce a tier system for the borough’s libraries that could see some closed and replaced with mobile services or ‘pop-up’ facilities staffed by volunteers.

Residents have also voiced their fears after it was revealed last month that Carlton Hill, Gedling and Woodthorpe libraries would be put placed in the bottom tier and become either access points, pop-up facilities or mobile libraries all staffed by volunteers.

Now Michael Payne, who was elected as Gedling’s MP earlier this year, has written to share concerns with Nottinghamshire County Council‘s chief executive Adrian Smith about the changes and also lack of publicity around a public consultation.

In the letter, shared on social media, he wrote that plans to mobilise or create replacement pop up libraries in the borough would be ‘an unacceptable step’.

The letter from Michael Payne MP to NCC’s chief executive Adrian Smith over library plans
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Under new proposals the borough libraries would be placed in a tier system (PHOTO: Adobe Stock)

He wrote: “The residents I serve wish to see their libraries invested in and neither they nor I would be supportive of any downgrading of the public libraries across Gedling.

He also said that any reduction in hours at five of the borough’s other libraries would ‘also be unacceptable’.

Mr Payne wrote that concerns had been raised by residents over a delay in publicising the consultation over changes through the council’s official social media channels.

MP Michael Payne said that the changes would be ‘unacceptable’ if they went ahead

“Given the significance of this consultation, residents expected wider more high-profile publicity regarding this consultation.”

The Gedling MP also urged people living in the borough to take part in the consultation, which closes today.

“If you love our libraries, now is the time to speak up. Tell Nottinghamshire County Council how you feel about these potential closures and reductions in service.

The council’s consultation on the proposals ends on November 13.

When proposals were announced last month, Councillor Scott Carlton, Cabinet Member for Communities and Public Health at Nottinghamshire County Council, said: “Our libraries are welcoming places to meet, borrow, learn, discover and celebrate.

But said the new strategy ‘reflects the changing needs’ of library users while ensuring financial sustainability.

Mystery over headstone dedicated to “little princess” found at Arnold nature reserve

Emily Sanchez
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Mystery over headstone dedicated to “little princess” found at Arnold nature reserve

Mystery surrounds a headstone discovered in an Arnold nature reserve by a dog walker.

Gedling Borough Council were asked to investigate after the memorial was spotted in Hobbucks Nature Reserve by walker Laura Dores who was worried it might have been stolen.

She appealed for information on social media following her discovery.

She wrote: “I was walking my dog up the Hobbucks Nature Reserve, a place I walk most days with her and came across this headstone.

“I’ve never seen it before, and I hope to God it’s not been stolen, moved here and dumped.

“But, incase it has been, I’d like to raise awareness and hopefully get it back to where this baby sleeps.”

Gedling Borough Councillor for Coppice ward Henry Wheeler spotted the post and asked the authority to investigate.

A spokesman for the council quickly responded after carrying out an investigation.

They said: “We have no record, either burial or ashes, at any of our cemeteries in that ‘name’ and without a ‘date of death’ there is no other way of searching the records.

“If it had been removed from one of our cemeteries it would have been noticed, and the stone would have the name of the mason and date of installation on the back. This one doesn’t, which shows it was never approved by us.

“It may be that someone placed it up there originally with ashes as they liked the area and since then it’s been moved by ‘local children’”

The council said no ashes were found after rodding and the site doesn’t appear to have been recently dug,

“We will remove the stone and store it in the depot for safe keeping,” they added.

“We will place a laminated sign on a post in its place in the short-term stating: the memorial stone placed here has been removed and placed in storage by the landowners, having been placed without authorisation.”

The council is now appealing for information and asked the owner of the memorial to call: 0115 901 3901 to arrange for its collection.

East Midlands Railway’s ‘extreme’ decision to shut Nottingham Station footbridge criticised

Joe Locker (LDR Reporter)
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East Midlands Railway’s ‘extreme’ decision to shut Nottingham Station footbridge criticised

A rail firm’s decision to temporarily shut the footbridge at Nottingham Station has been called “extreme” by the leader of the City Council – who is meeting bosses today to voice concerns about the change.

East Midlands Railway (EMR) stopped all access to platforms one to six from the footbridge, which connects Station Street to Queen’s Road, at the end of October.

The station is used by hundreds of people from the borough who alight trains from Burton Joyce, Carlton and Netherfield stations.

EMR says the trialled closure, which will run until November 17, is being done to tackle fare evasion.

Mohammad Khal who is is a taxi driver in Nottingham said customers now don’t know where the taxis are because we are already well-hidden (PHOTO:LDRS)
The footbridge which gave passengers access to platforms one to six was restricted by EMR at the end of November (PHOTO:LDRS)

However leader of Nottingham City Council, Cllr Neghat Khan (Lab), said she was “disappointed” by the lack of communication from the rail firm before the closure.

She told the Local Democracy Reporting Service: “I contacted the Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward, and also contacted the MPs, to make them aware and said ‘lets write a joint letter to say it is unacceptable’.

“This seems like a really extreme thing to do. I don’t think you take this kind of dramatic action without thinking of the consequences.

“I have been inundated with emails from taxi drivers, residents, local businesses, because it is having a massive impact for them.”

Cllr Khan said she would be meeting directors from EMR on Tuesday (November 12) to discuss the issue.

Nottingham’s black cab drivers, who are now based in Trent Street, said the station’s side entrance had been a key part of their business.

Cllr Khan said she would be meeting directors from EMR today to discuss the issue

Hackney Carriage drivers were originally based at a drop-off point inside Nottingham Railway Station, off Carrington Street, before a £50m revamp around a decade ago.

The taxi rank was then moved to Station Street for a short period before it was pedestrianised.

Black cab driver Mohammad Khal said: “Customers are coming out of the station, the main entrance, and they don’t know where the taxis are because we are already well-hidden. This entrance was our living.

“We hope that the authorities consider the spaces for taxis. Normally every other station has it right where people are coming out of the station.”

Chander Sood, of the Nottingham City Hackney Carriage Owners & Drivers Association, said they had already suffered as a result of a number of changes to the location of their rank over the last decade.

“We’ve never been consulted,” he said.

“We are a main stakeholder. They should come to us and say, look, we are going to have a consultation. We always get told take it or leave it.

“You can see the distance [to the main entrance]. If any person is in a wheelchair, how are they going to come down with excessive luggage?

“Senior citizens, if someone has walking difficulties, with their luggage, it could be my grandparents, your grandparents.”

The specific concerns of the taxi drivers, and lack of consultation with stakeholders, were put to EMR.

EMR did not respond to them directly.

In a statement, Philippa Cresswell, Customer Service Director at East Midlands Railway, said: “Sadly, there is a minority of determined people who think they can travel for free and have been using the overhead bridge to avoid paying.

“We have a duty to protect revenue – which is ultimately taxpayers’ money and fare-paying customer’s money – and have been forced to run this pilot to prevent access to the platforms via the station’s footbridge.

“The right of way connecting Station Street and Queen’s Road will remain open, as will the access to the tram stop on Station Street. The pilot will finish on Sunday, 17 November and we will be reviewing all the feedback to understand its effectiveness.”

NHS to offer ‘game-changing’ pill to those wanting to give up smoking

David Bratton
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NHS to offer ‘game-changing’ pill to those wanting to give up smoking

The NHS is to start offering a ‘game-changing’ stop smoking pill to those in Gedling borough who want to quit cigarettes.

NHS England say Varenicline is more effective than nicotine-replacement gum or patches, and as effective as vapes in helping people to stop smoking.

The daily pill helps reduce cravings and the pleasurable effects of nicotine that keep people addicted.

It also helps with withdrawal symptoms such as irritability or sleeping problems and patients who are usually prescribed a 12-week course.

It’s estimated it could help more than 85,000 people per year and prevent up to 9,500 smoking-related deaths over the next five years, according to University College London (UCL).

Varenicline will become another option for people using NHS stop smoking services in England.

A branded version of the smoking cessation pill – known as Champix – was previously prescribed, but then withdrawn by manufacturers Pfizer in 2021 after an impurity was discovered.

However, the NHS said a generic version of the drug, from pharmaceutical firm Teva UK, has now been approved as safe by the Medicines Health and Regulatory Authority (MHRA).

Supplying varenicline is part of an effort to make more effective treatments available while saving more than £500m for the taxpayer, said NHS England chief executive Amanda Pritchard.

In a speech later, she will say the pill could be “a game-changer” for smokers.

Health Secretary Wes Streeting said varenicline would save lives and millions of pounds for the NHS.

Dr Ian Walker, Cancer Research UK’s policy chief praised the move.

“It’s great news that the NHS is making varenicline an option for people trying to quit,” he said.

“Along with funding for cessation services, making tools like this available will help more people stop smoking.”

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…

Meadow Lane, Burton Joyce
12 November – 25 November
Road closure
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Belvoir Road, Netherfield
12 November – 13 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Daisy Road, Mapperley
13 November – 14 November
Road closure for preventative maintenance – carriageway patching along various sections of the road.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Colwick Loop Road, Colwick, Nottinghamshire
13 November – 15 November
Delays possible due to lane closure to carry out surveys
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Hallams Lane, Arnold
13 November – 14 November
Roadworks, Delays possible as Cadent are carrying out Emergency gas repair works. Responsibility for works: Cadent

Private Road No 1, Colwick
13 November – 15 November
Delays possible due to lane closure on Private Road No.1 junction with A612 Colwick Loop Road.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Victoria Road, Netherfield
13 November – 15 November
Delays possible dude to lane closure to carry out surveys for proposed works
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Roadworks

Baslow Avenue, Carlton
13 November – 22 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: National Grid

Foxhill Road Central, Carlton
14 November – 29 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Arnold Lane, Gedling
15 November
Roadworks, Delays likely
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Forester Grove, Carlton
15 November – 30 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: National Grid

Orchard Park, Mapperley
16 November – 18 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Carlton Hill, Carlton
17 November
Roadworks, Delays likely
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Mansfield Road, Papplewick
17 November
Delays possible due to lane closure between Burntstump junction and Forest Lane Junction
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Mansfield Road, Arnold
17 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Forester Road, Carlton
18 November – 22 November
Road closure
Responsibility for works: National Grid

Nottingham Road, Ravenshead
19 November – 19 November
Delays likely due to lane closure
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Westdale Lane East, Gedling
20 November – 29 November
Roadworks, Delays likely
Responsibility for works: National Grid

Westdale Lane West, Mapperley
13 November – 15 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

How tube laser cutting improves efficiency and helps to reduce waste

Graham Finch
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How tube laser cutting improves efficiency and helps to reduce waste

In today’s world of manufacturing, speed is key to staying competitive, and being environmentally friendly is important for business operations’ competitiveness and longevity. Tube laser cutting technology plays a role in these advancements by effectively cutting metal tubes and profiles. Exploring its advantages can give us insight into how this innovation reshapes sectors that depend heavily on engineering processes. 

Understanding Tube Laser Cutting

Tube laser cutting uses a laser beam to slice through metal tubes. It is popular for industries needing precise cuts, such as the automotive and aerospace sectors and construction projects. Unlike other cutting techniques, laser cutting is contactless, which means there is no physical contact between the tool and the material being cut. This feature reduces tool wear and maintenance requirements while eliminating contamination risk. 

Reducing Material Waste

Tube laser cutting offers a benefit by cutting down on material waste compared to traditional methods of cutting that usually lead to leftover scraps and excess waste due to precision issues or cutting constraints. Unlike some other methods, like plasma, flame, waterjet and mechanical cutting, that produce imprecise cuts with wide kerfs, laser cutting delivers precise cuts with minimal kerfs. This technology enables nesting, allowing them to be automatically pieced together in combination, reducing the number of cuttings, improving the cutting efficiency, and reducing the waste of tubes. 

Enhanced Precision and Consistency

Tube laser cutting provides accuracy compared to other methods of cutting materials. The focused beam of the laser enables clean cuts without the drawbacks commonly seen in mechanical cutting processes like tool deterioration and material deformation. This level of precision ensures that components remain consistently uniform across manufacturing cycles—a factor in sectors where precision is paramount for product effectiveness and excellence. 

Speed and Efficiency

Tube laser cutting is well known for its speed and accuracy due to the integration of automation and computer-assisted designs that streamline the manufacturing process. This effectively cut down on production time significantly. This enhanced efficiency results in order completions and the capability to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality. As a result, manufacturers can boost their production capacity and maintain competitiveness by delivering solutions promptly. 

Versatility in Design

Tube laser cutting offers remarkable flexibility, especially when working with complex shapes and designs. Unlike traditional cutting methods like saws or shears, laser cutting can easily handle intricate patterns on metal or plastic tubes that would otherwise be difficult or impossible to achieve. By incorporating features for cuts and shaping along with profiling options, such as creating specific curves or patterns, makers can push the boundaries of innovation and craft more elaborate products.

Lower Energy Consumption

Even though tube laser cutting machines are considered technology tools, they are often more energy efficient than cutting and machining equipment commonly used in industry settings. Their ability to harness energy efficiently and operate at speeds contributes to reduced energy consumption levels, leading to cost savings and minimising environmental impact. This efficiency doesn’t just bring advantages for manufacturers. 

Minimised Setup Time

Tube laser cutting saves a lot of time due to its setup process compared to methods that need different setups for each cut or long preparatory steps for each job. Changeover in tube laser cutters happens swiftly with minimal downtime. This flexibility is especially useful for custom projects or handling multiple small batch orders. Manufacturers appreciate the enhanced versatility that enables them to manage various project needs effectively. 

Eco-Friendly Production

Emphasising sustainability is increasingly important in today’s world, where tube laser cutting stands out for its manufacturing approaches that help minimise waste and energy use while maintaining top-notch production quality standards. These enable businesses to reduce their carbon footprint and positively attract environmentally conscious market sectors. 

Cost Effectiveness

Investing in tube laser cutting services can be a cost-effective solution, especially for businesses that don’t need to own the machinery themselves. For lower volumes or specialised projects, it often makes more sense to turn to an experienced service provider who can handle the job efficiently.

Laser cutting reduces material waste and energy consumption, helping to lower costs per part and improve overall production efficiency. Plus, with the durability and precision of laser cutting technology, you can expect consistent, high-quality results without the maintenance concerns that come with traditional cutting methods.

Conclusion

Tube laser cutting has become a valuable asset in manufacturing, offering significant improvements in efficiency and precision over traditional methods. Its accuracy, speed, and versatility enable manufacturers to achieve intricate designs while minimising waste and reducing costs. As industries continue to evolve, the role of laser tube cutting is becoming more prominent in meeting complex market demands. By providing a precise and efficient cutting solution, this technology helps companies stay competitive in an increasingly demanding global market.

Council to bring back landlord licensing scheme in Netherfield to boost housing quality across town

Emily Sanchez
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Council to bring back landlord licensing scheme in Netherfield to boost housing quality across town

A property licensing scheme is set to be reintroduced in Netherfield in a bid to improve housing quality across the town.

Gedling Borough Council is relaunching the scheme, known as Selective Licensing, that makes it mandatory for landlords to have licences for each of their private rented properties.

The scheme was successfully launched in 2018 in Netherfield, and was expanded to Colwick, Carlton Hill, Daybrook and Newstead Village in November 2022.

The Netherfield scheme ended in September 2023 and, following a consultation, the council now plans to make the ward a selective licensing area again. 

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Over 81% of properties inspected in Netherfield by the council were found to contain hazards that required work to protect the health and safety of the tenant.

The new designation covering Netherfield begins on January 5, 2025 and will run until January 4, 2030. The council is now accepting applications, which can be submitted online through the Selective Licensing page on the council’s website.

The licence requires that licence holders manage their properties effectively and safely. The council will work with landlords and residents to improve the area but where necessary use the licensing conditions and enforcement powers to bring about improvements.

“We helped over dozens of residents with improvements, and we are confident that the scheme will be a success again.”  – Leader of Gedling Borough Council, Councillor John Clarke MBE

Selective Licensing can be applied in areas where there is deprivation, high levels of antisocial behaviour, high levels of crime, high levels of migration and poor housing conditions. The licensing gives the council’s Environmental Health team powers to do more when landlords are not taking steps to deal with issues relating to property standards and management. 

The scheme, which ran from 2018 – 2023 in Netherfield, was hailed as a success with 662 landlords applying for a licence. Over 81% of properties inspected by the council were found to contain hazards that required work to protect the health and safety of the tenant.

52 properties inspected had imminent hazards around areas such as fire safety and inadequate fire protection or detection, which all required immediate action. Civil penalty notices were also issued in relation to twenty-two properties for failing to apply for a licence.

Leader of Gedling Borough Council, Councillor John Clarke MBE said the scheme had brought about some ‘incredible improvements’ to living standards.

He said: “Selective Licensing reduces hazards, makes homes safer and helps landlords to ensure private properties are being well managed and maintained.

“We carried out a consultation with landlords and we have taken their comments and feedback into consideration.

“We helped over dozens of residents with improvements, and we are confident that the scheme will be a success again.”  

You can find out more about the scheme by visiting: www.gedling.gov.uk/resident/housing/selectivelicensing/

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