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Why does bingo appeal to the masses?

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Why does bingo appeal to the masses?

Bingo is said to have originated in Italy in the 1500s and boomed in popularity during the 20th century. Now, “over three million people play bingo regularly in the UK” with the total prize money to date at over £1 billion.

So what exactly makes bingo appeal to the masses? Here, we explore several reasons why bingo remains popular across Britain.

It’s easy to play

One of the reasons why bingo appeals to a wide audience is that it’s straightforward. The game is simple, the rules are easy to follow and there are prizes and jackpots to be won – making it exciting!

Essentially, players are given cards with numbered squares. During the game, the caller or computer program randomly selects numbers, typically up to 75 or 90. If the chosen number is on your card, you mark it off.

The winner is the first person to get five numbers in a row or complete the whole scorecard.

It’s easy and enjoyable to play whether you’re a regular or a beginner.

You can play online or in person

Today, you have the option to take part in person at a local hall or play online bingo on a reputable site. With different ways to play, bingo is now accessible to a much wider audience.

If you’re keen to get out and sit with like-minded players from your local community, then playing in person may be perfect for you.

Or, if you have a busy lifestyle and want to play at a time and place to suit your schedule, you can play online. Simply set up an account and play at home or while you’re out and about.

Whether you download an app or play on a website, you’ll gain access to a huge range of games and can manage your account on the go.

Bingo is a social game

Players may be drawn to bingo as it’s a social game that allows you to connect with others. If you head to a bingo hall, you’ll have the opportunity to catch up with friends and family members or meet and get to know new people.

Many clubs offer more than bingo too – with some putting on live entertainment and serving food and drinks. This makes it a great place to meet up with your nearest and dearest.

While physical bingo halls are set up for socialising, so are online sites. Today, many apps and websites have communities of players that natter in online chatrooms.

There are many reasons why bingo appeals to the masses. It’s social, easy to play and can be enjoyed either in person or online. Do you think bingo will continue to be popular in the years to come?

Gedling MP Michael Payne writes to Bonmarché boss after concerns raised about potential Arnold store closure

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Gedling MP Michael Payne writes to Bonmarché boss after concerns raised about potential Arnold store closure

Newly-elected Gedling MP Michael Payne has written to the boss of retailer Bonmarché after it was revealed their Arnold store could be under the threat of closure due to a rise in rent.

Mr Payne said the closure of the store on Front Street would be ‘a huge loss to the high street’.

In a letter shared on social media to the retail director of Bonmarché Amanda Waterfield the Gedling MP said he had been contacted by constituents concerned following rumours the retailer would be leaving the town following an increase in rent on the shop unit.

He wrote: “I ask you to explore all available options to maintain the store’s presence in Arnold. The potential loss of this store from our local high street would significantly impact our community’.

Gedling MP Michael Payne said the store’s closure would be ‘a huge loss to the high street’.
THE MP’s letter to the retail director of Bonmarché Amanda Waterfield in full

Mr Payne added he was ‘committed’ to keeping Bonmarché open in Arnold.

In a post on social media, the MP added: “I have written to the retail director of Bonmarché regarding the risk of closure of their store on Front Street, Arnold. The retailer has been in Arnold for many years and would be a huge loss to the high street. I am also aware the local staff have worked tirelessly to make the business successful whilst providing a good service to local shoppers.”

The chain is famous for flogging fashionable clothing on the cheap, paying particular attention to larger sizes.

It recently announced plans to close its store on Grantham High Street in Lincolnshire.

Bonmarché has been contacted for comment.

Burglar spotted running through Woodthorpe Park with stolen items is jailed

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Burglar spotted running through Woodthorpe Park with stolen items is jailed

A repeat burglar has been jailed after he was spotted running through Woodthorpe Park with stolen items before being found by police hiding in a garden.

Adrian Johnson, aged 44, was seen running through the park on July 3 this year holding two laptop computers and carrying a large carrier bag.

Police were called and moments later were also informed of a break-in at a property in nearby The Rise.

After a search of the local area Johnson was tracked to the garden of a property in Danethorpe Vale and – after a brief confrontation with Police Dog Mack – gave himself up.

Police dog Mack found the suspect hiding in a garden

The stolen laptops were recovered on the ground, along with a bag containing multiple items of jewellery and stolen watches.

Johnson, who has previous convictions for theft, burglary and motoring offences, appeared at Nottingham Crown Court on Tuesday and pleaded guilty to burglary.

He also admitted to stealing other items from a shop in Nottingham’s Victoria Centre earlier on the same day.

Johnson, of no fixed address, was jailed for three years.

Police Investigator Cait Ehrich, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This was a great bit of work by the officers on the scene and the two members of the public who called this job in.

“Johnson is a repeat offender who clearly has very little respect for other people’s property, and I am pleased he has now been returned to jail.”

Gedling Crematorium could be named best in country at upcoming awards night

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Gedling Crematorium could be named best in country at upcoming awards night

Gedling Crematorium could be named the best in the country in September after being shortlisted as a finalist in the prestigious Good Funeral Awards 2024.

Gedling Crematorium is part of Westerleigh Group, one of the UK’s largest independent owners and operators of crematoria and cemeteries, with 40 sites across England, Scotland and Wales.

Three of the four finalists in the coveted Crematorium of the Year category are from Westerleigh Group, including Great Glen Crematorium in Leicestershire and the current award holders, West Berkshire Crematorium.

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PICTURED: Gedling Crematorium

Debbie Smith, CEO of Westerleigh Group, said: “To be shortlisted as a finalist for the title of Crematorium of the Year in such highly respected awards is something we are very proud of.

“I’d like to congratulate everyone at Gedling Crematorium for being selected as finalists and thank our industry partners for making this nomination. 

“All of us at Westerleigh Group are very proud of the team at Gedling; whatever happens at the awards evening in September, you’re already winners in our eyes.

“Ultimately, the real winners are the families we support because this nomination reinforces our belief about the consistent quality of our facilities, our services and of course, our people.”

Gedling Crematorium Manager Giulia McDonough said: “Having a chance to be named crematorium of the year is a huge honour for myself and the team.

“We are privileged to be recognised for our contribution to our families and local community and want to thank everyone for their nominations and continued support.”

To find out more about Gedling Crematorium and the exceptional care it provides, visit: https://www.gedlingcrematorium.co.uk

Council consulting on plans to expand chimney smoke ban across whole of Gedling borough

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Council consulting on plans to expand chimney smoke ban across whole of Gedling borough

Gedling Borough Council has begun a consultation on proposals to expand its crackdown on smoke in the borough as part of air quality improvement measures.

The Clean Air Act 1993 gives local authorities the power to create a ‘smoke control order’ with restrictions on the emission of smoke from chimneys attached to residential buildings.

Gedling borough currently has a smoke control order in place covering most of the urban area as well as Calverton, Newstead and Bestwood villages.

The order allows officers to issue a financial penalty of between £175 and £300 when they witness the emission of smoke from a chimney PHOTO: Adobe Stock

It allows officers to issue a financial penalty of between £175 and £300 when they witness the emission of smoke from a chimney, regardless of the appliance being used or the type of fuel burned.

But the current order doesn’t cover the villages of Ravenshead, Linby, Papplewick, Lambley, Woodborough, Burton Joyce and Stoke Bardolph and the surrounding countryside.

The council is now considering revoking the existing smoke control orders and replacing them with a single smoke control order, which will cover the entire borough.

During a previous consultation back in autumn 2023 concerns were raised by residents who have wood as their primary source of heating or, those that supplement their heating with a wood burning stove.

The council have now said there needs to be a balance between the environmental and health benefits of the proposal – cutting particulate emissions – and any potential harm caused by the economic impacts for residents.

A spokesman said: “Whilst the Clean Air Act and DEFRA guidance indicates that any visible smoke from a domestic chimney in a smoke control area would be a breach of the legislation there is clearly a need for a fair and proportionate approach to both parties involved.”

The council have said that submitted comments during the first consultation will be taken into account but residents are free to comment again

Residents can take part in the consultation, which closes on September 27 via https://gedlingmaps.gedling.gov.uk/portal/apps/storymaps/stories/5c38be57f121420eb6008ec0962beeb4

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…

Church Road, Burton Joyce
12 August – 13 August
Roadworks and delays likely
Responsibility for works: Virgin Media

Flatts Lane, Calverton
08 August
Roadworks and delays likely due to road closure between junctions with Mansfield Lane and the southern junction with James Drive
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Neville Road, Calverton
07 August – 09 August
Roadworks and delays likely due to road closure from junction of Spindle View to end of road.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Ollerton Road, Arnold
08 August – 10 August
Roadworks and delays likely
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Acton Road, Arnold
08 August – 10 August
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Bestwood Lodge Drive, Arnold
12 August – 14 August
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Burnor Pool, Calverton
13 August – 16 August
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Cameo Close, Colwick,
08 August – 09 August
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Foxhill Road Central, Carlton
08 August – 13 August
Roadworks, Delays possible to repair possible sink hole due to damaged pipe.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Front Street, Arnold
11 August – 11 August
Roadworks, Delays possible
Traffic management: Lane closure
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Georges Lane, Calverton
11 August – 11 August
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Gleneagles Drive, Arnold
12 August – 16 August
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Lambley Lane, Gedling
08 August – 09 August
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Maplebeck Road, Arnold
06 August – 07 August
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Marshall Hill Drive, Mapperley
07 August – 09 August
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Mayfield Road, Carlton
10 August – 11 August
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Moor Road, Bestwood
07 August – 07 August
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Poplar Close, Carlton
06 August – 07 August
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Radcliffe Gardens, Carlton
08 August – 12 August
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Station Road, Carlton
11 August
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Westdale Lane East, Gedling
12 August
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Gedling borough residents to choose where offenders carry out Immediate Justice reparation work

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Gedling borough residents to choose where offenders carry out Immediate Justice reparation work

A new service is giving local residents across Gedling borough the chance to choose where antisocial behaviour offenders carry out immediate justice reparation work.

The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Nottinghamshire (OPCC) has teamed up with SocietyWorks to create a new dedicated web page powered by FixMyStreet Pro where people can pinpoint locations across the borough that are in need of a clean-up.

These suggestions will then be assessed and, if suitable, will be targeted for community reparation work by offenders who are referred into the Immediate Justice scheme.

The free online reporting service asks users for a location, a photo of the area in question, and a few simple details.

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Angela Dixon, managing director at SocietyWorks, said: “The technology behind FixMyStreet Pro was built to make it as easy as possible for anyone to help care for their community by reporting local street-based problems to the correct authority.

“We support this innovative use of the software that further enables a positive feedback loop of civic engagement and participation.”

The Immediate Justice project, which is being led by the OPCC, launched in early January and aims to ensure people who commit antisocial behaviour or low-level offences are made to clean up local streets or take part in other positive community activities – as soon as possible from their offence.

Nottinghamshire’s OPCC is one of 16 PCC areas selected to pilot the antisocial behaviour Immediate Justice projects.

Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner, Gary Godden said: “Improving neighbourhood policing and providing the teams on the streets with the tools they need is one of my key priorities.

“This initiative provides a unique way of dealing with people who commit antisocial behaviour, or low-level offences and ensures they can reflect on their actions while being able to give back to the community within days of their behaviour

“We want to show communities in a very visible way that antisocial behaviour is being treated seriously and with urgency, whilst also acting as a deterrent to others.”

In its first six months in operation, the scheme has seen over 200 referrals from more than 30 force-wide departments and 31 different types of antisocial behaviour.

It is only available to eligible first-time or low-level offenders and gives them an alternative to going to court or paying fines – by spending a set amount of time repairing the harm they have caused to communities.

Reparatory activities have taken place across Nottinghamshire, in locations ranging from public spaces, parks, alleyways, and community centres – the options are extensive.

Persistent offenders will still be dealt with through robust criminal justice outcomes.

The project followed the award of funds from the Home Office to tackle antisocial behaviour and is running until the end of March 2025.

Immediate Justice placements are to be completed within 48 hours of the police completing the referral to the service.

Offenders who are referred to the scheme are supervised by criminal justice interventions service provider Red Snapper Managed Services Ltd, as they go out to carry out work in neighbourhoods across the city and county.

To report an area near you for a clean-up, or to find out more, visit www.immediatejusticenotts.co.uk

Plans to transform former Arnold church into apartments submitted to council

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Plans to transform former Arnold church into apartments submitted to council

Plans to transform a vacant Baptist church in Arnold into new apartments have been submitted to Gedling Borough Council

The vacant church in Cross Street, Arnold would house nine apartments. 14 apartments would also be constructed in a new building next to the church.

A building inspection was carried out by the developer hopingto progress the plans.

They said the property was in “an extremely poor condition internally and externally due to vandalism and a lack of maintenance”.

Repairs costing more than £500,000 would be required to bring the building back into use as a church.

9 Property Group, who have submitted the plans said “the scale of changes to the Cross Street-facing part of the structure would be minimal” if plans to transform the church were given the green light.

The church, which closed its doors in 2020, has been badly damaged by vandals over the last few years.

Planners from the council said the developer would “need to put measures in place to reduce the likelihood of trespassing during the construction phase”.

The planning application is being considered by Gedling Borough Council.

Morrisons take down signs claiming ‘all’ bakery products in store are ‘made from scratch’

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Morrisons take down signs claiming ‘all’ bakery products in store are ‘made from scratch’

Morrisons stores are taking down in-store bakery signage which claims their products are “made from scratch” after admitting they were ‘not fully accurate’ following a complaint to trading standards.

Back in June the Real Bread Campaign submitted a complaint about the signs, and the retailer has since “advised all stores” to remove them.

The supermarket giant has a store on Victoria Retail Park in Netherfield.

Sky News reported the campaign group complained Morrisons was “failing to tell shoppers which bakery products were manufactured elsewhere”

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They claimed some products are made by third parties and rebaked in stores.

A Morrisons spokesperson said they made ‘the majority’ of their bread and rolls from scratch in their 450 of in-store bakeries.

“However, for some of our more specialised items, we work with trusted bakeries, who supply quality products which are baked using ovens in store.

“We apologised for the incorrect signage which was on display and instructed our stores to take it down. We’re proud to have 1,300 skilled bakers and provide over 40% of the bakery apprenticeships in the UK.”

Sainsbury’s, Lidl, Co-op and Tesco have also been accused by the Real Bread Campaign of alleged “misleading” bakery marketing claims.

In June, the campaign submitted a trading standard complaint over how the four supermarkets are marketing their bakery products.

Soccer Betting Odds on VOdds: Guides and Benefits

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Soccer Betting Odds on VOdds: Guides and Benefits

In the dynamic world of sports betting, soccer stands out as one of the favorites among enthusiasts worldwide. With its rich history, diverse leagues, and thrilling matches, soccer offers many opportunities for bettors to engage and wager on their favorite teams and players. Soccer betting odds play a crucial role in determining the potential outcomes of matches.

This comprehensive guide will explore how VOdds Sports Betting Platform can elevate your soccer betting experience to a higher potential profit. Aside from that, let’s look closely at VOdds Reddit Review to know more about sports betting.

Understanding Soccer Betting Odds

Soccer betting odds are a fundamental aspect of sports betting, providing valuable insights into the likelihood of specific outcomes in a match. Whether you’re assessing the chances of a favorite team winning, predicting a draw, or expecting an underdog victory, soccer betting odds play a pivotal role in shaping your betting decisions.

By understanding how to analyze these odds, bettors can make informed choices that maximize their chances of success.

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There are several types of soccer betting odds commonly used in the industry, including decimal odds, fractional odds, and American odds. Each type of odds presents information in a unique format, offering bettors different perspectives on the potential outcomes of a match.

Whether you prefer the simplicity of decimal odds, the traditional appeal of fractional odds, or the specificity of American odds, VOdds Sports Betting Platform caters to a diverse range of betting preferences, ensuring that all users can find the best odds format that suits them best.

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Overall, soccer betting odds play a crucial role in shaping the outcomes of sports wagering, providing bettors with valuable insights into the dynamics of soccer matches. With VOdds Sports Betting Platform as your trusted companion, you can confidently, precisely, and successfully navigate the soccer betting world. By leveraging the advanced features, competitive odds, and comprehensive coverage offered by VOdds, you can elevate your betting experience, maximize your profits, and enjoy a rewarding journey in soccer betting. Place your bets with VOdds today and embark on a thrilling and fulfilling soccer betting adventure like never before.

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