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02/07/2024

All the scams people across Gedling borough should know about this week

People across Gedling borough are being urged to be careful as more new scams emerge.

Action Fraud, Which? and Nottinghamshire County Council Trading Standards constantly issue scam warnings to make people aware of the latest attempts by fraudsters to get them to part with their cash or personal details.

Here are the most recent scam warnings it has issued to people across the borough.

Housing repair scam call

Reports of a scam call from an unknown number or 03316302208 are circulating.

The scam caller claims to be from a ‘property repair organisation’ and asks if you have damp or mould in your property.

These calls are used by scammers to obtain as much personal or financial information from you as possible.

If you receive a scam call you can report it to your provider by texting the word ‘call’ followed by the phone number to 7726.

You’ll then receive a message asking you for the scam number.

Scam text claiming to be from Three network

A new scam text impersonating the mobile network Three is doing the rounds making claims there are ‘points’ in your account that expire in three working days.

As usual, it provides a link to ‘redeem the points for available rewards’. This dodgy link leads to a malicious phishing site which attempts to steal your personal details.

Scam texts can be reported by forwarding them to 7726.

Dodgy websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.

Halifax scam message claiming bank has tried to get in touch

A scam email impersonating banking giant Halifax informs you that the bank has tried to get in contact with you but couldn’t, and needs you to update your information.

The email includes a link labelled ‘Update Now’ which will take you to a phishing website, so make sure you don’t click on it.

You can report scam emails by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.

HalifaxAction Fraud warning about cryptocurrebncyt

Action Fraud has urged residents to be extra vigilant following a recent spike in online cryptocurrency investment scams.

During the past month (May 2024), Action Fraud data has shown a total of more than £105,000 has been stolen.

They have each fallen victim to Bitcoin or other cryptocurrency scams where they have agreed to pay advance fees on the promise of receiving something valuable in return.

In some cases, there have been a series of further fees demanded or the fraudster will simply disappear – leaving victims thousands of pounds out of pocket.

UK food inflation reaches lowest level since 2021

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02/07/2024

UK food inflation reaches lowest level since 2021

New figures have revealed that food inflation is now lower than at any time since December 2021, helped by falling prices for key products such as butter and coffee.

Food prices were 2.5% higher than a year ago in June, down from 3.2% in May – well below the three-month average rate of 3% and the fourteenth consecutive slowing of inflation, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC)-NielsenIQ Shop Price Index.

Fresh food inflation slowed further to 1.5%, down from 2% in May.

Overall shop price inflation eased to 0.2% in June, down from 0.6% in May, and its lowest point since October 2021.

Non-food prices went deeper into deflation, at 1% cheaper – from 0.8% in May – as retailers tried to drive sales by discounting.

BRC chief executive Helen Dickinson said: “During the height of the cost of living crisis, retailers invested heavily in improving their operations and supply chains to compensate for the impact of global shocks on input costs.

“This is clearly paying off, with shop prices having risen just 0.2% over the past 12 months.

“Whoever wins Thursday’s election will benefit from the work of retailers to cut their costs and prices, easing the cost of living for millions of households.”

Mike Watkins, head of retailer and business insight at NielsenIQ, said: “Shop price inflation is still slowing and this will be of help to shoppers as they plan their household budgets for essential goods and services.

“And with uncertainty around discretionary spending, we expect the intense competition across the marketplace to keep price increases as low as possible this summer.”

Gedling borough businesses warned by police over costly ‘leftover’ tarmac scam

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02/07/2024

Gedling borough businesses warned by police over costly ‘leftover’ tarmac scam

Police are warning businesses across Gedling borough to be wary of a scam in which “leftover” tarmac is offered to them for free.

Nottinghamshire Police have warned that a number of Nottinghamshire businesses – including farmers – have been approached by scammers who say they work for a construction company and are conducting road works in the local area.

The scammers have then offered the businesses leftover tarmac for driveways and potholes, claiming it is free.

Some business owners accepted the offer but were left shocked when they later received a phone call billing them for the work. When they refused to pay, they were threatened with violence.

Scam_Video — Scammers have been calling at local businesses and offering them free tarmac

PC Kelly Carlile, of Nottinghamshire Police, urged all businesses to remain vigilant.

She said: “We’ve had a number of reports in recent weeks. In one case, the business owner felt so threatened they paid £9,500 before reporting the matter to the police.

“Elsewhere, the owner of a car dealership also said he’d accepted the offer of free tarmac and was later billed £10,000. When he refused to pay, a male caller threatened to burn his business down.

“In another reported incident, a family-run farm accepted the offer of free tarmac and were later billed £500. When they refused to pay, the caller threatened to fight them – prompting the family to contact the police and install CCTV at their home.”

PC Carlile said all the incidents were being investigated and urged anyone with information about those behind the scam to come forward. She added:

“These reports are concerning and we are doing everything we can to identify those involved in the scam.

“In the meantime, we are encouraging businesses to stay vigilant and ensure they exercise caution when dealing with unsolicited offers such as free tarmac.

“Whilst we haven’t received any reports from residents, they too should be vigilant as similar scams to this have occurred elsewhere in the UK in residential areas.”

Businesses and individuals are advised to take the following precautions:

Verify caller identity: Always verify the identity of the caller. Contact firms directly using official contact details to confirm the legitimacy of any offers.
Do not share information: Avoid sharing personal or business information with unknown callers.
Do not accept unsolicited offers: Be wary of unsolicited offers for services, especially if they seem too good to be true.
Report suspicious activity: If you receive such a call or are approached with this offer, report it to the local authorities or trading standards.
Stay informed: Keep updated with official communications from local authorities regarding such scams.

Businesses can report suspicious calls to Nottinghamshire Police by one of the methods on our contact us page.

Alternatively contact Trading Standards by calling 0300 500 8080.

‘Laughing gas’ haul and knife seized from car by police on patrol in Carlton

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02/07/2024

‘Laughing gas’ haul and knife seized from car by police on patrol in Carlton

A knife and several large bottles of nitrous oxide have been seized by police in Carlton.

Officers were out on patrol in the area at around 1.45am on Sunday (June 30) when they noticed a parked car in Coningswath Road.

After seeing the vehicle’s windows were steamed up from the inside, they opened the door and were greeted by the smell of cannabis.

The response officers then searched the car and immediately found multiple bottles of so-called ‘laughing gas’ inside it.

The car was spotted parked up on Coningswath Road in Carlton (image courtesy of Google)

As this was taking place, one of the car’s occupants tried to run away but was quickly stopped and a burner-style phone was retrieved.

Further searches of the car then also led to a lock knife being discovered, along with a small quantity of cannabis and balloons.

Two men, aged 19 and 20, were both arrested on suspicion of possessing with intent to supply nitrous oxide, possessing a knife in public, and possessing Class B drugs.

Chief Inspector Paul Hennessy, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This was a great piece of police work from our response officers who were on the scene that morning.

“After spotting a parked car that didn’t seem right during one of their patrols, the team moved in to investigate.

“By listening to their instincts, these officers were able to seize large quantities of nitrous oxide, while also taking a knife off the streets in the process.

“This double arrest represented a great example of exactly why we carry out the patrols we do.”

The planned roadworks and road changes in Gedling borough

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02/07/2024

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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…

Arnot Hill Road, Arnold
08 July – 12 July
Delays likely due to road closure for patching repairs from junction with High Street to Sandfield Road.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Flatts Lane, Calverton
05 July – 06 July
Delays likely due to road closure from B6386 Oxton Road junction to before Little Adventurers Forest School Calverton access.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Hallam Road, Mapperley
09 July
Delays likely due to road closure
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Hallams Lane, Arnold
08 July – 12 July
Delays likely due to road closure for patching repairs.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Mansfield Lane, Calverton
02 July – 11 July
Delays likely due to road closure for patching repairs from junction of Park Road to junction of Hoyle Road
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Woodthorpe Drive, Woodthorpe
08 July – 11 July
Roadworks and delays likely
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Broad Valley Drive, Bestwood Village
03 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Collyer Road, Calverton
08 July – 12 July
Roadworks and delays possible to refresh road markings.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Colwick Loop Road, Colwick
08 July – 14 July
Roadworks and delays possible for re-installation of previously removed central reservations between junctions with First Avenue and Private Road No.1
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Coningswath Road, Carlton
04 July
Roadworks and delays possible to overlay potholes
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Flatts Lane, Calverton
08 July – 12 July
Roadworks and delays possible between Collyer Road and Park Road.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Forest Road, Calverton
08 July – 12 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Hodgkinson Street, Netherfield
08 July – 11 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Hollinwood Lane, Calverton
08 July – 12 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Labray Road, Calverton
08 July – 12 July
Roadworks and delays possible

Lee Road, Calverton
08 July – 12 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Lymn Avenue, Gedling
03 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Main Street, Calverton
08 July – 10 July
Roadworks and delays possible to refresh School Keep Clear outside school outside School
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Mansfield Road, Ravenshead
04 July – 05 July
Roadworks and delays possible from Kighill Lane to Blidworth Way heading towards Mansfield
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Mapperley Plains, Arnold
05 July – 05 July
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Mews Lane, Calverton
08 July – 12 July
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Mile End Road, Colwick
09 July – 09 July
Delays possible due to lane closure to repair faulty traffic detector loop
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Mill Field Close, Burton Joyce
08 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Newman Road, Calverton
08 July – 12 July
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Nottingham Road, Ravenshead
04 July – 07 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Cadent

Park Road, Calverton
08 July – 12 July
Roadworks and delays possible from Collyer Road to Mansfield Lane
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Pepper Road, Calverton
08 July – 12 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Pinfold Close, Woodborough
03 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Prospect Road, Carlton, Nottinghamshire
09 July – 11 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Ramsdale Avenue, Calverton
08 July – 12 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Revena Close, Colwick
05 July – 08 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Seely Avenue, Calverton
08 July – 12 July
Roadworks and delays possible to refresh road markings
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Whinbush Lane, Calverton
05 July – 06 July
Roadworks and delays possible from A614 Old Rufford Road junction to B6386 Oxton Road.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Wighay Road, Linby
04 July
Roadworks and delays possible for pothole overlay
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Yew Tree Lane, Gedling
02 July
Roadworks and delays possible to overlay pothole.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Teal Park charity shop marks one year in business

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01/07/2024

Teal Park charity shop marks one year in business

A local charity shop has marked its first anniversary of operation with a celebration event to thank customers and members of the local community.

Lighthouse Charity Shop on Teal Park, off Colwick Loop Road celebrated its first anniversary on the June 27, with staff and an enthusiastic team of volunteers welcoming customers, supporters, members of the local community.

The shop offers pre-loved items of unwanted clothing, bric-a-brac, soft furnishings, jewellery, books, toys, furniture and electrical items.

The charity shop is owned by Valley CiDS which supports children, young people and families across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.

The shop’s manager Jess Paine is pictured outside the store on its first year anniversary

Valley CiDS works in schools and provide a range of activities, along with out-of-school clubs, youth & community work in local communities and alternative education provision, for young people who have disengaged with learning or are struggling to access mainstream education.

The shop’s manager Jess Paine said she was ‘thrilled’ by the amount of support the shop has received from the local community.

She said: “It is heart-warming to hear from so many how much our shop is valued, and we would like to thank the local community for their support over the past year, by shopping, giving donations and providing beautiful comments both in store and online.

“We are all so happy to be here and be part of this great community.”

In the local area, the Valley CiDS Children’s & Families team has been working with the nearby Rivendell Flying High Academy, providing help with assemblies and visiting on World Book Day, to give out books to the children as part of the Valley CiDS Great Book Giveaway initiative.

Deputy Head at Rivendell Flying High Academy, Lauren Newson, said: “Rivendell Flying High Academy has loved working in partnership with Valley CiDS across a wide range of events and activities. We are already looking forward to strengthening this relationship further next year, and have some exciting things planned.

“The staff have been amazing at working with our children, and we have loved hosting them in our school.”

‘We have loved being part of your wonderful community’: Popular Netherfield cafe closes as owners pay tribute to customers

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01/07/2024

‘We have loved being part of your wonderful community’: Popular Netherfield cafe closes as owners pay tribute to customers

A popular Netherfield cafe has closed its doors due to water leaks that have resulted in the building becoming ‘unsafe’.

Connect @ Netherfield on Victoria Road posted the sad news about their decision on their social media accounts earlier this morning (1).

A heartfelt post on Facebook read: “We are very sad to inform you that the cafe has stopped trading in the current building due to the leaks being unsafe.

“We know this will be a shock but the building is now inadequate for trading and in breach of health and safety.

“Thank you to each and every customer for all your support and encouragement over the last two-and-a-half years.

“We have loved being on your high street and part of your wonderful community.”

The post appeared this morning on the cafe’s social media channels

The Connect @ Netherfield team took over the building following the closure of The Waiting Room cafe during Covid (PHOTO: Gedling Eye)

The cafe owners reassured customers that despite the closure, their popular social groups will continue and instead meet at the nearby St George’s Centre.

The community reacted with sadness at the news and posted appreciative comments on the post.

Amy Bicer wrote: “Oh what sad news. You really have become the heart of Netherfield. What a loss. Thanks for all your support.”

Sophie Hailwood posted: “This is the saddest news. After all of your hard work and dedication to the community. Thank you so much.”

Pete Yen said: “So sad. You’ve put your heart and soul into the cafe as well as investing so much time, energy, finance and love and created such a beautiful space.”

It’s not yet known if the owners will look for alternative premises for the business.

McDonald’s is celebrating its 50th birthday with new menu items- including return of fan favourites

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01/07/2024

McDonald’s is celebrating its 50th birthday with new menu items- including return of fan favourites

McDonald’s is launching a special limited-edition menu this July as part of birthday celebrations to mark 50 years in the UK.

The fast food chain has unveiled several new products and announced the return of some iconic burgers at its restaurants in Arnold and Netherfield from July 17.

The epic Double Big Mac is coming back, as is the Double Big Mac with bacon.

McDonalds-Arnold — PICTURED: McDonalds drive-thru and restaurant in Arnold (PHOTO: Gedling Eye)

Also making a re-appearance on the menu is the McCrispy BBQ Smokehouse. This chicken burger sees crispy coated chicken topped with a smoky BBQ sauce, cheddar cheese, red onion, and lettuce, all in a sourdough style sesame topped bun.

Three new desserts, including a Milkybar Raspberry Ripple McFlurry, a Munchies Cookie Dough McFlurry, and a Birthday Cake Donut will also be launched on July 17.

The colourful ring donut will feature a strawberry filling, topped with buttercream-flavoured icing, and sprinkles. While the Milkybar McFlurry is made up of soft ice cream, mini Milkybar chocolate drops and a sweet and sharp raspberry sauce. Similarly, the new Munchies one consists of ice cream, chocolate-coated Munchies biscuit pieces, and caramel cookie dough sauce.

McDonald’s is also launching brand new Cheesy Garlic Bread Dippers. These cheesy mozzarella bites are flavoured with garlic and chives and coated in a ciabatta-style breadcrumb coating. They’re served with a rich tomato dip. These can be ordered as a side or a sharebox and is a twist on the classic mozzarella dippers.

But to make way for the new arrivals, some of the current items will be disappearing.

The Hat Trick burger, a triple stack with two slices of cheese, grilled onions, mustard, and ketchup in a glazed sesame seed bun, will be leaving the menu, as will the Skittles McFlurry, and the Galaxy Chocolate and Raspberry Pie.

The Galaxy Caramel McFlurry is also set to go, as it’s replaced by the new flavours.

People told to submit energy meter readings this week as new Ofgem price cap starts

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01/07/2024