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Nursery in Daybrook unveils their new life-saving defibrillator

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Nursery in Daybrook unveils their new life-saving defibrillator

A life saving defibrillator has been installed inside a nursery in Daybrook

The emergency device – used to give a high energy electric shock to the heart to someone in cardiac arrest – is now available for use at Busy Bees nursery on Sir John Robinson Way.

The automated external defibrillator (AED) has been installed as part of the nursery’s commitment to safeguard children, staff, parents and visitors in the event of a cardiac arrest.

To mark Family Safety Week (April 1 to 5) staff and parents at Busy Bees were joined by first aid trainers following the installation of the AED. Training sessions were delivered to staff, demonstrating how to use the AED and deliver CPR.

Karen Bird, head of first aid at BB Training, which ran the CPR workshop in the nursery, said: “Every year in the UK there are 30,000 out of hospital cardiac arrests, with a survival rate of fewer than 1 in 10.

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PICTURED: (l to r) Gemma Shephard, nursery assistant manager; Lexie Attwood, who attends nursery; Danielle Attwood, parent; Charlie Attwood, who attends nursery and Diane Clowes, who is third in charge

“Part of this devastating statistic is that 270 children pass away from a sudden cardiac arrest. Installing more AEDs in nurseries, schools, businesses and public spaces, can only help to save lives and we hope other organisations will follow suit, as every minute counts when someone has a cardiac arrest.”

The nursery installed the AED as part of a nationwide campaign that has seen Busy Bees introduce more than 350 AEDs in its nurseries throughout the UK. The industry-leading scheme will help boost the survival chances of people who have an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest.

The AED, supplied by Cardiac Science, has both adult and paediatric pads. It was specially chosen as it provides both text and voice prompts to the rescuer to enable them to remain focused during the high-pressure situation.

Anna Allen, nursery manager at Busy Bees, Daybrook  said; “Protecting and safeguarding the children in our care is our top priority and that’s why we’ve undertaken this potentially lifesaving initiative. We see it as part of our commitment to best practice and to deliver outstanding care to our children, as well as to protect staff, parents and visitors.

“Although we hope that our defibrillator never has to be used, it means that if the worst-case scenario happens, we are able to increase the survival chance of anyone who has a cardiac arrest inside or within minutes of our nursery.”

MasterChef champion treats patients at hospice in Mapperley to three-course gourmet dinner

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MasterChef champion treats patients at hospice in Mapperley to three-course gourmet dinner

Patients at Nottinghamshire Hospice in Mapperley had their tastebuds spoilt this week when MasterChef:The Professionals youngest champion paid a visit and cooked up a three-course gourmet treat.

Laurence Henry gave up his time to create the meal for 50 people at the hospice as a finale to the national ‘Taste of Home’ campaign.

Patients invited their partners or carers and other guests bought tickets with proceeds going to raise funds for the charity.

Chef Laurence, 26, served up canapés with Prosecco on arrival. This was followed by a Cornish brill with cured mussel veloute starter, pork XO, onion and apple main and tiramisu pudding.

Patient Tina Barnes, who is on oxygen 24/7 for a rare lung condition said: “It’s lovely food. It’s nice to have a top chef give up his time to do it.”

Laurence, one of the youngest ever winners in the BBC MasterChef series, sourced all the ingredients for free and set up his own fundraising page to raise money for the hospice.

PICTURED: MasterChef: The Professionals champion Laurence Henry, left, at work in the hospice kitchen (IMAGE: Nottinghamshire Hospice)

He said: “I wanted to support this great local charity which helps people across Nottinghamshire who have terminal illness. Being a local lad it’s only round the corner from where I live. I’ve driven past for years but didn’t know what went on here so I’ve learnt more about fantastic service they provide.”

Donations came from Beeston fishmonger and greengrocer Fred Hallam Ltd, Sherwood butcher Johnny Pusztai, Cotgrave fruit and veg supplier Kerry’s Fresh, and national wholesaler Wellocks. Weavers Wine Merchants also supported the event as did Capital One who provided a team of volunteers to act as serving staff.

Laurence also brought two friends with him to help, former Sat Bains sommelier Sunniva Workinn and Sam Burns. Hospice Chef Jaqueline Welsh and  kitchen assistant Cath Charles were also on hand to help, but took a step back to allow Laurence free reign in the kitchen.

Jo Polkey, director of care at Nottinghamshire Hospice said: “It was a fabulous experience for our patients and guests. It was wonderful of Laurence to give up his time to create such a special event for us.

“Here at the hospice we aim to help patients live life to the full in the time that they have left and to create memories with their loved ones. We’re so grateful to Laurence and all the others who supported this event.

“In its day the hospice building used to be one of the finest houses in Nottingham and I’m sure it would have played host to many a lavish dinner party so it was extra special to be able to recreate that legacy with our patients.”

The event rounds off a national ‘Open up Hospice Care’ campaign which ran throughout March to promotes the benefits of hospice care in people’s homes. As part of the campaign, supporters were urged to put on dinner parties in a ‘Taste of Home’ fundraiser.

Man jailed after stabbing of teenager in Redhill

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Man jailed after stabbing of teenager in Redhill

An Arnold man has been jailed for 13 years after a teenager was stabbed in Redhill

Joseph Lubasi, 24, of Redhill Road, Arnold, was also imprisoned for robbing a 20-year-old man.

Lubasi stabbed the 17-year-old boy to the chest and abdomen, in Mansfield Road, Redhill, at around 2am on May 25, 2018, following an argument.

His victim suffered a perforated his stomach and liver and collapsed in the street. He was taken to hospital and received treatment in intensive care. He has since been discharged but he still has a large surgical scar and stomach pain.

In a separate incident in Shakespeare Street, Nottingham, on 22 October 2017, he grabbed a 20-year-old man by the throat, punched him in the head and threatened to stab him – although a knife was not seen.

PICTURED: Joseph Lubasi

However, Lubasi was not content with the meagre amount of money his victim could give him so forced him to use his bank card to buy him cigarettes at a Tesco shop in the same street.

Lubasi had denied wounding with intent to cause grivous bodily harm and possession of a bladed article in connection with the Mansfield Road incident but entered a last-minute guilty plea at his trial at Birmingham Crown Court in November 2018.

He also denied robbery in connection with the Shakespeare Street incident, despite being caught on CCTV in the shop, but was found guilty following a trial at Nottingham Crown Court in January 2019.

Lubasi appeared at Nottingham Crown Court for sentencing today (Thursday 4 March) for both incidents.

He was given a ten-year extended determinate sentence for wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm to the 17-year-old boy – which means he will serve seven years in custody and three years on extended licence.

A two-year prison sentence was given concurrently for possessing a knife.

Lubasi was also given a three-year prison sentence of three years, to run consecutively, for the student robbery.

Mapperley student overcomes challenges of autism to write children’s book inspired by late mum

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Mapperley student overcomes challenges of autism to write children’s book inspired by late mum

A student from Mapperley has overcome the challenges of autism to write a children’s book inspired by his late mum.

Ben Robson’s new book Kitty Realms is about a group of brave cats, which will launch on Sunday as part of World Autism Awareness Week (1 – 7 April).

The 22-year-old Nottinghamshire College Art and Design student will read a chapter from his book at a public launch, from 4pm on Sunday, April 7 at Espresso Gallery on Woodborough Road in Mapperley.

Signed copies of the book will also be available at the launch, plus an exhibition of Ben’s artwork. He will also be unveiling a preview of some of his upcoming stories.

Ben said: “I find patience very difficult, and so waiting for other people to finish their parts of the project was the hardest bit of it for me. I am very excited about the launch and I’m happy it is finally here.”

Ben’s mum Janine sadly passed away in 2017, after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease earlier that year.

PICTURED: Ben Robson

Since then Ben has been working with the support of his dad Ken Robson and step-dad Karsten Klups to write and illustrate the book, which is inspired by his mum’s pet cats.

Ben’s family say the new book is testament to Ben’s determination to get over any barriers to success. As a child he was fearful of animals, which he overcame by getting to know his dad’s rescue dog and his mum’s cats.

Ben lives with stepdad Karsten and their two cats in Mapperley.

PICTURED: The cover to Ben’s new book, Kitty Realms

Karsten said: “Ben has always been creative but it used to take him a lot of effort to venture out of his comfort zone. Since starting the Art and Design course at Nottingham College he’s come on leaps and bounds.

“Sitting with others who share his passion for creativity has really helped with his confidence and to try new things.

Prior to his Art and Design course, Ben completed Supported Learning courses at the College. Tim Maroney, Supported Learning Lecturer at Nottingham College, said: “I have known Ben since he first attended the College. He is highly motivated, very imaginative and has become increasingly skilful using design software.”

Tim encouraged Ben to pursue his art through the Level 1 Art and Design course, which he said has helped to develop his creative skills and his employability.

Tim said: “It has been a great pleasure to see Ben flourish, leading to the publication of his first book.”

Following the launch, Kitty Realms will be sold online on the tredition publishing website, and on Amazon as an e-book to download or printed on demand.

Arnold Market to host Easter events following revamp

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Arnold Market to host Easter events following revamp

Arnold Market will reopen in style this Easter once regeneration work is completed which aims to breathe new life into area.

The market will close for two weeks as new temporary stalls are installed and will reopen with a series of events.

Kids’ Easter egg hunts, the chance to reminisce on St George’s Day, local produce celebrations and street entertainers will all be part of a new series of events to promote the redevelopment of the market.

Once the new stalls are in place, a host of new food, craft and local history stalls will be introduced in the market, alongside the current stalls.

The new events will start from Friday, April 19 and will run until the end of April.

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PICTURED: Gedling Borough Council took ownership of Arnold Market last year

The first event will have an Easter theme with a children’s egg hunt, challenges and face painting. There will also be an event on Tuesday, April 23, St George’s Day, to mark the national patron Saint day with a live band and excerpts from local historians about the Arnold area.

On Friday, April 26, the market will host a special local produce market to celebrate local food and drink. There will be a chance to participate in live street entertainment and a children’s treasure hunt on the Saturday, April 27.

The new stalls and events are part of the council’s ongoing work to revitalise the market and Arnold town centre. The council acquired the market last summer and has been working to improve its appearance, increasing the use for community events and activities and working with market traders to widen and increase the choice of goods and services available.

The market improvement has been boosted by a bid for £1.25 million of funding from the N2 Town Centre Fund – part of the Local Growth Fund from the D2N2 Local Enterprise Partnership that supports town centre improvements.

The council has also made a bid for £5 million to improve the high street. The bid was made to the government’s Future High Street Fund and, if successful, will go towards improving the access to the town centre, improve the appearance of the high street and create a more vibrant centre.

For more information about the market and events taking place, visit www.gedling.gov.uk/arnoldmarket

‘Poet from the Peaks’ pays visit to primary school in Arnold

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‘Poet from the Peaks’ pays visit to primary school in Arnold

‘Poet from the Peaks’ Andy Tooze recently visited Burntstump Seely Church of England Primary Academy in Calverton to give a workshop on creative writing.

Known for his children’s books like ‘The Poetry Bug’, Andy, who lives in Buxton, Derbyshire, is often described as ‘the poet from the peaks’.

The popular poet said he had enjoyed his visit to the school in Calverton.

“I came to school today to work with the children, sharing some poems, and also getting them to write their own verse and present their work to the class.”

Andy helped every child to create their own poem about their favourite animals. “The poems the children wrote were absolutely fantastic,” he said. “It’s a lovely school with a great atmosphere and lots of freedom for self-expression. It’s been a brilliant day!”

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PICTURED: Andy Tooze with pupils from Burntstump Seely C of E Primary Academy

Teacher at Burntstump Seely C of E Primary Academy, Sally Glover, said she was delighted with the response that Andy had elicited from the pupils. “I have been really surprised with the way the children have coped with writing their poems and then standing up in front of their classes and reading them aloud. They had fantastic expression when they were reading and even children who are usually reluctant to get up in front of class not only have done that, -but have done it incredibly well. It was such a pleasant surprise and they were all so supportive of each other.”

Though she is only in Year 1, talented pupil Ava wrote an excellent poem about a mythical creature. “It was really good because we got to write poems. Unicorns are my favourites, so I wrote about them. I liked today because a person we didn’t know yet came in to see us in class.”

People in Gedling borough help remove 635 bladed weapons from circulation around Notts

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People in Gedling borough help remove 635 bladed weapons from circulation around Notts

People across Gedling borough have shown support for the fight against knife crime – by helping to remove 635 bladed weapons from circulation around Notts.

Nottinghamshire Police and a growing number of partners held a seven-day knife amnesty from 11-17 March, as part of national Operation Sceptre, in a bid to prevent potentially deadly weapons falling into the wrong hands.

Police say the public response has been overwhelmingly and increasingly supportive, with over 200 more knives being handed in than during the previous amnesty in September 2018.

People could drop off the knives at 16 amnesty bins across the county, without fear of prosecution for the duration of the amnesty.

Bins were placed across Gedling borough, with chosen locations being the Civic Centre in Arnold, Carlton Fire Station and Oxclose Lane Police Station

The weapons handed in included swords, machetes, butterfly knives, flick knives, throwing knives, Bowie knives and bayonets.

Chief Superintendent Rob Griffin, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “I would like to thank everyone in communities across Nottinghamshire who took the chance to dispose of bladed weapons during the amnesty.

“To take 635 weapons out of circulation is a phenomenal response and really shows the strength of feeling among the public and their desire to help tackle this issue.

“Some people question why we hold knife amnesties because criminals don’t engage with them. What I would say to that is just look at the weapons that have been handed in ­- some of these are incredibly dangerous weapons that are designed to cause harm. So every weapon handed in is one less that can fall into the hands of someone who would use it for that purpose.

PICTURED: Knives collected during the last amnesty (IMAGES: Notts Police)

“Police and partners have a range of tactics to tackle knife crime, from enforcement through the Knife Crime Team to education through Schools and Early Intervention Officers, but amnesties offer a very direct way for the public to play their own part.”

The weapons will now be destroyed.

Chief Inspector Donna Lawton, knife crime lead for Nottinghamshire Police, thanked the partner agencies who hosted amnesty bins.

She said: “The support of external agencies is also important because some people feel more comfortable handing them in at locations where there are no police officers and for some people it is just more convenient for them.

“We will continue to explore opportunities to work with even more partners in future amnesties and if there are any organisations who would like to find out more about getting involved please get in touch by calling 101.”

Paddy Tipping, Police and Crime Commissioner, said: “Every knife that has been handed in is one less potential weapon and in that respect this operation was a great success. But the work doesn’t stop there.

“We are all working, each and every day, to prevent knife crime. That’s why I have budgeted for officers in our schools, it’s why I have applied for additional resources, it’s why I am funding community groups and partners to provide diversionary and awareness programmes. It’s why I have driven a county-wide knife crime strategy, it’s why I have funded a knife crime lead.

“We are tackling this scourge from all angles. But this is a national issue and it needs a national response backed by appropriate resources. The toll is appalling and it has to stop.”

New menopause workplace policy to help women working at Gedling Borough Council

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New menopause workplace policy to help women working at Gedling Borough Council

Women working at Gedling Borough Council experiencing the menopause will be aided by a new workplace policy.

It is thought the Labour-run council is the first in the region to adopt such a policy.

The policy came about after a suggestion box response was made by a member of staff.
Now, women will be offered flexible working, more comfortable clothing will be allowed, and office temperature will be considered.

In the UK, the average age for a woman to reach the menopause is 51, but around one in 100 women experience menopause before 40 years of age.

Symptoms can include hot flushes, palpitations, night sweats and sleep disturbance, fatigue, poor concentration, irritability, mood disturbance, and skin irritation.

As part of its new menopause-friendly policy, the council will launch an awareness campaign among managers, encouraging them to: “create an environment in which employees can discuss health matters or concerns including those relating to menopause.”

The council also plans to implement ‘appropriate changes’ to assist employees experiencing the symptoms, including: Adjusting working times; ‘Providing the flexibility to take breaks during the working day to accommodate personal need’ and; ‘Adjusting the office environment, for example, in relation to temperature particularly through the issue of things such as personal fans that do not have a substantial impact on the comfort of others in the office.’

Another change now agreed by the council is to implement: “Flexibility in terms of work clothing standards to ensure comfort. This may be particularly relevant if a uniform is required. It may be appropriate to issue more uniforms, particularly if the uniform is made from synthetic fibres which is less comfortable than natural fibres.”

Plans to implement the policy were unanimously approved today (Wednesday, April 3) by Labour and Conservative councillors

Labour’s Cllr Bob Collis represents Porchester, and said: “I think this is long overdue in some ways. Men never experience this, they may see the consequences of it, but they never experience it themselves, so they don’t really know what they are talking about, to be honest.

“I’m all in favour of it, I think we’re breaking new ground here.”

‘Malicious’ device discovered on train tracks at Netherfield connected to pro-Brexit protest

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‘Malicious’ device discovered on train tracks at Netherfield connected to pro-Brexit protest

Police have launched an investigation after a ‘malicious’ object was placed on the track near Netherfield Station and is believed to be connected to a pro-Brexit protest.

The device was discovered at the station on March 27.

The BBC has reported that notes were attached to the device saying “leave means leave”, with another saying it would “bring Britain to a standstill”.

Network Rail said the device on the rail track was only intended to cause disruption to railway services.

A spokesman said: “The items failed to disrupt services as intended. Detectives are now working closely with the rail industry to investigate these incidents.

A similar device was also discovered on the railway near Yaxley, Cambridgeshire on March 21.

ACC Sean O’Callaghan from British Transport Police, said: “This was a serious and deliberate attempt by someone to cause significant sabotage and disruption to Britain’s rail network.

“We are urgently investigating the circumstances behind both incidents and are working extremely closely with our national partners, including the rail industry.

“It is important to highlight that these acts were intended only to delay services and not cause damage to the infrastructure, however this failed on both occasions.

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PICTURED: Netherfield Station (IMAGE: Gedling Eye)

“The railway has a number of substantial safeguards in place to prevent and detect this type of sabotage and we are now working tirelessly to identify those responsible.

He added: “We’re are currently keeping an open mind on why someone would put their life at risk to place these items on a live railway, however our early assessment has led us to believe it relates to Britain’s exit from the European Union.

“We’ll continue to monitor this situation extremely closely and have circulated advice to rail operators and indeed Network Rail.

Anyone with information should contact British Transport Police by sending a text to 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40.”

Virgin Media scam email doing the rounds in Gedling borough threatens ‘automatic disconnection’

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Virgin Media scam email doing the rounds in Gedling borough threatens ‘automatic disconnection’

A Virgin Media scam email is doing the rounds in Gedling borough which threatens recipients with “automatic disconnection” due to “invalid billing information”.

Action Fraud has received reports about this fake email that claims to be from the popular broadband and digital television provider.

The convincing scam email has the distinctive Virgin Media logo and branding, and looks completely legitimate. It threatens customers they are facing “automatic disconnection” due to “invalid billing information” and asks that they take immediate action to prevent this by entering their username and password.

The links provided within the scam e-mail lead to genuine-looking phishing websites that are designed to steal Virgin Media account login details.

PICTURED: A copy of the scam email (IMAGE: Action Fraud)

A spokeswoman for Action Fraud said:“The people behind these scams will use a lot of different organisations, so this week the Virgin Media scam was the most reported, but recently there was a TV licensing scam, and they have also targeted BT, and other broadband companies, as well as banks and online businesses, in a similar way.

“It’s always the same M/O and the sites they use now are very convincing. The information they can access depends on what information people have uploaded, so if they get your Virgin Media log in and your bank details or other personal details are there, they will have access to all of that, and you could find they clone your bank card or you become a victim of identity fraud.”

A Virgin Media spokesperson said, “We are aware of a fraudulent email scam, designed to look like it’s from Virgin Media, which suggests customers are at risk of ‘automatic disconnection’ due to invalid billing information. Don’t click on the links or attachments in suspicious e-mails, and never respond to messages that ask for your personal or financial details.”

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