‘Total chaos’ as Nottinghamshire parents unable to confirm school places due to system crash” 

Joe Locker (LDR Reporter)
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‘Total chaos’ as Nottinghamshire parents unable to confirm school places due to system crash” 

Nottinghamshire County Council has sought to reassure parents and carers after a system crash left people unable to confirm primary school places offered to their children.

Parents and carers in the county must apply for places through the Conservative-run council’s online school admissions portal.

Once places have been offered, they must then be accepted through the system.

However, a number of parents were only greeted with an error message when trying to submit their details on Tuesday, April 16, leaving them uncertain as to whether their confirmation had been accepted.

The council has apologised but says many acceptances were getting through despite the error message.

Cllr Michelle Welsh, Labour County Councillor for Arnold South and Gedling borough councillor for Porchester, said she was unable to confirm acceptance of her son’s place.

She said: “I have been contacted by a lot of parents that are unable to accept their school place.

“Some have received email confirmation and others haven’t. It is total chaos once again.”

Nottinghamshire County Council says more than 9,000 were accepted in the morning, but added its software provider is urgently investigating the issue.

Cllr Welsh said a similar problem plagued parents on secondary school offer day in March, and parents took to the council’s Facebook comments section to raise their concerns at the time.

The portal page shows an error message which reads “save failed”, highlighted in red, when a parent attempts to log their offer response.

Cllr Welsh said: “When you accept the offer you should get an email confirming the place. So not only is it not working and crashing in my case, but a lot of those 9,000 haven’t received the confirmation email.

“It is like buying something online and not getting the confirmation email and receipt. It is an utter mess.”

A Nottinghamshire County Council spokesperson said: “We are aware of an issue that some parents and carers are experiencing when accepting their school place and we would like to apologies to anyone affected.

“The council’s software provider is urgently investigating. However, we would like to reassure families that the system itself is working, despite the error message, and we have had more than 9,000 places accepted so far this morning.

“We are confident that these technical difficulties will not affect the school offers and families have until 30 April to accept their place.”

Gedling borough weather Wednesday, April 17

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Gedling borough weather Wednesday, April 17

A sunny start but cloud thickening through the morning. Becoming increasingly windy, with blustery showers, these perhaps heavy at times. Feeling cool later, especially near showers. Maximum temperature 12 °C.

Showers tending to become isolated, with some late sunny spells as winds ease into the evening. Becoming cold overnight, with a frost by dawn, especially over the Derbyshire hills. Minimum temperature -1 °C.

Tomorrow is forecast to be a largely dry and bright morning, with light winds. Becoming increasingly cloudy, with strengthening winds and rain arriving from the northwest into the afternoon. Milder than Wednesday. Maximum temperature 13 °C.

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…

Criftin Road, Burton Joyce
19 April – 30 April
Delays likely due to road closure for patching repairs from junction of Lee Road to junction of Trent Lane
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Lee Road, Burton Joyce
17 April – 18 April
Delays likely due to road closure for patching repairs from Gordon Road to Criftin Road
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Stoke Lane, Gedling
17 April – 18 April
Delays likely due to road closure
Responsibility for works: Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd

Acton Road, Arnold
23 April – 26 April
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: National Grid

Beech Avenue, Netherfield
22 April – 24 April
Roadworks with delays possible at junction with Meadow Road
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Bonington Road, Woodthorpe
24 April – 26 April
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Bulcote Drive, Burton Joyce
22 April – 25 April
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Foxhill Road East, Carlton
22 April – 24 April
Delays possible to refresh road markings outside school
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Maltby Road, Woodthorpe
22 April – 23 April
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Nottingham Road, Burton Joyce
21 April
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Sherbrook Road, Arnold
21 April
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Spring Lane, Lambley
22 April
Roadworks whilst replacing fault interactive speed warning sign.

Gedling borough weather Tuesday, April 16

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Gedling borough weather Tuesday, April 16

Cool and cloudy start with early showers for some eastern parts. Soon brightening up from the west to sunny spells. Scattered showers breaking out through the afternoon, some of which may turn heavy and perhaps thundery. Breezy. Temperatures below average. Maximum temperature 11 °C.

Showers are forecast to soon fade this evening leaving clear spells. A weakening band of showers is expected to arrive from the north around midnight, clearing southwards overnight. Becoming chilly as skies clear. Winds easing. Minimum temperature 3 °C.

A dry and bright start is expected tomorrow. Cloudier spells Wednesday afternoon with well scattered showers developing, heaviest and most frequent in the east. Rather cold. Showers soon fading overnight and winds falling light. Maximum temperature 10 °C.

Woodthorpe historian launches ambitious project to record details of every police officer who served in Notts

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Woodthorpe historian launches ambitious project to record details of every police officer who served in Notts

A historian and author from Woodthorpe is starting an ambitious project to attempt to record every police officer who served in the county of Nottinghamshire

Tom Andrews, who also served as a police officer, is attempting to create a database of the officers who served with the force since its creation in the city during 1836 and county in 1839. 

The database will contain information about their careers, such as postings, commendations, and promotions.

The author is really keen to hear from anyone who has a relative, ancestor, or family friend who was a police officer in the county and document their career, as well as currently serving or retired and resigned officers. 

Tom said: “This came about because I’m currently researching and writing a book about the history of policing in Nottinghamshire – a county boasting the only flag in the world which proudly displays its most famous criminal!

“During my research I kept reading about different police officers throughout history, who pop up associated with various cases or stations. I thought it would be great to compile a database to keep a record of when and where these officers served, as well as other interesting facts about them, with the aim of making this available to the public for future generations to research their ancestors, or historians to help with their research.”

The historian is now asking the public to complete an online form filling in details of any police ancestors, with what information people have about them for his Great Nottinghamshire Collar Number Project

This can be completed by a simple online form available at https://forms.office.com/r/fT6cYMAppror

Tom is also keen to hear from anyone who may have memoirs or recollections from relatives who were police officers, including photographs, both for this project, and for his book research. You can contact him by email at nottspolicinghistory@outlook.com or through his Facebook page Facebook.com/NottsPolicingHistory. 

Church in Gedling to hold ‘hymnathon’ to raise money for pipe organ repairs

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Church in Gedling to hold ‘hymnathon’ to raise money for pipe organ repairs

A church in Gedling will be holding a “hymnathon” to raise money for work needed on the pipe organ.

On Saturday, May 11 the choir and organist of All Hallows Church will sing and play hymns continuously for 12 hours between 9am till 9pm. Hymns can be sponsored between 11am and 2pm.

Church members are fundraising to pay for repairs and update part of the electronic system of their pipe organ that dates back to 1874.

All Hallows Church in Gedling
PICTURED: All Hallows Church in Gedling

Steve Hicking, the organ and choirmaster for All Hallows Church said: “Since the Forster and Andrews organ was first built there has been a history of upgrades. In 1925 a special room was added to the church so the organ could be installed in it. In 1999 the organ was completely rebuilt and electronic systems were added. It is these systems which need upgrading. The work will be undertaken by local organ builders Groves.

He added: “The total work will cost £8000.00. We have had a series of events to raise money and we are looking for sponsors for this event.  Please do come and see us on the May 11. 

More details about the event and how to make donations can be found on the church website here: http://www.allhallowsgedling.co.uk/

E-scooter rider who stabbed total stranger in Mapperley chased down by police dog and arrested

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E-scooter rider who stabbed total stranger in Mapperley chased down by police dog and arrested

A man on an e-scooter who stabbed a total stranger in Mapperley was caught thanks to an extensive manhunt and a dramatic chase by a police dog.

Junior Dietlin attacked the victim on Blyth Street on the evening of February 8.

He also later attacked four others in and around Mansfield town centre on the evenings of Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 February 2023.

Each of the victims reported being stabbed in the arm in unprovoked attacks by a man riding a lime green coloured electric scooter.

As the victims recovered from their injuries, Nottinghamshire Police began a major investigation to identify and arrest the then unknown attacker.

A very large amount of CCTV footage was reviewed, and plain-clothed officers were deployed to Mansfield area on subsequent evenings in a bid to catch him.

Dietlin was spotted on the evening of February 13 last year as he rode his scooter through the town.

After being challenged by an officer in Devon Drive, he turned around and fled at speed.

His scooter, however, was no match for the speed of Police Dog Wolf, who quickly chased him down, latched onto his arm and dragged him to the ground.

Junior Dietlin pictured on his e-scooter (PHOTO: Notts Police)
The electric lime green scooter that police say was used during the attacks (PHOTO: Notts Police)
Dietlin was chased down by police dog Wolf, who latched onto his arm and dragged him to the ground

Dietlin was arrested as other officers rushed to the scene.

The scooter he was riding and the clothes he was wearing closely matched the ones described by his victims. A locking style was found nearby.  A separate kitchen style knife was recovered from a bag found at a local address where Dietlin had been staying.

Mobile phone date also proved that he had been in the area of each attack at around the time they were committed.

Dietlin, of Ransom Drive, Nottingham, denied involvement in the offences and claimed someone else had to have been responsible.

He also claimed to be travelling to the shops at the time of his arrest.

The victims were all treated for cuts to their arms.

Dietlin, who has been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, continued to deny involvement in the attacks but was later found guilty of five counts of malicious wounding and four counts of possessing a bladed article in a public place.

Appearing at Leicester Crown Court on Friday (April 12)  he was made the subject of an indefinite hospital order. In order to protect the public he can only be discharged from hospital with the agreement of the Secretary of State for Justice.

Detective Constable Matthew Fagan, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “The victims in this case were simply going about their daily business when they were subjected to entirely unprovoked acts of violence by Dietlin, who, after stabbing them in the arm, calmly walked or scooted away from the scene.

“A very large number of officers were deployed to this case to help track down and arrest Dietlin and I would like to thank each of them for many hours of work they put in over those few days to identify this offender and bring him into custody.

“I would also like to pay tribute to the actions of the police dog and his handler who acted so quickly to bring this man down. It really is a great example of what a well-trained police dog and handler can achieve in the service of the public.”

Match Report: Matlock 41 – 38 Paviors

Nigel Youl
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Match Report: Matlock 41 – 38 Paviors

Papa John’s Cup First Round Saturday April 13

League games between the two clubs were very tight affairs, with Pavs taking a close win at Cromford Meadow and Matlock doing the same at Burntstump. To those used to the grim and muddy conditions of a Wintery Matlock, the warm and mostly sunny weather came as a welcome surprise. The underfoot conditions, looked somewhat dodgy and not conducive to running rugby, but the quality of the game that played out belied this. 

Pavs made a bright start to the game, keeping the ball through several phases. Eventually, fleet footed Will Taylor motored through the Matlock defence to touch down and give Pavs a 7-0 lead with the Billam extras on ten minutes. Prop Theo Collier received an abrasion and departed for treatment to be replaced by Conner Tomlinson. Matlock then found their feet in the game and levelled matters at 7-7 with sixteen minutes on the clock. The patched up Collier returned at the same time.

More was to come from Matlock as they gained in confidence and Pavs seemed to switch off. They scored three tries in the next ten minutes, two of which were interceptions to put them almost out of sight, interspersed by a try by the promising young flanker Bailey Mayo.

Half time score 31-12 Matlock.

During the break Craig Ward made his debut in replacing the injured Harry Pritchard.

Matters did not improve for Pavs at the beginning of the second half when the unfortunate Mayo took a team yellow and Matlock extended their lead to 34-12 with a penalty.

Fly half George Billam found a way through to score and convert his own try to bring the score to 34-19 on fifty six minutes.

Pavs could not keep the momentum going, however , and Matlock went further ahead on sixty minutes at 41-19.

At this point, Mayo returned and Jonty Green replaced Ben Taylor at scrum half as Pavs sought to change things up, as the phrase goes.

The final twenty minutes saw Pavs regain their vim and vigour and nearly snatch victory as the clock ran out.

On sixty five minutes Kieran Wells completed a powerful drive and in so doing boosted Pavs somewhat erratic confidence. Billam added the extras to bring the score to 41-26. Danny Green entered the fray for the injured Morgan Jones minutes later.

On sixty nine minutes the mercurial Green took a quick tap penalty before executing a truly fabulous cross field kick to wing Alex Rimmington to catch and touch down with the Matlock defence looking somewhat bemused. So Pavs back in touch at 41-31 with ten minutes left to play.

Young debutee Oliver Park replaced Alex Barton on the wing as the game moved into the final five minutes. Pavs kept pressing and Will Taylor went in for his second try and with the Billam extras brought them back on terms at 41-38. Unfortunately, for Pavs this was to be the last play, so the burgeoning sense of hope that they felt was cruelly dashed. 

For the spectator, this was a captivating game where fortune and form swung wildly. Pavs on top at the start, Matlock took the plaudits for a strong middle phase, while Pavs snatched the momentum back in the last twenty.

Pavs will rue the number of errors they made in open play, but will be relatively pleased by the overall style. The 2023/24 season now comes to an end. Lots to be pleased and proud of, yet a good deal to still work on. The squad will now have a period of rest and recuperation to refresh the bodies and most importantly the minds before they return to pre season training in the first week of July. Onwards……..!!!

Starting XV: Kieran Wells (1 try) +, Owen Taylor +, Theo Collier (VC), Harry Pritchard +, Alistair Plant +, Josh Flanagan +, Bailey Mayo (1 try) +, Phil Eggleshaw +, Ben Taylor, George Billam (1 try, 4 conv) +, Alex Rimmington (1 try), Doug Billam (C) +, Morgan Jones, Alex Barton +, Will Taylor (2 tries) +

Impacts: Craig Ward (46 mins), Jonty Green (60 mins) +, Oliver Park (74 mins) +, Conner Tomlinson (15-20 mins) +, Danny Green (65 mins) +, + Former Pavs Junior

+ – Former Pavs Juniors

Paviors Rugby Club play at Burntstump Hill, Arnold, NG5 8PQ and the club runs over twenty teams.

New players are always welcome – girls, boys, men & women, there is a team for all.

Further information about the club including contact details can be found on http://www.paviorsrfc.co.uk/ .

Match Report: Newton Aycliffe 1 – 3 Carlton Town

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Match Report: Newton Aycliffe 1 – 3 Carlton Town

NPL First Division East – 13 April 2024

Carlton Town moved back into the playoff positions with a 3-1 win at fellow promotion contenders Newton Aycliffe.

The Millers responded in excellent style to the defeat against Hebburn from their previous game and goals from Nial Hylton, Niall Davie and Nat Watson had the game effectively won inside the first hour.  Aycliffe never gave up and Carlton had to rely on a number of fine saves from Felix Annan, but the home side only had a late consolation from Liam Jarvie to show for their efforts.

Tommy Brookbanks and Mark Harvey made one change from the side which had lost to the Hornets with Greg Tempest returning for Mamadou Sylla-Diallo who dropped to the bench.

In bright sunshine in the North East Carlton got off to the perfect start and were ahead within five minutes.  Watson played the ball across to Hylton on the right.  He darted past Toby Pascoe and from a narrow angle lashed the ball into the roof of the net before goalkeeper James Winter could react.

Winter then did very well to save from the dangerous Lamin Manneh before Aycliffe responded with their first attack of the game which was thwarted by a great tackle from Dan Brown.

Carlton though had control of the game and looked threatening every time they went forward and they extended their lead midway through the half.  Watson knocked the ball to Lewis Durow,  He fed Davie whose first shot was blocked.  The ball fell to Alex Howes and he slipped the ball into the path of Davie again and his effort from just inside the area beat Winter and nestled in the far corner of the net.

Newton Aycliffe did send over some dangerous crosses but Annan dealt with them all, albeit Jack Naylor went close when he hit the side netting.

The Millers almost added a third in first half stoppage time.  Manneh sped away down the left, beat three defenders and saw his shot saved by the outstretched foot of Winter.  The ball looped up into the air and Watson headed towards goal at the far post but the angle was too great and the ball went just wide.

However Watson only had to wait until nine minutes into the second half to get his goal and it was a lovely one.  A ball out of defence sent Manneh away on the left.  He showed great control after the ball had initially hit him on the back and he jinked into the area beating Naylor before pulling the ball back to Watson who smashed home to the delight of the small band of travelling fans behind the goal.

Aycliffe had the ball in the net a couple of minutes later only to see a linesman’s flag rule it out for offside and Annan had to save from Naylor shortly afterwards.

With games on Tuesday and Thursday to come Carlton made changes and Aycliffe enjoyed more possession in the final 20 minutes of the game.  The Millers defence held firm, with Brown and Khyle Sargent keeping the home strikers under control and Durow and David Adegbola dealing with the threat on the wings.

Howes impressed again in his deeper role and Annan frustrated the home side with some fine saves when needed, including an excellent stop from Jarvie.

Jarvie did get his goal on 89 minutes when Annan saved his first effort but could do nothing about the rebound but Carlton saw out the five added minutes to record a fine win and move up to fifth in the table with five games left to play.

Carlton Town: F Annan, D Adegbola, L Durow, D Brown, K Sargent, G Tempest (M Sylla-Diallo 65), L Manneh, A Howes, N Watson (A Hardwick 68), N Davie, N Hylton (M Jebbison 74).  Unused subs: D Freeman, L Gorman

Goals: N Hylton 5, N Davie 32, N Watson 54; Liam Jarvie 89

Carlton Town Supporters Club MOTM: Dan Brown

Att: 142

Gedling borough weather Monday, April 15

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Gedling borough weather Monday, April 15

A band of heavy and blustery showers will soon clear to the southeast. A day of bright spells and scattered showers follows. Showers could turn heavy at times with the odd rumble of thunder. Feeling cooler with temperatures below average. Maximum temperature 10 °C.

Showers will begin to ease during the evening with drier conditions gradually spreading across the region from the northwest. Remaining breezy. Minimum temperature 5 °C.

Tomorrow is expected to be cool and cloudy to start then brightening up from the west to sunny spells. A few showers breaking out in the afternoon but drier than Monday. Temperatures below average. Maximum temperature 12 °C.

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