Nottinghamshire
PICTURES: Giant crane begins dramatic lift of new bridge over Trent
The 278ft-long (85m) Waterside Bridge is being crane-lifted into place and will connect the Trent Basin development near Colwick with Lady Bay in Rushcliffe.
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
Illegal electric scooter and ‘large knife’ seized from teenager, 15, arrested in Colwick supermarket car park
Police on patrol spotted the scooter while on patrol close to the Sainsbury’s store on Sunday
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
New bridge over Trent to be lifted into place next month ahead of Spring 2026 opening date
The 87metre, 175tonne bridge has been assembled and is being thoroughly checked before a huge CC6800 crawler crane lifts it into place
Colwick News
Prickly patients receive cash boost from global packaging firm for ‘game-changing’ scanner
Hedgepigs has used the funds to purchase an ultrasound scanner – helping it to diagnose and treat injured or sick hedgehogs more effectively,
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
Colwick packaging firm plants seeds of support with donation to St Ann’s Allotments
One of Nottingham’s most historic green spaces has received a cash boost thanks to Colwick-basedpackaging giant The Wilkins Group. As part of its ‘12 Months of Giving’...
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
New bridge over River Trent ‘on budget and on target’ for completion in 2026
It has been planned for a number of years, but has faced delays and rising costs
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Opinion
COUNCILLOR MIKE ADAMS: Fourth Trent crossing must not be ‘left in limbo’
County Councillor for Carlton East, Mike Adams, has slammed the lack of progress on the proposed fourth River Trent crossing at Colwick
Transport
Conflict over where fourth road bridge over River Trent should be built
In Marc money was allocated for a study into a fourth bridge over the river at Colwick.
Colwick News
Colwick man among trio appear in court after Class A drugs raid
Officers also found cannabis, large amounts of cash and a hunting knife.
Colwick News
Toxic blue-green algae found in Colwick Country Park lake
A spokesman for Nottingham City Council warned visitors of the dangers
Colwick News
Police seize fake bank notes after car stop on Colwick Loop Road
The offender ran from the scene after the car’s alarm was activated and fled in another vehicle.
Colwick News
‘A major victory’: Campaigning councillor secures funding to have ‘dustbowl’ Colwick car park resurfaced
Independent Councillor Russell Whiting has declared victory in his campaign to have the car park at Colwick Recreation Ground resurfaced
Colwick News
Colwick man due in court over city coffee shop break-in
Police launched an investigation after a glass door was smashed at the shop, at Sneinton Market
Colwick News
Colwick firm goes wild as campaign reaches halfway mark
A global packaging firm based in Nottinghamshire has reinforced its environmental credentials this month by donating £1,000 to Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust. The cash injection from...
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
Local charity “buzzing” after donation from Colwick packaging firm
Members of the Nottinghamshire Beekeepers’ Association (NBKA) have swarmed to thank global Colwick packaging giant The Wilkins Group after the firm donated £1,000 to...
Colwick News
‘HE WILL REMAIN IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER’: Family pays tribute to boy, 16, who died in Colwick Country Park
Valentine Ikechukwu, has been described as a “well loved” son and brother to his three sisters and baby brother
Colwick News
Council safety warning following death of boy, 16, in Colwick Country Park lake
Nottinghamshire Police this morning confirmed a body had been recovered following a search
Colwick News
Jail terms for duo behind Colwick knifepoint robbery that left teenagers with slash wounds
Two 14-year-old boys were left with slash wounds to their face and neck areas
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
Outdoor activity centre gets cash boost from generous Colwick firm
A Nottinghamshire outdoor activity centre that has been enjoyed by thousands of scouts for decades has received a welcome financial boost from a Colwick-based packaging firm
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
You’re legen-dairy: Colwick firm hands £1k cash boost to city farm charity to help them with rising costs
A much-loved Nottingham city farm has received a cash boost from a Colwick firm following sharp rises in its operating costs.Stonebridge City Farm in St Ann's...
Crime
CCTV appeal as man tries to spend £2,000 at Colwick store using stolen iPhone
A shopper tried to use the stolen phone to buy goods at the Argos store in Colwick
Colwick News
Councillor secures funding for study into ‘critical’ fourth Trent crossing at Colwick
The study, which will assess the potential for a new bridge, will be paid for by the East Midlands Combined County Authority
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
Councillor leads drive for feasibility study on fourth road bridge over River Trent at Colwick
Cllr Mike Adams, who represents Carlton East on Nottinghamshire County Council, has written to East Midlands Mayor Claire Ward, asking for funding towards the study
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
Major road resurfacing scheme announced for Colwick Loop Road, thanks to local councillor lobbying
The government recently gave Nottinghamshire County Council an extra £3.3 million to fund road repairs.
Colwick News
Colwick firm pumps cash into popular Ravenshead attraction
Papplewick Pumping Station has been hailed as “Britain’s finest Victorian waterworks”.
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
Police vow to put brakes on borough boy racers as it’s revealed more than 100 cars met and caused chaos in Colwick on New...
A three-year PSPO has been in place since June 2023 which prohibits car cruisers congregating in areas including Netherfield and Colwick
Colwick News
Colwick packaging firm ‘checks’ in at historic Green’s Windmill
The Wilkins Group will be making one donation each month throughout 2025 to local causes impacted by the current economic climate.
Environment
‘BE PREPARED’: Flood alerts remain in place near Trent with Stoke Bardolph most ‘at risk’
The flood alerts have been given to areas close to the River Trent
Colwick News
New permanent pump to be installed to stop Colwick’s flooding woes
Councillor Mike Adams, who represents Carlton East on Nottinghamshire County Council, announced the news on his social media channels.
Colwick News
Police dog praised for hunting down disqualified driver hiding in Colwick woodland
A suspect was found by a police dog hiding in Colwick woodland after sprinting away on foot.
Environment
‘BE PREPARED’: Flood alerts and warnings issued across parts of Gedling borough as snow and rain sees river levels rise
The flood alerts have been given to areas close to the River Trent
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
Colwick firm rolls out year-long Christmas gift for local charities
Each month in 2025, the family run business will be donating much-needed funds to a different Nottinghamshire charity.
Colwick News
Driver detained in Colwick for possession of cannabis and ‘going equipped to steal’
He was also detained on suspicion of driving while disqualified and driving without insurance
Looking Back
The story behind the tragic family murder in Colwick Woods that led to mass deaths in Nottingham
More than 20 people ended up dead back in the 1840s, and it was all because of one man - William Saville.
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
Almost 1,800 plants seized during police raid on Colwick warehouse
Teams of officers descended on the site after hearing it could be involved in drugs production.
Colwick News
Colwick Park & Ride remains closed due to ‘illegal encampment’
Nottingham City Council posted: "Colwick Park & Ride remains closed today - we apologise for the short notice."
Environment
‘BE PREPARED’: Flood alerts issued across parts of Gedling borough as heavy rain sees river levels rise
The flood alerts have been given to areas close to the River Trent
Colwick News
Shocking footage released of metal tank explosion that left two employees at Colwick firm with life-changing injuries
The metal tank the two men were working on was projected high into the air before crashing to the ground nine seconds later.
Colwick News
Colwick Park and Ride closed due to ‘illegal encampment’
Nottingham City Council, who runs the site at Colwick Racecourse, made the announcement on social media.
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
UK’s largest fish pass officially opens in Colwick Country Park to give salmon, trout and eels a helping hand to reach breeding grounds
The pass opens up the River Trent and its tributaries for migratory fish, including salmon, trout and eels, making more habitat accessible for fish.
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
New bridge over River Trent near Colwick to open spring 2026 after delays
A new pedestrian and cycle bridge over the River Trent will now cost up to double its original budget and won’t open until spring 2026 following delays.
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Looking Back
Did you know Colwick once had its own cheese? You cheddar believe it!
Colwick Cheese was a fresh cheese that was invented around the 17th Century in the village.
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Environment
‘BE PREPARED’: Flood alerts issued across parts of Gedling borough as heavy rain sees river levels rise
The flood alerts have been given to areas close to the River Trent
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
Gedling man carried out ‘unprovoked’ assault on woman at pub – leaving her needing 23 stitches before going on run to Skegness
The woman was knocked unconscious and needed 23 stitches following the savage attack.
Colwick News
Warning issued to swimmers and dog owners as harmful blue-green algae found at East Lake at Colwick Country Park
Posting on social media, visitors are warned to be careful as the blue-green algae can kill dogs and other animals.
Colwick News
Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service share dramatic photos showing them tackling Colwick waste plant blaze
Crews were called to the Enva site, off Private Road Four, on the Colwick Industrial Estate at around 2am
Colwick News
Weekend warning to antisocial drivers in Colwick
Officers are responding to a recent increase in antisocial vehicle use in Daleside Road
Colwick News
Colwick flats could be converted into seven-bed HMO
Two flats in Colwick could be converted into a HMO for seven people, new plans show.
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
Colwick Parish Council shares village improvement plans after it was revealed they could receive slice of £20m government funding pot
Councillors in Colwick have welcomed news they could benefit from a £20m government funding pot awarded to improve the area.
Colwick News
Calls for plan to deter ‘boy racers’ as new industrial estate in Colwick given green light
Councillors have set a plan to deter boy racers as a condition to approving a new industrial estate off Colwick Loop Road.Developer Chancerygate bought...
Colwick News
Serial shoplifter carried out 19 thefts in two months – with Colwick store being one targeted
A serial thief has been locked up and had more restrictions added to his criminal behaviour order after pleading guilty to a spree of 19 shop thefts within two months.
Colwick News
Police save ‘slippery customer’ boa imperator spotted in Colwick Country Park
Police have rescued a snake after receiving a call from the public who spotted the 'slippery customer' slithering down a footpath in Colwick Country...
Colwick News
Final step taken in plans for new bridge over River Trent
The pedestrian and cycle bridge will link Trent Basin, off Daleside Road in the city, to the south bank of the river close to the Hook nature reserve in Lady Bay
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Crime
Police and council crackdown on car cruisers in Colwick and Netherfield continues
Police and Gedling Borough Council are reminding anti-social car cruisers in the area that work continues to catch offenders.
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Colwick News
Gedling Police team targets speeding hotspots in Carlton and Colwick
The Gedling South team headed out last week to Southdale Road and Vale Road in the village following reports from residents that drivers have been speeding
Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 28/6/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 28/6/24
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Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 21/6/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 21/6/24
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Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 14/6/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 14/6/24
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Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 7/6/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 7/6/24
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Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 31/5/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 31/5/24
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Colwick News
Metropolitan Police make arrest following raid on Carlton property with local armed officers
The raid was carried out at an address on Greenfield Grove
Colwick News
‘Sadness’ as workers remove iconic old plane from Colwick school playing field
The plane currently rests on the playing field outside St John’s C of E School
Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 24/5/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 24/5/24
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Politics
New road bridge over River Trent at Colwick a ‘possible scheme’ under East Midlands mayor, says EMCCA
Nottingham is currently served by Lady Bay Bridge, Clifton Bridge and Trent Bridge
Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 17/5/24
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 17/5/24
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Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 10/5/24
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Business
Police appeal after thieves target Colwick scrap yard twice in three days
Officers were called to the premises in Colwick Industrial Estate on April 2, 2024 after it was broken into.
Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 3/5/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 3/5/24
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Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 26/4/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 26/4/24
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Colwick News
Business and Trade Secretary Kemi Badenoch tours Wilkins Group headquarters in Colwick
Kemi Badenoch MP met with the directors of the Wilkins Group and also had a tour of their factory and head office in Colwick
Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 19/4/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 19/4/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 12/4/24
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Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 12/4/24
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Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 5/4/24
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Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 29/3/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 29/3/24
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Colwick News
Women arrested after police stop car full of suspected stolen goods from Colwick store
Officers had earlier received a report that three suspects had left the Sainsbury’s store with two trolley loads of items
Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 22/3/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 22/3/24
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Colwick News
Colwick residents collect more than 70 bags of litter in woodland clean up
More than 70 sacks of litter along with household items, clothing, electrical equipment and mattresses removed from woodland on Chaworth Road last weekend
Colwick News
Work now complete on UK’s largest fish pass at Colwick
The Environment Agency were allocated around £10m of funds, and work was initially expected to be completed in August 2023 - but work completed this month.
Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 15/3/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 15/3/24
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Colwick News
Gedling MP asks Government for help in improving flood defences for borough villages
Gedling MP Tom Randall has called on the Government for help in improving flood defences in villages heavily impacted by recent storms.
Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 8/3/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 8/3/24
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Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 1/3/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 1/3/24
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Colwick News
PLANNING: Refused application for multi-purpose industrial units at Colwick site re-submitted to Gedling planners
The prior application to erect 5 multi-purpose industrial units was formally refused by Gedling planners on May 26, 2023
Colwick News
Woman left with serious leg injuries after collision with van near Nottingham Racecourse
Police arrested were called to Racecourse Road at 5.40pm on Tuesday (27) and made the arrests.
Colwick News
Plans revealed for 19 new industrial units on former Total Fuel site in Colwick
The site, which was formerly a major fuel distribution centre for Total Petroleum but has been unused since 2019, is located off Colwick Loop Road in Colwick Industrial Estate.
Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 23/2/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 23/2/24
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Transport
Colwick park and ride ‘saved’ as cash-strapped council reveals outcome of transport consultation
The immediate future of the park and ride at Colwick appears to have been secured after Nottingham City Council revealed the outcome of a consultation
Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 16/2/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 16/2/24
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Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 9/2/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 9/2/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 2/2/24
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Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 2/2/24
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Transport
Colwick Loop Road works to widen footpath begin on Monday – and are expected to cause delays for SIX MONTHS
The scheme will see the path alongside the Colwick Loop Road between First Avenue and Private Road No.1 widened
Transport
New bus service launches linking parts of Carlton to Victoria Retail Park in Netherfield
The changes will affect the Lilac and Red services running through the borough
Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 26/1/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 26/1/24
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Colwick News
Councillor calls for action over ‘dust bowl’ car park in Colwick
Colwick Councillor Russell Whiting last night raised the issue with Gedling Borough Council at a full council meeting
Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 19/1/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 19/1/24
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Transport
Nottingham City Transport announces series of improvements to bus services in Gedling borough – including improved links to Victoria Retail Park
The changes will affect the Lilac and Red services running through the borough
Planning
DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 12/1/24
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Planning
See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 12/1/24
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