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Gedling film showcasing support services for pre-school children to premiere

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Gedling film showcasing support services for pre-school children to premiere

A film that aims to help support families with pre-school children in Gedling borough is set to premier tomorrow (16).

“Early Years” is a film that aims to showcase the services and support available to parents in the borough to best prepare their children for school.

The film, which has been commissioned by Gedling Borough Council, Gedling Homes and Nottinghamshire County Council, will be shown on July 16 at Carlton Pentecostal Church and will also be made available to watch online after the premiere.

The film can be watched online at at www.gedling.gov.uk/gettingreadyforschool.

As well as the film, visitors to the site will also find tips on getting children ready for school, information on skills children need, how to help children learn and a full list of support organisations in Netherfield and Colwick.

Sharon Gray OBE, Headteacher at Netherfield Primary and Pre-School said: “It has been a joy to work with all the providers across Gedling to create what I know will be an incredibly useful support for everyone.

“The resources we have for our pre-school youngsters across Gedling are second to none, ensuring our youngest children get the very best start possible, creating a platform for future success and making an incredible difference.”

Councillor Kathryn Fox, Portfolio Holder for Communities said: “We’re very excited about this project.

“It’s not often we get lights and cameras in Netherfield and Colwick and it’s a great opportunity to highlight an important issue for parents with children starting school in September.”

County women urged to be clear on signs of breast cancer

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County women urged to be clear on signs of breast cancer

Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire County councils are supporting the new NHS Be Clear on Cancer, ‘Breast cancer in women over 70’ campaign.

The national campaign, which  runs over the summer until 6 September, aims to raise awareness of breast cancer symptoms in women aged 70 and over, informing them that 1 in 3 women who get breast cancer are over 70, ‘so don’t assume you’re past it’.

The campaign also emphasises that ‘a lump is not the only sign of breast cancer’.   Other possible signs of breast cancer include a lump in the armpit, nipple changes, changes to the skin of the breast, changes to breast shape or size.  If a woman has any of these symptoms, she should contact her doctor straight away.

Breast cancer survival is lower in women aged over 70 than in younger women. Research shows that older women are less ‘breast aware’ and are more likely to delay going to their doctor. Women may experience embarrassment, be afraid of treatment or dismiss the symptoms as a sign of ageing; this campaign is encouraging them not to let these concerns stop them from making an appointment with their doctor.

The earlier breast cancer is diagnosed the higher the chances of survival and the more treatment options are available. More than 90% of all women diagnosed with the earliest stage breast cancer survive their disease for at least five years. This figure is around 15% for women diagnosed with the most advanced stage of the disease.

Cllr Alex Norris, Nottingham City Council Portfolio Holder for Public Health said:

“One in three women who get breast cancer are over 70, so it’s absolutely crucial that they are aware of the symptoms. A lump isn’t the only sign of breast cancer so as soon as any woman notices any changes in her breasts, she should visit her doctor.”

Cllr Joyce Bosnjak, Chair of Nottinghamshire County Council’s Public Health Committee said:

“Women should not be embarrassed or scared about going to see a doctor.  The earlier breast cancer is diagnosed, the higher the chance of survival. More than 90% of all women diagnosed with the earliest stage of breast cancer survive their disease for at least five years. Women, especially older women, need to be alert to any changes in their breast straight away.”

For further information about the signs and symptoms of breast cancer, please visit www.nhs.uk/breastcancer70

Bestwood burglar nabbed after introducing himself to victim

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Bestwood burglar nabbed after introducing himself to victim

A distraction burglar from Bestwood was caught by police after introducing himself to the victim using his own name.

Simon Bedding, 29, of Andover Road, Bestwood, was sentenced to four-and-a-half years behind bars on Friday (July 10) after pleading guilty at an earlier hearing at Nottingham Crown Court.

The court heard that on Friday, March 13, 2015, Bedding had been in Worksop posing as a door-to-door salesman.

He approached a house belonging to a blind lady and her guide dog and sold her £40 worth of cleaning products.

He then left the house but returned claiming he had left his mobile phone behind and asking to use the toilet. When the victim agreed Bedding, who had given his first name during the exchange, stole her bag which contained a significant amount of cash and her mobile phone.

When the victim realised her phone and bag were missing she called the police.

Officers used forensics from the products sold to the victim and the information she had given to link Bedding to the scene.

He was arrested for burglary and fraud.

Detective Constable Lee Keeling, said: “Bedding saw an opportunity to target a vulnerable victim and taking full advantage of her kindness he stole her bag and phone after being invited back into her home.

“He was brazen enough to use his own first name when speaking to the victim which proved to be his downfall. This information coupled with the DNA on the cleaning materials he had sold to the victim ensured a lengthy prison spell.

He added: “Never feel pressured into letting strangers into your property. Always ask for some form of identification or ask for them to call back another time when you have other family members in the house.

Over 750 people sign petition to save Gedling mental health unit

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A petition to save a mental health unit based in Gedling from closure has attracted over 750 signatures.

Campaigners hoping to save Broomhill House set up the petition after the Nottinghamshire Healthcare Trust recently announced it faces the threat of closure.

The service, which has been based in the village for over 20 years, provides care and treatment for patients who are recovering from enduring mental health conditions but are not yet ready to return home. It also provides an outreach service that enables some of its patients to live at home in the local community.

You can sign the petition via the following link: https://you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/save-broomhill-rehabilitation-unit-1

You can also share your views and find more information on the closure plans on the Trust’s website at www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/haveyoursay The deadline for comments is July 28, 2015.

A public meeting to discuss the closure will take place at St George’s Centre in Netherfield on Friday, July 17, at 10am.

Arnold man part of gang jailed for drug smuggling

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Arnold man part of gang jailed for drug smuggling

An Arnold man was part of a six-strong gang importing drugs and counterfeit cigarettes into the UK, who were this week jailed.

Ian Oldham, 37, of Brookfield Road, Arnold, was sentenced to three years after pleading guilty to one count of conspiracy to import amphetamine sulphate.

Also jailed was Adam Vhora, 32, of Stamford Street, Awsworth, who was sentenced to 12 years in prison after being found guilty of one count of importation of cocaine. He also pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to import amphetamine sulphate and was sentenced to six years to run concurrently.

Kevin Machin, 37, of Hilcot Drive, Aspley, who was sentenced to 20 months after pleading guilty to one count of conspiracy to import amphetamine sulphate.
The convictions follow an investigation by the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit (SEROCU).

They were sentenced at Maidstone Crown Court on Friday 3 July along with three other men from Staines, Grantham and Eastchurch in Kent.

Investigating officer, Detective Inspector Mark Chapman, from SEROCU, said: “This was an intelligence led investigation into the importation of controlled drugs, class A and class B, as well as counterfeit cigarettes from the continent.

“This gang operated throughout the UK and was arrested attempting to smuggle cocaine with the street value of around £780,000 which would have been destined for the streets of South East of England.

“They also attempted to avoid duty of around £844,000 by smuggling in over 20,000 sleeves of cigarettes destined for the North West of England.
All the offences took place between October 2011 and April 2013.

Arrests after supporters clash with police as Carlton cancer sufferer evicted from home

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Arrests after supporters clash with police as Carlton cancer sufferer evicted from home

Police today confirmed that five people were arrested following clashes with campaigners yesterday who were attempting to prevent bailiffs from evicting a Carlton resident from his home.

Tom Crawford, 64, of Fearn Chase, in Carlton, disputed claims he owed Bradford & Bingley £43,000 in mortgage payments.

Mr Crawford, 64, claims he doesn’t owe the bank a penny because they changed the terms of his mortgage without his knowledge.

Dozens of people descended to the street in Carlton yesterday to try and blockade the home and prevent him from being evicted by bailiffs.

Police confirmed that arrests were made following clashes with campaigners.

A spokesperson from Nottinghamshire Police said: “Two people were arrested on suspicion of assault on a police constable, one for a breach of the peace, one on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence and the other on suspicion of assaulting a police officer and a breach of the peace.

“Officers worked to ensure public order and safety was maintained whilst civil action was carried by the county court and recovery staff.

“Efforts were made to allow people living in the area access to their homes and to keep disruption during the day to a minimum.

They added: “Nottinghamshire Police would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank the public for their understanding.”

Borough council launch health scheme at leisure centres

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Borough council launch health scheme at leisure centres

A health programme for people with medical conditions is to be launched at four council leisure centres.

Gedling Borough Council is introducing a 12 week health programme called DNA Health, for people aged 16 or over who are physically inactive and suffering from health problems. The aim of this scheme is to provide people with conditions such as stress, anxiety, depression, diabetes and obesity an opportunity to experience different types of physical activities which will improve their long term health. The health programme will be available at Carlton Forum, Calverton, Arnold and Redhill Leisure Centres.

There will be different classes taking place on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, including circuit training, fitness classes and swimming will also be available at a discounted rate. To sign up, eligible people must complete the referral form, which is available from the council leisure centres, GP surgeries and libraries.

Prices for the first 12 weeks vary between £2 and £3 per session. A monthly contract or pay as you go will be available after the 12 weeks. The 12 week programme will then start from the date of registering.

Cllr Henry Wheeler, Portfolio Holder for housing, health and well-being said: “This is a great programme to help people with medical problems such as stress, anxiety and depression to get back into shape and have a healthy lifestyle and feel better about themselves. It’s good value for money and could reduce the need for people to see GPs in the long term.”

To find out more about the programme, people can contact Leisure services on 0115 901 3697 or visit their local GP.

Charity fashion show raises over £600 for school ramp appeal

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Charity fashion show raises over £600 for school ramp appeal
A fashion show held to raise cash to buy a wheelchair ramp at a local school has raised over £600.
Over 100 people bought tickets for the show, which was held on Tuesday, and raised £616 on the night through donations and a raffle
Organisers are hoping to put the money towards buying a wheelchair ramp for Carlton Hill Pre-School.
The school, which has been open in the town for 45 years, needs the ramp to improve access to the building for pupils with special needs.
A spokesperson told Gedling Eye: “We had a great night and raised lots of money with ticket sales, donations and the raffle £616.
“We’ve still got a way to go but its a great start.”

Residents mount campaign to save mental health service from closure

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Residents in Gedling are being asked to get behind a campaign to save a mental health service from closure by a local health authority.

Broomhill House, which is based in Gedling, could soon be closing its doors for good after the service was put into consultation earlier this month by Nottinghamshire Healthcare Trust.

The service, which has been based in the village for over 20 years, provides care and treatment for patients who are recovering from enduring mental health conditions but are not yet ready to return home. It also provides an outreach service that enables some of its patients to live at home in the local community.

A campaign has now been launched to save the service and a public meeting has been organised for people to have their say on closure plans.

Campaigners hoping to save the service posted on Facebook recently outlining reasons why the service is essential to its patients and also the local community.

“The rational [for closure] is that the government has said they want more community-based services that deem to be cost effective but limits the support to patients who realistically will only be seen once or twice a week. This does not replicate the service delivered now.

“The concerns are that some will suffer as a result and may end up back on an acute ward.

“For those that access the outreach service, where will they find that safety and support? Will they be left wandering the streets of Gedling?”

Gedling Eye today asked Nottinghamshire Healthcare for a statement on the future of Broomhill House.

A spokesperson said: “Feedback from patients and clinical evidence shows that people want to be cared for in their own homes, which aids their recovery. Therefore, the Trust has proposed the the expansion of the successfully developed community rehabilitation team serving residents of the City and south of Nottinghamshire.

” These developments will allow more people to be supported to meet their rehabilitation need in their own homes, optimising recovery in the home environment. This change will lead to a decrease in demand for inpatient rehabilitation beds as more people receive their care in the community, and therefore the Trust has proposed to close two open rehabilitation units, Heather Close in Mansfield and Broomhill House in Gedling.

“There are a number of ways for people to share their views and more information can be found on the Trust’s website at www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/haveyoursay The deadline for comments is 28 July 2015 and a final decision will be made following this engagement period”

The public meetings will take place at St George’s Centre in Netherfield on Friday, July 17, at 10am.

The meeting previously advertised on June 30 is now for Broomhill House patients and carers only.

Gedling businesses offered discount off cost of improving broadband speeds

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Gedling businesses offered discount off cost of improving broadband speeds

Small businesses from across the borough now have the chance to get discounts of up to £3,000 off the cost of improving their broadband speed, following the extension of a scheme to cover the whole county.

The Connection Voucher Scheme gives businesses money off the cost of installing superfast broadband and access speeds of over 30Mbps.

The scheme was only previously available in the Greater Nottingham area but has now been extended to include businesses county-wide.

The Connection Voucher Scheme is a government-funded initiative, administered through Nottingham City Council.

Any small to medium sized business in Nottinghamshire and the City of Nottingham – including home workers, social enterprises, sole traders and landlords – can apply to the scheme to fund the capital costs of upgrading broadband connections.

Businesses can choose their own preferred provider from more than 600 registered suppliers in the UK. So far, over 60 local businesses in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire have received money off connecting to superfast broadband through the scheme.

Councillor Nick McDonald, Portfolio Holder for Jobs, Growth and Transport commented: “We know that customer focused businesses rely on great infrastructure to allow them to expand their business. It’s great to see companies in Nottingham benefiting from this funding, which is easy to access.

“We urge all local businesses to access this money and make sure Nottingham business people are claiming their fair share of it.”

Businesses interested in applying for the grant can visit www.connectionvouchers.co.uk/city/nottingham to check their business postcode and get started.

In accessing the scheme, businesses pay the VAT charge and the monthly line rental to their service provider. While monthly costs vary by provider and package, a quarter of businesses pay £40 per month or less.

For more information on the scheme, please visit www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/connectionvouchers

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