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Tony Cave: New higher rail fares now in force at borough stations

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Tony Cave: New higher rail fares now in force at borough stations

NETHERFIELD STATION NEWS

NETHERFIELD. During week commencing 16th February the shelter on the platform was removed. It is to be replaced with a new one, but this could take a week or two before it is installed.

CARLTON STATION NEWS

Monday 16th December I saw all 4 of the re-instated trains. 09.57 to Newark and 11.04 to Crewe both had 1 person alight. 15.02 to Newark had 3 on and 6 off. 16.05 to Crewe had 4 on and 4 off. The 11.04 and 15.02 are most popular, numbers on the 09.57 are disappointing. It isn’t a good time of year for travelling. I did a random check on Tuesday 25th February and the results were. 09.57 Newark with 1 on. 11.04 Crewe with 5 on (incidentally the day before there was only 1 on, but 7 and 2 guide dogs off). 15.02 Newark with 5 off and 16.05 Crewe with 1 on and 1 Off. 15 minutes later the 16.20 to Leicester had 4 on and 3 off. 16.02 Newark, 1 on and 15 off.

FARE INCREASES FROM 2nd MARCH

Carlton to Nottingham. Anytime return £5.90. After 09.00 Monday to Friday and all weekend the off peak return fare is £4.00. Anytime return is only necessary in the morning peak or if not returning the same day. Carlton to Newark is £8.10 single and £8.60 off peak return. Peak return (Anytime ticket) is £8.80. NETHERFIELD to Nottingham the same as Carlton. To Skegness, if you book in advance you can get cheaper rates out of the holiday season. (See EMR news).

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Rail fares have now risen

EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY (EMR) NEWS

NOTTINGHAM STATION CENTRE BRIDGE: Whilst this was closed for a trial period to reduce fare evasion, EMR estimated that £1 million in revenue was being lost each year. So it was intended to close the bridge permanently, except as a footbridge from Station Street to Queens Road with no access from or to the platforms. However, this is currently being reconsidered due to quite an outcry from fare paying passengers.

ACCESSIBILITY MAPS: EMR has created Accessibility Maps to provide information about station accessibility across its network, including step-free access points, accessible toilets, parking facilities and assistance services. This covers the whole EMR network, plus a Nottingham station map and a Robin Hood Line Route Accessibility Map with others planned. Maps can be viewed via the EMR website, obtained from staffed stations, or by contacting EMR’s Customer Service Centre on 03457 125678.

ADVANCE TICKETS: EMR has reported that Advance Ticket sales are up 34% in 2 years from 4.4 to 5.9 million. These offer savings of up to 60% on walk-up fares and are available on most EMR routes. They have recently been introduced on Derby-Crewe and Nottingham- Lincoln routes. https://secretfare.seatfrog.com Skegness to Nottingham for £7.00,

LONDON ST. PANCRAS INTERNATIONAL STATION

Direct train services between London and destinations such as Germany and Switzerland could be launched amid plans to boost the capacity of St. Pancras station, aiming to increase cross-Channel travel from 1,800 to nearly 5,000 passengers per hour.

CONVERSATIONS ON CARLTON STATION

I received the following email in December. “Thank you for your greeting this morning I wonder how many people realise how easy and affordable it is to get to the QMC via train and tram. Not being local and living in rural Cambridgeshire I am in awe of how fantastic public transport here is!” I believe they used a Robin Hood day ticket.

Another question asked by a person one morning, “Do the trains go to Arnold?” No. “Oh, that’s a pity”. So I suggested they walked to Main Road,’ Gedling and caught a 25 bus direct. They did not seem impressed and walked off. Then as the 10.04 train arrived they returned and got on the train!

Another response: “Now that the trains are every hour you don’t have to think, now is there a train missing when I want to return”.

TONY’S RAMBLINGS

DOORS BEFORE DEPARTURE: Last time I mentioned that train doors would be closed 40 seconds before departure time at Birmingham New Street. Now apparently train departures at London Kings Cross cease to be shown 3 minutes before the train is due to depart. Obviously this has caused some adverse reaction from passengers. Now in the days of British Railways there was one way not to upset passengers, and that was to show a train departure in the public timetable up to 3 minutes before it was due to depart. Staff use the Working Time Table (WTT) and in there it would show for example a 15.00 departures 15*00 with a footnote *14.57. In the notes section at the front of the WTT it said, ‘Where the advertised departure times of passenger trains are slightly earlier than those shown in the WTT, the former must be used in all quotations to the public’. I suppose nowadays that would spoil the hourly on the hour or half hour departures. However there would be no excuse for missing your train.

LOST TIME: Whilst on this subject, most departures of trains from Carlton to Nottingham are 1 or 2 minutes late, having lost time from Burton Joyce, being cautioned at a signal before approaching Carlton level crossing. If you study the timetable you will see trains are given extra time between Carlton and Nottingham. The 10.04 departure shows arrival in Nottingham at 10.15!

CARLTON LEVEL CROSSING (Not again!): A couple of times recently I noticed the barriers were down for 10 minutes between trains, but a concern that I have, which almost caught me out, is that the audible warning is not increased in volume in the day time as it used to be. I did report this some months ago. On this occasion I must have just ‘passed the flashing lights before they came on, and with some noisy road traffic I was not immediately aware the warning was sounding, and my hearing is good, so I had to run as I was on the side on which the barriers come down first. It would be difficult for a disabled person.

CHEAP TICKETS: As I intimated last time, there were some ticket offers to be found in January, including a week long sale of 2 million tickets. Also Merseyrail had unlimited weekend travel for much of January at £2. This was to compensate regular customers who had had to put up with Older trains, which were becoming unreliable, due to the late arrival of their new trains.

TRAINS FROM NETHERFIELD STATION SUMMER 1938

I recently obtained via an auction, a 1938 LNER (London & North Eastern Railway) summer timetable for 1938, which showed 86 trains a day calling at Netherfield on weekdays. There were direct services to Northampton, Grantham, Skegness, Newark, Derby and Uttoxeter, so you could find at least 1 direct train a day to such ‘exotic’ places as John o’ Gaunt, which was in High Leicestershire between Melton Mowbray and Market Harborough, Spratton near Northampton and Marchington near Uttoxeter. On Sundays in summer there were only (if only we had this number now) 15 trains, and 11 in winter. 1939 saw the demise of services to Uttoxeter, and I believe the 2 or 3 trains a day to Newark (LNER). 1953 to Northampton, 1963 to Pinxton and 1964 to Derby Friargate. Also in 1960 the ‘back line’ to Basford via Gedling closed.

BRIEF ENCOUNTERS

CONTACTLESS PAYMENT SYSTEM for rail travel in the East Midlands and Yorkshire. Tap & Go scheme similar to the one in London using GPS data to calculate the best fare for the journey you are undertaking. The Government has started the Procurement process to find the suppliers who will run the technology for the trials. It is expected to include Derby, Leicester and Nottingham.

Report empty homes across borough and we’ll revamp them, says council

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Report empty homes across borough and we’ll revamp them, says council

People across Gedling borough are being urged to report empty houses so they can be brought back into use by the council.

Gedling Borough Council made the appeal as part of national Empty Homes Week.

They revealed that more than 100 empty properties have been brought back into use to boost local housing stock by their dedicated Empty Homes Officer and the team.

A long-term empty property is defined as one that has been unoccupied for six months or more. While some of these properties may appear derelict, many look lived-in and well-maintained, making it crucial for residents to report any suspected empty homes. The Empty Homes Officer can then investigate and work with property owners to find solutions.

Gedling borough has a long-term vacancy rate of 0.79%, which is below both the East Midlands average of 1.1% and the national rate of 1.03%. Similarly, second homes or furnished vacant properties in Gedling stand at just 0.31%, significantly lower than the regional average of 0.66% and the national average of 1.09%. While long-term vacant properties in Gedling increased by 5% in 2024, mirroring regional trends, the council said it remains committed to reducing this figure.

The total vacancy in the borough is currently 1,652 properties equivalent to 3.3% of all homes, which is lower than the national average of 3.9%. Gedling Borough Council actively monitors these figures and works to bring as many empty homes as possible back into use.

In 2023/2024, the council successfully brought 114 empty properties back into use, with some homes having been vacant for over 26 years.

That number continues to increase and when homeowners are unwilling to work with the council, they have legal tools at its disposal, including Compulsory Purchase Orders, Empty Dwelling Management Orders, and Enforced Sales.

There are many reasons why properties remain empty, including sentimental attachment, probate issues, financial difficulties, or waiting to pass the home on to a beneficiary. The council works directly with homeowners to provide practical solutions, like connecting empty homeowners with investors who can purchase or lease properties for refurbishment and offering expert advice and solutions to help owners sell or renovate their homes.

Deputy Leader of Gedling Borough Council and Portfolio Holder for Sustainable Growth and Economy, Councillor Jenny Hollingsworth said: “I am incredibly proud of the work that Gedling Borough Council is doing to tackle the issue of long-term empty homes.

“Our dedicated team has already helped bring over a hundred properties back into use, providing much-needed housing for local people while improving our communities. The results we are achieving demonstrate our commitment to making the most of our existing housing stock, supporting homeowners, and ensuring that every home is put to good use.

“We will continue to work tirelessly to reduce the number of empty homes in Gedling, creating a borough where everyone has access to safe, secure, and sustainable housing”

Residents who suspect a property is empty can report it to the council’s Empty Homes Officer by calling 0115 9013826 or email nicola.bryant@gedling.gov.uk.

Arnold police station took part in amnesty that saw more than 40 blank firing guns and rounds of ammunition being handed in across Notts

Graham Finch
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Arnold police station took part in amnesty that saw more than 40 blank firing guns and rounds of ammunition being handed in across Notts

An Arnold police station was one of five across Notts that took part in a national amnesty which resulted in more than 40 blank firing guns and hundreds of rounds of ammunition being handed over last month.

Forces across the country took part in a four-week campaign aimed at taking certain models of top venting blank firers (TVBFs) out of harm’s way following a change in the law.

A total of 42 blank firers and more than 500 rounds of blank and live ammunition were turned in at police stations in Nottinghamshire during February.

It followed tests by the National Crime Agency (NCA) which indicated four specific types of Turkish-manufactured TVBFs could potentially be converted into viable handguns.

This development led to a change in the law from the start of February making it illegal to buy or own one of these firearms in the UK.

Anyone found in possession of one faced the possibility of up to 10 years in jail.

The amnesty allowed people to hand them in to police front counters including Oxclose Lane in Arnold.

Nobody had to leave their details when surrendering their TVBF, however, the history of any live firearms handed in was checked to see if there was any evidence of it being used in a crime.

While the amnesty – led by the NCA, National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) and National Ballistics Intelligence Service (NABIS) – was aimed at seizing TVBFs, anyone wanting to hand over any unwanted firearms or ammunition was able to do so.  

Top-venting blank firers are legal to buy in the UK for people over the age of 18 and, in their original state, are designed to discharge only blank cartridges, while they are painted in bright colours to distinguish them as non-viable firearms. 

They are, however, appealing to criminals who convert them, due to the large profits they can generate from selling them, with more than 800 TVBFs recovered by UK police in criminal circumstances since 2021.

Detective Superintendent Christopher Sullivan, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “We are pleased by the results of this amnesty which have allowed us to take more than 40 potential weapons and hundreds of rounds of ammunition off the streets and out of harm’s way.

“This has prevented them getting into the wrong hands, being converted into viable firearms and being used by criminals.

“Gun crime in Nottinghamshire thankfully remains very rare and we have been proactive about taking these weapons off the streets.

“Together with our partners we continue to work hard to educate people about firearms and the dangers that come with them, to ensure that gun crime doesn’t become prevalent in the future.

“I’d like to thank the people who have helped us by handing over these blank firers during February’s amnesty.”

If you know of anyone involved in illegal firearms activity, you should report it immediately, either to the police on 101, or by calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Gedling councillor and Notts police and crime panel member Boyd Elliott is serving 14-month drink-driving ban

Joe Locker (LDR Reporter)
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Gedling councillor and Notts police and crime panel member Boyd Elliott is serving 14-month drink-driving ban

A Conservative Gedling borough councillor who sits on Nottinghamshire’s Police and Crime Panel is serving a 14-month drink-driving ban, it has been revealed.

Boyd Elliott, Nottinghamshire County Councillor for the Calverton ward, and a Gedling Borough councillor, had his case heard at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on December 17 last year.

The court confirmed to the Local Democracy Reporting Service he was convicted of a drink-driving related offence, and was disqualified from driving for 14 months.

Mr Elliott was approached for comment, but he had not responded by the time of publication.

Senior Labour politicians say the conviction puts Cllr Elliott’s position in office in doubt, but Conservatives say he is “deeply apologetic” and backed him to remain as a councillor.

A Nottinghamshire Conservatives spokesman said: “We are aware that Cllr Boyd Elliott appeared before the Nottingham Magistrates’ Court late last year in relation to a drink-related driving offence, pleaded guilty at the earliest opportunity, and was dealt with accordingly.

“Cllr Elliott is deeply apologetic for his actions and recognises that he has let both himself and his family down. 

“Although now serving a period of disqualification from driving, the legal ramification does not otherwise impact on councillor Elliott’s ability to carry out his duties as the county councillor to Woodborough, Lambley and Calverton.

“During his tenure as an elected member, Cllr Elliott has been a strong and steadfast advocate for his community and has an excellent track record of supporting his residents and delivering on their priorities.

“Subject to the result of May’s County Council election, we have every confidence that he will continue to do so.”

Cllr Elliott also sits as a member of the Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Panel, which meets to scrutinise the actions and decisions made by Notts Police and Crime Commissioner, Gary Godden (Lab).

The panel supports and challenges the police commissioner in his duties, and makes sure his actions have considered the priorities of community safety partners, among other things.

In a joint statement, Labour MPs Michael Payne and Michelle Welsh – who represent the Gedling and Sherwood Forest constituencies respectively – added: “Drink-driving is a serious criminal offence that puts lives at risk.

“The public rightly expect high standards of those who serve them in public office – this flagrant disregard for drink driving laws falls well short of the high standards expected by the public.

“There are now serious questions regarding fitness for public office and whether Cllr Elliott should be representing the people of Nottinghamshire on the city and county’s Police and Crime Panel, as well as continuing to serve as a county councillor with responsibility for road safety across Nottinghamshire.”

New sculpture celebrating Arnold’s history will welcome visitors to town centre

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New sculpture celebrating Arnold’s history will welcome visitors to town centre

A new sculpture celebrating the history of Arnold has been created to welcome people into the town centre

The new artwork has been designed by local artist, Richard Janes.

The artists worked in collaboration with pupils at Arnold Hill Spencer Academy, Richard Bonington Primary School, Redhill and also Woodborough Scouts and Gedling Borough Council has been erected in Arnold.

Mayor Ron McCrossen, right’ was joined by Councillor Jenny Hollingsworth, left, and the artist, Richard Janes, right, in Arnold town centre.

This design was inspired by the reference to Ernehale that appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, Ernehale means ‘place frequented by eagles’ or ‘valley of the eagles’.

The new artwork was officially unveiled yesterday (3) by Mayor Ron McCrossen who was joined by Councillor Jenny Hollingsworth and the artist, Richard Janes in Arnold town centre.

The sculpture depicts key points in the town’s rich history and culture, which include: Birthplace of Celebrated landscape painter Richard Parkes Bonington and Pioneering Water engineer Thomas Hawksley; The first major Luddite uprising of 1811; The Bonington Theatre, Library and High Street retail and hospitality; local parks and green spaces and heritage floral designs in hosiery and stocking making.

It also features The eagle or erne which gave Arnold its old name of Ernehale.

The sculpture also includes cast metal panels which include small sculptures made by the local children.

This project was supported by the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).

Remembering Mothers at Gedling Crematorium this March

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Remembering Mothers at Gedling Crematorium this March

Gedling Crematorium is inviting people to visit during the period around Mother’s Day and take time to remember and reflect on beloved relatives they have lost.

On Saturday, March 29, the crematorium on Catfoot Lane in Lambley will be hosting a two-hour flower workshop, in partnership with City Flower Florists, between 12noon and 2pm.

For £30, visitors will be helped to create a personalised, hand-tied, bouquet as a tribute to their loved ones. Tea, coffee and treats will be provided during the two-hour workshop.

The event is cash only and the money needs to be with the crematorium office no later than Saturday, March 22.

Gedling Crematorium is part of Westerleigh Group who own 41 sites in England, Scotland, and Wales.

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PICTURED: Gedling Crematorium

Manager Giulia McDonough said: “We will also provide cards which people can write personal messages on and then deposit in our Letters to Heaven memorial post box.

“We know, from feedback we’ve had since the memorial post box was installed, that the bereaved can take great comfort from posting messages to loved ones, and it helps them maintain a feeling of connection with them.”

Anyone is welcome to visit the crematorium in order to remember their loved ones during the Mother’s Day period.

It does not matter whether or not there is a memorial to their mother or mother figure in the crematorium grounds, or where their funeral took place.

Neither does it matter if someone is recently bereaved, or suffered a loss some time ago, and it makes no difference where they live.

Giulia added: “Mother’s Day is one of those annual occasions when a loss can be felt more and we want to ensure people know that they are very welcome to take comfort in paying tribute to their loved ones at our crematorium.

“It can equally be a particularly difficult time for mothers who are bereaved of a child, and they are also extremely welcome to visit us.”

Anyone interested in booking a place should email GedlingEvents@westerleigh.co.uk, ensuring they provide their name, the size of their party, contact details and any dietary requirements.

For more information about Mother’s Day, other events, and the services available at Gedling Crematorium, visit www.gedlingcrematorium.co.uk

Local people to get more say on where £20m regeneration cash aimed at revitalising Carlton will be spent

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Local people to get more say on where £20m regeneration cash aimed at revitalising Carlton will be spent

Local people are set to have a greater say on where £20m of government cash being awarded to help revitalise Carlton will be spent under new neighbourhood plans.

Gedling MP Michael Payne today (4) confirmed that the funding has now been officially agreed, with Carlton receiving a share of a £1.5 billion pot as part of the government’s Plan for Neighbourhoods.

Carlton is one of 75 towns set to receive funding and specialist support to breathe new life into communities – with the money expected to be handed over later this year.

As part of the Plan for Neighbourhoods, a new Neighbourhood Board will be set up in Carlton, bringing together residents, businesses and community campaigners. The board will decide how to spend the funding, choosing from options that include rejuvenating high streets, local parks, youth clubs, cultural venues and health services.

Angela Rayner, Deputy Prime Minister and the secretary of state responsible for local government said the fully funded Plan for Neighbourhoods puts local people in the driving seat of their potential
The cash can be spent rejuvenating high streets, local parks, youth clubs, cultural venues and health services. (PHOTO: Gedling Eye)
MP Michael Payne welcomed the news and said the cash would ‘unleash the enormous potential we have locally’

It was announced last year that money from the Conservative’s Towns Fund would be awarded to Carlton following a campaign by previous Gedling MP MP Tom Randall.

But Ministers have criticised the scheme’s ‘unfunded and failed approach’ saying local communities were being ‘micro-managed from Whitehall’ and forced to spend money on improvements that didn’t deliver long-term change.

Labour said this new funding scheme instead recognises that communities often ‘have the answers to the local problems they face’ and should be given more control over what they spend their money on.

MP Michael Payne welcomed the news and said teh cash would ‘unleash the enormous potential we have locally’.

“The previous government promised Carlton funding that simply didn’t exist. When I was elected as Gedling’s MP I promised to fight for real cash for our local area – I’m pleased to have secured up to £20 million of real funding for communities in Carlton.

“Today’s announcement means more control in the hands of local people, and less micro-management from central government and I look forward to supporting the work of the Neighbourhood Board as we deliver for residents.”

Angela Rayner, Deputy Prime Minister and the secretary of state responsible for local government said: “For years, too many neighbourhoods have been starved of investment, despite their potential to thrive and grow. Communities across the UK have so much to offer – rich cultural capital, unique heritage but most of all, an understanding of their own neighbourhood.

“We will do things differently, our fully funded Plan for Neighbourhoods puts local people in the driving seat of their potential, having control of where the Whitehall cash goes – what issues they want to tackle, where they want to regenerate and what growth they want turbocharge.”

The Conservatives criticised the funding plans as “wasteful pet projects”.

“Local areas are feeling increased pressure due to immigration, increased council tax and Labour changing the local government finance settlement to benefit urban areas over rural areas,” Shadow housing secretary Kevin Hollinrake said.

“Labour erased the phrase ‘levelling up’ from government and instead of delivering for local communities are now spending taxpayer cash on wasteful pet projects this country can’t afford.”

Full list of road closures and roadworks planned across Gedling borough

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Full list of road closures and roadworks planned across Gedling borough

There are a number of road closures in place across Gedling borough this week that drivers should be aware of.

Some roads are closed while others have lane closures. Temporary traffic measures or diversion routes may also be in place on roads in the region. Motorists are urged to make allowances for these closures and alter their travel arrangements if necessary.

If you’re planning to travel through the borough over the next few weeks take a look at the list below to see whether your journey will be affected.

Arnold

Newcombe Drive, Arnold
04 March – 06 March
Roadworks, delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Dalbeattie Close, Arnold
06 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Oxclose Lane, Arnold
06 March
Traffic management: Lane closure
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Birchfield Road, Arnold
07 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Virgin Media

High Street Avenue, Arnold
10 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Mansfield Road, Arnold
10 March – 11 March
Lane closure on signals island at junction of Mansfield Road & Oxclose Lane
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Oxclose Lane, Arnold
10 March – 11 March
Lane closures on Oxclose Lane to coincide with works taking place on island junction of Mansfield Road from junction of Mansfield Road for full length of Oxclose Lane
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Gedling Road, Arnold
11 March
Roadworks, Delays likely
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Cowdrey Gardens, Arnold
11 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Harwood Close, Arnold
11 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Ramsey Drive, Arnold
11 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Sobers Gardens, Arnold
11 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Nottingham Road, Arnold
11 March – 13 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Worcester Road, Arnold
12 March – 17 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Cadent

Bestwood

Burton Joyce

Padleys Lane, Burton Joyce
07 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Calverton

The Hollins, Calverton
07 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Roadworks

Carlton

Midland Crescent, Carlton
04 March – 07 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Carnarvon Grove, Carlton
05 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Shipley Rise, Carlton
05 March – 06 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Valley Road, Carlton
05 March – 07 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Dale Road, Carlton
05 March – 12 March
Road closure for large bespoke patching repairs from the junction of Carlton Hill for 170m on Dale Road
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Station Road, Carlton
06 March – 06 March
Road closure opposite Midland Road.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Foxhill Road West, Carlton
10 March – 13 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Porchester Road, Carlton
10 March – 21 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: National Grid

Colwick

Tudor Close, Colwick
06 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Daybrook

Byron Street, Daybrook
05 March – 06 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Mansfield Road, Daybrook
09 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Nelson Road, Daybrook
11 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Gedling

Westdale Lane East, Gedling
05 March
Roadworks, Delays possible for installation of a new bus shelter
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Arnold Lane, Gedling
05 March – 07 March
Roadworks, Delays likely
Responsibility for works: National Grid

Freda Avenue, Gedling
06 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Arnold Lane, Gedling
10 March – 17 March
Roadworks for installation of Tactile Crossing Point
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Lambley

Orchard Rise, Lambley
11 March – 12 March
Road closure
Responsibility for works: National Grid

Linby

N/A

Mapperley

Fernleigh Avenue, Mapperley
06 March – 07 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Plains Road, Mapperley
06 March – 08 March
Roadworks, Delays likely
Responsibility for works: Cadent

Woodborough Road, Mapperley
10 March – 04 April
Roadworks and delays likely to lane closure
Responsibility for works: Esp Electricity Limited

Netherfield

Ravenshead

Cheriton Drive, Ravenshead
05 March – 07 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Cadent

Chestnut Avenue, Ravenshead
10 March – 11 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Oakwood Drive, Ravenshead
10 March – 02 April
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Cadent

Redhill

Mansfield Road, Redhill
10 March – 11 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Woodborough

Foxwood Lane, Woodborough
04 March – 05 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Woodthorpe

Marlborough Road, Woodthorpe
06 March – 07 March
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Neighbourhood policing inspector for Gedling borough updates on crime fighting progress made during February and priorities for March

Emily Sanchez
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Neighbourhood policing inspector for Gedling borough updates on crime fighting progress made during February and priorities for March

Gedling neighbourhood policing team’s Inspector Heather Harding has provided an update on how they have progressed on tackling crime across the borough during and February and what will be the priorities in March.

She said: “As we move into March – I have no idea where February went! – I would like to tell you about some changes to your Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT). 

“PC Andy Buss is moving on from Gedling Central to the South team, where his passion for proactive work around traffic offences will be greatly welcomed. PC Matt Hirst is the new beat manager for Daybrook and Bonington areas and he brings a wealth of experience and has already been making some good community contacts in the area. “

Harding provided an update about tackling anti-social behaviour across the borough.

She said: “The number of ASB incidents in the area has significantly decreased over the last few months.

“Gedling Borough Council have secured an additional few weeks funding for the outreach youth workers which had helped massively.

“The NPT teams are continuing to positively engage with the young people within the Borough as a deterrent and they are building good relationships with the people that they meet.

“In addition, the teams have been going into local schools to speak to children about behaviour and consequences so that they are clear on the acceptable standards of behaviour.”

The Inspector said progress had been made on cracking down on nuisance vehicles.

She said: “There have been no reported car meets in the area in February, which is good to see. The South NPT team continue to patrol the relevant areas which is no doubt acting as a deterrent for drivers.

She added: “Please ensure that you report any concerns or nuisance vehicles in your areas so that the teams can direct their patrol to the right places. “

The inspector also offered a warning around a spike in burglaries across the area.

The Inspector said: “In the last few weeks there has been a slight increase in burglaries – please could you ensure that you remain vigilant in your neighbourhood and report any suspicious activity to the Police to allow officers to attend and address any concerns.”

Harding said efforts were now being made to deal with begging across the borough.

She said: There is now an organised escalation process in place in relation to people who are found begging in the local area. This includes signposting and support at all stages to enable the people involved to make better choices.

“The NPT continue to engage with them as well as local businesses to address this problem.”

A change in policing priorities will begin next month.

Inspector Harding said: “This is the final month for our current priorities within the Gedling Borough. There has been some super work by the NPT teams in relation to these issues and we are already looking at what our priorities will be for the next quarter – if you have a problem in your local area then please report it via 101 or speak to your local team. 

“The NPT teams are looking to increase their engagements in the local communities so if you have an event coming up that you would like the Police to attend then please get in touch.”

“Finally, as we start the holy month, I’d like to wish everyone in the Muslim community Ramadan Mubarak.”

91% of parents secure first choice Notts secondary school places for their children

Lucy Linton
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91% of parents secure first choice Notts secondary school places for their children

Thousands of Nottinghamshire families received good news today (March 3) after it was revealed most children have been offered a place at one of their preferred secondary schools for September 2025.

Of the 9,316 on-time applications, 90% have been allocated a place at one of their preferred schools, with 91% securing their first choice.

Those who applied online will receive their offer via email or can check their school admissions account for details. For postal applications, a letter is expected to arrive in the coming days.

Parents have until March 16 to accept their child’s school place. If a child has not been offered a place at their preferred school, they will be automatically placed on that school’s waiting list. Families can also choose to appeal, but they are advised to accept their child’s current offer while considering other options.

Councillor Ben Bradley, Cabinet Member for Education and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, said “The move to secondary school is a big step for pupils in year 6.

More and more families are making the move to live and work in Nottinghamshire, and we are committed to providing high-quality school places for all.”

For those who applied late or made changes after the October deadline, results will be received after March 27.

For further information on admissions, click here.

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