Here are our top five picks of what to do this weekend in Gedling borough.
Legends of Motown
The Bonington, Arnold Saturday, October 12 – 7.30pmTickets: £20
Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown’s biggest hits and is coming to The Bonington in ARnold.
Enjoy stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music of the iconic and timeless Motown era. Undoubtedly the golden era of music, the show pays tribute to the legendary artists that appeared on the Motown label at that time.
Get ready to be wowed with a song list that won’t fail to have you up and out of your seats and dancing in the aisles. Make it a night to remember with the music authentic to the Motown label from artists such as Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, The Temptations, Jackie Wilson and many more!
Trivia fans can enjoy a pub quiz at The Gedling Inn. £10pp, teams of 3+, including a chip cob. Get your teams together for a fantastic night of trivia, sticky 13’s and plenty of beers.
Stargazers have caught a glimpse of the northern lights in Gedling borough with a beautiful light display spotted in places such as Arnold and Burton Joyce.
The aurora borealis splashed vivid colours over the borough on Thursday night, with bright red and green lights seen in the sky.
Borough residents quickly rushed out of their doors to snap stunning pictures of the rare phenomenon – with some reporting seeing “the sky dance” in the early hours of the morning.
Borough resident and talented photographer Tammy Mills was one of the many to capture the event in the skies over Burton Joyce last night…
PHOTO: Tammy Mills
The Met Office had previously said a severe solar storm heading for Earth means the aurora borealis could be visible across parts of the UK for several nights.
The forecaster said in a post on X said: “A coronal mass ejection from the sun is earth bound and whilst there’s some uncertainty on its arrival time, sightings of the #aurora are likely in northern areas with a slight chance in the south too.”
Did you get a picture of the lights over the borough? Email them and we’ll include them on our page news@gedlingeye.co.uk
With the battle lines now clear in the Conservative Party leadership contest, one former borough MP has thrown his weight behind Robert Jenrick to become new leader.
Newark MP Jenrick has represented the area since 2014, with his campaign for the Tory leadership gaining traction since it launched in July.
On Wednesday it was announced Mr Jenrick and Kemi Badenoch, the MP for North West Essex, are the final two Tories in the race to take over from former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at the top of the party.
That was after James Cleverly – who looked to be the favourite after winning the penultimate vote on Tuesday – was surprisingly eliminated from the race.
Ms Badenoch’s votes increased from 30 votes on Tuesday to 42, beating Mr Jenrick by one vote, with his support increasing from 31 to 41.
Mr Cleverly – who’s a former Home Secretary and Foreign Secretary – saw his vote fall from 39 to 37.
It means Mr Jenrick will face the vote of the 170,000 Conservative Party members later this month – alongside former Business Secretary Ms Badenoch.
He’s the only remaining Conservative MP in Nottinghamshire, but has the backing of some prominent local Tories.
Former Sherwood MP Mark Spencer says Jenrick ‘recognises the mistakes the Party has made’Cllr Ben Bradley might be good news for Nottinghamshire to have the leader of the party here if Jenrick won PHOTO: LDRS
Public confidence in the Conservative Party reduced in the final years of the last Government.
Part of this was due to the impact of Brexit and Covid, but some Tories are hoping Mr Jenrick could help “gain the confidence” of the public back.
Mark Spencer, former Sherwood Conservative MP and Chief Whip under Boris Johnson’s Government believes both Jenrick and Badenoch would be good leaders.
However, his preference lies with his former neighbouring MP.
He said: “He understands he has to listen, he also listened to the messages we were getting on the doorstep.
“We didn’t grow the economy as fast as we should have, we didn’t deal with immigration despite saying we were going to.
“He recognises the mistakes we’ve made, he’s willing to listen further to the public’s concerns and criticisms.
“There are those in the party that think Labour are making a mess of things- their failure doesn’t necessarily translate to our success. It’s a mistake to presume that.
“We have a sophisticated electorate that has many concerns and aspirations. We as a party have to make sure we align with them, have solutions and the same ambition as the public.”
Cllr Ben Bradley, the leader of the county council and former MP for Mansfield has consistently backed Badenoch publically.
However, he believes “the right two got through” and said he would be happy with either candidate.
He said: “I think [Robert Jenrick] understands the problems that we face as a party, no doubt he would do a good job – it might be good news for Nottinghamshire to have the leader of the party here.
“My preference is for Kemi, we entered parliament together in 2017, and we’ve been very good friends for a long time.
“I’ve seen her integrity, her bravery standing up for what she believes in and I have seen how effective she is at being a minister and making a case and tackling really difficult issues sensitively and clearly.
“I think she would genuinely make a significant change in the party that is needed if we are going to repair things and be electable for the wider public in future, but I am confident either of them would do a good job.”
The vote of Conservative Party members closes on October 31, and the new Tory leader will be announced on November 2.
Bus passengers on a route serving parts of Carlton are being warned to expect delays and be aware a diversion will be in place while roadworks takes place to put in a cycle path.
Morley Road will be closed from today (11) and will reopen on Thursday, October 17
During the road closure Blue 39 will divert via Forester Road and Standhill Road.
This will mean the following stops cannot be served:
While the diversion is in place buses will be ‘hail and ride’ along Forester Road and Foxhill Road West. NCT advised passengers requesting the bus to do it in plenty of time for the driver to stop safely.
Work began on the two-way cycle path on Porchester Road back in July and the Nottingham City Council said they expect work to be completed in December.
The new cycle route is expected to cost around £1.7m with the cash coming from the Active Travel Fund.
The government has unveiled it’s promised employments right bill which they touted as “biggest upgrade to rights at work for a generation”
The Bill includes a ban on exploitative zero-hours contracts and “unscrupulous” fire and rehire practices.
Other measures included in the new Bill includes extending statutory sick pay for millions of workers and beefing up unfair dismissal laws.
“We’re raising the floor on rights at work to deliver a stronger, fairer and brighter future of work for Britain,” deputy prime Minister Angela Rayner declared.
But some business groups have expressed concern at the plans, while others have argued that the government has watered down or delayed certain elements to try to keep both employers and employees happy.
Most of the proposals will take effect in two years’ time so changes could still be made but today (10) the Government outlined what was being proposed and how it could affect workers.
Zero-hours contracts
Workers currently on zero-hours contracts – also known as casual contracts – are not guaranteed hours from employers, but they also do not have to work when asked.
Under the new legislation, companies will be required to offer a zero-hours worker a guaranteed-hours contract based on the hours they clock up during a 12-week period.
Employees who prefer having a zero-hours contract will still be able to remain on those terms if it suits them – the change is that they will have the right for guaranteed working hours if they want them.
Those on zero-hours contracts will also be entitled to “reasonable” notice ahead of any changes being made to their shifts. They will also receive compensation if a shift is cancelled or ended early.
PHOTO: Aldi
Sick pay
The Bill proposes that the waiting period and lower earnings limit to receive Statutory Sick Pay will be removed.
Under the plans, employees will be entitled to Statutory Sick Pay from the first day they are ill and those earning under £123 per week will also be eligible for it.
You can get £116.75 per week Statutory Sick Pay if you’re too ill to work and this will be paid by your employer for up to 28 weeks. Some will receive more if their company has a sick pay scheme.
Currently, to qualify for sick pay, an employee must have been ill for more than three days in a row and earn an average of at least £123 per week.
Unfair dismissal
Workers will have the right to claim unfair dismissal against their employer from day one in their new job.
Currently their is a two-year qualifying period.
However, staff will be subject to a nine-month probation period, during which employers can dismiss someone more easily and without the full process required.
The government is planning a series of consultations before the new rights come into force in autumn 2026.
Flexible working
Flexible working is to become the “default” for all workers when the new Bill comes into force.
The government defines flexible working as a way of working “that suits an employee’s needs” – for example, having flexible start and finish times, or working from home.
Employers would be required to say yes to requests from staff from their first day starting in a job unless they can prove it is “unreasonable”.
Employees can already request flexible working from their first day in a job, but an employer can turn down an application if they have a good business reason for doing so.
But there appears to be many reasons available to employers to refuse flexible working in the new bill.
The grounds against granting requests include:
Burden of additional costs
Detrimental effect on ability to meet customer demand
Inability to re-organise work among existing staff
Inability to recruit additional staff
Detrimental impact on quality
Unpaid parental and bereavement leave
Parents are currently only allowed to take unpaid parental leave if they have been with a company for more than a year. The government plans to change this to become a right from “day one” in employment.
The same will apply for bereavement leave.
Anyone legally classed as an employee has the right to time off if a dependant dies.
A dependant could be their:
Husband
Wife
Civil partner or partner
Child
Parent
A person who lives in their household (not tenants, lodgers or employees)
A person who relies on them, such as an elderly neighbour
A pioneering initiative to help enhance mental health support for young people across Gedling borough has been launched this week.
Gedling Borough Councillors Henry Wheeler, Portfolio Holder for Lifestyles, Health, and Wellbeing, and Kathryn Fox, Portfolio Holder for Life Chances and Vulnerability, have partnered with Positively Empowered Kids CIC, a local social enterprise committed to empowering young people and parents. The organisation offers essential tips, tools and signposting for children’s mental wellbeing as a preventative measure.
Other local partners in the initiative include NottAlone, a website providing information and mental health support for people in Nottinghamshire and Be U Notts, who provide mental health and emotional wellbeing support for people between 0-25 years of age and their parents and carers.
The collaboration focuses on talking to young people about their experiences and knowledge around mental health, alongside gaining valuable information about what they need in their community to support them and their peers.
Councillor Henry Wheeler and Councillor Kathryn Fox at one of the Youth Centre Events
As part of this initiative, Cllrs Wheeler and Fox, along with representatives from Positively Empowered Kids, visited youth centres in Calverton, Redhill, and Netherfield. During these visits they gathered valuable feedback from young people on their experiences of the current state of mental health support they are aware of and identify areas for improvement.
Cllr Wheeler emphasised the importance of the initiative.
He said: “Supporting the mental health of our young people is crucial. By listening to young people, we can better understand their needs and ensure that every child in Gedling borough has access to the resources they need to thrive.”
Cllr Fox added: “This partnership is about giving our children the tools they need to manage their emotions and face the challenges of growing up. We are committed to ensuring that no child is left without the support they need as they progress through their educational journey.”
Jackie Wilson, director of Positively Empowered Kids said: “Collaborative working is the way forward to make a bigger difference for young people. Taking time to listen to their views and ideas has been an incredible opportunity for us to collectively understand their experiences and needs.
“My hope is that this work can continue, this time in co-production with the young people so they are empowered to be pro-active with their mental health, with a clear understanding of services and support they can access, and ripple that knowledge out to theirpeers”
Gedling Borough Council said it will be working with key partners including NHS & Public Health to ensure that adequate mental health services are accessible for children & young people within their educational settings.
Scammers are targeting rail passengers in Gedling borough by setting up fake train customer help accounts on social media.
Since the beginning of August, East Midlands Railway (EMR) has identified and reported 14 fake X accounts which are using EMR’s profile name, bio, profile image and cover photo to trick users – often with the aim to defraud them.
To help, the train operator company is asking its customers to follow the following tips when they want to contact the company via social media.
Philippa Cresswell, customer service director at East Midlands Railway, said: “In recent months, we have seen a significant increase in the number of fake EMR accounts on social media. They are often quite convincing, and its easy to see how some of our customers could be fooled into thinking they are communicating with us.
“That’s why we are urging our customers to double check before engaging and make sure to always check the social media handle.
EMR’s official social media accounts have blue ticks.
The official EMR X account has a blue tick
She added: “Customers should never provide passwords, and although our social media team do sometimes process payments, customers should never provide details unless they are certain it’s us they are talking to. If any customer thinks they have given their details to a scammer please report it to Action Fraud.”
A fake account asking for personal details – something EMR say you should never give out
EMR has issued a number of tips it advised customers to follow when they want to contact them via social media. They are:
Always check the handle, make sure things are spelt correctly
Check how long the account has been open – EMR opened its X account in October 2008
If they are unsure, they should not give out any personal data – instead visit EMR Contact Us page to be confident they are speaking to EMR directly
Never provide passwords – EMR will never ask you for one
Only share personal data if they are totally certain their speaking to EMR
Any customer who think they have given details to a fake account, please report this to Action Fraud at https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/“
In business, often working together leads to more rewards. Partnerships can open new doors and opportunities that might not have been possible. Sometimes to truly unlock the potential of your own business, working with another is the key.
Two heads are better than one
Strategic partnerships offer you the chance to combine resources, meld minds, share expertise, and create something greater than the sum of your individual parts. No matter how great your business is, it will have some limitations. Maybe everything’s going well in the local market, but you could use some help growing internationally. Maybe you’ve got the perfect product but not the marketing team who can bring it to the right audience. By partnering with a company that is strong in your weaker areas, you can overcome hurdles that might otherwise have been insurmountable.
Choose a partner wisely
Not all partnerships are set up to succeed. A successful partnership will share values, complement each other’s strengths, and work together to fulfil a vision. Look for a business that can fill your own organisation’s gaps. Make sure to set clear goals from the get-go: being on the same page throughout will help avoid any confusion or disagreement further along the line.
A bad partnership can be worse than no partnership
Every partnership should have a clear purpose and strategy. If two businesses disagree on the best way forward, the road ahead will be clouded, and you may be wasting time in entering an agreement. Before committing to a partnership, make sure you’re clear on the specific problem, or problems, the partnership aims to solve, how it advances your business goals, and the value you’re creating together that you couldn’t create separately.
Consider seeking expert help
A well-planned legal agreement makes sure that the partnership is set up on solid ground. Ensure you have a watertight contract that protects your business’s interests, and everything from profit-sharing to intellectual property (IP) rights is clearly defined. A corporate solicitor can advise on these aspects of a deal, as well as employment law and regulatory compliance.
A partnership may be a marathon, rather than a sprint
Building a successful partnership will likely take time, effort, and patience. The early days may be about your businesses learning to work together and align your processes. Try not to be discouraged at the first sign of trouble. Instead, view any hurdles as opportunities to strengthen your partnership and forge a clearer vision.
Stay flexible
As markets shift and technology evolves, consumer preferences change. If a partnership is too rigid, it may be left behind. A solicitor can help you include clauses in the agreement that allow for regular assessment of your goals and strategy. You might want to set up processes for pivoting if market conditions shift.
Keep communicating
Communication is important in a partnership, as in every other area of business. Make sure to have regular check-ins to discuss progress and any concerns. Being transparent can encourage your partner to follow suit. Remember that you’re in it together. Open communication can better equip you to tackle any challenges.
Cold and wet weather brings with it many challenges for farmers and small holdings. With farmers having to keep herds dry and clean, there are several factors to consider when it comes to keeping a herd in the best conditions during times of bad weather. From preventing the risk of disease to ensuring there is enough ventilation in the building to keep both the cows and their bedding dry, these tips will help you make the best decisions for your herd. Particularly finishing cattle that must be kept in the cleanest of conditions to ensure the risk of contamination is avoided.
Choose the right cattle bedding
Ensuring your cattle are provided with the right type of bedding makes a big difference when keeping them clean and dry in winter. While you will find several options for cattle bedding on the market, straw, although incredibly accessible, is not the best for keeping your cattle dry. Straw can become wet very quickly and can lead to the cattle becoming dirty very quickly, particularly in conditions where lots of cattle are being kept in one place.
For a cleaner, more efficient choice of bedding, opt for high grade sawdust. Processed specifically for the use of cattle bedding, quality sawdust is a biodegradable option that offers high levels of absorption. Incredibly important for the cleanliness of your dairy and beef cattle, and for ensuring they are kept dry. Not only does this provide a higher level of comfort and makes keeping the building clean easier, the cattle are far less likely to be exposed to diseases and infections.
Ensure good air flow throughout the building
One other way to keep your cattle dry in such conditions is to ensure that the airflow in the building is good. This will reduce the amount of damp build-up and keep the cattle bedding from becoming wet, needing to be regularly replaced. Again, an excellent way to prevent the spread of disease and illnesses amongst some of your most valuable cattle.
Natural ventilation through windows and roof vents can be effective, but mechanical ventilation might be necessary in tightly packed facilities or extreme weather conditions.
Additional Tips:
Monitor and Replace Bedding Regularly: Wet or soiled bedding should be replaced promptly to prevent bacterial growth and odour.
Provide Clean Drinking Water: Access to clean water encourages cattle to drink more, aiding in regulating body temperature and preventing urinary tract infections.
Maintain Cleanliness in Feeding Areas: Regularly clean feeders and water troughs to prevent contamination and disease spread.
Monitor Cattle Health: Be observant of any signs of illness or discomfort, and consult a veterinarian if necessary.
Because of technological progress, changing customers and legal decisions, the internet betting market in the UK has grown and developed steadily over the last decade. That means that even as the world advances into late-2024, there are new trends set to transform the UK online betting industry with people changing how they interact with online betting platforms. This article shall focus on such future trends of betting in the UK by analysing the experiences that set the sense of evolution for online betting over the past couple of years.
The Rise of Esports Betting
In recent years, esports have really taken off and amassed a huge fan base, running into millions across the globe, who tune in to watch competitive video gaming. As far as the UK is concerned, esports has recorded enormous growth not only as a viewing sport but even as a betting market. The betting on esports tournaments for such games as League of Legends, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Dota 2 has really taken a turn for the better.
Just this year, the proportion taken by esports betting in the UK online betting marketplace will more than likely be much greater. This market segment’s growth is supported by younger punters, many of whom have already become avid gamers. It is these technology-savvy bettors who love esports because it epitomises the competitive spirit of traditional sports with the added excitement of fast-paced digital arenas. Online betting platforms also tend to latch onto this by creating an e-sports section dedicated to offering markets for various outcomes of different in-game scenarios.
Social Betting and Community-Driven Platforms
Another fad that is sweeping across the UK is social betting. Between social media and community based sites, the modern bettor is no longer satisfied with a loner experience. Social betting platforms allow users to share tips, follow betting influencers, and participate in group bets. 2024 has seen an increase in social betting options where bettors can interact with one another, build communities and even participate in leagues.
Interestingly, the line between traditional online casinos and social betting is beginning to blur, with some platforms integrating features typically associated with online casinos, such as a casino deposit bonus. For example, certain community-driven betting sites offer casino deposit bonuses as incentives to attract new users or reward loyal players. This approach allows bettors to explore casino-style games within a social setting, potentially using their bonuses to participate in friendly competitions or betting pools. By combining elements from both casino and social betting experiences, these platforms aim to appeal to a wider range of users who enjoy both traditional gambling and interactive social features.
Increased Focus on Responsible Gambling and Regulation
With the expansion of internet betting, comes the focus on problem gambling. UK Gambling Commission has already been clamping down on it to protect vulnerable but people can expect it to become even more strict. Online sites will probably have to install better tracking devices to spot signs of gambling addicts and offer them assistance.
Self-exclusion tools, spending limits, real-time tracking of gambling behaviour will all be the norm, due to both regulatory pressure and because these types of things will become possible through AI and machine learning. This transition not only safeguards the consumer, but also adds to the legitimacy of the online betting industry as a whole in the UK.
Mobile-First Betting Platforms
With the continued surge in the use of mobile, the status quo in online betting is gradually changing, as this industry is adopting a mobile-first approach. Because of the improved quality of both mobile and the internet, most bettors in the UK are likely to do their betting on their smartphones and tablets. Its massive popularity can perhaps be attributed to the convenience of being able to place bets from any location at any given time.
The operators, in turn, try to make their sites more mobile-friendly so that users have easy access, fast speeds and smooth integration of payment gateways. The betting applications are becoming increasingly sophisticated: live streaming of events, being able to instantly cash out, even push notifications regarding personalised offers or updates.
Increased Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Analytics
AI and data analytics are becoming a necessity for the online betting world and their usage is expected to grow exponentially by 2025. Betting sites in the UK have been using AI to improve user experiences by providing users with betting options specifically tailored to their individual preferences and behaviours. AI algorithms can look at past data, betting behaviours and tendencies and suggest bets that bettors are more likely to “play”, thus leading to better retention for the betting site.
With the UK online betting industry set for further expansion and development in 2024. Esports, AI, blockchain, VR/AR, mobile-first platforms, social betting, and a lot more focus on responsible gambling are all going to play a huge part in the future of the industry. These facts only show the changing interests of the British better, but also how technology is allowing more interactive, customised, and secure betting. With the industry evolving to these changes, the outlook for online betting in the UK appears much more flexible and more creative then it ever has been.
