Councillors voiced their fears of creating ‘a ghetto’ in Carlton if too many elderly people were given flatlets in a multi-storey block which was to be have erected in the district.
The claim was made by two councillors at a meeting of the urban authority’s Housing Committee during discussions on the proposed flats at Walton Crescent, recorded by the Nottingham Guardian Journal in an edition dated April 12, 1969.
A letter was read from Notts County Council approving Carlton Urban Council’s plans to include a group dwelling scheme for the elderly within the block using 19 flats out of the 74 available.
Answering suggestions that the number of flats for the elderly should be increased, Coun. A. Palmer said: “It would be a mistake to group too many together. We could be starting a ghetto of the future.”
He was backed by Coun. J. Rolfe.
However, Coun, Alfred Wheldon deplored the use of the word” ghetto.”
He said :”Do not compare Carlton with Warsaw or New York.”
Coun. T. N. Leighton was also critical of this suggestion.
“We are nowhere near to a ghetto,” he said.
“The old people want to be grouped together because they like their own company rather than being among the young.”
When the issue was put to the vote, it was decided to agree to the initial figure of 19, but to ask the County Council to consider an increase to the number of flats available to the elderly.
Petrol prices remain high across the country, as households across Gedling borough continue to be squeezed by the cost of living crisis.
Gedling Eye has compiled a list of the cheapest petrol pumps in Gedling borough. The data is sourced from PetrolPrices.com, which covers major service stations including brands like BP, Shell, and Texaco as well as supermarkets, smaller chains and independent stations.
The website combines price data from Catalist with its own crowdsource data, which comes from website users and forecourt owners. The site says it hopes to have “the most up to date and reliable price data across the industry”.
The UK’s average fuel price is 144.01p per litre for Unleaded and 152.57p per litre for diesel as of February.
The following prices were reported on 22/02/24
Here are the latest prices from across the borough…
A Gedling MP has called on the Government for help in improving flood defences in villages heavily impacted by recent storms.
During yesterday’s Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Questions in the House of Commons, Gedling MP Tom Randall asked the Flooding Minister for reassurance that the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs will continue to work with him to improve flood defences in Colwick and across Gedling.
Gedling’s Conservative Member of Parliament, Tom Randall said “I thank the Minister for Water for coming to Vale Road in Colwick recently to meet residents affected by flooding. It was very much appreciated.”
Flood minister Robbie Moore, centre, and Gedling MP Tom Randall met with residents in Colwick last month
Tom went on to ask the Minister: “Can [the Minister] reassure me that he and his Department will continue to work with me to improve flood defences both in Colwick and across Nottinghamshire, so that the residents there can sleep a little better at night?”
In response to Tom Randall MP, the Flooding Minister said: “I was glad to visit Colwick and the residents along Vale Road to hear about the impact of recent flooding, not only on them but from the wider residents within that area.
“I will continue to work with [Tom Randall MP] but also Nottinghamshire County Council because I know this is not the only area he is interested in. [Tom Randall MP] has also been working with [Mark Spencer MP], focusing on Lambley and Woodborough as well.
“This work will build on the £51m that has already been allocated to Nottinghamshire County Council, that is already better protecting 15,000 properties.”
Speaking after today’s DEFRA Questions, Tom said: “Recent flooding has caused devastation to families and properties in Colwick, Lambley, Woodborough and Burton Joyce and the Government have, quite rightly, provided grant funding to help mitigate future flooding of properties.
“I have written to properties impacted by flooding to inform them of this grant funding, and I have taken part in multi-agency flood information events across Gedling Borough. It is also reassuring to hear from the Minister today that the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs will continue to work with me and Nottinghamshire County Council to improve flood defences both in Colwick and across Gedling.”
Plans to construct 4 X maisonette / apartments in Mapperley are to be considered by Gedling Borough Council planners following an application submitted by YARN Architecture acting as agent on behalf of Mr. Norman Collins of Mapperley.
The planning application proposes to demolish an existing clinic at 1A Whittingham Road, Mapperley, NG3 6BL describing the works as ‘Demolition of existing clinic and proposed construction of 4no maisonette / apartments with associated parking and waste storage’.
There are three no. one bedroom and one no. two bedroom dwellings proposed with a total of five parking spaces including existing.
PICTURED: Proposed street scene (Courtesy of Gedling Borough Council planning & Yarn Archirecture)PICTURED: Proposed street scene (Courtesy of Gedling Borough Council planning & Yarn Architecture)
Further details regarding Planning Application 2024/0137 can be accessed HERE.
Cloudy with some sunny spells in the morning with isolated light showers, turning heavier into the afternoon, possible risk of thunder. Light winds and feeling mild in any cloud breaks. Maximum temperature 15 °C.
Cloud and further outbreaks of rain in the evening, gradually clearing south to leave dry conditions by midnight, light winds and clearing skies. Temperatures dropping with some rural frost possible. Minimum temperature 3 °C.
Tomorrow will see a cold start to the day with a good deal of sunshine before cloud cover increases into the afternoon ahead of a band of rain arriving in the late afternoon. Maximum temperature 11 °C.
Plans to construct five dwellings to the rear of Scotgrave Farmhouse, Arnold Lane, Gedling, NG4 4HF are to be considered by Gedling Borough Council planners following an application submitted by MNCN Architecture Limited acting as agent on behalf of Darley Developments Limited of London.
Scotgrave Farmhouse is currently advertised for sale by Lester & Bingley Property Consultants of Mansfield.
The proposed development includes the demolition of existing out-buildings and the construction of four semi-detached two storey residential dwellings with associated out-buildings (garages) as well as hard and soft landscaping areas and one detached bungalow.
PICTURED: Proposed site location (Courtesy of Gedling Borough Council planning)PICTURED: Proposed site layout (Courtesy of Gedling Borough Council planning)
The proposal includes tarmacadam vehicle access with block paved driveways with the proposed number of on-site parking spaces including existing totalling 12.
PHOTO: The proposed development is behind Scotgrave Farmhouse (Gedling Eye)PHOTO: The proposed development is behind Scotgrave Farmhouse (Gedling Eye)
A prior planning application in 2019 to erect four detached properties (application no. 2019/0852) was granted conditional permission on January 16, 2020 however the development was not proceed with.
PICTURED: Proposed street scene (Courtesy of Gedling Borough Council planning)
Further details regarding Planning Application 2024/0093 can be accessed HERE.
From charity days to community occasions, if there was an event going on, Gedling Eye was there to share the moment. Do you remember these, or recognise someone in these photos from our archive?
1. In fashion
OCTOBER 2015: The ladies of Netherfield & District Women’s Institutebrought a touch of glamour to St George’s Centre in Netherfield where they held a fashion show to help fund their annual trip.
2. Dojo opens
MARCH 2016: James Martin celebrates the opening of his new dojo in Colwick
3. Happy birthday Ma’am
JUNE 2016: Bunting and Union Jack flags swayed from the trees in Turpin Avenue in Gedling on Saturday as families held a traditional street party to celebrate the Queen’s 90th birthday.
4. Having fun
MARCH 2017: A new £86,000 play area was opened in Netherfield today. The Ley Street Play area was opened at a special ribbon cutting event (March 29) where local school children will be invited to test out the new equipment.
5. Corrie visit
SEPTEMBER 2018: Corrie star Alan Halsall and Mayor of Gedling Barbara Miller open the new Co-operative Travel store on Front Street in Arnold
6. Dig in
FEB 2020: Work on the Gedling Access Road officially begins
An Evening of National Connections Plays – Bonington Theatre, Arnold
Flying High Youth Theatre and Drama groups perform extracts from past NT Connections plays, followed by Flying High Young Company’s 2023 production of Wind/Rush Generation(s) by Mojisola Adebayo. This play is about the British Isles, its past and its present written for all young people to perform regardless of their cultural background, skin colour, ability or gender.
Tickets: £8.00 each (£5.00 under 25s) Age recommendation: 14+ Warning: Some strong language and references to disturbing events in the past
*Please note, this performance will start at 7.30pm, not 7pm as previously stated
Asda’s weekly Mega Event Price Drop in Arnold gives shoppers the chance to snap up amazing deals on select products.
The retailer has announced this weekend’s offers, including mega savings on hot cross buns, Hellmann’s mayonnaise, Lynx fragrances and an air fryer, which are available in store from today (14) until Sunday (17).
This weekend shoppers can bag:
George Home Compact Air Fryer (black, 1.5L capacity) – was £28.00, on offer for £19.00 – saving of £9 and an additional £5 in Asda Rewards Cashpot
Whether shoppers are looking to cook crispy chips, a roast chicken or try a Tik Tok recipe – this air fryer can do it all. This sleek 1.5L compact air fryer can comfortably cook 1-2 portions and comes with a 30-minute timer with auto shut off, for ultimate convenience. One of the most impressive features of this fryer is that no oil is needed, and cleaning is made easy thanks to the dishwasher safe drip tray and basket.
This weekend, shoppers will also get a huge £5 back in their Asda Rewards Cashpot when purchasing the Air Fryer – meaning not only will they save £9 but will also get £5 back to spend instore.
In Store Bakery Hot Cross Buns (four-pack) – was £1.25, now 75p – works out at less than 19p per bun
A perfect weekend treat – deliciously packed with sultanas, raisins and sweetened dried cranberries, these are richly spiced and topped with a classic cross.
Customers online love this product, saying “best hot cross buns in my opinion, fruitier and tastier than most supermarkets” and “can’t say enough about these – they are yummy. The addition of cranberries makes them special and they’re great toasted as well.”
Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise (580ml) – was £3.00, now £1.75 – just 4p per serving
With a 40% saving on the original price over the weekend, this 500ml bottle has 38 servings – meaning that per serving it’s just 4p!
Perfect for salads, burgers or as a sandwich spread – Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise is the perfect condiment to add a creamy texture to any dish. Customers also love this branded-favourite, saying “it’s the best in my books, rich, creamy and tasty!”.
Lynx Africa Body Spray (150ml) and Lynx Gold Body Spray (150ml) – £2.70, on offer at £2.00
With over 1200 five-star reviews on Asda.com, Lynx Africa Bodyspray has the warm fragrance of squeezed mandarin and sandalwood. Also on offer, the Lynx Gold Bodyspray has the irresistible fragrance of oud wood and fresh vanilla, with dual-action odour-busting zinc technology which gives 48 hours of odour protection.
Gedling borough residents are being urged to support an environmental campaign by collecting litter from their street.
Gedling Borough Council is proud once again to be backing Great British Spring Clean – the nation’s biggest mass action environmental campaign.
Commencing on March 15, the annual initiative from Keep Britain Tidy promotes environmental responsibility and encourages people to come together and contribute to keeping their community clean.
A series of events will take place across the borough, involving local schools and residents. These include litter picks, graffiti removal the council’s Climate Change Officer visiting local schools and even a litter-based poetry competition, encouraging creativity in tackling environmental challenges.
The annual event encourages people to come together and contribute to keeping their community clean.
Neighbourhood Wardens and Street Cleaning Teams will also be targeting hot spots areas throughout the spring clean week.
Councillor Marje Paling, portfolio holder for Environmental Services, said: “The Great British Spring Clean is a fantastic chance for us all to make a real difference in keeping Gedling Borough clean, green and tidy.
By getting stuck in, we want residents to maintain a sense of pride and to be inspired to carry on taking care of our beautiful borough not just for the week, but all year round.”
The council said they will be using their social media channels to provide updates on the activities taking place across the borough next week to help keep Gedling tidy.
To learn more about the Great British Spring Clean and pledge your time to become a litter-picking hero, visit www.keepbritaintidy.org.
