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Match Report: Paviors RFC 54 – 12 Sutton Coldfield

Nigel Youl
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Match Report: Paviors RFC 54 – 12 Sutton Coldfield

Midlands 2 North – October 21

This weekend Arnold‘s Pavs welcomed Sutton Coldfield RFC to The Stump in round seven of the current Midlands 2 North competition.

Many seemed nonplussed that the game was still on given the national and local deluges of the last few days, this being testimony to the fantastic work done by the team at Howard Marshall Engineering in bringing the pitches up to a high standard over the off season.

The game also was a celebration for Pavs stalwart Steve Allen who was making his 300th first team appearance in the green and red – a great player as well as a great bloke who extols all of the values of community rugby in its purest form.

Pavs got off to a bright and busy start with Phil Eggleshaw touching down and George Billam adding the extras to give the home side the lead at 7-0 on ten minutes.

Eight minutes later hooker Owen Taylor completed a powerful forward drive to advance Pavs lead to 12-0.

Sutton Coldfield then came into the game and scored via a number of well executed rucks to narrow the lead to 12-5 on thirty five minutes.

Not to be outdone Pavs struck back on thirty nine minutes when Owen Taylor went in for his second try following another well constructed forward drive. With George Billam in fine kicking form the extras were duly added to give Pavs a 19-5 lead at the break.

Following the break, Pavs were very much on the front foot. On forty six minutes, wing Alex Rimmington finished off a superbly created backs move to put Pavs 26-5 up with the Billam extras.

Steve Allen took a break and was replaced by Dan Hyams and the Sutton Coldfield having been under immense pressure now found themselves in trouble with fresh legs on the front row.

Further changes came on fifty five minutes, with talented young centre Morgan James making way for Harry Kerr and Alistair Plant giving the impressive Theo Collier a break.  

On the hour, flanker Josh Flanagan fought his way over following another lineout forward drive and with the now customary Billam conversion take Pavs 33-5 in front.

On sixty five minutes, the strong running Matt Molyneux cut through the Sutton Coldfield defence to touch down between the posts. George Billam added the extras to take Pavs pretty much out of sight at 40-5.

With Pavs now running rampant, Alex Rimmington crossed the whitewash on seventy minutes and Aussie Tom Gladwin battled his way over for his first try for the club on seventy five minutes. Billam added the extras to give Pavs a 54-5 lead with minutes left.

Steve Allen made a reappearance to round his 300th appearance for the team to the pleasure of the gathered throngs.

With seconds left, Sutton Coldfield’s very sharp full back chased down a kick, before being illegally tackled on Pavs line. Very unfortunately,  replacement Harry Kerr was wrongly identified as the perpetrator and sent to the bin having only just recently come on. A penalty try was awarded to bring the final score to 54-12 in favour of the home side.

All in all, a fabulous day for Pavs. Confidence  has grown substantially with the group in recent weeks. They are a young and immensely likeable squad who not only revel in each others company, but are now putting things together skilfully on the pitch. Much of the credit must, of course, go to the coaching panel of Phil Eggleshaw and Jonty Green as well as “The Guru” Pat Billam, but the lads can congratulate themselves for maintaining their energy and positivity no matter the circumstances. Pavs now have a week off before playing West Bridgford RFC at on 4th November  – sure to be a spicy affair!! Onwards ….  !!!!

NB In recent times we have selected forward and back of the match. This is now impossible because the whole squad deserve the plaudits. Just a massive well done to everyone will have to suffice!!

Squad : Steve Allen (55 mins), Owen Taylor (2 Tries), Jake Baldry, Theo Collier (55 mins), Tom Gladwin, Josh Alton-Smith (VC), Josh Flanagan (1 Try), Phil Eggleshaw (1 Try), Ben Taylor, George Billam (7 Conv.), Alex Rimmington (2 Tries), Doug Billam (C), Morgan James( 55 mins), Noah Bhatia, Matt Molyneux (1 Try) 

Replacements : Harry Kerr (55mins), Dan Hyams (55 mins), Alistair Plant (55 mins)

Paviors Rugby Club play at Burntstump Hill, Arnold, NG5 8PQ and the club runs over twenty teams.

New players are always welcome – girls, boys, men & women, there is a team for all.

Further information about the club including contact details can be found on http://www.paviorsrfc.co.uk/ .

Match Report: Carlton Town FC 0 – 2 Stockbridge Park Steels

Alan Murphy
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Match Report: Carlton Town FC 0 – 2 Stockbridge Park Steels

NPL First Division East – 21 October 2023

Late goals from Elliot Murray and Kurtis Turner saw Stocksbridge Park Steels win 2-0 at Stoke Lane.

The defeat was a major disappointment for the Millers, who came into the game having beaten league leaders Belper town in midweek and would have gone joint top with a win.  But ultimately the visitors finished the stronger side in a fairly flat affair and Carlton could have no complaints at the outcome.

With torrential rain the previous day causing a number of postponements across the country, the Millers did well to even get the game on.  Mark Harvey and Tommy Brookbanks made two changes to the side which had beaten Belper.  Khyle Sargent was suspended and Liam Bateman injured.  They were replaced by Shea Thompson-Harris and Michael Ford.

On a soft surface Carlton had what few opportunities there were in the first half.  Dean Freeman headed just wide from a Niall Davie corner on 10 minutes and visiting goalkeeper Ben Townsend made an excellent stop from Alex Hardwick just after the half hour, tipping his deflected free kick away from goal with Alex Howes firing the loose ball wide.

Lamin Manneh ran through on goal just before the break but was brought back by an offside flag.

Carlton suffered a blow at half time when player of the season Dan Brown, playing his 72nd consecutive match, had to go off through injury.  David Adegbola came on with Thompson-Harris moving to centre half.

Freeman went close to converting early in the second half but just couldn’t get on the end of a Davie free kick before Steels fashioned their first opportunity with Felix Annan saving from Luke Rawson.

Stocksbridge enjoyed more of the possession as the half progressed with Alex O’Connor firing over the top after some good play by Basille Zottos.

Annan then made an excellent save at the near post from Rawson before Charlie Oglesby headed wide from a good position.

With just three minutes remaining Steels won a contentious free kick on the half way line.  Goalkeeper Townsend took it, sending the ball into the penalty area.  Annan came to collect but fumbled the ball and Murray was on hand to fire home.

With Carlton chasing the game a neat passing move from Stocksbridge down the left saw them seal the win in added time when Turner’s deflected shot nestled in the corner of the net.  And Carlton’s misery was complete in the last seconds of the game when Thompson-Harris brought down Rawson on the edge of the box and received a straight red card for denying a goalscoring opportunity.

The players came across to the small home support at the final whistle to thank them for their efforts.  They will look to get back on track when Stockton Town visit in midweek.

Carlton Town: F Annan, S Thompson-Harris, L Durow, D Brown (D Adegbola 46), D Freeman, N Davie, L Manneh, M Ford, A Hardwick, A Howes (Z Hill 69), N Hylton (M Jawara 78). Unused subs:  L Sisawo-Danso

Goals: Elliot Murray 87, Kurtis Turner 90

Carlton Town Supporters Club MOTM: Niall Hylton

Att: 112

Gedling Lotto results: Winning numbers for Saturday, October 21, 2023

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Gedling Lotto results: Winning numbers for Saturday, October 21, 2023

There is a chance to win up to £25,000 every Saturday when you play Gedling Lotto.

You just need to match six numbers to win the £25,000 jackpot.

We now publish the winning numbers each Saturday night.

THIS WEEK’S WINNING NUMBERS (21/10/23)

8 4 2 8 0 6

How does Gedling Lotto work?

Gedling Lotto is a weekly lottery draw that raises money for good causes across Gedling Borough. All good causes supported by the lottery will benefit the Gedling Borough and its residents.

Play the lottery, support Gedling Borough – it’s that simple!

From every £1 ticket you buy, 60p will go to local good causes in the Gedling Borough and improve our community.

Some of the many causes to benefit from the Lotto include:

  • Arnbrook Primary School
  • Arnold Swimming Club
  • Gedling Play Forum
  • Gedling Conservation Trust
  • Lambley Village Cricket Club
  • This is Gedling Magazine

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There is a chance to win up to £25,000 every Saturday when you play Gedling Lotto.

You just need to match six numbers to win the £25,000 jackpot.

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DARTS: Gedling Club, Admiral Rodney, Nags Head and Old Ship top the league after two rounds

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DARTS: Gedling Club, Admiral Rodney, Nags Head and Old Ship top the league after two rounds

Lowdham & District Village Mens Dart League RESULTS October 18

Two games into the new season and four teams sit top of the table with three points.

The Gedling Club, Calverton‘s Admiral Rodney, Woodborough’s Nags Head and Lowdham’s Old Ship have all won one and drawn one of their opening two matches.

The league continues to look like it will be be a tight affair this season with five of the ten season openers ending in a tie and only one team, Calverton’s Gleaners ‘B’, having failed to pick up a point in their opening two matches.

The Knock Out Cup 1st round will be held on Wednesday, November 1 with an 8.30p.m. start as CWMC take on the Admiral Rodney and the Nags Head play the Cross Keys B/J.

New players and teams are always welcome and with seven of the ten teams based in the borough it’s a great way to spend your Wednesday evening. If you want to get involved or learn more, you can visit the league Facebook page here .

Calverton man due in court after bike thefts

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Calverton man due in court after bike thefts

Neighbourhood police investigating the theft of bicycles in West Bridgford have charged a man from Calverton.

Bikes were taken from outside McDonald’s, in Radcliffe Road, on October 13 and Asda, in Loughborough Road, on October 16.

Officers from the West Bridgford neighbourhood policing team studied CCTV from nearby venues as part of their investigation and Response teams arrested a man on Thursday (19).

Forty-four-year-old Lee Love, of Lee Road, Calverton, has been charged with two counts of theft of a pedal cycle and is due to appear at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on Friday (20 October).

Inspector Tim Cuthbert, neighbourhood policing inspector for Rushcliffe, said:

“We know many people rely on their bikes to get around so hope people are reassured by our response to these two thefts.

“I’m pleased a suspect has been identified and placed before the courts at the earliest opportunity.”

Flood warnings remain in place as Storm Babet chaos continues across Gedling borough

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Flood warnings remain in place as Storm Babet chaos continues across Gedling borough

Roads have been closed due to flooding and warnings remain in place as Storm Babet continues to cause severe disruption across Gedling borough. Main Street in Woodborough was closed and a warning was placed on Arnold Lane in Gedling.

Gedling Country Park was also closed to visitors.

Cllr Neil Clarke, the County Council’s Cabinet Member for Transport and Environment, said: “Storm Babet has brought heavy rain to Nottinghamshire and at present, two weather warnings for rain are both in place across the county until 6am tomorrow morning.

Flood

“Parts of Nottinghamshire are already experiencing flooding due to heavy rainfall and we are working closely with our partner agencies to keep residents safe.“A number of road closures, over 40 at present, are in place and these can be found on the current disruption page of our website.

“We would like to remind motorists not to drive through flood water and to never ignore road closure signs as these are put in place to ensure safety for all road users.”

Several bus services were been cancelled, including the 747 Oxton to Calverton and Lowdham.

Cllr Clarke added.“We would like to thank Nottinghamshire communities for their patience and resilience whilst we deal with flooding.”

Flood warnings remain in place on land around Dover Beck, Cocker Beck, Woodborough Brook, Ouse Dyke and on land around the River Trent.

From The Great Escaper to The Canterville Ghost: The big screen picks at The Bonington in Arnold this half term

Justin Doddy
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From The Great Escaper to The Canterville Ghost: The big screen picks at The Bonington in Arnold this half term

The Canterville Ghost (PG)

Mon 23 – Tue 31 Oct, Various Times           £6.80pp          £5.00pp on Tuesdays

In this vivid adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s classic children’s story, the ghost of Sir Simon Canterville (Stephen Fry) has been roaming his castle for centuries, searching for a descendant who can release him from his curse by performing a brave deed. The only problem is – he keeps scaring them away!

Finally – a family move in who refuse to be startled, and Sir Simon is able to tell his tale to the inquisitive and courageous Virgina (Emily Carey). Can the two of them survive The Ghost Catcher (Miranda Hart), and The Reverend (Toby Jones), to bring balance to the castle and set Sir Simon free?

“Oscar Wilde’s short story is the basis for this energetic family cartoon, with a spirited ghost voiced by Stephen Fry and a brief visit from confrere Hugh Laurie.” Guardian ★★★

Directed by Kim Burdon, Robert Chandler
Voiced by Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie, Imelda Staunton, Emily Carey,
Miranda Hart, Toby Jones & Freddie Highmore
1hr 29 mins // UK 2023

The Great Escaper (12A)

Mon 23 Oct – Tue 14 Nov, Various Times          £6.80pp         £5.00pp on Tuesdays

In the summer of 2014, Bernard Jordan (Michael Caine) made global headlines. He had staged a “great escape” from his care home to join fellow war veterans on a beach in Normandy, commemorating their fallen comrades at the D-Day Landings 70th anniversary. It was a story that captured the imagination of the world as Bernie embodied the defiant, “can-do” spirit of a generation that was fast disappearing. But of course, it wasn’t the whole story.

It was an inspirational but sanitised retelling of one man’s need to come to terms with the lasting trauma of war. Bernie’s adventure, spanning a mere 48 hours, also marked the culmination of his 60-year marriage to Rene (Glenda Jackson) – The Great Escaper celebrates their enduring love but always with an eye to the lessons we might learn from the Greatest Generation.

Directed by Oliver Parker
With Michael Caine, Glenda Jackson
1hr 36 mins // UK 2023

The Old Oak (15)

Mon 23 Oct – Wed 8 Nov, Various Times          £6.80pp         £5.00pp on Tuesdays

The Old Oak is a special place. Not only is it the last pub standing, but it’s also the only remaining public space where people can meet in a once thriving mining community that has now fallen on hard times after 30 years of decline. TJ Ballantyne (Dave Turner) the landlord hangs on to The Old Oak by his fingertips, and his predicament is endangered even more when the pub becomes contested territory after the arrival of Syrian refugees who are placed in the village without any notice.

In an unlikely friendship TJ meets a curious young Syrian Yara (Ebla Mari) with her camera. Can they find a way for the two communities to understand each other? So unfolds a deeply moving drama about their fragilities and hopes.

“Ken Loach’s fierce final call for compassion and solidarity” Guardian ★★★★

“A timely reminder that communities should offer welcoming hands” Filmhounds ★★★★

Directed by Ken Loach
1hr 53 mins // UK 2023

Event Cinema: The Prince of Egypt

Sunday 29 October & Saturday 4 November at 12.30pm          £12.50pp

Based on the classic DreamWorks Animation film and featuring Stephen Schwartz’s “miraculous music” (Time Out) – including his Academy Award®-winning song ‘When You Believe’ – and Sean Cheesman’s “astonishing choreography” (The Guardian), this epic, critically acclaimed production with an original London cast and orchestra of more than 60 artists tells an inspiring tale of resilience and hope.

Journey through the wonders of Ancient Egypt as two young men, raised together as brothers in a kingdom of privilege, find themselves suddenly divided by a secret past. One must rule as Pharaoh, the other must rise up and free his true people; both face a destiny that will change history forever.

Filmed live at the Dominion Theatre in London, this spectacular stage show comes to cinemas for the first time.

Event Cinema: Klimt & the Kiss

Monday 30 October at 7.30pm & Wednesday 8 November at 4.30pm          £12.50pp

The Kiss by Gustav Klimt is one of the most recognised and reproduced paintings in the world. It is perhaps the most popular poster on student dorm walls from Beijing to Boston.

Painted in Vienna around 1908, the evocative image of an unknown embracing couple has captivated viewers with its mystery, sensuality and dazzling materials ever since it was created. But just what lies behind the appeal of the painting – and just who was the artist that created it?

Delving into the details of real gold, decorative designs, symbolism and simmering erotica, a close study of the painting takes us to the remarkable turn of the century Vienna when a new world was battling with the old.

From the director of Frida Kahlo and Mary Cassatt – Painting the Modern Woman comes a powerful, gripping and passionate new film.

Halloween Screening: The Birds (15)- 60th Anniversary

Tuesday 31 October at 7.30pm          £5.00pp

Wealthy reformed party girl Melanie Daniels enjoys a brief flirtation with lawyer Mitch Brenner in a San Francisco pet shop and decides to follow him to his Bodega Bay home. Bearing a gift of two lovebirds, Melanie quickly strikes up a romance with Mitch while contending with his possessive mother and boarding at his ex-girlfriend’s house. One day, during a birthday party for Mitch’s younger sister, a flock of birds attacks the children in what seems to be a random incident. In fact, it signals the beginning of a massive and organised avian assault on the residents of the town – a mysterious spate of violence that no one can explain… and from which no one might come out alive.

“A peerless horror film” Telegraph ★★★★★

“Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds turns 60 this year, but its post-WWII anxieties are more prescient than ever”

Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
With Tippi Hedren
1hr 59 mins // US 1963

Gedling Lotto is an exciting weekly lottery that raises money for good causes in the Gedling Borough. All good causes supported by the lottery will benefit the Gedling Borough and its residents.

Play the lottery, support the Gedling Borough – it’s that simple!

Gedling Eye supports This is Gedling FREE Magazine and you can do the same – you can buy your Gedling Lotto tickets here: Gedling Lotto

Cinema prices are very competitive, with tickets at £6.80, and concessions at £5.80. Concessions are open to those Under 18, Students with valid student ID, and over 60s.

On Tuesday’s, cinema tickets are just £5

Tickets for 16-25 Year Old’s are £4 via a free membership here- Young Person’s Membership – The Bonington (boningtontheatre.co.uk)

**Disney 100 screenings are £4pp / £3pp**

Event Cinema is priced separately. Please see website for details.

For information please contact:

Box Office: 0115 901 3640

bonington@gedling.gov.uk

www.boningtontheatre.co.uk

 

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 20/10/23

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See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 20/10/23

These are the latest applications to have been submitted to and validated by Gedling Borough Council this week.

Over 20 applications were submitted to Gedling Borough Council and validated over the last week.

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers validated this week (w/e 20/10/23) and will now decide on. 

More details can be found on the Gedling Borough Council planning site HERE.

Approval of details reserved by condition 8 (details of replacement windows and doors to the front elevation) of permission 2022/0356

Frank Key Ltd Builders Yard Portland Street Daybrook Nottinghamshire NG5 6BL. Ref. No: 2023/0748DOC 

Single storey rear extension to existing dwelling and construction of 2 Storey Dwelling Adjacent with Off Road Vehicle Access and Parking 

2A Henry Street Redhill Nottinghamshire NG5 8JW.  Ref. No: 2023/0741 

First floor front extension, single storey rear extension and alterations to roof including increase in height, hip to gable conversion and rear dormer. 

246 Westdale Lane East Gedling Nottinghamshire NG4 4FW.  Ref. No: 2023/0739 

Single storey ‘link’ extension from Farmshop to the additional tearoom seating area, preparation and storage areas 

Ravenshead Farm Shop At 131 Main Road Ravenshead Nottinghamshire NG15 9GS.  Ref. No: 2023/0743 

Installation of two rapid electric vehicle charging stations 

Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd Sir John Robinson Way Daybrook Nottinghamshire NG5 6BN.  Ref. No: 2023/0737 

Single-storey side/rear extension and conversion of existing cellar into habitable space. 

14 Norman Road Carlton Nottinghamshire NG3 6LN.  Ref. No: 2023/0738 

Single storey side and rear extension 

84 Sandfield Road Arnold Nottinghamshire NG5 6QJ.  Ref. No: 2023/0736 

Single storey to rear, single storey front extension and loft conversion with new rear dormer, plus new render to existing property 

12 Birchwood Drive Ravenshead Nottinghamshire NG15 9EE.  Ref. No: 2023/0735 

Single storey side & rear extensions (wrap around) 

177 Ramsey Drive Arnold Nottinghamshire NG5 6SB.  Ref. No: 2023/0731 

Front Dormer to main roof. Roof light to rear of main roof. 

87 Main Road Gedling Nottinghamshire NG4 3HD.  Ref. No: 2023/0729 

First floor and single storey rear extensions 

108 Sandford Road Mapperley Nottinghamshire NG3 6AG.  Ref. No: 2023/0724 

Approval of details reserved by conditions 5 (Construction Emission Management Plan) and 6 (Arboricultural Impact Assessment and Method Statement) of planning permission 2022/0847 

456 Arch Hill Redhill Nottinghamshire NG5 8PF.  Ref. No: 2023/0725DOC 

Conversion of existing dwelling into 2 flats and constrution of 2 storey side extension to accommodate 3rd flat. 

31 Phoenix Avenue Gedling Nottinghamshire NG4 4DR.  Ref. No: 2023/0720 

Non material amendment to permission 2020/0020 (solar panels to roofs of certain plots)

Land North West Park Road Calverton Nottinghamshire.  Ref. No: 2023/0721NMA 

Non-material amendment to permission 2022/0584 (PV solar panels to some plots)

Land North West Park Road Calverton Nottinghamshire.  Ref. No: 2023/0722NMA 

Application to vary condition 2 (approved plans) of planning permission 2022/0173 (Full planning application for the demolition of existing buildings and replace with 5 No. Dwellings). Variations are erection of four garages; internal alterations; 1.8m fencing and landscaping. 

164 Spring Lane Lambley Nottinghamshire NG4 4PE.  Ref. No: 2023/0709DOC 

Erection of a 51 no. apartment retirement living development (Use Class C3), landscaping, car parking and all associated works 

Site Of Daybrook Laundry Mansfield Road Daybrook Nottinghamshire.  Ref. No: 2023/0701 

Single story rear extension 

4 Coningswath Road Carlton Nottinghamshire NG4 3SH.  Ref. No: 2023/0697 

M1 – Norway Maple reduce its height to avoid telephone wires; C1 – Conifer remove; W1 – Willow re-pollard as in previous applications; T3 – Ash.reduce in height by upto 50%. 

12 Main Street Lambley Nottinghamshire NG4 4PN.  Ref. No: 2023/0689TCA 

Remove overgrown branches to 1 x Pine tree and 1 x Cedar tree situated along the boundary between 4 Pendine Close and 269 Mansfield Road. 

4 Pendine Close Redhill Nottinghamshire NG5 8NS.   Ref. No: 2023/0627TPO 

Single storey rear extension 

29 Whittingham Road Mapperley Nottinghamshire NG3 6BJ.  Ref. No: 2023/0485 

Plans for 131 homes in Linby take step closer despite concerns

Joe Locker (LDR Reporter)
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Plans for 131 homes in Linby take step closer despite concerns

Plans for 131 new homes in a Nottinghamshire village have taken a step closer after one of two local councils involved approved the proposals.

Gedling Borough councillors have approved Barwood Homes’ plans for the site off Hayden Lane in Linby, despite concerns over potential impacts on local GP surgeries and schools.

However the new estate will require the building of two new access roads via Delia Avenue and Dorothy Avenue, which sit within Ashfield District Council’s boundaries.

The developer therefore requires permission from the both authorities to progress the plans.

During a Gedling Borough Council Planning Committee meeting on October 18, one resident spoke to object on behalf of the nearby Vaughan estate.

They said: “The impact of the development will not only have a detrimental effect on us residents, its safety and reputation will have a critical effect on the town itself and its amenities.

“Hucknall’s own residents cannot get a doctors appointment or dentist at the moment ourself and schools seem to be at full capacity, so adding another 130 homes to the equation is only going to put more pressure on the services.”

The resident said properties would lose value, with new homes being built close enough as to have an impact on the views of open countryside, and local roads would become even more congested.

The site is next to the Sherwood Gate residential development where 255 homes are being built.

Responding to the concerns, Robbie Locke, head of planning and strategic land for the applicant, said: “This is an allocated site in your adopted local plan.

“Your local plan involved an extensive and thorough site selection process, it went through consultation and examination that established the principle of development on this site.

“The local highways authority is entirely accepting of the plans. There are no statutory environmental designations, the council’s open space officer has confirmed the level of proposed open space exceeds policy requirements.

“There would be a large area of open space in the centre of the community which will include a play area. In addition to this a separate 4,000 square meters of open space and additional landscaping areas for drainage and wildlife habitats will all make this feel like a spacious and green community.”

He also said the development would help 26 families on the housing waiting list and 14 more young families struggling to find secure homes of their own.

Cllr David Ellis (Lab) said he agrees it is a policy-compliant scheme but has “some sympathy” with residents concerned about GP and dentist appointments.

The developer has pledged significant sums of money to address this, including £70,985 for the expansion of care at Okenhall Medical Practice, Whyburn Medical Practice and The OM Surgery.

Nottingham University Hospitals Trust has also requested a contribution of £141,808.

Education authority Nottinghamshire County Council requested a contribution of £ 746,672, with £551,334 towards secondary education, £105,016 towards post-16 education and a £90,322 cash injection for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities provision.

“With those guarantees I’m happy to support it,” Cllr Ellis said.

Cllr Sam Smith (Con) said he feared for the 38 per cent loss in natural habitats in the area, but council officer Craig Miles said the council’s policy allows for a reduction to allow housing to be built.

STORM BABET: Flood alert status for Gedling borough as warning issued

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STORM BABET: Flood alert status for Gedling borough as warning issued

A “flooding is possible” warning has been issued for parts of Gedling borough as Storm Babet continues to wreak havoc across the country.

The warning, issued by the Environment Agency, is made when “flooding is possible’ and homes and businesses are told to be prepared.

A flood alert has been issued on parts of the River Trent affecting parts of the borough.

PICTURED: Flooding at Burton Joyce back in 2021

The alert said: “River levels are rising at the Colwick river gauge, as a result of Storm Babet. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible.

“Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including communities near to the River Trent, such as Stoke Lane at Stoke Bardolph.

Warnings have also been issued to communities around around the tributaries of the River Trent including Dover Beck, Cocker Beck, Woodborough Brook, and Ouse Dyke.

“Heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. River levels will continue to rise over the weekend.”

A spokesman for the Environment Agency said: “We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services.

“Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.”

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