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Gedling Borough Council backs reorganisation plan that would see two new North and South councils replacing nine

David Bratton
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Gedling Borough Council backs reorganisation plan that would see two new North and South councils replacing nine

Just two councils for North and South Notts should be created to serve the county when nine existing local authorities are scrapped, Gedling Borough Council say.

The council is one of six in Notts who have created a joint proposal in response to a request by government for suggestions on how counties should be served when the current authorities are scrapped in 2028.

The Government announced back in February that they want to overhaul how local councils are run in a bid to improve efficiency. Larger unitary councils would be formed to replace the smaller authorities currently in power.

The Notts councils are proposing that two unitary authorities are created that are ‘rooted in community and connected by place’. They would provide services for residents in the north and south of the county:

  • Sherwood Forest (North Nottinghamshire) – comprising Ashfield, Bassetlaw, Gedling, Mansfield and Newark and Sherwood Council areas
  • Nottingham and South Nottinghamshire (South Nottinghamshire) – comprising Broxtowe, Nottingham City, and Rushcliffe Council areas

The proposals represent the biggest shake-up of local government in over 50 years.

The cover to the document outlining the final propsal

Nottinghamshire County Council and Rushcliffe Borough Councils have worked together on a separate proposal that would see Gedling and Broxtowe absorbed by the City to create one council and the remaining authorities combining to form a second.

The north-south model, known throughout the public engagement process as Option 1e received the strongest support. The feedback from the public showed that Option 1e received more support than 1b, with around a third of respondents calling for a North-South and perceived geographic split.

The proposal is backed by leaders representing over 70% of the region’s geography and 473,000 residents, and aligns with similar plans in neighbouring Derbyshire.

Councillor Julie Leigh (Bassetlaw), Councillor Paul Peacock (Newark and Sherwood), Executive Mayor Andy Abrahams (Mansfield), and Councillor John Clarke MBE (Gedling) have united in support of the proposal, saying it has the potential to deliver lasting change, financial sustainability, and genuine transformation in public services.

The Leaders have acknowledged concerns raised by residents about the need for reorganisation and the impact it could have on local communities. 

A joint statement from Council Leaders from Bassetlaw, Newark and Sherwood, Mansfield and Gedling said: “This proposal will deliver significant efficiency savings and remove the confusion and duplication that is caused by the current system of county and district councils. 

“Our proposal carries the potential to improve local services and enhance the prosperity of our areas through stronger economic and housing growth, and it brings communities together that have a common connection.

Option 1b would place the iconic City Ground and Trent Bridge Cricket Ground outside of the Nottingham boundary that residents say does not make sense. 

“Since this process began in February, we have worked collaboratively with all councils throughout this intense period. However, we must be realistic about what will deliver the best outcome for our residents, and this is the most sensible option.

“The other option (Option 1b) would place the iconic City Ground (home of Nottingham Forest Football Club) and Trent Bridge Cricket Ground outside of the Nottingham boundary and in a Council that stretches up to and beyond Doncaster. As residents have identified for themselves, this does not make sense. 

“Listening carefully to our residents, we know that there are some concerns around LGR but our proposal recognises these and looks at ways we can address them head on.

“We know that Government has mandated Local Government reform, and failure to put through a sensible proposal, such as ours, could mean that Nottingham and Nottinghamshire are given an option that is not the best for the people. Therefore, we have carefully listened to the feedback received so far, and will continue to do so, to shape what we believe is the very best option for all.”

The preferred option will now go to councils for approval before being submitted to government for consideration. There will then be a period of government engagement on all options presented by Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

The current nine Councils across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire are expected to be abolished on March 31, 2028 with the two new Councils beginning the following day. 

The report can be viewed on the LGR page at www.gedling.gov.uk.

People call for stricter firework regulations to reduce harm to people and animals in Gedling borough

Emily Sanchez
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People call for stricter firework regulations to reduce harm to people and animals in Gedling borough

People across Gedling borough have been backing a new campaign calling on the Government to reduce the maximum volume of consumer fireworks from 120 to 90 decibels.

The Fireworks Impact Coalition, made up of 19 animal and people-focussed charities – are calling for tighter fireworks regulation to help reduce burn injuries, animal distress and mental health impacts.

The coalition want to highlight the distressing effect on household pets and wildlife, the mental health impacts on individuals with conditions like PTSD and the shocking frequency of adults and children suffering burns from fireworks.

A petition set up by campaigners has now been surpassed the 100,000 signatures required to trigger a potential debate in Parliament, with 431 of those signing based in the borough.

Redwings Horse Sanctuary is one of the animal charities involved in the campaign.

Helen Whitelegg, Redwings’ campaigns and policy manager, said: “A lot of MPs who said they would be keen to support a parliamentary debate on the topic. At this time, we’re waiting to hear whether the Government will hold a debate following the level of support our petition has attracted.

“Once a UK Government and Parliament petition surpasses 100,000 signatures this must be considered, and the petition calling for better regulation of fireworks that have far exceeded the 100,000 signature threshold.

“There have been so many tragedies involving fireworks shared on social media and covered in the mainstream news over the past two weeks.

“A two-year-old horse suffered a broken leg and had to be put to sleep after a large firework display near their home in West Sussex. On Friday we spoke with an owner whose horse hit their head after being spooked by fireworks and x-rays have shown she has a broken jaw. Lucy isn’t out of the woods yet and is facing eight weeks of soft food every few hours and continued veterinary support that will lead to significant cost.

“These are just some of the incidents involving horses that have happened this year, that we know about, as well as many devastating incidents involving dogs and other animals. Children and adults have also been badly injured. Fireworks have been thrown at police.

“A bland response from Government to these calls for change won’t be acceptable now. People want and need more effective restrictions on the use of fireworks in the UK, for people, animals and the environment.”

You can sign the petition HERE

Knife amnesty bin at Oxclose Lane Police Station as part of week-long national campaign

Gedling Eye
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Knife amnesty bin at Oxclose Lane Police Station as part of week-long national campaign

A knife amnesty bin has been set up at Oxclose Lane Police Station as part of national efforts to deter knife crime.

Police are urging people across Gedling borough to hand in knives and other weapons during Operation Sceptre – a national week of action.

An amnesty bin is now in place at the Arnold station until the end of the week.

Anyone wanting to drop a knife off at the amnesty bin is asked to package it up safely in a box, or wrapping it in bubble wrap.

During the previous Sceptre, in May, a total of 222 knives were handed in across Notts.

An amnesty bin is now in place at Oxclose Lane Police Station until the end of the week
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Machetes, samurai swords, flick knives and kitchen blades were all safely disposed of in amnesty bins during previous campaigns

Machetes, samurai swords, flick knives and kitchen blades were all safely disposed of in amnesty bins.

Chief Inspector Kylie Davies said she wants to see the momentum continue this Sceptre, with the force’s knife crime lead urging people to hand over any unwanted or illegal weapons.

She said: “Every weapon taken off the streets is a positive development and makes our communities safer.

“It was pleasing to see so many people make use of our amnesty bin offering during the last Sceptre and we want to continue this momentum.”

People can hand in weapons without fear of prosecution by police during the campaign.

“If the main reason for people feeling hesitant is because they’re worried about getting into trouble, I can assure them that this will not be the case,” said Chief Inspector Davies.

“This initiative is not a trick. We want to take these blades and other offensive weapons off our streets and this amnesty makes that easier and more efficient.

“Knife crime has devastating consequences, so anything we can do to take these weapons out of harm’s way is a good thing and something we support as a force.”

Tell Mayor Claire where £2bn of transport improvement cash should be spent

Joseph Connolly (Local Democracy Reporter)
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Tell Mayor Claire where £2bn of transport improvement cash should be spent

The East Midlands Combined Authority, led by Mayor Claire Ward, will take over all transport responsibility for Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire by April next year. 

It has more than £2 billion to spend on improvements, secured in funding from central government.

But what it will be spent on exactly is down to the people.

Those who want to share their thoughts can have their say on the EMCCA website, where a wide-reaching questionnaire and survey is now live.

The Mayor is also hosting public drop-in exhibitions across the region from now until just before Christmas, where those interested can talk to her at one of 17 locations across the region – one for each borough/district and one each in the cities of Nottingham and Derby.

The Mayor has more than £2 billion to spend on improvements, secured in funding from central government.

“This really sets out our strategic priorities for the next 15 years,” said the Mayor. “We’re asking people to give us their views and to understand some of the challenges that we face in this region and to talk to us more about that.

“There are opportunities in the questionnaire for people to tell us their thoughts. This is about the big picture. We’ve got to think differently and we want to hear from people. I hope we’re going to have lots of people submitting their views and contributing.”

When the consultation is finished, it will be used to create a strategy for the region, which will be put into a more nuanced plan by the end of 2026.

“This is really about the strategic plan,” said the Mayor. “It’s not so much about whether the 55 bus stops at the end of my road.”

The consultation, which lasts until February 13, will be advertised everywhere over the next three months, with the first indication of that via posters put up  on this Stagecoach bus’ wall.

“Hopefully, for the next 12 weeks, the public in this region will not be able to avoid me,” says Mayor Claire. “I’ve already had to warn my family to not crash the car when they see my picture on the back of a bus.”

Six fights for a fairer, better-connected East Midlands 

The Mayor’s plan is built around six key “fights” that she says reflect what matters to her the most.

  1. Fighting congestion
    No one has a favourite traffic jam. Congestion means pollution, frustration and lost time – a daily barrier to work, productivity and wellbeing. The Mayor wants to hear how important you feel it is to tackle congestion and what local solutions could work best in the face of ongoing traffic growth.
  2. Fighting for young people’s independence
    Many families spend their days as unpaid chauffeurs. A fair transport system should give young people safe, affordable, independent travel – helping them reach education, training and social opportunities.
  3. Fighting for connected communities
    Town and city centres must be joined by better links to the places where people live and work. Schools, hospitals and major employers should be accessible without relying on shuttlebuses – the Mayor wants to hear what improvements are needed to make this possible.
  4. Fighting for reliable public transport
    When a bus is full before it reaches your stop, when services are patchy or unreliable, everyday life becomes harder. The plan aims to map and fix these gaps so every community has dependable, affordable options.
  5. Fighting for better roads
    Drivers and cyclists alike have zero tolerance for potholes. Poor-quality roads damage vehicles, safety and confidence. The Mayor is asking how much of the transport budget people want to see invested in fixing roads relative to other transport improvements.
  6. Fighting for safe and clean bus stops
    The signpost of the community but if they’re unlit, without customer information and in need of repair, they can be a barrier to people using a bus service, especially in rural areas. The Mayor wants to know what residents need from their bus stops to make them more appealing.  

Roadworks and closures planned for Gedling borough this week

Gedling Eye Reporter
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Roadworks and closures planned for Gedling borough this week

Take a look at the roadworks and closures scheduled for Gedling borough’s roads for the week beginning November 10.

Make sure to plan your journey and check before your travel as these planned works could affect you. 

High Street, Arnold
21 November
Delays likely due to road closure

Burton Road, Carlton
23 November
Delays likely due to road closure
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Foxhill Road, Carlton
21 November
Delays likely due to road closure
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Runswick Drive, Arnold
21 November
Delays likely due to road closure
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Second Avenue, Carlton
21 November
Delays likely due to road closure
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Vale Road, Colwick
23 November
Delays likely due to road closure
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Wighay Road, Linby
19 November
Roadworks, delays likely
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Woodborough Road, Mapperley
22 November
Roadworks, Delays likely
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Bennett Road, Mapperley
19 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Bridle Road, Burton Joyce
19 November – 20 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Colwick Loop Road, Colwick
19 November
Delays possible due to lane closure
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Haywood Road, Mapperley
19 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Oakdale Road, Carlton
19 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Vodafone

Ravenswood Road, Arnold
18 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Ravenswood Road, Arnold
19 November – 21 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Station Road, Netherfield
23 November – 24 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd

Strathmore Road, Arnold
20 November – 24 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Virgin Media Ltd

Whittingham Road, Mapperley
19 November
Roadworks, Delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Government plans to ban resale of tickets above face value for live events

David Bratton
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Government plans to ban resale of tickets above face value for live events

The Government are expected to announce plans tomorrow (19) banning reselling tickets to live events for a profit in a bid to crackdown on ticket touts and resale sites. 

Tackling ticket touts was one of the Labour government’s pre-election pledges, as fans complained of massively inflated prices for resale tickets for music and sporting events. 

According to analysis by the Competition and Market Authority (CMA), tickets sold on the resale market are typically marked up by more than 50%. 

New research from Which? Magazine found that some tickets to see the Oasis reunion at Wembley Stadium over the summer were listed for as much as £4,442. 

The move is now expected to be announced on Wednesday and comes after an open letter by some of the biggest names in music. In the letter dozens of artists including Sam Fender, Dua Lipa and Coldplay urged Sir Keir Starmer to protect fans from exploitation. 

Other signatories included consumer watchdog Which? the Football Supporters’ Association and groups representing the music and theatre industries, venues, and ticket retailers. 

A recent consultation on the changes had canvassed views on capping costs at up to 30% above the face value of a ticket, but ministers are now expected to set the limit at face value, although some fees could still be charged on top of the original ticket price. 

Rocio Concha, director of policy and advocacy at Which?, said the move would be “great news for music and sports fans”, adding the plan would “rein in professional touts and put tickets back in the hands of real fans”. 

Ticketmaster’s parent company Live Nation Entertainment said it already limits resale in the UK to face value prices and described the reported plan as “another major step forward for fans”. 

Resale sites like Viagogo and Stubhub have previously claimed that a price cap could push customers towards unregulated sites and social media, putting them at increased risk of fraud. 

The government declined to comment on the reports. 

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JOY OF SIX Mickleover 2 – 3 Millers extend lead at top with ‘aggressive’ display at Don Amott arena

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JOY OF SIX Mickleover 2 – 3 Millers extend lead at top with ‘aggressive’ display at Don Amott arena
NPL First Division Midlands
November 15, 2025

Ash Chambers and Jason Law were on target as Carlton Town won 3-2 at Mickleover to extend their lead at the top of the NPL Midlands division.

With Belper Town, Anstey Nomads and Corby Town all not playing this was an opportunity for the Millers to put a six-point gap between themselves and their closest rivals and they did so with a first ever league win at the Don Amott arena.

After 10 years at step 3 perhaps the king of caravans and the rest of the Sports fans thought life at step 4 would be easier than it has turned out to be.  Mickleover complained after the game in somewhat salty fashion of Carlton’s “particularly aggressive” play.  Should they ever find themselves in the NPL East they might discover what “particularly aggressive” play really is.  In any event the visitors just had too much for the home side on the day and fully deserved their win.

Carlton made two changes to the side which had been beaten by Coleshill last time out.  Shea Thompson-Harris returned after suspension to replace Alex Troke and Nat Watson was back after injury to replace Alex Howes.  There was a place on the bench for new signing Huw Dawson.

Belper’s game at home to Shepshed fell victim to flooding during the course of the afternoon.  That led to Nailers manager Lee Attenborough attending the game with some Nailers players including ex-Miller Kieran Preston.  Also present were a group of 25 or so Belper fans who joined the impressive away support and cheered on Carlton vociferously for 90 minutes.  They were an absolute credit to themselves and their club.

The Millers got off to a perfect start with a goal inside three minutes.  Ewan Robson played a lovely pass to send Chambers away on the centre-left of goal.  He drew goalkeeper Oliver Bosworth and then steered the ball past him for his first goal in five games.  Five minutes later the home side levelled when Andy Dales found Dale Benson and he got to the ball ahead of Felix Annan to convert.

A fairly scrappy 15 minutes of so followed before the Carlton midfield took control of the game.  Lamin Manneh, the target of some hefty challenges all afternoon by a succession of home players, sped down the right before playing the ball to Chambers who in turn set up Oliver Clark whose shot was blocked.

Thompson-Harris, who had an excellent game throughout, saw a rare shot fly over the bar after Sports failed to clear from a Lewis Durow throw.  Robson then fed Manneh who once again ran at the defence but saw his shot go just wide.

Niall Hylton was having an impact and a fine run and cross saw Brad Gascoigne clear the danger.

With the game in the final minute of first half added time the Millers got the goal their pressure merited.  Clark won the ball in midfield and slipped it to Watson.  He laid it off to Niall Davie and the captain played a lovely ball to set Chambers free on goal with Ashton Offler playing him onside.  With Bosworth off his line the Carlton support knew exactly what was coming and the Chambers trademark lob was executed to perfection with the ball landing just in front of the unguarded goal and bouncing gently into the net.

Sports had a spell of pressure around the hour mark and a cross from Stanley Holder found Josiah Dyer whose header was saved by a combination of Annan and his left-hand post.  Another attack, this time down the left, saw an almighty scramble in the Carlton penalty area before the ball was cleared.  Those were relatively rare moments of danger for the Millers with Dean Freeman and Robson commanding in the middle and Thompson-Harris and Durow dealing well with the pace of the Mickleover wide men.

Substitute Stuart Beavon saw a shot from the edge of the box go just wide and another attack down the left was expertly dealt with by Thompson-Harris.

The Millers have been guilty in recent wins of running out of energy in the latter stages of games and hanging on.  However, this game was different.  Substitutes Law and Dawson offered an immediate presence in midfield and took the game away from Sports just as they were starting to get on top.  Indeed, it was these two players who combined for what turned out to be the winning goal.

Deep in right midfield Dawson sent Law away down the right.  Law still had plenty to do but he looked up, cut inside his man, sped into the right corner of the area and then curled a delicious shot beyond Bosworth and into the corner of the net to spark ecstatic scenes amongst the Carlton and Belper fans behind the goal.  The entire team including Annan ran the full length of the pitch to celebrate in what was one of the moments of the season.

Carlton brought on Troke and Ollie Taylor to add more energy and they did exactly that such that it seemed a fairly comfortable final eight minutes plus four added.  That was until Sports pulled a goal back through Paddy Webb with a minute of added time remaining but they had run out of time and the league leaders went to celebrate with their joyous fans (and Belper’s) at the end of the game.

Carlton Town: F Annan, S Thompson-Harris, L Durow, D Freeman, E Robson, N Watson, L Manneh (A Troke 83), O Clark (J Law 69), A Chambers (H Dawson 69), N Davie (O Taylor 87), N Hylton.  Unused sub: A Howes

Goals: Ash Chambers 3, 45+3, J Law 82; Danny Benson 8, Paddy Webb 90+3

Carlton Town Supporters Club MOTM: Shea Thompson-Harris

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Gedling borough’s beloved lost pubs we said goodbye to

Graham Finch
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Gedling borough’s beloved lost pubs we said goodbye to

Over the decades, many of Gedling borough’s pubs have been either demolished or converted into shops and flats.

Gedling borough residents have shared their memories of their neighbourhood pubs that now closed.

From small community inns to biker boozers, many pubs and bars have closed in across the borough over the years. 

‘The Westdale Tavern was a strict, but great pub’

Andy Lamb said: “Dot and Norman were the tenants. They ran a strict, but great pub back in the day. I did my best to drink it dry!”

Andrew Vennell said: “I’ve still got some fantastic memories in that pub. I started drinking in there when I was 14. Dot and Norman were fantastic, and the pub was always bouncing with great people – thankfully, I’m still in touch with them.

Kim Lacey remembers landlady Dot chucking a young lad out the pub. “She was holding on to his ear and was dressed in a beautiful lounge suit at the time.“

John Speirs remembered: “The Cavo, Goose and finish at the Tavern. Three in each and then a bag of chips from Fearn’s chippy.”

“Ever Friday I would buy a full 20-pack of fags and still have the rest of my payday money burning a hole in my pocket to spend of beer. Great days and many long chats with Dot during quieter times in the week. Pubs aren’t the same anymore. Great days!

‘I had some wonderful times in The Grey Goose’

Vanessa Sixsmith said: “The ‘Dirty Duck’ – also known as The Grey Goose. I worked the weekends there for about three years whilst I was at college in the 80s. It was classed as a fun pub then. I had some great times there.”

Liz Ball said: “My boyfriend at the time was always being chucked out of Dirty Duck. He always had to grovel to get back in the next day as it was my favourite pub and I refused to drink anywhere else!”

Jeremy Peel remembered: “Biker night at the Mucky Duck or some called it ‘Dirty Duck. Always had a great night there.”

John Moody Grey told us: “Always loved the Goose or as we knew it as the Dirty Duck. It was a great pub and had some wonderful times in there.”

Andrew Vennell: said: “Loved the Grey Goose. Monday night was bikers’ night – until the plod got involved. Greggy was on the bar with the Starbucks running the pub.”

Gary Souter: The ‘Dirty Duck’. Loved Biker Night on Mondays. I used to dread Tuesday at work. Would often call in sick!

The Cavendish was ‘my dad’s home from home’

John Wilson said: The Cavo! My dad worked there and Mum said should take his bed there as he spent more time in that pub than at home.

Christian Wheeldon said: “The ‘Cavo’ iss the pub I miss most. I met wife there.”

Michael Robert Bent told us: “The Cavendish was another good Nottingham Forest pub.”

Windsor Castle

John Wilson said: “The great Windsor Castle run by Jean and Claude who were great people and loved them to bits. We had a good darts team.”

“Fond memories of this place,” said Ray Jones. “A few of us would drink in their at lunchtimes when we worked at Tesco. Had a few beers in there after work too. Shame its gone. Nothing else round that way now.”

Sue Clough said: “Am I dreaming this or did a woman with a fox on a lead used to come in? I wasn’t on any drugs. I did like a drink though.”

Ronnie Winter said: “The old pub was my favourite back in the 70s. Had my first legal drink there.”

Other pubs

Rog Scott said: “The Elmhurst on St Albans Road in Arnold. I had many a lock-in there with landlord and landlady Keith and Renee Whittaker.”

Alan Wright misses the Toby Jug on Carlton Hill. “That was a proper pub,” he said. “Lots of memories of the time when the pub was ran by Betty and Bill.”

Mike Boorman:”I had my first drink in the Caroline Club in Netherfield. I remember that Hi-Ho Silver Lining was in the charts at the time.. My Aunt June Stokes took us in. They were cracking days for an eight year old.”

John Moody told us: “I loved the Balaton Club in Gedling. Rudi was a great owner and I had some amazing late nights in there.”

Richard Brown contacted us with a memory he wanted to share.: “I always remember my Dad used to go in there in the 50s when it was the Miners’ Club. He worked at the pit. I would always toast his memory in there after he’d passed.”

Reg Conway has fond memories of the British Railways Social Club, better known to locals in nearby Netherield as the ‘Brasso’. It was a cracking place. Big Graham in there used to reminded me of Giant Haystacks. He was a lovely bloke.”

Overnight closure planned for section of Colwick Loop Road with diversion in place

Emily Sanchez
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Overnight closure planned for section of Colwick Loop Road with diversion in place

An overnight closure is being planned for Colwick Loop Road – with diversions in place for almost a week.

A section of the road between its junction with Road Number 1 to its junction
with Victoria Road will be shut to vehicles later this month.

The road closure is to allow Via to carry out carriageway repair works on behalf of Nottinghamshire County Council.

The road will be closed to vehicles between 8pm and 6am between Monday, November 24-29.

A diversion will be in place during the closures.

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