Fires in the home and workplace can cause a significant amount of damage, along with a serious risk of injuries and even death. Even with that aside, it can cause a lot of emotional damage and stress, with valuable and sentimental possessions being destroyed by smoke and heat. Naturally, it makes sense to take fire safety extremely seriously, and there are a lot of laws and regulations that need to be followed.
Fire safety laws particularly apply to the workplace, but it’s also a good idea to follow fire safety practices at home too. In this guide, we’ll share some tips on how you can improve fire safety, including information on how fires start, fire risk assessment and the use of equipment such as fire exit signs to promote safety.
How Do Fires Start?
All fires, no matter where they’re located, are started by a source of ignition and a source of fuel. The ignition provides the heat or sparks to release the energy within the fuel, causing combustion and a fire. The fire will burn for as long as there is fuel and oxygen remaining, causing damage to anything it touches.
The type of fuel and source of ignition can vary. For example, a lit match and a canister of petrol would quickly start a fire. However, fires can also start from cooking stoves, faulty electrics and other sources. Fuel could be anything that’s capable of burning, though some fuel types are more flammable than others. While a growing number of materials used in the home and workplace are made to be fire-resistant, others can be extremely flammable. When storing items, it’s important to think about how flammable they could be.
Fire Risk Assessment
When considering fire safety, it’s important to take a look at potential fuel and ignition sources in the area. This will form the basis of your fire risk assessment, helping you identify potential fire hazards and come up with ways to reduce them. When performing your risk assessment, you should look at things that could potentially be a source of ignition or a source of fuel and make a note of them. In addition, you also want to consider things that may be a risk to proper evacuation procedures.
The first stage of the assessment is to identify the risks and evaluate them based on how much of a risk they are and the potential severity of the hazard. Then, think about ways you can reduce the risks. This may be as simple as testing electrical equipment regularly to prevent faults or to move fuel sources away from sources of ignition. Finally, make sure you’re also increasing the fire safety equipment required, including things like extinguishers and smoke alarms.
Emergency Evacuation Procedure
While small fires may be able to be put out with a fire blanket or extinguisher, most of the time it can be unsafe to try and deal with them. If you encounter a fire, your best course of action is to raise the alarm and proceed to the nearest emergency exit. While some people will want to rescue possessions or spend time trying to get other people out, it’s always safer to exit the building as soon as possible and call the fire brigade once you’re safe outside.
Evacuating quickly and calmly is key, because it helps ensure that people can get out of the building before they succumb to the effects of the fire. While the heat can be damaging, it’s often the smoke that causes the biggest problem, reducing visibility and preventing you from being able to breathe.
A new CCTV camera has been installed at an anti-social behaviour hotspot in Colwick after Gedling Borough Council was granted funding from the Government’s Safer Streets fund.
The 360-degree CCTV camera has been installed on Balmoral Road to help tackle anti-social behaviour and support the new Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) which is active in the surrounding area.
The camera provides high-quality images to the council’s CCTV control room and will be used to assist the police with investigations, as well as aiding the council’s Community Safety Team and Neighbourhood Wardens in tackling anti-social behaviour.
The camera will also support the recently launched PSPO which has been introduced in parts of Netherfield, Colwick, and Trent Valley wards to address issues of car cruising and associated anti-social behaviour.
Funding for the camera, which cost £24,000, was provided by the Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner as part of the Safer Streets fund. The funding was specifically allocated to parts of Netherfield and Colwick and can be invested in measures that support the council in addressing issues such as neighbourhood crime, anti-social behaviour and violence against women and girls.
The camera is the second to be installed in the area thanks to the Safer Streets Fund, following the installation of another CCTV camera on Colwick Loop Road earlier this year.
Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner Caroline Henry said: “Anti-social behaviour has a big impact on people’s quality of life and they should not have to tolerate it.
This new CCTV camera, combined with a range of other Safer Streets initiatives in Netherfield and Colwick, show that as partner agencies we are standing shoulder-to-shoulder with local residents and doing everything we can to make their neighbourhoods safer and more enjoyable places to live, work and visit.”
Leader of Gedling Borough Council, Councillor John Clarke MBE said: “It’s vital that our residents feel safe where they live, and that’s why we’re working closely with the Police to help protect and support local communities across the borough.
“This new CCTV camera will help reduce crime and anti-social behaviour and will be a valuable tool to help us keep our borough safe.
I’d like to thank the Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner for working in partnership with us on this project and providing the much-needed funding to make this happen.”
Three new ‘barrow’ memorial structures planned at a recently-approved burial ground in Calverton could be turned down over fears they will impact the landscape.
Funeral director and applicant A W Lymn first received planning consent for the burial ground, off Georges Lane in the summer 2022.
The plans were lodged following concerns there was not enough grave space left in the Arnold area.
PICTURED: A new cemetery has been proposed on land off George’s Lane near Calverton
But Redhill Cemetery in Arnold has been designated full to all, apart from ashes, multiple-occupation and pre-purchased graves.
This led to the Calverton plans being backed at a planning committee meeting in July last year.
However, the Labour-run council has confirmed this planning permission is yet to be implemented by the applicant.
The funeral company has since submitted more plans for the land, including the creation of three barrows on the burial ground.
Barrows are mounds which offer a natural alternative to modern memorials and cemeteries. They are often used for cremated remains.
The barrows – two of which would be open and one which would have a grass-covered roof – would be used for the placement of cremation urns.
Barrows one and two, which are open and on a wall, would measure 2.7 metres high and 14 metres in diameter.
The first barrow would include a reflection pool and bearer stone, with the second including a central tree.
The third, grass-mounded barrow, would be nine metres high and 10 metres wide and would be completely covered.
The site, if approved, would adjoin the internal burial ground access road included in the plans from 2022, while a separate access path and landscaping are also proposed.
However, the authority’s planning committee has been recommended to refuse the proposals next week over concerns about the impact on the countryside.
The development site is within the greenbelt and an objection letter has been submitted by Calverton Parish Council.
The council says the side and height of the barrows are “not in keeping with the greenbelt surroundings” and said the plans are not “sympathetic” to the rural landscape.
No other objections were raised during a planning consultation, with the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, Environment Agency and Severn Trent Water all not making comments on the plans.
Nottinghamshire County Council’s highways, flooding and rights of way teams also raised no comments, while its archaeology team “does not believe there will be any impact on archaeological remains”.
However, Gedling Borough Council’s planning department will advise councillors to refuse the plans next week over the impact on the greenbelt.
It considers the plans would “not preserve the openness of the greenbelt” due to the “size and scale” of the barrows.
“This is in contrast to the site’s current undeveloped and open nature and the proposed burial meadow which was of a much lesser scale and was considered [last year],” it added.
But in documents, the applicant said the use of the greenbelt is appropriate and would not have a “detrimental impact on the openness” of the countryside.
In response, the authority said: “That view is contested.
“For the avoidance of doubt, it is contested that any special circumstances exist to allow what would otherwise be considered inappropriate development within the greenbelt.”
Councillors will determine the fate of the three barrows at the planning committee meeting on July 26.
Vacant land on either side of the £49m Colliery Way Gedling Access Road could become housing if councillors approve new plans.
The site, which is halved by the main carriageway at its junction with Mapperley Plains, includes two areas of vacant land.
It was previously one piece of land before the major new road came forwards and parts of it are low-level vegetation as well as grass.
But developers want to turn both areas into apartments and homes and new plans lodged to Gedling Borough Council have been earmarked for approval.
The plans, submitted by Killarney Homes, would see eight detached homes and 29 apartments built across the two areas.
The western side would include five detached homes accessed via a private drive from Mapperley Plains.
These would be next to the 3rd Woodthorpe Scout Hut currently on Mapperley Plains.
Two blocks of flats would also be built on this part of the land, including 11 homes in one block and 12 in the other.
These would include 22 two-bed flats and one one-bed flat and both apartment buildings would be accessed via Colliery Way.
The eastern part of the land, lying next to Clementine Drive and on the opposite side of Colliery Way, would include three detached homes and a six-flat building.
All flats would include one bedroom and all homes in this section of the development would be accessed via Colliery Way.
Developers are promising 12 affordable homes as part of the wider development, which includes four first homes on the eastern side and eight affordable rent on the western side.
As part of the development, existing acoustic fencing currently in place at the top of the access road would be removed.
Three rounds of public consultation have been held by the authority’s planning department since the plans were first proposed in 2021.
A total of 30 responses were received overall. Comments included the buildings being “out of character with the area” and the number of homes being “over and above” capacity.
Concerns were raised about unsafe access, highway safety, parking provision and “prolonged disturbance” in construction following the creation of Colliery Way.
However, the council has reviewed the plans and is recommending approval for the development at its planning committee meeting on Wednesday, July 26.
It says the plans are acceptable – including the three proposed new access points – and confirms 30 parking spaces are provided for the flats.
A further three parking spaces are made available for the detached homes, meaning the scheme is “deemed to comply” with parking rules.
Significant financial contributions are being requested from the applicant to mitigate the impact of the plans.
This includes £20,049.37 for local GP capacity, £113,442 for primary education and £131,270 for secondary education.
And a further £79,066.04 is being requested for parks and street care – including £55,608.04 for play equipment and £23,458 for long-term maintenance.
In a report, the council’s planning department said: “The site is in a sustainable location with no overriding policy restriction to its development.
“The layout, scale and appearance of the development as proposed would respect the character of the area and residential amenities.
“The impact on the highway network would be acceptable and adequate parking would be provided.
“Affordable housing provision would be acceptable and the other planning obligations sought directly relate to the development in question, providing a full policy-complaint scheme.”
A planning application has been submitted to Gedling Borough Council relating to the demolition of 6 Sandford Road and construction of 1 detached house & 13 apartments on 2 Sandford Road, Mapperley, Nottinghamshire, NG3 6AL.
The application for the development has been submitted by Mr Harry Sculthorp acting as agent on behalf of Mr. George Broniewski, Woodthorpe, Nottingham, NG5 3FW.
The design and access statement provided as part of the planning application outlines the development brief – namely the proposal seeks permission for the demolition of 6 Sandford Road and the construction of 14 residential units, one x detached three bedroom house, four x two bedroom apartments and nine x one bedroom apartments all exceeding the nationally described space standards.
Access into the developed site will be directly off Porchester Road & Sandford Road.
The planning application requests permission to demolition 6 Sandford Road to prove vehicular access to the proposed residential development.
Pictured: The applicant development boundary covering 2165 Sq. m (Courtesy of Gedling Borough Council Planning)
There will be a total of 26 parking spaces with each property allocated private off-street car parking spaces off Porchester Road and to the rear lower end of the development leading off Sandford Road.
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Full details regarding planning application 2023/0474 can be found HERE
Here’s our latest round-up of latest events taking place from Friday 21 July to Thursday 27 July across the borough.
Friday, July 21
Echoes of the Front Room Exposed! – Bonington Theatre, Arnold, 7.30pm
Fri July 21 – Sat Jul 22 £19pp
A moving exhibition of the Caribbean culture during the Windrush Season.
The Voice of Vision Community Project (VOVCP) would like to introduce Echoes of the Front Room, a drama based on the West Indian (WI) migration experience. The WI migration brought about a transformation of the Caribbean culture and mind-set. A culture that lives on today – through the new generations – in an alternative space that is Great Britain.
The idea for producing this performance was born from the desire to celebrate the experience of members of our society that helped pave the way for the new generation, creating opportunities and improving cultural identity.
In the play we meet Essie, who is an original migrant here in Britain, raising her granddaughter Marie. Essie sees her front room as a status symbol, a sacred place to be revered, a hub of the community’s woes and joys, a culmination of her hard work on the streets of England. Maries doesn’t know what the big deal is, and this clash of identity provides both hilarious and poignant moments.
We also-meet Sister Millingham, aka ‘Daphne’. We follow the twists, turns and scandals of her family – what’s really going on when her brother-in-law turns up from Jamaica? All will be revealed in the Front Room!
The quiz is a Web based quiz so a phone tablet or laptop will be needed – don’t worry if not 100% with technology it’s really easy and our team are on hand to support if needed
The Little Mermaid (PG) – Bonington Cinema, Arnold
Sun 23 – Thu 27 Jul, Various Times
£6.80pp / £5pp on Tuesdays
The Little Mermaid is the beloved story of Ariel, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. The youngest of King Triton’s daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea, and while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric.
While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land, but ultimately places her life – and her father’s crown – in jeopardy.
Bob Massey ‘Highwaymen, Rogues, Villains, Ghosts And A Tiger’ – St James Church, Mapperley
Hanousha – The Brickyard, Carlton
Asteroid City (12A) – Bonington Cinema, Arnold
Sun 23 – Thu 27 Jul, Various Times
£6.80pp / £5pp Tuesdays
Asteroid City takes place in a fictional American desert town circa 1955.
The itinerary of a Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention (organized to bring together students and parents from across the country for fellowship and scholarly competition) is spectacularly disrupted by world-changing events.
Catch-up Screenings: Harold Fry (12A) – Bonington Cinema, Arnold
Mon 24 – Thu 27 Jul, Various Times £6.80pp
Starring Academy Award® Winner Jim Broadbent as Harold and Penelope Wilton as his wife Maureen, The Unlikely Pilgrimage Of Harold Fry tells the story of a man who leaves his seaside town in South Devon to deliver a message to an old friend.
Harold Fry was never meant to be a hero. He’s an unremarkable man who has failed at all the important things: being a husband, a father and a friend. Now, well into his 60s, he is content to fade quietly into the background of life. But when Harold learns his friend Queenie is dying, he is moved to act. He leaves home, walking to the post box to send her a letter, until he realises a letter is not enough.
In that moment Harold decides to keep walking, all the way to her hospice, some 500 miles away in Berwick-upon-Tweed: as long as he walks, Queenie must live. Surprising himself as much as his wife Maureen, Harold embarks on a walk of hope, determined to travel the length of England to save his friend.
“Jim Broadbent’s improbable, rewarding odyssey across England” Telegraph ★★★
Directed by Hettie Macdonald With Jim Broadbent, Penelope Wilton 1hr 48 mins // UK 2023
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Businesses are continually looking for successful online growth tactics in today’s extremely competitive digital market. Blogger outreach is one such tactic that has become a potent weapon in this field. Businesses may expand their reach, improve their search engine ranks, and improve their reputation by developing connections with notable bloggers in their field. However, creating content, optimiing for search engines, participating in social media, email marketing, and analytics are all necessary for successful internet marketing. The importance of blogger outreach and other crucial digital marketing techniques that might support your online success will be covered in this article.
The power of content
Quality information is crucial in online commerce. High-quality and engaging content is essential for attracting and keeping customers. To captivate your audience, address their specific needs, preferences, and challenges. Include different formats in your portfolio for a diverse collection of content. These can include blog posts, articles, videos, infographics, and podcasts. You can skillfully combine different elements to engage your audience and meet their diverse preferences.
In addition, partnering with a professional blogger outreach agency like Ocere, can amplify the reach and impact of your content. A blogger outreach agency specialises in connecting businesses with influential bloggers in their industry, leveraging their expertise and platforms to promote your content, expand your audience, and enhance your online presence. A blogger outreach agency can help your business achieve greater visibility and credibility online through strategic collaborations.
The role of blogger outreach
A powerful weapon in the realm of internet commerce is blogger outreach. It entails contacting key bloggers in your sector and cultivating relationships with them. Getting these influencers to promote your material, give feedback on your goods, or make mention of your company in their postings is the goal. It may expand your audience, improve your SEO, and build your reputation in the industry.
Understanding SEO
SEO is crucial for achieving positive results online. SEO improves website visibility on search engine result pages (SERPs). Improving your online presence can boost website visibility and search engine ranking. SEO success requires a varied strategy. It includes technical SEO, on-page and off-page optimisation, and keyword research. A keyword should be relevant to your business and have high search traffic to be effective. Using keywords in the text, meta descriptions, and URLs is part of on-page SEO. Reputable website backlinks boost your website’s value and authority in off-page SEO.
Embracing social media
Companies may now utilise social media to connect with their consumers. Businesses may use social media like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn to sell products, share information, and build more personal relationships with customers. Your company requires a strong social media strategy that supports its objectives. This process involves choosing the right platforms for your organisation, creating interesting content, engaging with your target audience, and evaluating your performance to improve your approach.
Leveraging email marketing
Email marketing is still a very successful approach for online success, even in the social media era. You may communicate with your consumers directly, convey unique messages, and establish long-lasting bonds. Sending promotional emails is simply one aspect of email marketing. It’s about giving your subscribers something of value, maintaining their interest, and inspiring them to take action. You may accomplish this with frequent emails, exclusive offers, individualised recommendations, and informative material.
Analytics: measuring your success
Understanding your performance is essential for success online. Analysing the traffic to your website, conversion rates, social media engagement, and other key performance metrics is necessary. One effective tool that offers insightful information about the functioning of your website is Google Analytics. By studying this data, you may learn what’s working and what isn’t and where to improve. This ongoing analysis, refinement, and optimisation cycle is the secret to creating and maintaining online success.
The path to online success
Online success is not something that happens suddenly. It calls for a carefully considered approach, persistent work, and a thorough grasp of digital marketing strategies, including content development, SEO, social media, blogger outreach, email marketing, and analytics. It involves using the appropriate tools, keeping up with recent developments, and being willing to adapt and create. Every firm may achieve online success with perseverance and the appropriate tactics.
Have you ever considered the impact of electrical energy on our daily lives? Think about it. There’s a tremendous surge of demand in every sector of our society, whether it’s our households, industries, or businesses. At the centre of this boom lies an underappreciated profession – the electrician. Indeed, electrician training provides an unrivalled opportunity to ignite your career. In this blog post, we will delve into the world of electrician courses, exploring what they entail and how they can turbocharge your career trajectory.
Understanding the Role of an Electrician
Before we delve into the specifics of electrician training, it is crucial to understand what this job entails. Electricians are professionals who install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in various settings. These may include homes, commercial buildings, industrial premises, and even outdoor public spaces.
Being an electrician is not just about practical skills; it requires a thorough understanding of safety procedures and laws related to electricity. This knowledge ensures that all work is carried out safely and to the highest standard, protecting people and property from electrical hazards.
The Significance of Electrician Courses
Embarking on electrician courses can be a significant step towards a rewarding and dynamic career. These courses provide the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to excel in this field. They are designed to equip you with a range of skills, from understanding complex wiring diagrams to installing and testing electrical systems.
What makes these courses indispensable is their industry relevance. Electrician courses often follow the national curriculum and regulations, ensuring that what you learn is not only up-to-date but also compliant with the law.
Importantly, electrician courses offer various certifications that are recognised industry-wide. These qualifications can range from diplomas for those just starting, to advanced levels for experienced professionals seeking to upskill.
Embarking on Your Journey: Beginner Courses
Electrician training begins with the basics. These foundation courses are designed to provide a thorough understanding of electrical concepts and their practical applications. You’ll learn about electrical installations, wiring systems, and health and safety regulations, to name a few.
In the UK, courses such as the City & Guilds 2365 Level 2 and Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations are excellent starting points. They offer comprehensive training for those with little to no experience, providing the foundation to progress onto more advanced electrician courses.
Elevating Your Expertise
Once you’ve mastered the basics, it’s time to move onto more advanced electrician courses. These programmes aim to deepen your knowledge and expand your skill set, opening up a wider range of job opportunities.
Courses like the City & Guilds 2391-52 Level 3 Award in Inspection and Testing are geared towards those seeking to specialise in inspecting, testing, and certifying electrical systems.
For those looking to become fully qualified electricians, the NVQ Level 3 Electrical Training Course is a must. This qualification, combined with a successful AM2 Skills Test, earns you the status of a fully qualified electrician in the UK.
The Earning Potential and Job Security
There is much to be said about the financial benefits of becoming a trained electrician. The earning potential is impressive, with the average electrician in the UK earning well above the national average salary. Of course, with experience and additional qualifications, this figure can increase significantly.
Furthermore, electricians are always in demand. From residential to commercial or industrial settings, the need for skilled electricians is constant. This translates to excellent job security, making it a wise career choice.
The Role of Continuous Learning and Adaptation
The electrician field isn’t static – it continually evolves with technology advancements and changes in safety regulations. As such, ongoing education and training are integral to maintaining your edge as an electrician.
Upskilling through higher-level electrician courses can lead to more specialist roles, such as an electrical technician, an electrical engineer, or a project manager. Advanced training courses, such as the City & Guilds 2396 Level 4 Award in the Design and Verification of Electrical Installations, are tailored towards those aiming for higher-level roles. They offer a deeper understanding of design and verification techniques in various electrical installations. Embracing continuous learning and adaptation isn’t just about staying current; it’s about growing and advancing in your career.
Importance of Practical Experience
Alongside theoretical knowledge, practical experience plays a crucial role in electrician training. Apprenticeships provide an invaluable platform for gaining this hands-on experience. They allow you to learn on the job under the supervision of experienced electricians, all while earning a wage.
Apprenticeships typically last between three to four years, combining practical work with theoretical learning from associated electrician courses. This blend of experience and knowledge equips you with a comprehensive understanding of the job, readying you for a seamless transition into a full-fledged electrician role. The experience you gain during your apprenticeship can also contribute to the qualifications needed to become a fully qualified electrician, demonstrating the critical role of practical experience in this field.
Conclusion
With the right electrician training, the opportunities are endless. You’ll not only gain valuable skills but also kick-start a rewarding career with remarkable earning potential. It’s a profession that offers continuous learning, ensuring that you stay engaged and progress throughout your career.
Electrician courses are more than just an educational path; they are an investment in your future. So, why not take the first step today and ignite your career with electrician training? There’s a world of electrifying opportunities waiting for you.
A sandstone quarry near Calverton will be used for a further 20 years so about 1.5 million more tonnes of sand can be extracted.
Calverton Burntstump Quarry, on the A614, was first granted planning consent for sand and mineral extraction in 2001 and is operated by Tarmac.
However, extraction at the land has been “relatively low” in recent years, with between 30,000 and 40,000 tonnes of minerals processed a year.
And operations have been “known to be intermittent”, meaning the full amount of sand and other materials on the land is yet to be extracted on-site.
Now Nottinghamshire County Council has granted plans for a further 20 years of operations on the site so the remaining 1.5 million tonnes can be processed.
The original planning consent for the land technically lapsed in January 2022 and Tarmac had previously lodged plans in December 2021 to extend its permission.
However, the plans were delayed while negotiations took place on the wider environmental impact of its proposals and to determine the long-term restoration of the land.
But during its meeting on Tuesday (July 18), the council’s planning and rights of way committee unanimously supported the two-decade extension.
It means extraction will be allowed to take place on the land until 2042 and the site must be restored by January 2043.
Councillors questioned the length of time for the 20-year extension and were told this relates to the period requested at the time of the application first being submitted.
The meeting heard from Joel Marshall, a principal planning officer at the authority, who recommended the committee approve the plans.
He said: “The quarry is currently in phase three of five and the applicant has advised there are about 1.5 million tonnes of mineral remaining to be worked.
“No changes to the extraction area or the methods of working it are proposed.
“The revised restoration plan, which has been negotiated, has secured amendments to secure the biodiversity value of the site whilst maintaining a partial agricultural use at the centre.
“There is a clear need to continue with mineral extraction at this site. It contributes to our seven-year landbank of Sherwood Sandstone.
“The current low production rate would need to increase to complete within the 20 years they are seeking, but this would be technically feasible.”
The site will continue to operate from 7am to 7pm Monday to Friday and from 7am until 1pm on Saturdays, with no work on Sundays or bank holidays.
However, access to the site will continue to be permitted until 4pm on Saturdays.
The committee unanimously supported the scheme, with all 10 members voting in favour of the plans.
During the discussion, Cllr Chris Barnfather (Con), who represents Newstead, said: “My division boundaries this site and I pass it on my way to County Hall most days.
“It presents no problems whatsoever locally, the visual impact of continuing extraction for another 20 years is extremely localised and it’s well-screened.
“It makes absolute sense otherwise the mineral will effectively be lost to us, so I fully support the proposal.”
Cllr Sam Smith (Con), who represents Newark East, added: “This application proves what appropriate use of the greenbelt is.
“I want to congratulate the officers on their negotiations, particularly around biodiversity net gain.
“When restoration is complete, that will increase by 38.95 per cent in habitat units and 61.65 per cent in hedgerow units.
“I think that’s a fantastic end result which will benefit Cllr Barnfather’s residents and all those who live there. I fully support the application.”
A Netherfield GP will hang up her stethoscope after serving the community for 31 years.
Dr Caitriona Kennedy today informed patients via social media that she has taken the decision to retire.
The GP has worked for Trentside Medical Group, which owns the Netherfield Medical Centre where she is based, for three decades.
In a post on the Trentside Medical Group Facebook page she wrote: “After 31 years at Trentside, it is with a mixture of sadness and excitement that I am retiring from the Partnership.
“It has been a privilege and a pleasure serving our patients and supporting the community when I was able to. I take great pride in my role in procuring our lovely building. I will miss the Practice staff and patients enormously.
“My last day in clinic will be the 31st August. If you wish to come and say goodbye then I will be in the Practice on the 5th September and look forward to seeing you then.”
