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MATCH REPORT: Gedling Miners Welfare FC 2 – 1 Clifton All Whites FC

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MATCH REPORT: Gedling Miners Welfare FC 2 – 1 Clifton All Whites FC

UCL Division 1

April 15, 2023

Miners’ captain Piliero bids farewell in last-day victory.  

The Miners wanted to end a difficult season on a high note having secured safety last week but struggled in a disappointing first half.  

Louis Richardson was called upon early as he denied a fierce strike from the Clifton forward after they broke away down the right-hand channel.  

It was turning into a typical last-game-of-the-season affair with both sides lacking any clear-cut chances. Gedling’s brightest opening came on 26 minutes when Zachary Hill burst away down the right and his cutback was met by Greg Tempest whose effort from 20 yards was blocked and the sides went into the break level. 

Gedling came out the traps better after the restart and on 51 minutes they created a good chance, Josh Thornton found Tempest who whipped in a cross which Gian Ciaurro headed wide of the left post from 15 yards out.  

In the final 5 minutes the game came to life and Hill nearly scored a brilliant solo goal as he rode 4 challenges before his shot was well saved and the rebound was blocked.  

But on the 93rd minute Gedling were given a chance to take the lead after Fenn Davies cross was blocked by the defender’s hand leaving the ref no choice but to point to the spot. Paolo Piliero who was playing his last ever game stepped up and smashed his penalty into the top left corner to give Gedling the lead and the former Long Eaton and Ilkeston Town man a parting gift on his superb career.  

However, in the 6th minute of injury time the visitors looked to have stopped Gedling’s celebrations after a cross found Josh McGarvey who smashed his effort into the roof of the net to make it 1-1.  

But in the 98th minute and with the last kick of the season Gedling won it, Kieran Harrison picked up the ball 25 yards from goal and he unleashed an effort which found the bottom left-hand corner to end Gedling’s season on a positive note and at the end Piliero was clapped off for the last time by a strong Plains Road turnout of 181 to show respect to a fan favourite at Plains Road for the last 3 years.  

Gedling Team – Louis Richardson, Exauce Nsiala (Danny Dixon 45+3), Paolo Piliero (C), Kieran Harrison, Josh Stevenson, Ross McCaughey, Greg Tempest (TK Mushambi 56’), Josh Thornton, Courtney Hastings, Gian Ciaurro (Fenn Davies 56’), Zachary Hill.  

Free-range eggs set to return to supermarket shelves across Gedling borough

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Free-range eggs set to return to supermarket shelves across Gedling borough

Shoppers across Gedling borough will be able to buy free-range eggs and chicken for the first time in five months when a nationwide compulsory housing order on poultry is lifted this week.

Hens and other captive birds have been under lockdown since last November due to the worldwide outbreak of avian influenza.

Defra has announced that the mandatory housing measures will be lifted from a minute past midnight on Tuesday, April 18.

The nationwide housing order was introduced last November as bird flu spread rapidly through the UK’s poultry flock and wild birds.

It meant that eggs laid by hens who normally had access to outside areas, and chickens produced for meat, could not be marketed as free range.

From tomorrow, producers in most of England and Wales can label their eggs and meat as free range again.

The exceptions are where local protection zones are in place due to a specific outbreak of bird flu at a farm or other premises.

British Poultry Council chief executive Richard Griffiths said: “This has been a testing time for the poultry meat industry, so we welcome the lifting of the housing order that comes with the reduction of the risk level.

“Reduced risk does not mean no risk: the health of our birds remains the priority for our members up and down the country. We urge all bird keepers to maintain effective biosecurity throughout the year to avoid any incursion of potential infection and minimise impact on international trade.”

Defra said poultry and captive bird keepers must cleanse and disinfect clothing, footwear, equipment and vehicles before and after contact with their flock and, if practical, use disposable protective clothing.

Avian influenzas pose a very low food safety risk for UK consumers. There is no impact on the consumption of properly cooked poultry products, including eggs.

Bird keepers should report suspicion of disease in England to the Defra Rural Services Helpline on 03000 200 301.

PLANNING: 30 properties planned on Ashfield and Gedling border

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PLANNING: 30 properties planned on Ashfield and Gedling border

Planning documents have been received by Gedling Borough Council planning department for development of north of Marion Road in Hucknall on the north eastern edge of Hucknall.

The land sits to the south of Papplewick and Linby.

The proposed development application was submitted on behalf of Chevin Homes (Derby) Limited by the Planning and Design Group Limited.

Submitted documents state that ‘the site and delivery of the housing is located within the authority boundary of Gedling Borough Council however, the proposed access road, linking to Marion Avenue lies within the jurisdiction of Ashfield District Council. The proposed development is, therefore, cross boundary and both authorities have been issued with a copy of the application.’

Pictured: Access is proposed via Marmion Avenue (PHOTO: Google)

A supporting planning document states that the planning application seeks full permission for the construction of 30 dwellings (including 9 affordable units) with associated infrastructure, open space and landscaping.

The proposed development will consist of 21 market housing units made up of 12 three bedroom and nine two bedroom units.

There will also be nine social, affordable or intermediate rent units made up of seven two bedroom and two three bedroom properties.

Pictured: Proposed site plan (Courtesy of Gedling Borough Council Planning)

Full planning details for application 2023/0233 can be accessed HERE

Seaside theme for Calverton village get together

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Seaside theme for Calverton village get together

The date for the annual ‘Calverton Village Get Together’ has been now been announced.

This year the event, run by the Calverton Scout & Guide Supporters Association, will be held on Sunday May 14 at the Calverton Scout & Guide Supporters Building, Main Street, Calverton NG14 6LU.

Cheryl Mosely from the Village Get Together team told Gedling Eye that the event brings the community of Calverton Together.

She said: “It helps charities, clubs, schools and churches within the village to raise funds for their various groups.   

“The Calverton Scout & Guide Supporters Association also use this event to raise funds for the upkeep and running of their headquarters.”

Last year’s event was held in July, due to Covid restrictions in early 2022, and it turned out to be something of a super scorcher.

This year the ‘Calverton Village Get Together’ event returns to May where it is hoped that there will be some sunny weather.

The theme for this year’s event is ‘Calverton-by-the-Sea’ so the Village Get Together team recommend that you bring your buckets and spades and prepare for sandcastles, paddling pool, donkeys, Punch and Judy and, of course, ice cream, fun and laughter.

Further information to follow, but in the meantime put Sunday May 14 in your diary and keep an eye out for future updates from the Calverton Scout and Guides Supporters Association as the date draws closer.

Vintage fashion store makes full house for Nottingham street being revitalised by Carlton-based builder

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Vintage fashion store makes full house for Nottingham street being revitalised by Carlton-based builder

A vintage fashion retailer founded in Newcastle has added the final piece in the jigsaw to a Carlton-based property developer’s mission to transform Nottingham’s Bridlesmith Gate.

Garms has agreed terms to set up shop in the building formerly occupied by shoe retailer, Office in the city centre street.  

Bridlesmith Gate had suffered a similar fate to many UK high streets during the Covid-19 pandemic, with challenging circumstances causing a number of traders to go out of business.

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PICTURED: Bosses at the ALB Group

Arran Bailey, managing director of Nottingham property developer ALB Group, which is based in Carlton, set out to reverse the trend by buying up 11 properties there in late 2021 with a view to turning the area into Nottingham’s version of Carnaby Street.

By investing significantly in regenerating and repurposing this part of Bridlesmith Gate accompanied by being more open minded on flexible lease terms, he hoped to attract on trend independent and niche traders into the street.

Garms, which has other stores in Newcastle and Durham along with a successful online and wholesale business, has now taken a long term lease on the last remaining vacant property in Bridlesmith Gate, following the likes of international hairdressing firm Menspire, Fashion retailer Stick and Ribbon, Sneakervers, craft coffee shop BARiSTA and Pygott & Crone independent estate agents.  

Arran and his team, which includes Nottingham-based Box Property Consultants, also commissioned artists to liven up the now-bustling street with vibrant street murals. The developer is delighted that his vision has become a reality so quickly.

“We had ambition and vision and, with determination and hard work, we have succeeded in putting all the pieces together pretty rapidly,” said Arran. 

“Being from Nottingham, it gave me little joy to see a street like Bridlesmith Gate struggle like many other high streets have done recently. So, with a bit of out-of-the-box thinking, we made it our mission to turn its fortunes around. 

“We couldn’t be happier with how our vision has turned out. The arrival of Garms is the cherry on top of the cake.”

Arran added: “We’d like to thank Box Property Consultants for helping us turn this around, and we wish all of our tenants every future success.”

Frankie Labbate, director of Box Property Consultants, said he was delighted to have helped to complete the deal with the proprietors of Garms.

“Nottingham is a very popular vintage fashion city, so Garms will fit in extremely well. When the owners were searching for new retail space, they really liked Bridlesmith Gate because of what Arran had Achieved – and they loved the street art and vibrant atmosphere. 

“It’s a very positive result off the back of lots of innovation and hard work to have our final tenant on board – adding the final piece of the jigsaw. This part of Bridlesmith Gate had various vacant units when he acquired the units, but now it’s been repurposed and as a result revitalised with a new on trend independent mix of tenants and vibe.

“Arran has backed up the vision set out with significant capital investment in a timely but more importantly purposed manner and, with a combination of investment and a refreshing forward thinking approach to leasing the results are there for everyone to enjoy.”

Alongside the properties in Bridlesmith Gate, ALB Group has also purchased several other buildings in neighbouring Lister Gate and Low Pavement.  

Continuing the good news for the area, upmarket fragrance store Jo Malone, which occupies one of ALB’s units in Low Pavement, has recently agreed to extend its lease for five years.

Climate hustings will look at council election candidates’ environmental commitments

Emily Sanchez
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Climate hustings will look at council election candidates’ environmental commitments

People in Gedling borough are being invited to attend an upcoming climate hustings taking place before the local council elections in May.

The event is being hosted by Gedling Climate Change Group to give representatives of the political parties standing in the forthcoming elections the chance to state their policies on matters concerning the environment and nature.

The event is to be held between 7.30 and 9.00pm on Monday (April 17) at St James Church Centre, Marshall Hill Drive, Porchester and will be available as a livestream on the group’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/GedlingClimateChange

Members of the public will be welcome and, if time allows, be able to ask their own questions of the party representatives.

REMINDER: One week to go until UK Emergency Alerts test

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REMINDER: One week to go until UK Emergency Alerts test

With one week to go until the UK-wide test of the Emergency Alerts system, the text of the alert has today been released.

The test alert, which will take place at 3pm on Sunday, April 23, will see people receive a message on the home screen of their mobile phone, along with a sound and vibration for up to ten seconds. The message will say:

“This is a test of Emergency Alerts, a new UK government service that will warn you if there’s a life-threatening emergency nearby.

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“In a real emergency, follow the instructions in the alert to keep yourself and others safe.

“Visit gov.uk/alerts for more information.

“This is a test. You do not need to take any action.”

For the test, the public does not need to take any action – the sound and vibration will stop automatically after ten seconds. All people need to do is swipe away the message or click ‘OK’ on their phone’s home screen – just like for a ‘low battery’ warning or notification – and continue to use their phone as normal.

Best practice of Emergency Alerts in other countries have shown that they work more effectively when there is a real emergency if people have previously received a test, so they know what an alert looks and sounds like. 

Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, Oliver Dowden MP, said: “At 3pm next Sunday we’ll be doing a nationwide test of our new Emergency Alerts system. 

“Getting this system operational means we have a vital tool to keep the public safe in life-threatening emergencies.  It could be the sound that saves your life.”

Emergency Alerts have already been used successfully in a number of other countries, including the US, Canada, the Netherlands and Japan, where it has been widely credited with saving lives, for example, during severe weather events. In the UK, alerts could be used to tell residents of villages being encroached by wildfires, or of severe flooding.

Chief Fire Officer Alex Woodman, Lead for Local Resilience Forums at the National Fire Chiefs Council, commented: “We must use every tool at our disposal to keep people safe, and we need everyone to play their part – and the new Emergency Alerts system is one way we can do this. For 10 seconds, the national test may be inconvenient for some, but it’s important, because the next time you hear it – your life, and the life-saving actions of our emergency services, could depend on it.”

The Government has worked together with the emergency services and partners, including the Football Association and London Marathon, to make sure the national test has minimum impact on major events taking place on the day. 

At every stage, the Government has worked with organisations and charities who represent vulnerable groups to make sure they are not adversely affected. Women and girls who are subject to domestic abuse and have concealed phones can opt-out of the national test either by turning off Emergency Alerts in their phone settings or by switching their phone off.

Emma Pickering, Senior Operations Tech Abuse Manager at Refuge, said: “Next week, the Government plans to send a test alert to all devices including tablets as well as phones. These alerts will come through as a loud siren even if devices are on silent, and could alert an abuser to a concealed device. Refuge’s Technology-Facilitated Abuse and Economic Empowerment Team have put together two videos on how to turn these alerts off, both on Android phones and on iPhones for anyone that is concerned that these alerts will put their safety at risk. 

“We want to ensure as many survivors as possible know how to ensure these alerts are turned off on their hidden devices. We have more information on securing your devices – for example your location settings or privacy settings – on refugetechsafety.org.”

The Government has also worked with the transport sector and organisations such as Highways England to make sure drivers are aware of the alert and they follow the normal rules as when receiving any phone call or message; that they do not look or touch their phone until it is safe to do so.

Emergency Alerts will transform the UK’s warning and informing capability; by working with mobile broadcasting technology it will provide a means to get urgent messages quickly to nearly 90 percent of mobile phones in a defined area when there is a risk to life, and provide clear instructions about how best to respond.

The system will be used very rarely – only being sent where there is an immediate risk to people’s lives – so people may not receive an alert for months or years.

Gedling Lotto results: Winning numbers for tonight, Saturday, April 15, 2023

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Gedling Lotto results: Winning numbers for tonight, Saturday, April 15, 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 jackpot.

We now publish the winning numbers each Saturday night.

THIS WEEK’S WINNING NUMBERS (15/04/23)

9 4 4 7 1 3

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.

Causes to benefit from the Lotto include:

  • Arnbrook Primary School
  • Arnold Swimming Club
  • Gedling Play Forum
  • Gedling Conservation Trust
  • Gedling Youth & Community Hub
  • Lambley Village Cricket Club

You can buy tickets here: https://www.gedlinglotto.co.uk/support/gedling

Tick bites: Experts sound alarm over disease threats

Emily Sanchez
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Tick bites: Experts sound alarm over disease threats

Government experts are urging people in Gedling borough to be ‘tick aware’ as they enjoy the great outdoors this spring and summer.

Ticks can carry infections and while Lyme disease is more common in the UK, the UK Health Security Agency has recently confirmed a case of tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) in England.

To help you stay safe this spring and summer, here’s a guide to protecting yourself from tick-borne infections and about how to recognise the signs and symptoms of Lyme disease and TBE.

Where are ticks found?

Ticks are most common in grassy and wooded areas. You are therefore more at risk of being bitten if you take part in activities such as hiking, cycling or camping, but they can also sometimes be found in urban gardens.

How to avoid tick-borne infections

While walking in green spaces, consider wearing clothing that covers your skin to make it more difficult for ticks to access a suitable place to bite.

Use insect repellent such as DEET and consider wearing light-coloured clothing so that you can easily spot ticks and brush them off.

After spending time outside, check yourself, your clothing, your pets and others for ticks. Remove any attached tick as soon as you find it using a tick-removal tool or fine-tipped tweezers.

What is Lyme disease?

Lyme disease is an infection transmitted by some tick species. The disease can be acquired when bitten by an infected tick. Although Lyme disease should not deter you from enjoying the outdoors, you can reduce your chance of infection by following the precautions above.

What are the symptoms of Lyme disease?

Symptoms include a spreading circular red rash, which may appear as a bulls-eye rash like the image below, as well as non-specific flu-like symptoms. Although a lot of people associate the disease with the rash, many also don’t report seeing one.

Other signs to look out for include muscle or nerve pains or a drooping facial appearance when the nerves to the muscles around the upper part of the face are affected.

Are there many cases?

There are estimated to be around 3000 cases of Lyme disease diagnosed in England each year.

Can Lyme disease be treated?

In the UK, Lyme disease is an uncommon infection and can be successfully treated with a full course of antibiotics. This is the case for most people who contract Lyme disease, but if left untreated, the infection can spread to the nervous system and other areas of the skin, joints or rarely to the heart. If the nervous system or heart is affected, then injected antibiotics may be offered.

Rapidly recognising symptoms can ensure that if you are developing the disease you can receive the earliest diagnosis and treatment from your GP. If you are bitten by an infected tick your symptoms will typically develop 1-4 weeks after being bitten, however, they can appear anytime between 3 to 30 days after exposure.

What is tick-borne encephalitis virus (TBEV)?

TBEV is a viral infection that spreads through tick bites. Although it is prevalent in many parts of the world, including several European countries, in the last few years, ticks carrying TBEV have been found in England.

What are its symptoms?

TBEV causes a range of diseases, from completely asymptomatic infection to mild flu-like illness, all the way to severe infection in the central nervous system such as meningitis or encephalitis (swelling of the brain).

Symptoms of encephalitis can include a high fever with a headache, neck stiffness, confusion, seizures or fits, reduced or loss of consciousness.

Seek urgent medical attention if you or anyone you know experiences symptoms of meningitis:

  • severe headache
  • stiff neck
  • pain looking at bright lights

Seek urgent medical attention if you or anyone you know develops neurological symptoms:

  • a fit (seizure), if not known to be epileptic
  • sudden confusion or change in behaviour
  • weakness or loss of movement in arms and legs
  • facial dropping, change in vision or slurred speech

More information can be found on the NHS website.

Remember that advice and treatment is readily available through the NHS. So, if you think you have been bitten by a tick and have symptoms, contact your GP and accept the treatment that is offered to you.

5p slashed off a pint of milk at major supermarkets across Gedling borough

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5p slashed off a pint of milk at major supermarkets across Gedling borough

Major supermarkets across Gedling borough have slashed the price of their own-brand milk by 5p in what’s being called ‘the dairy wars’.

Tesco was the first major grocer to cut the price of milk earlier this week, when it reduced the cost of a pint for the first time since May 2020 in a bid to help consumers struggling with higher living costs. They have now cut the price of a pint of milk to 90p, down from 95p.

Sainsbury’s was quick to follow just 24 hours later, matching Tesco’s new lower prices exactly. Aldi, Lidl and Asda all dropped their prices towards the end of the week, with Asda saying it had taken “swift action” to support customers struggling with the cost of living.

Announcing the initial price cuts, Tesco boss Jason Tarry described milk as a “key everyday staple for so many families”.

“We’ve seen some cost price deflation for milk across the market in recent times, and we want to take this opportunity to pass that reduction on to customers,” he added.

Asda’s chief commercial officer Kris Comerford said the retailer had “invested to protect our customers throughout the cost of living crisis and [has] taken swift action to reduce the price of milk” as commodity prices have eased, on top of the “hundreds of prices lowered in our stores every week”.

In a similar vein, Sainsbury’s said: “With costs going up, we are working hard to keep prices low, especially on the everyday essentials people buy the most.”

But consumer group Which? believes supermarkets should be doing “a lot more to ensure healthy, nutritious food is more widely available”.

Head of food policy Sue Davies said: “Any price reduction is good news for consumers, but 5p off a pint of milk won’t make a huge difference when it comes to year-on-year food price inflation, which is almost 25% at some supermarkets, according to our research.

“This step shows that pressures are easing but supermarkets should be doing a lot more to ensure healthy, nutritious food is more widely available, especially in those areas most in need and to make sure pricing is clearer, more transparent and more consistent, so consumers can easily compare prices in-store and with other supermarkets.”

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