The Co-op have been matching any donation to Arnold Foodbank, up to £250 per person, via their Crowdfunder site .
This fundraiser will end on Tuesday (28).
This means that if you donate £5 online, it will automatically double to £10 and there’s GiftAid on top, which doesn’t cost you anything if you’re a taxpayer.
PICTURED: Arnold Foodbank on Mansfield Road in Daybrook (IMAGE: Google)
Volunteers at the foodbank in Arnold say demand for help has never been higher
The charity, based on Mansfield Road in Daybrook revealed only two weeks ago on social media that it had handed out a record number of emergency food parcels over the previous 10 months.
6,200 were given to those in need – and the charity said that this broke the record previously smashed during the pandemic.
A spokesman for the charity said at the time: “A sad record was broken this week: Arnold Foodbank has supported more local people with emergency food parcels this financial year than at any time in our ten-year history, which includes beating the year of the pandemic. That’s over 6,200 people and still counting as there are another six weeks until our year end on March 31.
Councillors, police, and residents are working together to combat the spike in anti-social driving across the Gedling Borough.
People riding unregistered motorbikes and dirt bikes have been doing wheelies down streets, going onto pavements, and riding through alleyways in the area.
PICTURED: Police teams get ready to tackle ‘boy racers’ in Colwick and Netherfield (PHOTO: Notts Police)‘Get them off our streets’: Councillor Michael Adams has called for action to tackle the problem of anti-social driving across the borough
Police Inspector Mark Stanley has informed local councillors that his team are trying to get hold of further resources to combat this issue.
Councillor Mike Adams said: “We need to fix the problem and get these illegal bikes off of the street.”
One of the issues is that these bikers are riding down the Waverley Avenue cut through however restrictions cannot be put in place as this would cause difficulties for residents who rely on the use of mobility scooters.
There has also been an increase in speeding and car meets in the area.
Vehicles are getting into the industrial carpark behind Stratford Close in Colwick performing donuts and making a large amount of noise.
Locals have expressed their concerns about this disturbance and the police are trying to resolve the problem.
They are working on putting a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) in place which will give the local authority the ability to act, such as confiscating cars, when these problems occur.
The landowner of the car park in Colwick has asked his tenants to park in a certain way to prevent donutting and has employed 24/7 security.
He is looking at gating off the area but there are logistical issues surrounding this as all hour access to the car park is needed.
One weekend there was a count of around 300 cars on the premises.
Last weekend many vehicles were causing problems in the carpark and there was a very swift response from the police.
Cllr Adams told us that these issues have been occurring since November and residents have been hearing cars with ridiculous exhausts in the late hours of the evenings.
He said: “One resident told me they were walking down the road with their daughter, a car drove past making an incredibly loud noise and the daughter was in tears because of this.”
He feels it is not fair on the people in Gedling who expect peace and quiet.
Cllr Adams added: “If you do see any of them, whether it be the bikers or the car cruisers, please don’t approach them but please call 101. If you see a registration plate please report it, if not just tell them where you’ve seen them.”
The continued reporting of these incidents can help the police to take action and put an end to the anti-social driving in Gedling.
GMB members at Gedling Borough Council have today announced an agreement has been reached to deliver a significant pay boost for staff at the Council.
Those working across Environmental Services, including HGV Waste Drivers, Arborists, Street Cleaning Teams and Grave Diggers are all to receive significant increases to their pay.
Paul Genders, GMB Rep at Gedling Borough Council, said: “With the solidarity of our GMB members, we’ve been focused from day one on making work better for our members, that’s what GMB union at Gedling Borough Council is here to do.
“Our members do essential work in the Borough, keeping communities safe and clean for local people. Luckily, we’ve been able to avoid strike action this time as it would no doubt have led to significant disruption across our area.
Craig Thompson, GMB Organiser, said: “This is a significant increase in pay for key workers in Gedling; it’s right thing to do and I’m delighted our members have been able to campaign to deliver this win.
“Council budgets are being squeezed at an unprecedented rate due to this Government’s unwillingness to support the key services local authorities deliver, and it should never be the front line key workers who pay the price for this”.
Post Office chiefs have today announced there will be a delay to the reopening of a Post Office on Carlton Hill.
The branch within the old McColls store on Carlton Hill has been shut since Thursday, January 19 – but was set to reopen today (24).
The branch is being reopened under new management of an independent postmaster at the former McColls shop.
PICTURED: The former McColls shop will again house the Post Office (PHOTO: Gedling Eye)
A statement to Gedling Eye from a Post Office spokesperson, said: “Carlton Hill Post Office was planned to re-open today, however, there has been a delay. We apologise for any inconvenience that this may cause. We will soon be able to advise a revised opening date.”
Previous communication from the Post Office said: “If there are any unforeseen changes to the opening date then posters will be displayed in the branch to let people know.”
There was no evidence of work or posters displayed in the old post office when Gedling Eye visited today (24).
One customer who wished to remain anonymous said: “I’m so disappointed, I have to get a bus to the nearest post office since last month. I hope it opens soon”
The Post Office will again be housed in the former McColls store
Services were stopped when the chain went into administration and although it was saved by Morrisons in a £190m rescue bid, the branch was one of six stores to be shut in Notts.
Gedling Borough Council has written to over 50 schools in the borough to ask for their support to educate parents around the dangers of idling vehicles, particularly during the “school run”.
Idling vehicles, where a vehicle is stationary but still has the engine running, release harmful pollutants into the air which can have a negative impact on the environment as well as public health.
Children are particularly at risk because they have smaller lungs and breathe more rapidly as well as spending more time outdoors. Studies have also shown that exposure to air pollution can lead to respiratory problems, such as asthma, coughs, bronchitis and other health issues.
Schools are being asked for their support to educate parents on the importance of turning off their engines when parked, whether they are waiting to pick up or drop off their children, or parked near the school. The measures support the council’s Air Quality Action Plan as well as the council’s pledge to become net zero carbon by 2030.
Last year, the council introduced Anti-Idling legislation across Gedling Borough, which states drivers can be issued a £20 fixed penalty notice (FPN), increasing to £40 it not paid within 28 days. The legislation does not apply to drivers in stationary or slow moving traffic.
Drivers will not be fined without warning, however those who refuse to turn off their engine when asked by council officers, could find themselves issued with a notice.
Leader of Gedling Borough Council, Councillor John Clarke MBE said: “Air pollution is a serious issue, and one that we all play a part in tackling. It affects not only our health but the environment and climate too.
One area of concern of where drivers are often found to be idling is around our schools, but by raising awareness of this specific issue, together we can make a real difference.
We’re asking for the support of our local schools, to work with us and help educate parents on the dangers caused by idling cars, and encourage them to change their habits for the health of their children and the community”
Gedling Borough Council Climate Change Officer, Sim Duhra said: “It’s so important to reduce emissions from idling cars near schools. These emissions can cause serious harm to our health, especially for children, as well as contributing towards climate change.
“Turning off your engine while waiting near schools is such a simple thing to do, but it can help protect our children and the planet.
“If your school is learning about climate change or the environment, get in touch to find out more about what support we can offer. Please email: sim.duhra@gedling.gov.uk”
Carlton Hill is now home to a new fruit & veg shop which opened its doors for the first time last month.
Juicey’s has been established by Justine Fawzi, who first moved to the area just over a year ago.
The former HR worker said she was inspired to start up the new store after struggling to find fresh, organic, non-processed food to suit her healthy lifestyle in the local area.
Pictured: Fresh fruit and veg at Juicey’s (Gedling Eye)Pictured: Justine at her new store (Gedling Eye)
She then spotted an empty travel agents on the high street on Carlton Hill and thought the property would make the ideal location for a new independent healthy food retailer – and Juicey’s was born.
The new store not only has fresh fruit and veg but also organic eggs. They also sell fresh meat sourced from a local farmer as well as fish from a local fishmonger that is shipped in several times a week.
The bakery section is also being developed following feedback from customers who want more.
We caught up with Lynn Baxter, a regular customer in the store.
She said: “I’m now a regular customer because of the great service and great produce”
Justine is passionate about sustainability and non-waste and has introduced Mediterranean hot food with freshly made soup with her own produce, jacket potatoes as well as developing the deli section containing olives, salad bar, non-processed, healthy food.
As soon as you enter the store you can feel the sustainability that Justine is passionate about with the shelving and displays made from recycled pallets and unused wood and the shop is also dog friendly.
Justine wanted to express her thanks to the people who have supported her so far and said ‘Just support independent business, come and get fresh, healthy, non-processed food that can be picked up daily with no waste. Its about quality not quantity”
So if you are looking for a bakery, butcher, fishmonger, deli, Mediterranean hot food or fruit and veg supplier – then Juicey’s may be for you.
Part of Gedling’s 800-home Teal Close development near Netherfield will be re-designed because a water pipe was discovered under part of the land.
Developer Persimmon Homes has amended its plans for part of the third phase of the major housing scheme to account for an underground culvert.
The proposed site sits on the western part of Colwick Loop Road and is the final phase of the large housing development.
The pipes were found by developers prior to construction beginning on the third phase, which will bring more than 250 new homes.
Amendments to the plans will affect the design and location of 16 homes on this part of the scheme, including the introduction of an additional home.
It takes the total number of homes in the third phase up to 256, joining 199 homes in the first phase which is now nearing completion.
The on-site primary school and care home have also been built, while work on the 353-home second phase is currently under way.
Gedling Borough Council’s planning committee has approved the changes after the developer brought amendments forward for discussion on Wednesday (February 22).
In documents, the developer said: “A re-plan of this area is necessary due to the discovery of an existing culvert in the south western corner of phase three.
“[This] cannot be built upon and its easement needs to be respected.
“The layout has been redesigned with the principle consideration of the existing culvert to the south west.
“This added constraint has influenced the layout of the proposals, ensuring that the culvert itself is avoided and that its necessary easement is respected.
“Houses have been moved eastwards to avoid the culvert and open space has been strategically moved to the area where the culvert sits. to ensure unit numbers remain and open space provision is still secured.”
Two of the 16 properties listed in the current application will be marketed as ‘affordable’.
And, alongside the redesigning, an additional home will be added to when the developer replaces a large detached house with two smaller semi-detached properties.
In total, it means 808 homes will now be built across the Teal Close development.
Speaking in Wednesday’s committee, Councillor Marje Paling (Lab), who represents Coppice, welcomed the changes.
She said: “I’m quite in favour of them changing the layout and the extension and it’s good that they found the culvert before they started building.”
As part of the wider Teal Close scheme, about £2m was requested in developer contributions to mitigate the impact of the homes.
This included more than £1.5m for transport, road and bus improvements and £200,000 for healthcare.
Another £78,762 will be requested through this 16-home application to combat “insufficient secondary school places in the area”.
A council planning spokesperson told the meeting: “The proposed development is considered acceptable.”
In documents, the authority added: “The proposed development would be of a design and appearance that would be appropriate in the context of the surrounding area.
“[It] would not have an adverse impact upon visual amenity, residential amenity or highway safety.”
Here’s our latest round-up of latest events taking place from Friday 24 February to Thursday 2 March across the borough.
Friday, February 24
Moments of Pleasure, The Music Of Kate Bush – Ravenshead Village Hall, 8.15pm
Moments of Pleasure: The Music of Kate Bush are a group of experienced and dedicated musicians and avid fans of Kate Bush who endeavour to pay homage to her amazing talent and music and bring it to the live stage.
Based on the best-selling book and nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture, Women Talking is the powerful story of the women of an isolated religious community and their attempt to reconcile a brutal reality with their faith.
Oscar Catch Up: The Quiet Girl (12) – Bonington Cinema, Arnold
Rural Ireland, 1981. Nine-year-old Cait is sent away from her overcrowded, dysfunctional family to live with foster parents for the Summer. In their care, she blossoms, until she discovers one painful truth…
A deeply personal portrait of a 20th century American childhood, Steven Spielberg’s The Fabelmans is a cinematic memory of the forces, and family, that shaped the filmmaker’s life and career. A universal coming-of-age story about an isolated young man’s pursuit of his dreams, the film is an exploration of love, artistic ambition, sacrifice and the moments of discovery that allow us to see the truth about ourselves, and our parents, with clarity and compassion.
That 80s Night – Richard Herrod Centre, Carlton, 9.00 – 11.00pm
Live vocals, choreographed dance routines, audience interaction and of course all those classic 80s hits that you know and love, including from Dirty Dancing, musical theatre, contemporary, pop and rock!
Bachata Tuesday – The Punchbowl, Mapperley, 7.30pm & 8.30pm
Learn to dance Bachata (Moderna & Sensual Style) with Professional Salsa & Bachata Dancer, Performer & Renowned Choreographer – Bruno from Salsa Passion UK
Brian Eno and Roger Eno have been recording together since 1983. This unique musical event not only sees the two brothers performing live together for the first time but it’s one of the very rare occasions that Brian Eno has ever performed live in front of an audience.
The UK Government has called the country’s food supply chain “highly resilient”, saying it can handle the current disruption to fruit and vegetable supplies.
Supermarkets in the UK are currently experiencing a shortage of some fresh produce due to extreme weather conditions in southern Spain and North Africa, which are disrupting the harvest season.
Shoppers in Gedling borough have reported seeing empty shelves in some local supermarket fruit and veg sections.
On Tuesday, Asda and Morrisons began to ration the sale of certain items such as tomatoes, peppers, lettuce, and cucumbers, while Aldi and Tesco are reportedly also planning to put restrictions in place.
The shortages have been attributed to recent poor weather conditions in North Africa and Spain, which have disrupted the production of certain imported vegetables.
The UK Government has said that supermarkets are “adept at managing supply chain issues” and are working with farmers to ensure customers have access to a wide range of fresh produce.
A spokesperson for the UK’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has stated that the country’s food supply chain is “highly resilient” and can cope with such disruption.
“We understand public concerns around the supply of fresh vegetables. However, the UK has a highly resilient food supply chain and is well-equipped to deal with disruption.”
“We remain in close contact with suppliers, who are clear that current issues relating to the availability of certain fruits and vegetables were predominantly caused by poor weather in Spain and North Africa where they are produced,” the spokesperson said.
Defra said: “The government recognises the challenges farmers face due to global pressures on input costs, such as feed, fuel, and fertiliser, and Defra has taken several steps to support the agriculture industry. ”
“This includes removing tariffs on maize imports from the United States, which is a key ingredient in animal feed, improving the compensation scheme for farmers affected by avian influenza, and expanding the seasonal workers visas for the horticulture sector to 45,000 to ensure they have the labour they need. The government is also supporting energy bills through the Energy Bills Relief Scheme.”
“We also understand the difficulties facing the egg industry and are continuing to work with the industry to monitor the egg market.”
“We want all farmers to receive a fair price for their products and are committed to tackling any contractual unfairness that might exist in the agri-food supply chain,” the spokesperson added.
The miners were coming into this game on the back of back-to-back defeats against Clipstone.
In a first half with very few chances Gedling created two clear chances to hit the front, the first fell on the 25th minute when Kieran Harrison did well to ride two challenges but his effort from 18 yards flew over the crossbar.
The other chance on the 37th minute was a golden chance, Paolo Piliero slipped in Ruben Wiggins-Thomas who beat his man but dragged his effort into the side netting despite having 3 Gedling players waiting for a cutback.
Saffron Dynamo, who were victorious at Plains Road in November hit the front with their first chance, Elliot Butler was slipped in, and his first effort was saved by Louis Richardson, but Butler smashed home his 2nd effort from 10 yards to give the hosts the lead.
Just 8 minutes later Saffron doubled their lead, a looping freekick was dropped by Richardson who appeared to slip and the ball fell to Henry Langley who found the bottom corner from 12 yards out.
On 75 minutes Gedling were back in the game, a Ross McCaughey corner was headed down by Josh Stevenson and Paolo Piliero bundled the ball over the line from 2 yards for his 4th of the season and to give the visitors hope.
In the 90th minute the miners were back on level terms, the hosts failed to clear their lines and Semilore Kassim volleyed in an effort from 16 yards for his 2nd of the season and to make the score 2-2.
In the 94th minute the hosts were down to 10 men, Jesper Kutshienza was shown a straight red card for a nasty reaction after he fouled Fenn Davies, but it had no impact on the result as both teams walked away with a point.
Manager Andy Clerke said post-match “to get a point being 2-0 down with 15 to go shows real character the first half was scrappy, but we grew into the game. Our bench played a massive part in the result they are all young lads which is something we need to get a real balance in the squad moving forward”
Gedling Team – Louis Richardson, Josh Thornton (C), Ross McCaughey, Danny Dixon (Fenn Davies 66’), Adrain Hawes (Jonny Gilbert 36’), Josh Stevenson, Kieran Harrison, Jahren Barrow, Tyrell Shannon-Lewis (Semilore Kassim 48’), Ruben Wiggins-Thomas, Paolo Piliero.
Next Game- Hucknall Town (H), 25/02/23, UCL Division 1, 3:00PM Kick Off
