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New Armed Forces breakfast club being launched at Richard Herrod Centre in Carlton

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New Armed Forces breakfast club being launched at Richard Herrod Centre in Carlton

A new breakfast club aimed at bringing members of the Armed Forces together is set to launch at Richard Herrod Centre in Carlton.

The club will be open to any active or ex-members of the forces, including veterans and any family members connected to the forces. 

The club will offer breakfast and drinks and also promote some of the services available to military members in the borough of Gedling.

The council will be involved in the initial set up but it is hoped that the members taking part will take over ownership and continue to run the event independently.  

The events will take place every fourth Saturday of the month, starting on Saturday, July 30. There will be bacon, sausage and vegetarian cobs, supplied by Netherfield business, It’s Inn The Bank as well as tea and coffee from the Richard Herrod Centre bar. 

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The breakfast club is free entry however, the food and drink will need to be purchased.

The club is part of the council’s plan to reduce loneliness and isolation in the borough as well as supporting Armed Forces as part of the council’s Armed Forces Covenant. The council recently launched an Armed Forces Leisure Card to offer discounted membership in its leisure facilities. 

Leader of Gedling Borough Council, Councillor John Clarke MBE said: “We are really pleased to be launching this new club to help bring members of the Armed Forces, both active and retired members, together to have a coffee and a chat.

“We know that there are a number of military men and women in our borough and we hope they will see this and come along, bring their families too and enjoy the company of colleagues who have all done so much for this country. 

He added:” We want to do as much as we can to support our Armed Forces while also making sure we have somewhere for them to be able to come and talk and be with others; it’s incredibly important that events like this are provided as it can really make a difference to people’s lives. It also gives us a chance to say thank you for their service and for all the sacrifices they have made to keep us safe.”

Crime commissioner Caroline Henry gets driving ban after being caught speeding five times in 12 weeks

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Crime commissioner Caroline Henry gets driving ban after being caught speeding five times in 12 weeks

Nottinghamshire’s police and crime commissioner Caroline Henry has been banned from driving after she was caught speeding five times in 12 weeks.

Sky News reports that Caroline Henry, the PCC for Nottinghamshire Police, admitted the offences and told journalists waiting outside the courtroom she was “truly sorry”.

Henry was fined £2,450 and banned for six months for exceeding 30mph limits in a blue Mercedes and a Lexus with a private number plate.

There have been calls for her to step down but she previously said she wanted to stay in her £76,000 job.

Henry was captured speeding twice near a primary school in Daybrook, Nottingham; on the A610, and in Chilwell and Beeston.

She was recorded going 40mph, as well as 38mph and 35mph, during a 12-week period from March to June last year.

At a police and crime panel meeting last month, Henry had promised a road safety crackdown.

She remained “absolutely committed” to reducing speeding, according to the BBC’s Local Democracy Reporting Service.

Live updates as heatwave hits Gedling borough

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Live updates as heatwave hits Gedling borough

Here’s the latest updates from across the borough around school closures and transport changes as the heatwave has an impact on the area…

School closures

At this moment, it is understood that no schools across the borough have been closed…

Redhill Academy has informed pupils they will not be expected to wear blazers and ties during the hot weather. They also communicated: “Students can now opt to come into school in their PE kit on Monday and Tuesday, should they prefer.

Carlton Academy has issued the following advice to parents and pupils

  • School is open to all staff and students as normal
  • Students are allowed to not bring ties and blazers or are allowed to wear school PE kit instead of uniform – if you do not have the PE shorts / skort and wish to wear shorts these should be black if possible please. Trainers are permitted as are short socks, students should not be in sandals or other ‘beach type shoes’ as these are not part of our PE kit.
  • Students should wear sun cream and bring a hat, umbrellas are welcomed to use for shade
  • Students should bring a water bottle, these can be refilled at school from many locations – bringing frozen water is sensibly suggested
  • Changes will be made to PE lessons to reduce students’ time in the sun and undertaking physical exertion
  • There are many areas of shade in school and these will be utilised and we will be opening the garden to students in Year 10 at break and lunchtime as well as the Theatre for years 7 and 8 at break and lunch
  • We will be making additional use of air conditioned spaces such as the dining room
  • There will be an ice cream van on site at break and lunch on both days should students wish to purchase a cold item as well as the normal fantastic range of items in the air conditioned school dining room

Transport

East Midlands Railway have introduced a reduced timetable for Monday and Tuesday due to the expected heat.

Gedling borough services are affected

  • Liverpool Lime Street/ Nottingham/Norwich services will only run between Manchester Piccadilly and Grantham
  • Crewe / Nottingham / Newark Castle services will only run between Crewe and Nottingham

    Closed facilities

Burton Joyec Parish Council has taken the decision to temporarily close Roberts Recreation Ground playground and the 3G pitch due to the extremely high temperatures forecast for today (18) and tomorrow (19)

They say both facilities will reopen on Wednesday (20).

Some good advice…

https://twitter.com/EMASNHSTrust/status/1548942516854063104
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Calverton residents being urged to have say on community woodland plan

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Calverton residents being urged to have say on community woodland plan

Residents in Calverton are being asked to have their say on plans for a new community woodland in the village.

The Calverton Parish Council wants to turn a former Pitch and Putt site located next to the William Lee Memorial Park into an area for both wildlife and people to enjoy.

PICTURED: The proposed site for the new community woodland in Calverton

The council have been working with Greenwood Community Forest on a proposal for a community woodland.

The planting of new trees would create a small wooded accessed by wide, mown paths with open, unobstructed views along each section of path.

A tree planting event would be held this winter to give everyone the chance to get involved with creating the community woodland.

The planting is funded through the Trees for Climate programme, funded by government, so there is no cost to the parish council.

The Parish Council and Greenwood Community Forest would like to know what you think of the proposals and additional details can be found on both the Calverton Parish Council and Greenwood Community Forest web site. http://www.greenwoodforest.org.uk/helping-greenwood-to-grow/calverton-planting-proposal

People have until August 15 to respond.

Gedling borough commuters face further disruption as more rail strikes are announced for July and August

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Gedling borough commuters face further disruption as more rail strikes are announced for July and August

Commuters in Gedling borough will face further disruption next month when rail workers take part in two days of strike action.

East Midlands Railway workers are amongst those taking part in the newly-announced strikes on August 18 and 20 – which means services across Gedling borough will be impacted.

This is in addition to a 24-hour strike by the RMT on 27 July.

The rail operator runs trains from Burton Joyce, Carlton and Netherfield Stations.

The rail strikes have been announced by the RMT union as the row continues over jobs, pay and working conditions.

The action will see more than 40,000 workers across Network Rail and 14 train operating companies walk out.

READ MORE: Arnold Lane to finally reopen after Colliery Way works come to an end

General secretary Mick Lynch said: “The rail industry and the government need to understand that this dispute will not simply vanish.

“They need to get serious about providing an offer on pay which helps deal with the cost-of-living crisis, job security for our members and provides good conditions at work.

“We remain open for talks, but we will continue our campaign until we reach a negotiated settlement.”

A notice has been posted on the East Midlands Railway website acknowledging the strike action and warning of disruption.

It read: “The RMT union has confirmed its members will be taking strike action on Wednesday 27 July.

“This will reduce the number of services East Midlands Railway is able to operate.

“Service information and timetables will be available very shortly.

“Please continue to check the EMR website, information in stations and social media for the latest advice and information.”

Witness appeal after woman reports being assaulted in Mapperley street

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Witness appeal after woman reports being assaulted in Mapperley street

Police investigating an assault on a woman in Mapperley are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

The victim reported she was attacked by a man in Somersby Road at around 7pm on May 31, 2022.

The victim managed to fight the man off and he ran away.

PC Martyn Leivers, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “Our enquiries into this incident are at an advanced stage but we remain keen to speak to anyone who witnessed what happened.

“I would therefore ask anyone who saw the incident, or has dash cam footage, to please call us on 101 quoting incident 500 of 31 May 2022.

“Alternatively call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Arnold Lane will FINALLY reopen TODAY as Colliery Way works come to an end

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Arnold Lane will FINALLY reopen TODAY as Colliery Way works come to an end

Arnold Lane will tomorrow reopen fully for the first time after being shut to traffic for nearly four months.

It is set to be reopened tomorrow 11am (July 15) after being closed while works were underway on a new tie-in road to join it up to the new Colliery Way.

Arnold Lane link
PICTURED: Work on linking up Arnold Lane with Colliery Way (PHOTO: NCC)
Colliery Way opening
Pupils from Carlton le Willows joined councillors at the opening of the Colliery Way

Arnold Lane has been realigned to the five-arm roundabout on Colliery Way, meaning that local traffic for Gedling Village will now need to use the roundabout as part of their journey.

In fact, the five-arm roundabout is now such a key part of the local traffic network as all motorists using Arnold Lane will use the roundabout.  

The new road layout means there will be some changes to journeys, including:

  • Traffic coming from Mapperley into Gedling Village cannot turn right onto Arnold Lane at its junction with Gedling Road/Mapperley Plains and should instead turn right onto Colliery Way and exit onto Arnold Lane at the five-arm roundabout
  • As a reminder, Lorries and HGVs should be aware that a weight limit came into force in Gedling Village when Colliery Way opened.
  • For journeys from and to Mapperley Plains, Lorries and HGVs should continue to use the section of Colliery Way linking the roundabout rather than the section of Arnold Lane. Colliery Way is now the A6211 and is also less steep.

Councillor Neil Clarke MBE, Cabinet Member for Transport and Environment at Nottinghamshire County Council, said: “Today marks another milestone in the Colliery Way project as the wider road network is now fully open.

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“This marks the end of a significant construction project, and I cannot mention this without thanking local residents and motorists for their patience whilst our teams have worked hard to get to where we are today.

“I’d also like to recognise all personnel who have been working on the scheme for all their hard work on this project which will bring significant benefits to the local area.

“As with any new roads scheme, there have been changes to the road layout and it is very much a case of ‘all roads lead to the five-arm roundabout!’

“Arnold Lane has changed significantly, and this was always part of the wider Colliery Way scheme to reduce congestion through Gedling Village.

“It is great to see the works on this project come to an end so that local residents and motorists can travel on the network once more without delay.

Construction on new Gedling Access Road
BEGINNINGS: Construction began on new Gedling Access Road back in 2020

Will Morlidge, Chief Executive at D2N2, said: “We’re delighted to be funding partners in the Gedling Access Road project.

“Just as the road’s official name of Colliery Way looks back on a proud industrial past, this new development looks to a bright future of high-quality homes and jobs. We need both to ensure that we retain the talented young people who are currently in education and will soon be the future workforce of Gedling and the wider area.”

Shaun Fielding, Regional MD for Keepmoat East Midlands, said: “The opening of Colliery Way earlier this year was a major milestone in the delivery of new homes at Chase Farm, allowing planning permission for a further 430 new homes for Keepmoat’s to be granted by Gedling Borough Council on phase 2 of the development. 

“The completion of the final stretch of the new road, linking Arnold Lane with Colliery Way reflects the effort made by all of the partners to work together to ensure the success of the project, including Keepmoat Homes, Gedling Borough Council, Nottinghamshire County Council and Homes England.”

To view a map of the new road network and see how Colliery Way links to the local roads please visit Gar Map NEW v1 (nottinghamshire.gov.uk)

DG Cars announces takeover of Arnold taxi firm

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DG Cars announces takeover of Arnold taxi firm

Local taxi giant DG Cars this week announced it has taken over Arnold taxi firm Alert Taxis.

In a tweet this week the firm announced their latest aquisition.

The firm, which has its headquarters on Colwick Industrial Estate, said the takeover will add around 30 drivers to their DG fleet.

READ MORE: Teenager is charged after Arnold assault

The firm said: “This will be our seventh acquisition of 2022 and makes us the fastest growing private hire company in the UK.”

It is believed Alert Taxis will continue to be managed locally.

More than 10,000 households in Gedling borough will receive £326 cost-of-living payments from today

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More than 10,000 households in Gedling borough will receive £326 cost-of-living payments from today

More than 10,000 households across Gedling borough will receive their first direct payments to help with the soaring cost of living

Low-income households on means-tested benefits will receive the money automatically in their bank, building society or credit union account.

The first £326 payment will be paid by the end of July, marked as “DWP Cost of Living”, the government has said.

A second instalment of £324 will be awarded in the autumn.

Although the payments are designed to help with rising prices, and specifically soaring energy bills, recipients can spend or save the money as they see fit.

Gedling MP Tom Randall praised the move.

He said: “Everyone in Gedling is facing increases in the cost of living, caused by global inflationary pressures and Russia’s attack on Ukraine that is especially affecting the price of oil and gas.

“I am determined to do all I can to support my constituents and am pleased more than 10,000 across Gedling will receive an initial £326 payment from today (July 14) as part of the £650 cost of living payment for those on means-tested benefits.

“In addition to this and the £150 Council Tax rebate, all Gedling households will receive £400 energy bill relief grant from their energy companies in October, Gedling pensioners already receiving winter fuel allowance will also receive an extra £300 in November / December, a £150 disability cost of living payment will be paid to Gedling residents who are in receipt of disability benefits from September and an extra £500,000,000 is being provided to local councils to provide additional help via the Household Support Fund.”

Boy, 17, charged for wounding with intent following assault in Arnold

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Boy, 17, charged for wounding with intent following assault in Arnold

A teenage boy has been charged in relation to an assault in Arnold that left a man in hospital.

Police were called to Coppice Road at approximately 8pm on Saturday ( July 9, 2022) and found a man injured.

The victim was taken to Queen’s Medical Centre with injuries that are not life-altering or life-threatening. A second man received minor injuries in the same incident but did not require hospital treatment.

Following extensive enquiries, a 17-year-old boy has been charged with wounding with intent and possessing a knife blade / sharp pointed article in a public place.

His age means he cannot be named under section 49 of the Children and Young Persons Act 1933.

The boy has been remanded in custody and appeared at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court yesterday (13 July 2022).

Meanwhile, a second 17-year-old boy has been released on conditional bail after being arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent following the same incident.

Detective Inspector Nick Hall, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This kind of violence has absolutely no place in our society and I am pleased we now have now charged a suspect in relation to this attack. Our investigation continues.”

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