Crews are still at the scene tackling the blaze after receiving a call at 8.36am.
A spokesperson said: “We are currently in attendance at a waste fire on Private Road, Colwick, where 20 tonnes of waste paper is on fire.
“Crews from Carlton, London Road, Arnold, Highfields and Edwinstowe, including the Aerial Ladder Platform, are working to extinguish the fire.
They added: “Please avoid Colwick Industrial Estate if possible, and close your doors and windows if downwind of the fire.”
| FIRE | We are currently in attendance at a waste fire on Private Road, Colwick, where 20 tonnes of waste paper is on fire. Crews from Carlton, London Road, Arnold, Highfields and Edwinstowe, including the Aerial Ladder Platform, are working to extinguish the fire. pic.twitter.com/njJujIr3qo
— Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service (@nottsfire) April 15, 2022
The Easter weekend features two bank holidays and one of the most significant days in the Christian calendar, Easter Sunday.
When Sunday trading was first introduced back in 1994, special protection was given to both Easter Sunday and Christmas Day to ensure that the majority of shop staff would be able to spend those days with their families.
While small shops measuring less than 280 square metres may open any day or hour, larger shops may only open for 6 consecutive hours between 10am and 6pm on a Sunday and must close on Easter Sunday and Christmas Day.
A new children’s home, CCTV at high street bank and plan for new cricket nets and pitch are just some of the many applications submitted to Gedling Borough Council in the last week.
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Arnold
Single storey rear extension. 24 Arnot Hill Road Arnold Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG5 6LL Ref. No: 2022/0416PN
Demolition of the rear single storey extension and replace with amended design and erection of a new front extenstion. 9 Osgood Road Arnold Nottinghamshire NG5 6RF Ref. No: 2022/0347
Replacement of existing external Self Service Machines and ATM surround installation including new signage above ATM. Installation of new external CCTV. HSBC 104 Front Street Arnold Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG5 7EG Ref. No: 2022/0332
Erection of single storey porch with canopy over to front of the house and alterations to rear bay 3. Single storey extension with canopy over to rear living room. 36 Kingswell Road Arnold Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG5 6NP Ref. No: 2022/0110
Extension to dropped kerb at the front of the property 59 Stanhope Road Gedling NG4 4HN Ref. No: 2021/1397
Lambley
Replace part of the existing flat roof with a pitched roof in keeping with the rest of the building.(resubmission) 18 Green Lane Lambley Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG4 4QE Ref. No: 2022/0419
Construct extension to dwelling 3 Harlow Wood Farm Park Lane Lambley Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG4 4QA Ref. No: 2022/0362
Linby
No planning applications this week
Mapperley
Erection of additional cricket net (to includes laying an artificial cricket pitch & a metal frame 21.96m L x 10.98m W x 3.60m H made from 42mm diameter tubular steel) Land Behind Gedling Miners Welfare Plains Road Mapperley Nottinghamshire NG3 5RH Ref. No: 2022/0143
Netherfield
To enable plots 248-250 inclusive and plot 267 to be delivered within phase 2 as First Homes of planning permission (2017/0999) Land Off Teal Close Netherfield Nottinghamshire Ref. No: 2022/0432
Newstead
Agricultural building for machinery, straw and general storage for our farming business. Abbey Fields Farm Station Avenue Newstead Nottinghamshire NG15 8GE Ref. No: 2022/0403
Converting the garage into wheelchair accessible living and sleeping space with glass link to connect to the main property The Old Forge Newstead Abbey Park Station Avenue Newstead Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG15 8GE Ref. No: 2022/0428
Conversion of the garage into wheelchair accessible living and sleeping space with glass link to connect to the main property Newstead Abbey Park, The Old Forge Station Avenue Newstead NG15 8GE Ref. No: 2021/0964
Ravenshead
Reduction of Conifer trees (T1, T2 and T3) by approx. 8m (25ft) to match height of surrounding trees. Redwood House Newstead Abbey Park Nottingham Road Ravenshead NG15 8GD Ref. No: 2022/0424TPO
Removal of T1 & T2 (ornamental conifers approx 12ft), T3 (ornamental conifer approx 15ft) and T4 (ornamental spruce approx 15ft). Crown lift to T5 & T6 (Yew) to 4 metres from the ground and removal of low hanging branches touching the ground, T7 (Norway Spruce) 2 lowhanging branches garden side to 6 metres from the ground, T8 (Corsican Pine) 1 low hanging branch garden side to 6 metres from ground and T9 (Corsican Pine) 2 low hanging branches garden side to 6 metres from ground. 102 Nottingham Road Ravenshead Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG15 9HL Ref. No: 2022/0379TPO
Dog walkers across Gedling borough are being urged to keep their pets on short leads to help ground-nesting birds at wildlife sites and nature reserves this spring and summer.
Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust say some birds, such as the curlew, are making their fragile nests on the ground, tucked away safely in long grass.
However, an exuberant or inquisitive pooch, wandering or bounding through grass or heather, disturbs wildlife, scares adult birds off nests or tramples eggs, and vulnerable chicks can quickly perish if they are left alone for too long.
“Dogs off leads can be a real issue for nesting birds on our nature reserves, especially at sites where most of the grassland habitat is narrow strips alongside paths,” said John Rattray, head of nature recovery (south) at Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust
“When dogs wander off the path into the grassland or reedbeds closer to the water’s edge, they are unwittingly disturbing birds as they go.
“Many of our team, myself included, have dogs, so we understand the pleasure that a walk with your furry friend can bring, but allowing dogs to run loose on nature reserves can be devastating for wildlife, particularly in spring when species are breeding and vulnerable.
“We are asking dog walkers to be sensitive by keeping their pets on a short lead, sticking to paths, and properly disposing of dog poo. Wildlife is already under enormous pressure — let’s all keep dogs on leads so as not to make things worse.”
James Brittain-McVey, lead guitarist of The Vamps, dog owner and ambassador for The Wildlife Trusts said: “I’ve learnt, as a rescue dog owner, the importance of keeping your dog under control at all times. And at this time of year, it’s especially important to remember that we can all play our part in helping birds breed successfully by keeping dogs on short leads in wild places — especially when so many species are having such a hard time.”
Many people think of birds’ nests as being high up in trees, but a surprising number nest on the ground or just above it, in low bushes.
For example, willow warblers tuck themselves away at the base of trees and bushes in woods and open areas with scattered trees, meadow pipits hide their eggs in grassy tussocks on commons and meadows, and nightjars lay their eggs directly onto the ground in heathlands
Oystercatcher, ringed plover and little tern eggs and chicks are brilliantly camouflaged among pebbles and shore areas making them easy to disturb on wetland sites or when visiting beaches.
Keeping dogs on short leads will also benefit other wildlife that can be harmed or disturbed by enthusiastic pooches — from snakes to seals and amphibians to mammals as well as livestock, often used to help manage fragile habitats.
The law says people must keep dogs on a lead no longer than two metres between March 1 and July 31 when on any open access land to protect ground-nesting birds.
The trust is asking people to follow the same approach when visiting nature reserves — and preferably all year round.
For safety, you should also always keep your dog on a lead around grazing animals, although it’s safer to let your dog off if you are chased by cows or horses.
Planning for 433 new properties has been granted by Gedling Borough Council for the final phase of its Chase Farm development in Gedling.
This news comes after the recent opening of the £49m Colliery Way access road, and forms part of Gedling Borough Council’s housing development strategy.
Plans submitted by Keepmoat Homes were approved by Gedling Borough Council’s planning committee, and work has been brought forward to deliver 433 new two-, three-, four-, and five-bedroom homes, 42 of which will be allocated as low-cost housing across approximately 36 acres of land.
Initial plans propose a pilot scheme of 33 homes which are to be delivered to the new Future Homes standard, and all new homes in the final phase will include air source pumps, solar PV panels, increased levels of insulation and EV charging points, with the aim of helping tackle climate change.
Shaun Fielding, regional managing director at Keepmoat Homes, said “We’re thrilled to receive the go-ahead for this final stage of our Chase Farm development in Gedling.
“Our long-lasting relationship with Gedling Borough Council has enabled us to continue with our ambitious plans of regenerating the area, as well as shift our focus on delivering eco-friendly homes fit for the future.
“The continuation of Chase Farm represents Keepmoat Homes’ commitment to building sustainable communities and homes designed for green living, and provides the standard to which future housing must adhere to.”
Leader of Gedling Borough Council, Councillor John Clarke MBE said, “The opening of the new Colliery Way has not only offered relief from traffic to the residents of Gedling Village, it has also unlocked a vital part of the housing supply in the area and a new employment site.
“A key priority for the council is to provide more homes and to drive the delivery of housing at key sites and the Chase Farm development is one of the biggest local housing projects to take place in our borough in recent years.
“We are extremely proud of the partnership work with Keepmoat Homes and other developers to provide much needed housing while helping to boost the local economy through the creation of jobs.
“With the beautiful Gedling Country Park on the doorstep, nearby town centres and retail parks, as well as the benefits from the newly completed Colliery Way, these new homes are very attractive for people thinking of moving into our borough. This new community, right at the heart of Gedling, will soon become a reality, and I look forward to seeing this next phase of development take shape.”
A camera installed to prevent cars using a bus plug in Gedling is to remain in place.
The CCTV camera was installed on Stoke Lane, off Burton Road, back in March 2020 as a temporary measure during the construction of the Gedling Access Road.
But it will now remain in place after local councillors lobbied Nottinghamshire County Council on behalf of residents to make it a permanent fixture.
Trent Valley Councillors Sam Smith and Mike Adams said: “Stoke Lane residents told us that the enforcement of the Stoke Lane bus-plug, off Burton Road, to prevent rat-running was a priority and we are delighted to have delivered on that.
“We have repeatedly requested camera enforcement of the Stoke Lane bus-plug and we were pleased that this initially began in March 2020. This was a temporary measure to prevent rat-running along Stoke Lane between Burton Road and the Colwick Loop Road during the construction period of the Gedling Access Road.
“Since the June 2020, penalty charge notices (fines) have been issued by post to vehicles recorded travelling through the restriction. This has resulted in less traffic travelling along Stoke Lane and through the bus-plug.
“Throughout that period and now that Colliery Way (GAR) is open, we have been working with Gedling MP Tom Randall in jointly lobbying Nottinghamshire County Council to keep the enforcement camera in place at the bus-plug. We are pleased to have received confirmation that our campaign has succeeded and the Stoke Lane bus-plug camera will remain in place.
“We hope that this continued enforcement will further prevent rat-running along Stoke Lane. Colliery Way (GAR) will be subject to a significant post-scheme monitoring and the Stoke Lane bus-plug restriction and camera will be included within this process.”
Residents in Gedling borough could soon have the right to veto any proposed changes to the name of their street,
Under new Government proposals, councils in England will be required to get the green light from locals before pressing ahead.
The Government say the move will allow residents to block attempts to “cancel” local heritage.
The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities said the proposals would strengthen local democracy and protect businesses negatively impacted by unilateral changes.
Businesses can face substantial costs if they have to change their address with banks, shops and utilities.
Some councils recently launched reviews to consider changing offensive street names, such as those linked to slavery, but the new rules could allow residents to block such moves.
Gedling Borough Council carried out a review in 2020 and reviewed a list of all 1,716 street names in the borough to make sure they ‘met the expectations of our multicultural society’.
No names were identified which required further investigation.
Housing Minister Stuart Andrew said: “Up and down the country, street names often form a key part of an area’s history, cherished by the local community for the memories they hold and the places they represent.
“These proposals will strengthen local democracy by ensuring that councils in England get agreement from local residents in advance of any street name changes.”
Police have arrested a man in Mapperley as enquiries continue into the stabbing of a teenager in Sneinton.
Two males have so far been arrested.
The arrests are in connection with an ongoing investigation after a 17-year-old boy was attacked during an incident in Oakdale Road at around 6pm on Monday.
The victim was taken to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.
A 20-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent.
Police also arrested another 20-year-old on suspicion of wounding with intent after enquiries led them to an address in Mapperley last night (13).
Both suspects remain in custody and are being questioned in connection with the incident, as detectives progress with their investigation.
Detective Sergeant James Hirst, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “We are continuing to work hard to understand the circumstances and are appealing for any witnesses, or anyone who may have CCTV, mobile phone or dash-cam footage relating to this incident to please come forward.
“We understand the immense impact knife-related crime can have on people’s lives and the concern it can cause within wider communities.
“That’s why we work tirelessly with our partners all year round to educate people about the consequences and dangers of carrying a knife and getting drawn into violent crime.
“Any incident is one too many. We are working relentlessly to keep people safe and drive down violent crime and the force will not hesitate in taking robust action against those who use knives to cause fear or harm to others.
“The continued support of the community is absolutely vital in tackling this issue. We all need to work together to combat knife crime and we’re urging anyone with information on knife crime in their local community to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. In an emergency, always dial 999.”
Anyone with information that could assist detective with their enquiries is urged to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 627 of 11 April 2022, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
The NHS has arranged for extra GP appointments to be made available for patients in Gedling borough over the bank holiday weekend, which will be bookable via 111 online.
NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire CCG is urging Gedling residents to use 111 online or call 111 over the Easter bank holiday weekend, so trained advisors will be able to book an appointment with a GP if it is needed.
Nottinghamshire GP and chair of the Local Medical Committee, Carter Singh said: “I would urge people to use the NHS 111 service this weekend if you have an injury or illness which is not life threatening. Where appropriate, you will be able to be assessed and treated by a healthcare professional rather than having to unnecessarily wait in a busy emergency department.
“If you are unsure which service is most appropriate, visit 111 online or call 111 and they can direct you to the best services for you or they can even make you an appointment. This will help people get the most appropriate care for them in the best setting and may save many people waiting longer than they or we would like.”
Members of the public can help the NHS this Easter by using services wisely:
Health chiefs also wantedto remind residents that pharmacies can help with things like allergies, constipation, headaches, earaches and many other ailments. Visit your local pharmacist this Easter if you need help or advice with any of these things.
Vaccination sites are open over the Bank Holiday weekend so if you are eligible, you can drop into one of our sites and get protected. You can book via 119 or on the NHS website and you can find your nearest walk in site on nhs.uk/grab-a-jab
Gedling Borough Council’s deputy leader has written to local MP Tom Randall after it was revealed Prime Minister Boris Johnson has now been fined by the Metropolitan Police for attending parties at Number 10 during lockdown.
Downing Street confirmed yesterday (12) that both Johnson and Chancellor Rishi Sunak had been issued fixed penalty notices for breaking lockdown laws by attending parties while nationwide restrictions were in place.
Labour leader Keir Starmer has called for the pair to resign, as has the Covid 19 Bereaved Families for Justice group.
Following the arrests, Mr Payne shared a letter on social media he had written last night in the hope of getting a reaction from the Gedling MP.
Cllr Payne wrote: “At least 419 people in Gedling borough have died from covid. We would have lost many more loved ones but for people doing the right thing by others and following the rules.
“Our residents followed the Government’s rules to keep themselves, their loved ones and their neighbours safe.
PICTURED: Prime Minister Boris JohnsonPICTURED: Chancellor Rishi Sunak
“Meanwhile, Boris Johnson was breaking the rules he made by attending lockdown parties.”
Payne went on to call for the PM’s resignation and also get the views of Mr Randall.
“Given you also repeatedly called on people to follow your Government’s rules, will you now be calling on the Prime Minister and Chancellor to resign?” he wrote.
The Gedling MP this afternoon responded to the calls from Cllr Payne and said he accepted the Prime Minister’s explanation that there was no deliberate attempt to break the rules.
Mr Randall told Gedling Eye: “On June 19, 2020, the Prime Minister was working in the Cabinet Room – his usual place of work within Number 10 – when colleagues in the building that he had been working closely with on the UK’s pandemic response entered the room to wish him Happy Birthday. This lasted for less than ten minutes and had it been an encounter to discuss a work matter then I do not believe we would be debating it.
“However, the Metropolitan Police has determined that this was a breach of the rules. I respect the Metropolitan Police’s decision as do the Prime Minister and Chancellor who have both apologised and paid their fines.
“Given the nature of this event, I accept the Prime Minister’s explanation that there was no deliberate attempt to break any rules. That said, this incident has taken place against a wider, concerning background of events that the Metropolitan Police and Sue Gray continue to investigate.
“I look forward to the swift conclusion of these investigations.”
