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Morrisons cracks down on packaging as plastic milk cartons get axed from Netherfield store

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Morrisons cracks down on packaging as plastic milk cartons get axed from Netherfield store

Morrisons in Netherfield is set to scrap plastic milk cartons and replace them with its own-brand fresh milk in plant-based cardboard cartons.

From this month, nine types of Morrisons fresh milk will be sold in will be sold in carbon neutral Tetra Pak cartons in an effort to save an initial 100 tonnes of plastic a year.

The new Tetra Pak cartons will instead be made from plant-based paperboard. They contain a very thin layer of plastic coating and twist caps made from polyethylene – procured from sustainably sourced sugarcane.

They have been certified by the Carbon Trust as Carbon Neutral and can be recycled at the kerbside in most UK regions.

Fresh milk is said to account for approximately 10 per cent of all plastic packaging used within UK supermarkets.

The supermarket is also swapping plastic bottles to cartons for its own label fresh juice – which they estimate will remove another 678 tons of plastic annually.

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Tony Fearon, dairy category director at Morrisons, said: “Fresh milk does not need to be in a plastic bottle. It keeps just as fresh in a carton. Fresh milk is the top user of plastic packaging in our stores, so this will result in significant plastic reduction.

“Tetra Pak has also been independently verified as a better sustainable packaging option. If customers take to it, we could be looking to move all of our fresh milk to Tetra Pak cartons in time.”

Hugh Jones, managing director of advisory at the Carbon Trust, added: “We welcome this move by Morrisons towards reducing the environmental impact of its milk packaging.

“Our Carbon Trust ‘Carbon Neutral’ label, which will feature on these milk products in their new Tetra Pak packaging, recognises the CO2 reduction of this move and certifies that the cradle-to-grave carbon footprint of the packaging is in line with targets.”

Plans for new HMO in Netherfield amongst planning applications in Gedling borough this week

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Plans for new HMO in Netherfield amongst planning applications in Gedling borough this week

Plans for a HMO in Netherfield and are among the planning applications that have been made this week across Gedling borough

Every week dozens of planning applications are submitted to the council – and the recent coronavirus pandemic has not changed that.

Here is the list of applications that have been submitted and validated by Gedling Borough Council in the last week.

Visit the council site HERE the links below to find out more and to have your say…

Arnold

T1 Beech TPO – 2-3m crown reduction. Crown lift. Remove major deadwood. T2 Lime – TPO – 2-3m crown reduction. Crown lift. Remove major deadwood. T3 Sycamore – TPO – 2-3m crown reduction. Crown lift. Remove major deadwood. T4 Lime – TPO – 2-3m crown reduction. Crown lift. Remove major deadwood. All work completed to BS3988.
237 Mapperley Plains Arnold NG3 5RG
Ref. No: 2022/0053TPO

Loft conversion including removing hip and forming gable end
8 Waveney Close Arnold NG5 6QH
Ref. No: 2022/0024

Proposed garage and covered driveway at front
6 Surgeys Lane Arnold Nottinghamshire NG5 8ER
Ref. No: 2022/0138 

Bestwood

Alterations and extensions to dwelling including roof conversion, construct replacement orangery, convert coach house into two annexes 
Ashdale Nottingham Road Burton Joyce Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG14 5AQ
Ref. No: 2022/0102

Reduce 1 Large Christmas Tree by 75% leaning over top. Reduce height 1 Medium Christmas Tree by 50% making neighbours garden dark. Tidy up branches of 1 Cherry Tree branches are growing over hedge and hanging over neighbours garden.
7 Pavilion Road Bestwood Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG5 8NL
Ref. No: 2021/1242TPO

Burton Joyce

Approval of details reserved by condition 4 (tree report method statement) of planning permission 2021/1318
Squirrels Leap Vicarage Drive Burton Joyce Nottinghamshire NG14 5AG
Ref. No: 2022/0152DOC

Two storey front extension and external alterations
5A Broadmead Burton Joyce Nottinghamshire NG14 5FL
Ref. No: 2022/0133

Calverton

Amended Scheme for the Restoration, Extension and Conversion to Residential use of the Old School House (Oasis Building), Burnor Pool with additional two storey extension to West of existing property to include a double height glazed garden room with single storey garage on the ground floor, a landing open to the ground floor on the first floor and a master bedroom with ensuite wet room above the garage.
Site Of 7 8 And Hall Burnor Pool Calverton Nottinghamshire
Ref. No: 2021/1445

Carlton

Remove existing front bay window and entrance porch; erection of two single storey front extensions and front boundary wall/timber fencing
24 Castleton Avenue Carlton Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG4 3NZ
Ref. No: 2022/0115

Two-storey side extension, single storey rear extension and increase roof height
285 Foxhill Road Central Carlton NG4 1PW
Ref. No: 2022/0088

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Colwick

No planning applications this week

Daybrook

No planning applications this week

Gedling

No planning applications this week

Lambley

No planning applications this week

Linby

No planning applications this week

Mapperley

Pollard 6 lime trees
88 Plains Road Mapperley NG3 5RH
Ref. No: 2022/0079TPO 

Single storey rear extension
73 Robinson Road Mapperley Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG3 6BD
Ref. No: 2022/0047 

Netherfield

Proposed change of use from dwelling (C3) to 7 bedroom HMO including rear dormer loft conversion
49 Chandos Street Netherfield Nottinghamshire NG4 2LP
Ref. No: 2022/0153

Newstead

No planning applications this week

Papplewick

No planning applications this week

Ravenshead

Proposed demolition of concrete garage and outbuilding. Construction of brick double garage.
4 Barbers Wood Close Ravenshead Nottinghamshire NG15 9DQ
Ref. No: 2022/0129 

Two storey side extension.
35 Chapel Lane Ravenshead Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG15 9DA
Ref. No: 2021/1463

Works to trees (see attached schedule).
The Hollies Ravenshead Nottinghamshire
Ref. No: 2021/1122TPO 

Redhill

No planning applications this week

Stoke Bardolph

No planning applications this week

Woodborough

Cut back leylandii branches overhanging 149B Main Street
149 Main Street Woodborough Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG14 6DD
Ref. No: 2022/0100TPO

Removal of existing double garage and erection of replacement
Foxhills Foxwood Lane Woodborough NG14 6ED
Ref. No: 2021/0749

T1 – T4 – Ash – Repollard, G1 – Lime trees – Repollard, T5 – T6 – Tulip Tree – Deadwood.
Woods Foundation School Lingwood Lane Woodborough NG14 6DX
Ref. No: 2021/1217TPO

Ground and first floor side and front extensions to existing dwelling
23 Aldene Way Woodborough Nottinghamshire NG14 6ET
Ref. No: 2022/0159 

T1 Silver Birch, T2 Tulip and T4 Acer (reduce height to previous pruning cuts (2m)) and T3 Acer (reduce height to previous pruning cuts (2.5m)) (re-submission of application 2019/0120)
6 Whites Croft Woodborough Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG14 6DZ
Ref. No: 2022/0134TCA

Back garden – A – Bramley Apple; B – Pear; C – Pear; D – Apple – Remove whips and water sprouts. (Cut diameter of branches not to exceed 30mm); E – Apple – Remove vertical water sprouts to previous prune points; F – Damson – remove Front Garden – G – Holly tree – Prune and shape to done to clear from neighbouring buildings. Reduce by up to 1m; H- Magnolia – Thin out vigorous regrowth from previously pruned points which overhang the lawn. Prune to clear from neighbour’s building by 1m; J – Cornus controversa ‘Variegata’, Wedding cake tree – Remove vertical sucker nearest stem on low biggest primary side branch; K – Crown lift for up to 2m and shape as is more typical of species. Remove lower 5 branches. 
103 Main Street Woodborough NG14 6DA
Ref. No: 2022/0091TCA

Woodthorpe

Replacement new build 4 bedroom house.
161 Plains Road Woodthorpe Nottinghamshire NG3 5RF
Ref. No: 2022/0156 

Proposed 2 storey side hipped roof extension, creation of a first floor hipped roof rear and side extension partially over the existing ground floor extension with a small glazed roof at the rear over part of the existing ground floor.
23 Hereford Road Woodthorpe Nottinghamshire NG5 4HZ
Ref. No: 2022/0145 

Demolition of garages and erection of new 3 bedroom dwelling on land to rear of 56 Melbury Road
56 Melbury Road Woodthorpe Nottinghamshire NG5 4PG
Ref. No: 2022/0146 

Second consultation over constituency boundary changes

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Second consultation over constituency boundary changes

Residents are being invited to have their say over plans to move Bestwood Village, Lambley and Woodborough into the Gedling constituency boundary.

A shakeup of England’s electoral map could see the two areas fall under Gedling, which is currently held by Tory MP Tom Randall, at the polls from next year onwards.

The villages are currently part of the Sherwood constituency and are represented my MP Mark Spencer,

The alterations will be implemented in 2023 ahead of the next scheduled general election in 2024.

A second consultation into the plans will now run from February 22 to April 4, which will include a series of 32 public hearings in which constituents are invited to give feedback.

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Tim Bowden, secretary to the Boundary Commission for England, said: “The Boundary Commission for England is redrawing the map of constituencies in England so that it represents local communities as best as possible while keeping to the legal requirements, and you can help us.

“We received a fantastic number of responses during our first consultation – over 34,000 – and we want as many people as possible to get involved in our upcoming secondary consultation.

“Between 22 February and 4 April, we want you to tell us your thoughts on our proposed new map of constituencies.

“You can provide feedback in person at a public hearing in your region, or in writing via our consultation website bcereviews.org.uk, letter or email.

“Booking is now open for speaking slots at our 32 public hearings across the country, and we’re looking forward to hearing your views.”

Closing chapter: Masked booksellers announce plans for final Carlton charity sale in April

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Closing chapter: Masked booksellers announce plans for final Carlton charity sale in April

Two charity champions will this year hold a final mammoth booksale in Carlton this April to raise cash for local good causes.

ExLibris, who are better known as ‘the masked booksellers’, have held an annual charity book sale at their Carlton home for almost 20 years.

But now Bob and Chris Cann, who organise the event, have announced through their twitter page that they now plan to close down their venture after nearly two decades, with one last sale in April. 

They have also invited interested booklovers to take over the Exlibris. 

The event will be open to the public each Friday-Monday from April 15 until May 2 at their property on Vernon Avenue.

During the sale in April, the charity will also be collecting tins of vegetarian food for Netherfield food bank. 

Famous for their unique masks worn by booksellers, Exlibrs started rescuing books in 2006 and selling them cheaply. 

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People browse for books at the annual event in Carlton

Since then, they have raised and distributed £24,636.85 to lots of different local good causes with main beneficiaries being Nottingham & Notts Refugee Forum, Hayward House end of life care, Nottingham Green Festival, We R Here, Sharewear, Host Nottingham. 

Chris explained why it was time for them to step down. 

She said: “During the spring, the lockdown, we were free 

“It was quite nice for us 

“It has been 19 years, that’s a long time” 

They began rescuing books, first from libraries and then also from increasing numbers of friends and well-wishers who had to clear houses or make space on their shelves 

Books were picked off pavements, out of skips, and on one occasion intercepted as they were being chucked, down at the dump. 

She added: “ But, it is also possible that we could continue with the sale if this year makes us realise how much we love doing it.

“We rely a lot on support and help from others. We have a few friends whose garage space we use for storage 

“We are thankful to all of them, couldn’t have done it without them” 

Ex-libris follows in the tradition of Victorian bibliophile Josiah Saithwaite who rescued and sold books very cheaply, pays homage to her by wearing masks. 

They have never thrown a book away, with the motto – Books rescued from landfill, landfill rescued from books. 

The booksellers have also gathered a number of signatures for a petition against the Nottingham City Council’s move to close down three libraries. 

This final book sale is organised after a three-year gap due to pandemic, which could mark an end to 19 yearlong masked book sale era. 

More details about the annual book sale can be found at their Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/ExLibrisTheMaskedBooksellers/

Thousands raised to help family who lost everything during house fire in Arnold

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Thousands raised to help family who lost everything during house fire in Arnold

More than £4,000 has so far been raised to help a family whose lives were turned upside down by a house fire in Daybrook on Saturday (19) night.

The Gofundme page has been started by a relative to help the family rebuild their lives following the blaze at their home on Bailey Close.

Natalie Wimhurst, who started the fundraiser, posted a message about the appeal on the fundraising page.

She wrote: “I’m making a fundraiser to build funds for my brother-in-law, sister-in-law and their six children who have lost their home and all their belongings to a house fire.

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“They are very close to my heart and have lost absolutely everything.”

Nottinghamshire Fire & Rescue chiefs say an investigation has now taken place on Monday (21) at the property.

They say the cause of the fire was undetermined due to the heavy damage to the property.

Group manager Jonathan Holford said: “I would like to praise the response of our crews from across the county who got the fire under control and out quickly.

“Thankfully all the family escaped the house uninjured.

“We would like to remind people to test their smoke alarms regularly and have an escape plan in the event of a fire.”

You can find the fundraising page here: https://gofund.me/1dd63816

CCTV images issued after shopkeeper is threatened with knife during attempted robbery at Gedling convenience store

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CCTV images issued after shopkeeper is threatened with knife during attempted robbery at Gedling convenience store

Police investigating an attempted robbery at a convenience store in Gedling would like to speak to the people featured in these CCTV images. 

The incident happened in Main Road at around 1.35pm on the afternoon of Tuesday February 15, when the shopkeeper was threatened with a knife as he attempted to intervene in a theft.

Police say they would like to speak to these people about the incident (PHOTO: Notts Police)

Nothing was taken and the victim was unhurt.

Officers believe the people pictured in this image may have information that will help their investigation and are urging him to come forward.

Detective Constable Sean Parker, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This was a frightening incident for the victim and we are determined to track down whoever is responsible.

“These types of offences are taken extremely seriously by Nottinghamshire Police and we will always be very thoroughly investigated. 

“We believe the people pictures in these images may have information that will help our enquiry and we urge them to come forward.”

If you recognise the people featured in these images please call 101 quoting incident 361 of 15 February.

Police urge borough drivers to be aware of new mobile phone laws

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Police urge borough drivers to be aware of new mobile phone laws

Drivers in Gedling borough are being urged by police to pay attention to imminent changes to mobile phone legislation.

The new laws, which come into effect next month, state that motorists cannot check notifications, unlock their devices, make, receive or reject a phone or internet based calls, or send, receive or upload oral or written content.

Other prohibited actions include: drafting a text message, accessing stored data such as books, audio files, photos, videos, films, playlist, notes or messages, accessing the internet or using a camera attached to a device.

Drivers will face a £200 fine and six points on their licence from Friday 25 March when the new laws come into force.

Road users will still be able to make use of devices’ satellite navigation features, as long as they are properly secured in a cradle or appropriate holder.

Making or taking a hands-free call is not an offence in itself, but could lead to a criminal prosecution if it was later deemed to be a contributory factor in a collision.

Inspector Clare Gibson, of Nottinghamshire Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “We know how tempting it can be to use your phone or respond to a call or notification whilst driving – but doing so can have very serious consequences.

“Using your phone whilst driving is against the law and these new laws being brought in next month could see people banned from driving as a result – particularly those who already have points on their licence.

“Please don’t make us have to knock on any more doors to tell people that their loved ones have been killed or seriously injured. Keep both hands in the wheel and give the road your full attention. That text, email or music change can always wait a little longer.”

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Research suggests that many people who use a hands-free device believe it to be the safe option, but the reality is that they are actually four times more likely to be involved in a collision and are far less likely to notice and react to hazards.

A driver using their phone can also be impaired just as much as a drink driver, which is why hands free calls can and do lead to criminal prosecutions.

Whilst the new law is incredibly tough, there are some exemptions to the law including using a phone at a drive-through restaurant or a road toll when payment is being made.

Nottinghamshire Police is currently taking part in the National Fatal Four Campaign concentrating on enforcement of mobile phone usage which runs until Sunday 27 February.

Inspector Gibson added: “These new laws are being brought in to make our roads safer as phones offer so many distractions and we want the people of Nottinghamshire to know and those driving through the county that should you break the law you will be prosecuted.

“All it takes is one second of distraction for an accident to occur and for a someone whether that’s the driver or another motorists or pedestrian for them to be killed or seriously injured.

“The majority of drivers nowadays are abiding by the laws but may not realise it is against the law to be using their phone by the reasons stated.

“There are many ways to resist the temptation to use your phone behind the wheel including switching it off completely, placing it in the glove compartment or boot along with also downloading helpful apps to send a message that you’re driving.”

Teenager arrested after taxi driver is hit over head with glass bottle in Mapperley Park

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Teenager arrested after taxi driver is hit over head with glass bottle in Mapperley Park

A young woman has been arrested after a taxi driver was hit over the head with a glass bottle in Mapperley Park.

The driver had picked up a group of girls and midway through the journey, he stopped to check some details of his fare after reportedly hearing a discussion about payment.

An altercation is then believed to have ensued and a girl reportedly hit him over the head with the bottle.

It is also reported his phone was stolen during the incident.

The man was left with cuts to his head, but is now recovering.

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Shortly after, a 15-year-old girl was arrested on suspicion of robbery following the incident, which happened in Watcombe Road at around 8.20pm on Thursday (17).

Detective Constable Ben Hensell, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “Nobody should have to face being subject to violence, especially when they’re simply trying to do their job, so it is appalling to hear of this behaviour that has been reported to us.

“Robbery is a serious offence and reports of this will always be followed by a quick and robust response. The force is committed to investigating such reports and working proactively through dedicated teams to prevent this from happening.

“Thankfully the man is recovering from his injuries and officers are continuing to offer their support. A girl was brought into custody to be questioned about the incident and our enquiries are ongoing.

“Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dash-cam footage or information is asked to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident 713 of 17 February 2022.”

Flood warnings in place across parts of Gedling borough

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Flood warnings in place across parts of Gedling borough

Parts of Gedling borough have been put on alert with new warnings for flooding in place.

The Environment Agency is warning that flooding is possible along stretches of the River Trent.

Borough communities near to the river are being warned that flooding is possible.

Stoke Bardolph is most at risk, with the area of Stoke Lane being highlighted in an alert.

The alerts have been issued following the 90mph winds in Storm Eunice, a new storm is set to hit the county later on today and throughout Monday.

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Storm Franklin is expected to bring high winds between 50-60mph inland.

An alert had been issued to communities near the River Trent tributaries but this has been removed as of 7.48am.

In the latest alert, the Environment Agency said: “River levels are forecast to rise at the Colwick river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall.

“Consequently, flooding is expected to continue.

“Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including communities near to the River Trent and Stoke Lane at Stoke Bardolph.

They added: “Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to rise and remain high over the next few days.”

Mapperley man jailed for string of ‘horrifying’ attacks on ex-partner

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Mapperley man jailed for string of ‘horrifying’ attacks on ex-partner

A Mapperley man who smashed a kitchen window in the dead of night before climbing through to beat up his terrified ex-partner has been jailed.

John Cross chased the woman upstairs where he dragged her to the floor, stamped on her chest, kicked her ribs and punched her repeatedly in the face, before fleeing the property.

Police were called and officers took the woman to hospital, where she was treated for bruising and swelling.

It was the second time in the space of three days she had been attacked by Cross. On the previous occasion, he locked the woman out of her own home and attacked her when she managed to get in via a back door.

Police tracked down and arrested the 35-year-old in relation to the two incidents, which happened at a house in Clifton on September 23 and 25 last year.

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PICTURED: Nottingham Crown Court

Nottingham Crown Court heard the woman had ended her relationship with Cross in August 2020 following a string of violent incidents – but that he would not leave her alone.  

Cross, of Fletcher Terrace pleaded guilty to assault by occasioning actual bodily harm, assault by beating, two counts of criminal damage and four breaches of a restraining order.

He appeared for sentence on Thursday (February 17 2022) and was jailed for one year and nine months. A restraining order was issued for 10 years.

Speaking after the sentencing, Detective Sergeant Hannah Frame, of Nottinghamshire Police’s public protection unit, said she was pleased Cross was back behind bars.

She said: “Cross subjected his victim to a string of horrifying ordeals over the years and it’s very fortunate she has not been more seriously hurt.

“He showed a complete disregard and lack of respect the courts by breaching his restraining order and then committing these violent attacks.

“I hope the positive action taken in this case reassures people that we take breaches of restraining orders extremely seriously.

“Finally. I’d like to commend the victim in this case for her bravery and hope she is now able to start to move on with her life now that Cross is safely behind bars.”

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