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GP invites Gedling borough residents to discuss health and care priorities at ‘Community Voices’ event

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GP invites Gedling borough residents to discuss health and care priorities at ‘Community Voices’ event

A leading GP is urging people living in Gedling borough to join her at a digital event to discuss priorities for health and care in the area.

Dr Nicole Atkinson, is clinical lead for South Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Partnership (ICP) which covers Gedling as well as Broxtowe, Hucknall and Rushcliffe,

She is organising the event, which will take place on Zoom between 3pm and 5pm on Thursday, October 1.

The South Nottinghamshire ICP works across health and care organisations, local councils and communities to support the integration of services and help local people live happier, healthier lives.

Alongside Dr Atkinson, there will be a presentation from Dr Tim Heywood, Broxtowe GP and Clinical Director of Nottingham West Primary Care Network.

PICTURED: Dr Nicole Atkinson

People attending the event will be asked for their views on the Partnership’s key priorities for the next year, which include ‘Ageing well’, care navigation (the patient journey through health and social care), mental health, health and wellbeing and community engagement

Dr Atkinson says: “This event is a fantastic opportunity to get involved with the development of integrated services in South Nottinghamshire. I’m really excited to talk about our priorities with local residents and start involving them in our work.

“There has already been a lot of really innovative work that has started here in South Nottinghamshire that has improved services for patients, which has then gone on to be rolled out across other areas. We want to build on those successes and involve local communities to help drive further innovation.

“We really want to engage people so they are genuinely involved in how their local services develop and how we join up care. So, if you have the time and you want to get involved, I look forward to talking to you.”

People who are interested in finding out more about the Partnership and getting involved with shaping services can sign up at: https://south-notts-icp-community-voices.eventbrite.co.uk

£150,000 Aston Martin could be sent to the crusher after Gedling police team seize supercar near Ravenshead

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£150,000 Aston Martin could be sent to the crusher after Gedling police team seize supercar near Ravenshead

A sports car valued at about £150,000 could be sent to the crusher after it was seized by police near Ravenshead.

The driver of this brand new Aston Martin attracted the attention of Gedling’s dedicated team of pro-active Special Constables in the early hours of this morning (September 21) due to their manner of driving.

Officers stopped the vehicle on the A60 near Ravenshead and after a few checks, suspected the driver to not have any insurance to drive it.

Following a few enquiries, the police team seized the £150,000 supercar under Section 165 of the Road Traffic Act.

A spokesman said: “The legal owner must now recover the vehicle, or risk it being crushed. Meanwhile, the driver now faces six points and a fine of up to £5,000.”

Coronavirus total in Gedling borough climbs to 469 after five new cases were recorded over weekend.

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Coronavirus total in Gedling borough climbs to 469 after five new cases were recorded over weekend.

A further five coronavirus cases were recorded across Gedling borough over the last 24 hours, the latest figures show.

The recorded cases brings the borough total to 469, with 10 new cases being recorded over the past seven days.

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The figures are continue to rise across Notts.

Newark and Sherwood recorded 3 new cases over the past 24 hours, Mansfield recorded 7, Rushcliffe 4, Broxtowe 1, Ashfield 1, Nottingham city centre 10 and Bassetlaw 1.

Tough new measures are expected to be announced this week with potential curfews and plans to target pubs with fines and closures if they fail to record track and trace details.

Speeding drivers targeted on Carlton Hill in police night-time operation

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Speeding drivers targeted on Carlton Hill in police night-time operation

An ongoing police clampdown on Gedling borough’s antisocial drivers has seen officers nab dozens of bad drivers who play fast and furious with the law.

And members of Gedling’s dedicated team of pro-active Special Constables were out in force again on Sunday night (Sunday 20 September 2020) targeting drivers speeding on Carlton Hill.

The latest location was chosen by the team following reports from members of the public raising concerns in relation to speeding motorists in the area.

During their patrols, the team checked more than 40 vehicles. Seven motorists were issued with Notices of Intended Prosecution for considerably exceeding the speed limit, whilst a further nine were given words of advice and time to fix identified vehicle defects.

Police were out on Carlton Hill last night stopping speeding drivers

The patrols form part of an ongoing initiative aimed at reducing crime across the Gedling Borough area, with speed enforcement sites being identified as a direct result of public feedback.

Special Constable Dominic Hotham, who forms part of the pro-active team, said: “These latest results come following public feedback and as a team we’re keen to tackle issues that affect communities the most.

“We will continue taking action using a combination of both enforcement and educational tactics to reduce crime across the area.

”The team continually review feedback and intelligence received from the public and welcome conversation.

Residents are now calling on the officers to target Colwick Loop Road, with one describing the route as ‘the best race track in Nottingham’.

Police patrol puts brakes on speeding motorists in Arnold

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Police patrol puts brakes on speeding motorists in Arnold

Police in Arnold are carrying out extra patrols in a bid to put the brakes on speeding motorists.

After an increase in reports of speeding and feedback from the community, a team of Specials targeted the Mansfield Road area of Redhill last night (Friday, September 18)

A total of 55 vehicles were checked during the enforcement operation, with many given words of advice in relation to their speed.

One motorist was caught doing 50 in a 30 zone and was issued with a Notice of Intended Prosecution.

A further ten motorists were reported for excessive speed, whilst one vehicle was searched under Section 23 of the Misuse of Drugs Act.

Police stop speeding motorists in Redhill

The Specials-led initiative aims to respond to public concerns whilst utilising a combination of both education and enforcement tactics.

Special Sergeant Ashley Wagstaffe, who heads-up the Specials team in Gedling, said: “Tonight’s results form part of a continued commitment to reduce anti-social driving and speed related offences across the area.

“Excessive speed can have a huge impact in local communities, and in the most extreme circumstances, can lead to injuries and death.

“Our approach is to educate and inform motorists of the dangers of speeding, but as tonight’s results show, we will take an enforcement approach to those who significantly exceed the speed limit”.

The teams work forms part of a wider crime reduction strategy which sees the team tackle Local Policing priorities across the Gedling Borough area.

Residents in Ravenshead warned after spree of car thefts

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Police are warning residents in Ravenshead to be on their guard after cars were stolen during two separate burglaries.

A car was taken from the Chapel Fields area of Ravenshead overnight on Tuesday ( September 15).

Another car was then taken from the Berry Hill Road area of Mansfield on the same night – and police think the incidents are linked.

Detectives believe the offenders have gotten inside the properties and stolen car keys before taking the vehicles.

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Inspector Nick Butler, district commander for Mansfield, said: “Burglary is one of the most upsetting crimes anyone can suffer and it leaves the home owner with a series of practical and emotional issues to resolve. If a vehicle is stolen it then results in the owner being without transport and unable to get to work.

“Vehicles are obviously a tempting target for any house burglar and can be stolen in a matter of seconds by a burglar once they have gained entry to your home.  Burglars are often looking for an easy opportunity and simple security measures will be enough to deter them. Keep your keys out of sight and not in your front door or hallway. Don’t leave windows open on ground floors and consider a simple security camera.”

“Whilst offences like this are rare, we can make them even rarer still by taking some simple steps in our homes.

“Clearly we are very keen to find the person responsible for this crime and would particularly like to speak to any local residents who may have seen anyone acting suspiciously in the area over recent days.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting incident number 76 of 16 September.

Gedling borough businesses are being urged to download track and trace QR code posters

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Gedling borough businesses are being urged to download track and trace QR code posters

Businesses across Gedling borough are being urged to create an NHS QR code to make it easy for customers to check-in to the national test and trace scheme ahead of the launch of the NHS Covid-19 ‘Test and Trace’ app next week. 

The NHS Covid-19 app is launching on Thursday, September 24 and will enable all users to ‘check in’ when they visit a venue by scanning a QR code displayed on posters at the entrance.

The app will then inform visitors if they come in to contact with someone who later tests positive for Coronavirus.

And latest guidance issued by the government has made it a legal requirement for all venues from the following sectors to display NHS QR posters in their venues by the 24 September:

  • hospitality
  • leisure and tourism
  • close contact services
  • places of worship
  • local authority venues.

Jonathan Gribbin, Director of Public Health for Nottinghamshire, said:“Businesses have a clear duty to support this service and I urge all venues, including pubs, restaurants, hairdressers, cinemas and places of worship, to create a QR code and display the posters to ensure the public are able to make full use of the new app.

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The QR code will help track down those who have been diagnosed wit the virus


“With coronavirus cases rising in the UK in the last few weeks it is essential businesses meet the legal requirements and capitalise on the benefits which the NHS Covid-19 app can bring to protect themselves and their customers.”

Following the launch of the new COVID-19 app, customers and visitors in the borough will be able to check-in on entry with their phone instead of filling out a check-in book or tool specific to a business. 

When someone enters a venue and scans an official QR poster, the venue information is logged on the user’s phone. This information then stays on a user’s phone for 21 days and will allow NHS Test and Trace to contact customers with public health advice should there be a COVID-19 outbreak identified at the venue.

It will help also businesses meet the new legal requirement to record the contact details of customers, visitors and staff on their premises.

Businesses who are already using their own QR system are being asked to switch to the NHS QR code, while maintaining an alternative check-in method to collect the contact details of those who don’t have the app.

Further details and instructions on how to create a poster are available on the government information website at www.gov.uk/create-coronavirus-qr-poster

As ever, it remains crucial that if you have Covid symptoms, to get a test and self-isolate. Symptoms include a fever, a new continuous cough, or loss of your sense of taste or smell.

Call 119 to book your free test or visit www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/testing-and-tracing/get-a-test-to-check-if-you-have-coronavirus/

Gedling Borough Council’s Robin Hood Energy review is complete

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Gedling Borough Council’s Robin Hood Energy review is complete

Political leaders in Gedling have completed a brief investigation into the extent of financial interactions with the city council.

It found there was only one current contract – for the running of the cafe at Gedling Country Park – which is profitable, with profit shared 50/50.

Concerns were raised by Conservative councillors about Labour-run Gedling Borough Council potentially being at risk after the collapse of Robin Hood Energy, and they put forward a motion calling for a review into the financial links between the two councils.

However, the motion was withdrawn by the Conservatives before it was debated, because Labour leader John Clarke wrote to all councillors explaining there was only one contract.

Today, deputy leader Michael Payne said the Conservatives had been ‘looking for a conspiracy where there wasn’t one’.

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PICTURED: Gedling Borough Council leader John Clarke wrote to councillors informing them that only one contract was in place

Speaking at the meeting on Wednesday, September 16 to withdraw the motion calling for the investigation, Leader of the Conservatives councillor Michael Adams, who represents the Trent Valley ward, said: “We have to know what risks are coming Gedling’s way. 

“Cuts to services are coming in the city, well that means staffing cuts, and if the worst happens and the city has to issue a 114 notice – which means no expenditure is permitted, with the exception of safeguarding vulnerable people and statutory services – who’s going to hire the staff (in Gedling), and what is the contingency in play? 

“That’s why it’s key to understand what contracts we have in place, and what services we share

“I was incredibly happy to open my inbox yesterday, and see that the leader had accepted – and not only that but acted – on our motion, and took this as seriously as we did.

“I would like to thank him and the officers for the work they carried out. 

“I’m glad you realise the importance of our motion Councillor Clarke.”

The councillor also called for a moratorium on signing any new or pending contracts with the city.

The deputy leader of the council, Labour’s Michael Payne, said: “In spite of Councillor Adams trying to look for a conspiracy where there wasn’t one, and in spite of him trying to make political mischief out of hoping we’d got connections with Robin Hood Energy – we haven’t, and nor have we ever had – we’ve only got one contract with the city council which is a joint operation of the community cafe.

“The information in the letter sent out to councillors was already in the public domain, and was voted on unanimously – including by all Conservative councillors – in July.”

VIDEO: Latest drone flyover footage shows how £40m Gedling Access Road is progressing

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VIDEO: Latest drone flyover footage shows how £40m Gedling Access Road is progressing

Nottinghamshire County Council has released new drone flyover footage that shows how quickly the Gedling Access Road is progressing.

A spokesman said: “This month’s video shows the continuation of the bulk earthworks movement. At this point, driving down Arnold Lane you will see a significant difference in the site and the formation of the new road rising up towards Mapperley Plains.”

Adam Lakin is project manager for the Gedling Access Road has said he was pleased with progress.

He said: “Since works commenced onsite on 6 January 2020, excellent progress has been made by our site team and the principal contractor, Balfour Beatty.

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PICTURED: The GAR is progressing

“Despite the challenges of COVID-19 and some extreme weather conditions, our construction programme remains broadly on track. Earthworks in particular are ahead of schedule and this will enable us to move forward the planned road closure on Lambley Lane.

“The large embankment visible from Arnold Lane will support the new road and has been constructed with materials excavated from across site and primarily with material excavated from east of Lambley Lane.”

The Gedling Access Road (GAR) is a new 3.8km single carriageway road which will provide a link between the B684 Mapperley Plains and the A612 Trent Valley Road / Nottingham Road.

The road is expected to open to traffic in the autumn of 2021.

Get involved with the Colwick safari garage sale

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Get involved with the Colwick safari garage sale

Lots of properties will have goods on offer during Sunday’s (September 20) Colwick safari garage sale.

Household, bric-a-brac, games, crafts and more will be on offer at the homes taking part in the event.

A list of the homes selling goods will be available from 1, First Avenue on the day or via the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/2454482698183244.

The garage sale safari sale runs from 11am-3pm.

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