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Gedling councillor calls for ‘targeted’ extension of UK furlough scheme in letter to Boris Johnson

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Gedling councillor calls for ‘targeted’ extension of UK furlough scheme in letter to Boris Johnson

A Gedling councillor has written to Boris Johnson urging him to rethink plans to scrap the furlough scheme next month.

Cllr Michael Payne is calling on the Government to target support at industries worst-hit by the coronavirus pandemic to prevent mass unemployment.

In a letter to the Prime Minister, the deputy leader of Gedling Borough Council wrote: “Our country is facing an unprecedented jobs crisis.

“Your government’s plan to end furlough outright is over-simplistic and will only exacerbate the problem – it puts millions of jobs at risk

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PICTURED: Cllr Michael Payne
Cllr Payne’s letter to the Prime Minsiter
PICTURED: Boris Johnson

“We need a financial support system that targets industries worst hit by the pandemic; supports any areas under local lockdown restrictions; and ensures incomes for people who are forced to self-isolate, including for those that are self-employed.

He added: “As councillors and local representatives, we are extremely concerned about the impact the blanket withdrawal of furlough will have on our communities and we urge you to reconsider in order to save jobs, and to save lives”

Figures show that around 10 million workers have had wages paid by the state through furlough, at a cost of £35billion.

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has repeatedly ruled out extending the scheme.And Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said furlough is ”keeping workers in suspended animation”

The scheme is set to end on October 31.

Gedling’s Operation Reacher team help raid properties of two women arrested in connection with prison drug smuggling

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Gedling’s Operation Reacher team help raid properties of two women arrested in connection with prison drug smuggling

Gedling’s Operation Reacher team joined other Nottinghamshire Police officers on a raid of two properties in Bestwood, as part of an investigation into drug smuggling at HMP Ranby in Nottinghamshire.

The arrests were made after officers executed warrants at addresses in Andover Road, Bestwood, and Wingbourne Walk, Bulwell, yesterday morning (Tuesday, 15)

Two women, aged 44 and 53, were arrested on suspicion of conspiring to bring ‘a list A prohibited article’ into HMP Ranby.

Police said the warrants were carried out thanks to a joined-up Nottinghamshire Police approach and good teamwork involving Gedling’s Operation Reacher team, County CID, Tactical Support Group officers and the City Neighbourhood Team all working together.

Gedling local policing team vehicles

Detective Sergeant Luke Todd said: “We are committed to working alongside our partners to make sure those involved in serious and organised crime are pursued.

“Anyone found to be helping inmates carry out their illicit enterprises from their prison cells can expect to find themselves in serious trouble.

“Our message is clear – this type of activity will not be tolerated and anyone attempting to smuggle drugs or other items into prison will be actively pursued by authorities and could even find themselves behind bars.

“Drugs in prisons cause a whole host of issues which we work hard with our colleagues in the prison service to tackle.

“These warrants were part of a proactive piece of work we are undertaking, under the banner of Operation Oregon, to disrupt this supply, to pursue suspected offenders and bring them to justice.

“I would encourage anyone who has information about drug supply of any kind to come forward and share what they know with us by calling Nottinghamshire Police on 101 or by calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

The two women arrested following today’s warrants were subsequently released under investigation.

Some pupils told to stay home as staff member tests positive for coronavirus at Carlton le Willows Academy in Gedling

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Some pupils told to stay home as staff member tests positive for coronavirus at Carlton le Willows Academy in Gedling

A number of pupils from Carlton-le-Willows Academy in Gedling have been told to stay at home today (Wednesday, 16) after a staff member tested positive for the virus.

An email was sent to parents on Tuesday (15) evening informing them of the request.

It read: “Carlton le Willows received confirmation this afternoon (Tuesday, 15) that a member of staff has tested positive for Covid-19.

“As a result, and in line with Government guidelines, we have been in touch with Public Health England and are following all necessary guidance.

“We have already contacted those people, largely staff members, who have been deemed close contacts and who now need to self-isolate.

“It is with regret that while we review our staffing arrangements in relation to this, we need to ask students in Years 8, 9, 10 and 12 to stay at home just for tomorrow (Wednesday 16th) in the first instance.

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PICTURED: Carlton Le Willows Academy in Gedling

“We will be in touch tomorrow afternoon with a further update on when your child’s year group can return to school.”

It added: “School will remain open as normal tomorrow for students in Years 7, 11 and 13.”

Gedling Eye has contacted the school for a comment.

It’s not the first school in the borough to ask pupils to take action after a diagnosis.

Arnold Hill Academy asked pupils who had been in contact with a student who tested positive for Covid-19 to self isolate.

The school remains open.

Confirmed coronavirus cases in Gedling borough has reached 450, says Public Health England

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Confirmed coronavirus cases in Gedling borough has reached 450, says Public Health England

Two new coronavirus cases have been confirmed in Gedling borough today (Tuesday, September 15) according to Public Health England, taking the total to 450.

Cases are on the rise in other part of Notts too.

Ashfield 676 (up five)

Newark and Sherwood 491 (up five)

Bassetlaw 687 (up three)

Broxtowe 552 (up two)

Coronavirus

Mansfield 437 (up five)

Rushcliffe 480 (up two) Nottingham 1,532 (up 17)

and Nottinghamshire 3,773 (up 23).

According to the latest Public Health data ­— 371,125 patients in the UK have tested positive and 41,637 people have died.

If you have symptoms of covid-19, it’s important that you stay at home to help protect your friends and neighbours.

To find out what steps you need to take if you think you have the virus, visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/

£400 repair bill for charity after vandals cause damage to Colwick Joshua Dale memorial skate park

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£400 repair bill for charity after vandals cause damage to Colwick Joshua Dale memorial skate park

A charity has been left with a £400 repair bill after vandals caused damage to a skate park built in memory of a teenager in Colwick .

The damage was discovered yesterday (Monday 14) at the Joshua Dale Skate Park, which is based at the Colwick Rectory Recreation Ground on Mile Road.

One of the ramps had been severely damaged and a large amount of litter was also found.

The park is managed by the Joshua Dale Skate Park Fund, which has now has been forced to foot the bill for repairs.

Councillor Meredith Lawrence is the chair of the charity and went out to inspect the damage today and organise its repair.

PICTURED: Damaged ramp at the Joshua Dale Skate Park in Colwick (PHOTO: Meredith Lawrence)

Mr Lawrence told Gedling Eye: “The repair work is being carried out today and will cost about £400.

“Let us remember that it is only a few people who make it bad for the sensible users.

Apart from this, graffiti, and rubbish being left around, we have had very little abuse of this much loved and well used facility since it was rebuilt in 2016.”

The skate park was built in memory of 14-year-old Joshua Dale who died after his bike was hit by a car back in 2012.

Friends and family raised £25,000 for a skate park that Joshua had dreamt of building, and opened it a year later.

The park was forced to close in 2016 after being found to be unsafe but reopened following extensive rebuilding work in the same year.

No council decision yet on whether Christmas lights switch-on events will be axed in Gedling borough due to coronavirus fears

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No council decision yet on whether Christmas lights switch-on events will be axed in Gedling borough due to coronavirus fears

The annual festive tradition of heading into towns across Gedling borough for the Christmas lights switch-on could be in jeopardy this year.

With coronavirus cases beginning to rise again in all parts of the county, and light switch ons typically involving dense crowds, some councils have decided not to proceed. 

One of those which has cancelled their events already is Broxtowe Borough Council. 

But Gedling Borough Council today said that no decision has yet been made.

Labour councillor Gary Gregory, Portfolio Holder for Communities, said: “No decision has been made about our Christmas events yet. 

“We are considering the latest guidance from Government to assess its impact on events before we make any decisions. 

PICTURED: A Christmas lights event on Mapperley Top

“Any events we organise or commission will need to be Covid-19 secure and in line with the latest Government guidance, restrictions and legislation. 

“We will update our residents and businesses as soon as we make a decision.”

Anger after more than 20 tyres are dumped outside Timmermans Garden Centre in Woodborough

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Anger after more than 20 tyres are dumped outside Timmermans Garden Centre in Woodborough

A businessman has hit out after more than 20 tyres were dumped outside his garden centre in Woodborough.

The tyres have been scattered on the drive outside Timmermans Garden Centre on Lowdham Lane by suspected flytippers overnight.

The incident has been caught on CCTV and police have been contacted.

The tyres outside Timmermans Garden Centre on Lowdham Lane (IMAGE: Greg Timmerman)

Greg Timmerman, who runs the popular garden centre with wife Sophie, told Gedling Eye: “I’m disgusted that someone has dumped their unwanted rubbish on our land for us to dispose of.

“2020 has been a difficult enough without having to deal with unscrupulous flytippers.

“We now want to turn this into a positive and offer them free of charge to people for outdoor planters, tyre swings or the big ones could be used for bootcamp fitness.”

You can contact the centre via their website https://timmermansdirect.co.uk or Facebook page

Watch out for these roadworks across Gedling borough over the next few weeks

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Watch out for these roadworks across Gedling borough over the next few weeks

Drivers are being warned to expect traffic and travel delays due to roadworks across Gedling Borough during the week.

This list contains only the roadworks considered to be most likely to cause delays on key routes as well as those involving road closures and temporary traffic lights. It is not exhaustive and does not feature some minor or emergency repairs that come up after publication. Other roadworks may finish or start before schedule or be cancelled altogether.

All information from Highways England, local authorities and utility companies.

Carlton

Albert Avenue,

September 16 — 18 September

Delays possible – Traffic control (Stop/Go boards)

Carnarvon Grove

September 16 — 18

Delays possible – Traffic control (Stop/Go boards)

Douglas Avenue

September 16 — 18

Delays possible – Traffic control (Stop/Go boards)

Greenhill Rise

September 16 — 18

Delays possible – Traffic control (Stop/Go boards)

Highfield Drive

September 22 — 24

Delays possible – Traffic control (Stop/Go boards)

Second Avenue

September 23 — 25

Delays possible – Traffic control (Stop/Go boards)

Westdale Crescent

September 16 — 18

Delays possible – Traffic control (Stop/Go boards)

Holly Avenue

September 16 — 18 September

Delays possible – Traffic control (Stop/Go boards)

Gedling

Coronation Walk

September 23 — 25 September

Delays possible – Traffic control (Stop/Go boards)

Phoenix Avenue

September 23 — 26

Delays possible – Traffic control (Stop/Go boards)

‘A move that Kim Jong-un would be proud of ’:Local council elections could be cancelled if ‘super council’ consultation continues

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‘A move that Kim Jong-un would be proud of ’:Local council elections could be cancelled if ‘super council’ consultation continues

Concerns have been raised about the possibility that local council elections due for May next year will be cancelled, as negotiations for the ‘super council’ continue.

The widely-circulating rumour is that if Conservative-controlled Nottinghamshire County Council progresses with its plan to scrap all district councils, this would mean May’s county council election would not be held as the consultation for the super council would be ongoing.

This is yet to be confirmed by the Government, however, a spokeswoman for the Ministry of Housing Communities and Local Government did not deny it when asked.

When asked about the potential delay, Nottinghamshire County Council replied: “No comment”.

A letter sent by the Nottinghamshire Branch of the Society of Local Council Clerks stated: “It is understood that the county council elections scheduled for next May are deferred for one year in order for unitary proposals (super council) to be drawn up and submitted to the Government.”

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PICTURED: County Hall

The leader of Leicestershire County Council – which is also pursuing a super council – has said elections there next year would also be postponed by a year.

Labour leader Councillor Alan Rhodes, who represents Worksop North, said: “In my opinion, it would be hugely undemocratic to an unpopular Government to cancel an upcoming election in this country.

“If the Conservatives aren’t running scared of an election next year they will welcome the opportunity (of an election) in much the same way we will.”

Meanwhile Jason Zadrozny, leader of the Ashfield Independents – the third-largest group on the county council – said it was ‘common knowledge’ the election would be postponed, and that this was ‘North Korean-style politics

Councillor Zadrozny, who is also vice-chairman of the National District Council’s Network said, “It’s common knowledge that any county which moves towards unitary status will have to cancel the county council elections in 2021.

“This is bad for democracy, bad for transparency and quite frankly lets the Conservatives off the hook.

“Everybody knows that the Conservatives are running scared ahead of next year’s County Elections.

“It appears that they have a simple solution: cancel them. It’s a move that Kim Jong-un, the Supreme Leader of North Korea would be proud of.

“In Ashfield, residents value the chance to give their verdict in local elections. At the last County Council elections in 2017 – the Ashfield Independents performed particularly well – winning all 6 seats we went for.

‘If we follow these rules, it could save lives’: Gedling Borough Council leader calls on people to stick to rule of six and keep people safe

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‘If we follow these rules, it could save lives’: Gedling Borough Council leader calls on people to stick to rule of six and keep people safe

Gedling Borough Council leader John Clarke is urging the public to follow the new rule of six, which was introduced by the Government today.

Under the new rules gatherings both indoors and outdoors must be limited to six people. 30 people could gather at one time under the previous regulations.

We’ve explained how the rules work in more detail her

The new rules, which will be enforced by police, has been introduced following a spike in coronavirus cases across the UK.

The number in Gedling borough has also continued to rise.

Councillor Clarke today thanked people in the borough for their continued support during the pandemic and urged everyone to follow the new rules.

He told Gedling Eye: “We would like to thank our residents and businesses for their ongoing efforts and for the sacrifices they have all made in an effort to reduce the spread of coronavirus.

“Since the start of the pandemic, we have been following and sharing the advice provided by Public Health England and will continue to do so.

PLEA: Assistant Chief Constable Kate Meynell

“We ask that everyone take responsibility to follow the rules. Please do not have social gatherings of more than six people, wash your hands, wear a face mask and stay two metres apart from people who are not in your household. If we follow these rules, it could save lives.”

Nottinghamshire Police’s Assistant Chief Constable Kate Meynell also called on residents to support the new measures.

She said: “The new rules are clear and we all have a personal responsibility for following them to help stop the spread of a deadly virus.

“Police will continue to be in communities and engaging, explaining and encouraging people to follow the new regulations. We will disperse groups of over six and issue fines to those who refuse to comply.

“In most situations, we are sure we can resolve breaches without having to issue a fine, but let’s be clear – if people deliberately flout the rules and put other people’s lives in danger we will not hesitate to issue fines. Those who choose to flout the rules and hold house parties will be dealt with.

“The demands on the police service are now back to pre-Covid levels making it even more important that everyone takes personal responsibility so police involvement is a last resort.”

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