A gang of youths who threatened two men at knifepoint and stole their off-road bikes are being hunted by police.
It happened at around 6.25pm on (Saturday (May 4) as the victims were walking with their bikes along Bestwood Lodge Drive.
Police said a group of about six or seven boys, who were wearing face coverings and dark-coloured clothing, approached the victims. One of the offenders threatened one of the victims with a knife before his bike was taken.
The same offender then approached the second victim who was punched by another of the suspects. He let go of his bike before the offenders rode off on the bikes.
The bikes, as pictured, are a green Kawasaki KX80 and a yellow Suzuki RM85. Both bikes have kick start engines not requiring a key.
The suspects are described as being two black youths and the others white youths, all aged between 13 and 18.
Detective Sergeant Luke Todd said: “Our investigation is ongoing, including house-to-house enquiries and exploring CCTV opportunities.
“We’re appealing for anyone with any information about the incident and anyone who may know of the whereabouts of these distinctive bikes to get in contact with us by calling 101.
“We believe the bikes have been seen in the Bulwell area since the incident so we’d urge anyone who may have seen them to get in touch.”
Anyone with any information is urged to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 741 of 4 May 2019, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Police are warning owners of keyless-entry cars to be
vigilant after two thefts in Mapperley.
It is believed a device may have been used to replicate or
extend the signal from the keys in the house.
Both of the vehicles were BMWs and were taken from the Mapperley area in the early hours of Tuesday (April 30) without the keys being taken and without any signs of forced entry.
One was a BMW 4 Series taken from Dawlish Court at around
3.45am. The vehicle was later recovered by Lincolnshire officers in Lincoln
Road, Sleaford, but the occupants fled the vehicle.
The other was a BMW 320i XDrive Sport, taken from Bradstone Drive at around 4.05am. It was later spotted on the A614 in Arnold and failed to stop, before being abandoned in Crookdole Lane, Calverton.
Both vehicles have been recovered by police but no arrests
have been made at this stage. Anyone who saw anything suspicious is urged to
call 101.
Inspector Chris Pearson, Neighbourhood Policing Inspector
for Gedling, said: “Nationally thieves are targeting vehicles which have
keyless entry systems using digital scanners allowing the car to be unlocked
without a trace of forced entry or damage.
“Regular remote locking fobs which require the car
owner to press a button are not vulnerable to these crimes, it is only those
cars which allow the owner to approach and unlock the car with the keys still in
their pocket.
“I would urge anyone with a keyless entry system to
check whether the fob can be switched off overnight. Speak to your dealer about
software updates and whether new key fobs with added security are available.
“People should store keys away from household entry
points. A keyless fob should be stored as far into your home as is possible,
hampering a criminal’s ability to detect and relay its signal.
“Signal blocking pouches (Faraday pouches) will block
the signal from a keyless entry fob. Keeping your keyless entry fob out of
sight is not enough – thieves only need to gain proximity to the key to amplify
the signal.”
Police are appealing for witnesses following an altercation at a pub in Gedling during the early hours of this morning (Saturday, May 4, 2019).
Officers from Nottinghamshire Police were called to The Phoenix in Shelford Road just before 12.30am.
A cordon remains in place as officers continue to investigate the circumstances of the incident.
A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: “Two men were taken to hospital with stab wounds to their legs and a woman has received hospital treatment for head injuries.
“Their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.”
The offender is described as a man of mixed race who was wearing dark clothing.
Police enquiries are ongoing and we’re urging anyone with any information to call us on 101, quoting incident number 18 of 4 May 2019, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
From August 19, Abellio UK will run the ‘new’ East Midlands franchise. Currently they hold the ScotRail. Greater Anglia West Midlands and Merseyrail franchises. Stagecoach who currently run East Midlands Trains, appear to have lost out due to problems with Pensions, and not for any majo problems with running trains, as most services are fairly reliable with the resources they have.
East Midlands Railway will be the name from August 19. This is one of the new franchises where there will be greater collaboration between Network Rail., who are responsible for the track and infrastructure, and East Midlands Railway (EMR) who will run the trains and manage stations on their network’.
There will however be no noticeable changes for a while, with the same, staff as now, but Abellio UK have said they will invest £600 million in improvements to trains and stations, and also be responsible for delivering smart ticket options, a £9.4 million investment in commercial and customer ‘service improvements and hundreds more car parking and cycle spaces at stations. Also an improved compensation for delayed trains and improved wi-fi on trains.
Latest news on Carlton Station
There are no changes to the basic timetable from May 19, but a few trains are altered by a minute or two, so if you are “a last minute person, these are the affected trains. Monday to Friday eastbound. Nottingham depart 08.51, 11.51, 12.50, 14.50, 16.50, 18.51. Saturdays 06.53, 08.54, 10.54, 11.53, 12.49, 14.50, 15.51. Carlton depart Mondays to Fridays 12.56, 16.56, 18.56. Saturdays. 06.59, 09.00, 11.00, 15.57. Westbound Mondays to Fridays. Newark depart 17.04, 22.54. Carlton depart 18.22 21.17,18. Saturdays. Carlton depart 06.37. Lincoln depart 17.26 and Newark 17.54. It is also to be noted that trains leave Matlock and stations to Ambergate one minute earlier, mostly at 36 minutes past the hour from Matlock.
A meeting was held in Nottingham on April 1 with the Department for Transport (DfT) ,and local stakeholders to look at the problem of overcrowding, particularly on the 17.21 Nottingham to Lincoln train. I have not heard whether anything will be done before the new franchise commences There is a planning application to turn the former car showroom against the station into a gym.
A person alighting from a train from Newark and going to the Richard Herrod Leisure Centre on Foxhill Road said to me “They told me there wasn’t a station at Carlton, but I knew there was.”
Latest news on Netherfield Station
There are no changes in the new timetable from May 19, apart from on Sundays when between May 19 and Sept 8 there is an additional Skegness to Nottingham service calling at 12.18.
Off peak return to Skegness is £24.80 and valid on the 08.51 train during summer months from May 20.
In the last few months the pathway at the side of the railway line from Manvers St. to Ashwell St has been restored ‘to its former glory’, having been widened and with improved lighting. ‘It is hoped the new pathway will provide a safer and cleaner access route for pedestrians to and from the railway station’. All we need now are more trains calling at the station, and this should happen in the new franchise.
Regarding the proposed development on the Colwick side of the railway line, this has been delayed owing to the proximity of the Total oil plant. However this plant is closing this summer and decommissioning should be completed by the end of the year. Plans for this derelict site and the oil depot were to provide up to 1,000 jobs. Sainsburys say they are ‘still interested in opening a store’. Meanwhile the first residents of the planned 830 homes development on Teal Close have moved in. It has now been named Rivendell as a nod to the area’s links with JRR Tolkien (he visited his aunt’s farm in Jessops Lane, Gedling), and the Lord of the Rings.
Events easily accessible by our local train services
Newark Festival is to be held between June 14 and 16. In previous years, late trains have run on Saturday and Sunday evenings to Carlton, so check nearer the time. Sunday is the free family day. www.newarkfestival.co.uk
Southwell Racecourse has installed new LED lights to allow night time racing, of which 13 are planned this year and the number of meetings increased from 53 to 60. Rolleston station is conveniently situated for the racecourse
Events such as Model Rail exhibitions, antiques fairs etc. take place at the Round House, Derby which is a ‘stones throw’ from the station.
Major developments planned for Nottingham Southside
Major developments are taking place in the vicinity of Nottingham station and others are proposed. These include two new Government office blocks at Unity Square with a capacity of up to 7,000 workers. Nottingham College building on Canal Street is due to open in 2020. Crocus Place has been earmarked for a Grade A office development of 100,000sq ft. Broad Marsh shopping centre redevelopment. Sites to provide 1,000 apartments within a 1/4 to 1/2 mile of the station are in the planning stage. Redevelopment of the Boots Island site (40 acres), plus 4 small office developments including Bhatia Best and City Buildings on Carrington St. and there is the potential for many more people using Nottingham station. Add to this housing developments in Bingham, Radcliffe, Netherfield and Gedling and the railway ought to play a key role in providing environmentally friendly transport. —–
News in brief
Bank Holidays May 6 & 27: Local trains run to a normal weekday service and off peak fares are valid all day with no peak restrictions
Robin Hood Line: There is now strong support for the extension of the Robin Hood Line to Ollerton. Supporters include Notts. County Council, local MP’s and Midlands Connect. This would boost access to jobs and tourism sites like Sherwood Forest. The DfT say “The new operator of the East Midlands franchise will be required to submit a business case to the Secretary of State for the possible extension of the Robin Hood line from Shirebrook to Ollerton
Viaduct resurrected: Bennerley Viaduct near Awsworth is to be brbught back into use as a public footpath for walkers and cyclists. This was part of the Great Northern Railway, used by trains from Grantham to Derby Friargate via Netherfield. Also on the same line as Gedling station. Funds have been secured for refurbishment with a target opening date at the end of 2020
Annual report: The Poacher Line annual report for 2018 has just been published, listing the many events that have taken place along the Nottingham to Skegness line. poacherline.org.uk Twitter @poacherline
Smartcards: East Midlands Trains aim to complete the roll out of Smartcards on all routes this summer
Engineering work: This will affect London St. Pancras services on May ll & 12th, and between 28th May 28 and June 2. Details are available on eastmidlandstrains.co.uk/mhr2019
Station revamp: A major refurbishment at Lincoln Central station is now complete.
Increase: Passenger numbers on the railway network are continuing to increase and it is estimated that 20% less young people are learning to drive than a few years ago. Pollution is a big issue nowadays and earlier in the year a number of City leaders went to London to make a plea for green transport. Bi-mode (electric and diesel) and even tri-mode trains are being developed, with the Midland Main Line having bi-mode trains in a few years. From 15th May bi-mode trains will be operating on the East Coast main line from Kings Cross to Leeds via Newark Northgate. These are known as “Azumas” built by Hitachi.
Cllr Cutts had last year proposed abolishing district councils and borough councils – like Gedling – and replacing them with one single authority.
Labour and Co-operative candidates snapped up four seats during the count, while the Conservatives lost seven.
The Liberal Democrats managed to secure two seats – which was one more than last time. Independent candidates took two – also up one.
Gedling leader Cllr John Clarke, who retained his Netherfield Ward seat, said the result should send a clear message to Cllr Cutts that her ‘super council’ proposals wouldn’t be accepted by people in the borough.
He said: “This is a real flea in Kay Cutts’ ear and this result shows it clearly means hands off Gedling – we mean it!”
Labour candidates anxiously wait to hear if they’ve retained control over Gedling Borough Council (PICTURE: Gedling Eye)
Over the course of the day Labour gained seats in Bestwood St Albans and Woodthorpe. They also took the Gedling ward from the Conservatives.
The Lib Dems took up new seats in the Phoenix ward.
The Conservatives managed to lose Calverton where voters replaced them with two independent candidates.
The Tories did hold on to Newstead Abbey and also Trent Valley, where the country’s youngest chairman of a branch of the Conservative Party, Sam Smith, won one of two seats.
There were no wins for UKIP or the Green Party.
Conservative leader Chris Barnfather, who kept his seat in Newstead Abbey, told local democracy reporter Kit Sanderman the results were “hugely disappointing”.
He said: “I’ve been in politics long enough to know that it can be a brutal business.
“It’s clearly been a bad day for us. To drop down to a total of eight councillors, it’s massively disappointing.
“When Westminster coughs local councillors catch a cold, and that’s clearly been seen today.
“Having said that, Labour has had a very good day today, their message has clearly resonated, and I congratulate them for the campaign they have led.”
The first seat to be announced in the count today was the Dumbles ward.
In her acceptance speech, Conservative councillor Helen Greensmith took aim at the national party.
She said: “I hope the Conservatives fully appreciate they are going to lose a lot of really good candidates as a result of what’s going off in Westminster.
The overall result was: Labour 29, Conservatives eight, Liberal Democrats two, Independents two
Turnout was 36.14 percent
Conservative candidate Sam Smith, right, won one of the two Trent Valley seats (PICTURE: Gedling Eye)
Results in full:
Bestwood St Albans
BISSET, Tammy Leanne – 340 Conservative Party Candidate
BISSET Warren James -311 Conservative Party Candidate
ELLIS, Rachael Elizabeth 464 *ELECTED* Labour Party
GIBBONS, Des – 425 *ELECTED* Labour Party
HALL, Anthony Cedric – 175 UK Independence Party (UKIP)
VINCE, Margret Susan Barbara – 185 Green Party
Calverton Ward
BOSWORTH, Pat – 809 *ELECTED* Independent
EDE COOPER, Pamela – 439 Labour Party
ELLIOTT, Boyd Bryan – 843 Local Conservatives
FOSTER, Clive – 429 Labour Party
HARRIS, Sandra – 729 Independent
HOPE, Mike – 866 *ELECTED* Independent
KNOWLES, Marie Lesley – 612 Conservative Party Candidate
LOI, Fran – 333 UKIP Make Brexit Happen
SPURR, Matthew Peter – 386 Labour Party
WALKER, Jane Maria – 649 Conservative Party Candidate
Carlton Ward
BEEKEN, Max – 124 Liberal Democrat
BROOKS, Nicki – 895 *ELECTED* Labour and Co-operative Party
BURROWS, Amanda – 133 Liberal Democrat
CLARKE, Ged – 386 Conservative Party Candidate
KENWOOD, Gerald – 367 Conservative Party Candidate
WILKINSON, Paul O`Neil – 836 *ELECTED Labour and Co-operative Party
Carlton Hill Ward
BLANDAMER, Patricia Mary – 523 Conservative Party Candidate
CREAMER, Jim – 1255 *ELECTED* Labour Party
FEENEY, Paul – 1194 *ELECTED* Labour Party
GREENSMITH, James Victor – 490 Conservative Party Candidate
HAJAT, Nadia – 140 Liberal Democrat
LOCK, Kevin Charles – 477 Conservative Party Candidate
MILBURN, Paul Richard – 138 Liberal Democrat
SCROGGIE, Alex – 1158 *ELECTED* Labour Party
SOAR, Hannah – 165 Liberal Democrat
Cavendish Ward
CLUNIE, Liz – 695 *ELECTED* Labour Party
DUNKIN, Andrew Mark – 250 Liberal Democrat
GREGORY, Gary Graham – 704 *ELECTED* Labour Party
HUGHES, Paul Anthony – 236 Liberal Democrat
MILLER, George Peter – 314 Conservative Party Candidate
REMZI, Mitchell Thomas Ahmed – 272 Conservative Party Candidate
Colwick Ward
FLOR-HENRY, Michel – 158 The Conservative Party Candidate
KATIMERTZIS, Jean – 78 UK Independence Party (UKIP)
LAWRENCE, Meredith – 422 *ELECTED Labour Party
Coppice Ward
BESTWICK, Stuart James – 409 Conservative Party Candidate
PALING, Marje – 940 *ELECTED* Labour Party
STUART, Jim – 192 Green Party
VOCE, David William – 303 UK Independence Party (UKIP)
WALKER, Geoff – 447 Conservative Party Candidate
WHEELER, Henry Thomas Neil – 895 *ELECTED* Labour Party
Daybrook Ward
BARNES, Peter Graham – 888 *ELECTED* Labour Party
BARNES, Sandra Jean – 878 *ELECTED Labour Party
GAMBLE, James – 201 Independent
GREEN, Jordan Samuel Jack – 239 UK Independence Party (UKIP)
MAJOR, Eric Antoni – 169 Conservative Party Candidate
RIDDLE, Mark Jason – 173 Conservative Party Candidate
Dumbles Ward
DUDLEY, Janet Dinah – 128 Liberal Democrat
GARLAND, Lee Jonathan – 233 Labour Party
GREENSMITH, Helen Monique – 618 *ELECTED* The Conservative Party Candidate
ERNEHALE WARD
BURROWS, Antony – 362 Conservative Party Candidate
DAWSON, Robert James – 311 Conservative Party Candidate
ELLIS, David Sidney – 799 *ELECTED* Labour and Co-operative Party
ELLIS, Roxanne Elizabeth – 782 *ELECTED* Labour and Co-operative Party
KEY, Paul Richard – 153 Independent
PEET, Desmond Paul – 129 Independent
POYNTER, Raymond Andrew – 72 Liberal Democrat
SMITH, Philip Nigel – 283 UK Independence Party (UKIP)
STANSFIELD, Jason Martin – 101 Liberal Democrat
Gedling Ward
BEXON, Alan Sydney – 444 Conservative Party Candidate
COOK, Jane Louise – 447 Conservative Party Candidate
DUNKIN, Maggie – 339 Liberal Democrat Focus Team
HOLLINGSWORTH, Jenny – 917 *ELECTED Labour Party
THOMAS, Jennifer Lynn – 792 *ELECTED* Labour Party
WHITE, Martin George – 268 Liberal Democrat Focus Team
Netherfield Ward
CLARKE, William John – 775 *ELECTED* Labour Party
HAJAT, Essop – 97 Liberal Democrat
HAJAT, Fran – 103 Liberal Democrat
LARGE, Curtis Nicholas – 209 Conservative Party Candidate
MILLER, Barbara Sylvia Russell – 762 *ELECTED* Labour Party
PITMAN, Anthony – 218 Conservative Party Candidate
Newstead Abbey Ward
BARNFATHER, Chris – 1748 *ELECTED* Conservative Party Candidate
HARDING, Ben – 502 Labour Party
HUCKERBY, Adam – 189 Labour Party
MURRAY, Simon Peregrine Gauvain – 1461 *ELECTED* Conservative Party Candidate
SMITH, Martin David – 1538 *ELECTED Conservative Party Candidate
SUTHERLAND, Tom – 449 Liberal Democrat
SWIFT, Margaret Joan – 290 Liberal Democrat
TETLEY, Mark David – 221 Liberal Democrat
WRIGHT, Carol Ann – 689 Labour Party
Phoenix Ward
ELLWOOD, Andrew Mark – 828 *ELECTED* Liberal Democrat Focus Team
GODWIN, Charlie – 194 Conservative Party Candidate
HENRY, Verna Eliza – 429 Labour Party
HEWLETT, Cheryl June – 438 Labour Party
TAYLOR, Chris – 174 Conservative Party Candidate
TOWSEY- HINTON, Clive John – 790 *ELECTED* Liberal Democrat Focus Team
Plains Ward
BOYLE, Michael Aime – 1026 *ELECTED* Labour Party
BUTTERWORTH, John – 928 Labour Party
DOYLE, Kevin Backhouse – 887 Conservative Party Candidate
FAULCONBRIDGE, James Anthony Patrick – 886 Conservative Party Candidate
GLADWELL, Martin Nigel – 173 Liberal Democrat
HEWSON, Sarah – 630 Independent Network
KENEALLY, Rosa – 1043 *ELECTED* Labour Party
PARR, John Michael – 937 *ELECTED* Conservative Party Candidate
PEARCE, Jen – 203 Liberal Democrat
STEELE, David Ian – 154 Liberal Democrat
STICKLAND, Don – 236 Independent
Porchester Ward
COLLIS, Bob – 1503 *ELECTED Labour Party
DAWSON, Alan Peter Morrell -541 Liberal Democrat
NAJUK, Julie -1482 *ELECTED* Labour Party
POWELL, Stephen John -520 Conservative Party Candidate
SMITH, Alison Joy -591 Conservative Party Candidate
SOAR, Seb – 534 Liberal Democrat
SWANN, Stephen Nicholas – 533 Conservative Party Candidate
SWIFT, Robert Andrew – 447 Liberal Democrat
TRUSCOTT, John – 1443 *ELECTED* Labour Party
REDHILL WARD
ABBOTT, Michael -437 Conservative Party Candidate
FOX, Kathryn – 1075 *ELECTED Labour Party
JONES, Tadeusz Zdzislaw Edward – 102 Liberal Democrat
LITTLEFAIR, Malcolm Lulham – 329 Conservative Party Candidate
LOWDON, Andrew – 219 UK Independence Party (UKIP)
PAYNE, Michael Richard – 1188 *ELECTED Labour Party
SUTHERLAND, John Antony – 66 Liberal Democrat
Trent Valley Ward
ADAMS, Michael James – 658 *ELECTED* Conservative Party Candidate
FIFE, Richard Ian McDuff – 428 Liberal Democrat
FLYNN, John Edward – 422 Liberal Democrat
OGUNDIPE, Femi – 464 Labour Party
SMITH, Sam Thomas – 595 *ELECTED* Conservative Party Candidate
STRONG, Margaret Ruth – 494 Labour Party
Woodthorpe Ward
CLIPSHAM, Mark Raymond – 663 Conservative Party Candidate
MCCROSSEN, Ron – 1104 *ELECTED* Labour Party
MCCROSSEN, Viv – 1124 *ELECTED* Labour Party
PATTERSON, Roger – 221 Liberal Democrat
STEPHENSON, James Alan – 638 Conservative Party Candidate
A local housing group which helped set up regular events to help people with dementia using its community fund is now inviting charities and groups from across the area to apply for a slice of fresh cash up for grabs
Residents, voluntary groups and charities in the borough are being invited to bid for a share of £500,000 towards local projects that make a difference to people’s lives.
To mark the first anniversary of Gedling Homes’ newly-merged parent company Jigsaw Homes Group, half a million pounds of investment has been earmarked for local projects in 2019/20 as part of a new Jigsaw Foundation community fund.
Applications are open to neighbourhoods where Jigsaw run homes – which includes Gedling borough.
Tenants, partners and staff helped to celebrate the launch of the new fund this week at Gedling Homes’ St Andrew’s House extra care scheme in Mapperley where previous community funding has helped to run memory cafes and activities for people with dementia.
Karen Sands, corporate lead at Gedling Homes said: “Our memory cafes at St Andrew’s House and the St George’s Centre in Netherfield are well attended by residents with dementia and families from across the borough and are an invaluable support network for our community.
“There are many more local projects that help to change lives in different ways and our new Jigsaw Foundation is a chance for us to give something back.”
Bids to the fund must show that projects involve health and well-being, employability, financial inclusion, the environment and encourage enterprise and training.
Tenants signed up to Jigsaw Rewards surveys will also be able to vote on where bids of up £25,000 should be spent. Entries in excess of this amount will be decided by Jigsaw’s executive team.
The start of work on the new Gedling Access Road (GAR) could be delayed unless a number of objections from landowners who are subject to the compulsory purchase scheme are resolved in the next few weeks.
Nottinghamshire County Council say they will now launch a public inquiry to consider the objections, which could possibly hold up the start of construction work, which is due to begin in 2020.
The council did say that if the objections were resolved quickly, they would look at starting construction work sooner.
Cllr John Cottee, Chairman of Nottinghamshire County Council’s Communities and Place Committee, told Gedling Eye: “The Gedling Access Road is set to unlock potential new developments in Gedling, creating new jobs and more affordable housing on the former Gedling Colliery site.
PLANNED ROUTE: Gedling Access Road
“It will also provide a bypass link to the east of Gedling, helping to create journey time savings and other benefits worth at least £73m.
“A public inquiry is set to
start on 11 June to consider objections to the legal orders relating to the
Gedling Access Road – if they have not been resolved by that point.
“The start of the road’s construction is dependent on the outcome of the public inquiry, but we are aiming to start the main works at the beginning of next year (2020) with an expected completion date during 2021.
If all objections get resolved, there are opportunities to bring construction dates forward.
He added: “We have already carried out drainage works on site last year and more drainage work will take place over the summer, which is in line with current planning permissions and is not affected by the public inquiry.
“Likewise, ecology mitigation construction works started on Monday 15 April, which includes the building of a bat house on land at Glebe Farm, Lambley Lane, to make up for the loss of the derelict buildings at this location.”
He wrote: “I personally want to place on record my thanks to Wayne for all of his efforts over the season and the tail end of the season before.
“Wayne has given his all and worked tirelessly, and been a real pleasure to work with; I really feel our final league position does not reflect on his efforts- but that’s football.
“We part on good terms and I am sure our hardcore support will join me in thanking Wayne for his efforts and wish him all the best for the future.
The club swiftly announced that Dave Marlow would now replace Looker.
Marlow was previously with teh Eagles during the 2016/17 season.
He will be joined by Jonathon Todd as joint manager and Reece Jackson who returns to Arnold as 1st team coach/Assistant Manager.
Carlton Town yesterday announced that they have parted company with manger Wayne Scott following the conclusion of the 2018/2019 season.
Carlton ended in a relegation position but have stayed up courtesy of Gresley ending below them and AFC Mansfield failing a ground grading.
The club say they will now move for their number one target to replace Scott at the helm.
Chairman Mick Garton told the official club website: “I would like to place on record our huge thanks to Wayne for the last 4 years.
“In his first season, we achieved a 33 per cent win rate which was an improvement on Les Mcjannet’s final season and in the second season we achieved one of the greatest nights in our history beating Basford United 4-1 in the Senior Cup Final at Meadow Lane”
“Last season was blighted by the fixture backlog and this season started promisingly and at the half-way stage, despite our poor home form, we had excellent results away from home”
“In the second half of the season however, it’s fair to say the wheels have come off, but despite our problems in the league, Wayne still managed to lead us to another cup final and I thought we gave a good account of ourselves at Mansfield Town despite defeat to Basford.”
Mr Garton added: “I have listened to Supporters in recent days and despite the view of the need to change things at the club, there was still a lot of warmth for Wayne and in particular for all the work he has put into the club and the commitment he has shown in his 4 years at the helm”
A new ward was opened in Arnold yesterday which will help mental health patients be treated closer to home.
Nottinghamshire Healthcare officially unveiled the 16 bedded ward which will be used by male adults requiring inpatient mental health treatment.
The beds have been subcontracted to the Trust from Priory Healthcare, in a two year-deal
This will ensure that patients can receive inpatient care locally, supported by our community services.
Newstead Ward at the Calverton Hill facility will start admitting patients from today (May 1).
Calverton Hill, in Arnold, is a medium secure unit for adults with mental illness or personality disorders. The Trust also manages Bestwood Ward at the facility which is a ward for female patients.
Dr John Brewin, Chief Executive at Nottinghamshire Healthcare said: “The demand for adult mental health beds has continued to increase since we opened Bestwood Ward at the Calverton Hill facility in 2017 and we wanted to continue to be able to provide more care for people closer to home. This new ward provides an opportunity for us to do that and will ultimately benefit patients and their families.
Gair Stott, Chief Operating Officer, Priory Healthcare said:“As a leading provider of behavioural mental healthcare, we are very pleased to be working alongside Nottinghamshire Healthcare in helping provide this important facility for the local community.
“It makes absolute sense that patients are treated near to their homes and their loved ones, and, where we can work with forward-looking Trusts like Nottinghamshire Healthcare to achieve this, we are delighted to do so.”
