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Take guided walk on the wild side at Netherfield nature reserve

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Take guided walk on the wild side at Netherfield nature reserve

The latest line-up of guided walks have been announced for 2018 at Netherfield Lagoons which will allow people from across the borough to get closer to nature

The Gedling Conservation Trust which owns and manages the Netherfield Lagoons nature reserve has just announced details of this year’s extensive program of walks for 2018.

These popular walks are led by site manager and wildlife expert Pete Smith.

The Netherfield Lagoons site is a designated Local Nature Reserve and the most important site for wildlife in Gedling Borough.

The meeting point for all the walks in on the metal bridge over Ouse Dyke at the entrace to the nature reserve (reached by footpath from Teal Close).

Here’s a list of the walks planned to take place throughout 2018:

Monday 9th April, 14.00 hrs – Bird Walk, Migrants

See what migrants are about. If we are lucky we might find a Redstart or Wood Warbler.

Sunday 15th April, 09.30 hrs – Bird Walk, Migrants

See what migrants are about. If we are lucky we might find a Redstart or Wood Warbler.

Tuesday 15th May, 14.00 hrs – Warbler Walk

Most of the Warblers should be in now. Come and familiarise yourself with ten Warbler species, their songs and calls.

Sunday 20th May, 09.30 hrs – Warbler Walk

Most of the Warblers should be in now. Come and familiarise yourself with ten Warbler species, their songs and calls.

Friday 25th May, 14.00 hrs – Wildlife Walk

There should be plenty to see with most birds now breeding, plenty of insects and flowers.

Sunday 27th May, 09.30 hrs – Wildlife Walk

There should be plenty to see with most birds now breeding, plenty of insects and flowers.

Saturday 2nd June – 09.30 hrs – Orchid Walk

The Orchids should all be in flower, with up to five species to find.

Monday 4th June – 14.00 hrs – Orchid Walk

The Orchids should all be in flower, with up to five species to find.

Tuesday 12th June – 14.00 hrs – Wildlife Walk

If we are blessed with a hot, sunny day then there should be plenty of insects and flowers to see. Of course we will keep an eye out for anything else of interest as well.

Sunday 17th June – 09.30 hrs – Wildlife Walk

If we are blessed with a hot, sunny day then there should be plenty of insects and flowers to see. Of course we will keep an eye out for anything else of interest as well.

Tuesday 10th July – 14.00 hrs – Butterfly Walk

Again, sunny weather is important to maximise our chances to see a good range of species. Browns, Whites, Skippers and Blues should be about.

Sunday 15th July – 09.30 hrs – Butterfly Walk

Again, sunny weather is important to maximise our chances to see a good range of species. Browns, Whites, Skippers and Blues should be about.

Friday 20th July – 14.00 hrs – Insect Safari

This walk is aimed at people with an interest in finding insects. Sunshine will aid our cause and perhaps some new species will be added to the site list.

Sunday 22nd July – 09.30 hrs – Insect Safari

This walk is aimed at people with an interest in finding insects. Sunshine will aid our cause and perhaps some new species will be added to the site list.

PICTURED: A Bee Orchid which was snapped during one of the guided walks at Netherfield Lagoons

Sunday 29th July 09.30 hrs – Dragonfly Walk

We could see up to ten of the eighteen species regularly seen on the reserve.

Monday 30th July 14.00 hrs – Dragonfly Walk

We could see up to ten of the eighteen species regularly seen on the reserve.

Sunday 5th August 09.30 hrs – Pond Dipping

This activity is aimed at children and can make a very enjoyable outing. Bring a net and see what creepy-crawlies are lurking in the water.

Tuesday 7th August 14.00 hrs – Pond Dipping

This activity is aimed at children and can make a very enjoyable outing. Bring a net and see what creepy-crawlies are lurking in the water.

Friday 17th August 14.00 hrs – Wildlife Walk

The warmest, and we hope sunniest, part of summer. Butterflies, Dragonflies, Crickets should all be about and there might be some migrant birds coming through as well.

Sunday 19th August 09.30 hrs – Wildlife Walk

The warmest, and we hope sunniest, part of summer. Butterflies, Dragonflies, Crickets should all be about and there might be some migrant birds coming through as well.

Sunday 23rd September 09.30 hrs – Bird Walk

We will be looking for passage migrants and early winter birds returning.

Monday 24th September 14.00 hrs – Bird Walk and Starling Murmuration

We will be looking for passage migrants and early winter birds returning. As evening draws in we will retire to the Causeway to watch the Starlings coming in to roost. Possible Barn Owls as well.

Sunday 30th September 09.30 hrs – Plant Gall Walk

A chance to see how insects modify vegetation in order to give themselves a home.

Sunday 2nd October 14.00 hrs – Plant Gall Walk

A chance to see how insects modify vegetation in order to give themselves a home.

Friday 12th October 14.00 hrs – Bird Walk and Starling Murmuration

We will be looking for passage migrants and early winter birds returning. As evening draws in we will retire to the Causeway to watch the Starlings coming in to roost. Possible Barn Owls as well.

For more information, please contact Mark Glover:

Email: markglover2010@gmail.com

Or tel: 07850 768337

Arnold Market sale to be completed next month, says council

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Arnold Market sale to be completed next month, says council

Arnold Market is set to be transformed in the coming months after Gedling Borough Council revealed it expects to exchange contracts with the current owner next week, before taking control of the site next month.

The council – which is buying the market – says its offer for the site has been made and accepted, and the formal acquisition of the property will now happen in mid-May.

Many Arnold residents feel the market has been in a state of decline for years, with only a few of the stalls being taken.

The council hopes to breathe fresh life into the site, with ambitions for food markets and live entertainment.

After buying the market, the bosses at the council have now submitted a bid for £1.25m to N2 Town Centres – part of the D2N2 local enterprise partnership.

Gedling Borough Council hopes the money will transform the area, including making more of the space open to the public, improving facilities and increasing retail space.

For years, residents have complained about the state of the market, which was labelled “dreary”, “empty” and “disused”.

At one point, only a small handful of traders were using the market’s fixed stalls.

The site itself was converted from a former school in 1966, and was the centre of a bustling town.

Councillor Jenny Hollingsworth, portfolio holder for growth and regeneration, said: “We’re very pleased to announce that we’ve made significant progress with the owners of the market and we will be exchanging contracts imminently, placing the market under council ownership by next month.

“At our cabinet meeting earlier today, members approved plans for work to start on getting the correct licences, fees and operational needs in place.

“This is another very significant step in the right direction and I am very much looking forward to the future of the site and excited that residents will soon begin to see improvements to the market.”

Fees for using the stalls have also been proposed ahead of the takeover, which the council says are broadly comparable with the current prices.

For the regular market, which will be on a Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, the fares will be: stalls £20 per day; kiosks £70 per week; mobile operators £30 per day and; mobile operators with hook up £70 per day.

Police want to talk to this man after bank card stolen from Carlton

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Police want to talk to this man after bank card stolen from Carlton

Police want to speak to the man in these released pictures after a bank card was stolen from an address in Carlton

The card is believed to have been stolen from the property on March 3.

WANTED: Police want to speak to this man after a card was stolen from a property in Carlton

The card is then believed to have been used at a convenience store in Mansfield Road.

If you know who he is or have any other information, please call us on 101, quoting incident number 789 of 3 March 2018.

Charity issues warning to Gedling borough dog owners over attacks on guide dogs

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Charity issues warning to Gedling borough dog owners over attacks on guide dogs

There’s a warning to dog owners across Gedling borough to be more responsible after a number of guide dogs have been attacked and left traumatised.

National charity Guide Dogs is calling for urgent support from dog owners, as latest data reveals the aggressor dog was off the lead in 60% of these attacks.

In addition to the emotional and physical trauma of an attack, for the dog and owner, this serious issue has cost the charity over £1.3million since 2010 – the equivalent of 90,000 guide dog leads.

Today, the charity is launching their Take the Lead campaign, calling for the public to put their dog on a lead when they see a guide dog working. Canine researchers from the charity say this simple action could be the key to preventing future attacks.

Guide Dogs has campaigned on the issue of dog attacks in the past and back in 2014 tougher laws were introduced meaning if your dog attacked an assistance dog you could face up to a three-year jail sentence. However, the charity feels more needs to be done to prevent attacks and is now looking to the nation’s dog owners for support.

Guide Dogs researcher, Rachel Moxon, said: “Guide dogs are life-changing for those living with sight loss, helping their owners live life to the full.

“Attacks on our dogs destroy confidence and can mean a guide dog owner once again loses their freedom and independence. Putting your dog on a lead when you see a guide dog working, allows you to have more control over the situation. Even if you know your dog is well-behaved, it’s always better to be safe than sorry.”

Attacks on guide dogs can have long-lasting affects for both the dog and owner.

Claire Cooper’s guide dog, Minnie was attacked in October last year and the pair are still dealing with the repercussions of that day.

She said: “Thankfully Minnie was not hurt, but as time has passed her behaviour has changed. She now shows signs of anxiety and has become fearful of unfamiliar small dogs, especially when working in harness.

“As I am unable to see potential danger, I cannot protect her and I feel we are both vulnerable.

She added: “When a guide dog is attacked, the physical injuries may be visible, but what cannot be seen is the potential loss of independence to the person living with sight loss. Attacks could be avoided if dog owners put their dog on a lead when they see a guide dog working.”

For more information about Guide Dogs Take the Lead campaign head over to; www.guidedogs.org.uk/takethelead

Two arrested after robbery at Daybrook Retail Park

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Two arrested after robbery at Daybrook Retail Park

Police have arrested two boys following a robbery at the Daybrook Retail Park

The incident took place on Wednesday (4) afternoon at the park in Woodthorpe.

Officers were called after a report that two suspects armed with a knife and a gun had stolen three mobile phones from three boys. It happened at about 3.10pm.

Officers recovered a loaded gas-powered BB gun nearby. Two boys, aged 11 and 15, were arrested on suspicion of robbery and remain in police custody.

A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: “We are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.”

Anyone with any information is urged to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 526 of 4 April 2018, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Supermarket in borough to sell water in bottles made of 50 per cent recycled plastic

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Supermarket in borough to sell water in bottles made of 50 per cent recycled plastic

A supermarket’s own brand water will soon be on sale in 50 per cent recycled bottles to customers in Gedling borough – although they will be cloudier and greyer in appearance than usual.

The bottles will be sourced in the UK and be 100% recyclable, says the Group. The change will be introduced for all its own-brand still, sparkling and flavoured water later this year.

It is the first retailer to run this initiative, which it estimates can save almost 350 tonnes of plastic annually.

Jo Whitfield, chief executive at Co-op Food, said: “We know that by working closely with our supply and waste-value chains we can find new ways of sourcing sustainable alternatives. Our customers expect us to respond to this challenge and help them make more ethical choices, and we’re dedicated to doing just that.

“Making these changes will also create new uses for recycled materials which in turn gives our customers greater confidence in recycling. We’re constantly listening to our members and customers, understanding what they need, where and when they need it, and we’re committed to continuing to explore the opportunities.”

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PICTURED: Water will be sold in recycled bottles which look slightly cloudier (IMAGE: Co-op Group)

In his 29 years with the retailer, environment manager Iain Ferguson has led a number of radical changes to the way it packages food and produce.

He said: “Suppliers are working hard to make the bottle clearer – and they already have.
“In the meantime, our bottles will wear this greyish colour which I see as a badge of honour – we are part of the market for recycled products and are proud of that.”

 

The retailer has set a target to make 100% of its packaging recyclable with an interim goal of 80% by 2020. It also plans to get rid of black and dark coloured plastic. This cannot be identified by sorting plants, which use optical sorting techniques to identify polymers, and contaminates the recycling stream, reducing the usefulness and value of the recovered material.

It is estimated that this adds at least 30,000 tonnes of plastic each year to waste.

 

CCTV image released after Bestwood Co-op theft

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CCTV image released after Bestwood Co-op theft

Nottinghamshire Police want to speak to a man captured on CCTV following a theft from a store in Bestwood.

Officers want assistance the identifying the male in the CCTV image about the theft from the Co-op store on Arnold Road in Bestwood on April 2.

A spokesman said: “Anyone who can identify this male please call Nottinghamshire police on 101, incident number 375-02042018, or reply through this post.”

Flood alert issued to villages in Gedling borough as river levels rise

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Flood alert issued to villages in Gedling borough as river levels rise

A flood alert has been issued to villages in Gedling borough as levels on the River Trent continue to rise following heavy rainfall.

The alert, issued this morning (Wednesday), says flooding of low lying agricultural land and roads in communities around the River Trent is possible and properties could be affected.

Heavy rainfall was blamed for the rise in river levels.

Properties in Burton Joyce, Colwick, parts of Carlton, Netherfield and Stoke Bardolph were named as those most at risk.

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Levels are expected to fall tomorrow.

A spokesman for the Environment Agency, who issue the alerts, said: “We urge residents to prepare, remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through flood water.

“We are closely monitoring the situation and will endeavour to provide an update on Wednesday evening, or as the situation changes.”

New owner for Gedling Homes following merger

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New owner for Gedling Homes following merger

A new housing association group which this week took control of Gedling Homes has pledged to build new properties to help ease the housing crisis.

Jigsaw Homes Group Ltd is a new group of housing associations which owns more than 33,000 properties across the North West and East Midlands and launched this week

The group say they have plans to deliver in excess of 2,700 new homes over the next three years.

The new organisation is now one of the largest housing providers in the UK following the merger of New Charter Group, which owns Gedling Homes, and the Adactus Housing Group, based in Leigh.

The new organisation seeks to address the housing crisis by investing in a mix of quality homes across Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Cheshire, Lancashire and Gedling borough – including properties for affordable rent, shared ownership, Rent to Buy, for sale and private rent.

The group say there will be no immediate change to day-to-day landlord activities, although residents will benefit from Jigsaw Rewards, an innovative Group-wide scheme of collecting points in exchange for feedback on services and plans for the future.

Adactus’ former head and now Jigsaw Group Chief Executive, Hilary Roberts said: “We have come from two successful organisations with strong track records of providing quality homes, services and support, but together we will do more and do better.”

New Charter’s current Chair, Fay Selvan, is the new Group’s Chair with Jane Clayton, former Adactus Chair, as the new company’s Vice Chair.

New Charter’s Chief Executive Ian Munro remains in the business for a period of time to help ensure a smooth transition.

For more information, visit www.jigsawhomes.org.uk or Twitter @JigsawHG.

Elaine Bond: Don’t let OCD take over your life

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Elaine Bond: Don’t let OCD take over your life

How many times do we hear someone say, “I’m OCD about being tidy” or “I am obsessive compulsive about getting my spreadsheets finished on time”? In fact, a hotel group recently advertised for someone who was OCD about their work as they wanted a perfectionist.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is much more than being a perfectionist. It is a serious anxiety related condition which is often driven by the sufferer not being able to live with elements of doubt or needing black and white answers to everything in life, which is not realistic.

If someone has OCD they will have frequent, intrusive and obsessional thoughts that can take over their lives. This will be coupled with repetitive impulses and urges.

OCD comes in many forms and, as ever, everyone who has OCD will have different symptoms. In general, they will experience obsessional thoughts, images, impulses, fears and urges that interfere with their day to day living. These thoughts are not wanted but they continue to have them and the thoughts often intrude in all activities which then affect relationships despite the fact the sufferer knows they are irrational.

The only way for someone with OCD to get any relief from the anxiety that these thoughts cause is to complete compulsive behaviours.  These again irrationally believe will protect them from harm or someone they love from harm. They often have an anxiety issue which is caused by a feeling of responsibility for other people’s well-being or protecting others from harm – it’s their ‘job’ to make sure others are ok. Sometimes they have no perspective on the threat of harm to others, for example, a person with OCD may feel that the plague is on its way back and it’s their responsibility to stop it getting to their children.

These compulsive behaviours can be physical, a thought process or avoidance and will become ritualistic. If the sufferer cannot complete these behaviours then their anxiety level is heightened and panic or shutdown may take place. The relief felt is only temporary for the person with OCD, so the original obsessive thought is then reinforced and the behaviour has to take place again.

OCD comes in many forms and, as ever, everyone who has OCD will have different symptoms. In general, they will experience obsessional thoughts, images, impulses, fears and urges that interfere with their day to day living.

OCD behaviours fall into several categories and can be seen as checking (the door, the gas etc.), contamination (cleaning, hand washing etc), hoarding (collecting food or clothing) and finally intrusive thoughts (the world is going to end, next door is a spy etc).

From time to time all of us may show signs of OCD behaviour, mostly when we are stressed or anxious, which results in actions like checking we have locked the door one more time or worrying if we have left the iron all day and the house has burned down. For OCD sufferers the thought and behaviours do not stop and often increase over time.

One of the most difficult issues for anyone with OCD is the fact that their logical brain remains active all the time when they have the intrusive thoughts and are compelled to take the actions they need to get relief. Most people with OCD know that their thoughts and behaviour are irrational but cannot find a way to stop them. The fear is too great for them to stop as there will be a negative outcome for themselves or a loved one. So, no matter how small the risk or how much someone with OCD knows this, they still have to complete the compulsive action.

OCD often comes with other mental health issues that have anxiety driven behaviours.  These include Body Dysmorphic Disorder where someone obsessively worries about the perceived bodily flaws they have and so develop compulsive behaviours to deal with these worries. Compulsive skin picking to relieve anxiety and similarly, Trichotillomania or hair picking, for the same reason. Obsessive Compulsive Personality disorder a personality disorder that is based on anxiety but manifests as a need for order, being unrealistic with standards for self and others, catastrophizing when a mistake is made or everything is not perfect.

The good news is there is help for OCD. Medication can help relieve some of the obsessive thoughts and this is usually an anti-depressant. Therapy will help and one of the best forms for OCD is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy as this will help sufferers break down the thoughts, emotions and behaviours that drive the OCD. Then the therapist will help someone with OCD to face up to the thoughts and fears appear and then fade without using the compulsive behaviour.

There are online groups and support groups available for people with OCD. The charity OCD action can provide lists and contact for this issue – http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/

The NHS also runs a community for people with OCD – https://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Obsessive-compulsive-disorder/Pages/Community.aspx

If OCD affects your life you do need to get professional help from a therapist or your GP, the sooner you seek this the sooner you can be free from the disturbing thoughts and obsessive behaviours.

Elaine Bond Counselling on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElaineTerryCounsellingServices

Tel: 07769 152 951

Email: ng4counselling@gmail.com or elaineterry06@aol.com

https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/counsellors/elaine-bond

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