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New low-cost housing scheme gets green light

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New low-cost housing scheme gets green light

Work has begun on creating 64 new low-cost homes across the borough.

Local housing association Gedling Homes is to invest over £6million in creating the new developments in Arnold, Daybrook and Gedling.

In the Byron Street area of Daybrook, work is underway to build 21 one and two bedroom flats in a development which, once completed, will be known as Hawsley Court.

The site is being developed by Gedling Homes in partnership with construction and civil engineering experts GEDA Construction.

They are using non-standard designs provided by architects Keith Reynolds Associate to create comfortable living spaces within a relatively compact area.

Hawsley Court is currently due for completion in May 2018.

Just a mile down the road on Bestwood Lodge Drive in Arnold, a project is underway to replace a number of disused garages with brand new flats and houses. Demolition of the existing garages has already begun and the new homes are likely to be completed in April 2018.

Elsewhere at Ernehale Court in Gedling, work has begun to replace a former sheltered scheme with 12 new flats and 6 houses for affordable rent.

The former scheme was demolished in December 2016 and together with main contractors J Tomlinson, Gedling Homes have laid the foundations for the mixed-tenure development, which should be completed in March 2018.

Gedling Homes has invested £1.6million in the development, with the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) and Notts County Council contributing £468k and £170k respectively, after funding was released by the government following their housing white paper, which committed to building more homes.

Jason Cannon, Director of Gedling Homes said; “With the country in the midst of a national housing crisis, housing associations like us are playing a crucial role of solving it by developing new, affordable homes for those that need them.

“We’re grateful to be in a position to work with local contractors and invest in the local area and be able to build new home throughout Gedling and we’re excited for people to move into them once they’re finished.”

Young Arnold boxers shine in last show of season

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Young Arnold boxers shine in last show of season

Arnold School of Boxing hosted its last show of the season at the Arnold Liberal Club.

First up for Arnold SOB was 10-year-old Liam McPhilbin of Bulwell. Liam, who is the youngest registered boxer in the UK, competed in a skills bout where there’s no winner or loser. He went up against Micko Allcock who boxes for Scunthorpe ABC. Both McPhilbin and Allcock showed there ability and gave the Arnold crowd a great start to the show.

Zahraan Asif-Suleman, 15, from Radford, took part in his first skills bout against Geogijs Tedorade of One Nation ABC in Derby. Zahraan, who not been boxing for long, used his strength to great effect against the very game Derby boxer.  Both lads pushed hard. Zahraan will now go on to make his competitive debut in September.

There was disappointment for Rohaan Asif Suleman after his opponent failed the medical check before the contest.

Conner Brown (10) of Arnold made his debut versus Charlie Harris of Epic Golden Gloves in Newark. Brown came out flying in the first round catching his opponent with some great shots. The second and third rounds were a lot closer, with the Newark boxer coming back at Brown. At the end of the contest Brown was declared the winner on a points decision.

Mario Charalambous,11, of Arnold put on a very dominant display of boxing using a great array of skills to win all three rounds. Charalambous can be even prouder as he had only returned from holiday just three hours before the contest.

13-year-old Josh Timson, of Arnold, made his debut versus Ben Shelton of Prospect ABC in Derby. Timson used his great feet and fast hands to keep the aggressive Shelton at bay. In the second round Shelton was given a point deduction for holding. Timson came away as the winner on a points decision.

Kory Harkin (15) of Arnold, who only started boxing six months ago, took on Ed Shaw, of Dronfield ABC, in Sheffield. Both Harkin and Shaw gave everything with Harkin slightly the stronger boxer. After three closely hard fought rounds, Harkin was declared the winner on a points decision.

Kai Jones, 14, of Arnold, put in a fantastic performance against Tom Conlan, of Brookland ABC, in Birmingham. Conlan, who had a big height advantage, tried to keep the Arnold boxer at bay, but Jones kept moving forward, catching his opponent with some strong body shots. After 3 hard fought rounds, Jones was declared the winner on a points decision, but this is a bout that could happen again in the future.

Last up was Kyle Birkett, 20, of Sherwood, made a challenge for the East Midlands middleweight belt versus local rival Sam Spooner of Bulwell Hall ABC. Birkett got of to a great start using his boxing ability to great effect, catching is opponent with the jab . The second round could have gone either way with both boxers trading eye-catching shots. In the third round, the belt-holder Spooner used his championship experience by coming forward with some good shots.  At the end of a close contest Spooner kept hold of his belt by split decision. Birkett can take away a lot from this contest and will build on for next season.

Overall ASB coaches Clinton McPhilbin, Rob Butler and John Chadburn were very happy with the performance of their boxers.

Influence police crime-fighting priorities in Gedling borough

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Nottinghamshire Police want residents in Gedling borough to help decide how the force should tackle crime in the future.

People are being given the chance to influence what issues local beat teams across the borough focus on for the next three months by completing an online Neighbourhood Priority Survey.

Together with meetings with residents and community feedback, the results of the surveys are used to help local beat teams set their priorities.

Completed anonymously, the survey asks you to explain what concerns you have about criminal activity where you live. It asks for information about a range of concerns, including antisocial behaviour, speeding, street drinking, nuisance vehicles and other criminal activity.

You can give more information about the offences being committed and the days and times incidents are happening.

A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: “The information you enter into the site will help your local beat team decide which issues are most important to people in your area.”

You can complete the survey at http://www.neighbourhoodprioritysurvey.co.uk/

Cladding plans for Carlton tower block ‘suspended’

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Cladding plans for Carlton tower block ‘suspended’

Plans to install cladding on a tower block in Carlton have been put on hold following the recent deadly blaze at Grenfell Tower.

A planning application had recently been approved by Gedling Borough Council to install cladding as part of refurbishment works being planned for Walton Court, near Carlton Square.

These plans have now been put on hold while a review is carried out following the events at Grenfell Tower in London early on Wednesday morning – which has so far left 17 people dead.

Experts have speculated that cladding added during refurbishment work at the tower block last year could have played a part in creating an additional fire risk.

Jason Cannon, director of Gedling Homes, told Gedling Eye that plans to refurbish the building’s exterior would be now be reviewed in light of recent events.

He said: “Although an application was made to install cladding at the premises, we can confirm that due to recent events, this planned work has been suspended until further notice while a review is carried out.

“We are currently in the process of contacting all residents in all of our high-rise buildings assuring them of our commitment to fire safety and reminding them of the fire safety procedures for their building.”

PLANS: What the planned improvements to Walton Court would have looked like

Gedling Homes have also written to all residents at Walton Court updating them about fire safety procedures at the premesis.

In the letter from chief executive Ian Munro, which has been seen by Gedling Eye, residents are informed that a ‘stay-put’ policy still remains the “safest option” in the event of a fire at the building.

He wrote: “In light of the serious fire in the Grenfell Tower, in North Kensington, London.  I wanted to write to you to reassure that Gedling Homes take fire safety in your home very seriously.

“We work closely with Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service to ensure all our buildings are as safe from fire as possible. They have independently assessed all of our high rise buildings and have visited to make sure that they are familiar with the building.

“We have a current Fire Risk Assessment for all of our high rise buildings and these are in line with the current legislation.

“Our fire safety expert has recommended that the safest procedure to operate for Walton Court is a Stay Put Policy (remaining in your flat, whilst safe to do so or unless instructed to evacuate by a Fire Officer) which is deemed to be the safest option for you as a resident in the event of a fire occurring in your building.

He added: “As you are aware, Gedling Homes has recently reviewed the external façade of your building and have secured planning approval from the local authority for an external cladding system. Please be assured that this work is on hold until the outcome of the full investigation at Grenfell Tower and we will keep you fully informed.”

Warning as elderly residents targeted in HMRC scam

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Residents in Gedling borough are being warned to stay vigilant in the face of a new wave of fraudulent phone calls and emails claiming to be from HMRC.

The government’s cybercrime agency Action Fraud UK has issued the warning after elderly and vulnerable residents were targeted by fraudsters claiming to be from HMRC and are being told they owe an outstanding debt. In most cases they ask for payment in iTunes gift card voucher codes.

Fraudsters like iTunes gift cards to collect money from victims because they can be easily redeemed and easily sold on. The scammers don’t need the physical card to redeem the value and instead get victims to read out the serial code on the back over the phone.

One 87 year old victim recently said he was phoned by fraudsters who claimed to be from HMRC stating there was an arrest warrant out in his name.

They told him it would be cancelled if he bought £500 in iTunes gift cards at Tesco.

The man bought the cards and gave them the serial numbers. But when they asked for a further £1,300 in vouchers, he became suspicious and hung up.

A spokesman for Action Fraud said: “HMRC will never use texts to tell you about a tax rebate or penalty or ever ask for payment in this way.

“Telephone numbers and text messages can easily be spoofed. You should never trust the number you see on your telephones display. If you receive a suspicious cold call, end it immediately.

Skateboarding events in borough get go ahead after lottery funding

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Skateboarding events in borough get go ahead after lottery funding

Plans for a series new skateboarding events will become a reality thanks to funding from the Big Lottery Fund.

The Friends of Arnot Hill Park have been awarded £9,500 which will go towards organising several skateboarding events culminating in a special fundraiser at the Joshua Dale Skate Park in Colwick in the summer.

The group will use the funding to deliver a series of skateboarding events aimed at young people.

The ‘skate jam 17 tour’ will travel to all skate parks across the borough and will feature professional riders and drop-in sessions.

The Friends of Arnot Hill Park have commissioned a specialist provider to work with local skate park users to create the diary for the events.

A series of skateboarding events will provide much needed outdoor activities and engagement for older teenagers and young adults as well as an opportunity to showcase their skills and improve their social engagement skills and bring the community together.

The group is chaired by local Councillor David Ellis and they have together worked with the council to shape the application for the funding.

Councillor David Ellis, chair of the Friends of Arnot Hill Park said; “We’re absolutely delighted to have received this funding from the Big Lottery Fund.

“The money will support the teenagers who use our skate parks to get involved in a special summer of programs as well as bringing this community of riders together.

“We think that the tour will create a real buzz with the users and they will enjoy showcasing their talent at the events and, if this pilot is successful, it could pave the way for more events taking place every year.”

James Harcourt, Big Lottery fund deputy director of Responsive Programmes, said: “It’s great to see so many projects up and down the country bringing a positive change to their communities.

“Thanks to National Lottery players, the funding announced will support people to overcome barriers, learn new skills and improve their lives for the future.”

Police counter service in Carlton on the move

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Police counter service in Carlton on the move

The police front counter service at Carlton Police Station is to close from today (14) before reopening at a new location from Monday.

The service, based at Cavendish Road, will close at 6pm and will then reopen on Monday, June 19 at Carlton Fire/Police Station on Manor Road – which will become its new permanent home.

During this time of change, the public are being asked to divert your enquiries to one of our other counters within the City;

  • Radford Road Police Station, Radford Road Nottingham NG7 5GX open 8am to 8pm Monday to Sunday, which is 3.5 miles away.
  • Byron House Police Station, Maid Marion Way Nottingham NG1 6HS open 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, which is 4 miles away.
  • Beeston Police Shared Service, Foster Ave, Beeston NG9 1AB open 8.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday, which is 8 miles away.

Or alternatively call 101.

In an emergency, always dial 999.

A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: “It will be business as usual when the counter reopens on Monday. Thanks for bearing with us during this time.”

£1.5m visitor centre opens at Gedling Country Park

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£1.5m visitor centre opens at Gedling Country Park

The doors to a new £1.5 million visitor centre were opened to the public for the first time yesterday at Gedling Country Park

Hot and cold drinks will now be available to visitors of the park in the centre’s new Café 1899 – which is named after the year the former Gedling Colliery was first opened. The venue also a fully licensed bar.

NEW: The new visitor centre at Gedling Country Park

Plans are also now in place to develop a heritage site in another building close by to the new attraction to commemorate the history of the colliery which once occupied the site.

NOW OPEN: Leader of Gedling Borough Council Cllr John Clarke officially opens the new centre

The centre was opened by leader of Gedling Borough Council Cllr John Clarke and deputy leader of the council Michael Payne.

Vehicle windows smashed overnight in Calverton and Woodborough

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Vehicle windows smashed overnight in Calverton and Woodborough

Police are appealing for information after vehicle windows were smashed overnight in Calverton and Woodborough.

Police received reports of damage to vehicles in Main Street in Calverton and also Main Street in Woodborough last night (12).

A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: “Local officers will be in Calverton carrying out inquiries such as CCTV and door-to-door this afternoon.

“If you have any information regarding these incidents or have CCTV in the area please call us on 101. Also if you have been a victim of similar incidents overnight and are yet to report it please call the control room on 101.”

Suspected distraction burglars thought to have struck again in Carlton

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Suspected distraction burglars thought to have struck again in Carlton

A group of males suspected of carrying out a distraction burglary last September in Carlton are thought to have struck again.

Three men pulled up outside a property on Kent Road in Porchester yesterday (12) in a white Ford Transit van with ladders on top.

They told the victim who owned the property that it required urgent roof repair work, which they carried our and took payment for.

Two of the offenders then distracted the victim while the other entered the property and took more cash.

The description of the males matches that of a group which are suspected of carrying out a similar offence in Carlton last September.

Back then it was reported that three white males had called at an elderly man’s house on Westdale Lane claiming his guttering needed clearing.

One of the group then distracted the man while the others entered the property and stole a large quantity of cash.

A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: “It would appear this group maybe back in the Gedling area. We need to catch these criminals.

“Most tradesman are honest people but a minority let them down.”

One of the men is described as having short brown hair and wearing a green sweatshirt.

The other male is described as being around 30 years old with short grey hair.

It is believed one of the group had an Irish accent.

There is no description for the third male.

Nottinghamshire Police have reminded people to keep an eye on elderly and vulnerable people in the area.

The spokesman said: “Please look out for your neighbours and if you see an elderly or vulnerable neighbour having work done then ask a few polite questions and if anything seems suspicious, try and get details of any vehicles or ask the tradesmen for a business card.”

If you have any information or see anyone matching the description of these males in the area then contact Nottinghamshire Police on 101

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