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Council Successful In Securing Funding To Tackle Domestic Abuse In Ashfield

New Community Garden Is Blooming Wonderful

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‘Heroes Helping Heroes’

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Ashfield District Council has secured over £80k in funding for domestic abuse education programmes, intervention projects, and to support survivors of domestic abuse.

The first programme which will be funded is the Domestic Abuse Educational Programme.

The programme aims to raise awareness of domestic abuse whilst promoting healthy relationships and respect.

This will be delivered by Equation the domestic abuse charity, to 600 children in Years 5 and 6 in two hour sessions over a four week

period.

The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner has also approved funding for the Youth Intervention Project to provide Youth Workers for Ashfield.

The project will target antisocial behaviour in young people aged 10 – 19.

Youth Workers will engage young people in positive activities to enable behaviour change, and to provide support as well as interventions.

Both projects will be commencing in October.

The Council, working

in partnership with Nottinghamshire County Council, has also secured £20,000 match funding, £40,000 in total, to support survivors under the Sanctuary Scheme Programme.

The Sanctuary Scheme allows survivors of domestic violence to safely remain in their own homes, without fear of the perpetrator returning, by installing a safe room in their home.

The Scheme also allows other supportive security measures such as extra locks, stronger doors, security lights and a portable police alarm,

to be installed in the home. Cllr Helen-Ann Smith, Cabinet Member for Community Safety, said “This is absolutely fantastic news as we know how valuable these schemes have been in the past.

We have the chance to make a real difference with the educational programmes by teaching children about healthy relationships and how to seek help should they need it.

“The Sanctuary Scheme is expected to support and protect at least 100 survivors of domestic abuse in Ashfield over the next 12 months.

The funding will allow us to continue to support vulnerable residents when they need it the most. Tackling domestic abuse and supporting survivors is a key priority for the Council and this funding will help us achieve this”.

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Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Car Parks To Return To Normal Charges Rushcliffe Borough Council’s free parking promotion across its car parks, Free After 3, is set to expire on September 30.

The authority has supported retail and hospitality in locations across the Borough when it brought in the initiative in April to support local business as they were recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.

With many businesses now trading full time again on high streets in West Bridgford, Bingham and Keyworth and locally larger sporting events again taking place, the Council is returning to pre-COVID

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Community Testing Programme Hits 100,000 Tests

parking operations at its sites.

This is to assist further turnover of spaces at the popular facilities in line with its Off Street Car Parking Strategy.

It will continue to review its car parking policy and charges in line with any central Government changes as a result of the pandemic and has decided to make the change to assist with providing a continued sustainable service.

Charges at Rushcliffe car parks are re-invested back into facilities that ensure they are safe and attractive with maintenance on lighting, resurfacing, ticket machines and improvements such as the highly popular RingGo service and electric vehicle charging points.

Over 100,000 rapid tests (lateral flow test) to support the fight against Covid-19 have now been provided across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

As of Monday 6 September, over 100,000 tests have been taken by people without any symptoms of Covid-19 at Community Testing sites to ensure they aren’t carrying the virus and potentially transmitting it to others.

Around one in three people with Covid-19 don’t have any symptoms, but can still pass it on, which is why rapid testing is such a vital tool in helping to identify cases of coronavirus we would otherwise not find.

Even those people who have been vaccinated can still pass on the virus – it is vital to still take regular tests.

Through the Community Testing Programme, people have benefited from easy access to tests at local testing centres and mobile units in neighbourhoods. The Programme has also given out nearly 60,000 home testing kits.

Jonathan Gribbin, Director of Public Health for Nottinghamshire said: “Mansfield and other areas across the county are currently seeing high rates of transmission, in a wide range of settings, and affecting people of all ages.

Asymptomatic testing plays a vital role in detecting these cases and breaking the chain of transmission.

“I’m delighted we’ve reached the 100,000 mark with so many

people in Nottinghamshire taking regular tests to protect their communities and loved ones.

“Lateral flow tests are free, quick and easy to do and can be completed twice a week.

Thank you to everyone who has already used these tests.

With rates in Nottinghamshire remaining at a high level, I encourage everyone to make twice weekly testing a part of their routine, even if they have already been vaccinated” Lucy Hubber, Director of Public Health at Nottingham City Council, said: “This milestone is a great achievement to everyone that has worked hard to set up and sustain a successful community testing programme across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. I would like to thank everyone who have taken up this offer and have used these tests to protect the people around them.

“It takes two minutes to take a free rapid Covid-19 test – a simple and quick swab from the back of the throat and nose. Results take only 30 minutes to show – these 30 minutes could protect your family and friends.

“Now we are beginning to experience normal life again, testing is still an important

tool in our efforts to stop the spread of Covid-19 and continue to protect each other.” Group Manager at Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service, Andy Macey, said: “As part of our response to the Covid-19 pandemic, we released 50 members of staff from their normal duties to support our partners. Out of those 50, we had six individuals working on Nottinghamshire’s Community Testing sites.

“Those six members of staff worked extremely hard behind the scenes turning libraries, leisure centres, pubs and even football grounds into testing facilities.

“Our staff trained volunteers into testing operatives who have gone on to test thousands of people around the county.

“The fact that the testing programme has gone on to test their 100,000th person today is fantastic and a great achievement.

“On behalf of everyone from Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service, we want to congratulate and thank everyone on this programme for their hard work throughout the tough months and for stepping up to this challenge. It has been fantastic to witness great teamwork and partnership working.” There are many sites across the city and county where you can take a test or pick up a box of home testing kits. For further information on opening times and how to order tests online is available on our community testing website page. In addition, you can order home test kits for free online or collect them for free at local pharmacies. Please remember, if you are experiencing symptoms of Covid-19 or have a positive rapid test, you must urgently take a PCR test, you can also take a PCR test if you have been in contact with someone who has tested positive - you can simply book a test on the Government website or by calling 119.

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New Community Garden Is Blooming Wonderful A small team of dedicated volunteers have been praised for working tirelessly to create a ‘fantastic’ new community garden in the grounds of a Nottinghamshire church.

They have transformed an overgrown area of land at St Paulinus’ Church in New Ollerton into a blooming wonderful green space of nature featuring a variety of plants and flowers, herbs, seating, and a water feature.

Now the fruits of their labour can be enjoyed by the whole community, with the garden a place for people to simply enjoy, meet friends, grow their own produce and hold small events such as fayres and celebrations – a far cry from what it looked like little more than two years ago when community stalwart John Pearson launched the project.

Nottinghamshire County Council has contributed £1,700 from its Local

Improvement Scheme towards the project, with funding also coming from a variety of individuals and organisations – including the Unite Community Union, Newark & Sherwood District Council, Edwinstowe and the Dukeries Lions Club, the Rotary Club of Sherwood and the Freemasons of Bassetlaw.

To date, £8,000 has been donated to cover the costs of creating the garden – while the group has also received hundreds of plants from kind-hearted residents.

Councillor Tom Smith, ViceChairman of the County Council’s Communities Committee which approved the LIS funding, attended a special opening event for the garden and paid tribute to John and his team of volunteers for their work to transform the green space.

He said: “Firstly, I am especially proud that

funding from our Local Improvement Scheme has helped John Pearson and the volunteers to create such a wonderful community space.

“The garden looks absolutely fantastic and the tremendous work carried out by John and his team means residents now have somewhere to go and enjoy, while it also provides a social opportunity to build a sense of community and belonging.

“It is projects like this which the scheme is in place for and I hope the garden will be enjoyed by members of the local community for many years to come.”

Students from the town’s Dukeries Academy have also been involved in the project, while schoolchildren from the Parkgate Academy made mosaic tiles for the garden – which was blessed by the Rev Richard Hanford, the new priest-in-charge of the Parish of Ollerton with Boughton, at a special ceremony on Saturday, 4 September.

The garden is also home to the ‘Bassetlaw Birch’ in recognition of the efforts of NHS workers during the pandemic, while the group is working with mental health charity Nottinghamshire MIND to expand the garden and provide a ‘listening ear’ space for anybody who needs professional help.

And John revealed how he and the volunteers were not deterred by the difficulties posed by the Covid-19 crisis to create the garden.

He said: “We had grass six-foot high when we first started. It was an abandoned vegetable plot, basically, and it’s taken two-and-a-half years to come to fruition.

“We struggled through the restrictions, isolations, lockdowns and it hasn’t been without its costs health-wise, so it’s been a hard task, but we’ve enjoyed every single second and the results are here for everybody to see.

“A lot of people are simply overwhelmed by how it looks from what it was just a month ago because everything had died back, and it’s started to come through again for autumn.

“It’s not a big space but it’s a friendly space and it’s quiet and it’s peaceful – and people like that. It’s

somewhere where they can come and, as we keep saying, just be yourself.

“The other day a lady was sat on one of the arbours, which the LIS funding went towards, and she was reading a book with a flask of tea – and that’s what the garden is all about, to just come in and enjoy it for what it is.”

Cllr Mike Pringle, ward member for Ollerton at the

county council, said the new community garden was a place for everybody to enjoy and hailed John for his devotion to the cause.

He said: “The community garden, which has been created by John Pearson, is just a fantastic place for people to come and talk.

“John has opened it for everybody. It matters not whether you’re churchgoing or not, the garden is open for

anybody to come and relax.

“It even has an area for people that need to talk outside of the home environment, so that they have a safe place to come and talk with whoever they want to talk to – professional or not – just to offload.

“John, himself, is an incredible human being and throughout the pandemic has done brilliantly at bringing this all together for us.”

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‘Heroes Helping Heroes’ – Arnold Care Home Dish Up Delicious Breakfasts For Local Key Workers Nottingham based carers from Coppice Lodge care home have been spreading a little joy around the local community, dishing out hearty breakfasts for frontline workers to show their support and say thank you for all that they do.

With lots of suggestions from the team on where to make their first delivery, Hayward House Hospice Palliative Care Unit was selected to receive the feast in recognition of their outstanding work throughout the pandemic.

The Coppice Lodge team created tasty breakfast bags including sausage and bacon sandwiches, along with vegetarian and gluten free options. They also included a touching ‘thank you’ letter, offering words of support and encouragement to their fellow healthcare heroes.

The care team at Coppice Lodge now intend to continue spreading the joy

across the community to those who have worked throughout the pandemic.

Plans include deliveries to a multitude of sectors including the emergency services, fire, ambulance and police units, paramedic teams, local GP practices, chemists and pharmacies, postal service workers, refuse collectors and even teachers at local primary schools.

Lifestyle Manager, Lorna Thornley, who is playing an instrumental role in delivering the delicious meals around the community said, ‘During my deliveries, I met some truly inspirational people who have really worked hard over the last year and absolutely deserved a treat!

Everyone was so grateful for their breakfast sandwiches, and it really goes to show how a little bit of kindness goes a long way’.

Alex Field, Home Manager at Coppice Lodge, said, ‘We

have received so much positive feedback about our breakfast deliveries, and I am just pleased to know that maybe the reason a key worker is smiling is because of our team – It is an incredibly rewarding feeling and the whole reason we started our breakfast initiative!’.

Coppice Lodge, operated

by Ideal Carehomes, is a residential and dementia care home boasting a hair salon, cinema room and spacious lounges overlooking landscaped sensory gardens. All 64 bedrooms are en-suite, enabling staff to deliver person-centred care in a dignified manner, promoting independence as far as possible. For more information about Coppice Lodge, contact Home Manager Alex on 0115 920 5906 or click https://www. idealcarehomes.co.uk/.

Coppice Lodge carers delivered a surprise breakfast treat to the palliative care team at Hayward House in Nottingham.

Nottingham City Council Launches New Recycling Points For Small Electrical Items And Tetrapak Cartons Small electrical items and Tetrapaks can now be deposited for recycling at a leisure centre and the City Council’s HQ, thanks to a council pilot scheme.

Clifton Leisure Centre and Loxley House in the city centre are two of the first designated drop-off points taking part in the scheme, with other locations including more leisure centres and community centres to be added.

The move aims to help increase recycling of unwanted small electrical items such as mobile phones, chargers, electronic toys, hairdryers and smaller kitchen appliances such as toasters or electric scales that are small enough to fit into a carrier bag.

It will also allow Tetrapak cartons – widely used for items such as long-life milk, juice and Pringles – to be deposited provided they are clean, dry and empty.

While recyclable, Tetrapaks are often not collected

during residential kerbside recycling collections due to the material being difficult to process and separate at local recycling facilities.

City Council Deputy Leader and Portfolio Holder for Energy, Environment and Waste Services, Cllr Sally Longford, said: “These new recycling points across the city will make it easier for residents to recycle unwanted electrical items and Tetrapak cartons.

“Residents should use

these banks to save space in their general waste bins and avoid contaminating their recycling bins. With recycling week coming up, we are trying to encourage more recycling of a wider range of products that cannot be put in your household recycling bins.”

You can find your local recycling drop off point for small electrical items and Tetrapak cartons at www. nottinghamcity.gov.uk/ smallitemrecycling

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New Milestone Reached At Multi-Million Pound Arnold Market Development

Works on the steel frame of the new building at the market have been completed ready for the next stage.

A “topping out” ceremony took place at Arnold Market Place on Tuesday 17 August, an occasion which traditionally takes place to mark the last steel beam of a new structure being installed. For the first time, the complete structure of the building will be visible, giving an idea of the scale and what the building will look like as it moves on to the next phase of construction, which includes brickwork, stairs, floors, windows and the installation of the building’s roof.

The event will include a

tour of the site and speeches from representatives from Gedling Borough Council and the sites Developers, G F Tomlinson.

The Mayor of Gedling, Councillor Meredith Lawrence, Portfolio Holder for Growth and Regeneration, Councillor Jenny Hollingsworth, and funding representatives will also be attending. Gedling Borough Council acquired the market site in summer 2018 and have continued with the development throughout the pandemic, ensuring the regeneration of the town centre continued.

The existing market has moved temporarily to nearby Eagle Square, Arnold, so

that traders can continue to operate whilst the works are carried out.

The new two-story landmark building, located between the existing Methodist Church and King George V Park, will frame the new market place as well as create a new eastern gateway into Arnold Town Centre.

A new public space will be created in front of the building as a central focal point for the market and the building will provide seven small outlets for local independent businesses with an additional space above, which could be used for a variety of commercial options.

The original purchase was

funded by a successful bid of £1.25m from the D2N2 Local Enterprise Partnership’s Local Growth Fund and the construction project has been funded by the council’s capital programme budget The building is on schedule and due to be completed by spring 2022.

Councillor Jenny Hollingsworth, Portfolio Holder for Growth and Regeneration said; “It’s so exciting to see the site taking shape, it’s really starting to come together.

Until now most the works have been on the grounds preparing the site, but now the structure is up you can really see

Rushcliffe Country Park Users Asked To Inform How And When They Visit Rushcliffe Country Park users are being asked to give their views in a bitesize survey, designed to help shape the park’s features and gauge further how they travel to and when they use the site. The short survey, which can be completed online until September 30 https://www.surveymonkey. co.uk/r/RushcliffeCP2021, will help identify more how visitors use the park.

It will also assist Rushcliffe Borough Council’s continued application for annual Green Flag accreditation for the site that regularly requests views and feedback from park users.

Surveys are also available to pick up and complete in person at the park’s office,

during opening hours from 8am to 4pm each day.

Responses could also help develop subsequent new visitor attractions, features and car parking to inform a wider consultation next year.

Whether visitors use the park more than once a week or just once a year, all views are being sought to help shape wider assessments and ongoing improvements in future years. Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Deputy Chief Executive and Director for Neighbourhoods Dave Banks said: “If you use the Country Park please inform us of more details in this short survey that takes no longer than five minutes to complete. “We’re always looking at ways we can

improve this much-loved park and receiving customer feedback plays a vital role in helping new and existing generations enjoy it even more.

“It will help inform a wider consultation next year that may suggest possible new features and ways to improve car parking, for example. “Information on when and how you travel to the site and what you do when you arrive here will be greatly received. Thank you in advance if you take the time to help us shape our ideas going forward for an even better park.” The news follows decommissioning of the Park’s wind turbines last month so alternative renewable energy technology can be used for the site’s power. The park’s education centre and separate toilet block and tool store will also soon undergo a wider refurbishment to make use of its green spaces including installation of solar panels to generate

over 80% of the energy requirements of the site. This is due to start later this year and will include enhanced toilet facilities and a takeaway café.

the size of the project. The developers, G F Tomlinson, are doing an incredible job and I can’t wait to see the next stage of the project.”

“The development will bring so much to the area, it’s already created a number of jobs through the construction and the new outlets right at the heart of the market will be a draw for local business.

A priority for the council is to create thriving and vibrant town centres and this development really does lay the foundations for some exciting opportunities for the town centre and beyond.”

Craig Stopper, framework construction manager at G F

Tomlinson, said; “We’re very pleased works are taking shape on site as the steel frame is now complete. This has revealed the scale of the landmark building allowing residents to envisage how the finished building will enhance the town centre and create a new market place and public space for the local community in Arnold.”

“We look forward to progressing with works at the new Arnold Market Place site, which will create opportunities for local businesses as well as a vibrant public place for people to enjoy.”

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Nottingham from the Air

This month’s aerial photo shows the Victoria Shopping Centre which was constructed between 1967 and 1972 on the site of the former Victoria Railway Station. The photo was taken by Robin Macey who is a member of Nottingham & Derby Hot Air Balloon Club. The club is currently looking to expand.

Members take turns being on the chase crew as well as flying in the basket. For further details about how to get involved phone 0115-8541028 or visit www.facebook.com/ndhabc.

Photo by Robin Macey

Teenager Arrested In Connection With Knife-Point Robberies Nottinghamshire Police’s determination to keep people safe was shown after officers swiftly arrested a suspect in connection with two knifepoint robberies.

Two youths brandishing knives approached a man as he was walking with friends along Mount Hooton, towards Hyson Green. They demanded his phone and wallet while waving the knives at him.

The incident happened at around 2.15am on Wednesday (8 September 2021).

The victim, who wasn’t hurt, ran off before calling police who quickly arrived. A short time later a suspect matching a description of one of the offenders was stopped and arrested.

The same suspect is also being questioned in connection with another reported robbery which happened in Leslie Road, Hyson Green, at around 10pm on Tuesday (7 September).

The victim was approached by a man who told him to hand over his phone. During the incident the offender made threats with a knife before the victim managed to run off.

A 16-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of robbery in connection with the two incidents.

Detective Sergeant Nigel Malik said: “Nottinghamshire Police takes all reports of kniferelated and robbery offences extremely seriously and continues to work tirelessly to prevent knife crime and protect the public.

“Knife crime reduced by 15 per cent in the last financial year and the force remains committed to continuing to driving down offences, removing weapons from our streets and taking robust action against those suspected to be involved in these type of crimes.

“Our lines of enquiry into these incidents are ongoing and we are working very

hard to trace a second suspect in connection with the incident which happened during the early hours of Wednesday.

“To help us with our investigation we are urging anyone who may have recorded CCTV or dash-cam footage in the area around the time to please get in contact with us.

“Visible police patrols have also been increased in the area to provide reassurance as we continue to make progress in our enquiries.”

Anyone with any information is urged to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 55 of 8 September 2021, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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Cool Donation....

The Nottingham Pet Crematorium were delighted to present Ward D58 at The Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham with a new water cooler recently.

Healthcare assistant Erica Stanley, who received the cooler on behalf of the hospital, said: “This is an amazing gesture from the owners of Nottingham Pet

Crematorium. We would like to thank them very much.

We need every donation possible, even more so during this covid pandemic.

Every donation helps in such a big way. The Nottingham Pet Crematorium have been wonderful supporters over the years.”

Rita and John HarburyCarlisle, owners of the West Bridgford based Nottingham Pet Crematorium, have previously donated several fans, a coffee machine, toiletries and even clothes in pre-covid time.

The new water cooler will be available for both staff and patients on the ward.

Rita said: “We knew they were desperate for help and we are always delighted to assist the Queens Medical Centre.

The recent spell of hot weather did not help. We like to do what we can to make peoples stay in hospital as comfortable as possible.”

The Nottingham Pet Crematorium is a family partnership run by Yorkie

breeder Rita HarburyCarlisle and her husband John. The couple are pet lovers who once ran the Antara Luxurious Dog Hotel. They now concentrate on their 25-yearold Cremation service, complete with chapels of rest and farewell rooms.

The Nottingham Pet

Crematorium is the only service of this kind in the East Midlands that has been Independently Inspected & Approved by the Association of Pet Cemeteries and Crematoria.

The couple provide a respectful service as an alternative to leaving your pet with the vet for disposal.

Rita and John will listen to your wishes, explain the many alternatives available and offer friendly advice.

The beautiful surroundings at Nottingham Pet Crematorium are available along with a collection service which includes the option to use their wonderful traditional hearse.

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Local Plan reaches Final Consultation Stage Bassetlaw District Council has launched the final stage of consultation on its Local Plan as it works towards gaining the Government’s approval in 2022. This final technical consultation stage seeks to test the ‘soundness’ and the legal aspects of the Bassetlaw Local Plan, and the Council is now asking key stakeholders to consider elements such as; if the Plan is the right overall strategy for the district; if it is consistent with national planning policy; in addition to the Council’s strategic objectives and locations for housing, regeneration and development. An extensive programme of public consultation over the last five years, including events in January and June 2021, in addition to public consultation periods in 2020, 2019 and 2016, have collected more than 2,000 responses which have influenced and shaped the latest version of the Bassetlaw Plan. This version, along with comments from stakeholders as part of this

final technical consultation, will then be collated, reviewed and submitted to the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government next year where the Council’s preferred Plan will be considered by an independent Inspector.

Cllr Jo White, Cabinet Member for Regeneration at Bassetlaw District Council, said: “The Council is required by Government to prepare a Local Plan for the Bassetlaw area and there is a timeline for this. Clear direction from Government also says that we must not delay the process, with likely repercussions if we do not meet deadlines. “This is one of the most important strategies that the Council produces; it influences many aspects of how the Bassetlaw area will change and grow in the years ahead – there will be new employment opportunities and new houses, but it will also seek to ensure that Bassetlaw remains the distinctive place that it is. “The process takes a number of stages.

So far, the Council has consulted with the public five times. Communities have told us they would like access to better paid jobs, good education and healthcare, quality housing, safe communities, good open spaces, an attractive natural environment and opportunities to enjoy the communities in which they live. “Preparing a local plan always involves difficult decisions – and the most contentious is usually around the scale and distribution of new growth. There is significant government pressure to build more houses and the Council is having to meet with those requirements, whilst ensuring the delivery of associated infrastructure and retaining the important character of our towns and rural settlements which residents, businesses and visitors very much value.

“We are now entering the next consultation period. The Council considers its Local Plan to be legally compliant and ‘sound’ and it is very important that we hear your

views on this key stage ahead of its submission to government where it will be independently examined.”

Should you wish to view the Publication Version of the Bassetlaw Local Plan, ahead of submitting comments, please visit our Bassetlaw Local Plan page.

A guide for submitting comments can also be found online.

You can view hard copies of the Bassetlaw Local Plan and any key supporting documents at local libraries and town halls across the district. You can also speak with one of the Council’s Planning Policy Team by calling 01909 533 533.

Please say ‘Local Plan’ when prompted. This final consultation stage will begin on Thursday 2 September and will last for seven weeks, closing on Thursday 21 October 2021.

The Bassetlaw Local Plan includes priorities such as: • A mix of sites for at least 10,049 homes to be built in Bassetlaw by 2037 • The allocation of land

dedicated for future employment, which will help to create 9,735 new jobs and training opportunities for local residents • Supporting infrastructure that will bring road improvements, enhanced bus services, new cycle and walking paths, new open space and improved doctor’s surgeries and new schools • The creation of a new Garden Village • Two of the new developments in Worksop and Retford will encourage

residents to lead healthy, active lifestyles through the creation of walking and cycle routes and open spaces • Initiatives that protect town centres and help them adapt to peoples’ changing behaviour and the effects of the Covid:19 pandemic • Help to manage the effects of climate change and enable the creation of green energy and low carbon technology sectors at the High Marnham Energy Hub

Appeal After Woman Assaulted In Broad Daylight Police are appealing for information after a woman was assaulted as she made her way through a busy town centre.

Officers are appealing for potential witnesses to come forward after the woman was targeted on 2 September, between 3pm and 3.30pm whilst out walking in Retford town centre with a friend.

The victim, aged 39, was reportedly followed from Churchgate through Cannon Square, Market Square, down

Grove Street before making her way to the junction of Arlington Way. She was then assaulted and sustained cuts to her hands.

Police are now appealing for witnesses to come forward with any information they may have surrounding the incident.

Police Constable Adam Turner, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This was an unprovoked assault on a woman who was walking through the town centre.

“As this incident happened during the day and in a town centre during school pick-up time we are now reaching out to anyone who may have witnessed this incident.

“If anyone did see anything suspicious or witness the incident itself we’d like to hear from you as soon as possible.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting incident 421 of 2 September 2021

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Outdoor Cinemas Return To Ashfield

Ashfield District Council are pleased to be bringing Hollywood back to Ashfield with four free outdoor cinema screenings over the next two weekends.

The popular events are back following the success of the first outdoor cinemas in 2019.

This year the screenings will take place across the first two weekends in September in Kirkby, Hucknall, Selston

and Sutton. Each location will be showing two blockbuster films as voted for by residents; a family friendly film from 2.30pm and an evening showing from 6.30pm.

The cinema events are on: Saturday 4th September – Kirkby Plaza, showing Trolls: World Tour and Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again!

Sunday 5th September – Titchfield Park, Hucknall, showing Raya & The Last Dragon and Rocketman Saturday 11th September – Selston Country Park showing Tom & Jerry: The Movie and Grease Sunday 12th September – Sutton Lawn, showing The Lion King and Bohemian Rhapsody Cllr Jason Zadrozny, Leader

Man Arrested Following Attempted Burglary

A man has been arrested after a woman returned home from a night shift to find her conservatory window had been left ajar.

Officers from Nottinghamshire Police attended the house in Beech Avenue, Newark, shortly after 8.20am on 6 September.

The window was wide open and a key had been moved from inside. Nothing had been taken and it is not believed the offender had gone into the main house. A 32-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of burglary in

the early hours of Friday morning (10 September) following police enquiries.

Detective Sergeant Andy Hall said: "Reports of burglary will always be dealt with thoroughly and treated seriously. Officers have remained committed to this investigation and as a result we have now arrested a man as part of their enquiries.

“Burglaries can hugely impact on victims. Not only are they left without certain items, which can be physically or sentimentally valuable, but it is also a

complete breach of privacy in the place that most people consider their safe space.

"We encourage people to ensure their homes are left secure and for neighbours and other residents to report any suspicious activity to us as soon as possible."

People with information can call Nottinghamshire Police on 101 or alternatively Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

For home security advice, please click here: https:// www.nottinghamshire.police. uk/document/advice-home

of Ashfield District Council, said “The outdoor cinema screening events will be a real celebration for Ashfield, a chance for us all to come together and enjoy time with friends and family. We know how much residents loved the outdoor cinema events when we first introduced them in 2019, and if it wasn’t for the pandemic, we would have held them again last year.

“These screenings will be better than ever with two film options to suit everyone’s tastes. We have invested over £2million into our parks and green spaces over the past two years so these events are the perfect chance to show them off.”

Cllr Arnie Hankin, Ward Councillor for Selston, commented “We are so pleased that Selston Country

Park is able to host an outdoor cinema screen this year, as we have big plans to improve the park and café.

We are holding a public consultation event at the Selston screening and we would love residents to give their opinions on the plans for Selston Country Park, before or after they enjoy the films”.

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Winner UK Bespoke Jeweller Of The Year 2021 Here at McCullochs,’ we aim to showcase our intricate bespoke products that are designed and created within the store by our talented fifth-generation jeweller Has de Silva. As well as offering a service where we can restore unique vintage pieces which hold a lot of sentimental value within our customers’ hearts, in addition to the comfort that the repairs are continuously carried out within our inhouse workshop. Within the store we also offer a wide variety of jewellery – something for everyone, at exceptional prices. Another service we also offer here at McCullochs’ include remodelling, upcycling, and creating a whole new purpose for any old and sentimental jewellery to create one-of-a-kind pieces.

We can reuse materials, reset a gemstone, or use the essence of the original pieces as inspiration for something new.

For over five decades, previous owners made McCulloch’s known but did not endeavor to meet

the needs of a forever changing society in an evolving world, especially the importance of having an online presence. Within the next chapter of Mcculloch's we will continue to provide the absolute best customer service and strive to become the best Independent Jeweller within Nottinghamshire. Due to our

recent success of being the finalists for two categories at the UK Jewellery Awards, we now have a passion to continue to strive and compete with the best of the best.

An intense passion for gemstones and jewellery making has been the driving force in Has de Silva’s life since he was a child, where

he frequently visited his Father’s gem mines in Sri Lanka which is where it all began. Has de Silva began training in his passion at the University of Kent in Canterbury where he gained a (BA) in Jewellery Design and Manufacturing.

Previously, Has de Silva comes with excellent credentials having worked in

several prestigious jewellers including Mayfair, London, and Winchester before taking on McCullochs here in Beeston, Nottinghamshire.

“I wish McCullochs to be exceptional in every viable way... we are passionate about creating unique, beautiful pieces – we strive to be two jewellers that stand out in everything we do, from the moment we even source a stone, and begin the designing process to revealing the final piece to the customer.”

We remain a fiercely independent family-run business built upon our daily ethos created with integrity, trust, and inclusion – from the moment a customer walks into our shop floor, they become a part of our McCulloch family.

We are extremely honoured

and grateful to be recognised in our industry nationally as the Bespoke Jeweller of the Year award 2021, this would not have been possible without our committed and hard-working team as well as the continuous support from our customers. We also gained an almost perfect 98 percent mystery shop score, an independent industry specialist judging panel has overwhelmingly agreed that we at McCulloch jewellers offer a “truly personal bespoke service.”

Our business is now beginning to be recognised for our bespoke jewellery service, we are passionate to continue our journey and strive for excellence with more dedication than ever before.

Detectives Release Image After Service Station Robbery Detectives have released an image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with a robbery at a service station.

It was reported a man walked up to the counter of the Total Service Station in Nottingham Road, Selston, and intimidated a staff member into giving him money.

No-one was hurt during the incident.

The suspect is described as white, around 30-years-old, 5ft 8ins tall and of skinny build.

The robbery happened at around 8.45pm on 22 August.

Detective Sergeant David Prest, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This incident has left the victim incredibly shaken and we are currently pursuing a number of lines of enquiry to find the person responsible for this distressing crime.

“The force will always investigate reports of robbery and these are treated very seriously.

We continue to strive to put suspects before the courts and seek justice for victims.

“As part of our ongoing enquiries we would like to hear from anyone who recognises the man pictured as we believe he may be able to help us with our investigation into this matter.”

Anyone with information or who recognises the man pictured is urged to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 748 of 22 August 2021.

Alternatively people can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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Hope Valley Explorer Seasonal Bus Returns To Peak District For 2021 More summer capacity on tourism bus route as staycations lead the way The Hope Valley Explorer summer bus service will return to the Peak District from Saturday 24 July.

Following a successful pilot season in 2019, the service was paused during the Covid-19 restrictions of 2020 but will now operate from 24 July to 30 October this year.

The Peak District National Park has again partnered

with regional operators Stagecoach to offer the service across weekends and bank holidays throughout the summer, with onward links via bus and train to Sheffield, Manchester and Chesterfield.

Although the route will no longer take in Edale, larger capacity buses will be in use to allow more visitors to benefit from the service and provide traveller confidence following the impacts of Covid-19.

In line with government guidance, Stagecoach and the National Park Authority are encouraging people to continue wearing face coverings when using the service.

For the first time, space for two bikes will also be available on the service - via racks - on a first-come, firstserved basis.

Stagecoach and the Peak District National Park have also confirmed that ticket prices have been frozen at 2019 rates starting at £4 for a single journey and including £6 return and a £12 family ticket.

Some additional Stagecoach passes also apply.

The Hope Valley Explorer aims to reduce the number of car journeys within the National Park during its busiest season and the school summer and autumn holidays.

As well as a flexible

hop-on, hop-off service, the Explorer continues to feature an audio commentary of the rich natural and cultural history of the area; from its extensive cave network and wildlife, to the Dambusters of the Derwent Valley.

The route will include key stops at Castleton, Hope and Fairholmes visitor centre in the Derwent Valley. Iconic locations like Winnats Pass, Mam Tor and the Great Ridge will all be available to enjoy from the route.

The initial three-year, seasonal pilot scheme (now extended to 2022) funded by the National Park Authority - will assess the viability of running similar services long-term, to help ease pressure from private vehicles in the National Park and support linked sustainable transport by the use of rail services.

Andrew McCloy, chair of the Peak District National Park Authority, said: “We’re delighted to be bringing back the Hope Valley Explorer with our partner operators Stagecoach this

summer, especially as so many people may be looking closer to home for days out and a holiday break.

“That’s why we’ve worked to provide increased capacity across the service in 2021, which we’re pleased will run through until the October half term. “With onward bus links and the chance to join via train from Sheffield and Manchester along the route, the Explorer is a great car-free choice to discover a wonderful corner of the Peak

District this year.

“Our continuing aim is to support a reduction in private car journeys in these areas and help promote more sustainable ways of getting to, and enjoying, the UK’s first ever National Park.”

Further information is available at www. peakdistrict.gov.uk/ hopevalleyexplorer or by post by calling Peak District National Park customer services team on 01629 816200.

We Back Electric Bike Scheme Rural Action Derbyshire is based in Matlock and for 15 years has been running a scheme called Wheels to Work. The scheme provides transport solutions for people who struggle to get to work or training because of a lack of suitable public or private transport.

This problem can be particularly acute in isolated rural communities.

Wheels to Work already offers moped loans, reconditioned bicycles, and help towards transport costs in some circumstances.

The addition of six electric bikes will be welcomed by users needing to travel greater distances and in hilly terrain.

We have contributed

Laura Mitchell and Cllr Athwal

£52,500 to help fund Wheels to Work this year and some of the money will be used to pay for this initial e-bike pilot. Laura Mitchell, Wheels to Work Project Manager said: “There are many well-known benefits to e-bikes, from environmental to health, but for us, it is the opportunity to offer an affordable transport solution to people in rural Derbyshire.” Derbyshire

County Council Cabinet Member for Highways Assets and Transport, Kewal Singh Athwal said: “The introduction of electric bicycles to the Wheels to Work fleet is an excellent addition to their current offer. As well as improving transport options for people in Derbyshire it also helps Derbyshire County Council meet its environmental commitment to cut carbon

emissions and encourage the use of more sustainable modes of transport.”

There are a limited number of electric bicycles available now on a first-come firstserved basis. There is a small loan charge of £30 a week (£25 for students) and the scheme is open to anyone who is struggling with access to education, training, or employment in Derbyshire.

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Yorkshire Air Museum

The Yorkshire Air Museum has burst back to life celebrating the wonder of Aviation, which we proudly proclaim as Yorkshire’s greatest invention! Did you know that the aeroplane was first invented in our own county?

Museum Director Barbara George explains: “Scarborough born nobleman George Cayley was so inspired by the passenger carrying hot air balloons of the Mongolfier brothers in France that he

defined the principles for a ‘flying machine’ in 1799, designing the very first outline of a ‘conventional’ aeroplane with fixed wings, a ‘fuselage’ and using the acts of propulsion and lift as individual functions to make it fly.”

This ultimately led to the creation of his full-size glider which, in 1853, made the first man-carrying flight at his family home at Brompton by Sawdon.

The Museum is proud to display the unique replica

of this amazing craft which now takes take centre place in our huge hangar, strikingly mounted on a plinth, along with other iconic Yorkshire designed aircraft, such as the Blackburn Buccaneer, the last of a long line of aircraft from the company founded

by Leeds born Robert Blackburn, and, of course, own unique WWII Halifax Mk. III bomber, “Friday the 13th”.

This is so named after the most successful Halifax,

flying from its Yorkshire base at RAF Lissett near Bridlington.

We know you will be inspired after visiting our wonderful museum, based on an original WWII Bomber Command base, with all the history and heritage of the period.

Enjoy discovering our amazing aircraft collection amongst our extensive, spacious grounds and take a stroll around our woodland nature area. Discover a tranquil, fragrant spot in our ‘Jardin des Papillons’ or Memorial Rose Gardens and enjoy a family picnic on our lawns.

Open Daily 10:00am to 17:00pm. (Winter

10:00am – 16:00pm) Admission: £12 Adults, £5 Child (4-17). Family £30

(2A + up to 3 Children.)

Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Award.

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Dare To Enter The Kingdom Of The Dinosaurs Dino Kingdom, Nottinghamshire

Come and experience our new exhibitions!

Beautiful grounds to explore Open Fridays and Saturdays, 11am - 3pm No booking required Adults £6 Children under 14 FREE museumoftimekeeping.org.uk info@museumoftimekeeping.org.uk 01636 817607 @timekeepingmus

Upton Hall, Main Street, Upton, Nottinghamshire, NG23 5TE

A rare chance to walk among the dinosaurs on a Jurassic journey of discovery in a brand new immersive outdoor experience is coming to Nottinghamshire.

Dino Kingdom takes over Thoresby Park for two weeks this autumn with 100 prehistoric beasts set to be unleashed to roam across the plains and

woodlands of the beautiful historic landscape.

The epic adventure will bring ancient history back to life with jaw-droppingly realistic dinosaurs including the gigantic T-rex, King of the Jurassic era, and all kinds of other animatronic creatures that can move and roar!

Coming from the creators of the award-winning Lightopia Festival, this will be a chance to journey back millions of years to the time when these majestic beasts reigned over the land and see them as they would have lived in a natural outdoor habitat.

Technology will bring the prehistoric world to life with loads of innovative features packed into the state of the art experience from 3D anatomy mapping to a nerve jangling encounter with holographic dinosaurs hiding amongst the ancient woodlands.

Offering a perfect blend of education and entertainment, Dino Kingdom visitors will discover all kinds of things about these amazing creatures inside and out as they are brought to life in a completely new and exciting way. A Dino Kingdom app has been created for the Jurassic journey with loads of content to give a unique

15-31 October 2021

insight into how dinosaurs lived, millions of years ago.

As well as the natural outdoor setting, there will be indoor activities including lots of fun interactive features from designing a dinosaur to see it come to life in a virtual kingdom or feeding the hungry beasts in a Dino Keeper VR experience.

An excavation sand pit for budding paleontologists, dinosaur eggs, fossils, smouldering volcanoes, a giant dinosaur skeleton head and a walk-through fossil tunnel as well as fairground rides for all ages and plenty of family friendly food and drink look set to make this an unforgettable experience.

With more than two thirds of the tickets for the inaugural Dino Kingdom opening in Manchester already sold three weeks ahead of the opening date, organisers are confident the event will be welcomed by dinosaur fans of all ages when it arrives in Nottingham.

Dino Kingdom creator Ian Xiang said: “We can’t wait to bring our Dino Kingdom to Nottinghamshire as we know how much families and friends will appreciate the chance to enjoy a safe outdoor experience together that will capture the imagination of all ages.

Forget the dusty museums of old, this is a totally new way of getting up close and personal to these fantastic beasts that will last long in the memory.”

A sign up page offering access to early birds tickets is now live . Sign up here www.dinokingdom.com to secure a 20 percent discount on tickets, and to keep with all the latest updates.

Dino Kingdom Thoresby is coming for two weeks only from 15 to 31 October 2021 with pre-booked timed slots available every day.

Advance tickets are priced at £15 for adults, £13 for children (under 3s are free) and £54 for a family ticket.

Join the Jurassic journey here: www.dinokingdom.com Facebook www.facebook.com/ dinokingdomuk Instagram www.instagram.com/ dinokingdomuk

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The Autumn weather has definitely got off to a mixed start, is there a good mix of things to do in and around Nottingham to match? Read on to find out…

Firstly, Heritage Open Days return (10-19 Sept) England's largest festival of history and culture. Every year in September places across the country throw open their doors to celebrate their heritage, community and history. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE. The Nottingham Green Festival will be held (Sun 12 Sept) at The Arboretum. You can enjoy free live music, outdoor entertainment and activities plus community stalls with refreshments, ethical products and energysaving technologies.

Roll up, roll up because the circus is in town as Gandeys returns with a sensational new production for 2021!

(10 - 13 Sept) You can catch the premiere of “The Double Acrobatic Swing” which promises to be an act that will truly have you on the edge of your own seat.

You can also enjoy non-stop events and activities, as The Festival of the Horse offers a fantastic experience for the whole family at Belvoir Castle (11 - 12 Sep) Get ready for the 2021 Nottingham Mini Mela! (1012 Sept) Enjoy a weekend full of free activities, music, dance, poetry, family friendly events, storytelling, workshops, art, giant puppets and more at The

New Art Exchange Nottingham Pride takes place (Sat 11 Sep) With a colourful parade, live music, inspiring speeches and performances; come along and celebrate as Nottingham's streets come to life with a rainbow of colour, vibrant music and dancing.

Bands in the Park Arboretum take place during September (19, 26) The Arboretum is Nottingham's oldest public park and the closest park to the city centre.

There are also Bands in the Park concerts at Victoria Embankment Stagger around the Nottingham Ale Trail.

With over 40 breweries in Nottinghamshire and nearly 50 pubs serving cask ale in the city centre, the event remains central to Nottingham’s pub scene with a month-long celebration of local pubs, breweries and cask ale. (3 Sept - 3 Oct) Thoresby Park Craft and Artisan Food Market returns (3 Oct), offering a range of

stalls from homemade dog treats and homemade bee products to gin, chutneys, jewellery and much more.

If you’ve missed live music, look no further than the Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall. Put on your red shoes and dance to the Bowie Experience (10 Sept), Boyzone and Westlife unite for an evening of classic hits (12 Sep) and of course, we’ve missed our musicals!

Nominated for 5 Olivier Awards including Best New Musical, the sell-out London smash hit SIX visits the Theatre Royal (7-12 Sept).

From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII finally take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st-century girl power.

Willy Russell’s legendary Blood Brothers is also back telling the captivating tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only

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to meet again with fateful consequences (14-18 Sept).

Enter a world of magic and fantasy as Disney’s classic movie Bedknobs and Broomsticks makes its world premiere as an exciting new stage musical Star Wars fans should head to Nottingham Playhouse for It’s A Trap - The Improvised Star Wars Show. The show explores untold stories of the Star Wars universe. A handful of audience suggestions creates a unique episode before your eyes – complementing and breaking the canon in unexpected and ingenious ways! “May the Forst of October be with you!” (1 Oct) (6-10 Oct). Down the road at the Motorpoint Arena, The Dreamboys promise a raunchy night out (10 Sept), The Specials hit the

road again (17 Sept). ‘The One More Haim Tour’ will see the band performing their biggest UK shows to date. A welcome return for the Californian sisters (24 Sept).

If it’s comedy you’re after, The Canalhouse Comedy Night is back featuring a mixture of new acts and established acts trying new

material (8/22 Sep) Unless stated, always assume there is a charge for the event. I would still recommend you ring ahead or check online before making any journeys, and adhere to and respect any social distancing measures that remain in place.

All details are correct at the time of going to press.

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Maternity Services In The Spotlight At Health Scrutiny Committee Dr Keith Girling (Medical Director), Carol Drummond (Interim Director of Midwifery) and Michelle Rhodes (Chief Nurse) at Nottingham University Hospitals Trust gave a

progress report on their maternity services to the County Council’s Health Scrutiny Committee today.

In October 2020, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) undertook a review

of maternity services at Nottingham University Hospital (NUH) and in December 2020 published their report in which they re-rated NUH from ‘Requires Improvement’ to

‘Inadequate’ – along with regulatory notices requiring the Trust to take immediate actions to make the service safe for mothers and babies.

This topic was last on the agenda of the Health Scrutiny Committee on 9 March 2021 when Members heard that the Trust accepted there was evidence of longstanding concerns about maternity services and it had taken a range of actions to improve oversight of maternity services even before the ‘Inadequate’ rating had been issued, given the Prevention of Further Deaths Report issued in September 2020. In addition, the Trust’s Improvement Plan has the ambition to move to a ‘Good’ rating by the end of 2021.

Dr Girling, Carol Drummond and Michelle Rhodes attended today to update the committee on their action plan, which included a range of measures such as: • recruitment of additional midwives including a substantive Director of Midwifery due to start in post on the 21st June • daily escalation meetings to ensure staffing safe for the women needing care • additional training on fetal heart rate monitoring (approx. 500 staff) progressing well with expected completion by end of May • purchase of 51 new fetal

heart rate monitors, which are being rolled out into clinical areas as they are configured and training is complete.

• new IT devices being deployed across the service with improvement in community WiFi, to be supported by newly appointed digital midwives.

Councillor Sue Saddington, Chair of Health Scrutiny Committee, said: “I am grateful to the representatives from NUH for coming to update us today, but what I’ve heard and read does give me some cause for concern. I feel that the report we have seen today is not detailed enough and I would like to see much more at our meeting in October, such as the level of training the new midwives have, what type of incidents have taken place, details about after care. We need to make sure that ladies and their babies are safe.”

Dr Keith Girling, Medical Director at NUH, said: “This is all about women and all about babies and making this service right for them. I’m pleased to report we have made a number of appointments into midwifery – 39 since September last year. We are still working with other local providers at recruitment opportunities to fill the remaining gaps.

We have been working to hear the voices of women throughout this

process and have much better links with mothers about their experiences.

“We have had some progress since our last time in March; the CQC revisited us a few weeks ago and have removed the section 29 improvement notice on the basis of the improvements they have seen. We’re very mindful that there’s still much that needs to be done and that this is not something that’s going to be quick to fix. We are now looking at a transformational programme to create a culture that is safe for women, safe for babies and safe for staff.”

NUH will report back to Health Scrutiny Committee in October (date to be confirmed). In the meantime, NUH representatives have invited Committee members to visit maternity units at their Queen’s Medical Centre and City Hospital Campuses.

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Dining Out: The Maharaja’s Retreat

Nottingham is classed as a ‘must visit’ city – not just by UK residents, but by many travellers, from worldwide origins, too.

Numerous shops (including designer fashions), independents and high street names, are located in Nottingham. World-class entertainment and venues, including the National Ice Centre, Motorpoint Arena Nottingham, attract many visitors. The Old Market Square has events and various markets throughout the year, being transformed at Christmas time, with its own ice rink adding to the splendour. With the Castle, Robin Hood, Caves, River Trent, Sports, plus inns, taverns, eateries and restaurants, there is

something for everyone, all year through.

I had a particular recommendation for finedining at The Maharaja’s Retreat. Close to the Castle, Old Market Square and the Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall, it is ideal for pre and post-theatre dining, also. Utilising the most

finest and freshest food and ingredients, The Maharaja’s Retreat is often booked well in advance.

Authentic Indian regional dishes include Chicken Tikka, Tandoori Lamb Cutlets, Punjabi Vegetable Samosa, Amritsari Masala Fish and more. I chose Tandoori Mango Prawns (King prawns in a marinade of fresh mango, Kashmiri chilli, ginger, garlic, fresh coriander). This proved to be an excellent start to the evening’s dining, with the taste buds duly recognising and appreciating the complementing flavours.

Timeless classics and favourite main courses include South Indian Seafood Biryani. I opted

for Chicken Tandoori (Fillet of chicken breast marinated over night with an eclectic mix of freshly pounded herbs and spices, hung yoghurt and cold press mustard oil. Served with fresh leaf salad and a side sauce). The flavours for this dish were outstanding.

Absolutely, ‘Compliments to Chef’.

Gulab Jamun with Pistachio and rose water kulfi delivered the ‘end of meal sensation’, perfectly.

The range of drinks has something for all palates – including Maharaja’s Lager (4.9ABV). Vegetarian and vegan dishes are available also, as are rice, breads and sundries, plus Chefs Specials, collections,

deliveries and gift vouchers.

The 20% ‘early bird’ dining discount is an added bonus.

Many thanks to Shindi and Savita for exemplary service throughout. Highly recommended.

The Maharaja’s Retreat, 28 Maid Marian Way, Nottingham, NG1 6GF Tel: 0115 958 0115 E-mail: info@maharajasretreat.co.uk www. maharajas-retreat.co.uk

Drinks Time: Gin O’Clock The South Ormsby Estate is located in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Classed as an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’, this region can justifiably boast history and tradition. The Estate spans some 3000 acres, with Jon and Jan Thornes being the current custodians.

Tristan Jorgensen is the Head Distiller at South Ormsby Estate. Tristan gained distillery experiences

in Scotland and is now utilising that knowledge and those experiences to great advantage, having created a multi award-winning brand for South Ormsby Estate’s own craft gins, with several of the botanicals used coming from the estate.

History dictates that Charles Burrell Massingberd (1749 – 1835) became the squire of South Ormsby Estate during 1802. I found Burrell’s Dry

Gin (43% vol) superb. This elegant, refined production is classic and fresh. Burrell’s Dry Gin has botanicals that include juniper, angelica root, coriander seeds, lemon peel, apple and almonds, plus some more, that make this gin the very worthy and excellent quality production that it is.

Fragrant, smooth and crisp is how I would describe this gin. The mouthfeel and

palate’s sensation enjoy the fruitiness. I found that with an added tonic, this production came into its own., having delights of citrusy overtones and really great for a G&T mix, garnishing with citrus fruits.

Marie Jeanne Rapigeon of Versailles (1764 - 1863) refurbished and transformed South Ormsby Estate, bringing further elegance and glamour. Marie Jeanne became the second wife of the squire and the gin created by Tristan Jorgensen pays a great tribute to this lady. Red fruit aromas and flavours are evident, in this splendid, pink gin (43% vol) production.

Also, fabulous for adding colour, to any occasion. The botanicals used for this gin include juniper, angelica root, coriander seeds, cassia bark, pink peppercorns, strawberries, raspberries and cranberries. Again, I

found this to be another extremely well-balanced production. Certainly, the bouquet is fruity and, with the palate following through, having further highlights of complexity and depth, this much appreciated and

respected delectation is a ‘pink gin’ lover’s delight.

South Ormsby Estate, South Ormsby, Lincolnshire LN11 8QS. Contact details, information and ordering: www.southormsbyestate. co.uk/gin

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5 Healthy Weight Loss Tips for 2021 Let’s face it: there is a huge amount of information online about how to shed the pounds and get in shape. Wading into this endless stream of advice can be both confusing and overwhelming. And, when you take into account the new fads that seemingly pop up every day, the situation only becomes more dire.

After all, who can keep up with all the raw food plans, prepackaged menus, and liquid cleanses that are constantly promoted in our social feeds?

The main problem with these very restrictive diets is that they only lead to short-term weight loss at best. That’s because most people cannot maintain them consistently and end up giving up after a couple of weeks. Losing 10 pounds a week on a fad diet may seem tempting, but it often results in unhealthy and

unsustainable weight loss.

The real secret to healthy and successful weight loss is to adopt a lifestyle that you can maintain for the long run. This involves changing your diet, following a regular workout schedule, and taking the right supplements for your body’s needs. With that in mind, here are 5 other tips to help you achieve your weight and fitness goals: • Eat Better at Breakfast While all meals are important, breakfast is the most crucial one of all.

That’s because it helps you start your days on the right track. A hearty, healthy breakfast will fill you up and give you optimal satisfaction for longer periods of time.

Your goal should be to eat between 400 to 500 calories at breakfast. Build a meal that includes lean proteins (nuts or eggs), fibers (fruits or vegetables), and whole

grains.

• Say Goodbye to Added Sugar The main reason for most lifestyle diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease is added sugars – especially from sugary beverages and soft drinks.

Processed foods in general contain a lot of added sugars and do not provide any of the nutrients your body needs to stay healthy.

Instead, jump on Nutribullet bandwagon and replace sugary drinks with healthier, green smoothie options.

For most people, the fastest way to lose excess weight is simply by cutting out foods that are high in added sugars from their diet. Keep in mind that many “organic” or “healthy” foods can also have very high sugar content, so reading labels should be a regular part of your shopping process.

• Start Lifting Weights

While changing your diet can help you lose a lot of weight fast, nothing beats keeping your body fit with regular exercise. Your best option is to visit the gym at least three or four times a week, doing some warm up, and lifting some weights.

This form of exercise is ideal because it helps you burn off a lot of calories. It also keeps your metabolism from slowing down – a typical side effect of weight loss. You can also speed this process up with a fat burning supplement such as the range available at www.myelitehealth.co.uk. If lifting weights isn’t your cup of tea, then look for workout plans such as the massively popular Joe Wicks workout to get you moving in the comfort of your own home.

• Cook More Did you know that research shows that cooking more meals at home can promote

healthy eating and weight loss? Eating out is fun, but it should not be your daily go-to. Instead, save the restaurants for special occasions and start eating more home-cooked meals.

This is a great way of sticking to your healthy diet plan and keeping your weight in check.

• Sleep at the Proper Time

It might sound funny, but sleep deprivation can cause you to pack on the pounds. In fact, research demonstrates that getting less than seven to eight hours of sleep every night can actually slow down your metabolism! So stick to a regular sleep schedule in the next year for a leaner, fitter you.

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Planning For Your Wedding Day 2022 As couples plan for their big day for 2020 now is the time to get into shape. and start organizing for what will be the best day of their lives.

For the bride, you can’t start earlier enough. You want to arrive at the alter looking vibrant with health and beauty, so what better

excuse do you need to invest a little bit of time, money and energy in getting you there? Whether it is planning a few pampering trips to some spas or joining a gym, not only can you trim your figure, you’ll do wonders for your complexion and overall energy levels.

Shopping for the wedding dress is probably the part of the wedding plans you are looking forward to more than any other aspect. The majority of bridal gowns bought in the UK are classed as ‘off the peg.’ You try on a sample of the gown in the shop; they take your

measurements and order the most appropriate size for you which is then delivered to the shop for alterations to fit your exact shape and size.

Don’t panic, there may be a huge amount to do but here is a handy checklist with some of the main points to take into consideration in the build up to the big day!

12 months before…

Choose a wedding date Decide on a budget Make a list of guests and decide on numbers Book your Church/ Ceremony location. Book your reception venue/ caterers. Choose your Bridesmaids, Ushers and Best Man. Start looking for The Dress!. Choose and book your photographer 8 months before…

Choose bridesmaids’ dresses Book entertainment Choose and order your wedding cake

Make an appointment with your chosen florist 6 months before...

Give Notice of Marriage Purchase or hire menswear Select your wedding rings 4 months before...

Send out your wedding invitations Arrange fittings for the wedding dress and menswear 1 month before...

Arrange a final fitting of your wedding dress your bridesmaids, ushers and best man.

Enjoy your hen and stag parties!

2 weeks before...

Confirm the date and time of the rehearsal to the relevant people 1 week before...

Arrange to collect your wedding dress, bridesmaids dresses and the menswear Have all your beauty treatments Drink plenty of water and have some early nights Relax and enjoy this time – all your hard work is about to come to completion!

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Next Step Of The D2N2 Local Cycling & Walking Infrastructure Plan Approved By Councillors Nottinghamshire residents will be able to have their say on proposals to improve walking and cycling infrastructure.

The intention to run a public consultation on the proposals was granted approval at Transport and Environment Committee.

Nottinghamshire County Council has been working with the three other D2N2 local highway authorities to develop a D2N2 area wide Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP).

The next stage of the LCWIP development is to undertake public consultation and the Council has secured funding from the Department for Transport’s (DfT) Capability Fund to undertake the consultation this year.

The County Council has also secured £50,000 from the DfT Capability Fund to start design work on the routes identified as priorities through the development of the LCWIP. This funding will help the county council to start to develop feasible and deliverable schemes along these priority routes in readiness should funding for their delivery become

available in the future.

Councillor Neil Clarke MBE, Chairman of the Transport and Environment Committee, said: “When the DfT suggested that local authorities should develop a local cycling and walking infrastructure plan, we decided to develop a D2N2 area wide plan in

partnership with the other highways authorities in D2N2 area to help ensure cross-boundary links and consistency of infrastructure in the immediate area around Nottinghamshire.

“Our collective strong commitment to improving cycling and walking infrastructure means that

we have been able to secure £10,000 from the DfT’s Capability Fund to undertake a public consultation on the plan and its priorities in Nottinghamshire.

“This will be an excellent opportunity for our communities to comment on the proposed walking and cycling networks

which we hope will make Nottinghamshire an even better place to live, work and bring up your family.

“We are keen to stress that the Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan will be a live document which will be reviewed regularly. This means that any scheme or route can be

evaluated and assessed for inclusion in the network.

“Bringing this plan to life to put cycling and walking at the heart of our communities remains a priority for us and we look forward to hearing the views of Nottinghamshire residents once the consultation goes live later this year.”

£100,000 Refurbishment Works At Killisick Park Start This Week The Killisick Recreational Ground in Arnold will be refurbished with new equipment, including 30m zip line, basket swing, roundabout and multi play unit, as well as accessible play equipment such as a wheelchair friendly roundabout, pod swing, play house and more.

Works at the park start on 6 September, and are expected to be completed by the end of October.

Improvements can be made thanks to funding from FCC Communities Foundation, a not-for-profit business that awards grants for community, conservation and heritage projects from funds donated by waste and resource management company FCC Environment through the Landfill Communities Fund. FCC

Communities Foundation will be providing a grant total of £100,000.

The funding bid was made jointly by Gedling Borough Council and The Friends of Killisick Park, a local residents’ community group who undertook community consultation and identified a strong community need for the project. Cheryl Raynor, FCC Communities Foundation grant manager for Nottinghamshire said; “It’s always nice to see something we have funded start to take shape. We’re delighted to be supporting such a worthwhile project and look forward to it benefitting children across Nottinghamshire.”

Councillor Henry Wheeler, Chair of the Killisick Localities Initiative said; “In September 2019, myself

and Councillor Marje Paling brought local residents together by holding an afternoon tea event to discuss how to get funding for new play equipment at Killisick Playground.

That initial meeting led to the formation of the Friends of Killisick group, and now two years on from that event, it’s fantastic to see that the hard work of Friends of Killisick has paid off and work will begin on Killisick Recreation Ground to replace the old play equipment. This will be fantastic for the health and wellbeing of children who I am sure will love the new play area.” Deputy Leader of Gedling Borough Council, Councillor Michael Payne Said; “I’m excited to see that works have started at the site, and cannot wait

for this new facility to open for our residents to enjoy. A key priority for the council is to enhance our parks and open spaces and provide an attractive environment that local people can enjoy, and

by working closely with local community groups and funding providers we’ve been able to achieve that here for the community in Killisick. I’d like to thank the Friends of Killisick

Park for working with us on the funding bid for this new play area and to FCC Communities for providing the funding for what is sure to be a fantastic addition for the borough.

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Long Awaited New School Hall At East Markham Primary School Pupils and teachers at East Markham Primary School are thrilled with the opening of their new school hall.

The expansion at the Grade II listed Victorian building has been the subject of a long campaign by Nottinghamshire County Council, the school being one of only a few in the area with no school hall.

Councillor Tracey Taylor, Chairman of the Children and Young People’s Committee, said that the “fantastic expansion had been a long time coming”.

Cllr Taylor added: “The school has campaigned over the years with great tenacity and with help from local councillor John Ogle”.

The building, as well as a new classroom and upgrade of the school’s dining facilities, was funded with £1.4m from the council’s basic need fund.

Headteacher Mrs Laura Duggin said the staff and pupils at the community

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by Nottinghamshire County Council, were “delighted with its new hall, classroom and kitchen and are looking forward to using these facilities for many events in the future”.

Mrs Duggin added: “It’s such an invaluable resource for us.

We’re growing in numbers as a school and we’re so excited for the benefits that the new hall will bring to our community.

“It means that children can have their lunch together, be taught top quality PE lessons in bad weather, perform

plays and concerts on the school premises and have an appropriate space to meet and hold celebrations, such as good work assemblies.

“We’re looking forward to the opportunities our new space allows us and are excited to use this moving forward”.

Freya (Year 4) and Dixie (Year 2) love their new school hall because they can now “eat lunch and talk to [their] friends”.

Seth (Year 1) and Billy (Reception) like its “big windows” and how they can now partake in “lots more activities”.

The construction was a joint venture formed by Nottinghamshire County Council and SCAPE which delivers design, construction, and asset management services to the council’s property portfolio.

Sara Williams, Head of PreConstruction said: “We are very proud to have designed and delivered the hall extension, classroom and

kitchen, providing an invaluable resource for the pupils and teachers at East Markham School.

“Building our experience in the heritage sector and working with Nottinghamshire County Council, G F Tomlinson and East Markham School, we’ve created a truly collaborative working partnership which has delivered a complex project on schedule.”

As a result of the new additional space, the school’s published admissions number (PAN) has risen from 20 to 30 pupils, which sees overall capacity rising from 150 to 210 from reception to year six (ages four to 11).

These additional places will help meet modern demographic needs of the Tuxford Primary Planning Area - comprising of East Markham, Dunham C of E and Tuxford primary schools. It has experienced significant growth in the past ten years due to housebuilding in the area and this trend is expected to continue.

The new school hall and improvements to kitchen facilities will see an increase in the number of children having school meals whilst at school.

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County Council Wins National Award For ‘Swift’ Introduction Of Apps Aimed At Vulnerable Young People Nottinghamshire County Council has won a national award for the way it has introduced a new range of apps, designed for and by young people who are supported by social workers.

The County Council scooped the ‘Swiftest Implementation’ Award at the national Mind of My Own awards. Judges praised the Council for getting the apps up and running quickly and for getting a high volume of use in a short space of time. Hundreds of children and young people receiving support from the Council’s Children’s Services team, including those who are looked after, have been benefitting from the app as an additional way to share their views, thoughts and feelings with their worker.

The apps, known as Mind of My Own, were co-designed by young people and available to safely download to a young person’s phone so in their own time and words they can tell their social worker – who are able to access the app - what support they need and the things that are important to them. The app has already been used almost 1,000 times in this way.

Cristal from Newark* is one of around 300 young people across the county who has been using the app since last summer. She is encouraging other looked after children and young

people to try the app. She said, “I recommend the Mind of My Own App for people who are like me, in care. “It helped me when I recently had a meeting and I could send a message to my social worker to help put my point of view across.

It’s very easy to use.” “Ask your social worker about how to access and download the app.” Councillor Philip Owen, Chairman of the County Council’s Children and Young People’s Committee said: “In these difficult times,

I’m delighted to hear that this innovative project has been recognised nationally and more importantly, is proving to be very helpful for young people like Cristal and is growing in popularity across the county, shown in the high number of times the app is being used. “This technology is helping our social workers get more insight into young people’s daily lives and emotional wellbeing. This will help us give them better care and support. “We will continue working with young people to develop and improve this range of apps” Social worker Natalie Bontoft is one of 650 workers across the county who are supporting children to use the apps. She commented “I have found this app really helpful, especially when working with two, quiet young children. Via the app, I had information to hand which provide me with a good conversation point and helped promote wider discussions with the children.” *Watch Cristal explain why she recommends the app https:// youtu.be/VqqHHnhLhWU

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Police Assist In Swan Rescue An injured swan has been reunited with its offspring after police worked with colleagues from Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service and the RSPCA to rescue it.

A member of the public had spotted that the bird had ingested a hook and fishing line in the River Trent, Newark, last Thursday and contacted the local neighbourhood team.

Officers attended along with colleagues from Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service and the RSPCA. Crews used a boat to get to the swan which was swimming out on the water with two other swans and four cygnets.

They captured the swan using a reach pole with a soft hook on. The RSPCA provided a net which was used to secure the rescue.

The hook and line was removed at the side of the river and the teams ensured the swan was safely returned to its bevy.

Charlotte Allardice, district commander for Newark and Sherwood, said: "Officers are sometimes asked to assist in incidents that are sometimes a little out of the ordinary in relation to police incidents but we will take action wherever we can.

"It's sad to hear that the swan was suffering after ingesting the hook and fishing line which we believe had been left behind by an angler which is really careless.

"We're asking fishing enthusiasts to please be mindful of this and to all members of the public to pick up their rubbish.

It can have devastating effects on the wildlife and environment."

Graham Chapman, crew manager at Newark fire station, said: “As a firefighter, we don’t just deal with fires, we attend a lot

of other incidents including many animal rescues.

“On behalf of White Watch at Newark fire station it was an absolute pleasure to assist with this rescue.

“Crews helped catch the mother swan, remove the hook from her beak and return her to her family.”

A spokesperson for the RSPCA said: “We are grateful to everyone who was involved in the rescue of this poor bird.

“Once the swan was rescued our officer was able to remove the hook and the line and return the bird back to

the wild. "We strongly urge those who enjoy fishing to be extra cautious to make sure nothing is left behind.

Most anglers are very responsible when disposing of their litter, but it only takes one piece of snagged line to be left in a tree or dropped near the water to endanger the life of an animal.

"We ask that all those who enjoy fishing to follow the Angling Trust Take 5 campaign and make use of the recycling scheme to dispose of their waste tackle.”

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Commercial Manager To Depart After Ten Years Paul Nyland is to leave his position as commercial manager following 10 years in the role, the club can confirm. Paul has been instrumental in reforming the club’s commercial department in the past decade and has achieved significant success as part of the Stags' business objectives. A well-known figure within the club and community of Mansfield, he will leave the club following our home match against Barrow on 02 October, with our gratitude and highest regard. Paul said: “The past ten years has been an experience I’ll never forget and to leave the club I have supported since a boy was not a decision I took lightly.

“I will miss the One Call

Stadium and in particular its staff, who work so hard for the success of the football club, day-in-day-out.

“They have become like a second family to me, in particular: Diane Ceney, Mark Stevenson, Laura Cooper, Ryan Johnson, Lynn Millward, Jessica Burt, Ollie Jankiewicz, Tobias Rowan, James Gilliatt, Mike and Scott Merriman as well as all the staff and everyone at Football in the Community.

A special mention must go to Chris Revill, our hospitality MC, who has helped create a special experience in the 1861 Suite on a home matchday.

“My gratitude of support is extended to the chairman, Carolyn, David Sharpe, Paul & Tina Broughton, Steve

Hymas and Mark Burton. “It was a great privilege to be offered the position a decade ago and I’m proud to have forged special links with a number of local and national businesses, sponsors and supporters. “Mansfield Town is a special club and as I now look to begin a new chapter in my professional career, I wish everyone associated with the Stags the very best of luck.”

The club places on record its appreciation for Paul’s endeavours and wishes him every success in his future career. The club is now advertising for a new commercial executive, details of which can be found here at https://www.mansfieldtown. net/news/2021/september/ vacancy-commercialexecutive/

Up And Running!

After months of waiting and an extended pre-season the team would finally get their chance to play competitive league football once again.

July and August were very busy months down at Stoke Lane with personnel changes and many fixtures in the build up for the new season. A whole crop of players came in to the club and still many players from the previous two seasons remained as we continued to build . A reserve team was also introduced to the fold to enhance the selection process for the future and former first team coach Paul Rockley has taken responsibility for this side.

The first fixture of the season was a trip down the road to Shepshed Dynamo and a team that had been elevated to the restructured pyramid this season after more than ten years away from this level of football.

‘The Millers’ would find that the opposition on this day were hungry and would give no inch on every blade of grass in a fixture that they were keen for the league to notice them.

A tight game throughout would see Carlton take the lead midway through the second half with a fine finish from Aaron Opoku. The lead would only last eight minutes as the tigerish like

Dynamo would equalise at the far post from a set piece.

The score line would remain until the end of the game as the fixture continued to be a real thunderous affair.

Three days later and the team would be at it again with our first home fixture in the form of Bedworth United. Again we would have to be patient and wait until well into the second half before again that man Opoku would open the scoring. This would be the only score in a very accomplished performance against a team that also never stopped working hard.

Four days on and with the fixtures coming thick and

fast we travelled north to Yorkshire and Maltby Main for an F.A.Cup tie. This one was also a tough ask on the day and the team found themselves not firing on all cylinders for the most. Both sides would hit the woodwork more times than the back of the net in a game that both felt they should have won. With the scores level at half-time ‘The Millers’ would set the ball rolling at the start of the new half when Tyler Blake with a reverse half volley surprised everyone in the ground to open the scoring.

Aaron Opoku would miss a penalty before ten minutes from time Whitfield for the

home side would score an unstoppable shot after some good solo work before.

Maltby would now find themselves at Stoke Lane for a replay three days later in another close encounter and would lose by a single goal after Nat Watson had put ‘The Millers’ ahead with an early finish.

A home tie next against Cambridge City and an unknown that last season were playing their football in the Isthmian League North.

This one was expected to be probably the toughest opposition so far that we had encountered ,but again the resilience of the ‘The Millers’ and not allowing the opposition to play proved fruitful.

Nat Watson on the hour mark opened the scoring and this was how the game would finish.

Two days later and a Bank Holiday Monday fixture would see the team travel to Daventry and would see them produce their best performance of the season so far. The game was a pleasure to watch and Carlton controlled the game throughout with some nice interplay for many parts.

Goals from the now fit again skipper Maddison and Nat Watson would see us home

safely with the points in the bag and set us up nicely for the forthcoming F.A Cup fixture in a few days time.

So, we hit the first weekend in September and the First Qualifying Round of the F.A.Cup. Along to Carlton came Stratford Town from the Southern league Central and an expectancy to win the game. Carlton for the first half completely dominated the opposition and after twenty-five minutes were rewarded with a tremendous finish from Nial Davie to take the lead into half-time.

The opposition would come out for the second half and turn this one around scoring three times to leave ‘The Millers’ speechless at the end.

Forthcoming Fixtures: 11th Sept. Yaxley (A) 14th Sept. Halesowen Town (A) 18th Sept. Ilkeston Town (h) 21st Sept. Belper Town (A) 25th Sept. Wisbech Town (A)

Article by Phil Jennings

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Appointment: Lead Foundation Phase Coaches Powell and Silcock appointed...Basford United is extremely pleased to announce the appointment of Rob Powell and Neville Silcock as Lead Foundation Phase Coaches in the Club's Community section. Familiar faces to those at Greenwich Avenue, Rob and Neville will begin their role this week alongside Head of Football and First Team Manager Steve Chettle, Lead Academy Coach Josh Law, and Youth Development Phase Lead Coach David Boafo, and help oversee the younger age groups.Continuing the great work that has been ongoing at the Football Club, they will predominantly work with the under 7-11 sides to develop players and coaches with their expertise and experience at this level. Rob has worked beside the academy coaches throughout the Soccer Camps, specifically with the younger players and, with Neville, has coached and managed the very successful under 7 squad.

Tuesday night (September 7) sees the first of the club's midweek Soccer Camps, which run every Tuesday and Thursday evenings (17:00-18:00), with additional sessions on Saturday mornings (09:00-10:00). The coaching sessions will be for players aged between 6-11 years of age and is aimed at promoting the foundation section, in the hope to find more budding stars to join Basford's community sides, progress through the age groups and eventually join the flourishing Academy programme. It gives everyone joining the coaches the opportunity to have fun, learn and develop skills and make new friends. To book your child onto the Soccer Camp, please contact Jessica Munroe at jessmunroe@basfordunitedfc.com. All at United would like to wish both Neville and Rob the best of luck in their new roles.

Members' Forum Details Confirmed Nottinghamshire Members will have the chance hear from the club’s Director of Cricket, Chief Executive, Chairman and Head Coach at a virtual forum event on Monday 13 September.

Mick Newell, Lisa Pursehouse, Jeff Moore and Peter Moores will be in attendance for the event, which is being held online via Zoom from 6.30pm.

Members who have not received an invitation to register and submit their questions, either via email or in the post, should contact questions@nottsccc.co.uk for further details.

Trent Bridge welcomes England, India and New Zealand in 2022 for a splendid summer of international cricket.

Kane Williamson's World Test Champions pay Nottingham a visit from 10-14 June, with the two leading sides in IT20 cricket doing battle at our venue on Sunday 3 July.

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Indefensible Insanity

As the final whistle blew at the City Ground on Sunday, I was in no doubt that Nottingham Forest and Chris Hughton would finally be parting company.

Ironically, at the time of writing (20:30 Sunday 12 September 2021) the NFFC manager is still in his role, but perhaps more telling is the fact that we are also still rock bottom of the Championship table. At the time of publishing however, I predict that circumstances will have changed, not the league standing though.

Those who know me are familiar with my Groundhog Day mantra when it comes to all things NFFC during the last two decades. And this fully vindicates my opening article of the season where I used the term “make or break season!”

Some laughed this off as an overly dramatic sentiment

but I’m a man of my word and steadfastly stand by my statement. The Nottingham Forest supporters are at breaking point and will not tolerate another season of insanity. Insanity: don’t take my word for it, absorb the rhetoric of some dude by the name of Albert Einstein who is credited with the following diction: “Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.”

Does this sound familiar?

If we take the Cardiff City game in isolation (not Covid style) there were indeed many positives from which to draw. The acquisition of two new full backs certainly added a balance and solidity to the back four, and for the first forty-five minutes all seemed well in the world of Nottingham Forest. Perhaps most telling of all was something I’ve perpetually

referred to during, not only my commentary, but in my writing also, and that was is the body language of any given footballer. You can analyse, pontificate, and compartmentalise a football team but the most accurate indicator of commitment to the cause will ALWAYS be the body language of the players. In the first half versus Cardiff the commitment of every Forest player was tangible. To a man they threw themselves in front of every goal bound shot, cross and through ball.

Even Lyle Taylor, despite a poor overall performance, chased down the City keeper at every given opportunity, when he wasn’t on the floor.

Lest we forget the goal.

Max Lowe’s brilliant run from the full back position to opposition by-line was fantastic, but the composure he portrayed when he got

there was even better. I fully expected the loan man to dink the ball to the back post like I would have done, hence the reason why I write/commentate about football and no longer play it, but the intelligence he showed by rolling it back to Lewis Grabban was exemplary. In commentary,

Elliot Stockdale, my co commentator, had alluded to the fact that aerial balls were futile when you had the likes of Aden Flint and Sean Morrison in defence so I’m guessing that Max was listening?

Half time and all is well in the world of NFFC. But then came the second fortyfive, which well and truly belonged to Cardiff City. It was like a switch had been flicked, as Forest reverted to the same old siege mentality that has been their Achilles heel for, well, as long as those crazy millennial’s can remember. And then came the changes; brilliant, tactical substitutions by Mick McCarthy which invariably changed the game as Rubin Colwill bagged a brace whilst Kieffer Moore wreaked havoc in close attendance.

Truth be told, the manager will almost certainly go but the burning question is this: does the root cause of our embarrassment lay deeper than the ground upon which the manager walks? I simply cannot answer this, sorry to disappoint but I’m not an ITK! Similarly, I’m devoid of all ideas when it comes to a solution for the progression and development of the club; honestly, I have no idea about who could manage the club, the best system to play,

Written by Steve Corry or how we can improve.

Okay, I do have ideas, but this is Nottingham Forest, and we are the destroyer of worlds, we have become the archetypal poison chalice!

I shall leave you with the words of a former NFFC hero David Johnson; DJ tweeted the following statement after the defeat to Cardiff: “Just so angry and disappointed how the club is ran. It’s embarrassing (the whole board should of gone). They are a disgrace.

Last time I said anything bad about the club. Gainnis called me. I’ll wait for his call I guess as I was right the first time.”

A little overzealous or too emotional? Again, I don’t know what David knows but what I do know is this; the results under the current manager are beyond indefensible and the inability of the club to do something different, as opposed to the same thing over and over again constitutes insanity.

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