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Notts Police officers dismissed after setting up meeting between prisoner and girlfriend

April 30, 2014, 6:00 am
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Two police officers who set up a meeting between a prisoner and his girlfriend and then lied about their actions have been dismissed. The men, aged 52 and 54, who worked at Bridewell police station, were dismissed following a disciplinary hearing in January, after they were found to have breached the Standards of Professional Behaviour amounting to gross misconduct. During the meeting the officers also questioned him about further crimes, a statement from Notts Police said. Both appealed the dismissal decision, but the original decision has been upheld. An internal investigation was launched after questions were raised about unauthorised contact between the prisoner and his partner. Both officers' admitted breaching standards of honesty and integrity and were also found to have committed discreditable conduct.For the latest crime news, click here.

Notts Police officers dismissed after setting up meeting between prisoner and girlfriend

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Bob Hoskins dies aged 71: Nottingham pays tribute

April 30, 2014, 7:01 am
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Nottingham has paid tribute after the death of actor Bob Hoskins, aged 71. The star, who appeared in Shane Meadows' first feature film TwentyFourSeven, died of pneumonia on Tuesday, in hospital, surrounded by his family. He retired from acting in 2012 after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. "We are devastated by the loss of our beloved Bob," the actor's wife Linda and children Alex, Sarah, Rosa and Jack said in a statement. "Bob died peacefully at hospital last night surrounded by family, following a bout of pneumonia. "We ask that you respect our privacy during this time and thank you for your messages of love and support." Nottingham director Shane Meadows' movie TwentyFourSeven, released in 1997, earned widespread acclaim, in particular Hoskins' performance as Alan Darcy, who sets out to inspire youngsters from a housing estate who have fallen victim to unemployment, poverty and boredom. He resurrects an old gym to teach them boxing and how to work together. The cast included a young James Corden as well as many local actors, including future Emmerdale star James Hooton. It premiered at Showcase with Hoskins in attendance.

Hoskins also starred in Made In Dagenham, the big screen hit written by Nottinghamshire screenwriter William Ivory. Nottingham actress Vicky McClure led the tributes on Wednesday, but tweeters across the city took to the social network to express their grief.Leave your tributes to Bob Hoskins below.

Bob Hoskins dies aged 71: Nottingham pays tribute

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Line of Duty star Vicky McClure joins The Rifles on stage

April 30, 2014, 7:14 am
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NOTTINGHAM Bafta winner Vicky McClure had a taste of life as a rock star when she joined guitar band The Rifles on stage at Rock City. The Wollaton actress, whose current film Svengali is a rock 'n' roll comedy, sang Tangled Up In Love with the quintet. Vicky, who lives in Toton with boyfriend Jonny Owen, her co-star in Svengali, tweeted: "I just sang on stage with @theriflesband at @Rock_City_Notts #lifecomplete!!". Fans at the gig tweeted pictures of her moment in the spotlight, including @medscfc66, who said: "@Vicky_McClure @theriflesband @Rock_City_Notts - it was a great night!". The band said: "Great gig @Vicky_McClure last night singing tangled up in love in her hometown of Nottingham! Fun times x" Jonny, who is friends with the mod band, had done much the same when they last played Nottingham. Vicky, who has starred in Line Of Duty, Broadchurch and This Is England, also took time to pay her respects to Bob Hoskins, who died on Tuesday aged 71. She tweeted: "Just heard the very sad news Bob Hoskins has died. He was one of the best. RIP Bob." Hoskins, who died of pneumonia, appeared in Nottingham-based director Shane Meadows' first feature length film, TwentyFour-Seven, which was partly filmed in Nottingham. Hoskins, whose biggest successes included Who Framed Roger Rabbit and Mona Lisa, died in hospital with his family by his side. He retired from acting two years ago due to Parkinson's disease.

Line of Duty star Vicky McClure joins The Rifles on stage

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East Midlands Airport: Passengers cannot claim compensation after hours of delays

April 30, 2014, 7:27 am
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PASSENGERS left stranded following a plane that crashed after landing will not be able to claim compensation for hours of delays. More than 9,000 people were told that they would not be able to fly to or from East Midlands Airport on Tuesday. The airport's runway was closed for 20 hours after the wheels of the Boeing 737-400 Freighter failed shortly after the aircraft touched down at 2.30am. Although no one was injured, more than 45 flights were cancelled but due to the unforeseen nature of the crash people will be unable to claim for inconvenience. Coby Benson, aviation technical legal manager from Bott & Co, said: "Having investigated the circumstances of the incident at East Midlands Airport we believe that this falls under the definition of Extraordinary Circumstances in Regulation EC261/2004. "This means the delays and cancellations were outside of the airline's control and therefore compensation is not due. "However, passengers were still entitled to care and assistance under the terms of the regulation, including meals and accommodation where necessary. "Had the delays not been considered an extraordinary circumstance, given the numbers of passengers involved, the airline would have been in line to pay out around £3.2 million in compensation." The plane was flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle airport to East Midlands Airport with ten tonnes of cargo. The two crew members involved, a 39-year-old captain from the Netherlands who has 4,500 flight hours, and the 38-year-old Irish first officer who has 3,900 flight hours, were unhurt. Andrew Harrison, the son of Elaine Harrison, whose body was found at the start of the month after a four-month search, was taking a break in Murcia, Spain, before her funeral which will be held on Thursday. The 33-year-old flew back to Birmingham Airport so he was home in time for the final preparations. The Clifton resident said: "I am not surprised by this at all. "I think that it is annoying but luckily I had friends come and collect me from the airport so I did not have to pay for a taxi. "Luckily I am not really out of pocket but I know others will be. "There were a few people that got the same flight back as me and you could see them scratching their heads and wondering how they were going to get home from Birmingham. "There should be something set up for when this sort of thing happens." When the cancellations happened some people who had travelled from other parts of the country decided it would be easier to go home than be diverted. Sheila Biggs of Broughton Astley in Leicestershire, said: "I was supposed to be going to Pathos but I feel like I have been left in the dark about what is happening. "Some people have been told that we can go to Manchester but I am just going to go home. "It is abysmal."

East Midlands Airport: Passengers cannot claim compensation after hours of delays

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Police find cannabis in Aspley loft by chance

April 30, 2014, 8:00 am
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Cannabis grower Kurt Chadda has been spared prison for growing cannabis in his loft. A judge handed him a nine-month prison sentence, suspended for 18 months, and ordered he do 120 hours of unpaid community work. Police discovered Chadda growing the illegal weed at the home of Lavern Rainey, in Aspley, where he had been living at the time, Nottingham Crown Court heard. Officers had turned up by chance to investigate something else at the house but found the door open and signs of a disturbance. They went straight inside and were hit by the strong smell of cannabis. Upstairs they spied light coming from a loft hatch and could hear the humming of electrical equipment. They lifted the hatch and found Chadda had been growing 14 cannabis plants in the loft and 22 smaller ones in a bedroom. The cannabis had not grown to maturity, so its value was unknown. And there were no female flowering heads, the most potent and valuable part. Chadda, 31, now of Tudor Close, Colwick, and Rainey, 35, now of Elizabeth Mews, Marehay, Ripley, were arrested. Chadda admitted cultivating cannabis and Rainey pleaded guilty to allowing cannabis to grow in her home last February. Martin Elwick, for Chadda, said the operation was unsophisticated and had all the hallmarks of an amateurish grow. Rainey's mitigation lasted seconds, after the judge indicated he would follow a recommendation in her pre-sentence report, and gave her a 12-month community order.For the latest crime news, click here.

Police find cannabis in Aspley loft by chance

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St Ann's man in court for affray and having a knife

April 30, 2014, 8:00 am
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Sipho Ncube has appeared at Nottingham Crown Court by TV link charged with affray and possessing a knife. The 18-year-old, of Corporation Oaks, St Ann's was accused following a shooting earlier this month. Officers were called to an area known as Donkey Hill at about 3.50pm on Tuesday, April 8, following reports of a gun being fired and a dispute between a group of people. On Wednesday April 30, 2014, Recorder Paul Mann QC remanded Ncube, who wore a grey top and bottoms for the hearing, to appear on Friday, May 9, for a preliminary hearing.For the latest crime news, click here.

St Ann's man in court for affray and having a knife

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Nottinghamshire apples hailed as being of 'national significance'

April 30, 2014, 8:00 am
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AN HISTORIC apple collection featuring more than a dozen varieties originating from Nottinghamshire has earned protected status. The apple orchard at Clumber Park in Worksop has been designated as a UK National Plant Collection by conservation organisation Plant Heritage. The award recognises the apples as being 'of national significance' and part of the country's horticultural heritage. Many varieties are endangered, while some are more than 200 years old. Chris Margrave, head gardener at Clumber Park, says there are only about five reognised apple collections in the UK. He said: "Here at Clumber Park we obviously focus on our regional varieties from Nottinghamshire and the surrounding counties. "The most famous Nottinghamshire apple is the Bramley apple, a cooking apple which was raised at Southwell by a girl in her garden in 1809. "Another regional variety is the Bess Pool apple, which is named after the daughter of a local innkeeper. She found it growing in a woodland somewhere in Nottinghamshire." The apples are grown within the Walled Kitchen Garden at Clumber Park and are carefully nurtured to ensure their survival. Mr Margrave added: "Our apples are grown in various ways. We train them so they grow diagonally and so the arms are horizontal, which is typically how apples have been grown in a walled garden like this. "All the apples are gardened organically and are fed with an organic fertiliser called Blood, Fish and Bones. We don't do much by the way of spraying as we're organic. "The apples are harvested in September and we continue harvesting until November. Some are used straight away and some are put into store." Many of the apples are sent to Clumber Park's café or are sold to visitors in the shop. Others are given out at the entrance to the walled garden. Kitchen manager Jamie Calvert uses the apples to make dishes such as apple pie and apple crumble. He said: "We get quite a lot of apples from the garden and make all sorts of things. "Visitors like coming in and knowing that they're eating food made from local produce. "Some of the apples end up getting used in pickles or ice creams. "The most common variety we use is the Bramley apple, but we do use all the varieties." Plant Heritage conservation officer Mercy Morris said: "I am so pleased that Plant Heritage has recognised the value of this unique collection. "The more local varieties of fruit are conserved, the more of our precious horticultural and culinary history is saved for the future."

Nottinghamshire apples hailed as being of 'national significance'

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Puppy room at Nottingham Trent University is a hit

April 30, 2014, 8:00 am
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Stressed out students have been welcomed to the new puppy room at Nottingham Trent University to keep them calm as deadlines loom. The centre won't just benefit those in the middle of their exams or coursework – it will help the pups too, who are training to become guide dogs for the blind, and raise money for the Guide Dogs charity. The puppy room opened for the first time yesterday in the university's new student union building on Shakespeare Street. The belief is by spending time with the dogs, stroking and bonding with them, students can reduce stress and release tension, keeping them on a more even keel during exam periods. Dr Jacqueline Boyd, lecturer in animal science at the university, said the interaction between human and animal was a well known stress reliever. She said: "There is actually a strong historical basis for this, going back as far as the Greeks who talked about the benefits, specifically with horses. "Stroking animals reduces the heart rate, release hormones and means various endorphins will buzz around making both the animal and human happier." The idea of the puppy room came from 19-year-old architecture student Kelly Oakley, who had first seen it done at a university in Canada. She said: "I submitted the idea in September and I never thought it would get this big." "I have a dog at home and one of my favourite things to do when I go and visit is going across a field with him to relax. I miss that at uni and I am sure other students do too." As well as helping relax the students, the dogs are also being trained to be social with other puppies and people, helping in their journey to becoming guide dogs. The university has also pledged to raise £5,000 for the Guide Dogs charity to pay for life-changing companions. Kelly Dove, engagement officer at Guide Dogs, said the charity was really excited when the university approached them. She said: "It is wonderful to be able to explain to the students that these aren't just fluffy puppies but dogs that need to be trained. "They need socialisation and to gain environmental understanding, different sights, sounds and smells and this is a great place to do that. "We are also so pleased about the funding pledge as with a guide dog costing £50,000 in their lifetime, we need all the funding we can." Susan Coxon and her husband Raymond have been training guide dogs for eight years and believe the scheme would ensure the charity's future. Mrs Coxon said: "It is not just the money but raising awareness, encouraging students... these people are going to be the trainers, the puppy walkers and some may even be the owners in the future. Schemes like this make sure the work of Guide Dogs continues. The university hopes to run the puppy room at least once a term during stressful periods for students.
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Made in Chelsea stars Spencer and Binky visit Boots headquarters in Beeston

April 30, 2014, 8:07 am
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MADE in Chelsea stars Spencer Matthews and Binky Felstead delighted hundreds of Boots employees when they paid a visit to the company's headquarters in Beeston. The reality television were met by huge crowds of fans when they arrived at Boots' D90 building. The duo were in town on Wednesday to promote Forza fitness supplements. They're both brand ambassadors for the product, which is sold in Boots stores. Spencer, who was born in Nottingham and lived in the area until the age of five, said he was pleased to be back in his home town. Speaking to the Post, he said: "Boots is probably the highest retailer for this kind of product so it's fantastic for us to be associated with the company. "We are delighted to be associated with Forza and Boots. "I do use the product and it does work." He added: "We were not expecting such a big turnout of people so we'd like to say a big thank you to everyone who came. "We enjoy working together and making the show so it's nice to know that people care about it." Ms Felstead said: "We were very pleased with the turn out. It was very overwhelming. "It's a great product. I'm training every morning it keeps me going. Scores of Boots staff lined up to have their picture taken with the duo. Social media assistant Laura Parker, 29, from Ilkeston, said: "I'm a big fan of them both and I was really excited to meet them." Kaysha Wallis, 21, from Derby, who works in IT, said: "Their visit made such a difference to our working day. "Everyone seemed really excited about it. There was a real buzz." Laura Fitzpatrick, 28, from Derby, who also works in IT for Boots, said: "It's fantastic that they came to Nottingham. "It was quite a morale boost for staff to have celebrities visiting our offices." Francesca Burchill, 19, of Stapleford, who works in pharmacy operations, said: "I loved meeting them – they were just as I imagined. "I thought it was great that they came out to visit us at Boots. They drew a huge crowd." Emily Gardiner, 24, of West Bridgford, who works in corporate social responsibility, said: "I'm very much a fan of Made in Chelsea so it was nice to see how down to earth they were. "Their visit was morale boosting for staff. It was something that we looked forward to." Sarah Staley, 21, from Heanor, said: "I watch the show and I was very excited to meet them."

Made in Chelsea stars Spencer and Binky visit Boots headquarters in Beeston

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Elite League to allow more import players

April 30, 2014, 8:48 am
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NOTTINGHAM Panthers will be able to sign an extra import next season after changes to Elite League rules. The EIHL clubs met this week in Hull and the following changes were unanimously agreed. From next season the number of non British-trained players will rise from 11 to 12, but the amount of work permit players will remain at 11. This means an additional dual-national or European player is counted as a domestic player, freeing up space for an extra import. In Panthers case, European Union born pair Petr Kalus or Joonas Saari would now no longer count as an import. The same would stand for American netminder Craig Kowalski as it is thought he now holds a British passport. The number of non British-trained players will rise to 13 in 2015/16 and 14 in season 2016/17, with the amount of work-permit players again remaining at 11. This means that by 2016/17 teams will be able to carry three more imports than they currently can. Elite League chairman, Tony Smith, said: "The league agreed that there is a shortage of top-level British players, which keeps the Elite League from being outstanding across the 10 teams. "With the demand of the indigenous British player higher than ever in all leagues, and with the potential for EU/dual-national players to develop into national-team players, it was felt this gradual increase would be beneficial to all. "As with all things, the Elite League will monitor its development as we look forward to another successful season."

Elite League to allow more import players

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Cotgrave couple celebrate 50th wedding anniversary in church they helped build

April 30, 2014, 11:00 am
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Loved-up couple Helen and David Bourne first hit the headlines 50 years ago when they tied the knot in a church which they had help to build. As a Latter Day Saint Mr Bourne had been asked to pledged two years of his life to help build churches around the country - one of which had taken him from his native Liverpool to West Bridgford. It was while volunteering at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, in Stanhome Square, that the former engineer and chiropractor met his future wife. The pair from Cotgrave are now planning to celebrate their Golden Wedding anniversary on Friday May 9 with friends and family at a party being held at the same church they wed in 50 years earlier. They were the first couple to be married in the church and their nuptials made the pages of a late edition of that day's Nottingham Evening Post. A former engineer and chiropractor, Mr Bourne, 74, had an instant fondness for Thomas Adams telephonist, Helen, 73. He said: "We agree on most things and we have very similar values in life and how we should live." The couple also share a keen sense of adventure - over the last 50 years the pair have lived in Canada and America, where Mr Bourne trained to be a chiropractor at Palmer College, in Iowa, as well as extensively touring Europe. When they eventually returned to Nottingham 32 years ago they decided to open a chiropractic clinic on Melton Road, West Brigford before retiring in 2000. Two of Mr and Mrs Bourne's five children have been married in the church as well as one of their 17 grandchildren - making the tradition to wed there three generations strong. Mrs Bourne said: "It was a great privilege to be married in that church. "We still go every Sunday and are involved in other activities at the church too." Daughter Hayley Saunders, 42, hoped to be just like her parents when she was older. She said: "They are always out and about, it's actually quite hard to pin them down sometimes. "They are a great example because they are still together and they've taught us that if it is hard then you just have to keep going." Are you celebrating an anniversary? Get in touch: newsdesk@nottinghampost.comFor more West Bridgford news, click here
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Paramedic suspended for six months

April 30, 2014, 11:00 am
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A paramedic has been suspended for six months after using an ambulance to give his wife a lift instead of responding immediately to a patient. Trevor A Slater still had 16 minutes left of his shift when he chose to take his wife back to Worksop Ambulance Station rather than immediately attend and incident. He was suspended for requesting that an ambulance collect and transport an off duty colleague to work and for being off route without authorisation whilst working with the East Midland Ambulance Service. A panel of the HCPC Conduct and Competence Committee heard that the delay which occurred was solely because Mr Slater decided to collect his wife. Panel Chair Helen Carter com said: "The Panel found that Mr Slater should have asked for permission before collecting Mrs Slater. The Standard Operating Procedure is clear and it states at paragraph 3.1 that 'Staff must not permit unauthorised persons to be carried in Ambulance Service vehicles'. "Mr Slater was an experienced Paramedic and he would have known that he should not have collected his wife unless he had express permission to do so. Mr Slater's statement that he did have permission strongly indicates that he knew that he required permission." The Panel decided that the most appropriate action was to suspend Mr Slater from the Register for a period of six months with an Interim Suspension Order in place to cover the appeal period. He was not present or represented at the hearing.

Paramedic suspended for six months

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Bowls club celebrates 90th anniversary

April 30, 2014, 11:00 am
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Members of a village bowls club are looking forward to celebrating the group's milestone 90th anniversary next week. Ruddington Bowls Club, in Loughborough Road, not only provides a source of exercise but also acts as a valuable social lifeline in times of need, its regular players have said. Visually impaired, Eric Radford, 93, of Sheepfold Lane, Ruddington, joined the club when his wife of 47 years died - and says it was the best thing he ever did. "I joined in 1994, my wife died in the January and I started in the April. "I knew quite of few of the players already from when I used to work at the Radcliffe-on-Trent power station. "When my wife died I felt totally empty and I didn't know what to do with myself but the club provided me with company. "I've told lots and lots of people to join if they are on their own." Despite being registered blind Mr Radford still visits the club regularly for a few games and says that after 20 years of playing he mainly relies on his "feel for the game". Set up in 1924 with 28 members, the club was originally called 'Ruddington (Paget) Bowls Club' after the Paget family who donated the land to the group. Unfortunately no founding members are still alive however, keen bowler Dick Marshall, 79, of Wilford Road, has managed to notch up an impressive 46 years at the club, making him the longest serving member. He said: "After two or three years my wife Pamela started to play and in doing so became the second lady player at the club. "A lot has changed over the years, it has gone from being a gentleman's club to more of a social club since ladies started to join. It is quite an achievement to have stayed open for 90 years." To celebrate this milestone the club are hosting a free family open day next Sunday from 2.30pm until 5pm May 11 Expert bowlers will be on hand to help novices get to grips with the green, while miniature bowls will be provided so kids can also get involved. The club's membership peaked in 1999 with 102 bowlers on the books. Captain of the friendlies team, Jose Lloyd, 87, of Elms Avenue, joined the club in 1987. Mrs Lloyd credits the club with keeping a trim figure and also said it helped her overcome her husband's death. She said: "It is a great way to make friends and I know everyone thinks it is for old people but there is a lot of walking outside and bending down." The venue has already been decorated in 69 metres of bunting, loving made by club secretary Frances Dent. She said: "I spent a wet Sunday afternoon doing it, I was quite pleased with myself because I haven't sewn anything in ages." She added: "I think the club has been a life line for many of our members as a lot of them don't know what to do with themselves after their partners pass away. It is a very welcoming club and we are all very supportive of each other." Are you a member of a sports club? Get in touch: newsdesk@nottinghampost.comFor more Ruddington news, click here

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Notts County Ladies 5 Aston Villa Ladies 0: Continental Cup match report

April 30, 2014, 2:05 pm
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FIVE goals, a clean sheet and top of their Continental Cup group, Notts County Ladies and their manager Rick Passmoor enjoyed a pretty perfect night at Meadow Lane. A terrific first-half performance, which saw them take a 4-0 lead into the break, dismantled the challenge of Aston Villa and in doing so maintained their unbeaten start to the season. It only served to underline the gulf between the Women's Super League and its Premier League relative, but it is often said in football that you can only beat what is put in front of you. In the end, professionalism killed Villa's hope of an upset and with the brilliant Jess Clarke catching the eye, the visitors' best hope of a win was replacing the ball with one controlled by a remote. Her two goals underlined a dominant performance with Notts continuing to look a very promising team in their first ever season since their move from Lincoln. And any fears they would struggle without the goals of injured star striker Ellen White are disappearing by the week. Having gone into this game on the back of a 2-0 win at Portsmouth in the FA Cup, Notts were largely unchanged. The only two players to miss out from that Pompey victory was Amy Turner, who was replaced by Laura-Jayne O'Neill, while Emily Roberts was preferred to Katie Holtham. With Villa in the Women's Premier League National Division, a step below the WSL, Notts Ladies manager Passmoor knew coming into this game that his side possessed the quality to unlock the visitors' defence. And after only three minutes his side were ahead thanks to the blistering pace of Clarke, who burst to the byline and stood a cross up towards the penalty spot. Hurtling in to meet it was Dunia Susi, who, having been left totally unmarked, sent a looping header over the stranded Caitlin Leach. The goal merely reinforced that Villa were in for a long night and it was not long before Notts had carved open the visitors' defence again as they doubled their lead. Good work from Katie Hoyle sent Emily Robert free inside the area and she had the presence of mind to cut the ball back to the waiting Clarke, who scuffed a shot into the far corner. It was now damage limitation for Villa, but Passmoor's side kept on coming and you sensed it would not be long before they were celebrating a third goal. It duly arrived in the 24th minute with Rachel Corsie doing brilliantly to get to the byline and float a cross to the back post. With Villa ball watching, Caitlin Friend cruised into the box to cushion a volley beyond Leach who looked as though she was pining for the final whistle. To their credit, Villa kept plugging away and only the woodwork stopped them from pulling a goal back as Beth Merrick cracked the upright. But back came Notts and through Clarke, whose pace was a superb outlet, they nearly scored a fourth when she crossed for Friend, who was denied by a brilliant reaction save from Leach. They did make it 4-0 ten minutes later, Susi rounding Leach and firing into the net. And the game's narrative did not look as if it was about the change as, for the start of the second half, Notts continued where they left off. They should have really made it 5-0 when Susi burst clean through with Clarke surging upfield in support. She opted to go it alone, but struck her shot straight at Leach. With Villa's legs tiring, Notts looked much sharper as time ticked by. Susi had a goal ruled out for offside, but the Lady Magpies were not to be denied as they saved the best for last. A wonderful pass from Rachel Corsie sent Clarke clear and she produced an exquisite finish with the outside of her right foot to seal an impressive performance by the Magpies. Notts Ladies: Telford, Walton (Turner 62), Corsie, Bradley, O'Neill, Hoyle (Haywood 73), Scott, Roberts, Susi, Friend, Clarke (Sweetman-Kirk 85). Unused subs: Draycott, Walker. Aston Villa Ladies: Leach, Cusack, Walker, McCue, Vaughan, Richards, Mayling, Moran, Ferguson, Jones, Merrick (Davies 58). Subs not used: Parker, Crackle, Baker, Petrovic, Bryant, Robinson. Attendance: 847

Notts County Ladies 5 Aston Villa Ladies 0: Continental Cup match report

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Firefighters tackle electrical blaze in the city centre

April 30, 2014, 2:12 pm
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Firefighters are tackling an electrical blaze in a block of flats in the city centre. Two engines from Central Fire Station and one from Carlton Fire Station attended the incident at around 7.49pm. The fire was on the eighth floor of the Castle Exchange building, in Broad Street. No one is thought to have been hurt. The incident is still ongoing. More to follow. For the latest emergency-services news, click here.

Firefighters tackle electrical blaze in the city centre

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Newark by-election to take place on June 5

May 1, 2014, 1:47 am
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THE by-election to replace former Newark MP Patrick Mercer will take place on June 5, it has been confirmed. Polling day will be two weeks after the European elections. The Tories have a majority of more than 16,000 in the seat following the last general election in 2010. Former shadow security spokesman Mr Mercer unexpectedly resigned from the Conservative party last June after a BBC Panorama programme alleged he broke lobbying rules. The report into Mr Mercer's conduct is expected to be released on Thursday but it is understood to recommends banning him from Parliament for six months. Speaking on Tuesday night outside the Commons, Mr Mercer said he wanted to put things right and there was "no point shilly shallying". He said: "As an ex-soldier I believe that when I have got something wrong you have got to fess up and get on with it. "No point in shilly shallying and trying to avoid it. What's happened has happened and I'm ashamed of it." Mr Mercer said he was going to do what he could to "put it right" for the people of Newark and for his wife and family "who have been under such pressure for the last year". He added: "With a great heaviness of heart – and I'm hoping that the people of Newark will be able to tolerate me in the future, I'm hoping that they will – I'm going to resign my seat of God's county of Nottinghamshire in the town of Newark and I hope that my successor, who has been well and carefully chosen, will be the Conservative candidate."

Newark by-election to take place on June 5

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Patrick Mercer brought House of Commons into "disrepute" with lobbying scandal

May 1, 2014, 3:21 am
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FORMER Newark MP Patrick Mercer's cash for questions scandal brought Westminster into disrepute, a report has said. The Commons Select Committee has said it worst breach of parliamentary rules on lobbying dealt with by the sleaze watchdog. The ex-Tory minister quit his Newark seat in disgrace on Tuesday ahead of the publication of a report that would have banned him from the House of Commons for six months. Details of the investigation into allegations that he had tabled Commons questions and offered a Westminster security pass after signing a deal that paid him £4,000 have now been published and show Mr Mercer "deliberately evaded" rules and "inflicted significant reputational damage" on Parliament. The suspension the Standards Committee had planned to impose on the former Army colonel would have been the longest it had meted out to an MP since 1947, with the exception former Labour MP Denis MacShane, who was convicted of criminal offences. Its report states: "We are not aware of a case relating to a sitting MP which has involved such a sustained and pervasive breach of the House's rules on registration, declaration and paid advocacy." The by-election sparked by his decision to quit the seat will be held on June 5.

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Kimberley author publishes series of books written for dyslexic readers

May 1, 2014, 3:55 am
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A SERIES of books have been published by a local author to help people with dyslexia learn to love reading. Gloria Morgan, from Kimberley, has self-published several whodunnits, guide books, children's books and adventure stories throughout her career. She has sought inspiration, from local heritage, British history and her beloved pet dog, Cassie. Now, she's turned her attention to a series of books that are tailored to the needs of dyslexic readers. Using new, innovative printing techniques, she has reprinted three of her books, volumes 1 and 2 of "Cassie- The Story of a Rescue Dog" and her garden-themed kids read "Buzz off Bee". Miss Morgan said it was unfair that people with dyslexia are often denied the pleasure of a good book. She said: "I made about 500 copies, took them along to craft fair and couldn't count the amount of people who spoke to me. "I asked people, do you know anyone with dyslexic and they would say, yes, my brother, my dad or my son. "One woman brought over her 19-year-old son and said no-one seems to be able to do anything for him. "He said that he'd love to read a book." The books Miss Morgan has published use a variety of techniques including use of coloured pages and heavy fonts to make her work easier to digest. It is still a work in progress - she is using her first three books to get a sense what improvements, if any, can be made. If all goes well, she hopes the books could be brought to a wider audiences including schools in the local area. She added: "The whole point of it is make it as accessible as I can." "I am not an educator, a teacher or a psychologist, what I have to do is to get as much feedback as I can from people and if its positive I'll see what else I can do.". Dee Caunt, Chief Executive of the Dyslexic Association which is based in Nottingham said they were excited to hear about any opportunity for kids with dyslexia to get into reading. She said: "Anything that encourages children to read and develop a love of literature is fantastic. "If Miss Morgan has taken into account the colour of the pages, the print, the font, the spacing between words, I'd welcome anything to encourage children to get into books. "Children with dyslexia will often open a book, look at the colour of the pages, the fonts, and decide then and there whether to carry on. "We have an extensive library here and we would welcome the opportunity for Miss Morgan to bring her books in." Do you think more should be done to make reading appealing? Email newsdesk@nottinghampost.com
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Cyclists urged to lock up

May 1, 2014, 4:00 am
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Cyclists have been urged to ensure their bikes are properly secured following a spate of thefts in West Bridgford. Areas identified as being particularly high risk include West Bridgford Library, in Bridgford Road, David Lloyd Leisure Centre and National Watersports Centre ASDA, in Rugby Road, and ROKO, in Wilford Lane. Although most of the bikes have been locked up and secured to bike posts it is believed the locks are being cut with bolt croppers. Rushcliffe Borough Council have advised using D-locks as they are stronger than cable locks or chains and very hard to cut through. Cyclist have also been told to tightly lock their bikes so that it is difficult to move around when it is parked as well as locking both wheels and the frame to a cycle stand or another immovable object. Have you been the victim of bike theft? Get in touch: newsdesk@nottignham.comFor more crime news, click here

Cyclists urged to lock up

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Nottingham in top five for uncompleted roadworks - are you stuck in a jam?

May 1, 2014, 4:20 am
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Motorists in Nottingham who believe the city is at a standstill due to too many roadworks may have a point. A new survey shows that there are 590 roadworks currently uncompleted in the city. The study by LV= Road Rescue suggests that Nottingham ranks fifth in a national top ten for ongoing road maintenance. A total of 91 councils provided information about the number of roadworks in their area, with the unfinished projects in these areas totalling 10,499, or an average of 115 per council. Topping the table was Suffolk County Council with 1,906 projects underway and Leicestershire County Council was second with 1,250 and Derby City Council third with 930. LV= also gave the results of a survey, conducted in March 2014, of 2,001 Britons. This showed that roadworks were affecting a third of journeys and adding an average of 12 minutes to travel times. Roadworks had caused 14% of motorists to be late for meetings in the last year. While 66% of those polled felt road quality in their area was getting worse, 37% said projects were not completed quickly enough. LV= Road Rescue managing director Peter Horton said: "Local authorities face a difficult challenge to repair and maintain our roads this year, particularly given the impact of the adverse weather we have seen in recent months. "With more cars on the road than ever, it will be hard to carry out roadworks without impacting drivers." Peter Box, chairman of the Local Government Association's economy and transport board, said: "Councils always look to ensure essential work by their highway teams is carried out efficiently and to a high standard. We also work with utility firms to make sure they keep disruption to an absolute minimum and that works are co-ordinated and planned effectively. "Despite deep funding cuts, councils fixed another two million potholes last year and continue to work flat out to repair the damage caused to our roads by last winter's flooding. The extreme weather has exacerbated the roads crisis facing this country with our roads now in such disrepair that it will take more than a decade and £12 billion to bring them up to scratch. "We share the frustration of motorists about the state of our roads. Decades of underfunding have trapped councils in an endless cycle of only being able to patch up our road network. We need increased and consistent funding for the widespread resurfacing projects we desperately need if we're ever to see a long-term improvement."
Suffolk County Council 1,906
Leicestershire County Council1,250
Derby City Council 930
Carmarthenshire County Council604
Nottingham City Council 590
East Riding of Yorkshire Council582
Brighton & Hove369
Vale of Glamorgan355
London Borough of Southwark 122
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council6

Nottingham in top five for uncompleted roadworks - are you stuck in a jam?

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