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November 2019
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New development for Bingham
A new leisure and community development has been proposed for Bingham, Notts and could be open by the end of 2021. Plans are being drawn up and consultants are working with Rushcliffe Borough Council and Bingham Town Council. The site would be a mix of commercial and leisure facilities and may include a swimming pool, gym, café, serviced offices and a community hall.
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Van driver with explosive load falls asleep at wheel
A driver of a van full of fireworks has tested positive for cannabis and cocaine after he fell asleep behind the wheel at a busy junction in Derby.
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A motorist removed the keys from the vehicle and called the police. Upon arrival by the police the van driver was still asleep. The police discovered the van was full of fireworks and tested the driver for drugs and alcohol.
Police commented
‘Leaves the A38 and falls asleep on roundabout.
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Commercial Property News
BizSpace, the UK’s largest provider of flexible workspace, has acquired 31-35 Park Row in Nottingham, comprising three buildings totalling 52,600 sq ft, for £7 million.
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BizSpace, which specialises in transforming existing buildings into vibrant new business centres for small businesses and entrepreneurs, has acquired the three buildings with a view to an immediate £1.8 million refurbishment of 35 Park Row, which is currently vacant. The remaining two buildings are currently occupied by Lloy... September 2019
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No More Fluffy Dice
It is time to stop hanging things from your rear view mirror. No more sat navs in the middle of your windscreen. It is also time for van drivers to clear all that rubbish from the dashboard (which makes you look amateurish, untidy and probably unreliable).
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Why you ask? Because the police and DVSA (Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency) who have the powers to stop and fine the same as police, are targeting vehicles with anything stuck to the windscreen. Lorry drivers have long since received fine... -
What Colour Is Your Front Door
Your homes first impression to others is the front door. What colour is yours? Just moved home, what colour would you like it to be? The colour of your door tells visitors what to expect inside, Blue is cool and calming, whilst Yellow is cheerful and optimistic. Your door is not a barrier, but a gateway to your home. A door mat is inviting as well as encouraging guests to wipe their feet before entering.
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Exterior lighting, twin planters and the must have hanging basket all make for a welcoming... August 2019
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Vehicle Vandalism in Nottingham
Recent research suggests car owners in Nottingham are 3 times more likely to be victims of vandalism than the national average.
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BMW Audi and Mercedes owners are most at risk, lower end price tag cars fair much better at avoiding unwanted attention.
Most owners do not report vandalism for fear of increased insurance costs the following renewal. Some policies have better vandalism cover than others.
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Whirlpool update
The Government is preparing to order a recall of around half a million Whirlpool tumble dryers.
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In the last decade over 700 fires have been blamed on the dryers.
Whirlpool itself has been criticised for not recalling all the dryers , instead offering a modification service. The government is very unhappy at the "snails pace" the modification has taken place at.
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More Student Accomodation to be built in Nottingham
A new development for student bedrooms at York House in Nottingham City Centre (formerly the BBC building) has been announced. It will be part of a towering £50m apartment scheme.
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The project, behind the Intu Victoria Centre, has been expanded from the original plan for 422 beds by an additional 50 beds.