Today's edition covers Bassetlaw District Council's new Housing Repairs Policy, an upcoming talk about the dangerous women of Nottinghamshire, a boost for the Arts and of course - your daily puzzle fix.

Have a great day wherever you are in Bassetlaw.

Justin Doddy, Editor

Have your say on proposed Housing Repairs Policy

Bassetlaw District Council is consulting with tenants, leaseholders and other stakeholders on a new draft Housing Repairs Policy which aims to improve the delivery of its repairs and maintenance services.

The proposed changes aim to ensure that repairs are completed right first time, enable the council to plan work in a better and more efficient way, and clearly set out who is responsible for specific repair and maintenance issues.

Information and survey forms about the consultation are being posted to all tenants to take part in the process and give their views.

Cllr Lynne Schuller, Cabinet Member for Housing and Estates said: “We want to hear from our tenants about these proposed changes to our Housing Repairs Policy.

“We hope people will take the time to provide their feedback which will help us make informed decisions ahead of the draft policy being presented to cabinet in the summer.”

The draft Housing Repairs Policy also continues to ensure the council, as a landlord, is meeting its statutory and regulatory obligations of the Regulator of Social Housing’s Consumer Standards.

It has been created following an independent review of repairs and maintenance, which identified several issues and inconsistencies that can cause delays and inefficiency.

Since then, a full review of the Repairs Policy has taken place including the setting up of a Steering Group consisting of tenants, cross party elected members and officers, supported by the Housing Consultants in March 2025. They have been looking at the current repairs policy including tenant obligations, timescales, rechargeable repairs and service operating hours.

The consultation runs from Monday 20^th April to Sunday 31^st May.

Feedback gathered will be reflected in the draft Repairs Policy before it is presented to Cabinet in July 2026 and Full Council for approval with adoption proposed in September 2026.

To find out more and to take part in the consultation visit www.bassetlaw.gov.uk/repairs-consultation

Dangerous Women of Nottinghamshire, a talk by Adrian Grey

Thursday 7th May, 7.15pm

Local well-known Historian, Educationalist and Author Adrian Gray will be visiting the Basstelaw Museum to talk about the Dangerous Women of Nottinghamshire. His lively presentation will look at some of the women of Nottinghamshire who have has a significant impact in challenging the man’s world that they were forced to live in. The selection includes a mix of social and spiritual revolutionaries who had an impact way beyond the county boundary.This event is organised by the Friends of Bassetlaw Museum. Entrance is free to FoBM Members, £3.00 to non-Members.Please note that refreshments will be available from 6.45pm, the Presentation will begin at 7.15pm

Bright future for Lindrick Players thanks to councillor grant

An amateur theatre company based in Carlton-in-Lindrick will be entertaining audiences again this year thanks to a £1,220 grant from a group of Bassetlaw District Councillors.

The funding has contributed to making essential safety improvements to the company’s sound and lighting booth, meaning they can continue to put on future performances in a safe and enjoyable way.

Sam Caudwell, Secretary of Lindrick Players, said: "We are extremely grateful for this grant, which will allow us to bring in a structural engineer to assess and certify our equipment ahead of this year’s productions and those in the future.

“Safety is at the heart of everything we do, both for our members and our audiences, and this support ensures we can continue delivering high‑quality, community theatre with confidence. Investing in this vital work helps safeguard our group for years to come, and we truly appreciate the backing for local arts."

The councillors who contributed parts of their grant to Lindrick Players are: Cllr Robin Carrington-Wilde, Cllr David Pidwell and Cllr Steve Scotthorne, Ward Members for Carlton; Cllr Gill Freeman, Ward Member for Langold; Cllr Tony Eaton, Ward Member for Worksop South; Cllr Susan Shaw, Ward Member for East Retford East and Cllr Graham Oxby, Ward Member for East Retford North.

Cllr Robin Carrington-Wilde, spoke on behalf of the councillors who contributed towards the grant and said: “Alongside my fellow councillors, I’m proud to support the Lindrick Players through this grant funding. The group plays an important role in our community, delivering high‑quality performances throughout the year, and it’s vital that they can continue to do so safely.

“By enabling the hire of a qualified structural engineer to assess the sound and lighting booth, we’re helping ensure that their productions remain professional, safe and enjoyable for everyone involved. I’m pleased we can contribute to their continued success.”

Lindrick Players has been entertaining Bassetlaw since 1971, and their aim is to provide accessible, high-quality theatre to the local community. They pride themselves on being inclusive with ticket prices and membership fees kept affordable to ensure that everyone can enjoy the performing arts.

Each year the group stage 10 performances with three full productions in January, May and in September.

To find out more about Lindrick Players and how to get tickets for their productions, follow them on Facebook.

Each Bassetlaw District Councillor is allocated a small annual budget and has the discretion to award grants to support community activities within their ward. Councillor grants may support projects related to sport, culture and heritage, environmental sustainability, social welfare, and general community benefit.

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