Rogue Traders, Road Closures, Charity Fundraising & More
Good morning readers and happy Thursday to you all. Its been a busy news week in Bassetlaw and surrounding area - its cuppa and a chocolate Hobnob time (other biscuits are available !) .... here is another packed daily newsletter!
Our pick of the full length stories from the last 24 hours are in today's edition, including of course - your daily puzzle fix.
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WORKSOP ROAD CLOSURES FOLLOWING ACCIDENT: Police Officers are dealing with a serious road traffic collision on the A57 in Worksop
An incident happened just after 10.30pm on Wednesday June 10, 2026 and involved a single vehicle and a pedestrian.
Police advise at time of writing (08:00am June 11, 2026) that the incident will affect a number of roads on the morning of June 11 with drivers being urged to avoid the area and find alternative routes.
Officers have closed off the A57 to the A60 junction, which includes the Netherton Road roundabout (B6034).
Nottinghamshire Police have apologised for any inconvenience this is likely to cause. The road is expected to be closed for some time while a thorough investigation takes place.
London Marathon runners raise more than £21,000 for Beaumond House
Funds raised will support vital hospice care for patients and families across North Nottinghamshire
More than £21,000 has been raised for Newark-based Beaumond House Hospice Care through supporters running the London Marathon in aid of the charity.
A total of £21,172 has been raised by the five runners who represented Beamond House, taking on the iconic 26.2 mile challenge on Sunday 26 April 2026.
The funds will allow the hospice to continue providing supportive palliative care to patients and their families across North Nottinghamshire, including In Patient Care, Day Therapy, Hospice at Home and Complementary Therapy.
Among those taking part in the marathon were sisters Melissa Anstey and Louise Tucker, who ran in memory of their later father, Richard. Beaumond House supported Richard and the family after he was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer in 1995, and the sisters were inspired to run the marathon after finding a photograph of their father running it himself 45 years ago.
Reflecting on the race, Melissa said:
“We raised £5,325 in total which we are so proud about. It was such an incredible event - the crowds could not have been more supportive and they got us through the times that were tough.
“Running past the landmarks was fab, but from mile 18 it was tough going. We stuck in it together and got through it holding hands.
“We weren’t there for a time - but we were there for the charity in our Dad’s memory. We crossed the finish line holding Beaumond House’s flag and holding our Dad’s medal!”
After their father’s death, Beaumond House helped Melissa and Louise to understand and process their loss as children. The hospice left a lasting impact on the sisters, inspiring them to fundraise for the charity and benefit other families facing similar experiences.
Caroline Swindin, Head of Fundraising at Beaumond House Hospice Care, said:
“We are incredibly grateful to everyone who took part in this year’s London Marathon in support of Beaumond House.
“To raise more than £21,000 is a fantastic achievement and the dedication shown by our runners has been truly inspiring. Every penny raised will go towards providing compassionate care and support for patients and families when they need it most, enabling our local communities to live well and die well.”
Beaumond House relies on donations and community fundraising efforts to continue its positive impacts, with events such as the London Marathon and upcoming Newark Half Marathon playing a key role in facilitating its vital work.
To learn more about ways to fundraise for Beaumond House, visit www.beaumondhouse.co.uk/challenge-events.
To find out more about Beaumond House, visit www.beaumondhouse.co.uk or call 01636 610556 to speak to a member of the team.
Warning issued after police arrest suspect in Worksop rogue trading investigation
Residents are warned to be vigilant following an arrest in connection with suspected rogue trading in Worksop.
The victim, a man aged in his 80s, was deceived into handing over his bank card and PIN code after a group of men turned up at his address and asked if he needed any work doing to his house.
He said 'no' but regardless of this, they got some ladders out and climbed up onto his roof and told him that it needed fixing.
They initially told him the work would cost £30 but he was then told it would be £10,000 to fix his roof.
One of men told the victim they could get paid if he gave him his bank card and PIN code, and they would withdraw daily amounts.
The victim, who said he was prevented from calling his daughter about it, gave them his card and PIN code.
The incident happened on Friday 13 February. The victim later told his daughter what had happened.
His bank card was fraudulently used to withdraw cash on a daily basis, with more than £4,000 taken out, before his card was cancelled.
No work was carried out.
Police have been carrying out inquiries into the incident, including checking CCTV footage. They also visited the victim, giving him advice to prevent further fraud as well as contact details if he needed any help in the future.
Following their inquiries, officers arrested a 23-year-old man on Saturday (6 June) on suspicion of fraud by false representation.
He was additionally arrested on suspicion of a car key burglary committed in Gringley-on-the-Hill, Bassetlaw, between 29 and 30 January.
He was subsequently released on conditional bail. Investigations remain ongoing.
PC Daniel Gray, of Nottinghamshire Police, said:
“Crimes like these can have a huge impact on victims and that is why we robustly investigate reports.
"I'd remind people to always be cautious if somebody knocks at your door unexpectedly and offers to carry out repairs, and only agree to any work if you are confident it is needed and that you can trust the person who is carrying it out.
"Don't allow anyone to pressure you into agreeing to have work carried out. If you ask them to leave and they don't, contact the police.
"Never hand over your bank card and if a suspicious person refuses to leave, tries to force entry, or if you feel threatened or in danger then call 999 immediately.
"If you believe you, a member of your family, or a neighbour have been targeted by a rogue trader then please report it to us as soon as possible so we can take action to protect other people from financial harm."
More than 20 new apartments are set to be built near a Nottinghamshire Energy Village near Ollerton
By: Lauren Monaghan
Developer Whytemac Ltd’s plans to reuse old car park space for new modern apartments has been approved by Newark and Sherwood District Council.
The patch of land off Latimer Way is within the site of the Sherwood Energy Village in Ollerton, a 91-acre environmentally friendly business park which was created to regenerate an old coalfield after Ollerton Colliery closed in 1994.
There is already a two-story office block on the site off Latimer Way called Prospect House, which was recently given permission to be converted into apartments.
But the rest of land behind the block is the vacant office car park which is now grown-out – it is this part that developers want to use for further homes.
Now, developer Whytemac is set to build a new L-shaped apartment complex for 26 “generous” one-bed flats which will all feature an open-plan living, kitchen and dining area.
The complex being split into two wings is to break up the “massing” of the building, which will be two storeys in one part and three storeys in the other.
The same access off Latimer Way to serve the converted office block will be used for the new apartments, where 49 spaces will be available for both buildings.
Usually, most new housing schemes of around 11 homes or more have to set some homes aside for affordable housing to help the local authority address its housing need.
But the developer’s ‘viability’ assessment says its project is not able to provide any affordable homes or developer contributions as it would lead to a deficit, which the authority has accepted.
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Newark Market place redevelopment to begin January next year
By: Joe Locker
An historic Nottinghamshire market place is set to be redeveloped next year – but the proposals have prompted concerns.
Just over £3.6 million is being spent regenerating Newark Market Place, including putting in trees and benches, and making the area more accessible.
This will include flattening the market square by reducing the amount of cobbled surface to make it wheelchair and pram friendly, and consolidating market stalls to make the most of the space for other events and al fresco dining opportunities.
Newark and Sherwood District Council has said some preliminary works have started, and the next steps will include appointing a contractor.
It is hoping to begin work in January 2027, with completion expected 11 to 12 months later.
However, the proposals have given rise to concerns from some, including members of Newark Town Council.
The loss of the historic cobbles, 12 metre-high trees “spoiling historic buildings”, and other design concerns have been raised by Conservative town councillor Mathew Skinner.
He told the Local Democracy Reporting Service consultation on the scheme had been poor and that no planning permission was being sought.
He added:
“Generally people are mortified if you look online.
“We need better engagement, the removal of the trees, and the historic cobbles to be kept.”
In response, Cllr Paul Peacock (Lab), the leader of the council, told the Local Democracy Reporting Service the council has conducted two periods of consultation, one which received 1,500 responses, while the authority has permitted development rights for the site.
“The final designs will be put to the people before sign-off,” he said.
“The council commissioned a company, Allies & Morrison [urban designers and architects], just before the election to do a masterplan.
“People wanted to see more greenery, more benches, and they did not want to see market stalls there all the time.
“The cobbles are not very accessible. We want to level it out.
“You are always going to find someone who is not happy about this.”
At a cabinet meeting on Tuesday (June 9, 2026), where an update on the plans was given, Cllr Paul Taylor (Lab) added:
“I appreciate different people have different views.
“Whether or not there are trees, people have a right to disagree. What they don’t have a right to do is try and destroy the project because with all history, things change over time, and we need to see the improvement in the market square so it becomes a flexible and accessible area to build on what we have in Newark.
“We need to be able to have a square that really helps to generate activity and events. The redesign will massively improve that square.
“I don’t want to see any Luddites actually stopping what can be a fantastic project. Time is tight and we’ve got to get on and deliver for the people of Newark a new and improved town square.”
Providing more detail on the timeframe of the project, Cllr Peacock said the council had opted to begin work in January next year to avoid disruption on the market place over Christmas.
“We hope we can do it in time so that the following year Christmas, and the lights, might not be affected,” he said.
Energy debt and unfair charges resolved by Green Doctor
Hilary from Nottingham was incorrectly billed by her energy supplier as a business account, overcharging her and leaving her with an unfair £1,600 debt.
The Green Doctor, a free energy advice service by charity Groundwork Five Counties, helped her to get the debt waived, her bills lowered, and her account switched to domestic.
In October Hilary and her family moved into a house in Nottingham city centre, previously used as student accommodation. Because of this, the electricity supplier billed Hilary as a business account despite her making multiple attempts to rectify their mistake.
Hilary’s husband has chronic health conditions, and they have a young grandson with severe autism who requires care around the clock. It’s important that their home is stress-free, which wasn’t possible when she was worrying about energy bills and making regular long phone calls to the supplier.
The family was referred to the Green Doctor, an energy and money-saving advice service that helps households in the East Midlands to tackle high utility bills, debt, damp and mould, and other related issues.
Green Doctor Mayita visited Hilary and reviewed her bills, noting she was wrongly charged over £300 a month through a business rate, with a debt totalling £1,600. They rang the supplier together several times to set things right.
Hilary says:
“Mayita was fantastic and so helpful. She went to all sorts of trouble like crawling around on the floor to find the serial number of the electricity meter so the supplier could double-check it on their system!
“The debt was mostly waived, and we worked out that my actual monthly bill is around £120 and not £300 as they had assumed. It’s such a relief to be done with this after months of anxiety and uncertainty. However, I will be taking this further with the Energy Ombudsman as it’s been very poor service from the energy supplier, especially when we’re classed as a vulnerable household.
“I could not have done this without Mayita, and I’m very grateful for her support. I highly recommend the Green Doctor, it’s completely free and they have so much knowledge that can be a huge help.”
The fully funded Green Doctor service is available anywhere in the East Midlands to people of any age and background, whether they own their home, rent, or are a council or social housing tenant.
For more information and to get a free home visit, visit the website: www.groundwork.org.uk/fivecounties/green-doctor
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