SHAPING THE FUTURE OF OUR DISTRICT

WE ARE looking to shape the future of the District as we have commissioned a community-led district wide regeneration.

Led by consultants Bauman Lyons Architects, the work will primarily focus on the four towns, but also include the wider settlements and areas of interest such as Creswell Crags. It will help identify the strengths and build upon them, but also look at areas that need improving.

Local residents are being urged to attend the public consultation events being held in each of the towns that will focus on four key themes:

• Well connected communities (mitigate against climate change)

• Economy (with a skilled and confident workforce)

• Sustainable (resilient) and green communities

• Healthier communitiesCouncil Leader, Councillor Ann Syrett said, “To regenerate and revitalise our District we have to work together. We talk about community regeneration, but to do that we must start by listening and talking to our communities, getting their views and making sure the towns where they live meet their needs – and this is the first step in that process.

“We have already held very successful space shaper events that have helped us bring together all levels of partnerships, organisations and people from our local communities to see what is working, what’s not working and what needs to be done.

“We can then start to look at what we need to do and how best we can do it for the benefit of our local communities.”

Irena Bauman, Bauman Lyons Architects said, “There are many resources in Bolsover District such as land and buildings but also networks of goodwill and of tacit knowledge that we are aiming to tap into to provide small step projects that will benefit the area. These are the resources that a sustainable strategy should be built on.”

The consultation events will be held as follows: � Bolsover: The Assembly Rooms, Hilltop, Bolsover, S44 6NG. 13 April from 12pm - 7pm.

� South Normanton: The Post Mill Centre, South Normanton, DE55 2EJ. 14 April from 12pm - 7pm.

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� Clowne: The Schoolroom, Clowne Methodist Church, North Road, Clowne, S43 4PF. 20 April from 12pm - 7pm.

� Shirebrook: The Christian Centre, 18-26 Main Street, Shirebrook, NG20 8DG. 21 April from 12pm - 7pm.

South Normanton Town Centre

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Bolsover District – top for new entrepreneurs

ACCORDING to new figures released by StartUp Britain, Bolsover District is an entrepreneurial hotbed.

In 2015, the District had 25 new companies registered per 1,000 residents meaning it generated more entrepreneurs per head of population than any other area of the country outside of London.

Council Leader, Councillor Ann Syrett said, “This is not something new to us as we have been helping businesses and entrepreneurs for years. With one of the highest survival rates for businesses in the country and our established business programmes where we give help and advice every step of the way, we feel Bolsover District is the ideal place for people to do business and show off their entrepreneurial skills.”

These sentiments are echoed by two entrepreneurs who have set up their own businesses in the District. Jessica Penny, General Manager of Sales at Penny Hydraulics set up the company in 1978 and turned over a record £6.7

million last year.She said “The Council is very

active in supporting local businesses, giving training, advice and help with accessing funding. They have been very, very helpful and are a real partner to us in what we do.”

Paul Blakeley and Mick Poole set up their plastics-based firm Central Polymers seven years ago in Creswell, but have since moved to bigger premises in Shirebrook after an upturn in growth in their business.

Paul said, “The district council have helped us out a lot, offering assistance with the development of our business plan, giving us a 50% reduction in our business rates and helping us access grants and funding to help our business grow. We are also ideally located next to the M1, so there is certainly a lot going for it and we have never looked back.”...................................................................

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Facts about businesses in Bolsover District

YOUR COUNCILMAIN OFFICEBolsover District Council, The Arc, High Street, Clowne S43 4JYCONTACT CENTRESBolsover: Sherwood Lodge, Bolsover S44 6NFShirebrook: 2A Main Street, Shirebrook NG20 8AWSouth Normanton:The Hub, Shiners Way, South Normanton DE55 2AAOPENING HOURSMonday ............ 9am - 5pmTuesday ............ 9am - 5pmWednesday ...... 9am - 5pmThursday .......... 9am - 5pmFriday ............... 9am - 5pm

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One incredible space. One incredible opportunity. The Tangent Business Hub has it all.Telephone 01623 749700 for more details.

• 86% of businesses in the District are Micro Businesses (0-9 employees) and 11% are Small Businesses (10-49 employees)

• The top three sectors are: Financial and other business sectors; Wholesale and retail, including motor services; and Manufacturing

• We have the fastest projected rate of employment growth of any Derbyshire authority

• We have the greatest projected annual average GVA growth until 2030 of any Derbyshire authority

• We have higher numbers of self-employed than the East Midlands and National averages

• Help to Work Scheme – offers information and free help for local residents wanting to get back to work (particularly the high numbers of those with long-term health conditions/disabilities) by becoming self-employed (example businesses: ICT, gardeners, bike repairs)

• We have a successful Apprenticeship and Traineeship programme and actively encourage young people to make the most of their skills and become ‘work ready’.

• We are investing in Town Centre Regeneration Frameworks for Bolsover, Clowne, Shirebrook and South Normanton.

Fab Four Join Council as ApprenticesFOUR young people have been given the chance to get ahead of the crowd and take advantage of every opportunity to increase their skills and knowledge, by joining us as Apprentices.

All four - Jake Rawson (17) (Apprentice Plumber), Joshua Gozzard (17) (Apprentice Electrician), Tyler Griffiths (16) (Apprentice Joiner) and Christopher Clayton (16) (Apprentice Painter) - joined our Housing Maintenance team where they have started to gain that all important work experience whilst also studying for relevant qualifications in their specific fields.

Cabinet Member for Housing, Councillor John Ritchie said, “It’s never easy for young people to get onto the work ladder so we are doing all we can to help them by providing them with the necessary skills and opportunities such as these apprenticeships.

“We have a good track record of helping young people into jobs where they will not only learn what it is like to work in the real world but also gain those all important qualifications they will need for their specific trades.

“The Council are one of the biggest employers in the area, and we are proud to invest in both people’s homes, and the future of these young people.”

The four shadow fully qualified Council operatives on a day-to-day basis learning their trade whilst also studying for their qualifications up to NVQ Level 3.

The Apprentices have been employed through the Vision Apprentices Programme, which is part of the West Nottinghamshire College Group.

Pictured left to right Jake Rawson, Joshua Gozzard, Cllr John Ritchie, Tyler Griffiths and Christopher Clayton

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Youngsters given ‘Ambition’ to succeed

Nearly 250 people have joined our ‘Ambition’ project since it launched in 2015.

Ambition provides tailor made one-to-one support for 18-24 year olds who are claiming Job Seekers Allowance.

Participants have their own individual development plan which is tailored to their job goals with the ultimate aim to get

them into employment by week-13. After which they will continue to receive one-to-one support both to help them stay in work and also to progress in work for a further 26-weeks....................................................................

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Funding for Rural BusinessesTHE BOLSOVER North East Derbyshire LEADER programme is now open for rural businesses in the area to apply for funding to help them grow.

Businesses such as farmers, tourism operators, community groups and forestry workers can apply for grant funding to help them develop their ideas for growth and jobs and boost the local economy.

Over the next five years, £1m worth of funding will be ploughed into rural businesses to help them develop and increase productivity.

The LEADER programme has agreed six priorities that will attract funding:• Increased farming productivity• Support for micro and small enterprises

and farm diversification• Support for rural tourism

• Provision of rural services• Support for cultural and

heritage activity• Increased forestry productivityThe funding is part of the Rural Development Programme for England and delivers grants using funding through the European Union and the Rural Payments Agency (RPA).

Drop-in events will also take place throughout March at the following venues for businesses to find out more about the grants available. Just turn up on the day and have a chat with our Programme Officer to see if LEADER could help with your project idea:...................................................................

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New Fund to Help Businesses GrowWE HAVE launched a new fund to help businesses grow and create jobs within the District.

The Business Growth Fund (BGF) is available for local businesses in the Bolsover, South Normanton and Shirebrook areas and will provide grants between £1,000 and £10,000 towards project costs.

The BGF is limited to these areas as they are not eligible for BNED LEADER Approach funding (see opposite).

Grants, of up to 90% of eligible costs will be awarded to businesses based upon their ability to achieve economic growth and/or jobs growth within the District.

The funding can be used for a variety of projects including:

• Extending and improving premises;

• Employing an apprentice (but not core staff costs);

• Development of the business profile to boost trade;

• Business growth items;• Business start-up costs.

Council Leader, Councillor Ann Syrett said, “This fund is the latest in a long line of initiatives we are running to help local businesses thrive, expand and become sustainable and provide them with the platform they need to succeed.

“Local independent businesses

contribute greatly to our economy and their viability is of high importance. That’s why we have committed to supporting them and I would encourage businesses who can demonstrate growth potential to contact us to see if they are eligible”.

Applications for the funding are now available via a simple two-stage process and all project activity will need to be completed by December 2018. ................................................................... W: www.bolsover.gov.uk/ business-licencing/bgf

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Growth Potential

Property to RentClowne Langwith Pleasley Vale

2a, Station Road, Clowne, Chesterfield, S43 4RWTO LET : Detached office/studio extending 702 sq ft (65.3 sq m) located in Clowne town centre.OVERVIEW » 1.8 miles (2.9 km) from J30 of the M1. » Prominent ground floor unit. » Previously trading as a photography studio. » Alternative use potential such as retail subject to planning.

207a, Main Street, Langwith, Mansfield, NG20 9HDTO LET: Café extending 622 sq ft (57.2 sqm)OVERVIEW » Fitted out with Counter/servery area with extraction. » Food preparation area with extraction and internal drainage. » Shared yard to the rear of the property. » Benefits from A3 (Restaurants & Cafes) planning use. » May be suitable for other uses subject to planning.

Offices , Mill 1, Pleasley Vale Business Park, Pleasley, Mansfield, NG19 8RLTO LET : Offices 74 sq ft to 3,451 sq ftOVERVIEW » Onsite café » Extensive car parking » CCTV (covering external area) » Onsite security lodge (manned 24 hours) » Designated post box within a central mail room » Meeting rooms (available to hire by the hour)

For more information please contact:Natalie Etches, Business Estates ManagerE: natalie.etches@bolsover.gov.uk T: 01246 242 389

Residents welcome plans to regenerate former Coalite sitePLANS to regenerate the former Coalite site have been on display as owners, Bolsover Land Ltd., held a public exhibition at the Arkwright Centre in January.

The 59ha site has lain derelict since 2004 and must be decontaminated before it is brought back into use.

The plans showed an update on the ongoing regeneration of the site, what the proposals and next steps are and highlighted the proposal for a mixed use of business and residential properties on the site.

Those attending the exhibition generally welcomed the plans and comments included:• “I feel that this site has blighted

Bolsover for a long time and needs to be developed. Whilst it is a vital part of the entrance to Bolsover and needs to be sympathetic to our

heritage it should be sustainable, and provide us with a long lasting commitment to what can be achieved.”

• “Welcome the overall development on the long term problematic site. Overview of the proposals is very informative. Timescales on decontamination appear to be very ambitious but essential that the whole site is cleared. Provides some progressive opportunities regarding employment and industry linked to Markham Vale and M1 Corridor.”

• “The cleaning up of this area is very welcome. The new development proposals look interesting. I hope it is successful.”

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Tuesday 15 March 9.30am – 12.30pm Shirebrook Tangent, Weighbridge Road, Shirebrook, NG20 8RX

Thursday 17 March 9.30am - 12.30pm Bolsover District Council offices, The Arc, High Street, Clowne, S43 4JY

Tuesday 22 March 9.30am – 12.30pm NEDDC offices, Mill Lane, Wingerworth, S42 6NG

Wednesday 23 March 9.30am - 12.30pm Holmewood Parish Pavillion, Heath Road, Holmewood, S42 5RB

Tuesday 29 March 9.30am – 12.30pm South Normanton Hub, Shiners Way, South Normanton, DE55 2AA

Wednesday 30 March 9.30am – 12.30pm Ashover Parish Hall, Milken Lane, Ashover, S45 0BA

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Providing Our CustomersNew kitchens put the heart

back into homesCOUNCIL tenants are delighted with their new kitchens as a recent survey shows 98% are satisfied with their upgrade.

The kitchen upgrade programme was delivered across the District between April 2014 and October 2015 and gave tenants the chance to improve their kitchens. The type of works varied from each property according to size and layout, with the tenants needs being the most important factor.

The kitchens are part of our commitment to improving our

tenants homes and were installed by PK Group (Chesterfield) as part of a three year programme of works running until 2017.

A satisfaction questionnaire was sent out to the tenants which asked for comments on punctuality, efficiency and politeness of the contractors as well as the choices offered.

Mr. and Mrs. Whyles of Whitwell praised the tradesmen and were very pleased with the 5 day turnaround. As part of the work they had a new kitchen window which allowed for the kitchen sink to be repositioned from

facing a brick wall to a view across their garden.

Mrs. Whyles said, “I’m over the moon with my new kitchen, it has made such a difference”. Mr Whyles added, “It’s a 250% improvement!”

Cabinet Member for Housing, Councillor John Ritchie said, “We have invested £400k for each year of the contract and we are thrilled with the result of the satisfaction survey. It’s our continuing aim to increase the quality of our council housing and improve the lives of our residents”.

Website Changes

OUR WEBSITE is set to undergo a major redesign and revamp over the coming months to make it more streamlined, interactive, business friendly and an overall better experience for the end user.

The site will include more interactive technology and mapping systems allowing users the chance to get information on where their nearest litter bin is and when it is emptied, if there are any development opportunities in the area and the ability to search for sporting and physical activities taking place near them....................................................................

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Do you want better, faster broadband for

your home or business?DIGITAL Derbyshire is a £34 million scheme to bring fibre broadband to more than 100,000 premises across the county.

Hundreds of miles of fibre optic cable are being laid – which provides a faster broadband connection than the old copper cables – and now it’s available to order in parts of Bolsover District.

Fibre broadband can make a huge difference to your everyday life whether it’s for online shopping, downloading music, watching films and TV shows over the internet, kids’ homework or working from home.

If you run a business in the area then fibre broadband could help you too. Fast and reliable broadband is as important as good road and rail links for businesses today. It can help drive up profits by expanding customer bases, helping to compete in a global marketplace − even from a rural location – and allowing management tasks such as accounting and filing to be done more efficiently and effectively online.

So far, a total of 34 green roadside cabinets containing the fibre connection have gone live as part of the Digital Derbyshire programme in Bolsover District. This is in addition to the commercial coverage which already exists for some homes and businesses in the area. A further eight cabinets are due to be installed by the end of September 2016, with more expected to go live in the second phase

of the programme between 2016-2018.To order fibre broadband follow

these five simple steps:1. Check if fibre broadband

is available in your area at www.digitalderbyshire.org.uk/check

2. Check your current broadband contract. You may be locked in for a particular period of time but some companies may allow you to upgrade.

3. Do your research. Visit www.digitalderbyshire.org.uk/providers for information about comparison websites that allow you to compare broadband packages.

4. Make your decision. Once you have chosen your broadband provider you will need to get in touch with them to place your order. They should explain what you need to do to get up and running.

5. Order and installation. Once you have placed an order for fibre broadband, your provider will tell you how and when your broadband will be installed so you can enjoy the benefits.

Digital Derbyshire is a partnership between Derbyshire County Council, Broadband Delivery UK, BT, D2N2 Local Enterprise Partnership and the European Regional Development Fund....................................................................

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...................................................................Mrs. Wyles enjoying her new kitchen

Housing AmbitionTO RUN alongside the employment Ambition project (page 3), Housing Ambition has also been set up.

Covering the council areas of Bolsover District, Chesterfield Borough, Derbyshire Dales District and North East Derbyshire District it is an innovative new project to help prevent young people aged 16 – 24 from becoming homeless and to find better ways to assist them if they do.

It is estimated that over 500 young people have problems with housing every year over the four local authority areas. Some of these young people will end up staying with various friends on sofas and floors and others will go on to be street homeless.

This can lead to difficulties in getting and keeping a job, as well as a higher than average likelihood of developing a mental health problem or using illegal

drugs. It is this downward spiral that the Housing Ambition project has been set up to help prevent.

Early advice and education is key to preventing homelessness in young people and so Housing Ambition is currently running a Homelessness Prevention project in schools. This project is being offered to all secondary schools across the four districts and uptake of the program has been fantastic with bookings for the rest of the school year.

Another way in which Housing Ambition will help to prevent homelessness is by setting up a family mediation service. This service will aim to help keep young people in the family home by reducing family conflict through mediation and will initially take referrals from Social Care, Multi Agency Teams and Local Authority Homelessness Teams.

We also offer a dedicated housing advice service to clients on the employment scheme as, without stable accommodation, it is incredibly challenging to find and maintain employment.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Tuesday 29 March - Friday 8 April 201610am - 3pm with a supervised break from 12 noon - 1pm (lunch is provided)6+ years£10 per day which includes lunch/drinkClothing suitable for physical activity should be worn. All participants are asked to wear trainers.

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WORK STARTS ON NEW CONTACT CENTRE

WORK ON refurbishing our new Contact Centre in Bolsover has started.

The Contact Centre is due to be relocated from its current location in Sherwood Lodge to the former Natwest Bank property on Cotton Street.

Contractors Beauforts are undertaking a six-week refurbishment programme that will see the property transformed and become home to not only our Contact Centre, but also host JobCentre Plus and a public toilet that will be available for use from Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.

Cabinet Member for Customer Services, Councillor Terry Connerton said, “The start of works is a great sign. It will not only bring back into use an empty property but provide a central location for people to do their council business that is easily accessible for our customers.

“We are always looking at ways where we can join up our services with other public bodies and the inclusion of JobCentre Plus as a partner is a huge benefit as it will not only provide two major public services in one building

but will also help us reduce our running costs.

“I would also like to reassure customers that there will be no change to the services provided and you will be able to do everything you did before at this new centre.”

The refurbishment works will be

completed in March 2016 with the new Contact Centre due to open in April 2016.

In addition to the new Contact Centre the car park on Middle Street has been fully reinstated with a tarmac base and is able to accommodate 32 vehicles.

Join in the conversation

More and more people are turning to Social Media to find the information they want or connect with organisations – and we are no different.

We use four Social Media platforms - Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram – where we have over 3,500 ‘likes’ on our Facebook page, and 5,000 followers on Twitter and Instagram.

We post daily updates with information on projects and schemes, events and activities being staged across the District and important community information/announcements.

This helps us provide fast interactions with you, in a less formal setting, and also gives you the chance to send us information as it happens.

Cabinet Member for IT, Councillor John Ritchie said, “Digital technology is here and here to stay so we must embrace it and make sure we are providing good two way interaction

with our local communities.“Twitter and Facebook are great

examples of this as we have had pictures and information from our residents about incidents within the District that we reacted to and dealt with much more quickly and efficiently than if someone had to come into the offices and reported it.

“It’s also a great way for us to share the beauty of our District by snapping photos of a fantastic sunrise, or event, which we can share with others.”• ‘Like’ us on Facebook www.

facebook.com/bolsoverdistrict.council

• ‘Follow’ us on Twitter @Bolsoverdc • ’Follow’ us on Instagram

@Bolsoverdc - To submit photos and engage with us you can use the hashtag #Bolsoverdc

What are you waiting for, join the digital revolution and join us online!

Pictured are (left to right): Cllr. Sue Statter, Rose Bowler, Paul Cooper, Terry Connerton, Malc Crane and Pat Cooper outside the new Contact Centre.

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Supporting our Communities to beLocal Plan

UpdateWE’VE AGREED the next steps in how the District will be developed up until 2033 as we continue with our Local Plan preparation.

A six-week consultation exercise saw almost 1,000 comments put forward on how the District should be developed, the most appropriate levels of growth and where this should take place.

We have carefully considered all of the views put forward, together with a range of evidence and used them to inform the Preferred Strategic Options for our new Local Plan.

As a result, we have approved that the following elements will form the basis of the new Local Plan, which will cover up until 2033:

• A Housing Target of 240 homes a year (total 3,600 over the plan period);

• An Employment Target of between 80 and 100 hectares over the plan period;

• A Spatial Strategy based upon delivering growth in a sustainable and managed way, balancing the need to have a range of suitable development sites that can provide a viable supply in the short term and bring forward regeneration of key sites in the medium to longer term;

• Four Strategic Sites have been supported at Bolsover North, former Coalite site, Clowne North and former Whitwell Colliery site although further work is required to identify whether development is appropriate and/or viable on all or part of these large sites.

Further work is now taking place to produce a draft Local Plan based on these strategic priorities and we’ll be seeking local residents’ views on this next stage of plan development in September 2016 when the consultation is scheduled.

Planning Committee Chairman, Councillor Duncan McGregor said, “This Plan will essentially become our bible and guide any development in the District over the next 15 to 20 years.

“There’s been a lot of hard work involved to get us to this stage and the proposals put forward will form the next stage of our consultation. Once we have finalised this draft, we want as many people as possible to come and tell us what they think about these proposals and give us their views so these can then be incorporated into the final plan.”

If you would like to be involved in this and future stages of the development of our Local Plan please telephone us on 01246 242203.

Tackling Langwith’s Anti Social Behaviour ProblemsDRINKING alcohol, littering and urinating in public and congregating nuisance groups are to be banned in pubic open spaces in Langwith after we authorised a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) for the area.

The PSPO, has been introduced following continual problems of anti social behaviour often associated with drinking throughout Langwith, especially in the Whaley Thorns area.

Unruly behaviour, urinating in public, street drinking, large groups causing intimidation, nuisance and noise has impacted on residents going about their daily business.

The introduction of the PSPO will impose conditions or restrictions on people using the area including:

• No consumption of alcohol in public

• No unsealed vessels containing alcohol

• No urinating• No littering• Not to congregate in groups of 3

or more people causing or likely to cause nuisance or anti social behaviour

• Not to make excessive noise which causes nuisance or anti social behaviour

The Order will give the Police and Council greater powers to deal with individuals who break any of the

conditions listed in the Order. Failure to comply with the PSPO will result in a Fixed Penalty Notice with a £100 fine or a conviction and fine of up to £1,000.

Langwith falls within the boundaries of both Bolsover District and Bassetlaw District and we are working together to make sure the PSPO is as effective as possible.

Cabinet Member for Community Cohesion, Councillor Karl Reid said, “Our residents concerns are our concerns, and we want to do all we can to address the daily issues they are faced with.

“This Order is a positive step in the right direction and we will continue to restrict and monitor anti social behaviour so we can deliver peace of mind to our residents and local businesses.”

The Order, which is for a three-year period with the option to extend it for a further three-years, has been supported by comments from Derbyshire Constabulary and the local community and will be monitored on a weekly basis.

New signs will be put up in the area with details of the Order....................................................................

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IDENTIFY YOUR COMMUNITY’S

GROT SPOT!FOLLOWING a national clean-up for the Queen’s birthday earlier this month, we are urging our residents to take inspiration from the event by identifying their local grot spots.

We want people to take pride in their community, not just now, but all year round, by identifying which areas have the most litter then getting in touch with us to find out how we can support you in undertaking local litter picking events.

As well as loaning equipment, such as high visibility vests, litter picking tongs and rubbish bags, we’ll also pick up the litter you collect.

Cabinet Member with responsibility for the Environment, Cllr Brian Murray-Carr, said: “We spend an awful lot of time and effort in making our streets and countryside neat and tidy but we can’t be everywhere at once.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for communities to join together to make our towns and villages cleaner places to live and I’d encourage as many individuals, community groups and organisations as possible to take part. Just tell us what you are doing, when and where and we can arrange to get the right equipment sent out to you.”

A national campaign was launched last year, to clean up Britain in time for the Queen’s 90th birthday on 21 April 2016.

And although the official clean-up weekend has now passed (4-6 March), we are hoping our residents will carry on the good work by cleaning up their communities - with our help.• Email our street cleansing team at refuse@

bolsover.gov.uk with information about the clean-up event you are planning, to find out if we can be of assistance.

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All activities are time slotted throughout the day – to have a go at everything, please turn up early!! For all ages from 7+ years. Under 16s MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All participants must have a parent consent form completed and returned on the day of the event, this can be obtained on our website. For further information visit www.bolsover.gov.uk or call Pleasley Vale Outdoor Activity Centre on 01623 812530

Canoeing

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Orienteering

Body Zorb

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OUR EXTREME Wheels Roadshows are set to go on tour across Bolsover District offering the latest in adrenaline-fuelled urban and action

sports. Activities on offer will range from mobile skate park, KMX karts, BMX side hacks, laser quest, body zorbing, slack lining and climbing wall.

As well as these cool activities, Extreme Wheels will be running BMX and Skate Jams at some skate parks in the District, providing you with the opportunity to see and meet some of the UK’s top professional BMX riders performing world class shows for you.

During 2016, Extreme Wheels have secured funding to tour the District

to deliver in local communities, open spaces and skateparks high impact activities and shows.

Keep your eyes peeled on our Facebook page and website to find out dates, times and locations where we will be appearing this year!...................................................................

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Healthier, Safer, Cleaner and Greener

BalanceabilityBalanceability is the UK’s first and only progressive accredited ‘learn to cycle’ programme for children between 3 and 6 years. Each session is constructed around games, challenges and new experiences using ergonomic balance bikes providing fun and physical activity for under 6’s. Our next Level 1 Balanceability course will be starting

on Sunday 17 April at Clowne Sports Centre for children aged 3-6 years. There are 2 times available, 9-9.45am and 10-10.45am. The cost to attend a six week course is £35....................................................................

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COMPULSORY DOG MICROCHIPPING ARE YOU READY?

DOG OWNERS across the District are being reminded that new legislation will come into force on 6 April 2016, meaning that their pet must be micro-chipped in addition to wearing a collar and tag.

The new legislation will improve animal welfare by making it easier to return a stray dog to its owner and also will help to deter dog theft.

Owners will need to:1. Have their dog micro-chipped and registered

on one of the authorised commercial databases available;

2. Register the details of any new owner before they sell or give the dog away;

3. Keep their contact details up-to-date on the microchip databases.

4. The microchip, the size of a small piece of rice, is inserted in between the dog’s shoulder blades and coded with the owner’s details.

Any owner who does not comply could face fines of up to £500.

We provide a microchipping service in addition to most veterinary practices. To arrange for your dog to be microchipped, please contact our Dog Warden on 01246 242424.

For a limited period only, if your dog wears a collar and tag inscribed with the owners details, we are able to microchip your dog free (on a first come first served basis).

Row to Rio44 SCHOOLS from across the area are aiming to row from Bolsover to Rio de Janeiro in Brazil in just 88 days.

The schools will receive 4 rowing machines for 2 days each and will be aiming to jointly cover the 5,830 miles. Each school will record their distance

and the school with the farthest recorded distance will receive a prize.

A fun chart will be displayed where the children can track how far they have travelled in the form of a boat/Rio logo which shows the start and finish destination and how the school has

contributed towards the end goal.The challenge, a partnership

between the Council and the Bolsover and District School Sports Partnership, started on 7 March and will finish on 15 July 2016.

Creative youngsters explore their community 40 YOUNGSTERS from across the District are showing their creative and caring side as they are working with a film maker to explore their communities and highlight the problems of anti social behaviour.

The filming will investigate the effects of anti social behaviour, drugs and alcohol and how it leads to crime in their communities and the impact it has on local residents, especially the vulnerable such as the elderly.

It will be based around four locations - Shirebrook, Clowne, South Normanton and Tibshelf - and will see 10 young people from each area taking part.

The young people will work with a film maker and interview residents

and local community representatives before producing a film that will be showed within the area it focuses on.

The first two sessions have already taken place at Shirebrook Academy and Heritage High School, Clowne and the next two at Frederick Gent School in South Normanton and Tibshelf School will take place between now and the end of May 2016.

The scheme is part of our Arts Awards scheme which is a national scheme led by Trinity College London and Arts Council England and is the arts equivalent of the Duke of Edinburgh Award. Bronze Arts Award is available to young people aged 11 to 25.

Pictured back row left to right: Martyn Harris, Chris Lindley, Carole Hirst, Adam Case. Front row left to right: Alex Scott, Paddy Chi, Ella Louise Sykes, Derbyshire Crime Commissioner: Alan Charles, Jessica Jacques, Charlie Jeffery and Emily Heavisides.

Adventure DaysHAVE YOU got a taste for Adventure – but don’t know where to go or haven’t got the equipment?

If so, Pleasley Vale Outdoor Activity Centre, will be opening on Saturdays from 9 April offering a wide range of supervised ‘come and have a go’ adventurous activities for all to take part in. If you’re aged 7 years old and above then come along on Saturdays to get a taste of adventure and you never know, you may become the

next Bear Grylls!

For more information about these sessions and how

to book on, please visit our website www.bolsover.gov.

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We’re very excited about this

project as it will not only maintain the heritage and history of the village, but improve local residents’ quality of life as well.

Cllr. John Ritchie

New Bolsover Model Village set for makeover

NEWS that work on a £10million project that will see New Bolsover Model Village restored to its former glory has been warmly welcomed by local residents.

The project will carry out essential repairs and restore original architectural features at the 194 dwellings that make-up the Model Village.

The main aims of the project are: • To implement a program of repair and

restoration, which will include the reinstatement of architectural detailing such as windows.

• To work in partnership with community organisations to strengthen community spirit and promote pride in local heritage.

• To improve housing and housing conditions for local people through physical improvement, better maintenance, and improved thermal efficiency.

• To provide local training and volunteering opportunities.

Work on the three-year project will start in June and will see the properties original features restored such as new cast iron rain water goods, replacing doors and windows, repairs to roofs and re-pointing of brickwork and chimneys. In addition all 138 Council-owned properties will receive internal thermal insulation.

The project has been funded by approximately £8million from our Housing Revenue Account, £1.9 million from the heritage Lottery Fund and £40k from Derbyshire County Council.

Cabinet Member for Housing, Councillor John Ritchie said. “We are investing a lot of money into this project and are delighted that the Heritage Lottery Fund share our vision and have recognised the importance and historically nature of the village by granting us this funding.”

It will also see a number of training and work experience opportunities for local people and running alongside the building work will also be an exciting programme of activities designed to engage the community, creating a better understanding of the local heritage and evoking a sense of pride in the local area.

This will include working with the local primary and secondary schools, supporting the local community group “Friends of New Bolsover”, exploring and developing volunteering opportunities including a community time bank, heritage open days, heritage big lunch and a range of other activities.

Academics and educational institutions will also be invited to get involved in the ongoing research opportunities that the project will offer in terms of understanding how historic buildings function and ways of improving

thermal performance. Councillor John Ritchie added, “We’re very

excited about this project as it will not only maintain the heritage and history of the village, but improve local residents’ quality of life as well.

“One of the underlying things we have seen from day one is the enthusiasm and pride local residents have for their community and they can’t wait for the work to start.

“We will now be talking to individuals about what is happening next, when work will start and how we will manage the process whilst work is being done on their property.”

Jonathan Platt, Head of the Heritage Lottery Fund East Midlands said “This is an ambitious and highly visionary project that will preserve an important part of the UK’s coal mining heritage whilst strengthening local pride and identity within the Model Village and connecting residents to the heritage on their doorsteps.

“New Bolsover was a model of how to do things in the 19th century and, thanks to this inspirational project and National Lottery players, it will become a model of how to get the best out of historic properties in the 21st century.”

T: 01246 242288

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History of New Bolsover Model Village

NEW BOLSOVER Model Village was built by the Bolsover Colliery Company in 1891 to accommodate its workforce and is a lasting legacy to the coal mining industry which dominated life in the town from 1891 to 1993. It was the first of a series of model villages developed by the Company, and the design was influenced by the emerging Arts and Crafts and Socialist Movements and their related Garden City ideas. At New Bolsover, this influence translated into building houses on three sides of a large square with the school which served as a village hall on the fourth side. The centre forms an open space which serves as a playground for the children as well as providing ample area for shrubberies and flowerbeds and a focal point for the community.

To accompany the colliery workers houses and the school (unfortunately now demolished), twelve villa properties for the colliery officials and administrative staff, a cooperative store, a Miners’ Welfare, a Methodist Church (also now demolished) and an orphanage were also built, together with allotments and space for cricket, bowls, tennis and football.

The buildings were listed Grade II in 1989 and 2004. The Model Village is also situated within the Bolsover Conservation Area which was first designated on 17th July 1971.

Residents’ views

“I’ve been a resident for 4 years now and love the community feel of the place. The views are stunning and there’s a great deal of wildlife to be seen around the area.

“I’m really glad this repair work is being done – it is definitely needed! The work to these buildings is welcomed and will benefit the community greatly.”Amanda Deveril

“I have lived in New Bolsover Model Village for 7 years and there are so many things I love about living here. I love the beautiful area, style of the houses, the way they are set out, they are such homely and welcoming buildings with a great sense of history.

“Where else in the country can you live in a Grade 2 listed building with such wonderful views?

“My house is cold and the fact that they will be insulated and made warm is a big bonus to me. The outside work will make the whole area look better and I’m hoping that it brings pride and community spirit back into New Bolsover.”Sharon Ward

The diagram above shows what repairs will be undertaken to the properties in New Bolsover Model Village. There will be varying levels of work undertaken on council houses and owner-occupier properties. As we are ploughing £8 million into the scheme, council tenants will receive all the repairs highlighted in both red and blue, whereas owner-occupiers will only receive the repairs coloured in red, which is funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund.

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Talent Match

Progress Update – March 2015

What is Talent Match?It’s a local employment initiative aimed at young people aged 18-24 in the She�eld City Regions (SCR), which o�ers help to those furthest from the job market, into employment and enterprise. Designed by young people for young people, the programme helps them over-come barriers to work, develop real skills for real jobs whilst meeting their needs and those of local employers.

Programme Achievements • 237 young adults on programme

• 72 secured employment• 76 undertaking training, and 6 progressed to apprenticeships• 29 regularly volunteering

Key Messages• 9 current members of the Local Advisory Group• Enterprise Taster – two sessions taking place in Chester�eld on 25 February and 24 March• Enterprise Camp: • Residential Camp for 3 days taking place 12 – 14 April • Challenge Week taking place 19 – 22 April

Employer Engagement• 15 companies o�ering work placements• Seeking work placements in: • Retail – Chester�eld and North East Derbyshire, • Outdoor/Construction/Café/Catering and Care – Bolsover and Chester�eld • Engineering and Vehicle Maintenance – Bolsover • IT and Animal Care – all four areas

What’s happening across Bassetlaw, Bolsover, Chester�eld and North East Derbyshire?

Case Study – Kayleigh Purvis‘I’m not the person I was a year ago’

Suffering from personal problems and depression, Kayleigh was eager to turn her life around and get back into employment – but was struggling to find out how to do this.

So she turned to Talent Match. She met with her Talent Coach back in October and they discussed the areas she was interested in. She was talkative and had good communication skills so this lent itself ideally to a customer focused setting.

The Coach suggested a position at a café in Clay Cross and helped Kayleigh complete her application form, which resulted in her being invited to attend an interview.

Her Coach helped her Kayleigh with a range of interview techniques to make her feel more confident, which obviously helped as she was asked to do a trial for the café. Eager to prove her worth, Kayliegh threw herself into the job and after the trial had finished she was offered a full time position. She was over the moon about this, commenting that since being at the café she has dramatically ‘improved in confidence’.

Three months later and Kayleigh is still at Kitty’s café, progressing, doing great and a notable change can be seen in her confidence. The feedback from the cafe manager has mirrored this as she has reported back that Kayleigh is getting on great with the work, has formed professional relationships with the regular customers to support business and was thoroughly enjoying the position.

Kayleigh said, “Since I’ve been at the café my whole life has changed, I now have a great circle of friends, as well as a good relationship with customers.”

To improve her knowledge and also potentially support with further employment after the wage fund, Talent Match has also funded Kayleigh to undertake her food hygiene Level 2 Award in catering. She is doing this online and fitting it around her work. Kayleigh has also found another job at her local night club on a Saturday and is managing both jobs well.

Kayleigh’s progress can be measured through her saying ‘I’m not the same person I was a year ago’.

Case Study – Jordan Berresford

Jordan has been with Talent Match for nearly a year and was referred to his Coach by his

Job Centre Adviser.

He had previously done work experience placements but had never had paid

employment. He was interested in working in retail as he enjoys working with the public

and being part of a team.

Jordan had already completed a traineeship with Chesterfield College and completed

a six-week work experience placement at The Range where he gained valuable shop floor

experience.

He had also completed an Emergency First Aid and Level 2 Food Safety course and was

receiving on-going, weekly support from Talent Match with job searching, identifying

training courses, updating his CV and interview skills.

He has always been enthusiastic about training, building on his skills and gaining

experience and this commitment and motivation has served Jordan well as in December

2015 he was employed at the newly opened Freedom Project Charity Shop in Clowne.

Jordan said” The job is great and I’m really enjoying working and helping to get the shop

established within the community. Talent Match has really helped me and I’ve had a lot

of good support.”

To help Jordan get to work, he is currently working with his Coach to access Wheels to

Work and they have managed to secure funding from the Prince’s Trust for the deposit for

the moped.

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• 9 current members of the Local Advisory Group• Enterprise taster sessions. One took place on

25 February and the other is taking place on 24 March in Chesterfield

• Enterprise Camp:• Residential Camp for 3 days taking place

12 - 14 April 2016• Challenge Week taking place 19 - 22 April 2016

• Talent Match funding from the BIG Lottery is confirmed for 2016 and 2017

• Seeking Employer Champions• Wage Fund will be re-launched

Talent Match

Progress Update

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THE FOUNDATIONS are in, the first few rows of bricks have been laid, and work is moving at a pace on the first site in our B@Home programme.

Seven energy efficient family homes are being built on a former garage site on Rogers Avenue in Creswell. These are the first of an anticipated 150 new council homes we are aiming to build in partnership with Woodhead Living.

Work on site is currently still focusing on groundworks, with bricks having reached the damp proof course. The team is managing a road closure, which is necessary in order to get services to the site. Throughout this time the site manager and his team are in regular contact with the neighbours directly affected, who have all been very supportive.

Cabinet Member for Housing, Councillor John Ritchie said, “As a Council, growth is our top priority and partnerships, like in this project, are essential to us being able to achieve our goals and unlock the growth potential in the District.

“This first site is progressing really well and will see a piece of derelict and under-utilised land turned into affordable, desirable homes for the benefit of our local communities.”

The program of works, which was

launched in December 2015, marks a four-year partnership between Woodhead and the Council. The agreement has been named B@Home and was procured through an EEM Ltd framework, that will not just see sustainable council homes built to an excellent standard, but also provide local jobs, training opportunities and investment in local businesses.

Glenn Slater, Business Development Director at Woodhead said: “The B@Home Framework is about raising standards, building aspirations and delivering high quality energy efficient homes in partnership with Bolsover District Council.

“These homes will be spaces where people want to live. There will be a strong focus on employing local people and the local community throughout this programme.”

This first development is due to be completed by July 2016, with other developments in 2016, including 25 new properties, which will be spread across four other sites across the District.

Woodhead is already working with local businesses, ensuring it targets suppliers and supply chain partners from the local area, with one sub-contractor already appointed from

the nearby village of Whitwell. Pete Smith, Managing Director

at EEM Ltd said: “As a procurement consortium we work hard to secure efficiencies for our members, but it’s just as important that we are able to have a positive impact on the communities we serve through the

delivery of our programs. “The B@Home agreement really

enables partnership working for the duration of this four year programme. As a result we can support the delivery of some very real economic and social benefits.”

BOLSOVERBrass Summer Schoolwww.bolsover.gov.uk Tel: 07979 240423

at Heritage High School, Clowne

Summer SchoolSunday 24 July – Friday 29 July 2016

CONSIDERATE CONSTRUCTORS

In February the Rogers Avenue site was visited by the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS), an independent organisation which assesses sites performance against the Code of Considerate Practice to reduce any negative impact they may have in the area and across the country.

It takes into account a site’s appearance, the focus on community engagement, the environment around it, safety of site workers and visitors, as well as the way the workforce is valued.

It also considers the contribution to the local community and economy which Woodhead prioritised through its Meet the Buyer in October, which gave local suppliers the chance to find out about opportunities available.

Already a double CCS Bronze Award winner at a national level, Woodhead Living site manager, Bob Chadwick, is experienced in delivering a high quality housing schemes. On the first of his two visits, the CCS inspector has given the Rogers Avenue site 41 out of 50, performing at an exceptional level in some sections of the code and at an excellent level in the other sections. The national average score for 2015 was around 35 out of 50. The second and final visit will take place in the summer, before the first seven homes are completed.

Bob Chadwick, Site Manager

MEET THE SITE MANAGER - BOB CHADWICK Woodhead Living is committed to supporting local businesses and offering opportunities for jobs and training to local people. But it’s the Rogers Avenue site manager, Bob Chadwick, who represents a true local focus, being a life-long Creswell resident, and living just a few hundred yards from site.

Born and raised in Creswell, 58-year-old Bob, was delighted when he heard about the opportunity to work just a stone’s throw from his front door.

“I’ve been working in construction my whole life, but it’s about 25 years since I last worked in Creswell, when I helped extend the local doctors’ surgery. Being just walking distance away has been fantastic, in fact I realised the other day that I haven’t put diesel in my Woodhead van since November!”

Being a local lad has already proven to be highly beneficial for Bob, when it comes to working in the local community.

“My wife and I have both lived in Creswell our whole lives, but I’ve often worked outside of the village, whereas my wife works at the local infant and nursery school. When I mention her, people usually say she looked after my son, daughter or grandchild and I think this gives a connection to the local community and helps when keeping in touch with our site neighbours. Through her I seem to have something in common with most people around here and that really helps when you’re keeping in touch with local people, in particular when we’re dealing with more disruptive points in the build.

“This is a fantastic local community and I’m delighted to be working in it. Everyone has so far been incredibly understanding and supportive of the work we’re doing, I very much look forward to completing these fantastic new homes and seeing new tenants move in.”

First B@Home Properties are well underway

Pictured are (left to right): Cllr. John Ritchie, Cllr. Ken Walker (Council Chair) and Glenn Slater at the sod cutting ceremony for the Rogers Avenue site.

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Services we can offer to youWHETHER it’s having your car serviced, a private road you need cleaning, assistance maintaining your garden, or if you need a commercial waste carrier, we can help!

A round-up of the competitively priced works we carry out for residents and businesses can be found below:

Street cleansing on private land

Residents and businesses/organisations can commission our experienced, reliable Street Cleansing staff to carry out regular or one-off, private street cleansing work such as:

• Gully cleansing on private streets

• Sweeping private car parks

• Clearing fly-tipped items on private land.

We can also provide a service to clean up a public highway, such

as mud build-up from a house build etc.

Commercial waste collections

The Commercial Refuse Service is available to all companies and businesses (including schools and residential/nursing homes - non-medical) located within Bolsover District.

All businesses have a legal duty to ensure they have proper and adequate arrangements in place to deal with the disposal of waste arising from their commercial trading activity.

Gardening

Our team of gardening experts provide a full range of services to keep your garden looking at its best.

Please get in touch so we can provide a quote to look after your garden, whether it is privately owned or rented.

We offer:• Hedge trimming • Grass cutting • Tree pruning and felling

works • Shrub and border

maintenance. MOT testingOur qualified, experience technicians can carry out a full MOT test on your vehicle, and because we’re not in the business of fixing cars you can be sure to get an honest, unbiased test carried out to the highest standards.

Our MOT testing centre can be found at Riverside Depot, Mansfield Road, Doe Lea, S44 5NY, Tel: 01246 593055.

We are also able to provide servicing and repair of a wide range of motor cars, light commercial vans and large commercial vehicles.

• For more information about all our competitively-priced and professional services, please contact us on 01246 242424 or visit www.bolsover.gov.uk/services

Transforming

Futsal Tuesday 12 April - 19 July (14 weeks) 4:30 - 5:30pm.

Friday 15 April - 22 July (14 weeks) 4:00 - 5:00pm.

Cost £3.50 per session, upfront payment required. Sibling rates available.

Community football development programme for children aged 5-13 years delivered by FA & UEFA licenced coaches. For more information call 01246 242365 or email adam.norman@bolsover.gov.ukBolsover Sports Development

@Clowne Sports Centre

Police and Crime

Commissioner Election

ON THURSDAY 5th May 2016, an election will be held across Derbyshire to elect the new Police and Crime Commissioner for the Derbyshire police force area. The role of the Police and Crime Commissioner is to be the voice of the people and hold the police to account. They are responsible for all areas of policing.

Details of the candidates standing for election will be published after close of nominations on 7th April 2016.

To be eligible to vote in this election you must be included on the electoral roll. You can register at www.gov.uk/register-to-vote. If you are not sure whether you’re registered you can check by contacting Electoral Services at electoral.enquiries@bolsover.gov.uk or 01246 242424.

The last date for applications to be received in time to vote in this election is Monday 18th April 2016. The simplest way to do this is by applying online at www.gov.uk/register-to-vote, or you can contact us for an application form. If you know you are likely to be away on holiday or you will be unable to get to your local polling station, you can apply for an absent vote. Applications to vote by post must be received by 5pm on Tuesday 19th April and proxy applications by Tuesday 26th April 2016.

Report your neighbourhood issues onlineIN JULY last year we launched a new reporting system on our website called Do It Online.

Since then 227 people have created accounts and in January we had 64 reports, the most so far, with the most popular reporting area being dog fouling and fly tipping.

New services are being added all the time to help make it easier for local residents to report problems within their communities quickly easily and at anytime.

So if you spot a problem such as dog mess, litter, noise or fly tipping then why not log onto our website and report it at the touch of a button.

Reports can be made anonymously with complete confidence, but you can also register for an account. This would mean that every time you access the system it will remember your details so you don’t have to keep logging in when you want to use the service.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Green bin collections start again

RESIDENTS across Bolsover District are reminded that green bin collections have started again.

Green bin collections are suspended over the winter months when people are less active in the garden and there is little green waste being produced.

However, with spring just around the corner and people eager to get back out into their gardens, collections have started again.

Residents are reminded that items such as

grass cuttings, leaves, plant clippings and pet bedding from small animals can all be placed in their green bins, as well as fruit and vegetable waste and cooked food leftovers.

So you can see at a glance what can and can’t go in your green bin, just cut out and keep our handy guide (below).

Also, please remember to check your waste and recycling calendar for the exact start date for your green bin collection, or visit www.bolsover.gov.uk for more information.

Council apologises for bin information mix-upBACK IN February we introduced changes to our wheelie bin service to make it more streamlined with collections now being undertaken in dedicated teams on a north/south split.

The majority of households were affected and received either a change of collection day or week and received letters and/or a revised collection calendar, which highlighted their new collection day and which bin (black then burgundy and green) to present and when.

Cabinet Member for the Environment, Councillor Brian Murray-Carr said, “There were problems with information being sent to the wrong households causing confusion to

residents on when to present their bins. This is clearly not acceptable and we apologise for any inconvenience caused by this mix-up. We reacted to try and resolve the problem by providing extra bin collections and collecting side waste as well.

“Although we’ve had a few initial teething problems, the changes will improve the efficiency of the service, making it more cost-effective and providing a better service to households - which is our ultimate aim.”

You can check your collection day by visiting www.bolsover.gov.uk and using the ‘When is my bin collection’ widget on our website.

What can I put in my bins?Refuse Collection Please help us to help you:

• Ensure wheelie bins are presented at the kerbside or an agreed collection point on the day of collection by no later than 6am.

• Please ensure the lid is fully closed (flat lid)

• SIDE WASTE IS NOT TAKEN AT ANY TIME with your black or green bins.

• Please don’t overload your bin. • Large card packaging may be

presented with your burgundy bins.

• Recycle as much of your waste as possible, using your burgundy bin.

• Household bulky waste can be disposed of free of charge at the Household Waste Recycling Centres at Stonegravels, Sheffield Road, Chesterfield and also at Buttermilk Lane (between Long Duckmanton and Bolsover).

• We provide a bulk collection service. A small charge is made. Please call 01246 242424.

What can I put in my green bin? 9 Grass cuttings, flowers and weeds 9 Leaves, hedge and plant clippings, prunings 9 Left over fruit, salad, vegetable waste, egg shells 9 Pet bedding from small animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters 9 Cooked food left overs – bread, pastries, pasta, meat, fish (raw and cooked – including bones) plate scrapings, teabags and coffee grounds

What must I NOT put in my green bin?

8Cardboard boxes and card packaging - these go in your burgundy bin (see below) 8Wallpaper and wrapping paper Waxed packaging – such as juice cartons - these go in your burgundy bin (see below) 8Stone, rubble, soil or turf 8Dog and cat waste 8Disposable nappies 8Plastic of any sort – these go in your

burgundy bin (see below) 8All TYPES of bin liners, carrier bags, packaging, foil or polystyrene 8Bottles, cans and papers - these go in your burgundy bin (see below) 8Timber or plywood 8Ashes

Please do not contaminate your green bin with unsuitable waste as we will be unable to collect it.

What can I put in my burgundy bin? In the burgundy bin:

9Mixed plastics (i.e. bottles, food trays, yoghurt and margarine tubs) 9 Empty food tins and drink cans 9 Glass bottles and jars 9 Flattened cardboard 9 Empty aerosols 9 Textiles (in a plastic bag please) 9 Brown paper envelopes 9 Small household batteries (in a plastic bag) 9 Foil and foil food trays (washed and squashed) 9Waxed food packaging (ie. milk, fruit juice containers)

Inner box:

9 Newspapers and magazines 9 Paper 9 Telephone directories 9 Catalogues 9 Junk mail 9 Glossy pamphlets 9White envelopes 9 Shredded paper (weighed down in bottom by other papers)

Extra recycling, that won’t fit in your burgundy bin, can be presented in a clearly labelled box or bag at the side of the burgundy bin on collection day. Large cardboard packaging may also be put at the side of your burgundy bin.

What must I NOT put in my burgundy bin?

8Plastic/Carrier bags, unless used to contain textiles or batteries 8Windowpanes, cookware, pyrex, windscreens 8Plastic films, polystyrene 8Household waste - such as nappies, food waste, dog waste 8Wrapping paper and greetings cards

Your three bin systemNon-recyclable waste

collected fortnightlyRecyclable waste

collected fortnightlyGreen waste

collected fortnightly

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EventsMarch19 March – 17 April

Spring Family Crafts at Hardwick Hall. Free (normal admission price for Hall). Come along and enjoy a range of self led activities, crafts and trails throughout the school holidays. Everything from sensory herby playdough to Easter hats. Activities will vary each day. Email hardwickhall@nationaltrust.org.uk

20 Sport Relief Mile at Silverhill Trail, Tibshelf. Walk, jog or run a 1, 3 or 6 mile course for Sport Relief. Visit my.sportrelief.com

25-28 Easter Adventure Quest at Bolsover Castle. Normal admission plus £1 uplift for the event. 01246 822844.

25 March – 10 April Easter Egg Hunt at Creswell Crags. Follow the Easter children’s trail from 10am to 4pm. Costs £2 and no booking required.

25-28 Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt at Hardwick Hall. £3 plus normal admission fee applies. From 11am to 4pm enjoy the Easter trails around the house, garden and Lady Spencer’s Wood. There is a chocolate reward for everyone and there will be plenty of fun for all the family. Email hardwickhall@nationaltrust.org.uk

29 March – 8 April Multi-Sport Holiday Programme sessions at Clowne Sports Centre for children 6+ years from 10am to 3pm. Prices start at £10 per day which includes a healthy lunch and drink. Tel 01246 242366 to register your interest.

30 Planning Committee at The Arc, Clowne starting at 10am. Council committee meeting to discuss planning applications. Tel 01246 242424.

30-31 Easter Crafts at Creswell Crags. From 11am to 3pm and costs £2. No booking required.

April4 Executive at The Arc, Clowne. Council meeting

starting at 10am. Tel 01246 242424.7 Council at the The Arc, Clowne. Full council

meeting starting at 10am. Tel 01246 2424247 Easter Crafts at Creswell Crags. From 10am to 3pm

and costs £2. No booking required.12 April - 19 July

Futsal Sessions at Clowne Sports Centre. This community football development programme aimed at 5-13 year olds is delivered by FA and UEFA licensed coaches. Costs £3.50 per session and telephone 01246 242365 to book.

13 – 14 Easter Crafts at Creswell Crags. From 10am to 3pm and costs £2. No booking required.

15 April - 22 July Futsal sessions at Clowne Sports Centre. This community football development programme aimed at 5-13 year olds is delivered by FA and UEFA

licensed coaches. Costs £3.50 per session and telephone 01246 242365 to book.

17 April – 22 May Balanceability Courses at Clowne Sports Centre. This six-week course aimed at learning your child how to ride a bike correctly and safely is aimed at 3-6 years olds. There are 2 sessions available at 9-9.45am and 10-10.45am. The cost is £35 and booking is essential on 01246 242364.

21 Bat Evening at Creswell Crags. Bat evening with local bat expert Derrick Eames. Starts at 7.30pm and costs £7. Tel: 01909 720378 as booking is essential.

22 Breathe Easy at The Post Mill Centre, South Normanton. Anyone with breathing issues is welcome to attend to better understand and manage their condition. Admission and refreshments are free. Held from 1.30 to 3.30pm.

25 Executive at The Arc, Clowne. Council meeting starting at 10am. Tel 01246 242424.

27 Council at the The Arc, Clowne. Full council meeting starting at 10am. Tel 01246 242424.

May2 Mayday Event at Whitwell Community Centre.

Maypole dancing display. Other entertainment may include a brass band, choir and other music. There will be stalls and opportunities to purchase refreshments. Tel: 01909 723490.

4 Planning Committee at The Arc, Clowne starting at 10am. Council committee meeting to discuss planning applications. Tel 01246 242424.

5 Police and Crime Commissioner Election. Tel 01246 242435.

8 Classic Car Show. Held on Shirebrook Market between 10am and 3pm. Admission is free. Tel 01623 742475.

20 Breathe Easy at The Post Mill Centre, South Normanton. Anyone with breathing issues is welcome to attend to better understand and manage their condition. Admission and refreshments are free. Held from 1.30 to 3.30pm.

22 Bolsover Hill Races in aid of the new MacMillan Cancer Centre at Chesterfield Royal Hospital. Running, Cycling and Nordic Walking events, all abilities and ages welcome. Starting on Villas Road and ending at the Cenotaph in Bolsover town centre where the whole family can enjoy food drink and gift stalls, a charity auction and the Big Hill Quiz at the Blue Bell. Visit www.bolsoverhillrace.co.uk for more information and to enter.

22 Live and Local Dorothy’s War at Pinxton Village Hall. Tel: 01623 580046.

28 May – 5 June The Hardwick Rose Festival. Free but normal admission fee applies. Join us at the beginning of the Hardwick Rose festival. This year we are celebrating the life of Duchess Evelyn and the Hardwick roses she loved so much. There will be flower based crafts for all ages to enjoy and a flower trail in the East Court. Email hardwickhall@nationaltrust.org.uk

June17 Breathe Easy at The Post Mill Centre, South

Normanton. Anyone with breathing issues is welcome to attend to better understand and manage their condition. Admission and refreshments are free. Held from 1.30 to 3.30pm.

19 Food Festival at Creswell Crags. Tel 01909 720378.25 Scarcliffe Soapbox Derby. Build your own

soapbox and race through the streets of Scarcliffe in aid of two charities - Ashgate Hospice and CLIC Sargent. There will be live music and children’s entertainment along with stalls. Visit www.scarcliffesoapboxderby.co.uk

26 Brass in the Park. Held on Shirebrook Town Park between 2-4pm. Admission is free. Tel 01623 742475.

26 Bolsover Gala on Hornscroft Park. Starting at 11am there will be fun activities for all the family to enjoy.

July1 South Normanton Gala at Postmill Centre. Live

music and refreshments available from 7pm. This event is free

2 South Normanton Gala at Postmill Centre. A parade with marching bands and floats will start at 11am from The Hub car-park. At 12 noon the main event starts on the Parish field next to The Postmill Community Centre. Events include live music, fun fair, competitions, stalls, local groups, displays, food plus much more. This event is free.

8 A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Creswell Crags in the outdoor theatre. Starts at 7pm. Tel: 01909 720378 as booking is essential.

9 Fodens Band in Concert. Starting at 7pm at Shirebrook Leisure centre, tickets are £12 Adult - £12 Concessions. Tel 01623 742475/748313.

10 Shirebrook Open Brass Band Contest. Tel 01623 742475.

15 Breathe Easy at The Post Mill Centre, South Normanton. Anyone with breathing issues is welcome to attend to better understand and manage their condition. Admission and refreshments are free. Held from 1.30 to 3.30pm.

15-17 Stainsby Folk Festival. This is the 48th year of the Stainsby Folk Festival which includes musical fun for all ages. To purchase tickets please telephone 01246 851337 or visit www.stainsbyfestival.org.uk

23 Whitwell Gala. Entertainment may include a magician, crazy golf, giant board games, puppets, bouncy castle, ju jitsu and air cadet displays, circus skills, walk around figures, brass band, steel band, live music, hot food and drink available to purchase. Tel: 01909 723490.

23 Archaeology Day at Creswell Crags. Starting at 11am until 3pm. This event is free and no booking is required.

24 – 29 Brass Summer School. Staged at Heritage High School in Clowne and a number of other venues across the District, this course will give budding musicians the chance to learn from the experts and take part in a mass concert. Prices vary. Tel 07979 240423.

24 Brass in the Park. Held on Shirebrook Town Park between 2-4pm. Admission is free. Tel 01623 742475.

24 Adventure Festival 2016. Held Pleasley Vale Outdoor Activity Centre between 10am-4pm. Admission is free. Visit www.bolsover.gov.uk or Tel 01623 812530.

30 – 31 Bolsover Food and Drink festival held in the town centre. A food lovers paradise with a variety of fayre from all across the region. Tel 01246 823809.

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WORK IS well underway on the construction of new £4 million enhanced leisure facility at our main headquarters in Clowne.

Workers have been on site since early January and have already dug out the foundations and started to erect the steel frame.

The extension to the existing facilities at Clowne Sports Centre will bring with it a new swimming pool with water slide and improved leisure and sporting facilities.

Once completed the enhanced facility will include:

• 25m swimming pool and smaller

teaching pool • Water slide• Sauna/steam room • 100 station gym • Group exercise rooms

and a spinning studio • Sports Hall• Food and beverage offer • Children’s ‘soft play’ zone • Outdoor pitches• Universal changing facilities

Cabinet Member for Leisure, Councillor Mary Dooley said that it had taken years of consultation and planning to get to this stage.

“Work is progressing really well. I’m

extremely proud of the effort put in so far and I look forward to when it is all complete and the first users are walking through the door.

“Improving choice to leisure and sporting activities is one of our main aims and this new facility will provide a massive boost to health and wellbeing in the District and help to meet our aim of increasing participation in sport and recreational activities, having fun and staying fit.

“It will be a great asset for the District and provide people with a facility that has something for babies to seniors so they can come and have a leisurely

splash about, relax in our health suite or get expert advice on their training regime.”

The enhanced facility is being built by our strategic leisure development partner PULSE and will cost £4million. However, with the increase in usage and income and the reduction in maintenance costs, the project is anticipated to save the Council in excess of £3m over the next 20 years after the cost of the investment has been met.

Chris Johnson, Managing Director at PULSE, said, “We are delighted to be officially starting on this new venture with Bolsover District Council. With our

previous experience as a strategic leisure development partner, I am confident that by working in partnership with the Council we will ensure that this new facility offers a fantastic range of facilities for the whole community to enjoy.”

The new facility is set to open its doors to the public in January 2017, but you can see how it will look by visiting www.bolsover.gov.uk and clicking on the video walk-through of the new facility.

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GET READY TO GO! ACTIVE

What’s in a name?

THE NEW facility at Clowne will receive a brand new name and logo – Go! Active @The Arc.The overall brand highlights where the facility is (The Arc) and gives a message to people to ‘go...be active’.

We have developed the brand to market the new facility as an all encompassing one that offers a range of health, wellbeing and physical activities for a variety of people to participate in and enjoy.

The Go! encompassed in the circle lends itself to a number of sub brands and other marketing campaigns, allowing us to promote the various elements and functions within the new facility. Sub-brands have been created that will use different colours and the word Go! encompassed in a circle. These include (but not limited to) Go! Swim, Go! Exercise, Go! Play, etc.

These sub-brands will be used across a wide range of communications and marketing campaigns to help promote the various activities and sessions that will be on offer.

Youth Hubs

Based at Queen Elizabeth II Recreation Ground, Bakestone Moor Tuesdays 7:00 - 9:00pmFor youngsters 12 years and older

Outdoor sports Music Indoor activities

For more information call01246 242362

On Your Wavelength Free of charge!

Based at Glapwell Centre Wednesdays 7:00 - 9:00pmFor youngsters 12 years and older

Outdoor sports Music Indoor activities