25,000 essential items have been made and donated to the NHS & Keyworkers by Nottingham’s ‘For the Love of Scrubs’ volunteer group! The Nottingham chapter of the national ‘For the Love of Scrubs’ movement began 13 weeks ago. Originally being set up by three women who just wanted to help … [Read more...]
Drivers to pay for on-street car parking again in Nottingham
On-street parking charges will be re-introduced on Nottingham’s streets next week – although key workers will still be able to park for free. Nottingham City Council relaxed charges and enforcement in March at the start of the coronavirus lockdown restrictions to help support the pandemic … [Read more...]
Safer Travel Guidance for Passengers
The Department for Transport (DfT) published Safer Travel Guidance for Passengers earlier this week, which Nottingham City Transport has now reviewed and are following in full. When thinking about travelling, people must STAY ALERT and this means they must: stay at home as much as possiblework … [Read more...]
Nottingham man donates thousands of ear protectors for keyworkers
Alan Hudson from Ollerton, Nottingham has been busy using his lockdown time to print thousands of plastic clips called ‘Ear Savers’, saving keyworker’s ears from the pressure of wearing surgical masks. Many keyworkers on the front line during the Coronavirus pandemic are wearing PPE … [Read more...]
Nottingham gets creative during the Covid-19 lockdown
Last week Nottingham Local News asked the residents of Nottingham to send in photos of any creations they have made during the lockdown due to the Coronavirus pandemic. A huge response was received, ranging from photography, art and even creative ways to show support of our wonderful keyworkers … [Read more...]
Eye-catching tribute to tram drivers
Two schoolboys have paid a special tribute to Nottingham’s tram drivers for helping to keep the city moving during the coronavirus lockdown. Brothers Toby and Henry Stapleton, who live in Sherwood, have been helping to lift the spirits of tram employees by making their own ‘Thank you NET drivers’ … [Read more...]
Masks for the Masses
It is in these uncertain times that Footfalls wants to give something back to a city that has given us so much. We are very excited to announce Masks for the Masses, a new initiative to help supply masks to key workers and organisations in Nottingham and the surrounding … [Read more...]
Nursery Group remains open to support Key worker families after £1.6 million funding boost
One of the UK’s largest family-owned and managed nursery groups will be able to keep its doors open to the children of key workers during the coronavirus lockdown after securing a £1.6 million loan from Lloyds Bank, brokered by Goodman Corporate Finance. Children 1st Day Nurseries has 24 sites … [Read more...]
Tram tribute to NHS and key workers
Employees of Nottingham’s tram network are set to join the nation in paying tribute to the efforts of key workers during the coronavirus outbreak. At 8.00pm on Thursday, all trams will come to a safe stop to allow staff and customers to join in applause for medical personnel, care workers and … [Read more...]
Free parking permits for NHS workers, social care staff, key workers and volunteers
Nottinghamshire County Council and all Nottinghamshire district and borough councils have launched a free parking permit for NHS and social care workers. The permits allow eligible staff to park for an unlimited time on single yellow lines, in residents parking areas, limited waiting bays, or … [Read more...]