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David Cameron is now having a tantrum over the future of EU

July 6, 2014, 12:02 pm
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DAVID Cameron has now been presented with the EU manifesto for the next five years.

There is no mention of renegotiation of terms for UK membership.

Indeed, the Polish Foreign Minister has used some fairly blunt language to rubbish both Cameron's aims and methods.

On top of this, the process of appointing a new Commission President is exercising Mr Cameron's intellect to the limit.

He was desperate to avoid Jean-Claude Juncker getting the post, as he knows he won't be able to keep the lid on the EU's ambition to create a federal European state.

For Cameron, having fought tooth and nail to avoid an in-out referendum, he's now being quoted as saying Juncker's appointment could signal the exit for the UK. It sounds like a tantrum to me, as I can't believe he's changed his position after all this time.

The people of the United Kingdom deserve to be consulted over the way forward and just what kind of relationship we have with the EU.

The Lib Dems are almost honourable in sticking to their position of "the party of in", even though it isn't popular. I say "almost" because they are cracking on the referendum issue.

Both Labour and Tory are also "parties of in" but are prepared to shift their positions to get elected – when they'll feel safe to resume normal service and trample all over us.

UKIP has always pushed for a referendum. We are long overdue for a review of our relationship with the EU. If we are to become a mere province in some new superstate, we should be asked, and what would successive generations think of our decision?

The sovereignty of a nation lies with its people, not its government. It is for us to say how we engage with the rest of the world.

Of course, we may not win it, but the people will have been consulted.

A word of warning, though – if the UK votes to stay in, the journey to full federalism will pick up speed and we will be bounced into the euro.

Qualified majority voting – the end of national vetoes – kicks in on November 1, and then the fun will really start.

So whether you believe we should be in or out, it would be bizarre to oppose a referendum.

David Gunn

High Street

Linton

David Cameron is now having a tantrum over the future of EU

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Man leaps into Derby river in bid to elude police after helicopter chase

July 6, 2014, 2:04 pm
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Police used the force helicopter to chase a driver through the city centre on Sunday evening. The man, suspected of a driving offence, left his car in St James Street at 9.30pm. Police said he ran into the River Derwent before being captured and arrested.

Man leaps into Derby river in bid to elude police after helicopter chase

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Soppy voice, limited vocabulary, but at least Robbie Savage tells it like it is

July 6, 2014, 3:45 pm
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IT has certainly been a great World Cup, as the TV pundits never cease to tell us.

But thank goodness for Robbie Savage and Chris Waddle, who are at least prepared to call a spade a spade and say when something is poor – rather than describe it as "distinctly average" as so many sports commentators, Ian Botham in particular, say when that is just what it is not!

Robbie Savage may have a soppy voice and a limited vocabulary but at least he is not afraid to be candid with his views.

Will Gauden

Wiltshire Road

Chaddesden

Soppy voice, limited vocabulary, but at least Robbie Savage tells it like it is

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Madsen and Durston put Derbyshire CCC in driving seat

July 7, 2014, 7:54 am
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AN unbroken century stand between Wayne Madsen and Wes Durston put Derbyshire on top at tea on the first day of their LV County Championship match against Essex at Chesterfield. After winning the toss and opting to bat, Derbyshire were 95-3 at lunch, with both openers and Shivnarine Chanderpaul, on his return to the side following his spell in the West Indies for the Test series against New Zealand, back in the pavilion. But Madsen (75 not out) and Durston (70 not out) batted through the second session in a stand worth 142 to take the total on to 222-3. There was a little movement for the Essex seamers off a green-tinged surface at the start, with Tom Moore, playing only his fourth Championship game, taking two of the wickets. The openers made it to the 14th over of the morning before Paul Borrington was unable to resist chasing a Moore ball down the leg side and gloved a catch through to wicketkeeper James Foster. He made 23. Making his first Championship appearance of the season on his home ground, Ben Slater scored 13 before he was Moore's second victim, lbw at 57-2, and Chanderpaul followed at 80-3, lbw to a full length Reece Topley ball for 15. Durston was the third change to the side for Derbyshire, replacing Scott Elstone, and reached his first Championship 50 for 14 months off 82 balls with eight fours and a six after Madsen had reached 50 off 110 balls with eight fours.

Madsen and Durston put Derbyshire CCC in driving seat

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School closures: Derbyshire schools announce their plans ahead of strike

July 7, 2014, 7:59 am
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SCHOOLS in Derbyshire have started to announce their plans ahead of a strike by the National Union of Teachers this week. Council and school workers, carers, social workers, refuse collectors, street cleaners and teaching assistants, belonging to the Unite, GMB and Unison unions, are also among those taking industrial action on Thursday (July 10). The action comes as part of disputes with the Government over pay rises, retirement ages and pensions. These are the schools which have revealed their plans so far. City schools: Brookfield Primary, Mickleover - partially closed Hardwick Primary School - closed County schools: Alfreton Park Special School - closed Ashgate Croft Special School, Chesterfield - closed Field House Infant School, Ilkeston - partial closure, S2, R1 and both nursery morning and afternoon sessions open. Hilltop Infant and Nursery School, Ashbourne - closed Hilton Primary School - closed John Port School, in Etwall - closed to year seven, eight and nine pupils. Killamarsh Infant and Nursery School- partial closure Is your school affected by the strike? Let us know at newsdesk@derbytelegraph.co.uk or via the Derby Telegraph Facebook or Twitter (@DerbyTelegraph) pages.

School closures: Derbyshire schools announce their plans ahead of strike

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Derbyshire jeweller and scrap gold dealer, Jonathan Haag, must pay £57,000 after tax fraud

July 7, 2014, 9:32 am
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A self-employed jeweller and scrap gold dealer from Chesterfield must pay back £57,500 after committing tax fraud. For 10 years Jonathan Haag, 41, failed to fully declare his profits in his Self Assessment tax returns and understated sales on his VAT returns. HMRC officers discovered that, between December 2001 and April 2010, Haag lied on his Self Assessment returns, leading to an underpayment of £57,500 in Income Tax and VAT. Haag sold brand new items of jewellery as well as buying and selling second-hand gold at premises in Cavendish Street, Chesterfield. He admitted failing to declare his trade in scrap gold in his Self Assessment returns and only valued his stock at between £34,000 and £55,000. However, during searches of his home and business address in 2011, HMRC officers found around 100kgs of gold jewellery, coins worth nearly £1.3 million and £253,000 in cash. Gary Forbes, Criminal Taxes Unit assistant director, said: "Haag thought he was under the radar and free to trade without paying the tax he should, but he was wrong. "He failed to pay the tax he owed and is now facing the consequences of his actions. "It is only fair that everyone pays the tax that's due, when it's due, and anyone with information about people not paying their taxes should contact the Customs Hotline on 0800 59 5000." Haag had admitted tax fraud at a previous hearing and returned to Nottingham Crown Court for sentencing. He was ordered to pay £57,500 by 15 August 2014 as well was completing 150 hours of unpaid work and costs of £1,800.

Derbyshire jeweller and scrap gold dealer, Jonathan Haag, must pay £57,000 after tax fraud

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Durston blow sparks first innings fall for Derbyshire CCC

July 7, 2014, 10:28 am
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WES Durston ended his day in hospital as Derbyshire let a promising position slip away on the first day of their LV County Championship match against Essex at Chesterfield. Durston had to retire hurt after being hit on the side of the head by a bouncer from Graham Napier when he had scored 74. Wayne Madsen had joined him in a fourth-wicket stand of 146 to put Derbyshire in a strong position at 226-3. After losing Durston, Derbyshire lost six wickets for 49 in 18.2 overs and, because the batsman could not return, were all out for 275. At the close, Essex were 25-1. Derbyshire, who won the toss, were 95-3 at lunch, with both openers and Shivnarine Chanderpaul, on his return to the side following his spell in the West Indies for the Test series against New Zealand, back in the pavilion. There was a little movement for the Essex seamers off a green-tinged surface at the start, with Tom Moore, playing only his fourth Championship game, taking two of the wickets. The openers made it to the 14th over of the morning before Paul Borrington was unable to resist chasing a Moore ball down the leg side and gloved a catch through to wicketkeeper James Foster. He made 23. Making his first Championship appearance of the season on his home ground, Ben Slater scored 13 before he was Moore's second victim, lbw at 57-2, and Chanderpaul followed at 80-3, lbw to a full length Reece Topley ball for 15. Durston was the third change to the side for Derbyshire, replacing Scott Elstone, and completed his first Championship 50 for 14 months off 82 balls with eight fours and a six after Madsen had reached 50 off 110 balls with eight fours. Durston was felled by the second ball after tea and, two balls later, Alex Hughes was caught behind for nought. Greg Smith took an excellent one-handed catch at midwicket from a Gareth Cross (2) pull, David Wainwright (5) steered meekly to gully and then Madsen's innings ended at 90 when he was caught behind off Napier at 255-7. Tony Palladino was caught behind off Ravi Bopara for 12 and when Foster took a fifth catch off Tom Taylor (7), Derbyshire were all out and Napier completed an outstanding spell after tea with 4-44. Off the third delivery but the second legitimate ball of the Essex reply, Tom Westley turned Mark Footitt firmly to short leg Slater at 6-1 but Nick Browne (6) and Bopara (11) took them to the close.

Durston blow sparks first innings fall for Derbyshire CCC

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House fire on Park Drive, Littleover, attended by firefighters

July 7, 2014, 11:39 am
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Firefighters attended a blaze in a house in Littleover on Monday night at 8.10pm. The fire, which was in the bedroom of the semi-detached house, was put out by two fire crews, one from Ascot Drive and another from Kingsway. The property was ventilated, a fire investigation was undertaken and crews left the scene at 9pm. It is understood that nobody was hurt in the blaze.

House fire on Park Drive, Littleover, attended by firefighters

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Alton Towers attack: 14-year-old schoolgirl bitten by man on ride

July 7, 2014, 3:02 pm
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POLICE are searching for a man who allegedly bit a 14-year-old schoolgirl on a ride at Alton Towers. Officers from Staffordshire police said they were investigating an assault on Thursday, July 3, at the theme park. The alleged attack took place on the Nemesis Sub Terra ride. The girl's father claimed his daughter, who was on a school trip from Merseyside, had bumped into the man and apologised, only for him to bite her on the shoulder once the ride began. A statement from Staffordshire police said: "Staffordshire Police can confirm that we received a complaint that at around 1630hrs on Thursday, July 3, 2014, a 14-year-old school girl whilst, on a school organised trip to the Alton Towers theme park, was on the Sub Terra Ride when she was assaulted by an unknown male. "The victim suffered an injury to her shoulder and was taken to the medical centre and given initial treatment by Alton Towers medics before returning home. "It is understood that she has received further medical care from her own GP. "An investigation into the assault has now commenced and officers will be reviewing CCTV evidence from the park to identify the offender who is described as a white male aged 30 to 40 years. "Staffordshire Police would appeal to anyone who witnessed the incident or may be able to identify the offender to come forward and contact us via the 101 national number or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting incident 430 of the July 5."

Alton Towers attack: 14-year-old schoolgirl bitten by man on ride

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Derby County right-back Kieron Freeman reported to still be a Sheffield United target

July 8, 2014, 9:55 am
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SHEFFIELD United remain keen on signing Kieron Freeman despite being "knocked back" by Derby County, according to reports. The 22-year-old right back is a target of the Blades after he impressed during a loan spell at Bramall Lane. Freeman, a Welsh Under-21 international, made a dozen appearances in League One for United, who are managed by former Rams boss Nigel Clough. It appears Clough's initial approach to take Freeman on loan again has been rejected. Derby themselves are looking to strengthen the right-back position which was filled by Liverpool's Andre Wisdom last season. Freeman is the only recognised right-back on the Rams' books at the moment.

Derby County right-back Kieron Freeman reported to still be a Sheffield United target

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Jail threat to Derbyshire serial benefits cheat who claimed £15,000 after lying about marriage

July 8, 2014, 10:20 am
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A SERIAL benefit cheat fraudulently claimed £15,000, saying she lived alone despite her firefighter husband "staying three or four nights a week" at her home.

Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court heard how investigators also spotted a van advertising Yvonne Hudson's husband's gardening business using her home phone number.

The 46-year-old claimed that she and her husband had split in 2010 and she started claiming income support.

She also began to claim council tax assistance from South Derbyshire District Council, saying she received no income from the man she had married and had split from.

But a joint council and Department of Work and Pensions investigation revealed that her husband, who works as a retained firefighter for Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service, had registered his van to her Melbourne address.

Unemployed Hudson was interviewed and denied her husband was living at the address and instead was living with his family in Derby at two separate addresses.

But when investigators went to them both, there was no answer.

Hudson, of Coronation Close, pleaded guilty to two counts of failing to notify relevant authorities about a change of circumstance.

The court was told this was her second conviction for the same offence, having pleaded guilty to a similar charge in 2006.

Handing her a four-month prison sentence, suspended for 18 months, magistrate Philip Houckhman said: "This was a deliberate act of fraud from the onset.

"You have a previous conviction for the same offence.

"You knew exactly what you were doing.

"Your husband registered your home for his business and for working with the fire brigade with your knowledge."

Moira Bell, prosecuting, said that in total, between February 2010 and November last year, Hudson fraudulently claimed "around £15,000" in income support and council tax assistance.

She said: "The offence came to light when investigations revealed how a gardening van registered to Mrs Hudson's husband was registered at the address.

"He was also a retained firefighter for Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service and as a condition of his contract employment had to live within a five-mile radius of the station where he worked.

"Mrs Hudson gave us two addresses where she said he was living with his family members in Derby but both were outside this radius and when investigators went to the addresses there was no answer.

A pre-sentence report, prepared by the probation service and read out in court, revealed how Hudson told them she had split from her husband but that he stayed "three or four nights a week" for the sake of their son.

Lauren Sharkey, defending Hudson, whom the court was told had a degenerative spine injury and was on crutches in court, said: "She describes the relationship with her husband as volatile

"He was not living there (at the address) but chose to stay three or four times a week.

"She knows what she was doing was wrong and expresses remorse for her actions.

"She is sorry, her behaviour was shameful."

Jail threat to Derbyshire serial benefits cheat who claimed £15,000 after lying about marriage

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Allestree action group vows to fight plans for 400 homes

July 8, 2014, 12:50 pm
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A PROTEST group has been formed against plans to build 400 homes on fields near Allestree, with people concerned about the effect on traffic and school places.

News of the formation of Residents Against Development comes after developer Catesby Estates announced it would be holding a public consultation on its proposals on Friday.

It has also revealed that its planning application –which will be made to Amber Valley Borough Council, as it falls on its land rather than Derby City Council's – is set to be made in the autumn.

The firm says it has plans for a "high-quality development which will help to meet Derby's needs in a sustainable way".

But people living near the site have joined councillors and Mid Derbyshire MP Pauline Latham in raising concerns over the Catesby proposals.

Win Sullivan, of Memorial Road which borders the site, along with Kedleston Road, said the protest group had only just been formed.

She said: "We are devastated because our view will be taken away. But that's not the only reason it's not a good idea.

"There's the extra traffic, the schools are full, and the doctor's surgeries are full."

Judie Deakin, 49, also of Memorial Road, said she felt the development was "absolutely horrendous".

She said: "It's the fact that Amber Valley Borough Council will get the taxes, but the people living there will be using our amenities.

"Kedleston Road will not be able to cope with the 500-plus extra cars. In the morning, now, it's already backed up past us from the city centre."

Naomi Fearn, 28, of Kedleston Road, said: "It's not just the views but the effect on the area.

"I've got a young son, so for me it's worrying that he might not be able to get a place in the schools we want him to if they are over-subscribed."

A Catesby spokesman said: "Our plans for a high-quality housing development will help to meet Derby's needs in a sustainable way, with a logical extension of Allestree.

"We are keen to hear what members of the local community have to say about our plans before they are finalised, so that people who live here can help to shape the future of their area."

Members of the project team will be on hand to discuss the proposals with local residents at a public exhibition at The Royal British Legion, 39 Cornhill, Allestree, Derby, on Saturday, from 2pm to 8pm.

Catesby's website says the scheme would include various types of homes catering for "first-time buyers to retirees, and everyone in between, with a focus on quality family housing".

On traffic, it adds: "The site is located near to existing major roads means that residents will enjoy easy access by car, as well as on foot or when cycling.

"The main road access would be from Kedleston Road.

"A bus loop in the centre of the development will provide links with the wider public transport network."

Allestree action group vows to fight plans for 400 homes

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Teenagers threatened with knife by bike riding robber in Derby street

July 8, 2014, 12:52 pm
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TWO teenagers were threatened by a would-be robber who demanded money and phones in a central Derby street. The victims, both aged 15, were approached by a man on a bike as they walked along Lodge Lane and Quaker Way at about 12.15pm on July 3. The man asked the boys for money and told them he had a knife. He then rode off along Chapel Street. He was white, aged about 18, was wearing dark clothing and was riding a purple mountain bike. Witnesses should call 101, quoting crime reference 28304/14.

Teenagers threatened with knife by bike riding robber in Derby street

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Colin Bloomfield cancer fight: Scan shows tumours have "shrunk" further says Radio Derby presenter

July 8, 2014, 1:47 pm
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RADIO presenter Colin Bloomfield – who is battling cancer at the age of 32 – has been told that his tumours have shrunk further. The BBC Radio Derby presenter was given the results of scans yesterday following treatment after it was found that the cancer had spread to his brain. He tweeted: "Thanks for all the messages today. Scan looks to show further tumour shrinkage in the brain, altho need a radiologist to confirm officially. "Hopefully that'll be in the next week. The hope from the docs is that they can continue treatment with radiotherapy. Encouraging news." Colin was put on a drug called Zelboraf to help shrink tumours on his brain and lungs. After 10 days of being on the treatment, specialists said Colin's tumours had shrunk "significantly". Colin was inundated with messages, replying to one he said: "Long road ahead but good to get positive news."

Colin Bloomfield cancer fight: Scan shows tumours have

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A nation mourns - was this the most astonishing football match in history?

July 8, 2014, 5:29 pm
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IT was the most remarkable result in football history. Brazil, hosts of the 2014 World Cup and the side which has won the competition more than any other country, tonight crashed to a 1-7 defeat in the semi-final at the hands of Germany. The Germans, seeking their first World Cup triumph since 1990, were an incredible 5-0 up at half-time and rubbed salt in the Brazilians' wounds by adding two more goals in the second half. Next they will meet Argentina or Holland in the final. As for Brazil - a nation of football fanatics mourns. Tears flowed like water in the Estadio Mineirao in Belo Horizonte as before even half-an-hour had gone, Brazil were 5-0 down. The inal scoreline eclipsed their worst-ever defeat, 6-0 to Uruguay back in 1920 before the World Cup had even begun. Two goals for Toni Kroos and Andre Schurrle, plus one each for Thomas Muller, Sami Khedira, and record-breaking 16th World Cup goal for Miroslav Klose saw the visitors delirious, while Brazil begins a period of soul-searching such as never before. The pain was so intense for Brazil, who had arrived at the Estadio Mineirao intent on honouring their missing talisman, Neymar. They tried to use his absence as an inspiration, parading slowly onto the field linked in crocodile formation, with stand-in captain David Luiz and goalkeeper Julio Cesar clutching Neymar's shirt as they belted out the national anthem. That all went very well. It was only when the game started that the occasion was spoiled for the hosts. Former Brazil international and Middlesbrough star Juninho admitted he was shocked by his country's display. "I'm in shock. It is unbelievable," he said. "The back four was not closing down, they (Germany) were moving and passing it so easily and it is difficult to understand the attitude (of Brazil's players). "It will be difficult to recover and some of them I don't think will be back to wear the Brazilian shirt. "Germany taught us how to play football and we have to learn from that. "Germany played like we like to play. We need to sit back and see what's happened with Brazilian football - is something wrong?" And in a veiled criticism of Brazil's performances and tactics in this World Cup Juninho added: "But I am happy because football won."

A nation mourns - was this the most astonishing football match in history?

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Derby delights in another taste of Italy as stalls bring colour to the streets

July 9, 2014, 8:30 am
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A SLICE of Italy has arrived in Derby and shoppers are snapping up the delights.

The stalls burst with tasty treats and are causing quite a stir.

There are queues on East Street. The award-winning market is back in town.

Salami, breads, cheese, nougats, biscuits, nuts, olives, baklava and Italian sweets create a colourful display.

"I'll be spending more than a tenner," smiled security guard Martin Jessett. "I love foreign food, especially Italian.

"The only downside is that I'm working later so I won't be able to have a this lovely food with a nice bottle of wine."

Martin, from Horsley Woodhouse, was shopping with his wife and fellow foodie Karen. The 53-year-old, who is also a security guard, said: "I know he's going to buy olives because he loves them.

"Martin and I eat more foreign food than English. I know he'll get a few things. He will want to make the most of everything that's being sold today."

Martin and Karen are invited to try some of the food.

On little sticks, they are handed olives and chillies and sun-dried tomatoes. "I want some shallots and a tub of sun-dried tomatoes," said Martin.

He isn't bothered about the price. It's racking up but he's not counting.

His wife, Karen, smiles.

She said: "He'll buy whatever he wants."

It is the second time this year the Italian market has set up in Derby.

The stall is full of mouthwatering products including pastries, a variety of cheeses – some of which are two years old – and sweets for children.

The nougats, in every colour imaginable, look tempting. Choose your flavour, mint, strawberry and orange.

The stall is a colourful sight and the Italian flags, pinned round the five gazebos, add to the summer display.

Business owner Hamed Javanmardi first brought his vibrant market to the streets of Derby last September.

The co-owner of award-winning Medfood London came to Derby to see what the city had to offer.

Since then, he has been making more return trips.

Holding the fort today is market seller Arash Ataei.

The 27-year-old is from Cyprus and tours across Europe and the UK with Medfood London.

"Today is a good day," he said. "The people of Derby like what we bring.

"They want the cheese and the ciabatta. They want the olives and all the sweets and pastries."

Joanne Smith, 42, and her friend, Sarah Wagstaff, 40, have splashed some cash today.

Joanne wants savory stuff, bursting with garlic.

Sarah wants something sweet and decides on a slice of Italian chocolate. It's Joanne's treat. She buys it.

"She's a good friend," said Joanne, from Derby. "I want to get her some chocolate."

Shopper Andy Farry, 30, from Chaddesden, buys pastries and nougat for him and his wife.

And Mohamed Moutasim, 33, from Derby – who is originally from Sudan – spends £6 on baklava. It's a rich, sweet pastry made of layers of filo filled with chopped nuts and held together with syrup.

"I'm fasting at the moment," he said. "But at 9.30pm, when I can eat, I will be sharing this with my wife.

"I love baklava. I used to eat it in Sudan."

Derby delights in another taste of Italy as stalls bring colour to the streets

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Batsmen carry Derbyshire CCC to strong position against Essex

July 9, 2014, 10:34 am
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HALF-centuries from Wayne Madsen, Ben Slater and Shivnarine Chanderpaul put Derbyshire in a position of reasonable comfort at the end of the third day of their LV County Championship match at Chesterfield. Derbyshire were 237-5 at the close, with a lead of 235, setting up what should be a terrific final day at Queen's Park. Chanderpaul (62 not out) and David Wainwright (30 not out) have put on 55 so far for the sixth wicket. In the morning, Tony Palladino polished off the Essex innings and Nick Browne carried his bat for an unbeaten century as Essex were bowled out for 277 for a first innings lead of two runs. Palladino took four wickets in the morning session to finish with 4-65 from a marathon 33-over stint. Browne was 132 not out, a maiden first-class century for the left-handed opener, making him the first Essex player to carry his bat since John Stephenson in 1992. He was at the crease for a minute short of seven hours, faced 322 balls and hit 19 fours. He reached his century shortly before the second new ball was taken and, soon after, Greg Smith was caught behind off Palladino for 32 to give Derbyshire their breakthrough at 241-6. Graham Napier was lbw to Tom Taylor for two, a third victim for the bowler, before Palladino had Tim Phillips caught behind for four and Tom Moore caught at second slip for nought. He took the final wicket in exactly 100 overs as Reece Topley was caught at first slip for nought, completing a burst of 4-14 in 45 balls. Derbyshire lost a wicket to the sixth ball of the first over when Paul Borrington was lbw to Napier off his first ball at 1-1 but Madsen completed his second half-century of the match off 81 balls with seven fours and Slater followed, off 114 balls with eight fours. They added 125 before, in the last over before tea, Madsen was run out for 59 when Slater slipped as the skipper set off for a second run. Slater went for 60 as he edged a pull at a Phillips ball and wicketkeeper James Foster dived forward to take the catch and make it 135-3. Alex Hughes went lbw sweeping for 12 and Cross played on to Topley for nought but Chanderpaul's 50 came up off 76 balls with six fours and he found a valuable partner in Wainwright. Wes Durston was again off the field in the morning following his blow to the head on the first day and though he had a net at lunch, he may not bat in this game.

Batsmen carry Derbyshire CCC to strong position against Essex

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First pints sunk as Derby Beer Festival gets under way

July 9, 2014, 11:12 am
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THE Derby Beer Festival has opened its doors to the first of an expected 10,000 thirsty punters. Queues on the Market Place had grown leading in anticipation of the 6.30pm start. And once the gates were opened and beer was flowing there was no stopping the hundreds of real ale fans. AJ Taylor travelled from Sawley to sup the local brews. The 76-year-old said: "I have been to every single Derby festival. I always come down on the first night to get one of the festival glasses. "You always run the risk of not being able to try all the beers as well if you don't come on the first night which is always a disappointment. "We are so lucky to have the brewing scene that we do in Derby. "If you couldn't get a good pint here there would be something seriously wrong. You only have to fall out of the railway station for a good pint." The festival is under canvas for the second year and features more than 290 beers, with at least one from each of the Derbyshire breweries. Organiser Russ Gilbert was breathing a sigh of relief as the festival got underway. He said: "It is always nerve-racking before everything starts. "But once you see people queuing up and everyone having a great time then it is all worth it. "The Assembly Rooms fire gave us a bit of a scare but the effort from the Derby Live team and the rest of organising group has been phenomenal. "If anyone hasn't been to one before I would say just come down and see what it is all about." Tracy and Lee Blower made the short trip from their home in Chester Green to the festival. Tracy said: "We were in Edinburgh for their beer festival last year so we missed the Derby one. "We go all over the country for events and even to America. The British ones are the best though." Today THURS drinkers can get in for £1 before 5.30pm and £5 thereafter. On Friday, July 11, the price is £2 before and £6 after 5.30pm. Entry on the Saturday will be £3 before 5.30pm and £6 afterwards. The final Sunday session, between midday and 2pm is free to all. Visit www.derbylive.co.uk/whats-on/buy-tickets for more details.

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Woman allegedly assaulted before she, and 2-year-old grandson, are pushed from car in Belper River Gardens

July 9, 2014, 12:00 pm
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A 53-year-old woman and her two-year-old grandson were pushed from a car after an alleged assault. The incident occurred in the Belper River Gardens car park last Sunday, July 6, between 4.50pm and 5.10pm. The woman was walking her grandson in a pushchair when she stopped to speak to a man whom she knew. She got into his car where an altercation took place. The man allegedly slapped the woman's face and pushed her and the child, who was sitting on the woman's lap at the time, from the car. The woman suffered swelling and bruising from the alleged slap and the child had a bruise on his cheek. Officers have interviewed a 46-year-old man in relation to the incident. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is asked to contact PC James Shaw at Ripley Police Station using the 101 number. If you wish to call anonymously, ring Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Woman allegedly assaulted before she, and 2-year-old grandson, are pushed from car in Belper River Gardens

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The Queen given permission to break traffic law in Derbyshire

July 9, 2014, 1:03 pm
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THE Queen will herself be the recipient of an official pardon when she visits Derbyshire tomorrow. Road bosses have given the 88-year-old monarch permission to travel along Matlock Bridge the WRONG way. It is so Her Majesty can wave to crowds in the town's centre as she is chauffeured from Lea Bridge to Chatsworth House. The de-tour will delight hundreds of people, many of whom have booked time off work so they can catch a glimpse of the Queen and husband Prince Philip. The Royal couple are expected to arrive at Matlock Station by train at 10.30am. They will then be driven to John Smedley Ltd in Lea Mills for a tour of the factory. From there, they will travel to Chatsworth House, via Matlock town centre. A statement from the Lord-Lieutenant of Derbyshire, William Tucker, confirmed which routes the Royal Car will take during the Queen's visit. It read: "The Royal couple will arrive at Matlock Station by train some time after 10am and crowds are welcome to gather in the District Council's Station car park, which is closed to cars from 6pm today. "The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh will then transfer to a Royal car, which will turn right into Derwent Way and follow the A6 along Dale Road, Matlock Dale, Matlock Bath and Cromford before taking the river road to Lea Mills, where they will visit John Smedley Ltd. "They will return the same way, driving through Matlock town centre sometime after 11.30am – taking a 'wrong way' route over Matlock Bridge (under police guidance), before journeying on along the A6 through Darley Dale onto Rowsley, where they will take the Chatsworth Road for an expected 12 noon arrival at one of Britain's foremost stately homes." Meanwhile, four Derbyshire primary schools have been busy in anticipation of the Royal visit. They have been making their own flags to welcome the Royal party and wave off the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh. More than 250 children from schools in Pilsley, Baslow, Rowsley and Curbar will be a part of the occasion. At Chatsworth, the Qyeen will be presented with a hamper of local produce. Representatives of Mountain Rescue, Dog Search and Rescue, Cave Rescue, Peak Park Ranger Service and the Air Ambulance will be present, before the group moves into the house. The Royal couple will have a private luncheon at the stately home before departing by helicopter.THE DAY'S ROYAL ITINERARY 10.30am: The Queen, accompanied by the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, arrives by train at Matlock station. They will be received by the Lord-Lieutenant of Derbyshire and meet other key officials. 10.35am: A chauffeur drives the Royal party to the John Smedley factory in Lea Mills. 10.45am: The Queen and Prince Philip arrive at John Smedley and will meet officials from the company, as well as the Mayor of Amber Valley. The Royal party will tour the factory and sign a visitors' book. 11.30am: A short fashion show is performed as the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh depart the factory and head to Chatsworth House. 12 noon: The Royal couple arrive at Chatsworth House. They will be greeted by The Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Various presentations – including from the Peak District Park Rangers – will be made. Following a private lunch, the Queen and Prince Philip will depart by helicopter.

The Queen given permission to break traffic law in Derbyshire

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