White British people will be the minority in Nottingham in 10 to 15 years, a senior councillor has said.

White British people will be the minority in Nottingham in 10 to 15 years, a senior councillor has said.

Nottingham has a diverse mix of ethnic groups, a councillor has said

In some areas -St Ann's, Leen Valley and Berridge - the majority of people were non-white British several years ago.

In the 2001 census, the percentage of people who identify themselves as something other than white British was 19 percent. In 2011 it was 35 percent.

Currently, Nottingham City Council estimates around 42 percent of people in the city are non white-British.

Senior councillor Toby Neal said there has been a sizeable change in recent years, but said Nottingham is one of the most tolerant and inclusive places in the country.

He said white British people becoming the minority was a matter of when and not if, and that it would likely happen in the next 10 to 15 years.

However Nottingham Trent University academic Chris Lawton said Brexit uncertainties were causing the immigration rate to slow, and if it happened it would likely take more than 15 years.

Promoting a group called Nottingham Together - a council-funded organisation which aims to improve cohesion - Councillor Neal said while there were still problem areas, the overall picture was improving.

The councillor, who represents the Berridge ward for Labour, said Nottingham is unusual for having a very diverse mix of different ethnic groups, such as the large black British communities in Arboretum and Aspley, older white Polish communities around Berridge, Radford and Park, and concentrations of Pakistani people in the Dales and Leen Valley.

Ethnicity table for Nottingham from the 2011 census (Image: Nottingham City Council)

In similar cities with a high percentage of BME people, such as Leicester, it is largely made up of one or two ethnicities.

But in Nottingham, this spread is much wider, with many more larger ethnic groups and an increasing number of mixed race people.

The high percentage of BME people in Nottingham is also distorted by the tightly-drawn city boundaries.

Across the river in Rushcliffe the number of BMEs is 9.7 percent, and in Gedling it is around 7 percent.

• Man jailed after £4,000 worth of cocaine found underneath floorboards

Councillor Neal said: “I was born and brought up in the South East of London and when I first moved here it was about as close to metropolitan as where I grew up.

“That’s why I like it here. I think it’s about as tolerant a place as it gets, it does have its problems, but the assumption from everybody is always to get on with people, and not to create conflict, so communities generally integrate very well.

“I think a part of that is that we have a long history of minority groups here. Like the Polish community, they’ve been here a long time, since the Second World War, they’re a very well established community.

“They have a pride in presenting their own culture, but they’re also comfortable in mixing with other people. They’re outward looking. It’s true of the other groups as well.

Ethnic group by council ward in the 2011 census (Image: Nottingham City Council)

“If you look at a school like Forest Fields Primary School, there's 52 languages spoken there. It’s incredibly diverse.”

Chris Lawton is a senior lecturer at the Nottingham Business School, and said the number of non White-British people was likely to be slightly lower than the council’s estimate of 42 percent. He believes it will be in the high 30s, around 38 percent.

He said: “The number of BME people is increasing very slowly based on the data I’ve seen, around two percent a year. For it to happen within 10 years you would need that to be go up much quicker.

“We’ve just had the the lowest rate of immigration since the recession, and unless something very significant happens in terms of how the UK is positioning itself I can’t see the the rate increasing. The UK’s current policy is to reduce immigration levels.”

But he said Nottingham remains a deeply multicultural city, with a proud and diverse history.

“Nottingham was one of the original destinations for the Windrush generation. It’s the place of the first black business, unfortunately the first race riot, and the first Caribbean carnival, so it’s got a really important multi-cultural legacy. It’s a very cosmopolitan place.

One organisation which works to break down cultural barriers is Nottingham Together. It provides small grants to community events.

The breakdown of ethnic groups in Nottingham according to the census in 2001 and 2011 (Image: Nottingham City Council)

Eleanor Usherwood works with the group, and said: “The whole aim is to bring the community together, so people apply to us and tell us how they are going to do that, it could be anything from a community get together to a football match.

“It’s difficult to measure the success, but the feedback we get is really important - we get a huge amount of really positive feedback. Nottingham is a very tolerant place. We look after our own.”

Imran Khan, 40, is a volunteer at the Sultania mosque, and said community cohesion is improving.

He said: “I think we are going in the right direction, I’ve just come from the mosque now, we had a school visit, and the children and the teachers were really excited and really interested, and they left with a good positive image and a lot more than they know.

“My parents moved here from Halifax when I was two, and all praise to God, I haven’t had any hate crime. I used to be a taxi driver and you get the odd one, people call you names here or there, but to me that’s going to happen in any part of the world.

“Generally speaking 99.9 percent of the public are really good, and I’ve never felt not at home.”

Modern day slavery & human trafficking gang jailed

A father and his two sons were found guilty and have been jailed for human trafficking and modern slavery offences following their involvement in illegal brothels.

The men and women were arrested in Beeston, Strelley and Derby on 12 December 2017 and were later charged with human trafficking offences.

The group of criminals trafficked people into the country from Hungary, as well as within the UK and controlled prostitution for gain.

The offences took place between 2013 and 2017.

Following a trial at Nottingham Crown Court the following verdicts and sentences were returned:

• Csaba Csomor, aged 51 and Edit Ruszo, aged 41, of Manton Crescent in Beeston, and Gabriella Ruszo, aged 32, of Cranwell Road in Strelley were found guilty of two counts of human trafficking and one count of controlling prostitution for gain.Csaba sentenced to eight years, Edit and Gabriella both received six years.

• Robert Csomor, aged 28, of Audley Drive in Beeston was found guilty of five counts relating to the above offences. He was sentenced to eight years.

• Csaba Csomor, aged 30 of Cranwell Road in Strelley was found guilty of modern slavery and had previously pleaded guilty to four counts of human trafficking and one count of controlling prostitution for gain. He was sentenced to 13 years.

• Julianna Varga, aged 49, of Normanton Road in Derby was found guilty of one count of human trafficking. She was sentenced to two years in jail.

Detective Inspector Harry Dick who is the Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking co-ordinator for the East Midlands Region said: “This result highlights that this crime is not something that the police and partner agencies take lightly.

“We will continue to work with other forces, regionally, nationally and internationally, and partners to gather intelligence, carry out enforcement and bring these offenders to justice.”

Man stabbed to death by boy in Hyson Green

Hawksley Road

A murder investigation has been launched after a man was stabbed in Hyson Green earlier today (Wednesday 5 September 2018).

Ambulance crews reported that a man had been stabbed in the chest in Hawksley Road at around 5.40pm. He was taken to hospital but sadly died a short time later.

A 14-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody.

The investigation continues and officers are appealing to anyone with any information that could help to contact us on 101 quoting incident 710 of 5 September. You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Detective Inspector Justine Wilson said: "We are saddened by this incident and our thoughts are with the victim’s family at this time. We currently have a full team who will work around the clock to uncover who’s responsible for this despicable crime.

"We believe this is an isolated attack, unconnected to recent incidents in other areas and there is no further threat to the wider public.

"We have reassurance patrols in place so if anyone has any concerns or wants to speak to one of our officers, please stop them on the street or call us on 101. We, like the community we serve, believe there is no place for weapons on our streets and are doing everything we can to put a stop to it."

UPDATE: Detectives have now arrested a 16-year-old boy on suspicion of murder following a fatal stabbing in Hyson Green yesterday.

He is being questioned this morning after being arrested overnight.

Five charged in connection with firearms discharge in Radford

One man and four teenagers have been charged with conspiracy to possess a firearm or imitation firearm with intent to 

One man and four teenagers have been charged 
cause fear of violence and affray.

The charges come after a gunshot in Tennyson Street, Radford on Friday (3 August 2018).

Hassan Abdulrahman, 21, of Old Know Street and four teenagers who can't be named for legal reasons, have all been charged today.

They have been remanded to Nottingham Magistrates Court, appearing on 13 August 2018.  

Meanwhile, the 28-year-old who was arrested in the early hours of this morning (Saturday 11 August 2018) has been released under investigation. 

16 Year old boy stabbed in St Ann's

A police cordon is in place in St Ann's after a 16-year-old boy was stabbed.

The boy has been taken to the Queen's Medical Centre and a second 16-year-old boy has been arrested after the incident, which happened at 7.50am. 

 The cordon starts just after the Hungerhill Road junction and stretches along Ransom Road, which runs alongside the St Ann's allotments. Part of the road and the entrance to a park has been closed following the stabbing. 
Nottinghamshire Police said the boy's injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. 
 A spokesman for the force said: "Officers were on the scene within minutes of the report and a 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the incident.
 "A scene has been put in place which requires the closure of part of Ransom Road and the entrance to Coppice Park. "Enquiries are ongoing. Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has any information, is asked to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, quoting incident number 114 of 14 May 2018." 
 Nottingham Academy has been informed that an incident took place on Ransom Road, St Ann’s at around 8am this morning. Two Nottingham Academy pupils have been injured. Emergency services were on the scene immediately and the young people have been taken to hospital. Nottingham Academy takes our responsibilities for pupil safety very seriously and we continue to work closely with local authorities in supporting our young people both during their time at the Academy and when they are in the local community. 
 We will provide further updates on the incident but at this time we are unable to provide additional information whilst we assist the police with their investigation. It is causing worry for some residents One 46-year-old nurse, who did not wish to be named, said: “I have been here 27 years and I have had no problems. It is a bit worrying as I walk down there at 6.10am in the morning.
 It is scary especially as this happened during school time.” One resident said he would like to see more CPOs on the streets 
A 56 year old man, who has lived on the street for 14 years, said: “Ninety percent of the time it is fine around here. It gets a bit noisy when the kids are coming home from school and that is about it.
 “This is one of the main routes to the college. I am surprised buto it is becoming a regular occurrence - stabbings. 
 “We would like to see more CPOs around here when the kids are coming out of school. It seems to have stopped. “Their presence was a good deterrent and the kids behaved themselves.”

Nottingham St. Georges Day Parade 2018

Join us for Nottingham's main St. George's Day parade on Monday. Come and celebrate your patron saints' day.

People will be congregating on Pelham Street in the city centre from 11am and the parade starts at 12 noon. Then the parade will make it's way into the Market Square. It is a slightly cut down version this year because of a reduction in donations but don't let that put you off. There will still be horses and entertainment in the Market Square.

Remember, you can contact us with any local news or issues you want to raise via twitter @bnpnottingham, facebook or email bnpnottingham@gmail.com

If you want to join the BNP phone 0844 809 4581 or else contact us and send a donation. Also contact us if you want to be added to our email distribution list (members and donors only) - this includes the details of our monthly meetings/socials.

COURT: Drug dealer locked up

April 6, 2018

SHARE BY EMAIL

A 23-year-old man has been jailed for three years after being found guilty of being concerned in the supply of cannabis, crack cocaine and heroin.

Ahmed Alhadad, of Tamworth Grove, Clifton, was a passenger in a car which was stopped on Kennington Road, Radford in November 2016 after officers spotted it had a brake light out.

Officers smelt cannabis and found empty deal bags in the car and following a search of Alhadad, he was found to be in possession of cannabis, two mobile phones and £100 in cash. The mobile phones were seized and analysed, which showed evidence of Alhadad being involved in the supply of drugs.

Alhadad denied the offences but was found guilty by a jury at Nottingham Crown Court and was sentenced yesterday (Thursday 5 April). He was sentenced to three years for being concerned in the supply of heroin, three years concurrently for being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and eight months concurrently for being concerned in the supply of cannabis.

PC Tom Andrews, who stopped Alhadad in November 2016 and ran the investigation, said ‘‘Alhadad may have only had a small amount of cannabis in his possession but his behaviour led officers to suspect something more serious. Phone evidence showed that Alhadad was selling class A drugs and he was convicted off the back of this. This shows that Nottinghamshire Police and the Courts take the supply of drugs very seriously and will always investigate suspected drug dealers to the fullest extent.”

Man sentenced for attempting to incite sexual activity with child

A man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to attempting to cause or incite a girl aged between 13 to 15 years to engage in sexual activity.

Delfim Bujudo, 31, of Forest Road West, Nottingham, was given a six-month prison sentence, suspended for 18 months, when he appeared at Nottingham Crown Court today (Friday 9 March 2018).

The court heard that officers arrested Bujudo on 28 October 2017 - acting on intelligence that he had been communicating online with a ‘decoy’ who had been pretending to be a 13-year-old girl.

He had sent sexually explicit videos, photos and messages to the decoy while encouraging her to touch herself sexually in return. The decoy made it clear to Bujudo that she was 13-years-old.

As well as his suspended prison sentence Bujudo was made subject of a 10-year sexual harm prevention order and must sign the Sex Offenders’ Register for 10 years. He must also complete a 25-day rehabilitation activity requirement.

Muslim radio station fined £2,000 for broadcasting 'hate speech'

A radio station broadcasting to Nottingham's Muslim community has been fined £2,000 after a talk played on the radio was found to constitute 'hate speech'. Watchdog Ofcom today (February 27) ruled a nasheed - a chant or speech often set to music which are popular in the Islamic world - broadcast by Radio Dawn breached its code on hate speech. A decision published on Ofcom's website said the 17-minute nasheed, which was broadcast on December 26, 2016, began by "glorifying the victories on the battlefield of figures from Islamic history".

Karimia Institute / Radio Dawn / Bobbers Mill Community Centre, etc.

 It said the broadcast also went on to "suggest that similar violent acts committed against non-Muslim people would bring honour to Islam". The notice said: "Further, the Nasheed included a number of pejorative references to non-Muslim people. "In particular, non-Muslim people were repeatedly referred to as “Kufaar” (the Arabic word for disbeliever) and on one occasion, “Kaafir I Murdaar” (meaning filthy disbeliever in Urdu)." Ofcom ruled the breach was serious and imposed a sanction of a £2,000 on the station, which is run by the Karimia Institute, which is based in Berridge Road, in Forest Fields. 
 It comes just two months after the station was rapped by Ofcom for broadcasting "potentially harmful" information . In that case, a scholar, described on the phone-in programme as "the Mufti", said it was unacceptable for a diabetic to miss fasting days during Ramadan on the recommendation of a non-Muslim doctor. A comment from the  Karimia Institute is still outstanding.

Jailed for three years: Sneinton drug dealer, Aquil Choudry, 25

Aquil Choudry, 25, of Durham Avenue, Sneinton, has been sentenced to three years in prison after pleading guilty to possession of cocaine, ecstasy and cannabis, with intent to supply.

Appearing at Nottingham Crown Court on Tuesday (20 February), he was also sentenced to a further 13 months in prison, to be served consecutively, after breaching a previous suspended sentence for conspiracy to supply cannabis.

Choudry was stopped by officers from the knife crime team in Clifton on 19 January. After searching him and his car, officers found a stash of drugs hidden behind the dashboard. He initially denied all knowledge of the drugs, but due to an overwhelming amount of evidence gathered throughout the investigation, he changed his plea to guilty.

PC Tom Andrews, of the Knife Crime Team, said “This strong sentence by the judge shows that drug supply will not be tolerated in Nottingham. Choudry claimed to be out delivering takeaway food, when in fact he was using this as a ruse to get around and supply drugs. Choudry was doing this whilst on a suspended sentence for similar matters, showing his complete disregard and lack of respect for the law. The knife crime team targets those most likely to be involved in knife offences, which through our extensive research and consultation are often intrinsically linked to drugs.”

Jabbram Hussain locked up for violent attack on woman

A 35-year-old man has been jailed for six years for a violent assault on a woman in Nottingham which left her with serious injuries.
Jabbram Hussain, formerly of Coniston Avenue, was sentenced at Nottingham Crown Court today (Wednesday 7 February 2018) after a jury found him guilty of grievous bodily harm with intent and common assault following a seven-day trial. 
The court heard that armed officers attended an address during the early hours of 4 August 2017 after Hussain reported that six men were there with firearms.
 They found a woman inside lying on the floor next to a large pool of blood. She was taken to the Queen’s Medical Centre having suffered deep cuts to her face, arms and neck, with glass sticking out of her wounds. The court was told her injuries were caused by a broken drinking glass struck repeatedly against her. 
At the beginning of the trial, Hussain admitted causing the injuries but denied intending to cause serious injury. However, the jury saw through this and found him guilty of grievous bodily harm with intent. The jury also found Hussain guilty of common assault, after he kicked a security guard in the face whilst being treated for minor injuries sustained in the attack. 
Hussain was also sentenced for possession of cannabis and cocaine after drugs were recovered from his home address. He previously pleaded guilty to this offence. Speaking after his sentencing Detective Sergeant Stuart Temple said: "This was an appalling crime which left the woman with horrific injuries. This police investigation was complex but thankfully supported by the Crown Prosecution Service, NHS and other partner agencies.
 The victim in this case, didn't want to pursue the matter, but together with the cps, we felt that the crime was so severe that Hussain needed to be brought to justice. We’re pleased we were able to bring it to a strong and positive conclusion which has seen Hussain being locked up for a lengthy period."

Beeston Pro-Brexit Rally

Went to a pro-Brexit rally in Beeston yesterday. It was organised by the People's charter (see here) but seemed to have a lot of UKIP involved.

This rally was part of a series of rallied over the weekend, being held in the seats of remoaner MPs such as Broxtowe's Anna Sourberry. About 100 people turned up which wasn't bad.

People had travelled from as far as Doncaster & Lincolnshire to show their support for Brexit which was very encouraging. Speakers condemned the left-wing BBC and the Zionist establishment.

Remember the BNP are the original nationalist party and we will do everything we can to ensure that we get our Brexit and ensure we are in control of our own borders subsequently.

Remember, you can contact us with any local news or issues you want to raise via twitter @bnpnottingham, facebook or email bnpnottingham@gmail.com

If you want to join the BNP phone 0844 809 4581 or else contact us and send a donation. Also contact us if you want to be added to our email distribution list (members and donors only) - this includes the details of our monthly meetings/socials.