Latest updates: East Midlands Live on Thursday 22 June 2017

Summary

Live updates for Thursday 22 June 2017
Three arrested over boy's circumcision in Nottingham
Man denies railway station murder
Kedleston Hall housing plans overturned by High Court
Next falls down Leicestershire's 'rich list'
Twycross Zoo welcomes baby orangutan

Live Reporting

Maryam Qaiser and Amy Woodfield

London fire: Derby City Council opens book of condolencepublished at 13:53 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Maryam Qaiser
BBC Local Live
A book of condolence has opened at Derby City Council to pay respect to the victims of the Grenfell Tower fire.
People can sign the book at the council's reception.
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To lose everything you own, a friend or a family member in a tragedy like this is too awful to comprehend. The residents of Derby send their deepest sympathies and messages of support to anyone who has been touched by this terrible disaster.”
Councillor John Whitby, Mayor of Derby
Tour of Britain: Event could give Nottinghamshire £500,000 boostpublished at 13:49 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Maryam Qaiser
BBC Local Live
Nottinghamshire could be in line for a £500,000 boost when the Tour of Britain event passes through the county in September, according to tourism body Visit Nottinghamshire.
At least 200,000 spectators are expected to turn out for stage four of the event, which begins in Mansfield and ends in Newark.
Fire alert sees Highcross shopping centre evacuatedpublished at 13:38 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Maryam Qaiser
BBC Local Live
Hundreds of shoppers were evacuated from the Highcross shopping centre in Leicester in response to a fire alert.
The centre said, external the situation has been "resolved" and it has now reopened.
A centre spokesman added, external that "customer safety is our number one priority".
'Phenomenal' award-winning buildingspublished at 13:31 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
The list of 49 buildings range from private homes to large buildings for public institutions.
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Emergency services at crash on busy Nottingham roadpublished at 13:22 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Maryam Qaiser
BBC Local Live
Drivers are being urged to avoid a busy Nottingham road following a crash.
Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service said two crews from Stockhill and London Road have been sent to Gregory Boulevard after the collision.
The service added it was at the scene with Nottinghamshire Police and East Midlands Ambulance Service.
Image source, Google
Prestigious award for Richard III architectspublished at 13:01 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
Leicester Cathedral was one of the winners, external in the 2017 Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) awards.
The award was for their Richard III project, "With Dignity and Honour".
Architects were originally appointed in 2008 to redesign the cathedral's interior - but those plans had to be altered when the remains of Richard III were found under a nearby car park. A memorial and tomb had to be incorporated.
RIBA praised van Heyningen (vHH) and Haward Architects' design of the new altar and the King's tomb behind it.
Architect Josh McCosh also won the RIBA East Midlands Project Architect of the Year Award for his work on the project.
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The relationships formed with Josh and his team at vHH were integral to the success of the project, so we are thrilled that this award recognises the excellence of the design and craftsmanship involved."
Very Revd David Monteith, Dean of Leicester
Glamorgan v Derbyshire - day fourpublished at 12:55 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Listen to BBC local radio commentary as Glamorgan host Derbyshire in County Championship division two.
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Northamptonshire v Leicestershire - day fourpublished at 12:55 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Listen to BBC local radio commentary as Northamptonshire face Leicestershire in County Championship division two.
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Nottinghamshire v Kent - day fourpublished at 12:52 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Listen to BBC local radio commentary as Nottinghamshire face Kent in County Championship division two.
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Nottingham Forest's historic City Ground protectedpublished at 12:50 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Neil Heath
BBC News Online
Nottingham Forest's historic City Ground stadium has been designated a "community asset", meaning fans have an influence on the ground's future.
The Nottingham Forest Supporters Trust (NFST) has successfully applied to register the ground as an Asset Of Community Value.
Image source, Getty Images
Elliott Stanley, the chair of NFST, said fans and the local community can help safeguard the club.
He said: "The City Ground is undoubtedly one of the most iconic grounds in the footballing world and it holds so many special memories for so many fans.
"The ground being formally registered an Asset of Community Value is something that we set out to secure, not only because it aligns with our vision of safeguarding the future of the club, but perhaps more crucially, it ensures that fans have a voice on that future."
Mansfield MP clarifies comments after 'grey backlash'published at 12:40 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Maryam Qaiser
BBC Local Live
Mansfield's new Conservative MP Ben Bradley has clarified comments he made to BBC Newsbeat following a backlash on social media yesterday.
Mr Bradley told BBC Newsbeat older politicians have "no idea".
"My frustration has always been with some 60-year-old grey bloke talking about things that are going to affect people who are 18 to 24," he said.
But his comments were not universally welcomed on our Facebook page, external.
Angie Holden wrote: "Careful Ben, there is a lot of us sixťy somethings that voted for you!"
In response, Mr Bradley said: "It's taken a bit out of context Angie, when I said that we were specifically talking about the Conservatives doing more to engage with younger people, and I said it was important that younger people had an input in to the policies that will directly affect them - not just the "sixty years old grey blokes"."
Teenager Brereton signs new Forest dealpublished at 12:27 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Nottingham Forest striker Ben Brereton has signed a new contract which will keep him at the club until 2021.
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Dry weather means water courses 'lower than usual'published at 12:13 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Dave Wade
BBC Local Live
It's gone a bit grey and, mercifully, a little cooler than recent days here in the East Midlands.
But due to the unusually dry conditions, we've had some advice from the Environment Agency and Severn Trent.
“Following a dry winter and spring, some rivers, groundwaters and reservoirs are lower than normal for the time of year," an Environment Agency spokesman said.
It's working with water companies, businesses and farmers to minimise the potential impacts to people and the environment should the dry weather continue.
The spokesman added: “We always advise that everyone uses water wisely – especially during a period of dry weather."
Severn Trent said it's seeing a higher than usual demand on water but things are currently "fine".
The water firm, which supplies most of the region, said people should take some precautions to preserve water, including:
- Water plants in the evening with a watering can
- Go easy on watering the lawn, maybe set the mower a bit higher
- Wash the car with a bucket and sponge, not a hosepipe, or just wash the windows, lights and mirrors
Twycross Zoo welcomes baby orangutanpublished at 12:05 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
Oh my gosh... cute alert!
This baby orangutan has been born at Twycross Zoo.
Image source, Twycross Zoo
Kibriah's new arrival means this is the second orangutan baby to be born at the zoo this year.
In March, mother Maliku gave birth to a baby boy.
Image source, Twycross Zoo
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Kibriah’s birth last Friday was a special moment for all of us and it was fantastic to see how her experience with previous babies meant that we did not need to step in. Our orangutans are going to keep us very busy with two new babies growing up together, but it is something we all look forward to.”
Miguel Bueno, Twycross Zoo
Transfer gossip: Foxes after Nigerian strikerpublished at 11:28 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
The Daily Telegraph
Leicester City boss Craig Shakespeare is plotting a £25million move for Manchester City striker Kelechi Iheanacho, external as the Foxes prepare to spend big this summer.
Image source, Getty Images
Burst pipes and discoloured water in Nottinghamshire and Leicestershirepublished at 11:27 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Maryam Qaiser
BBC Local Live
Severn Trent Water says it is dealing with two burst pipes and reports of discoloured water in Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire.
Engineers are currently fixing burst water pipes in Woodgate Lane in Cotgrave, Nottinghamshire, and Keyham Lane East, in Scraptoft, Leicester. This may cause water supplies in the NG12 and LE7 areas to be off or at low pressure for some customers.
Image source, Thinkstock
Meanwhile, the water company says it has received reports of discoloured water in the Birstall and Wanlip area of Leicester.
Severn Trent says the reason for this could be a result of the way they've moved water around the network "to meet the high demand we’ve been experiencing".
London fire: Fire service asked to identify 'at risk buildings'published at 11:05 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Chris Doidge
BBC Radio Derby, political reporter
Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service has been asked to identify buildings which might be at risk following the Grenfell Tower fire.
The service confirmed it is in contact with hospitals and educational establishments as part of its work.
Image source, Google
The county's only high-rise residential building is Rivermead House in Derby. It had an in-date fire inspection but it's been refreshed in the last week.
Muslim festival in Nottingham will raise funds for camps in Calaispublished at 11:01 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Maryam Qaiser
BBC Local Live
A woman from Nottingham, who regularly volunteers at camps in Calais, is holding a fundraiser to coincide with a religious celebration.
Sahira Kauser is hosting Chand Raat, which is a small celebration held on the eve of the Eid festival celebrated by Muslims.
But Sahira will be donating some of the money from the fundraiser to Calais Refugee Aid.
She said: "It's a charity close to my heart.
"They collect food, clothes and medical aid to send to countries where there are many displaced people, many of whom live in ditches."
The event, which is open to everyone, will be held on Saturday at the Excelsior Suites, Nottingham, from 18:00 BST.
Sykes leave Leics by mutual consentpublished at 10:49 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Leicestershire spinner James Sykes leaves the club to pursue other playing opportunities in cricket.
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Leicester charity workers helped Grenfell Tower victimspublished at 10:27 British Summer Time 22 June 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
It's been over a week since we saw the shocking images of the fire at Grenfell Tower in London.
A lot of us probably questioned how we as individuals could help, but two people from Leicester actually did.
Gul Zada and Joe Thurgate work for the British Red Cross and were deployed to the capital to support residents at the community assistance centre.
Image source, Getty Images
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When people arrived at the centre, I signed them in and took them into the centre to colleagues who provided specialist advice and support. The circumstances were tough but the residents and their families were lovely, friendly people. The community is strong and positive.”
Joe Thurgate, British Red Cross