Sandish Shoker
BBC News

A hospital in Derby has been officially renamed after Florence Nightingale and a new sculpture has been unveiled in tribute to the founder of modern nursing.

The University of Derby and Burton NHS Trust said the renaming of the London Road Community Hospital "will only strengthen the link between her work and the NHS".

Image source, UHDB

Cathy Winfield, executive chief nurse, said: "Florence has family connections in Derbyshire, so what better way to honour her legacy and recognise UHDBs most outstanding nurses, midwives and nursing associates.

“Florence Nightingale’s legacy of nursing care, education and values has been exemplified through the generations and today’s nursing and midwifery leaders describe her work as critical to their practices and professions."

The hospital will now be known as the Florence Nightingale Community Hospital.

Sandish Shoker
BBC News

England fans are being asked to act responsibly tonight, before and after the semi-final against Denmark.

Nottinghamshire Police urged fans to stay at home unless they had pre-booked a venue as most were only taking bookings in advance.

Assistant Chief Constable Steve Cooper said: “As with previous matches, we are aware of the large number of people that will gathering at pubs and bars in the city and county and we are well-versed at policing these types of events."

Extra officers would be on patrol across the county tonight, he added.

Image source, Nottinghamshire Police

Councillor David Mellen, leader of Nottingham City Council, urged fans to "remain safe and considerate to others as they watch the match tonight".

“Please don’t turn up at city-centre bars and pubs unless you have a booking, and be respectful to others before, during and after the game, when there are likely to be lots of people out and about," he added.

"This especially means not gathering in large numbers with others outside your household groups – we’ve come such a long way as a city in the fight against Covid and we must keep going.”

An 81-year-old engineer who has worked for the NHS for 58 years has been given a lifetime achievement award.

Joe Sim, an engineer and energy monitor at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust (UHDB), received the nod at a ceremony opened by the Prime Minister at One Great George Street, Westminster this afternoon.

He was one of 10 winners selected from more than 700 nominations and judged by a national panel made up of senior leaders, staff and patients.

Image source, NHS

Jodi Law
BBC East Midlands Today

As England get ready to take on Denmark in tonight's semi-final everyone's a fan - even those who don't really like football.

I spoke to these football fans in Nottingham as excitement builds for the match.

Peter Hopewell is heading to his son's to watch it tonight because he has the bigger TV.

"I think we have been improving all the way through and we have got better and better as the tournament has gone on," he said.

While his wife, Susan Hopewell will be tuning into The Sewing Bee instead "because I can't stand tension", she said.

We caught Lee Chapell as he set off on his journey to Wembley but he isn’t optimistic for a win.

"I'm nervous," he said. "But I think we'll lose in injury time.

"They have been unbelievable, but there's too much hype and too much expectation on them."

Students Fiorella Di Marco and Hector Leon have split loyalties but will be cheering for England tonight.

"I'm Spanish so as Spain lost yesterday, I will be supporting England," said Hector. "They played really well in the last game so I hope they win."

While Fiorella is hoping for an England v Italy final.

"I'm an Italian fan but I live in England, so I think it will be a really good game to watch.

"I love watching the games in the pub, it's really exciting watching everyone's emotions."

Simon Hare
BBC East Midlands Today

Football fever has grown enough to force normal lessons off the timetable at one school.

Orchard Primary in Castle Donington, Leicestershire, has held a day of football-themed activities to mark England's progress in Euro 2020.

Classrooms and corridors have been decked out with flags and many pupils wore masks of their favourite footballing stars, including captain Harry Kane.

Deputy head teacher John Patching said: "We have been up to all sorts.

"We have been doing arts and crafts, we have been researching the countries that England are playing against.

"We've been doing songs, dances and football skills."

Benjamin Orton, 17, was stabbed outside a cinema and paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene.

Alex Regan
BBC News

A horse that ended up trapped in a ditch in his paddock has been rescued by firefighters.

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service said George was found stuck in mud between two hedgerows in Denby Lane, Denby at about 20:30 on Tuesday.

Image source, Derbyshire Fire and Rescue

Crews from Alfreton and Ripley cut back hedges to help free the stricken creature, much to the relief of his "worried sick" owners.

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service joked on Facebook they hoped this would be the end of George's hide and seek antics.

Alex Regan
BBC News

People in Derbyshire have been warned to steer clear of scam texts and emails inviting them to apply for Covid-19 vaccine passports.

Derbyshire Police said fraudsters were attempting to use the legitimate NHS vaccine pass scheme - which allows people to prove they are vaccinated before attending events or travelling abroad - to obtain bank information.

The force said the texts and emails link to a fake website designed to look like an official NHS site, which then asks users to pay an administration fee.

Image source, Derbyshire Police

The force said: "It appears scammers are already trying to use this scheme as part of a bid to trick people out of cash.

"Fake emails on the Covid-19 vaccine passport have also been reported in other parts of the country.

"The NHS vaccine pass is free and you can find details on your eligibility and how to get it through the NHS website.

"Our advice would be to search for the pass yourself rather than clicking links sent to you through text or email."

Alice Hodgkinson's family say they have not heard from her since she emailed on 30 June.

Alex Smith
BBC News Online

A council has warned of the dangerous of open water swimming after hundreds descended on to a lake last week to cool down.

Nottingham City Council said crowds of people headed to Colwick Country Park amid hot temperatures.

With more warm weather forecast, the authority has urged people not to be tempted by the open water "as there are many hidden dangers".

This includes strong undercurrents and the water being deceptively cold - causing shock, severe cramp and hypothermia.

Image source, Nottingham City Council

"Open water swimming can be extremely dangerous and a risk to life. If things do go wrong, there is often no-one around to help until it is too late," Rosemary Healy, lead councillor for parks, said.

"Our NHS and emergency services have enough on their plates as it is fighting the coronavirus pandemic and we need to protect them so they can save the lives of our loved ones."

Alex Smith
BBC News Online

Another dispersal order will be in place for Ashby in Leicestershire, this time during England's Euro 2020 semi-final against Denmark on Wednesday, police have confirmed.

The order, which grants officers the power to move on anyone committing a crime or causing a nuisance, will be in force from 16:00 on Wednesday until 01:00 on Thursday.

It covers the area pictured below and includes: North Street, The Green, Elford Street, South Street, Station Road, Market Street, Derby Road, Bath Street, Brook Street, Hood Park, Bath Grounds and "the inner perimeter of Ashby".

Image source, Leicestershire Police

Insp Rich Jackson said: "This order, which was in place during England's previous game against Ukraine, allows officers to deal with antisocial behaviour and crime not only once incidents have occurred, but when they are likely to.

"It is both a protective and preventative measure and anyone who refuses to comply with an order to leave will be committing an offence and could be arrested."

BBC Weather

It's set to start off fairly dry and cloudy this morning but showers are expected to arrive in the afternoon and some of them could be heavy and thundery.

There will be some sunshine between the rain with highs of 20C (68F).

As we head to the first part of tonight, a few more showers are to come but it will be drier in the early hours of tomorrow.

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Sandra Hobson had to give up her week-old baby after giving birth to him aged 16.

Leicestershire batsman Harry Swindells hits an unbeaten ton as their match with Somerset heads towards a draw.

Luke Fletcher takes a match haul of 8-64 as Notts hammer Derbyshire by an innings inside three days at Trent Bridge.

A man with terminal cancer intends to fulfil his lifelong dream to run a London Marathon in October.

Police say Hisham Chaudhary used Bitcoin to send money to free IS supporters from camps in Syria.

Liam Barnes
BBC News

Violence and racism after England's Euro 2020 quarter-final victory over Ukraine means hospital staff are "dreading" coming into work on Wednesday, a chief nurse has said.

Julie Hogg, who heads up nursing staff at King's Mill Hospital in Nottinghamshire, said about 900 people came into A&E on Saturday after England's 4-0 win secured their place in the semi-finals.

She said the unit was "an appalling and sometimes frightening place to work" because of "absolutely unacceptable" behaviour, adding staff "won't hesitate to call the police if people behave badly".

"Most patients were polite and were just seeking help and treatment, but a significant minority of people abused our colleagues; we experienced people who were violent, rude, said inappropriate sexual comments and, in some cases, were racist," she said.

England face Denmark on Wednesday at Wembley for a place in the final on 11 July, and the hospital has committed extra security staff for the emergency department shift tomorrow evening.

"This is a real shame as it's money we could be spending on patient care, but NHS staff must be safe from harm," she said.

“We want everyone to go out and have fun on Wednesday, but we ask you to do so safely."

Jonathan Brooks was arrested after Graeme Perks was stabbed at his home in Nottinghamshire.

Samantha Noble
BBC News Online

Derby aims to join the race to be crowned the next City of Culture.

The city council said it was putting a bid to be considered for the title in 2025, ahead of the deadline for applications in a couple of weeks.

If successful, it could be a huge boost for the city.

Tony Butler, executive director of Derby Museums, said: “For over 300 years Derby has been a centre for creativity, experimentation and making.

"Here, on the banks of the Derwent, the Industrial Revolution first took hold, fuelled by the ideas of scientific discovery and enlightenment. That legacy resonates today as a city that is global in outlook committed to economic innovation."

Adam Buss, CEO of the Quad arts centre, added: "Our bid for City of Culture will draw together the heritage of the city alongside the voices of the young people of today to help us work together for a brighter future.

"Derby is a diverse, global city and our City of Culture bid will reflect both the unique qualities of the city and the unifying human qualities that bind us together."