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BBC News
a day ago
- Business
- BBC News
Hardwick Festival promoter's fears over waste plant smell
The hosts of a music festival have opposed plans for an organic waste processing plant over concerns about the company BioConstruct NewEnergy said the facility, at Bishop Middleham, near Sedgefield, would process food waste and farmyard manure, producing methane gas which will be purified for the National company initially won approval to go ahead with the development, but there were complaints about a lack of local consultation, and it will be considered again next Adamson, owner of Hardwick Hall Hotel which runs Hardwick Festival, said: "The increased traffic and the potential odour problem will have a massive impact." He said he had put on hold an £18m investment in a new spa and further development of the said: "We host many outdoor events, as well as Hardwick Festival, and this could have a real effect on them."It's damaging to our business and to the area as a whole, with a huge amount of materials being processed far too close to residential and business areas."More than 800 people or organisations have objected and they have organised a campaign group to fight the proposed site is beside the Knotty Hill Golf Centre's 10th hole, and proprietor Denis Craggs said: "We are deeply concerned about the proposed anaerobic digester plant being planned directly adjacent to our grounds."The scale of the facility, the potential for persistent odours and the sheer industrial nature of the project are wholly incompatible with a recreational and family-oriented setting like ours." 'Makes no sense' The application stated that the plant would generate methane from 76,000 tonnes of material annually, which, when processed, would supply the gas needs for 18,000 remaining digested material will be used as fertiliser on local process involves the organic material being broken down in sealed County councillor Ian Catchpole is also in opposition, saying: "Having an anaerobic digestion plant within 10 miles of a built-up area makes no sense whatsoever."BioConstruct New Energy has been approached for for the company previously said the plant would not cause "noise or odour nuisance", or "give rise to traffic issues of any significance". Follow BBC Tees on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
Double sex attacker's 'unduly lenient' ten-year jail sentence to be reviewed
A double sex attacker is set to have his ten-year jail sentence reviewed for being 'too lenient'. Arshad Chaudrhy sexually assaulted one girl on multiple occasions in 2017 and, three years later, sexually assaulted another woman and attempted to rape her. The 50-year-old was arrested after the two victims bravely came forward - and was then charged with seven sexual assaults, one attempted sexual assault and one attempted rape. He denied all the offences at court but the jury saw through his lies. He was found guilty and sentenced to ten years in prison. However, a spokesperson for the Attorney General's Office (AGO) has now confirmed that Chaudrhy's sentence had been referred under the Unduly Lenient Sentence Scheme. They said: 'I can confirm that the Solicitor General has referred Arshad Chadurhy sentence to the Court of Appeal as they agree that it appears unduly lenient. 'It is now for the court to decide whether to increase the sentence.' As previously reported, Chaudrhy was jailed on June 23 this year at Teesside Crown Court. Following the sentencing, investigating officer Detective Constable Neil Chisholm from CET said: 'Chaudrhy targeted these two women in pursuit of his own sexual gratification. 'His crimes have had a lasting impact on his victims who were put through even more trauma when he tried to deny his crimes. 'Thankfully the jury saw through his lies and found him guilty. I'm pleased that justice has today been served and that he is now in prison where he can't hurt anyone else. 'Hopefully it has brought some closure to the victims. 'I'd like to thank the victims for their courage and strength throughout this whole process. I'd encourage anyone who has been sexually assaulted to come forward and report it. 'We will fully investigate it and support you throughout.' It's never too late to report an incident to police. The force has specially trained officers who will support you throughout. You can report at any time of day or night online via the Cleveland Police website or by phoning 101. Anyone who has been a victim of rape or sexual abuse can contact Teesside Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) for help and support, regardless of whether or not the offence has been reported to police. SARC provides 24-hour crisis intervention and a range of options.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Romanby Ladies golf report including winners of away fay at Teesside
Romanby Ladies Golf Report July 7: Teesside Alliance at Blackwell Grange. Superb performances from Sandi Bellwood and Jacki Toner, both on 68 points, gave them 3rd and 4th places in the Bronze Division. July 10: Lady Captain's Away Day at Teesside. 1st - Sandi Bellwood, Nicola Crosby, and Janet Pollard with 92 points 2nd - Julia Grainger, Sandra Mair, and Christine Keates with 86 points 3rd - Pam Gresty, Julie Philpott, and Sandra Dunn with 81 points The longest drive was won by Nicola Crosby. July 17 Medal 1st - Nina Lee with 66 pts 2nd - Nicola Crosby with 73 pts (and lowest gross score) 3rd - Angie Sims with 74 pts LADIES 9 HOLE QUALIFIER 1st - Dorothy Edwards with 20 points 2nd - Diane Clothier with 19 points
BBC News
5 days ago
- BBC News
Stockton paedophile found with children's underwear and computer
A convicted paedophile who was caught with an unregistered computer and stash of children's underwear has been jailed for a McKay, 73, was made subject of a sexual harm prevention order in 2012 after being convicted of multiple indecent images of children offences in Durham, Teesside Crown Court part of that order, he had to give the police details of any internet-enabled devices within three days of getting them, but officers found a desktop computer he had not told them about when they visited his home on 8 from Stockton, had denied breaching the order but was found guilty by magistrates. Warning: This story contains details people may find distressingHe was jailed for two years at Durham Crown Court for 16 counts of making indecent images of children, four of taking such images and seven counts of voyeurism in September 2012, prosecutors said.A sexual harm prevention order was made to last indefinitely, the court had twice been jailed for breaching the order, the court heard, with officers previously finding an unregistered mobile phone, a laptop hidden beneath a bed and a stash of school skirts, the court 2018, McKay was convicted of possessing indecent images of children and a "paedophile manual", judge Deborah Sherwin said. 'Persistent child attraction' On 8 April, police attended his home for a routine review and found the desktop, which he said he had bought three weeks earlier, the court also found seven pairs of underwear for children aged 10 to 11 and a red notepad in which McKay had written stories about sexually abusing children, the court told the police he wore the underwear "for comfort" and wrote the stories as a way of managing his sexual interests, the court Sherwin said McKay posed a "high risk of serious harm" to children and it was "quite clear" his attraction to them dismissed his claims he bought the underwear for himself, adding the garments were too small for him to fit judge said there was "some force" to McKay's suggestion he was "giving vent to [his] urges" by writing stories rather than downloading more illegal materials, but there was a "real danger" he could get images with the computer he had failed to register with police. Follow BBC North East on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
Yahoo
23-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Award winners honoured at Teesside University's graduation ceremonies
A pioneering games developer, an innovative tech entrepreneur, and a healthcare leader were honoured alongside thousands of students during Teesside University's academic awards this month. A total of 17 graduation ceremonies were held at Teesside university from Tuesday, July 8 to Wednesday, July 16, when 4,000 students celebrated their academic achievements. The ceremonies took place in the new £40 million Digital Life building, which is intended to advance teaching and research in fields such as digital media, artificial intelligence, robotics and games design for the Tees Valley and beyond. During the ceremonies, honorary degrees were bestowed on Lee Hutchinson, founder of global gaming giant Double Eleven, and Dean Benson, chief executive of e-commerce powerhouse Visualsoft. Honorary Graduate Derek Bell (Image: Judy Hume) Both are Teesside University graduates and recognised for their groundbreaking work in gaming and tech, having founded and developed their own hugely successful businesses in the region. Also honoured as an honorary graduate was Professor Derek Bell OBE, chair of the University Hospitals Tees group board. Professor Bell, who has made instrumental contributions to healthcare both regionally and nationally, was awarded an OBE in 2018 for services to Unscheduled Care and Quality Improvement. Honorary Graduate Lee Hutchinon (Image: Judy Hume) Professor Bell said: "It's a great privilege to be honoured in this way. "The University's buildings and facilities for students are just exceptional, and I can see how that attracts students from all over the world. "Teesside University's reputation continues to go up and up. "The opportunities are fantastic, along with the opportunity to take the different skills that people have learned at the University out into the wider world. "As I walk across the stage I will be thinking about what an honour it is, but also thinking about the speech I'll be making, celebrating the importance of the University within the local region, particularly in relation to health science training, but also looking to the future. "Hopefully Teesside University will get a new medical school, which I think will be a great boost to the local economy." Mr Hutchinson said: "Teesside has a special place in my heart because it was the place that gave me my degree. "It feels really good to be recognised for the work I've done in the community. "Teesside as a university is really helped by listening to the actual people around it and tailoring their courses to fit exactly with what the actual industry wants. "Having all kinds of digital industry degrees is massively beneficial for us." Speaking during the ceremony where he was awarded his honour, Mr Hutchinson added: "Thank you, Teesside University, for giving me opportunity and for investing in futures that don't yet exist. "Together, let's continue to put Middlesbrough, the North-East, and our University on the global map of creativity and impact." Mr Benson said: "The feeling I get from receiving this award is one of inspiration. "I want to be there for other people and help people related to Teesside to flourish and perhaps be a role model for other people. "Teesside University stands for excellence and an amazing education. "I've dealt with the University all through my life, studying at the University, work placement from school at the University, right the way through to being a Governor at the University and now today with the honorary doctorate, it's an absolute pleasure. "Teesside University holds a massive role within the region, it stands for everything that everyone strives and works for; its morals, its ethics, its education. "What people come out with from the University is a future. "The Digital Life building is absolutely phenomenal. "It's one of the examples of how the University has innovated. It's set the vision, it delivered the vision."
