Drug dealers are having to change the way they operate because of social distancing and lockdown measures, police say.
Det Supt Mike Allen, from Nottinghamshire Police's serious and organised crime unit, said the force's statistics on drug offences "have remained consistent", despite restrictions in place to ensure people stay at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
He said officers were "constantly reviewing" ways to deal with drug crime, and asked for members of the public to report any suspicious activity.
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Quote Message: Drug dealers’ business models are based around hiding in plain sight. In the current circumstances, that tactic has been taken from them, and while this poses a problem for them, it creates an opportunity for us. from Det Supt Mike Allen Nottinghamshire Police
Drug dealers’ business models are based around hiding in plain sight. In the current circumstances, that tactic has been taken from them, and while this poses a problem for them, it creates an opportunity for us.
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M1 Leicestershire southbound severe disruption, between J19 for M6 and J18 for A5.
M1 Leicestershire - One lane blocked on M1 southbound between J19, M6 (Catthorpe Interchange) and J18, A5 (Rugby), because of a break down and a car that's broken down. Traffic is coping well.
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M1 Northamptonshire both ways severe disruption, between J18 for A5 and J19 for M6.
M1 Northamptonshire - Temporary closure and stationary on M1 in both directions between J18, A5 (Rugby) and J19, M6 (Catthorpe Interchange), because of animals on the road.
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Miss England 'feeling guilty' for not being on front line
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The reigning Miss England says she has been "feeling very guilty" for not being on the front line sooner, as she returns to her job as a junior doctor.
Respiratory specialist Bhasha Mukherjee is due to start back at Boston Pilgrim Hospital in Lincolnshire this week.
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The 24-year-old from Derby has travelled back from India, where she had been carrying out charity work. As part of a humanitarian trip across Asia, she had been due to travel to countries including Pakistan.
Four men from Leeds have been charged under new legislation enacted to tackle the coronavirus pandemic after about four hectares of moorland went up in smoke.
Derbyshire Police said the group, who are all in their early 20s, were questioned in connection with the blaze, which happened near the A628 at Woodhead on Good Friday.
A force spokesman said the fire was believed to have been caused by a barbecue that went "out of control".
The men are due in court accused of "associating with people other than those in their own household" and making an unnecessary journey.
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M1 Leicestershire southbound severe disruption, from J19 for M6 to J18 for A5.
M1 Leicestershire - Stationary on M1 southbound from J19, M6 (Catthorpe Interchange) to J18, A5 (Rugby), because of a temporary closure and animals on the road.
To report traffic and travel incidents dial 0330 123 0184 at any time
M1 Derbyshire southbound severe disruption, from J25 for A52 Brian Clough Way Nottingham to J24 for A453 Ashby Road Nottingham South.
M1 Derbyshire - One lane closed on M1 southbound from J25, A52 (Nottingham) to J24, A453 (Nottingham South), because of a break down. Traffic is coping well.
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Batman spreads Easter joy around Gotham
Batman has been delivering some Easter joy to children in Gotham, Nottinghamshire in the form of Easter eggs.
Mark Lowe dressed up as the superhero to make drops to 70 houses in the village with his wife Claire, who wore a Batwoman costume.
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"As we're social distancing Robin couldn't join me but Batwoman is driving the Batmobile today," he told BBC Radio Nottingham.
"We just wanted to spread a bit of joy in this lockdown and it's been really great.
"The children have been waving from their windows, taking photos and smiling and that's what it was about."
Police break up 'bizarre' street party
Police in Derbyshire said they were called to a "bizarre job" last night when they had to break up a village street party.
Officers were called to Woodville in Derbyshire to a party of about 15 people, including children, surrounding a fire pit in the middle of the road.
"This was was subsequently shut down and everyone sent back to their homes," tweeted the Swadlincote policing team.
A1 Nottinghamshire northbound severe accident, from B6325 Great North Road to A6075 Ashvale Road.
A1 Nottinghamshire - A1 closed northbound from the B6325 Great North Road junction in North Muskham to Tuxford Junction in Tuxford, because of an accident. Traffic is coping well. Diversion in operation - follow the B6325 towards South Muskham, A616 and finally the A614 before rejoining the A1.
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M1 Leicestershire northbound severe disruption, at J20 for A4304 Lutterworth Road.
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M42 Warwickshire - An obstruction on M42 northbound between J10, A5 (Tamworth) in Staffordshire and J11, A42 (Burton-Upon-Trent) in Leicestershire.
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Read moreDrug dealers 'working from home' during lockdown
Drug dealers are having to change the way they operate because of social distancing and lockdown measures, police say.
Det Supt Mike Allen, from Nottinghamshire Police's serious and organised crime unit, said the force's statistics on drug offences "have remained consistent", despite restrictions in place to ensure people stay at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
He said officers were "constantly reviewing" ways to deal with drug crime, and asked for members of the public to report any suspicious activity.
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Severe disruption: M1 Leicestershire southbound
M1 Leicestershire southbound severe disruption, between J19 for M6 and J18 for A5.
M1 Leicestershire - One lane blocked on M1 southbound between J19, M6 (Catthorpe Interchange) and J18, A5 (Rugby), because of a break down and a car that's broken down. Traffic is coping well.
To report traffic and travel incidents dial 0330 123 0184 at any time
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Severe disruption: M1 Northamptonshire both ways
M1 Northamptonshire both ways severe disruption, between J18 for A5 and J19 for M6.
M1 Northamptonshire - Temporary closure and stationary on M1 in both directions between J18, A5 (Rugby) and J19, M6 (Catthorpe Interchange), because of animals on the road.
To report traffic and travel incidents dial 0330 123 0184 at any time
Miss England 'feeling guilty' for not being on front line
Pritti Mistry
BBC News
The reigning Miss England says she has been "feeling very guilty" for not being on the front line sooner, as she returns to her job as a junior doctor.
Respiratory specialist Bhasha Mukherjee is due to start back at Boston Pilgrim Hospital in Lincolnshire this week.
The 24-year-old from Derby has travelled back from India, where she had been carrying out charity work. As part of a humanitarian trip across Asia, she had been due to travel to countries including Pakistan.
But she says she wants to return to her "NHS family" because she is concerned about "the pressure our NHS is under".
Moorland fire 'caused by out-of-control barbecue'
Four men from Leeds have been charged under new legislation enacted to tackle the coronavirus pandemic after about four hectares of moorland went up in smoke.
Derbyshire Police said the group, who are all in their early 20s, were questioned in connection with the blaze, which happened near the A628 at Woodhead on Good Friday.
A force spokesman said the fire was believed to have been caused by a barbecue that went "out of control".
The men are due in court accused of "associating with people other than those in their own household" and making an unnecessary journey.
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Severe disruption: M1 Leicestershire southbound
M1 Leicestershire southbound severe disruption, from J19 for M6 to J18 for A5.
M1 Leicestershire - Stationary on M1 southbound from J19, M6 (Catthorpe Interchange) to J18, A5 (Rugby), because of a temporary closure and animals on the road.
To report traffic and travel incidents dial 0330 123 0184 at any time
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Severe disruption: M1 Derbyshire southbound
M1 Derbyshire southbound severe disruption, from J25 for A52 Brian Clough Way Nottingham to J24 for A453 Ashby Road Nottingham South.
M1 Derbyshire - One lane closed on M1 southbound from J25, A52 (Nottingham) to J24, A453 (Nottingham South), because of a break down. Traffic is coping well.
To report traffic and travel incidents dial 0330 123 0184 at any time
Batman spreads Easter joy around Gotham
Batman has been delivering some Easter joy to children in Gotham, Nottinghamshire in the form of Easter eggs.
Mark Lowe dressed up as the superhero to make drops to 70 houses in the village with his wife Claire, who wore a Batwoman costume.
"As we're social distancing Robin couldn't join me but Batwoman is driving the Batmobile today," he told BBC Radio Nottingham.
"We just wanted to spread a bit of joy in this lockdown and it's been really great.
"The children have been waving from their windows, taking photos and smiling and that's what it was about."
Police break up 'bizarre' street party
Police in Derbyshire said they were called to a "bizarre job" last night when they had to break up a village street party.
Officers were called to Woodville in Derbyshire to a party of about 15 people, including children, surrounding a fire pit in the middle of the road.
"This was was subsequently shut down and everyone sent back to their homes," tweeted the Swadlincote policing team.
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Severe accident: A1 Nottinghamshire northbound
A1 Nottinghamshire northbound severe accident, from B6325 Great North Road to A6075 Ashvale Road.
A1 Nottinghamshire - A1 closed northbound from the B6325 Great North Road junction in North Muskham to Tuxford Junction in Tuxford, because of an accident. Traffic is coping well. Diversion in operation - follow the B6325 towards South Muskham, A616 and finally the A614 before rejoining the A1.
To report traffic and travel incidents dial 0330 123 0184 at any time
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