Tributes paid to firefighter who died on walk

Plus: Decision made on future of former pub

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Tributes to firefighter who collapsed on walk

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service has announced the death of firefighter Lee Braidley, who passed away while off duty.

Mr Braidley was walking his dog when collapsed on Wednesday, October 16.

Emergency services were called, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.