On Thursday 9th December, Notts County Unison held a small protest outside County Hall.

The demonstration was timed to coincide with the full council meeting.

Three campaigners were dressed as skeletons to symbolise the "skeleton services" which they fear will be left if the cuts are carried out.

There was also a cardboard box covered in brown paper, presumably intended to represent a coffin holding the remains of public services in Nottinghamshire.

The lobby was relatively small, but a larger protest is likely next week when the council's cabinet meets to discuss budget proposals and the closure of Gedling School.