thedailyecho--2020-08-31--Big Sustainability Expo to go ahead in October

A MAJOR business event dealing with sustainability and climate change is set to go ahead despite the coronavirus .
The fifth Big Sustainability Expo is set for Tuesday , October 6 , after organisers put in place a Covid-19 safety programme which they say is a model for the events industry .
Organised by the Poole-based Southern Sustainability Partnership , the event will take place at the Hilton Ageas Bowl , Southampton .
Co-organiser Lynda Daniels said : “ We ’ re two women of a certain age and if you think a measly pandemic is going to stand in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ another thing coming .
“ It ’ s hard work to put on something like this and to walk away from it , we just felt for us it wasn ’ t an option.
” The event will include up to 100 exhibition stands , workshops , and many suppliers not found at any other exhibition , the organisers say .
It will deal in such subjects as sustainability , energy , facilities management , waste management , recycling and technology .
New additions include a “ case study forum ” , which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ details of successful projects .
And this year will see the Hampshire Business Leaders Climate Summit take place simultaneously with the expo .
Sponsored by Southampton City Council , it will address some of the challenges facing private and public sector organisations .
It will consider issues such as how safe supply chains are from climate change , the challenges faced by local authorities , and how large organisations can convince small and medium sized enterprises of the benefits of considering climate change .
“ With all the work we do , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ already and will continue to have an effect on business – maybe not as much in the UK as in other countries yet , however that can have an effect on the supply chain for UK businesses , ” said Lynda Daniels .
“ We want to encourage SMEs to be in that audience .
There are a lot of SMEs that don ’ t feel this is something they need to concern themselves with .
There are so many reasons they need to get on board with this .
There are huge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Measures being taken to keep this year ’ s expo Covid-secure include a thermal imaging temperature check on visitors , the collection of data for track and trace purposes and an isolation space for anyone with symptoms .
In case circumstances change , there is a reserve date of March 26 next year .

The fifth Big Sustainability Expo is set for Tuesday, October 6, after organisers put in place a Covid-19 safety programme which they say is a model for the events industry.
Organised by the Poole-based Southern Sustainability Partnership, the event will take place at the Hilton Ageas Bowl, Southampton.
Co-organiser Lynda Daniels said: “We’re two women of a certain age and if you think a measly pandemic is going to stand in our way, you’ve got another thing coming.
“It’s hard work to put on something like this and to walk away from it, we just felt for us it wasn’t an option.”
The event will include up to 100 exhibition stands, workshops, and many suppliers not found at any other exhibition, the organisers say.
It will deal in such subjects as sustainability, energy, facilities management, waste management, recycling and technology.
New additions include a “case study forum”, which offers a chance to listen experts sharing details of successful projects.
And this year will see the Hampshire Business Leaders Climate Summit take place simultaneously with the expo.
Sponsored by Southampton City Council, it will address some of the challenges facing private and public sector organisations. It will consider issues such as how safe supply chains are from climate change, the challenges faced by local authorities, and how large organisations can convince small and medium sized enterprises of the benefits of considering climate change.
“With all the work we do, we understand climate change is having an effect already and will continue to have an effect on business – maybe not as much in the UK as in other countries yet, however that can have an effect on the supply chain for UK businesses,” said Lynda Daniels.
“We want to encourage SMEs to be in that audience. There are a lot of SMEs that don’t feel this is something they need to concern themselves with. There are so many reasons they need to get on board with this. There are huge savings to be made for SMEs.”
Measures being taken to keep this year’s expo Covid-secure include a thermal imaging temperature check on visitors, the collection of data for track and trace purposes and an isolation space for anyone with symptoms.
In case circumstances change, there is a reserve date of March 26 next year.
Details are at southernsustainability.co.uk/projects/big-sustainability-expo/


thedailyecho--2020-08-31--LETTER - I appreciated a cycle route which is safe

JUDGING by some of the correspondence in recent weeks , there are some strong opinions about the cycle lanes in Southampton .
Being stuck in traffic can be very frustrating , but if you genuinely couldn ’ t have made your journey by bike , why isn ’ t your frustration at least partly directed at those drivers in the queue in front of you who could easily have cycled rather than getting in your way ?
If you were travelling locally , why didn ’ t you cycle instead ?
Cycling may well have saved you time , you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the traffic jam and you wouldn ’ t have contributed to the city ’ s poor air quality .
I get that you might have reasons for not cycling – poor cycle infrastructure elsewhere on your route or a lack of good facilities ( including secure bike storage ) , for example .
But I wonder why you haven ’ t chosen to voice your frustration with the council about these ?
Why haven ’ t you investigated our excellent local bike shops ( and supported local businesses many of you claim to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some of the great “ budget cycling ” resources online ?
There are many ways in which cycling can be made easy , safe and comfortable – even in inclement weather or when you have things to carry .
Behaviour change takes time , and we will need to be patient before some of the benefits of the new cycle lanes can be seen .
I have used the cycle lanes on The Avenue a lot and appreciate having a route which is now safe .
The damaged bollards show just why cycle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not be relied upon to keep a safe distance from cyclists ) and it will take time for some to have the courage to start cycling .
The new cycle infrastructure isn ’ t perfect and I do share some of the concerns about traffic ( especially where the filter lane at the Winchester Rd roundabout has been removed , for example ) .
However , if we are serious about making our city an attractive and accessible place for all then the solution is not simply to remove the cycle lanes .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ of life – such as Copenhagen – typically have good cycle infrastructure , and it would be good if the council showed real vision when tackling issues of accessibility and air quality .

Being stuck in traffic can be very frustrating, but if you genuinely couldn’t have made your journey by bike, why isn’t your frustration at least partly directed at those drivers in the queue in front of you who could easily have cycled rather than getting in your way?
If you were travelling locally, why didn’t you cycle instead?
Cycling may well have saved you time, you wouldn’t have been part of the traffic jam and you wouldn’t have contributed to the city’s poor air quality.
I get that you might have reasons for not cycling – poor cycle infrastructure elsewhere on your route or a lack of good facilities (including secure bike storage), for example.
But I wonder why you haven’t chosen to voice your frustration with the council about these?
Why haven’t you investigated our excellent local bike shops (and supported local businesses many of you claim to care about in the process) or some of the great “budget cycling” resources online?
There are many ways in which cycling can be made easy, safe and comfortable – even in inclement weather or when you have things to carry.
Behaviour change takes time, and we will need to be patient before some of the benefits of the new cycle lanes can be seen.
I have used the cycle lanes on The Avenue a lot and appreciate having a route which is now safe.
The damaged bollards show just why cycle infrastructure is necessary (drivers clearly cannot be relied upon to keep a safe distance from cyclists) and it will take time for some to have the courage to start cycling.
The new cycle infrastructure isn’t perfect and I do share some of the concerns about traffic (especially where the filter lane at the Winchester Rd roundabout has been removed, for example).
However, if we are serious about making our city an attractive and accessible place for all then the solution is not simply to remove the cycle lanes.
Cities which are famous for their quality of life – such as Copenhagen – typically have good cycle infrastructure, and it would be good if the council showed real vision when tackling issues of accessibility and air quality.
James Pritchard
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-08-31--LETTER - Our old Southampton pubs should never be forgotten

I AGREE with your letter from the Southampton cab driver .
After an evening out or returning from a game @ @ @ @ @ last thing you need is a taxi river on their sat nav looking for your @ @ @ @ @ have had a drink or two .
That 's certainly not the case with an @ @ @ @ @ who will not only give you their view of the Saints game but will give @ @ @ @ @ city as well .
As for the many pubs that are continuing to disappear what @ @ @ @ @ is to get Southampton City Council to build into the planning application for what ever @ @ @ @ @ of the old pub say a Tesco Express , that a plaque with the name @ @ @ @ @ it so we can commemorate part of our great city 's heritage and history .
@ @ @ @ @ never be forgotten !
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After an evening out or returning from a game at St Mary's the last thing you need is a taxi river on their sat nav looking for your address, especially after you have had a drink or two.
That's certainly not the case with an old school cab driver, who will not only give you their view of the Saints game but will give you the history of our city as well.
Much better.
As for the many pubs that are continuing to disappear what might be a good idea is to get Southampton City Council to build into the planning application for what ever the site is to become of the old pub say a Tesco Express, that a plaque with the name of the old pub on it so we can commemorate part of our great city's heritage and history.
Our old public houses should never be forgotten! .
Andy Frampton
Bitterne.


thedailyecho--2020-08-31--LETTER - Surely there is the money to eradicate poverty and give all children a decent education?

The news that disadvantaged pupils achieve less well in Southampton 's schools is yet another damning indictment of our council @ @ @ @ @ wholesale closure of youth centres , reduction of sure-start services , restriction of library opening @ @ @ @ @ authority controlled schools to cut their budgets .
This is the legacy of Southampton City @ @ @ @ @ .
The government is as bad or worse .
Hundreds of millions of pounds cut @ @ @ @ @ of food banks , the great wages squeeze , zero-hours contracts , all inflicting poverty @ @ @ @ @ If the council can spend £200 million investing in commercial property and government can spend @ @ @ @ @ , surely there is the money in society to eradicate poverty and give all children @ @ @ @ @ campaign and strike at Valentines primary school last year showed the way .
Teachers , @ @ @ @ @ pupils fighting together for the funding and resources needed to educate our kids .

The wholesale closure of youth centres, reduction of sure-start services, restriction of library opening times and pressure on local authority controlled schools to cut their budgets. This is the legacy of Southampton City Council in the last decade.
The government is as bad or worse.
Hundreds of millions of pounds cut from council budgets, thousands of food banks, the great wages squeeze, zero-hours contracts, all inflicting poverty on millions of children.
If the council can spend £200 million investing in commercial property and government can spend £700 billion on quantitative easing, surely there is the money in society to eradicate poverty and give all children a decent education?
The campaign and strike at Valentines primary school last year showed the way. Teachers, school staff, parents and pupils fighting together for the funding and resources needed to educate our kids.
Josh Asker
Southampton Socialist Party


thedailyecho--2020-08-31--LETTER - The world appears to be in a state of flux

WITH the world fighting the coronavirus it is fantastic news that two out of three strains of wild polio virus @ @ @ @ @ Recently Africa was declared free of the last remaining strain of wild polio virus .
@ @ @ @ @ virus remains in Africa with 177 cases being identified this year I am old enough @ @ @ @ @ of the 1950/60 's when the authorities closed swimming baths and playing fields to try @ @ @ @ @ polio that was affecting millions of people worldwide .
I can also remember the children @ @ @ @ @ callipers or had to wear special shoes because they were crippled by polio .
The @ @ @ @ @ a state of flux at the moment , there seems to be unrest and unhappiness @ @ @ @ @ k but let it not blind us to the many brilliant and heroic achievements that @ @ @ @ @ the eradication of polio , which has killed and maimed humankind ever since man first @ @ @

Recently Africa was declared free of the last remaining strain of wild polio virus.
Now only the vaccine-derived polio virus remains in Africa with 177 cases being identified this year
I am old enough to remember the polio pandemic of the 1950/60's when the authorities closed swimming baths and playing fields to try to stem the transmission of polio that was affecting millions of people worldwide.
I can also remember the children at my school who wore callipers or had to wear special shoes because they were crippled by polio.
The world seems to be in a state of flux at the moment, there seems to be unrest and unhappiness where ever we loo,k but let it not blind us to the many brilliant and heroic achievements that are still happening, like the eradication of polio, which has killed and maimed humankind ever since man first appeared on earth
Paddy Maxwell
Lordshill


thedailyecho--2020-08-31--Rescue teams scramble to save woman stuck in mud near Calshot Activity Centre

Emergency services scrambled to rescue a woman stuck in mud near to Calshot Activity Centre .
According to a witness @ @ @ @ @ kayaking but got stranded as the tide went out .
“ Several emergency rescue vehicles @ @ @ @ @ pontoons had to be used to reach the distressed kayaker .
After receiving a call @ @ @ @ @ Hardley , Redbridge and Fareham Fire Stations rushed to the scene .
Helped by Hillhead @ @ @ @ @ to safety at 4.29pm .
She was treated by paramedics on the scene .

Emergency services scrambled to rescue a woman stuck in mud near to Calshot Activity Centre.
According to a witness, the woman had been kayaking but got stranded as the tide went out.
“Several emergency rescue vehicles were involved” and inflatable pontoons had to be used to reach the distressed kayaker.
After receiving a call at around 3.30pm yesterday crews from Hardley, Redbridge and Fareham Fire Stations rushed to the scene.
Helped by Hillhead Coastguard the woman was pulled to safety at 4.29pm.
She was treated by paramedics on the scene.


thedailyecho--2020-08-31--Boy seriously injured after collision with van in Alresford

POLICE are appealing for information after a boy suffered serious injuries in a collision with a van – which then @ @ @ @ @ , a 15-year-old boy , was cycling in a group at the time of the @ @ @ @ @ in Spiers Lane , Old Alresford .
Hampshire police says that the collision involved a @ @ @ @ @ to stop at the scene .
The teen , who was wearing a helmet , @ @ @ @ @ the incident are keen to speak with anyone who may have witnessed the collision , @ @ @ @ @ or group of cyclists in the area .
The force is also keen to hear @ @ @ @ @ dash cam footage , or other footage , from the road .
Anyone with information @ @ @ @ @ 44200333760 .

The victim, a 15-year-old boy, was cycling in a group at the time of the incident at around 11.30am on Sunday in Spiers Lane, Old Alresford.
Hampshire police says that the collision involved a white van, which failed to stop at the scene.
The teen, who was wearing a helmet, suffered head injuries
Officers investigating the incident are keen to speak with anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or who saw the van or group of cyclists in the area.
The force is also keen to hear from anyone who may have dash cam footage, or other footage, from the road.
Anyone with information can call 101, quoting 44200333760.


thedailyecho--2020-08-31--Body found in hunt for missing diplomat Richard Morris

Hampshire Constabulary says that its investigation into the disappearance of Richard Morris from Bentley have today found a body in @ @ @ @ @ Man still missing three months after last sighting – Can you help ?
Formal identification @ @ @ @ @ , but the 52-year-old ’ s family have been notified .
They are being supported @ @ @ @ @ death is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the @ @ @ @ @ Mr Morris - who was UK ambassador to Nepal until last year - was last @ @ @ @ @ May 6 , after leaving to go running from his home in Bentley near Farnham @

Hampshire Constabulary says that its investigation into the disappearance of Richard Morris from Bentley have today found a body in Alice Holt Forest.
Formal identification has not yet taken place, but the 52-year-old’s family have been notified.
They are being supported by specialist officers.
The death is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner.
As reported, Mr Morris - who was UK ambassador to Nepal until last year - was last seen on the morning of May 6, after leaving to go running from his home in Bentley near Farnham.


thedailyecho--2020-08-31--North Sea Crash: Pilot's 'world ended' after fatal incident

A pilot has told a Fatal Accident Inquiry his “ world ended ” when the helicopter he was flying crashed into the North Sea , killing four passengers – including one from Hampshire .
Martin Miglans said in a statement he struggles to remember immediately prior to the crash until the “ horror and shock of seeing the sea ” .
Mr Miglans , his co-pilot and 12 other passengers survived when the Super Puma ditched on its approach to Sumburgh Airport , Shetland , in 2013 .
George Allison , 57 , from Winchester died in the incident along @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Super Puma L2 helicopter which went down in the North Sea with the loss of four lives at 6.20pm on Friday , around two miles west of Sumburgh airport on Shetland as it was returning to the island from the Borgsten Dolphin platform , floa The inquiry , which is being held virtually , heard from Mr Miglans ’ written statement , in which he said : “ It has destroyed my head .
`` My world ended with that crash.
” The “ cockpit filling with water catches me everyday ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has no memory of speaking on a recording recovered from the aircraft , even after hearing it , saying he experiences “ complete dissociation ” from it .
“ I just remember coming out of the cloud and there being water and that is it , ” he said in the statement .
“ It is wrong and I am pulling as hard as I can… it is all lost by then.
” He added : “ That is my nightmare to this day .
I didn ’ t understand how it could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can not remember check-height alerts prior to the crash , only the “ horror and shock of seeing the sea ” .
The pilot said he sustained a fractured spine , now walks on crutches and will never fly again .
He also wrote that he has been diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder but does not want treatment or sympathy , and all he has in his life is the crash and the inquiry , which has been “ hanging over ” him for seven years .
The inquiry also heard from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Air Accidents Investigation Branch ( AAIB ) .
He read parts of an AAIB report , published in 2016 , which found the pilots failed to properly monitor the flight instruments and failed to notice their airspeed was decreasing until it was too late to avoid the Super Puma plunging into the sea .
A statement of agreed evidence confirms no mechanical fault was discovered with the helicopter , which was returning from the Borgsten Dolphin support vessel to Sumburgh Airport .

Martin Miglans said in a statement he struggles to remember immediately prior to the crash until the “horror and shock of seeing the sea”.
Mr Miglans, his co-pilot and 12 other passengers survived when the Super Puma ditched on its approach to Sumburgh Airport, Shetland, in 2013.
George Allison, 57, from Winchester died in the incident along with three others.
The wreckage of the Super Puma L2 helicopter which went down in the North Sea with the loss of four lives at 6.20pm on Friday, around two miles west of Sumburgh airport on Shetland as it was returning to the island from the Borgsten Dolphin platform, floa
The inquiry, which is being held virtually, heard from Mr Miglans’ written statement, in which he said: “It has destroyed my head.
"My world ended with that crash.”
The “cockpit filling with water catches me everyday”, he added.
He said he has no memory of speaking on a recording recovered from the aircraft, even after hearing it, saying he experiences “complete dissociation” from it.
“I just remember coming out of the cloud and there being water and that is it,” he said in the statement.
“It is wrong and I am pulling as hard as I can… it is all lost by then.”
He added: “That is my nightmare to this day. I didn’t understand how it could have happened.”
Mr Miglans said he cannot remember check-height alerts prior to the crash, only the “horror and shock of seeing the sea”.
The pilot said he sustained a fractured spine, now walks on crutches and will never fly again.
He also wrote that he has been diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder but does not want treatment or sympathy, and all he has in his life is the crash and the inquiry, which has been “hanging over” him for seven years.
The inquiry also heard from Philip Sleight, deputy chief inspector of the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB).
He read parts of an AAIB report, published in 2016, which found the pilots failed to properly monitor the flight instruments and failed to notice their airspeed was decreasing until it was too late to avoid the Super Puma plunging into the sea.
A statement of agreed evidence confirms no mechanical fault was discovered with the helicopter, which was returning from the Borgsten Dolphin support vessel to Sumburgh Airport.


thedailyecho--2020-08-31--Fawley Refinery flaring to light up sky above Southampton

RESIDENTS are being warned to expect to see bursts of fire and an `` orange glow '' above Southampton and the surrounding areas .
Fawley Refinery will be flaring for the `` next couple of days and overnight '' .
This is likely to create an orange glow , according to Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services .
Earlier in August , residents were left puzzled by bright lights and `` pulsing orange sky '' seen across Southampton and parts of the New Forest .
However , the light above Fawley Refinery was due to 'flaring ' which is a way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This gas is normally recycled and used in the refinery 's operating process .
A spokesperson for the refinery previously said : `` We want to give an update to our current operations .
`` Due to an interruption in operations late yesterday evening we are currently flaring and we anticipate that this will continue for a number of hours .
`` We apologise to our local residents for any concern and inconvenience caused by the flaring and associated noise .
`` We are doing all we can to resolve the situation and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ minimise the flare .
`` Flaring is a safe , controlled and environmentally approved way of burning off excess gas which would normally be recycled and used in our operating processes . ''

Fawley Refinery will be flaring for the "next couple of days and overnight".
This is likely to create an orange glow, according to Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services.
Earlier in August, residents were left puzzled by bright lights and "pulsing orange sky" seen across Southampton and parts of the New Forest.
However, the light above Fawley Refinery was due to 'flaring' which is a way to safely burn off excess gas.
This gas is normally recycled and used in the refinery's operating process.
A spokesperson for the refinery previously said: "We want to give an update to our current operations.
"Due to an interruption in operations late yesterday evening we are currently flaring and we anticipate that this will continue for a number of hours.
"We apologise to our local residents for any concern and inconvenience caused by the flaring and associated noise.
"We are doing all we can to resolve the situation and are taking a series of measures to minimise the flare.
"Flaring is a safe, controlled and environmentally approved way of burning off excess gas which would normally be recycled and used in our operating processes."


thedailyecho--2020-08-31--Lane blocked on M27 due to broken down vehicle

UPDATE : 3.50pm - The lane has now been cleared ONE lane is blocked on the M27 due to a @ @ @ @ @ has broken down in the inside lane of the Westbound carriageway between Junction 8 for @ @ @ @ @ Hedge End .
There is currently no reports of any delays .

ONE lane is blocked on the M27 due to a broken down vehicle.
It has broken down in the inside lane of the Westbound carriageway between Junction 8 for Bursledon and Junction 7 for Hedge End.
There is currently no reports of any delays.


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Work to remove cycle lane on Basset Avenue starts tomorrow

WORK to remove the controversial cycle lane leading out of Southampton is due to begin tomorrow night .
Southampton City Council says teams will be working to remove the cycle way over two nights tomorrow evening and also tomorrow , September 3 .
As a result , Basset Avenue between Winchester Road and Chilworth Roundabout will be fully closed between 8pm and 6am on those nights .
Following the works , the road will then become two lanes of traffic once again , after backlash from the public forced the council to bring the trial of the cycle lane to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Bassett Avenue to be removed The council says that cyclists who do not wish to ride in the road will still instead be able to use the existing shared-use paths on both sides of the carriageway .
However , the cycle lane between Winn Road and Winchester Road will remain , along with the new 30mph speed limit along the whole length of the at road section .
Further changes are also being implemented too , the council said , this time for buses .
• New cycle lanes have had 'major @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it will be allowing buses to turn right at the crossroads into Burgess Road from The Avenue .

Southampton City Council says teams will be working to remove the cycle way over two nights tomorrow evening and also tomorrow, September 3.
As a result, Basset Avenue between Winchester Road and Chilworth Roundabout will be fully closed between 8pm and 6am on those nights.
Following the works, the road will then become two lanes of traffic once again, after backlash from the public forced the council to bring the trial of the cycle lane to an end.
The council says that cyclists who do not wish to ride in the road will still instead be able to use the existing shared-use paths on both sides of the carriageway.
However, the cycle lane between Winn Road and Winchester Road will remain, along with the new 30mph speed limit along the whole length of the at road section.
Further changes are also being implemented too, the council said, this time for buses.
It says that it will be allowing buses to turn right at the crossroads into Burgess Road from The Avenue.


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Lidl set to open Southampton store next week

A SUPERMARKET giant has confirmed it will be opening its new Southampton store next week .
Budget retailer Lidl has @ @ @ @ @ Road will open on Thursday , September 10 .
The store opening times will be @ @ @ @ @ to Saturday , and from 10am to 4pm on Sunday .
It has been reported @ @ @ @ @ be created once the new supermarket opens on the site of the former H.A Fox @ @ @ @ @ outlet is part of Lidl ’ s ongoing expansion plans across the UK which will @ @ @ @ @ 50 new stores a year .

Budget retailer Lidl has confirmed its outlet in Banister Road will open on Thursday, September 10.
The store opening times will be from 7am to 10pm Monday to Saturday, and from 10am to 4pm on Sunday.
It has been reported that 40 new jobs will be created once the new supermarket opens on the site of the former H.A Fox Jaguar showroom.
The new outlet is part of Lidl’s ongoing expansion plans across the UK which will see it open up to 50 new stores a year.


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Inquest into Emily Lewis opens after Southampton boat crash

AN INQUEST has been opened into the teenager who died in a boat crash .
Emily Lewis , 15 , @ @ @ @ @ collision between Netley Abbey and Hythe on August 22 .
She was rushed to Southampton @ @ @ @ @ be resuscitated and died on the same day .
A post mortem report by pathologist @ @ @ @ @ preliminary cause of death as as an upper abdominal injury .
The full report will @ @ @ @ @ investigations .
Senior coroner for Hampshire , Christopher Wilkinson , said that Ms Lewis lived @ @ @ @ @ .
He adjourned the full inquest to May 5 2021 at Winchester Coroner 's Court @ @ @ @ @ Simon Lewis , his wife Nikki and Emily ’ s older sister Amy , 19 @ @ @ @ @ the rib which was heading into the Solent when it struck a navigation buoy .
@ @ @ @ @ compassionate ' - tributes to teenage girl who died in boat crash Twelve people who @ @ @ @ @ were taken to hospital after the crash at around 10.10am .

Emily Lewis, 15, was killed after a speedboat collision between Netley Abbey and Hythe on August 22.
She was rushed to Southampton General Hospital but could not be resuscitated and died on the same day.
A post mortem report by pathologist Dr Russell Delaney states the preliminary cause of death as as an upper abdominal injury.
The full report will be written after further laboratory investigations.
Senior coroner for Hampshire, Christopher Wilkinson, said that Ms Lewis lived in the Park Gate area.
He adjourned the full inquest to May 5 2021 at Winchester Coroner's Court.
Ms Lewis' father Simon Lewis, his wife Nikki and Emily’s older sister Amy, 19, had all been on the rib which was heading into the Solent when it struck a navigation buoy.
Twelve people who were on board the boat were taken to hospital after the crash at around 10.10am.


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Two people rescued from sinking boat in the Solent

TWO people have been rescued from a sinking boat .
Coastguard rescue teams scrambled to save two people from a @ @ @ @ @ was taking on water .
A helicopter , Hamble Lifeboat as well as teams from @ @ @ @ @ , and Portsmouth all raced to the scene after receiving an emergency call at around @ @ @ @ @ 20 minutes Hamble Lifeboat took the two people to safety however , the boat was @ @ @ @ @ The Fairey Huntsman was towed to shore with the rescue operation ending shortly before 11.30pm @

Coastguard rescue teams scrambled to save two people from a boat in the Solent which was taking on water.
A helicopter, Hamble Lifeboat as well as teams from Hillhead, Gosport and Fareham, and Portsmouth all raced to the scene after receiving an emergency call at around 5.45pm last night.
Within 20 minutes Hamble Lifeboat took the two people to safety however, the boat was blocking a shipping lane.
The Fairey Huntsman was towed to shore with the rescue operation ending shortly before 11.30pm.


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Mum from West End cardiac arrest hunt for responder

A MUM-of-two is on the hunt for a woman who saved her life after she had a sudden cardiac arrest while on a run .
Susan Watts , 47 , waved goodbye to her 16-year-old twins Jay and Zac , and husband Matthew , as she left their West End home for a 30-minute run on August 8 .
Charity launches fitness campaign so surgeons can print 3D models of patients ' hearts But when Susan , a primary school teaching aid , was gone for three hours , they began wondering where she was .
Her family tried to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ through Thornhill but with no luck , they called the police .
The last thing she remembers is leaving home .
She found out what happened from information the emergency services told her .
Susan , a skittles champion , said : “ I had just got into my first jog .
It was at that point I hit roadside and collapsed .
`` This kind lady saw me go down like a sack of potatoes .
That is pure luck.
” A passer-by - an off-duty community first responder - started performing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Then the responder called for help and an air ambulance rushed to Susan ’ s aid , with crews using a defibrillator .
Susan added : “ She worked so hard to keep me there , I want to desperately track her down .
Without her , I wouldn ’ t be here , seeing my twins get their GCSE results , celebrate my 47th birthday , and mine and my husband ’ s 17th wedding anniversary .
`` The air ambulance took me to the cardiac unit at Southampton Hospital . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the time , the emergency services could not identify her .
That was when officers drove Matthew to the hospital to identify his wife .
Meet the first responders who were given a Queen 's award Susan said she was told the cardiac arrest was a “ mystery case ” as doctors could not say why it happened .
But they said a possible cause was dehydration .
She spent six days in hospital .
Her husband Matthew said : “ First , it was the shock of not knowing where she had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ again when we found out she had a heart attack .
I ’ m entirely grateful and so glad the first responder was there .
It ’ s just a relief.
” Susan added : “ I can ’ t believe fate threw me that chance .
”

Susan Watts, 47, waved goodbye to her 16-year-old twins Jay and Zac, and husband Matthew, as she left their West End home for a 30-minute run on August 8.
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But when Susan, a primary school teaching aid, was gone for three hours, they began wondering where she was.
Her family tried to find her on her usual running route through Thornhill but with no luck, they called the police.
Susan with her twin sons
The last thing she remembers is leaving home. She found out what happened from information the emergency services told her.
Susan, a skittles champion, said: “I had just got into my first jog. It was at that point I hit roadside and collapsed.
"This kind lady saw me go down like a sack of potatoes. That is pure luck.”
A passer-by - an off-duty community first responder - started performing CPR and chest compressions on Susan.
Then the responder called for help and an air ambulance rushed to Susan’s aid, with crews using a defibrillator.
Susan added: “She worked so hard to keep me there, I want to desperately track her down. Without her, I wouldn’t be here, seeing my twins get their GCSE results, celebrate my 47th birthday, and mine and my husband’s 17th wedding anniversary.
"The air ambulance took me to the cardiac unit at Southampton Hospital."
As Susan had no photo ID at the time, the emergency services could not identify her.
That was when officers drove Matthew to the hospital to identify his wife.
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Susan with husband Matthew
Susan said she was told the cardiac arrest was a “mystery case” as doctors could not say why it happened.
But they said a possible cause was dehydration. She spent six days in hospital.
Her husband Matthew said: “First, it was the shock of not knowing where she had gone.
"It was a shock again when we found out she had a heart attack. I’m entirely grateful and so glad the first responder was there. It’s just a relief.”
Susan added: “I can’t believe fate threw me that chance.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--The Rockhouse in Andover addresses coronavirus rumours

A MUSIC venue has launched an investigation following social media posts suggesting at least two Covid-positive people went there over the weekend .
The Rockhouse , in London Street , Andover , was the centre of attention after speculation grew online that two girls - who would later receive positive coronavirus test results - attended a party .
It is claimed that the two girls , as well as others , then made their way into town where they would go into the Rockhouse , with the possibility that they attended other venues .
Following these rumours , the music @ @ @ @ @ @ @ page on Monday : `` Thank you to all that visited this weekend we normally are closed Sunday to clean so we have simply moved it to Monday .
Back to normal Tuesday .
`` For the people who can not understand we are always closed Sundays to clean ( but ) we moved it to Monday to clean , as we was open Sunday . ''
A further post on Monday night said police would be informed if necessary .
`` Lots of rumours today and panic we do understand but we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and have time off also so replies are slow , we are not the only venue people go to but we can only respond to official information , '' it read .
`` The police will be checking all information gathered today and will respond accordingly , if public safety is a concern we will close and the police will deal with and will close every other bar , venue in the town as everyone goes to other venues . ''
The Advertiser approached the venue for a comment on the speculation of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which they strongly denied that any such outbreak had occurred .
The statement read : `` We are investigating the matter in full , currently no outbreak at our venue .
`` It started with two girls telling tales and has transpired onto social media with adults bullying teenagers via Facebook , Twitter and Spotted Andover with some innocents being targeted .
`` We are the only venue who heat scan and check before allowing entrance for any signs and take full information for tack and trace .
`` And I will state @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so why are other venues not being targeted as all come to us from other venues .
`` Us as a company have already have spent 24 hours closed as part of our cleaning program and we will remain closed today ( Tuesday ) as a precaution . ''

The Rockhouse, in London Street, Andover, was the centre of attention after speculation grew online that two girls - who would later receive positive coronavirus test results - attended a party.
It is claimed that the two girls, as well as others, then made their way into town where they would go into the Rockhouse, with the possibility that they attended other venues.
Twitter is filled with the rockhouse rona beef tonight — bethany shearer (@ShearerBethany) August 31, 2020
Following these rumours, the music venue posted the following on its Facebook page on Monday: "Thank you to all that visited this weekend we normally are closed Sunday to clean so we have simply moved it to Monday. Back to normal Tuesday.
"For the people who cannot understand we are always closed Sundays to clean (but) we moved it to Monday to clean, as we was open Sunday."
A further post on Monday night said police would be informed if necessary.
"Lots of rumours today and panic we do understand but we don’t live at the venue and have time off also so replies are slow, we are not the only venue people go to but we can only respond to official information," it read.
"The police will be checking all information gathered today and will respond accordingly, if public safety is a concern we will close and the police will deal with and will close every other bar, venue in the town as everyone goes to other venues."
Me and my brother got turned away from rockhouse last night, the Lord works in mysterious ways — Dan James (@DanJam_) August 31, 2020
The Advertiser approached the venue for a comment on the speculation of a "Covid outbreak", to which they strongly denied that any such outbreak had occurred.
The statement read: "We are investigating the matter in full, currently no outbreak at our venue.
"It started with two girls telling tales and has transpired onto social media with adults bullying teenagers via Facebook, Twitter and Spotted Andover with some innocents being targeted.
"We are the only venue who heat scan and check before allowing entrance for any signs and take full information for tack and trace.
"And I will state we are the last venue people visit so why are other venues not being targeted as all come to us from other venues.
"Us as a company have already have spent 24 hours closed as part of our cleaning program and we will remain closed today (Tuesday) as a precaution."


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Cleohertz Onyeasi jailed at Southampton Crown Court

A COUNTY LINES drug dealer who laughed at the police officer who tackled him from his bike has been jailed .
Cleohertz Onyeasi was caught with 42 wraps of drugs .
• Drug dealer caught with cocaine worth more than £6,000 jailed A `` mix of cocaine and heroin '' they were believed to have a street value of around £400 .
The 19-year-old was spotted in the Millbrook area of Southampton where police were carrying out a drugs operation , a court heard .
He was cycling along when a police car pulled up beside him on April 13 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by an officer the youngster `` laughed and made off on his pedal bicycle '' .
• Drug dealer caught after being 'attacked by two men with a machete' He was eventually tackled from the bike but ran off .
Attempting to get back on the bike , he was again tackled to the ground .
Following a search , he was found to have wraps stuffed `` down his sock '' and £235 in cash .
Onyeasi tried to kick the wraps away when they were placed on the floor .
When @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he was stood on by the teen - it was deemed `` a reckless move to get rid of the wraps of drugs '' .
Onyeasi of Fairway Drive in Bexley , appeared at Southampton Crown Court on Thursday charged with the possession of class A drugs with intent to supply and assaulting a police officer .
• Drug dealing dad of three is spared jail Prosecution barrister , Roderick Blain said how during an interview the teen claimed the drugs were for his own use .
And how he `` used to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ arrested in January '' .
Defending , Ms Keely Harvey argued there was an element of exploitation .
There was coercion with `` threats made against Onyeasi and his family '' after the youngster had run up drug debts .
She added that the assault was `` more reckless than anything '' and that he does show remorse .
However , Judge Peter Henry said he was motivated by financial or other advantages .
He said : `` I have come to the conclusion an immediate custodial sentence is inevitable . ''
Branding @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dealer Judge Henry sentenced him to 26 months in a young offenders institution .

Cleohertz Onyeasi was caught with 42 wraps of drugs.
A "mix of cocaine and heroin" they were believed to have a street value of around £400.
The 19-year-old was spotted in the Millbrook area of Southampton where police were carrying out a drugs operation, a court heard.
He was cycling along when a police car pulled up beside him on April 13 this year.
When told to stop by an officer the youngster "laughed and made off on his pedal bicycle".
He was eventually tackled from the bike but ran off.
Attempting to get back on the bike, he was again tackled to the ground.
Following a search, he was found to have wraps stuffed "down his sock" and £235 in cash.
Onyeasi tried to kick the wraps away when they were placed on the floor.
When the officer tried to pick them up he was stood on by the teen - it was deemed "a reckless move to get rid of the wraps of drugs".
Onyeasi of Fairway Drive in Bexley, appeared at Southampton Crown Court on Thursday charged with the possession of class A drugs with intent to supply and assaulting a police officer.
He previously pleaded guilty.
Prosecution barrister, Roderick Blain said how during an interview the teen claimed the drugs were for his own use.
And how he "used to be a drug dealer until he was arrested in January".
Defending, Ms Keely Harvey argued there was an element of exploitation.
There was coercion with "threats made against Onyeasi and his family" after the youngster had run up drug debts.
She added that the assault was "more reckless than anything" and that he does show remorse.
However, Judge Peter Henry said he was motivated by financial or other advantages.
He said: "I have come to the conclusion an immediate custodial sentence is inevitable."
Branding him a "County Lines" drug dealer Judge Henry sentenced him to 26 months in a young offenders institution.


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--7Bone Burger Co reveals plans for shipping container expansion

ONE OF the most popular burger bars in the city could expand with a new outdoor eating area .
7Bone Burger Co hopes to create a new garden area at the back of its restaurant in Portswood Road .
A converted shipping container would be installed making room for more seating a separate bar and toilets .
7Bone is only operating at 60 per cent of its usual capacity due to social distancing rules , according to plans lodged with the city council .
Ranked the third best burger bar in Southampton , the chain runs eight other outlets spanning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Portswood its first to open .
7Bone was forced to close in March as the impact of the coronavirus pandemic worsened .
Co-founded by Matt Mollicone and Rich Zammit back in 2014 , 7Bone is an `` edgy '' burger restaurant based on the stripped back vibe of various Shoreditch eateries .
• 7Bone to reopen its doors in Southampton this week The 'dirty ' burger specialist featured on The Restaurant Man on BBC TV when restaurateur Russell Norman gave advice to the newcomers to the industry .
The chain now employs hundreds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Camberley , Eastbourne , Hove , Newbury , Northampton , Portsmouth and Reading .
• WATCH : 'There was a massive cloud of smoke ' : Fire rips through building • Man rushed to hospital with 'serious injuries ' after fire The 7Bone menu includes dry-aged beef burgers on a jovial theme including Prince Charles is Overrated , the Robert Johnston and The Donnie J Trump , alongside hot dogs , fries and sides .
There are vegan , dessert and junior menus , as well as drinks offerings of milkshakes , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Echo has contacted 7Bone for comment .

7Bone Burger Co hopes to create a new garden area at the back of its restaurant in Portswood Road.
A converted shipping container would be installed making room for more seating a separate bar and toilets.
7Bone is only operating at 60 per cent of its usual capacity due to social distancing rules, according to plans lodged with the city council.
Ranked the third best burger bar in Southampton, the chain runs eight other outlets spanning the South Coast with the one in Portswood its first to open.
7Bone was forced to close in March as the impact of the coronavirus pandemic worsened.
Co-founded by Matt Mollicone and Rich Zammit back in 2014, 7Bone is an "edgy" burger restaurant based on the stripped back vibe of various Shoreditch eateries.
The 'dirty' burger specialist featured on The Restaurant Man on BBC TV when restaurateur Russell Norman gave advice to the newcomers to the industry.
The chain now employs hundreds of people and has branches in Bournemouth, Camberley, Eastbourne, Hove, Newbury, Northampton, Portsmouth and Reading.
The 7Bone menu includes dry-aged beef burgers on a jovial theme including Prince Charles is Overrated, the Robert Johnston and The Donnie J Trump, alongside hot dogs, fries and sides. There are vegan, dessert and junior menus, as well as drinks offerings of milkshakes, cocktails and craft beers.
The Daily Echo has contacted 7Bone for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--M27 CLOSURE: Diversion routes for this weekend announced

THE proposed division route for motorists for next weekend 's M27 closure has been announced .
Drivers wanting to travel along the major route between Junction 9 at Whiteley and 11 at Fareham have instead been diverted through the nearby Fareham , as works are carried out to install a new bridge .
The diversions for both eastbound and westbound traffic will use the A27 .
The scheme is part of a £244m project to convert a 15-mile stretch of the M27 into a smart motorway .
The installation of the North Fareham footbridge will result in the route being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 4 until 6am on Monday , September 7 .
Cranes will be used to lift the prefabricated bridge into position .
• M27 to be closed for a full weekend for new Fareham bridge installation A Highways England spokesman said : `` As we continue to upgrade the M27 between Junctions 4 and 11 to modern motorway standard , we will be installing the new footbridge , which will be situated between Junctions 10 and 11 of the M27 .
`` The installation will require a full closure of the M27 between Junctions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and on to the M27 at Junction 10 ) during this time .
`` The closure dates may be subject to change owing to operational requirements or adverse weather conditions .
Diversion routes will be clearly signposted . ''
As reported , the leader of Fareham Borough Council , Cllr Sean Woodward , said : `` The M27 smart motorway scheme is a major infrastructure project and it 's unsurprising it involves a few short closures for bridge replacement work .
`` I urge people to plan their journeys using an appropriate diversion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ travel that weekend.
” Drivers are hoping it will not produce the sort of traffic chaos seen in the Southampton area during three weekend closures caused by the replacement of the Romsey Road bridge .
The first shutdown took place in September 2018 .
Parts of Southampton were paralysed as drivers cut through the city to avoid a 55-mile detour which turned what was normally a short drive into a two-hour loop around Hampshire .
Another closure occurred in June last year , when the motorway reopened 36 hours ahead of schedule .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in another day of traffic chaos in Southampton and surrounding towns , with drivers sweltering in cars stuck in 80-minute queues .
The final closure in February meant more misery for motorists as long tailbacks built up in Southampton , Romsey and North Baddesley .

Drivers wanting to travel along the major route between Junction 9 at Whiteley and 11 at Fareham have instead been diverted through the nearby Fareham, as works are carried out to install a new bridge.
The diversions for both eastbound and westbound traffic will use the A27.
The scheme is part of a £244m project to convert a 15-mile stretch of the M27 into a smart motorway.
The installation of the North Fareham footbridge will result in the route being closed from 9pm on Friday, September 4 until 6am on Monday, September 7.
Cranes will be used to lift the prefabricated bridge into position.
The Westbound diversion
The Eastbound diversion
A Highways England spokesman said: "As we continue to upgrade the M27 between Junctions 4 and 11 to modern motorway standard, we will be installing the new footbridge, which will be situated between Junctions 10 and 11 of the M27.
"The installation will require a full closure of the M27 between Junctions 9 and 11 (including access off and on to the M27 at Junction 10) during this time.
"The closure dates may be subject to change owing to operational requirements or adverse weather conditions. Diversion routes will be clearly signposted."
As reported, the leader of Fareham Borough Council, Cllr Sean Woodward, said: "The M27 smart motorway scheme is a major infrastructure project and it's unsurprising it involves a few short closures for bridge replacement work.
"I urge people to plan their journeys using an appropriate diversion and consider whether they actually need to travel that weekend.”
Drivers are hoping it will not produce the sort of traffic chaos seen in the Southampton area during three weekend closures caused by the replacement of the Romsey Road bridge.
The first shutdown took place in September 2018.
Parts of Southampton were paralysed as drivers cut through the city to avoid a 55-mile detour which turned what was normally a short drive into a two-hour loop around Hampshire.
Another closure occurred in June last year, when the motorway reopened 36 hours ahead of schedule.
But even the comparatively short shutdown resulted in another day of traffic chaos in Southampton and surrounding towns, with drivers sweltering in cars stuck in 80-minute queues.
The final closure in February meant more misery for motorists as long tailbacks built up in Southampton, Romsey and North Baddesley.


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Rescue teams scramble to save woman stuck in mud near Calshot Activity Centre

Emergency services scrambled to rescue a woman stuck in mud near to Calshot Activity Centre .
According to a witness @ @ @ @ @ kayaking but got stranded as the tide went out .
“ Several emergency rescue vehicles @ @ @ @ @ pontoons had to be used to reach the distressed kayaker .
After receiving a call @ @ @ @ @ from Hardley , Redbridge and Fareham Fire Stations rushed to the scene .
Helped by @ @ @ @ @ pulled to safety at 4.29pm .
She was treated by paramedics on the scene .


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Plea for help after 20  feral cats found in Southampton

AN ANIMAL rescue group is urgently appealing for help after a four-cat rescue revealed many more animals needing help .
The Southampton branch of Cats Protection was alerted to a mother cat and her kittens sheltering from wind and rain in a hedge near a housing estate in Mansbridge by two concerned members of the public , Lisa Halls and Becky Jennings .
When Cathy Godden , a volunteer from the branch , arrived on site she realised that not only were the mother and kittens in need of help but that there were around 20 more equally needy cats @ @ @ @ @ @ @ through to reach the cat and kittens by finding a hole in the wire fence which surrounded the bushes in which they had hidden .
Cathy , who specialises in Trap-Neuter-Return work with feral cats , rushed the mum and kittens to foster care before returning to begin the process of humanely trapping the other cats , assisted by Lisa and Becky .
• Can you give these pets a forever home ?
Since discovering the large colony of cats the branch has set up a fundraising appeal to cover the unexpected costs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the current items they need .
Among the 14 cats and kittens the trio has captured so far , two black and white kittens were among the worst affected .
• Warning issued not to over groom your pets Alone , with no sign that their mother had visited them in recent days , Cathy realised the tiny pair were unlikely to survive much longer in windy and rainy conditions .
Thought to be around two weeks old , even the smallest of the duo soon began to thrive once she was inside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ enjoying a tummy full of food .
Her name , Belle , was chosen by the branch ’ s Facebook followers .
Lisa said : `` I was told there were kittens born to a feral mother under some bushes and knew I had to try and help get them off the streets .
After I called in Cats Protection , we soon found it was a bigger issue than we first thought , with at least 20 cats and kittens needing help . ''

The Southampton branch of Cats Protection was alerted to a mother cat and her kittens sheltering from wind and rain in a hedge near a housing estate in Mansbridge by two concerned members of the public, Lisa Halls and Becky Jennings.
When Cathy Godden, a volunteer from the branch, arrived on site she realised that not only were the mother and kittens in need of help but that there were around 20 more equally needy cats nearby.
Becky had managed to crawl through to reach the cat and kittens by finding a hole in the wire fence which surrounded the bushes in which they had hidden.
Cathy, who specialises in Trap-Neuter-Return work with feral cats, rushed the mum and kittens to foster care before returning to begin the process of humanely trapping the other cats, assisted by Lisa and Becky.
Since discovering the large colony of cats the branch has set up a fundraising appeal to cover the unexpected costs as well as an Amazon Wishlist featuring the current items they need.
Among the 14 cats and kittens the trio has captured so far, two black and white kittens were among the worst affected.
Alone, with no sign that their mother had visited them in recent days, Cathy realised the tiny pair were unlikely to survive much longer in windy and rainy conditions.
Thought to be around two weeks old, even the smallest of the duo soon began to thrive once she was inside a warm home, dried gently and enjoying a tummy full of food. Her name, Belle, was chosen by the branch’s Facebook followers.
Lisa said: "I was told there were kittens born to a feral mother under some bushes and knew I had to try and help get them off the streets. After I called in Cats Protection, we soon found it was a bigger issue than we first thought, with at least 20 cats and kittens needing help."
To donate visit http://bit.ly/HelpMansbridgeCats or amzn.to/3hfPvoS.


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Petition submitted to Eastleigh council over car ban plan

BUSINESSES in a town centre have launched a campaign to end its ban on cars .
Now a petition signed by more thn 2,000 people has been submitted to the civic chiefs concerning the pedestrianisation of Eastleigh town centre.. Campaigners are angry at the closure of Market Street and High Street .
The petition was created by the Eastleigh Town Centre Action Group ( ETCAG ) , a group which is made up of business owners/managers , residents and members of the public who have been affected by the road closures that have been in place since June 15 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ were eager to voice how they have been affected by the closure .
• Residents can have their say on town centre no-car zone Former county councillor and local resident Andy Moore said : “ The council need to talk to local businesses and work with them to find a fair solution because no businesses mean no public , no public means no town.
” Owner of RJS Convenience Store , Sukhdev Raj said : “ I have been open throughout lockdown and as soon as they shut the roads sales dropped .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ we would then load their bags for them but they are just not coming in anymore.
” The presentation of the petition was also attended by councillor and ETCAG supporter , Margaret Atkinson who said : “ I am very disappointed that Eastleigh Brough Council is not providing more support for local businesses .
`` I hope the council will take urgent notice of the petition I helped deliver to their offices today and discuss various alternatives to re-open the town centre to traffic before it ’ s too late and the town @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ To help keep visitors and shoppers safe when they return to Eastleigh town centre , the council put in place measures to help shops to safely reopen in June and July .
“ Maintaining the safety of shoppers in the town centre is paramount and High Street and Market Street in Eastleigh town centre have been temporarily closed to vehicles to allow safer social distancing for shoppers .
We are aware of ETCAG ’ s concerns and we continue to regularly review the situation .
”

Now a petition signed by more thn 2,000 people has been submitted to the civic chiefs concerning the pedestrianisation of Eastleigh town centre..
Campaigners are angry at the closure of Market Street and High Street.
The petition was created by the Eastleigh Town Centre Action Group (ETCAG), a group which is made up of business owners/managers, residents and members of the public who have been affected by the road closures that have been in place since June 15.
Many members of the ETCAG attended and were eager to voice how they have been affected by the closure.
Former county councillor and local resident Andy Moore said: “The council need to talk to local businesses and work with them to find a fair solution because no businesses mean no public, no public means no town.”
Owner of RJS Convenience Store, Sukhdev Raj said: “I have been open throughout lockdown and as soon as they shut the roads sales dropped. People would normally park close by where we would then load their bags for them but they are just not coming in anymore.”
The presentation of the petition was also attended by councillor and ETCAG supporter, Margaret Atkinson who said: “I am very disappointed that Eastleigh Brough Council is not providing more support for local businesses.
"I hope the council will take urgent notice of the petition I helped deliver to their offices today and discuss various alternatives to re-open the town centre to traffic before it’s too late and the town centre dies.”
A council spokesperson said: “To help keep visitors and shoppers safe when they return to Eastleigh town centre, the council put in place measures to help shops to safely reopen in June and July.
“Maintaining the safety of shoppers in the town centre is paramount and High Street and Market Street in Eastleigh town centre have been temporarily closed to vehicles to allow safer social distancing for shoppers. We are aware of ETCAG’s concerns and we continue to regularly review the situation.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Teenager threatened headteacher of King's School Winchester

The youth , aged 17 , pleaded guilty to threatening Matthew Leeming at Kings ' School on January 29 .
@ @ @ @ @ not be named for legal reasons , also pleaded guilty to being present at Kings @ @ @ @ @ nuisance .
He was referred to Wessex Offending Team for nine months .
As previously @ @ @ @ @ the school this summer to join the Metropolitan Police .

The youth, aged 17, pleaded guilty to threatening Matthew Leeming at Kings' School on January 29.
The youth, who cannot be named for legal reasons, also pleaded guilty to being present at Kings' School and causing a nuisance.
He was referred to Wessex Offending Team for nine months.
As previously reported, Mr Leeming left the school this summer to join the Metropolitan Police.


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Famous Southampton trams make final stop at Solent Sky Museum

THEY provided thousands of Southampton residents with a convenient way of travelling to shops , offices and factories .
But the electric trams which linked parts of the city were replaced by buses in the late 1940s and only four of the vehicles are known to have survived .
Now three of them have made their final stop - the Solent Sky Museum in Albert Road South .
The trams have been given a permanent home at the complex , where they will be restored by a group of volunteers and put on show to the public .
Low-loaders were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ docks , where they have been stored for many years .
Southampton 's first electric tram routes were opened in 1900 and the system continued to expand .
The vehicles were bought from other cities before an engineering works at Portswood was to design and build trams for the city .
During the Second World War fuel rationing meant they took on a bigger role and were painted grey to make them harder to spot by enemy aircraft .
But on November 30 1940 one of the vehicles was destroyed by an incendiary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ war buses began to replace some of the city 's tram routes and the service stopped altogether on New Year ’ s Eve 1949 .
One of the vehicles which has been moved to Solent Sky was found on a private estate in Alresford in the 1970s .
It entered service in 1923 and had a specially designed roof built to enable it to squeeze through the Bargate .
One of the other trams was built in 1903 and ended up in a field near Fordingbridge .
The third vehicle was built in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was eventually brought back to Britain with the intention of using it for spares but was deemed to be in too good a condition to be cannibalised .
A Solent Sky Museum spokesperson said : `` These magnificent vehicles served Southampton for many years and are now undergoing a restoration by a team of dedicated volunteers .
`` The trams now have a permanent home at Solent Sky , where they will be available to view by the public for the first time . ''

But the electric trams which linked parts of the city were replaced by buses in the late 1940s and only four of the vehicles are known to have survived.
Now three of them have made their final stop - the Solent Sky Museum in Albert Road South.
The trams have been given a permanent home at the complex, where they will be restored by a group of volunteers and put on show to the public.
Low-loaders were used to move the vehicles from Southampton docks, where they have been stored for many years.
Southampton's first electric tram routes were opened in 1900 and the system continued to expand. The vehicles were bought from other cities before an engineering works at Portswood was to design and build trams for the city.
During the Second World War fuel rationing meant they took on a bigger role and were painted grey to make them harder to spot by enemy aircraft.
But on November 30 1940 one of the vehicles was destroyed by an incendiary bomb during the Blitz.
After the war buses began to replace some of the city's tram routes and the service stopped altogether on New Year’s Eve 1949.
One of the vehicles which has been moved to Solent Sky was found on a private estate in Alresford in the 1970s. It entered service in 1923 and had a specially designed roof built to enable it to squeeze through the Bargate.
One of the other trams was built in 1903 and ended up in a field near Fordingbridge.
The third vehicle was built in Southampton and exported to Portugal. It was eventually brought back to Britain with the intention of using it for spares but was deemed to be in too good a condition to be cannibalised.
A Solent Sky Museum spokesperson said: "These magnificent vehicles served Southampton for many years and are now undergoing a restoration by a team of dedicated volunteers.
"The trams now have a permanent home at Solent Sky, where they will be available to view by the public for the first time."


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Boy seriously injured after collision with van in Alresford

POLICE are appealing for information after a boy suffered serious injuries in a collision with a van – which then @ @ @ @ @ , a 15-year-old boy , was cycling in a group at the time of the @ @ @ @ @ Sunday in Spiers Lane , Old Alresford .
Hampshire police says that the collision involved @ @ @ @ @ failed to stop at the scene .
The teen , who was wearing a helmet @ @ @ @ @ investigating the incident are keen to speak with anyone who may have witnessed the collision @ @ @ @ @ van or group of cyclists in the area .
The force is also keen to @ @ @ @ @ have dash cam footage , or other footage , from the road .
Anyone with @ @ @ @ @ quoting 44200333760 .

The victim, a 15-year-old boy, was cycling in a group at the time of the incident at around 11.30am on Sunday in Spiers Lane, Old Alresford.
Hampshire police says that the collision involved a white van, which failed to stop at the scene.
The teen, who was wearing a helmet, suffered head injuries
Officers investigating the incident are keen to speak with anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or who saw the van or group of cyclists in the area.
The force is also keen to hear from anyone who may have dash cam footage, or other footage, from the road.
Anyone with information can call 101, quoting 44200333760.


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--What baby names are most popular in Southampton?

NOAH and Oliver have become the new most popular name for baby boys born in Southampton .
ONS figures show 23 newborns were given the name Noah or Oliver last year – though this was three fewer than the previous year 's top ranked Oliver .
Meanwhile , 22 babies saw Amelia remain the top girls ' name in 2019 , the same number as the year before .
Nationally , Oliver remained the most popular name for boys in England and Wales for the seventh year in a row , ahead of George and Noah .
Olivia topped the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in succession , with Amelia and Isla in second and third respectively .
There were no new entries in the top 10 boys ' names , though the ONS noted a few trends which were possibly being influenced by popular culture .
The number of boys named Kylo has risen from just 10 to 67 between 2015 and 2019 , a period of time which saw the release of a new Star Wars trilogy , featuring the leading character of Kylo Ren .
Taron Egerton , star of the 2019 award-winning Elton John @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 48 boys were given that name in 2019 – the most since detailed records began in 1996 .
Freya entered the top 10 girls ' names for the first time , while Mabel returned to the top 100 for the first time since 1924 .
But some previously popular names were almost completely absent , with just two or fewer baby girls named Brittany or Kerry last year .
David Corps , from the ONS , said : `` Oliver and Olivia continued their reign as the top boys ' and girls ' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ choices in baby names can differ depending on the mother ’ s age .
`` We found younger mothers opted for more modern girls ' names like Harper , which has seen a rise since the Beckhams named their daughter so in 2011 , and shortened boys ' names like Freddie .
In contrast , older mothers chose more traditional names such as Jack and Charlotte .
“ Popular culture continues to influence the baby names landscape .
Following Dua Lipa ’ s first UK number one single in 2017 , the number @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 63 to 126 in 2019.
” The top girls ' names across the South East in 2019 were : The top boys ' names across the South East in 2019 were :

ONS figures show 23 newborns were given the name Noah or Oliver last year – though this was three fewer than the previous year's top ranked Oliver.
Meanwhile, 22 babies saw Amelia remain the top girls' name in 2019, the same number as the year before.
Nationally, Oliver remained the most popular name for boys in England and Wales for the seventh year in a row, ahead of George and Noah.
Olivia topped the girls' list for the fourth year in succession, with Amelia and Isla in second and third respectively.
There were no new entries in the top 10 boys' names, though the ONS noted a few trends which were possibly being influenced by popular culture.
The number of boys named Kylo has risen from just 10 to 67 between 2015 and 2019, a period of time which saw the release of a new Star Wars trilogy, featuring the leading character of Kylo Ren.
Taron Egerton, star of the 2019 award-winning Elton John biopic Rocketman, may have been why 48 boys were given that name in 2019 – the most since detailed records began in 1996.
Freya entered the top 10 girls' names for the first time, while Mabel returned to the top 100 for the first time since 1924.
But some previously popular names were almost completely absent, with just two or fewer baby girls named Brittany or Kerry last year.
David Corps, from the ONS, said: "Oliver and Olivia continued their reign as the top boys' and girls' names in 2019, but analysis shows choices in baby names can differ depending on the mother’s age.
"We found younger mothers opted for more modern girls' names like Harper, which has seen a rise since the Beckhams named their daughter so in 2011, and shortened boys' names like Freddie. In contrast, older mothers chose more traditional names such as Jack and Charlotte.
“Popular culture continues to influence the baby names landscape. Following Dua Lipa’s first UK number one single in 2017, the number of girls named Dua has doubled from 63 to 126 in 2019.”
The top girls' names across the South East in 2019 were:
1) Olivia – 615
2) Amelia – 569
3) Isla – 551
4) Ava – 432
5) Mia – 420
6) Lily – 399
7) Grace – 390
8) Sophia – 387
9) Florence – 384
9) Isabella – 384
The top boys' names across the South East in 2019 were:
1) Arthur – 822
2) George – 795
3) Oliver – 759
4) Harry – 636
5) Henry – 592
6) Leo – 583
6) Oscar – 583
8) Noah – 582
9) Jack – 564
10) Charlie – 539


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Southampton taxi drivers urge council to relax rules

SOUTHAMPTON taxi drivers are calling on licensing chiefs to relax the regulations so they can work for more than one company .
They are asking Southampton City Council to allow them to use magnetic door signs on their cars in a bid to enable drivers to work for more than one firm and reduce the risks of taxis being vandalised .
The city council said magnetic door signs are not allowed in a bid to protect the public .
The door signs show the name of the taxi company and licensing authority .
But Ali Haydor , the Southampton private @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of permanent door signs is preventing taxi drivers from working for more than one company at a time .
He said the industry has been hit by the pandemic and he claimed that the number of taxis being broken into has also increased over the past year .
“ If you have a magnetic sticker you can take it off .
Why are we being penalised ?
” , Mr Haydor said .
He also added : “ Because of the hard time we have now there ’ s been not enough work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for multiple companies.
” Mr Haydor also claimed that more taxis with a permanent sign are being vandalised .
He added : “ Sometimes vandals can think there may be something valuable [ in the taxi ] and they may break in .
In some cases things have been stolen but in most cases it is just damages and once a vehicle is out of action you can ’ t go to work.
” In a statement the city council said : “ The primary role of licensing is public safety , it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ allow magnetic door signs to be used .
`` Magnetic signs are easily stolen and placed on unlicensed vehicles to give the appearance of a licensed vehicle to be used for unlawful purposes .
We require the vehicle to display the current operator to assist the fare in identifying the vehicle they have booked .
`` The removal of either of these safety requirements will not increase the volume of work available to the trade as a whole .
The number of customers is going to remain the same .
`` We are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being damaged and to our knowledge incidents of vandalism to licensed vehicles remain low .
`` We are proud of our record with safety .
`` We were the first authority to mandate the fitting of taxi cameras and continue to be a leading authority in this area and as such will always recommend the public ensure they chose a Southampton licensed vehicle .
”

They are asking Southampton City Council to allow them to use magnetic door signs on their cars in a bid to enable drivers to work for more than one firm and reduce the risks of taxis being vandalised.
The city council said magnetic door signs are not allowed in a bid to protect the public.
The door signs show the name of the taxi company and licensing authority.
But Ali Haydor, the Southampton private hire trade representative, said the use of permanent door signs is preventing taxi drivers from working for more than one company at a time.
He said the industry has been hit by the pandemic and he claimed that the number of taxis being broken into has also increased over the past year.
“If you have a magnetic sticker you can take it off. Why are we being penalised?”, Mr Haydor said.
He also added: “Because of the hard time we have now there’s been not enough work and we have the opportunity to work for multiple companies.”
Mr Haydor also claimed that more taxis with a permanent sign are being vandalised.
He added: “Sometimes vandals can think there may be something valuable [in the taxi] and they may break in. In some cases things have been stolen but in most cases it is just damages and once a vehicle is out of action you can’t go to work.”
In a statement the city council said: “The primary role of licensing is public safety, it is for this reason we do not allow magnetic door signs to be used.
"Magnetic signs are easily stolen and placed on unlicensed vehicles to give the appearance of a licensed vehicle to be used for unlawful purposes. We require the vehicle to display the current operator to assist the fare in identifying the vehicle they have booked.
"The removal of either of these safety requirements will not increase the volume of work available to the trade as a whole. The number of customers is going to remain the same.
"We are not aware of any increase in vehicles being damaged and to our knowledge incidents of vandalism to licensed vehicles remain low.
"We are proud of our record with safety.
"We were the first authority to mandate the fitting of taxi cameras and continue to be a leading authority in this area and as such will always recommend the public ensure they chose a Southampton licensed vehicle.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Public screenings to return at Fordingbridge Regal Cinema

THE Regal Cinema in Fordingbridge has announced its plans for a phased reopening with public screenings due to start in November .
The cinema in Shaftesbury Street closed in March due to the coronavirus pandemic but from September it will reopen for private hires and then for public screenings from November 2 , which will be held three times a week .
Barry Robbins , of the Regal Cinema , said : “ We are very excited about it [ reopening ] .
We have had a lot of fun with the online film club that has been running for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it doesn ’ t really compare with being in the place .
“ A lot of our volunteers are keen to get back .
We keep being stopped in the street by our regular cinema-goers saying ‘ when ’ s it opening ?
’ .
But we can ’ t rush these things we ’ ve got to take it carefully and we are treating it very seriously.
” Barry says there has been “ lots of work behind the scenes ” to make the venue “ Covid safe ” .
A number @ @ @ @ @ @ @ including volunteers and staff wearing PPE , socially distanced queuing and a revised entry and exit process , a track and trace system where each household will be asked to provide contact details , temperature checks , socially distanced seating , increased cleaning as well as hand sanitiser stations .
The wearing of face coverings will also be required , unless people are eating or drinking during the screening .
Barry said : “ There are some subtle changes but we hope it won ’ t spoil people ’ s enjoyment.
” The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as well as some new films as well .
For now it will be pausing some of its subsidised monthly screenings including the Saturday afternoon family film screening and the silver screens for the over 55s .
“ We will begin working through the rescheduled films as quickly as possible but , rest assured , you will still be able to come along and see new films too , ” adds Barry .
The team at the Regal are already working on a programme of new films as well as planning for Christmas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ programme of new films and planning for Christmas already , which is quite exciting , ” added Barry .
The cinema is open to members and non-members .
For more information go theregalcinema.org

The cinema in Shaftesbury Street closed in March due to the coronavirus pandemic but from September it will reopen for private hires and then for public screenings from November 2, which will be held three times a week.
Barry Robbins, of the Regal Cinema, said: “We are very excited about it [reopening]. We have had a lot of fun with the online film club that has been running for the last 19 or 20 weeks but it doesn’t really compare with being in the place.
“A lot of our volunteers are keen to get back. We keep being stopped in the street by our regular cinema-goers saying ‘when’s it opening?’. But we can’t rush these things we’ve got to take it carefully and we are treating it very seriously.”
Barry says there has been “lots of work behind the scenes” to make the venue “Covid safe”. A number of measures are being put in place including volunteers and staff wearing PPE, socially distanced queuing and a revised entry and exit process, a track and trace system where each household will be asked to provide contact details, temperature checks, socially distanced seating, increased cleaning as well as hand sanitiser stations. The wearing of face coverings will also be required, unless people are eating or drinking during the screening.
Barry said: “There are some subtle changes but we hope it won’t spoil people’s enjoyment.”
The cinema will be screening the rescheduled films as well as some new films as well. For now it will be pausing some of its subsidised monthly screenings including the Saturday afternoon family film screening and the silver screens for the over 55s.
“We will begin working through the rescheduled films as quickly as possible but, rest assured, you will still be able to come along and see new films too,” adds Barry.
The team at the Regal are already working on a programme of new films as well as planning for Christmas.
“We are working on a programme of new films and planning for Christmas already, which is quite exciting,” added Barry.
The cinema is open to members and non-members. For more information go theregalcinema.org


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Sharp fall in number of NHS dentists in Southampton

NEW figures have revealed a sharp fall in the number of NHS dentists in Southampton .
Dental surgeons in the city have seen a 21.2 % reduction in their ranks , according to data which covers the 12 months to March 2020 .
It comes just days after it was revealed that ten million dental appointments have been delayed by the Covid-19 crisis .
The British Dental Association has warned it could take months to clear the backlog , with campaigners claiming the pandemic has been disastrous for the nation 's oral health .
Many surgeries reopened in July after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rules mean they can treat only a few patients a day .
The new figures show Southampton had 156 dental surgeons in 2019-20 , 33 fewer than in the previous 12 months .
It means there was one dentist for every 1,620 people in the city - or 62 dentists per 100,000 of the population .
In 2018-19 Southampton had 189 dentists - one for every 1,338 people in the city or 75 per 100,000 of the population .
Nationally the figures show the number of dentists `` performing NHS activity '' went @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 24,684 in 2019-20 .
But they also reveal regional differences , with 65 NHS clinical commissioning groups seeing dentist numbers going down .
Seven NHS clinical commissioning groups saw numbers drop by 20 % or more .
Neil Carmichael , chairman of the Association of Dental Groups , said : `` The figures are just the latest proof that the number of dentists working in the NHS is plummeting in many of the areas where they are most needed .
“ In large parts of the country , dentists are deserting the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who are often paying the price .
`` That ’ s why we urgently need to increase the pipeline of new dentists here in the UK while also making it easier for overseas professionals to enter UK dentistry.
” At the end of last year , before the pandemic , it was revealed that two million adults in England were unable to see an NHS dentist .
The British Dental Association blamed what it described as a `` perfect storm '' of underfunding , failed contracts and recruitment problems .
NHS England said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the problem .

Dental surgeons in the city have seen a 21.2% reduction in their ranks, according to data which covers the 12 months to March 2020.
It comes just days after it was revealed that ten million dental appointments have been delayed by the Covid-19 crisis.
The British Dental Association has warned it could take months to clear the backlog, with campaigners claiming the pandemic has been disastrous for the nation's oral health.
Many surgeries reopened in July after being shut during lockdown, but strict rules mean they can treat only a few patients a day.
The new figures show Southampton had 156 dental surgeons in 2019-20, 33 fewer than in the previous 12 months.
It means there was one dentist for every 1,620 people in the city - or 62 dentists per 100,000 of the population.
In 2018-19 Southampton had 189 dentists - one for every 1,338 people in the city or 75 per 100,000 of the population.
Nationally the figures show the number of dentists "performing NHS activity" went up slightly - from 24,545 in 2018-19 to 24,684 in 2019-20. But they also reveal regional differences, with 65 NHS clinical commissioning groups seeing dentist numbers going down.
Seven NHS clinical commissioning groups saw numbers drop by 20% or more .
Neil Carmichael, chairman of the Association of Dental Groups, said: "The figures are just the latest proof that the number of dentists working in the NHS is plummeting in many of the areas where they are most needed.
“In large parts of the country, dentists are deserting the NHS and it is the poorest patients who are often paying the price.
"That’s why we urgently need to increase the pipeline of new dentists here in the UK while also making it easier for overseas professionals to enter UK dentistry.”
At the end of last year, before the pandemic, it was revealed that two million adults in England were unable to see an NHS dentist.
The British Dental Association blamed what it described as a "perfect storm" of underfunding, failed contracts and recruitment problems.
NHS England said steps were already being taken to tackle the problem.


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--'Enjoy summer safely': Hampshire County Council launches scheme

HAMPSHIRE residents are being urged to 'enjoy summer safely ' as part of a new county-wide scheme to attract UK visitors and boost the local economy .
Hampshire County Council has issued a message to residents asking them to `` Enjoy Summer Safely '' as it continues its campaign to Unlock Summer .
Following a successful bid for Government funding , the campaign will launch ahead of the August bank holiday until mid-September to unlock Hampshire ’ s potential for day trips and overnight stays aimed at adults , at a more traditionally quieter time of year once children have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Deputy Leader and Executive Member for Economy , Transport and Environment at Hampshire County Council , said : “ With the perfect blend of city , coast and countryside , Hampshire is the ideal place to spend time for a day trip or short break , and we ’ re very happy to welcome responsible visitors as our local economy starts to recover from the Covid-19 lockdown.
” “ This funding will help us spread the word of our Unlock Summer campaign now that most lockdown restrictions have been lifted .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to make sure their sites and attractions are safe for visitors so we can all get out a bit and enjoy what we love before the end of the summer.
” Many of Hampshire ’ s businesses are now open and are excited to welcome visitors .
Businesses are adopting Visit England ’ s industry standard “ We ’ re Good to Go ” .
The accreditation is given to businesses that demonstrate adhering to Government and public health guidelines , have carried out a COVID-19 risk assessment and have the necessary processes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ Millions of jobs and local economies depend on tourism right across the country and the industry needs all of us to make sure it gets back on its feet .
`` This funding will encourage more of us to get out and discover the outstanding destinations and quality attractions close to home , right here on our doorstep . ''

Hampshire County Council has issued a message to residents asking them to "Enjoy Summer Safely" as it continues its campaign to Unlock Summer.
Following a successful bid for Government funding, the campaign will launch ahead of the August bank holiday until mid-September to unlock Hampshire’s potential for day trips and overnight stays aimed at adults, at a more traditionally quieter time of year once children have returned to school.
Councillor Rob Humby, Deputy Leader and Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment at Hampshire County Council, said: “With the perfect blend of city, coast and countryside, Hampshire is the ideal place to spend time for a day trip or short break, and we’re very happy to welcome responsible visitors as our local economy starts to recover from the Covid-19 lockdown.”
“This funding will help us spread the word of our Unlock Summer campaign now that most lockdown restrictions have been lifted.
"Local businesses have gone to great lengths to make sure their sites and attractions are safe for visitors so we can all get out a bit and enjoy what we love before the end of the summer.”
Many of Hampshire’s businesses are now open and are excited to welcome visitors. Businesses are adopting Visit England’s industry standard “We’re Good to Go”.
The accreditation is given to businesses that demonstrate adhering to Government and public health guidelines, have carried out a COVID-19 risk assessment and have the necessary processes in place.
VisitEngland Director Andrew Stokes said: “Millions of jobs and local economies depend on tourism right across the country and the industry needs all of us to make sure it gets back on its feet.
"This funding will encourage more of us to get out and discover the outstanding destinations and quality attractions close to home, right here on our doorstep."


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Remember these? Pictures from Brokenhurst carnival

THIS is the weekend when Brockenhurst residents used to cram the streets and parks in support of their village ’ s carnival .
With this in mind – the Daily Echo takes a look at pictures from the event in the 1980s .
The oldest member of Brockenhurst Village Hall Committee was decked out in 1984 when he became town crier for the day to lead the procession .
Walter Knox attacked his role with gusto , delivering a booming voice made for the job .
• DO N'T MISS OUT : Join our new group on Facebook > > @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spirit of the event , entering the fancy dress and float procession , watching from the pavements and packing into Brockenhurst College for the accompanying fair .
Wet conditions threatened to ruin proceedings the following year after Hurricane Charley left much of the New Forest underwater .
But villagers didn ’ t allow their spirits to be dampened as they bravely went ahead with their carnival procession .
Everyone deserved a prize , ” said John Launchbury , one of the organisers .
Sheltering under umbrellas in a horse-drawn station luggage cart were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Barford and princess Abigail .
Disaster struck in 1986 when a 13-year-old boy was trapped between a car and a trailer in the procession .
The accident happened in North Road as the trailer , carrying Carnival Queen Anna Hyde , swung round a corner .
He was taken to Southampton General Hospital and was allowed home after treatment .
The show went on and saw Texan oil moguls , country bumpkins , musketeers , Robin Hood and Roman soldiers parading through Brockenhurst .

With this in mind – the Daily Echo takes a look at pictures from the event in the 1980s.
The oldest member of Brockenhurst Village Hall Committee was decked out in 1984 when he became town crier for the day to lead the procession.
Walter Knox attacked his role with gusto, delivering a booming voice made for the job.
Hundreds of people got into the spirit of the event, entering the fancy dress and float procession, watching from the pavements and packing into Brockenhurst College for the accompanying fair.
Wet conditions threatened to ruin proceedings the following year after Hurricane Charley left much of the New Forest underwater.
But villagers didn’t allow their spirits to be dampened as they bravely went ahead with their carnival procession.
Everyone deserved a prize,” said John Launchbury, one of the organisers.
Sheltering under umbrellas in a horse-drawn station luggage cart were carnival queen Philippa Capon, prince Steven Barford and princess Abigail.
Disaster struck in 1986 when a 13-year-old boy was trapped between a car and a trailer in the procession.
The accident happened in North Road as the trailer, carrying Carnival Queen Anna Hyde, swung round a corner.
He was taken to Southampton General Hospital and was allowed home after treatment.
The show went on and saw Texan oil moguls, country bumpkins, musketeers, Robin Hood and Roman soldiers parading through Brockenhurst.


thedailyecho--2020-09-01--Cats for rehoming in Southampton

Cats for rehoming in Southampton

CAN you give these cats a home ?
These pets are currently residents at the Blue Cross rehoming shelter in West End near Southampton .
Daisy is a 13-year-old domestic short hair who is on the lookout for quite a specific home .
She is looking for an understanding owner who will give her lots of time and space to settle in .
Daisy can be worried by new environments , which means she needs to feel safe when she goes to her new home .
She will need to be set up initially in a quiet room , which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her feet .
It is possible that she will need this room for some time before she is ready to explore more of the house .
Her new owner will need to be patient and not expect too much from her too soon .
Once she feels settled , she enjoys being around her human friends and having a bit of fuss and a stroke .
She may be an older lady , but she still enjoys playing with her toys .
She is looking to be the only pet in a home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there are not too many comings and goings as she finds new people quite scary .
In the right home , she will make a great companion .
Elliot is a six-year-old domestic short hair .
He is very sweet natured and just loves to be around people .
He enjoys having fuss and will roll around purring .
Elliot absolutely loves to play , he loves chasing toys and showing off how quick he can be .
He is a lot of fun and will be sure to make his new owners @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so hopefully he can have one of these in his new home .
Elliot loves going outside , he did so in his previous home and enjoys watching the outside world from the cattery .
He is looking for somewhere with a garden so that he can explore the outside world again .

These pets are currently residents at the Blue Cross rehoming shelter in West End near Southampton.
Daisy is a 13-year-old domestic short hair who is on the lookout for quite a specific home.
She is looking for an understanding owner who will give her lots of time and space to settle in.
Daisy can be worried by new environments, which means she needs to feel safe when she goes to her new home.
She will need to be set up initially in a quiet room, which will be hers until she has found her feet.
It is possible that she will need this room for some time before she is ready to explore more of the house.
Her new owner will need to be patient and not expect too much from her too soon.
Once she feels settled, she enjoys being around her human friends and having a bit of fuss and a stroke.
She may be an older lady, but she still enjoys playing with her toys. She is looking to be the only pet in a home and is looking for a home where there are not too many comings and goings as she finds new people quite scary.
In the right home, she will make a great companion.
Elliot is a six-year-old domestic short hair. He is very sweet natured and just loves to be around people.
He enjoys having fuss and will roll around purring.
Elliot absolutely loves to play, he loves chasing toys and showing off how quick he can be.
He is a lot of fun and will be sure to make his new owners laugh.
He loves chasing through tunnels so hopefully he can have one of these in his new home.
Elliot loves going outside, he did so in his previous home and enjoys watching the outside world from the cattery.
He is looking for somewhere with a garden so that he can explore the outside world again.