thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Saints fans jailed after fighting Spurs fans outside Southampton pub

THREE football hooligans have been jailed for targetting fans from a rival club .
The Saints fans brawled outside a Southampton pub after a day of drinking .
Lewis Dean Austin , Thomas Kelly and Connor Pengelly swore and hurled abuse at Tottenham Hotspur fans , a court heard .
The three were jailed for affray at Southampton Crown Court last Thursday all having previously pleaded guilty .
CCTV footage played to the court showed the men outside the Scholars Arms in Above Bar Street after the Saints v Tottenham match on January 25 this year .
A scuffle broke @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at Spurs fans , attempting to kick and punch them .
A “ missile was thrown ” and amid the ruckus , door staff attempted to keep the rival factions apart .
At one point the trouble-makers were seen to leave , walk up the street and “ return with reinforcements ” .
Kelly is said to have beckoned others to the pub .
The 29-year-old of Claremont Road was the main “ instigator ” and has a previous conviction for launching a missile at a football match in 2014 - for which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , 24 , of Heysham Road was “ so drunk he couldn ’ t even remember watching the match ” , which was a 1-1 draw in the fourth round of the FA Cup .
• Saints leave it late to earn FA Cup draw with Spurs He has a previous conviction for affray from 2017 .
Prosecuting barrister Roderick Blain said how Austin encouraged Tottenham supporters to cross the road to a local park and continue fighting - but they did not take up the challenge .
Pengelly , the youngest of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Brunswick Place in Totton was previously a man of good character with no convictions .
Regardless , CCTV clips showed him lunging at the visiting fans repeatedly .
Mr Blain argued they intended to cause very serious violence , and there was clearly targetting involved .
He told how police reported there were large numbers of fans likely to cause trouble - Austin , Kelly and Pengelly included .
There “ had been some confrontation in a local park ” earlier in the day but officers had managed to intervene .
Defending @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a floor layer , was shocked and ashamed of his behaviour .
He described him as a young man who needs to do some growing up .
Eve Shelley who defended Kelly and Pengelly said they were remorseful .
However , Judge Christopher Parker QC said that although no physical harm was caused the incident was plainly instigated .
He said how as a group they targeted individuals .
Judge Parker jailed Kelly for 12 months , Austin for ten months and Pengelly for eight months .
They were all given a six-year @ @ @ @

The Saints fans brawled outside a Southampton pub after a day of drinking.
Lewis Dean Austin, Thomas Kelly and Connor Pengelly swore and hurled abuse at Tottenham Hotspur fans, a court heard.
The three were jailed for affray at Southampton Crown Court last Thursday all having previously pleaded guilty.
CCTV footage played to the court showed the men outside the Scholars Arms in Above Bar Street after the Saints v Tottenham match on January 25 this year.
A scuffle broke out and they could be seen running at Spurs fans, attempting to kick and punch them.
A “missile was thrown” and amid the ruckus, door staff attempted to keep the rival factions apart.
At one point the trouble-makers were seen to leave, walk up the street and “return with reinforcements”.
Kelly is said to have beckoned others to the pub.
The 29-year-old of Claremont Road was the main “instigator” and has a previous conviction for launching a missile at a football match in 2014 - for which he was banned.
Meanwhile, Austin, 24, of Heysham Road was “so drunk he couldn’t even remember watching the match”, which was a 1-1 draw in the fourth round of the FA Cup.
He has a previous conviction for affray from 2017.
Prosecuting barrister Roderick Blain said how Austin encouraged Tottenham supporters to cross the road to a local park and continue fighting - but they did not take up the challenge.
Pengelly, the youngest of the trio at 21 years old and of Brunswick Place in Totton was previously a man of good character with no convictions.
Regardless, CCTV clips showed him lunging at the visiting fans repeatedly.
Mr Blain argued they intended to cause very serious violence, and there was clearly targetting involved.
He told how police reported there were large numbers of fans likely to cause trouble - Austin, Kelly and Pengelly included.
There “had been some confrontation in a local park” earlier in the day but officers had managed to intervene.
Defending, Chris Gaiger told how Austin, a floor layer, was shocked and ashamed of his behaviour.
He described him as a young man who needs to do some growing up.
Eve Shelley who defended Kelly and Pengelly said they were remorseful.
However, Judge Christopher Parker QC said that although no physical harm was caused the incident was plainly instigated.
He said how as a group they targeted individuals.
Judge Parker jailed Kelly for 12 months, Austin for ten months and Pengelly for eight months.
They were all given a six-year football match ban.


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Wetherspoons in Winchester sparks anger over crowds

WINCHESTER residents have been left frustrated as young people were spotted ignoring social distancing rules to drink at the city ’ s Wetherspoons .
Large crowds of people were spotted queuing to get into The Old Gaolhouse on Thursday , breaking Government measures in place to prevent the spread of coronavirus .
A photo was taken outside the Jewry Street pub at 7.45pm and shows dozens of people lining up before being allowed to enter the pub .
Stephen Shakesheff , from Fulflood , who posted the picture said he did so to highlight how blasé people have become in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ imposition of localised lockdowns here in the UK .
The swim coach said : `` It 's not the numbers that are the worry so much , it 's the lack of social distancing .
`` There are some pubs and bars that have spent time and money on training etc to try to maintain the government guidelines and there are some that do n't appear to be making an effort at all .
`` The disparity is shocking .
We need to adapt to the new normal now to try to avert @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Easing of lockdown restrictions seems to have led to a relation in personal responsibility and I fear we will pay for it . ''
The picture was posted on Facebook group Winchester Rants and has sparked outrage from some .
One person wrote : “ None of these people seem to realise that they could be spreading the coved virus .
As much as I dislike this government they ate trying to slow down and eventually stop the virus .
Haven ’ t enough people already died ?
” Another said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this out - when school and colleges re-open suggest they all attend compulsory citizenship and public health classes !
Really cross on behalf of licensees who do take care of their community .
Where is Winchester City Council Environmental Health staff - where are the councillors ?
So so cross !
Others said that the students should be allowed to celebrate their results .
“ Well done kids , enjoy , just like any other year ( following A level results ) .
Just this one has a microscope on it for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been so tough and challenging for you .
So enjoy , be safe , ” one person posted .
And another wrote : “ Have fun but also try to be careful too , wear your masks , keep your distance etc , my parents are in the vulnerable age group now , I hate to think of someone loosing a parent to Covid.
” Wetherspoons has been contacted for a comment .

Large crowds of people were spotted queuing to get into The Old Gaolhouse on Thursday, breaking Government measures in place to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
A photo was taken outside the Jewry Street pub at 7.45pm and shows dozens of people lining up before being allowed to enter the pub.
Stephen Shakesheff, from Fulflood, who posted the picture said he did so to highlight how blasé people have become in general despite resurgences in Europe and the imposition of localised lockdowns here in the UK.
The swim coach said: "It's not the numbers that are the worry so much, it's the lack of social distancing.
"There are some pubs and bars that have spent time and money on training etc to try to maintain the government guidelines and there are some that don't appear to be making an effort at all.
"The disparity is shocking. We need to adapt to the new normal now to try to avert another punishing lockdown in the future.
"Easing of lockdown restrictions seems to have led to a relation in personal responsibility and I fear we will pay for it."
The picture was posted on Facebook group Winchester Rants and has sparked outrage from some.
One person wrote: “None of these people seem to realise that they could be spreading the coved virus. As much as I dislike this government they ate trying to slow down and eventually stop the virus. Haven’t enough people already died?”
Another said: “Why is the licensee not sorting this out - when school and colleges re-open suggest they all attend compulsory citizenship and public health classes! Really cross on behalf of licensees who do take care of their community. Where is Winchester City Council Environmental Health staff - where are the councillors? So so cross!
Others said that the students should be allowed to celebrate their results.
“Well done kids, enjoy, just like any other year (following A level results). Just this one has a microscope on it for the exact reason that this year for you has been so tough and challenging for you. So enjoy, be safe,” one person posted.
And another wrote: “Have fun but also try to be careful too, wear your masks, keep your distance etc, my parents are in the vulnerable age group now, I hate to think of someone loosing a parent to Covid.”
Wetherspoons has been contacted for a comment.


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Emergency services receive calls about glowing orange cloud

EMERGENCY services received `` hundreds '' of calls last night as a spectacular orange glow filled the sky .
Hampshire Fire Control have said they have received hundreds of calls from concerned members of the public regarding a pulsing orange cloud of smoke that has been seen in the skies across Hampshire .
The bright light was seen across the county prompting many to take to social media and even phone the emergency services .
One Twitter used even said that the ominous orange glow could be seen from Cowes in the Isle of Wight .
Hampshire Fire Control said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ received hundreds of calls to an orange glow in the sky near Southampton - Fawley Refinery are flaring off which is creating a spectacular glow in the sky . ''
It is believed that the evening temperature last night caused the excess vapour cloud to lie-low and was slow to disperse causing a large cloud above to glow bright orange .
In a statement on their website , a spokesperson from Fawley Refinery said : '' We want to give an update to our current operations .
`` Due to an interruption in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 . ''

Hampshire Fire Control have said they have received hundreds of calls from concerned members of the public regarding a pulsing orange cloud of smoke that has been seen in the skies across Hampshire.
The bright light was seen across the county prompting many to take to social media and even phone the emergency services.
Photo by Daily Echo Camera Club member Kevin Perrett
One Twitter used even said that the ominous orange glow could be seen from Cowes in the Isle of Wight.
Hampshire Fire Control said in a Tweet: "We have received hundreds of calls to an orange glow in the sky near Southampton - Fawley Refinery are flaring off which is creating a spectacular glow in the sky."
It is believed that the evening temperature last night caused the excess vapour cloud to lie-low and was slow to disperse causing a large cloud above to glow bright orange.
Photo by Daily Echo Camera Club member Leanne Dempsey
In a statement on their website, a spokesperson from Fawley Refinery said:
"We want to give an update to our current operations.
"Due to an interruption in operations 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.
Photo by Daily Echo Camera Club member Lee Churchill
"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--2020-08-17--New Forest shop plans: 'Hungry ponies could attack customers'

PLANS to open a new shop in a Hampshire village have sparked fears that customers could be attacked by hungry ponies seeking food .
The New Forest National Park Authority ( NPA ) has received an application to transform a building that formed part of a First World War airfield on the edge of East Boldre .
But the proposal is being opposed by the New Forest Verderers .
In a letter to the NPA the Official Verderer , Lord Manners , says : `` It is very unusual for a building of this nature to be located on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ much used by stock .
We are very concerned that the interaction between shop customers and the ponies is potentially fraught with danger .
`` Regrettably members of the public feed the ponies and thus the ponies often associate carrier bags with food . ''
Lord Manners says this can cause the animals to become aggressive , which may endanger users of the shop .
But the proposal , part of a scheme to turn the village hall into a community hub , has sparked widespread support in the East Boldre area .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ village retains its shop and post office .
In a letter to the NPA the parish council says : `` This is an exemplary planning application which will safeguard the future of the hall .
The design fits extremely well into the location and will improve facilities for the local community . ''
Lord Montagu of Beaulieu and New Forest East MP Julian Lewis are also supporting the application .
Lord Montagu 's letter to the NPA says : `` East Boldre is a rural community with an ageing population and only a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ village shop and post office a lifeline for many .
`` If this project fails the village will lose this service . ''
Referring to coronavirus pandemic one villagers adds : `` The ( existing ) shop has been an essential service selling food and provisions .
Without it many people would have to go without or travel .
`` Public transport links in East Boldre are very poor and many rely on shop for food and the post office .
`` Without a shop there would be many more miles travelled through @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hythe . ''

The New Forest National Park Authority (NPA) has received an application to transform a building that formed part of a First World War airfield on the edge of East Boldre.
But the proposal is being opposed by the New Forest Verderers.
In a letter to the NPA the Official Verderer, Lord Manners, says: "It is very unusual for a building of this nature to be located on the open forest.
"The area is much used by stock. We are very concerned that the interaction between shop customers and the ponies is potentially fraught with danger.
"Regrettably members of the public feed the ponies and thus the ponies often associate carrier bags with food."
Lord Manners says this can cause the animals to become aggressive, which may endanger users of the shop.
But the proposal, part of a scheme to turn the village hall into a community hub, has sparked widespread support in the East Boldre area.
Villagers say the scheme will ensure the village retains its shop and post office.
In a letter to the NPA the parish council says: "This is an exemplary planning application which will safeguard the future of the hall. The design fits extremely well into the location and will improve facilities for the local community."
Lord Montagu of Beaulieu and New Forest East MP Julian Lewis are also supporting the application.
Lord Montagu's letter to the NPA says: "East Boldre is a rural community with an ageing population and only a twice-weekly bus service which makes the small village shop and post office a lifeline for many.
"If this project fails the village will lose this service."
Referring to coronavirus pandemic one villagers adds: " The (existing) shop has been an essential service selling food and provisions. Without it many people would have to go without or travel.
"Public transport links in East Boldre are very poor and many rely on shop for food and the post office.
"Without a shop there would be many more miles travelled through the national park to reach Lymington or Hythe."


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Delivery driver robbed and assaulted in Millbrook

A DELIVERY driver was assaulted by a gang of youths when he tried to take back his stolen moped .
Police are appealing for witnesses after a delivery driver was robbed and assaulted by a group of teans in Millbrook .
At around 5pm on Friday , August 14 , the 23-year-old delivery driver parked his moped on Evenlode Road .
When he returned from a delivery he found it had been stolen .
He found the moped in Mansel Park with a gang of around fifteen young people .
The victim attempted to get his moped back but was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ causing him bruising and pain .
The group attempted to steal the moped again as they assaulted him , but local residents came to his rescue and the group ran off toward Kendal Avenue .
A police spokesperson said : `` Officers investigating have made a number of enquiries but we are now appealing to the public for help .
`` Were you in the area at the time ?
Perhaps you have mobile phone footage or photographs of the group ?
`` Anyone with any information , or any CCTV footage that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ phone 101 with the reference 44200310383 .
Alternatively , you can phone Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 . ''

Police are appealing for witnesses after a delivery driver was robbed and assaulted by a group of teens in Millbrook.
At around 5pm on Friday, August 14, the 23-year-old delivery driver parked his moped on Evenlode Road. When he returned from a delivery he found it had been stolen.
He found the moped in Mansel Park with a gang of around fifteen young people.
The victim attempted to get his moped back but was assaulted numerous times by the group, causing him bruising and pain.
The group attempted to steal the moped again as they assaulted him, but local residents came to his rescue and the group ran off toward Kendal Avenue.
A police spokesperson said: "Officers investigating have made a number of enquiries but we are now appealing to the public for help.
"Were you in the area at the time? Perhaps you have mobile phone footage or photographs of the group?
"Anyone with any information, or any CCTV footage that could help us, is asked to phone 101 with the reference 44200310383. Alternatively, you can phone Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111."


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--River Island to cut 350 jobs in 'shake-up'

High street fashion retailer River Island is to axe 350 jobs as part of a major store management shake-up .
Here 's what you need to know .
What roles are at risk ?
The company told staff it intends to slash store management and senior sales roles as part of a restructure of its retail team .
It is not currently known how Southampton 's West Quay store will be affected by the cuts , but an announcement is expected soon .
The move comes just a month after it had already said it would cut 250 head office @ @ @ @ @ @ @ River Island has seen revenues and profitability hit by a slump in store footfall after reopening sites following the coronavirus lockdown .
What have River Island bosses said ?
Chief executive Will Kernan told staff in an internal memo that the changes will create a “ flatter management structure with a greater emphasis on customer service ” .
He said : “ We need to make sure we have the right structures in place to deliver our omnichannel strategy , and to continue to deliver the amazing River Island in-store experience that our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a heavy heart , I can confirm that these changes will potentially impact up to 350 store management and senior sales roles .
“ Whilst this is an incredibly difficult decision , these actions are crucial to ensure that our stores continue to effectively play their hugely important role in our omnichannel future.
” How many stores does River Island have across the UK ?
River Island has about 300 stores across the UK , and according to the PA News Agency , has reportedly eyed a Company Voluntary Arrangement ( CVA ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its rent costs in a bid to save money .

Here's what you need to know.
What roles are at risk?
The company told staff it intends to slash store management and senior sales roles as part of a restructure of its retail team.
It is not currently known how Southampton's West Quay store will be affected by the cuts, but an announcement is expected soon.
The move comes just a month after it had already said it would cut 250 head office staff as part of cost-cutting measures.
River Island has seen revenues and profitability hit by a slump in store footfall after reopening sites following the coronavirus lockdown.
What have River Island bosses said?
Chief executive Will Kernan told staff in an internal memo that the changes will create a “flatter management structure with a greater emphasis on customer service”.
He said: “We need to make sure we have the right structures in place to deliver our omnichannel strategy, and to continue to deliver the amazing River Island in-store experience that our customers know and love.
“With a heavy heart, I can confirm that these changes will potentially impact up to 350 store management and senior sales roles.
“Whilst this is an incredibly difficult decision, these actions are crucial to ensure that our stores continue to effectively play their hugely important role in our omnichannel future.”
How many stores does River Island have across the UK?
River Island has about 300 stores across the UK, and according to the PA News Agency, has reportedly eyed a Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) or other form of insolvency to reduce its rent costs in a bid to save money.


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Former Marks & Spencer employee Jill Sherbourne dies

SHE was a remarkable person who put family and her beloved Southampton Football Club first .
Saints fan , long-standing Marks & Spencer employee , badminton player , walker , keen historian and avid reader Jill Sherbourne has passed away at the age of 84 .
An only child , she grew up in Bugle Street and attended St John ’ s Primary School and St Anne ’ s School .
The family moved in 1958 to Malwood Avenue in Lordswood where Jill lived for the rest of her life , making friends and caring for neighbours .
She worked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Marks & Spencer in the High Street where she worked on the shop floor of the Women ’ s Department for 27 years until her retirement .
Jill rarely missed a Saints home match and would work her busy social diary out around the fixture list .
She attended her first match with her father in 1947 and was a season ticket holder in the West Stand at The Dell and Kingsland Stand at St Mary ’ s Stadium .
On behalf of her family , Jill 's Godson said : “ She @ @ @ @ @ @ @ orientated .
Jill was an incredibly kind and generous person who was always thinking of others .
She was a rare spirit , a really remarkable person who was a big part of our lives .
”

Saints fan, long-standing Marks & Spencer employee, badminton player, walker, keen historian and avid reader Jill Sherbourne has passed away at the age of 84.
An only child, she grew up in Bugle Street and attended St John’s Primary School and St Anne’s School.
The family moved in 1958 to Malwood Avenue in Lordswood where Jill lived for the rest of her life, making friends and caring for neighbours.
She worked for McCarrahers Solicitors and Elliotts before joining Marks & Spencer in the High Street where she worked on the shop floor of the Women’s Department for 27 years until her retirement.
Jill rarely missed a Saints home match and would work her busy social diary out around the fixture list. She attended her first match with her father in 1947 and was a season ticket holder in the West Stand at The Dell and Kingsland Stand at St Mary’s Stadium.
On behalf of her family, Jill's Godson said: “She was clever, fiercely loyal and family orientated. Jill was an incredibly kind and generous person who was always thinking of others. She was a rare spirit, a really remarkable person who was a big part of our lives.”


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Rise in customer numbers for Eat Out to Help Out scheme

RESTAURANTS , pubs and cafes across Hampshire have seen a rise in customer numbers following the lockdown .
They have seen an increase after the introduction of the Government ’ s Eat Out to Help Out scheme , which offers diners discounts on their bills .
• Southampton , Winchester and Eastleigh restaurants taking part in Eat Out to Help Out scheme • City restaurant owner urges other businesses to join Eat Out to Help Out scheme Councillor Rob Humby , Deputy Leader and Executive Member for Economy , Transport and Environment at Hampshire County Council , said : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ national scheme is doing well in Hampshire and encouraging people to venture out again after the coronavirus lockdown , supporting local businesses .
`` As well as bringing customers back to cafes and restaurants across the county , it is also increasing footfall in high streets and town centres , helping Hampshire ’ economic recovery .
“ With easing of lockdown restrictions and pubs and restaurants re-opening , the accommodation and food services sector has seen by far the sharpest increase in economic output nationally , up 68.2 % in June from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Out runs until August 31 and offers a 50 % discount on food or non-alcoholic drinks to eat or drink in , with up to a maximum of £10 per diner from Monday to Wednesday .

They have seen an increase after the introduction of the Government’s Eat Out to Help Out scheme, which offers diners discounts on their bills.
Councillor Rob Humby, Deputy Leader and Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment at Hampshire County Council, said: “I’m pleased to hear this national scheme is doing well in Hampshire and encouraging people to venture out again after the coronavirus lockdown, supporting local businesses.
"As well as bringing customers back to cafes and restaurants across the county, it is also increasing footfall in high streets and town centres, helping Hampshire’ economic recovery.
“With easing of lockdown restrictions and pubs and restaurants re-opening, the accommodation and food services sector has seen by far the sharpest increase in economic output nationally, up 68.2% in June from the previous month.”
Eat Out to Help Out runs until August 31 and offers a 50% discount on food or non-alcoholic drinks to eat or drink in, with up to a maximum of £10 per diner from Monday to Wednesday.


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Switch Southampton sets reopening dates

Switch Southampton sets reopening dates

A CITY club has announced its reopening date after `` 196 '' days of closure .
Switch Southampton will be reopening on the weekend of September 18 - with a number of safety measures in place for socially distanced parties .
Following the clubs closure due to the coronavirus pandemic , entry will be done through the selling of tables .
A total of six people will be at each table at a set price with drinks offers available .
The venue will be limited to a smaller capacity and the club will offer table service and bar options on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been released for the dates and the club will be posting more information on their opening weekend soon .
As reported , club owners announced back in March that the venue would cease trading and as a result of the coronavirus pandemic - with a 'last dance ' on March 21 .
However , in a fresh Facebook post , a spokesperson said : `` We are back !
On Friday the 18th of September we will be throwing open the doors to Switch once again .
`` After 196 days of being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'new norm ' of socially distanced parties .
`` Expect the same high standard of entertainment and production with the highest safety procedures and precautions in-place .
`` Please bear with us during this very frustrating time for all in the events industry .
`` See you on the dance floor , rave safe . ''

Switch Southampton will be reopening on the weekend of September 18 - with a number of safety measures in place for socially distanced parties.
Following the clubs closure due to the coronavirus pandemic, entry will be done through the selling of tables.
A total of six people will be at each table at a set price with drinks offers available.
The venue will be limited to a smaller capacity and the club will offer table service and bar options on the night too.
No tickets have been released for the dates and the club will be posting more information on their opening weekend soon.
As reported, club owners announced back in March that the venue would cease trading and as a result of the coronavirus pandemic - with a 'last dance' on March 21.
However, in a fresh Facebook post, a spokesperson said: "We are back! On Friday the 18th of September we will be throwing open the doors to Switch once again.
"After 196 days of being closed we will be back with the 'new norm' of socially distanced parties.
"Expect the same high standard of entertainment and production with the highest safety procedures and precautions in-place.
"Please bear with us during this very frustrating time for all in the events industry.
"See you on the dance floor, rave safe."


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Body found in search for missing Martin Turner

A BODY has been found following an appeal to find a missing cyclist .
Police have confirmed that officers searching @ @ @ @ @ have found a body .
The 54-year-old from Totton was last seen by his family @ @ @ @ @ He left his home address to go on a cycle ride and had not returned @ @ @ @ @ A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` It ’ s with regret we have @ @ @ @ @ searching for missing man Martin Turner , have this afternoon , found a body in @ @ @ @ @ has yet to take place but his next of kin have been informed . ''
@ @ @ @ @ the public for sharing their earlier appeal .

Police have confirmed that officers searching for cyclist, Martin Turner have found a body.
The 54-year-old from Totton was last seen by his family on Saturday at 8am.
He left his home address to go on a cycle ride and had not returned since or made contact.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "It’s with regret we have to inform you that officers searching for missing man Martin Turner, have this afternoon, found a body in Dorset.
"Formal identification has yet to take place but his next of kin have been informed."
The spokesperson thanked members of the public for sharing their earlier appeal.


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--On Site Service Centre want CCTV from Southampton City Council

OWNERS of a car workshop are calling on the council to install CCTV after allegedly being targeted for theft over 20 times in six years .
But the council have responded by saying the road is not a priority .
'Disturbing ' : Vehicle thefts in Hampshire more than double in the last four years A customer ’ s van being fixed at On Site Service Centre on Belgrave Road , in Portswood , had its wheels stolen by thieves last week .
They made off with all four wheels from the transit vehicle , the spare wheel and its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the first time the workshop has been targeted by thieves .
Jamie Hawkhead , 36 , who co-owns the firm with Luke Ashton , has now urged the council to place cameras on the road to deter criminals .
The father-of-three said : “ We ’ ve had 20 to 30 incidents involving vandalism , and wheels and tyres being stolen .
“ They ’ ve all been reported to police but they don ’ t do anything , we ’ ve had local PCSOs come in but they say their hands are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Tuesday August 4 , thieves took bricks left on a fly-tipping site to prop up the customer ’ s car and steal the wheels .
He added : “ There are pot holes everywhere , it ’ s in a derelict state , at night it ’ s almost a bit of a targeted area for criminals .
It ’ s about time the council did something about it and put CCTV in the road .
“ Someone fly-tipped , and it looks like the thieves have taken bricks from there and propped @ @ @ @ @ @ @ issue warning to motorists after spate of thefts from cars “ This could potentially lose us work , financial cost , time , and will cost us £1,500.
” A Southampton City Council spokesperson said : “ Our community safety team work with the police to identify ASB hot spots and take action to reduce crime .
“ We can install additional CCTV equipment in response to community priorities , but must prioritise those locations which present the greatest risk .
Belgrave Road is not identified as a priority area.
” Hampshire Police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a report of a theft from motor vehicle in Belgrave Road , Southampton .
`` Anyone who has any information is asked to call 101 quoting 44200296455 . ''

But the council have responded by saying the road is not a priority.
'Disturbing': Vehicle thefts in Hampshire more than double in the last four years
A customer’s van being fixed at On Site Service Centre on Belgrave Road, in Portswood, had its wheels stolen by thieves last week.
They made off with all four wheels from the transit vehicle, the spare wheel and its rear lights - but it is not the first time the workshop has been targeted by thieves.
Jamie Hawkhead, 36, who co-owns the firm with Luke Ashton, has now urged the council to place cameras on the road to deter criminals.
The father-of-three said: “We’ve had 20 to 30 incidents involving vandalism, and wheels and tyres being stolen.
“They’ve all been reported to police but they don’t do anything, we’ve had local PCSOs come in but they say their hands are tied."
Jamie said that on Tuesday August 4, thieves took bricks left on a fly-tipping site to prop up the customer’s car and steal the wheels.
He added: “There are pot holes everywhere, it’s in a derelict state, at night it’s almost a bit of a targeted area for criminals. It’s about time the council did something about it and put CCTV in the road.
“Someone fly-tipped, and it looks like the thieves have taken bricks from there and propped the van on the bricks.
Police issue warning to motorists after spate of thefts from cars
“This could potentially lose us work, financial cost, time, and will cost us £1,500.”
A Southampton City Council spokesperson said: “Our community safety team work with the police to identify ASB hot spots and take action to reduce crime.
“We can install additional CCTV equipment in response to community priorities, but must prioritise those locations which present the greatest risk. Belgrave Road is not identified as a priority area.”
Hampshire Police said: "Officers are investigating following a report of a theft from motor vehicle in Belgrave Road, Southampton.
"Anyone who has any information is asked to call 101 quoting 44200296455."


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--LETTER: Scooter users are dicing with peoples' lives

I THOUGHT there would be more control over who can ride e-scooters , the latest fad being promoted .
Having @ @ @ @ @ 13-14 years zooming up the road side by side , baseball hats and hoodies and @ @ @ @ @ alone a helmet , obviously not !
These kids are not only dicing with their @ @ @ @ @ of others – pedestrians and motorists alike .
I ` m also judging that no @ @ @ @ @ to own one either .
Having previously worked in a centre for disabilities that had @ @ @ @ @ it still aggrieves me to see people not only riding bikes with no protective helmet @ @ @ @ @ with their whole lives ahead of them , taking unnecessary chances riding these e-scooters .
@ @ @ @ @ fun to ride but it does n't take much to permanently damage your brain by @ @ @ @ @ .

Having just seen two boys of 13-14 years zooming up the road side by side, baseball hats and hoodies and no protective clothing. let alone a helmet, obviously not!
These kids are not only dicing with their own lives but also that of others – pedestrians and motorists alike.
I`m also judging that no form of insurance is required to own one either.
Having previously worked in a centre for disabilities that had clients with head injuries, it still aggrieves me to see people not only riding bikes with no protective helmet but now with youngsters, with their whole lives ahead of them, taking unnecessary chances riding these e-scooters.
No doubt they are great fun to ride but it doesn't take much to permanently damage your brain by a reckless act of stupidity.
Richard A Jacob
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Anger over flats plan for garages in Micheldever

MICHELDEVER could soon see an eco-friendly development of six flats built on a former garage court but the plan is opposed by neighbouring residents .
Winchester City Council is progressing with a scheme “ to provide much needed affordable housing ” in the village and neighbours are unimpressed .
Around six years ago the authority told residents of Southbrook Cottages that they needed to vacate their council-owned garages and it was expected that remedial work would be carried out .
Since then neighbours have been left in the dark , until last week when the community was shocked to receive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s plan for four one-bedroom and two two-bedroom apartments within a two-storey building which will all meet Passivhaus standards .
Passivhaus is the leading international low energy , design standard .
Over 65,000 buildings have been designed , built and tested to this standard worldwide .
The block will also include car parking for those living in the flats .
Resident Caroline Smart , who has lived in the road for 30 years , said : “ We got the document through saying they are going to build flats where the garages are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ We don ’ t want a block of flats - it is a rural village – we don ’ t understand why they couldn ’ t have done parking [ on the site ] .
“ There is going to be more traffic and everyone is going to start arguing over parking , there is not enough parking here already .
“ Why would they try and fit in this tiny little space a block of flats .
They could have turned that into parking , it would have been a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southbrook Cottages happier.
” Mrs Smart said that one of the proposed balconies will look into her neighbours ’ bungalows , losing their privacy .
One of those is Tim Witcher , who said : “ They spoke about putting bungalows there and now flats which are going to look straight into my garden - I will lose all my privacy.
” He added : “ This [ the garage ] was meant to be for my parking , now I ’ ve got nowhere to park my car , I ’ ve @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Field and bring all my shopping up to my house from there.
” And Amanda Hall , whose house sits opposite the proposed site , said : “ I think the plans are atrocious , flats in a rural location is a ridiculous idea .
“ I don ’ t want anyone looking into my home , it would be pretty miserable if this happened.
” Others expressed concerns about emergency service vehicles losing their turning circle when called out to the street and will instead have to reverse onto the main road @ @ @ @ @ @ @ haven ’ t been given the opportunity to give their views on the scheme , with a presentation on Friday only allowing written questions and not an open discussion .
Shelia Fullick , who has lived in the street for 51 years , said : “ They [ the council ] haven ’ t talked about it before , they have just put the plans through the door - why don ’ t they come and talk to us.
” A spokesperson for Winchester City Council told the Chronicle : “ Building new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the district is a key goal for this council .
When choosing sites for new homes we assess each location on its merit and in this case Southbrook Cottages in Micheldever was chosen because the garages are currently in a poor state and most of the garages on the site are vacant .
“ We understand residents ’ concerns about parking and we will be holding a separate parking consultation with residents to create a suitable parking strategy for the site .
“ Not only will these homes be for local people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on being energy efficient and will be built to a Passivhaus Plus standard .
This helps the council work towards the target of being carbon neutral by 2024 , and the wider district carbon neutral by 2030 .
”

Winchester City Council is progressing with a scheme “to provide much needed affordable housing” in the village and neighbours are unimpressed.
Around six years ago the authority told residents of Southbrook Cottages that they needed to vacate their council-owned garages and it was expected that remedial work would be carried out.
Since then neighbours have been left in the dark, until last week when the community was shocked to receive a document unveiling the city council’s plan for four one-bedroom and two two-bedroom apartments within a two-storey building which will all meet Passivhaus standards.
Passivhaus is the leading international low energy, design standard. Over 65,000 buildings have been designed, built and tested to this standard worldwide.
The block will also include car parking for those living in the flats.
Resident Caroline Smart, who has lived in the road for 30 years, said: “We got the document through saying they are going to build flats where the garages are which is just going to look awful.
“We don’t want a block of flats - it is a rural village – we don’t understand why they couldn’t have done parking [on the site].
“There is going to be more traffic and everyone is going to start arguing over parking, there is not enough parking here already.
“Why would they try and fit in this tiny little space a block of flats. They could have turned that into parking, it would have been a lot cheaper and make all residents of Southbrook Cottages happier.”
Mrs Smart said that one of the proposed balconies will look into her neighbours’ bungalows, losing their privacy.
One of those is Tim Witcher, who said: “They spoke about putting bungalows there and now flats which are going to look straight into my garden - I will lose all my privacy.”
He added: “This [the garage] was meant to be for my parking, now I’ve got nowhere to park my car, I’ve got to park at Lord Rank Playing Field and bring all my shopping up to my house from there.”
And Amanda Hall, whose house sits opposite the proposed site, said: “I think the plans are atrocious, flats in a rural location is a ridiculous idea.
“I don’t want anyone looking into my home, it would be pretty miserable if this happened.”
Others expressed concerns about emergency service vehicles losing their turning circle when called out to the street and will instead have to reverse onto the main road.
Neighbours have also said that they haven’t been given the opportunity to give their views on the scheme, with a presentation on Friday only allowing written questions and not an open discussion.
Shelia Fullick, who has lived in the street for 51 years, said: “They [the council] haven’t talked about it before, they have just put the plans through the door - why don’t they come and talk to us.”
A spokesperson for Winchester City Council told the Chronicle: “Building new homes to ensure our residents can live in the district is a key goal for this council. When choosing sites for new homes we assess each location on its merit and in this case Southbrook Cottages in Micheldever was chosen because the garages are currently in a poor state and most of the garages on the site are vacant.
“We understand residents’ concerns about parking and we will be holding a separate parking consultation with residents to create a suitable parking strategy for the site.
“Not only will these homes be for local people but the homes will have a focus on being energy efficient and will be built to a Passivhaus Plus standard. This helps the council work towards the target of being carbon neutral by 2024, and the wider district carbon neutral by 2030.”


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Fire crews return to Ringwood Forest to tackle hotspots

FIREFIGHTERS returned to Ringwood Forest to tackle hotspots almost a week after a huge fire at the scene .
Despite @ @ @ @ @ , crews found numerous hotspots after being called at 5.30pm yesterday .
After attending the @ @ @ @ @ spokesman for Verwood fire station said : `` This demonstrates just how deep the fire @ @ @ @ @ mind it took hold six days ago .
`` Forestry England will be returning soon @ @ @ @ @ dampen down . ''
More than 100 firefighters tackled the 200m x 200m blaze when @ @ @ @ @ August 10 .
Crews from Ferndown , Cranborne , Verwood , Westbourne , Poole , @ @ @ @ @ with firefighters from Ringwood , Lyndhurst , Fordingbridge , Burley and Totton .
Residents reported @ @ @ @ @ the area , as far as Bournemouth and Christchurch , and residents were advised to @ @ @ @ @ closed.. Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is advising residents to keep their doors @ @ @ @

Despite torrential rain in recent days, crews found numerous hotspots after being called at 5.30pm yesterday.
After attending the scene at 5.30pm, a spokesman for Verwood fire station said: "This demonstrates just how deep the fire can go, bearing in mind it took hold six days ago.
"Forestry England will be returning soon to re-assess and likely further dampen down."
More than 100 firefighters tackled the 200m x 200m blaze when it took hold on Monday August 10.
Crews from Ferndown, Cranborne, Verwood, Westbourne, Poole, Wimborne and Christchurch attended along with firefighters from Ringwood, Lyndhurst, Fordingbridge, Burley and Totton.
Residents reported the smell of smoke across the area, as far as Bournemouth and Christchurch, and residents were advised to keep their doors and windows closed..
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is advising residents to keep their doors and windows closed.


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Barclays House in Eastleigh could become new homes

A TOWN centre bank could be transformed to create new homes .
Barclays House in Eastleigh could become the site of 12 new homes .
A proposal has been made to convert the first , second and third floors of the site in Upper Market Street into flats .
However , the ground floor would remain in use by Barclays Bank .
Detailed plans of the proposed floor layout have not yet been finalised .
However , the space is likely to be divided into a mix of one and two-bedroom flats .
The building is believed to have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been owned by the Oriental Executive Pension Scheme ( OEPS ) since 2012 .
With a total of four storeys , there is parking at the rear .
Barclays Bank uses the ground floor for retail banking and the first floor as offices The second and third floors are used by a loss adjuster company .
Meanwhile , the fourth floor is used for storage .
The plans were submitted by OEPS to Eastleigh Borough Council .
A decision will be made by a planning officer with the consultation period ending on September @ @

Barclays House in Eastleigh could become the site of 12 new homes.
A proposal has been made to convert the first, second and third floors of the site in Upper Market Street into flats.
However, the ground floor would remain in use by Barclays Bank.
Detailed plans of the proposed floor layout have not yet been finalised.
However, the space is likely to be divided into a mix of one and two-bedroom flats.
The building is believed to have been built in the early 1980s and has been owned by the Oriental Executive Pension Scheme (OEPS) since 2012.
With a total of four storeys, there is parking at the rear.
Barclays Bank uses the ground floor for retail banking and the first floor as offices
The second and third floors are used by a loss adjuster company.
Meanwhile, the fourth floor is used for storage.
The plans were submitted by OEPS to Eastleigh Borough Council.
A decision will be made by a planning officer with the consultation period ending on September 4.


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Sergeant William Bridges added to Fareham War Memorial

A SOLDIER who died fighting for his country has taken his place among others who gave their lives .
Sergeant William Bridges has had his name added to the Fareham War Memorial .
It comes as the nation marks 75 years since the end of the Second World War .
Sergeant Bridges served in the 26th and then 35th heavy batteries of the Royal Garrison Artillery .
He left for France in August 1914 at the outbreak of the Great War .
Eventually promoted to sergeant he was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal and the Military Medal .
His citation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ devotion to duty in action .
He showed complete disregard of danger , and his fine example of coolness and determination had an inspiring effect on his men.
” Originally from London , he settled in Fareham and married Annie Elizabeth Smith in 1916 .
However , he died in action in France just a few months before the end of the war in 1918 at the age of 26 .
He has a war memorial in Louvencourt Military Cemetery .
His great-nephew , Major Andy Cockburn of the Royal Signals Reserves contacted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ great uncle ’ s name could be added to the town ’ s memorial .
Major Cockburn said : “ Although he was from London he was based in Fareham for some years before landing in France early on in WW1 .
“ I had heard about William from my grandfather who I was close to .
He was a family hero and an inspiring example for future generations .
”

Sergeant William Bridges has had his name added to the Fareham War Memorial.
It comes as the nation marks 75 years since the end of the Second World War.
Sergeant Bridges served in the 26th and then 35th heavy batteries of the Royal Garrison Artillery.
He left for France in August 1914 at the outbreak of the Great War.
Eventually promoted to sergeant he was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal and the Military Medal.
His citation read: “For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in action. He showed complete disregard of danger, and his fine example of coolness and determination had an inspiring effect on his men.”
Originally from London, he settled in Fareham and married Annie Elizabeth Smith in 1916.
However, he died in action in France just a few months before the end of the war in 1918 at the age of 26. He has a war memorial in Louvencourt Military Cemetery.
His great-nephew, Major Andy Cockburn of the Royal Signals Reserves contacted Fareham Borough Council to ask if his great uncle’s name could be added to the town’s memorial.
Major Cockburn said: “Although he was from London he was based in Fareham for some years before landing in France early on in WW1.
“I had heard about William from my grandfather who I was close to. He was a family hero and an inspiring example for future generations.”


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Iceland opens inside The Range Southampton

A SUPERMARKET chain store has opened its doors inside The Range in Southampton .
Iceland , which opened at the Winchester Road store on Friday morning , is set to sell DIY , hardware , pet care and cleaning products .
But the city store is also selling the complete Iceland Foods offering , including fresh fruit and vegetables , dairy , meat and store cupboard staples .
The new Iceland at the Southampton branch brings the total number across The Range partnership to 63 across the UK .
Owner and Founder of The Range , Chris Dawson states : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ excited to see that we ’ ve heavily expanded our product offering with the opening of Iceland in our Southampton store .
`` We are pleased that this addition to the store now helps to provide customers with a new choice of shop for all their Everyday Essentials . ''
The Southampton store has a family café and outdoor garden centre , and have additional measures in place to make it safe for staff and customers .
These include social distancing markers to help people stay a safe distance apart , sanitising stations @ @ @ @ @ @ @ where possible .
The store will be open from Monday to Saturday from 9am to 8pm , and on Sunday , from 10.30am to 4.30pm .
Owned and run by entrepreneur and self-made billionaire , Chris Dawson , The Range started life as a market stall trading across the South West of England .

Iceland, which opened at the Winchester Road store on Friday morning, is set to sell DIY, hardware, pet care and cleaning products.
But the city store is also selling the complete Iceland Foods offering, including fresh fruit and vegetables, dairy, meat and store cupboard staples.
The new Iceland at the Southampton branch brings the total number across The Range partnership to 63 across the UK.
Owner and Founder of The Range, Chris Dawson states: “I think our customers will be excited to see that we’ve heavily expanded our product offering with the opening of Iceland in our Southampton store.
"We are pleased that this addition to the store now helps to provide customers with a new choice of shop for all their Everyday Essentials."
The Southampton store has a family café and outdoor garden centre, and have additional measures in place to make it safe for staff and customers.
These include social distancing markers to help people stay a safe distance apart, sanitising stations at the entrance and contactless card payment where possible.
The store will be open from Monday to Saturday from 9am to 8pm, and on Sunday, from 10.30am to 4.30pm.
Owned and run by entrepreneur and self-made billionaire, Chris Dawson, The Range started life as a market stall trading across the South West of England.


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Distinguished officer dedicated his life to Hampshire Constabulary

A DISTINGUISHED police officer who served Hampshire from the moment he joined as cadet in 1971 until his retirement from the force as Deputy Chief Constable in 2008 leaves a lasting legacy for local , national and international policing .
There are very few areas of Hampshire Constabulary that Ian Readhead did not shape in some way , and many more in national and international policing that have been influenced by his commitment to community safety and catching criminals .
Following his retirement from Hampshire Constabulary , Ian became the first chief executive officer of ACRO Criminal Records Office , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ responsible for the exchange of criminal conviction information between the UK and overseas law enforcement partners .
Born in Norley Wood , Lymington , Ian was a New Forest man through and through , coming from a commoning family .
He attended Badminston , Fawley and Hardley Schools , leaving in 1971 to become a police cadet at Bishop ’ s Waltham , commencing an outstanding career dedicated to the police service .
He met his wife Maggi at a camp for underprivileged children that they both helped run at Avon Tyrrell .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to have four children - Paul and Stuart , who are both serving police officers , Rachel and Lizzee .
Ian devoted his life to policing and to protecting the people of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight , the UK and communities around the world .
Throughout his service , rising through the ranks , Ian served at many stations across the constabulary including Hythe , Portsmouth Central , Fleet , Southampton Central , Fareham , Bitterne , Hulse Road , Andover , Lyndhurst and Police Headquarters , Winchester .
Ian took @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the top 200 in the country , before being posted to Southampton , a city he later described as his ‘ spiritual home ’ after working and studying there for much of his career .
At 24 , Ian was promoted to be the youngest police inspector in the county and one of the youngest in Britain .
He was posted to Fareham where he oversaw the move to the new police station .
He was one of the three highly-trained inspectors instructed in leading public order units in Hampshire .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ public disorder such as the miners ’ strike , nuclear convoy movements from Newbury and Molesworth , and occasions such as the Battle of the Beanfield in Wiltshire .
Ian became deputy chief constable in 2000 under Chief Constable Paul Kernaghan , and took on national responsibilities including leading for Freedom of Information and Data Protection .
He guided forces through the new legislation and established the National Referral Unit .
Ian presented evidence to the inquiry in the Soham murders , represented the police service in Romania , gave briefings through the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mobile Information Programme Board , tasked by government with £50million of funding to enhance the use of mobile computer devices for frontline officers .
His distinguished police career was recognised by his award of the Queen ’ s Police Medal in 2006 .
In 2015 Ian was awarded the OBE in recognition of his services to policing and public protection .
Ian , a wonderful husband , dad and grandad , died peacefully at home aged 65 , surrounded by his family , following a long battle with cancer .
Force flags were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wight in a mark of respect .

There are very few areas of Hampshire Constabulary that Ian Readhead did not shape in some way, and many more in national and international policing that have been influenced by his commitment to community safety and catching criminals.
Following his retirement from Hampshire Constabulary, Ian became the first chief executive officer of ACRO Criminal Records Office, a national police unit based in Fareham responsible for the exchange of criminal conviction information between the UK and overseas law enforcement partners.
Born in Norley Wood, Lymington, Ian was a New Forest man through and through, coming from a commoning family. He attended Badminston, Fawley and Hardley Schools, leaving in 1971 to become a police cadet at Bishop’s Waltham, commencing an outstanding career dedicated to the police service.
He met his wife Maggi at a camp for underprivileged children that they both helped run at Avon Tyrrell. They married in 1978 and went on to have four children - Paul and Stuart, who are both serving police officers, Rachel and Lizzee.
Ian devoted his life to policing and to protecting the people of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, the UK and communities around the world. Throughout his service, rising through the ranks, Ian served at many stations across the constabulary including Hythe, Portsmouth Central, Fleet, Southampton Central, Fareham, Bitterne, Hulse Road, Andover, Lyndhurst and Police Headquarters, Winchester.
Ian took his sergeant’s exam, coming in the top 200 in the country, before being posted to Southampton, a city he later described as his ‘spiritual home’ after working and studying there for much of his career.
At 24, Ian was promoted to be the youngest police inspector in the county and one of the youngest in Britain. He was posted to Fareham where he oversaw the move to the new police station. He was one of the three highly-trained inspectors instructed in leading public order units in Hampshire. He regularly commanded officers during periods of significant public disorder such as the miners’ strike, nuclear convoy movements from Newbury and Molesworth, and occasions such as the Battle of the Beanfield in Wiltshire.
Ian became deputy chief constable in 2000 under Chief Constable Paul Kernaghan, and took on national responsibilities including leading for Freedom of Information and Data Protection. He guided forces through the new legislation and established the National Referral Unit.
Ian presented evidence to the inquiry in the Soham murders, represented the police service in Romania, gave briefings through the United Nations in Barcelona and led the Mobile Information Programme Board, tasked by government with £50million of funding to enhance the use of mobile computer devices for frontline officers.
His distinguished police career was recognised by his award of the Queen’s Police Medal in 2006. In 2015 Ian was awarded the OBE in recognition of his services to policing and public protection.
Ian, a wonderful husband, dad and grandad, died peacefully at home aged 65, surrounded by his family, following a long battle with cancer.
Force flags were lowered throughout Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in a mark of respect.


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Self-employed grant: Applications open for second round - how to apply

Applications have opened for the second ( and final ) round of grants for the self-employed to help them through the coronavirus pandemic .
The grant will cover the three months to the middle of October , and is the final time the Government has said it will support the self-employed with a cheque .
They can claim 70 per cent of their usual income under the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme ( SEISS ) , up to a maximum of £6,570 for the three months .
So far around £7.8 billion has been paid out to support approximately 2.7 million @ @ @ @ @ @ @ authorities for help .
But Labour warned that the workers will face a “ cliff edge ” when the payments run out this autumn .
Taxi drivers , plumbers and electricians are among those who will not see demand bounce back unless the economy picks up rapidly , the party said .
What have politicians said ?
Shadow chancellor Anneliese Dodds said : “ The Chancellor now plans to cut off support for every self-employed worker in the country from October – no matter whether they ’ re back at work or back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his one-size-fits-all wind down of the furlough scheme , he ’ s pulling the plug at the worst possible time .
“ Without flexible , targeted support beyond the autumn , hundreds of thousands more self-employed workers will lose out and Johnson ’ s jobs crisis will get much worse.
” Last week the Office for National Statistics found that there were around 238,000 fewer self-employed people in the most recent quarter .
The Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed said that the Government will need to consider a second extension if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The association ’ s chief executive Derek Cribb said : “ It is now clear from the sharp drop in the number of self-employed in the UK that this vital part of the workforce has had nowhere near enough support compared to employees .
“ Two-and-a-half million people claimed for SEISS between May and June – just half of the total five million self-employed in the UK .
`` Now , as the number of self-employed has fallen sharply for the second quarter in a row , we are seeing the consequences @ @ @ @ @ @ @ second wave looming , government must be ready to not only reopen SEISS , but also extend it to the desperately struggling forgotten self-employed .
`` Historically , self-employed people have been essential for kickstarting the economy in recessions , but they can not do this if they are driven out of business before they can play their part.
” Visit the Gov.uk website to make an application : www.gov.uk/guidance/claim-a-grant-through-the-self-employment-income-support-scheme .

The grant will cover the three months to the middle of October, and is the final time the Government has said it will support the self-employed with a cheque.
They can claim 70 per cent of their usual income under the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS), up to a maximum of £6,570 for the three months.
So far around £7.8 billion has been paid out to support approximately 2.7 million self-employed people who sent claims to the authorities for help.
But Labour warned that the workers will face a “cliff edge” when the payments run out this autumn.
Taxi drivers, plumbers and electricians are among those who will not see demand bounce back unless the economy picks up rapidly, the party said.
What have politicians said?
Shadow chancellor Anneliese Dodds said: “The Chancellor now plans to cut off support for every self-employed worker in the country from October – no matter whether they’re back at work or back under local lockdown.
"Just like his one-size-fits-all wind down of the furlough scheme, he’s pulling the plug at the worst possible time.
“Without flexible, targeted support beyond the autumn, hundreds of thousands more self-employed workers will lose out and Johnson’s jobs crisis will get much worse.”
Last week the Office for National Statistics found that there were around 238,000 fewer self-employed people in the most recent quarter.
The Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed said that the Government will need to consider a second extension if there is a second wave of Covid-19.
The association’s chief executive Derek Cribb said: “It is now clear from the sharp drop in the number of self-employed in the UK that this vital part of the workforce has had nowhere near enough support compared to employees.
“Two-and-a-half million people claimed for SEISS between May and June – just half of the total five million self-employed in the UK.
"Now, as the number of self-employed has fallen sharply for the second quarter in a row, we are seeing the consequences.
“With the risk of a second wave looming, government must be ready to not only reopen SEISS, but also extend it to the desperately struggling forgotten self-employed.
"Historically, self-employed people have been essential for kickstarting the economy in recessions, but they cannot do this if they are driven out of business before they can play their part.”
How to apply
Visit the Gov.uk website to make an application: www.gov.uk/guidance/claim-a-grant-through-the-self-employment-income-support-scheme.


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Turkey Twizzlers are back - here's where you can buy them

School dinner staple Turkey Twizzlers are making a comeback - 15 years after they were banned following concerns they encouraged obesity in children .
The notorious lunch time snacks were barred from school dinners after being targeted by celebrity chef Jamie Oliver in his TV show Jamie 's School Dinners , which revealed their high fat and sugar content .
But manufacturer Bernard Matthews has now reworked the formula to reflect a more health conscious era .
Bernard Matthews says the new Turkey Twizzlers recipe is healthier , but intended to be just as tasty as it was in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shape remains , with the original Twizzler machines having been recommissioned to recreate the same spiralling design .
They are also now available in two flavours - Original Tangy Tomato , and Chilli Cheese .
`` Turkey Twizzlers have listened to the public and completely transformed themselves into a much-improved product , '' said nutritionist Dr Sarah Schenker .
The revamped Twizzlers now have a nutritional profile consumers can be `` confident in '' , and are `` high in good quality protein and lower in fat , saturates , salt and sugar @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fans pair the returning Twizzlers with `` plenty of veg such as a corn on the cob and broccoli '' to `` create a balanced meal.
” Where can I buy them - and when ?
The revamped Turkey Twizzlers will be available across all major supermarkets , starting with Iceland from Thursday , August 20 .
They 'll be found in the frozen aisle , and come with a recommended retail price of £3 for a pack of eight .
Why were Turkey Twizzlers banned in 2005 ?
The original version of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 40 ingredients including pork fat , rusk and coating with only a third ( 34 per cent ) being made up of turkey meat .
Although turkey meat is generally low in saturated fat content and calories in comparison to other meats , even Bernard Matthews admitted their Turkey Twizzlers `` nutritional value was n't fantastic.
” In 2018 , one Turkey Twizzler loving mum 's petition to reintroduce the fast food snack to schools gained more than 27,000 signatures in support .
Rogers said : `` I used to live off Turkey @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mum stocked up .
`` But to think my kids will never experience the taste of them makes me want to get this petition as far as possible .
So come on you Twizzlers lovers , get signing . ''
What have food experts said ?
Food experts have expressed doubt at the nutritional value of the relaunched product .
Barbara Crowther of the Children ’ s Food Campaign said : `` The fact it ’ s taken Bernard Matthews 15 years to reformulate the Turkey Twizzler shows what a truly terrible product @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the turkey content still only takes it to 67-70 per cent meat content , and while it ’ s a healthier version of its former self , it remains an ultra-processed product .
`` We recommend sticking to fresh , whole , free-range and/or organic turkey , low-fat , high in protein and with no added sugars at all .
”

The notorious lunch time snacks were barred from school dinners after being targeted by celebrity chef Jamie Oliver in his TV show Jamie's School Dinners, which revealed their high fat and sugar content.
But manufacturer Bernard Matthews has now reworked the formula to reflect a more health conscious era.
What's changed?
Bernard Matthews says the new Turkey Twizzlers recipe is healthier, but intended to be just as tasty as it was in the noughties.
The product's distinctive corkscrew shape remains, with the original Twizzler machines having been recommissioned to recreate the same spiralling design.
They are also now available in two flavours - Original Tangy Tomato, and Chilli Cheese.
"Turkey Twizzlers have listened to the public and completely transformed themselves into a much-improved product," said nutritionist Dr Sarah Schenker.
The revamped Twizzlers now have a nutritional profile consumers can be "confident in", and are "high in good quality protein and lower in fat, saturates, salt and sugar."
Bernard Matthews are still recommending fans pair the returning Twizzlers with "plenty of veg such as a corn on the cob and broccoli" to "create a balanced meal.”
Where can I buy them - and when?
The revamped Turkey Twizzlers will be available across all major supermarkets, starting with Iceland from Thursday, August 20.
They'll be found in the frozen aisle, and come with a recommended retail price of £3 for a pack of eight.
Why were Turkey Twizzlers banned in 2005?
The original version of the food product was made up of 40 ingredients including pork fat, rusk and coating with only a third (34 per cent) being made up of turkey meat.
Although turkey meat is generally low in saturated fat content and calories in comparison to other meats, even Bernard Matthews admitted their Turkey Twizzlers "nutritional value wasn't fantastic.”
In 2018, one Turkey Twizzler loving mum's petition to reintroduce the fast food snack to schools gained more than 27,000 signatures in support.
Rogers said: "I used to live off Turkey Twizzlers; used to make sure my mum stocked up.
"But to think my kids will never experience the taste of them makes me want to get this petition as far as possible. So come on you Twizzlers lovers, get signing."
What have food experts said?
Food experts have expressed doubt at the nutritional value of the relaunched product.
Barbara Crowther of the Children’s Food Campaign said: "The fact it’s taken Bernard Matthews 15 years to reformulate the Turkey Twizzler shows what a truly terrible product it used to be.
"Doubling the turkey content still only takes it to 67-70 per cent meat content, and while it’s a healthier version of its former self, it remains an ultra-processed product.
"We recommend sticking to fresh, whole, free-range and/or organic turkey, low-fat, high in protein and with no added sugars at all.”


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--"I never dreamed they would give it back to us": church is gifted to minister

A church in Quob Lane has been gifted back to a local minister .
Ben Davies was shocked , when his family re-acquired the church in West End , more than 40 years after his grandmother donated the land to Southampton Community Church .
It was used as a church and school until the owners of the land decided they no longer had need for it , and donated all of it , worth about 2/3 of a million pounds , back to the Davies family who also own Bradbeers ( Formerly Smith Bradbeers ) .
Ben , who runs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` It was a bit of a shock for me as I knew of the building and who owned it , but I never dreamed they would give it back to us .
`` I remember when I was a boy , we used to play football and cricket on the lawn , and one day I pushed myself through the hedge and looked at the land . ''
Ben is a trained minister and has worked in ministry for 35 years , having also spent five years at theological college and so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decided , with his wife Nicky that they would start their own church which he named The Anchor Community Church .
He said : `` For us to acquire a building when I have all this training is incredible .
`` They could have sold it for a lot of money , but I think the main thing was that they wanted to honour my grandmother .
`` The building was quite dilapidated , and we have spent some money on it , but they gave it to us for free and we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' The renovations included work on the roof and ceilings , so that other organisations could also use the upstairs and adding in a kitchen , named after Ben 's grandmother .
A studio has also been added so that sermons can be filmed and put on Youtube in order to not just attract a local following , but a global audience .
`` I see this place becoming a bible teaching centre and the building is here for the benefit of the community . ''

Ben Davies was shocked, when his family re-acquired the church in West End, more than 40 years after his grandmother donated the land to Southampton Community Church.
It was used as a church and school until the owners of the land decided they no longer had need for it, and donated all of it, worth about 2/3 of a million pounds, back to the Davies family who also own Bradbeers (Formerly Smith Bradbeers).
Ben, who runs the removal arm of Bradbeers said: "It was a bit of a shock for me as I knew of the building and who owned it, but I never dreamed they would give it back to us.
"I remember when I was a boy, we used to play football and cricket on the lawn, and one day I pushed myself through the hedge and looked at the land."
Ben is a trained minister and has worked in ministry for 35 years, having also spent five years at theological college and so when he re-acquired the land, he decided, with his wife Nicky that they would start their own church which he named The Anchor Community Church.
He said: "For us to acquire a building when I have all this training is incredible.
"They could have sold it for a lot of money, but I think the main thing was that they wanted to honour my grandmother.
"The building was quite dilapidated, and we have spent some money on it, but they gave it to us for free and we are making full use of it."
The renovations included work on the roof and ceilings, so that other organisations could also use the upstairs and adding in a kitchen, named after Ben's grandmother.
A studio has also been added so that sermons can be filmed and put on Youtube in order to not just attract a local following, but a global audience.
Ben added: "I love it.
"I see this place becoming a bible teaching centre and the building is here for the benefit of the community."


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--400 solar panels at new Winchester Sport & Leisure Park

THE new sport and leisure park in Winchester is set to become one of the greenest buildings in the south of England after reaching its latest major construction milestone .
Willmott Dixon has finished installing more than 400 solar panels on the roof of the fitness suite and sports hall , which will generate enough energy to power the lights in the main swimming pool hall for 21.5 hours a day .
The new centre at Bar End also boasts a specialist infrastructure to reduce carbon emissions and improve water efficiency through the use of thermally-efficient solar control glazing , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Combined heat and power for heating the pools ’ water and electrical generation will also contribute to the project achieving an ‘ excellent ’ BREEAM rating , a key marker in certifying the building ’ s sustainability credentials .
The state-of-the-art facility will be equipped with the latest features including a 50m six-lane pool , a separate training pool ( also with a movable floor ) , an eight-court sports hall , four squash courts , 200 gym stations , two large studios and ‘ Top Rock ’ indoor fun climbing .
A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pinder Trust , will also be available for patients with long term health conditions and for the public to receive physiotherapy , support with sports injuries and pain relief or for general relaxation .
Cllr Malcolm Prince , city council cabinet member for sport , leisure and communities , said : “ Having stood atop of the leisure centre recently to inspect the panels , I can proudly say the new Winchester Sport & Leisure Park will be one of the most innovative and environmentally friendly buildings across the south .
“ Installation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the council is continuing its commitment to reduce our impact on the environment .
Climate change affects all of us , and now , just over a year since we declared a climate emergency , this building plays an important role in our ability to provide sufficient energy for the leisure facility and help reduce the district ’ s Co2 emissions.
” Richard Poulter , managing director at Willmott Dixon , said : “ We are proud to achieve this significant green milestone .
Despite Covid-19 we have kept the site open by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's workforce could continue safely .
”

Willmott Dixon has finished installing more than 400 solar panels on the roof of the fitness suite and sports hall, which will generate enough energy to power the lights in the main swimming pool hall for 21.5 hours a day.
The new centre at Bar End also boasts a specialist infrastructure to reduce carbon emissions and improve water efficiency through the use of thermally-efficient solar control glazing, extensive rainwater drainage and biodiversity enhancements. Combined heat and power for heating the pools’ water and electrical generation will also contribute to the project achieving an ‘excellent’ BREEAM rating, a key marker in certifying the building’s sustainability credentials.
The state-of-the-art facility will be equipped with the latest features including a 50m six-lane pool, a separate training pool (also with a movable floor), an eight-court sports hall, four squash courts, 200 gym stations, two large studios and ‘Top Rock’ indoor fun climbing. A hydrotherapy suite, in partnership with The Pinder Trust, will also be available for patients with long term health conditions and for the public to receive physiotherapy, support with sports injuries and pain relief or for general relaxation.
Cllr Malcolm Prince, city council cabinet member for sport, leisure and communities, said: “Having stood atop of the leisure centre recently to inspect the panels, I can proudly say the new Winchester Sport & Leisure Park will be one of the most innovative and environmentally friendly buildings across the south.
“Installation of the panels is just one way the council is continuing its commitment to reduce our impact on the environment. Climate change affects all of us, and now, just over a year since we declared a climate emergency, this building plays an important role in our ability to provide sufficient energy for the leisure facility and help reduce the district’s Co2 emissions.”
Richard Poulter, managing director at Willmott Dixon, said: “We are proud to achieve this significant green milestone. Despite Covid-19 we have kept the site open by making substantial changes to how the project's workforce could continue safely.”


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Coronavirus: Concerns over mental health

ONLY one in 30 adults in contact with mental health services in Southampton in March were known to be in work , figures reveal .
The Mental Health Foundation charity says it fears the effect rising unemployment in the coronavirus crisis could have on the nation ’ s mental health – particularly the impact of the end of the furlough scheme in October .
The latest NHS figures show just 105 ( 3 % ) of the 3,090 adults in contact with mental health services in the NHS Southampton Clinical Commissioning Group area at the end of March were known @ @ @ @ @ @ @ details for 2,635 patients were unknown , while the remainder were either unemployed or were economically inactive , a category which includes students , retirees and the long-term sick or disabled .
Across England , just 7 % of the 660,041 patients in contact with services were known to be in work .
Lucy Thorpe , head of policy at the Mental Health Foundation , said she was very concerned about the growing number of people losing their jobs in the pandemic .
She said : “ There ’ s strong evidence that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of mental ill health , including depression and anxiety , as well as physical health problems .
“ The longer people are out of work , the greater this risk is.
” The NHS ’ s five-year plan for mental health , published in 2016 , said stable employment is a key factor in maintaining good mental health , with mental health problems disproportionately affecting the unemployed .
The plan states : “ Employment and health form a virtuous circle : suitable work can be good for your health , and good health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be employed.
” Research by the Mental Health Foundation found unemployed people were more likely to report experiencing mental distress during the pandemic than the general population – 21 % said they had had suicidal feelings in the past two weeks compared to 10 % for the public as a whole .
The charity has called on the Department for Work and Pensions to provide free , targeted psychological support to unemployed people .
The DWP said it had provided £5 million of additional funding for mental health charities and was doubling the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from 13,500 to A spokesman added : “ Our work coaches , case managers and team leaders receive mental health training and deliver support tailored to the needs of the individual while working closely with local organisations to provide specialist support where it is needed .
”

The Mental Health Foundation charity says it fears the effect rising unemployment in the coronavirus crisis could have on the nation’s mental health – particularly the impact of the end of the furlough scheme in October.
The latest NHS figures show just 105 (3%) of the 3,090 adults in contact with mental health services in the NHS Southampton Clinical Commissioning Group area at the end of March were known to be in paid employment.
Employment details for 2,635 patients were unknown, while the remainder were either unemployed or were economically inactive, a category which includes students, retirees and the long-term sick or disabled.
Across England, just 7% of the 660,041 patients in contact with services were known to be in work.
Lucy Thorpe, head of policy at the Mental Health Foundation, said she was very concerned about the growing number of people losing their jobs in the pandemic.
She said: “There’s strong evidence that unemployment puts us at much higher risk of mental ill health, including depression and anxiety, as well as physical health problems.
“The longer people are out of work, the greater this risk is.”
The NHS’s five-year plan for mental health, published in 2016, said stable employment is a key factor in maintaining good mental health, with mental health problems disproportionately affecting the unemployed.
The plan states: “Employment and health form a virtuous circle: suitable work can be good for your health, and good health means that you are more likely to be employed.”
Research by the Mental Health Foundation found unemployed people were more likely to report experiencing mental distress during the pandemic than the general population – 21% said they had had suicidal feelings in the past two weeks compared to 10% for the public as a whole.
The charity has called on the Department for Work and Pensions to provide free, targeted psychological support to unemployed people.
The DWP said it had provided £5 million of additional funding for mental health charities and was doubling the number of work coaches in its jobcentres from 13,500 to
27,000.
A spokesman added: “Our work coaches, case managers and team leaders receive mental health training and deliver support tailored to the needs of the individual while working closely with local organisations to provide specialist support where it is needed.”


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Cats for rehoming in Southampton

Cats for rehoming in Southampton

CAN you give these cats a home ?
These cats are currently residents at the Blue Cross rehoming shelter in West End , near Southampton .
Petal is a beautiful 11-year-old tortoiseshell , she is such a gentle cat with so much love to give , she really loves having the company of her human friends .
She isn ’ t so much of a lap cat but will give you a little pat if you ’ ve gone too long without stroking her or paying her attention .
She is an easy cat with simple needs ; lots of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and a bowl of tasty food .
She would like to have outside access so she can have a potter around , especially when the weather is nice so she can soak up the sun .
Petal may be able to live with older school aged children , she would prefer to be the only cat in the home so she can have all the attention .
Thomas is a very handsome 11-year-old black domestic short haired cat .
He is a sensitive soul looking for a quiet home with owners who will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He is a friendly chap and loves being around people , he is very chatty , especially when he knows it ’ s dinner time .
He loves to wake you up in the morning with a gentle rub of his head , this is mostly to tell you it ’ s breakfast time .
He is looking for a home that isn ’ t too busy with lots of comings and goings .
Thomas would like to have outside access so when he has settled in he can explore the great outdoors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ companion for someone .

These cats are currently residents at the Blue Cross rehoming shelter in West End, near Southampton.
Petal is a beautiful 11-year-old tortoiseshell, she is such a gentle cat with so much love to give, she really loves having the company of her human friends. She isn’t so much of a lap cat but will give you a little pat if you’ve gone too long without stroking her or paying her attention.
She is an easy cat with simple needs; lots of loving attention, a comfy bed, and a bowl of tasty food. She would like to have outside access so she can have a potter around, especially when the weather is nice so she can soak up the sun.
Petal may be able to live with older school aged children, she would prefer to be the only cat in the home so she can have all the attention.
Thomas is a very handsome 11-year-old black domestic short haired cat. He is a sensitive soul looking for a quiet home with owners who will allow him time to settle in. He is a friendly chap and loves being around people, he is very chatty, especially when he knows it’s dinner time. He loves to wake you up in the morning with a gentle rub of his head, this is mostly to tell you it’s breakfast time.
He is looking for a home that isn’t too busy with lots of comings and goings. Thomas would like to have outside access so when he has settled in he can explore the great outdoors. He really would make a loving companion for someone.


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Hampshire Community Bank plans moving forward

A NEW local bank for Hampshire has taken an important step forward .
Hampshire Community Bank has completed a crucial exercise with regulators and welcomed a new executive management board member .
Bernd Grund joined the board as a director , having arrived from Germany to settle in Winchester .
Mr Grund has successfully managed and developed a number of SME lending focused cooperative banks as executive director for well over a decade .
He will focus on taking care of SME customers and their financing needs .
Prof Richard Werner , chairman of the board , said : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ occurs at a time of significant progress with the establishment and mobilisation of the Community Bank . ''
In June 2020 , the four-year authorisation process reached its culmination with the so-called Challenge Session stage with officials from the Prudential Regulatory Authority and the Financial Conduct Authority .
The regulators have been examining the bank 's business plans and are satisfied everything is in order .
The banking team can proceed to submit its formal application for full authorisation .
It is preparing to move into new headquarters on Eastgate Street .
Andreas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the bank during its formative stage since November 2018 , was also appointed chief executive and managing director in May .
Meanwhile , the existing corporate customers of the bank , namely SMEs from Hampshire , are being supported in the Covid 19 lockdown to be able to continue their businesses .
Even before the government announced its measures to grant payment holidays for borrowers , the Hampshire Community Bank had contacted its borrowers and offered such payment holidays .
Mr Grund , director of corporate business , said : “ The Hampshire @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and focus on the financing and recovery of local companies and job creation in Hampshire . ''
A programme to significantly step up local lending has been presented to stakeholders and the Community Bank expects to increase staff and lending capacity in the coming months .
The next important steps concern the authorisation process and local lending .
Concerning authorisation , the team continues to engage closely with the regulators and after receipt of Authorisation with Restrictions will proceed to the Mobilisation Phase .
The current effects of lockdown and the consequent economic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of timely , direct , and personally focused bank support for SMEs , as the Community Bank is designed to deliver .
“ We are proceeding well with the implementation of the IT systems , the training of staff and also preparing for the move of our headquarters to the new Community Bank building – Eastgate House , in 80 Eastgate Street ” , said Mr Neukirch .

Hampshire Community Bank has completed a crucial exercise with regulators and welcomed a new executive management board member.
Bernd Grund joined the board as a director, having arrived from Germany to settle in Winchester. Mr Grund has successfully managed and developed a number of SME lending focused cooperative banks as executive director for well over a decade. He will focus on taking care of SME customers and their financing needs.
Prof Richard Werner, chairman of the board, said: “This visible strengthening of the executive team occurs at a time of significant progress with the establishment and mobilisation of the Community Bank."
In June 2020, the four-year authorisation process reached its culmination with the so-called Challenge Session stage with officials from the Prudential Regulatory Authority and the Financial Conduct Authority.
The regulators have been examining the bank's business plans and are satisfied everything is in order.
The banking team can proceed to submit its formal application for full authorisation. It is preparing to move into new headquarters on Eastgate Street.
Andreas Neukirch, who has been actively developing the bank during its formative stage since November 2018, was also appointed chief executive and managing director in May.
Meanwhile, the existing corporate customers of the bank, namely SMEs from Hampshire, are being supported in the Covid 19 lockdown to be able to continue their businesses. Even before the government announced its measures to grant payment holidays for borrowers, the Hampshire Community Bank had contacted its borrowers and offered such payment holidays.
Mr Grund, director of corporate business, said: “The Hampshire Community Bank will support the local economy and focus on the financing and recovery of local companies and job creation in Hampshire."
A programme to significantly step up local lending has been presented to stakeholders and the Community Bank expects to increase staff and lending capacity in the coming months.
The next important steps concern the authorisation process and local lending. Concerning authorisation, the team continues to engage closely with the regulators and after receipt of Authorisation with Restrictions will proceed to the Mobilisation Phase.
The current effects of lockdown and the consequent economic recession reinforce the relevance and vital importance of timely, direct, and personally focused bank support for SMEs, as the Community Bank is designed to deliver.
“We are proceeding well with the implementation of the IT systems, the training of staff and also preparing for the move of our headquarters to the new Community Bank building – Eastgate House, in 80 Eastgate Street”, said Mr Neukirch.


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--Southampton is third most depressed city in UK

SOUTHAMPTON is the third most depressed city in the UK , research reveals .
A survey commissioned by Lenstore showed @ @ @ @ @ impact of Covid-19 on workplace health and safety .
When exploring the impact on mental @ @ @ @ @ Southampton respondents said their careers cause them the most depression .
However Plymouth and Manchester @ @ @ @ @ depressed people living there , at 50 per cent saying the feel depressed due to @ @ @ @ @ of 23 percent of the UK believe creating a culture where employees can be open @ @ @ @ @ way to improve health and safety at work .
While one in ten people in @ @ @ @ @ time off work due to an illness caused by their job , and 15 percent @ @ @ @ @ be taken to the extreme because of Covid-19 .

A survey commissioned by Lenstore showed the physical and mental health impact of Covid-19 on workplace health and safety.
When exploring the impact on mental health, 33 percent of Southampton respondents said their careers cause them the most depression.
However Plymouth and Manchester had a higher amount of depressed people living there, at 50 per cent saying the feel depressed due to their career.
A total of 23 percent of the UK believe creating a culture where employees can be open and honest is the best way to improve health and safety at work.
While one in ten people in the UK admit to taking time off work due to an illness caused by their job, and 15 percent believe health and safety will be taken to the extreme because of Covid-19.


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--National Dog Day: Is your pooch the cutest in the UK?

CELEBRATE your furry friend and nominate them as the UK 's cutest pooch as part of National Dog Day .
Throughout the coronavirus crisis , Dogs Trust has reported an “ overwhelming ” number of requests to adopt canines to keep the nation company during lockdown , with 25 per cent more dogs rehomed in comparison to this time last year .
With the nation spending more time with their precious pets , this invaluable time has given everyone the opportunity to appreciate how lucky we are to have our furry friends in our lives .
So , whether it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s also become your working from home buddy , or the shadow you ’ ve always had keeping your spirits up , Safestyle UK is celebrating National Dog Day on August 26 with a nationwide # DoginWindow photo competition for all dog owners to share their best snaps of their furry friends .
Have you got a snap of your pooch poking its head out of the window to greet the postman ?
Or eagerly waiting for your return after a whole five minutes putting the bins out ?
All entries are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Safestyle will be giving away a £500 Love2shop voucher to one lucky winner ( and their pooch ) .
To be in with a chance of winning , head to the Safestyle competition page , enter your details and submit a photograph of your beloved furry friend in your window , along with a short caption describing what your dog is up to in the shot .
The deadline for entries is August 31 , 2020 , with the winner announced within 14 days of the closing date .

Throughout the coronavirus crisis, Dogs Trust has reported an “overwhelming” number of requests to adopt canines to keep the nation company during lockdown, with 25 per cent more dogs rehomed in comparison to this time last year.
With the nation spending more time with their precious pets, this invaluable time has given everyone the opportunity to appreciate how lucky we are to have our furry friends in our lives.
So, whether it’s a new family member who’s also become your working from home buddy, or the shadow you’ve always had keeping your spirits up, Safestyle UK is celebrating National Dog Day on August 26 with a nationwide #DoginWindow photo competition for all dog owners to share their best snaps of their furry friends.
Have you got a snap of your pooch poking its head out of the window to greet the postman? Or eagerly waiting for your return after a whole five minutes putting the bins out? All entries are welcome.
As part of the competition, Safestyle will be giving away a £500 Love2shop voucher to one lucky winner (and their pooch).
To be in with a chance of winning, head to the Safestyle competition page, enter your details and submit a photograph of your beloved furry friend in your window, along with a short caption describing what your dog is up to in the shot.
The deadline for entries is August 31, 2020, with the winner announced within 14 days of the closing date.


thedailyecho--2020-08-17--New homes proposed for Netley Abbey

New homes proposed for Netley Abbey

NINE new homes could be built in a Hampshire village .
Plans have been revealed for nine properties in Netley @ @ @ @ @ Road could be knocked down to make way for seven three-bedroom homes and two four-bedroom @ @ @ @ @ is used as a paddock and lies outside the Netley Abbey Conservation Area .
Rivendale @ @ @ @ @ Eastleigh Borough Council and a decision will be made by a planning officer .

Plans have been revealed for nine properties in Netley Abbey.
Stables off Grange Road could be knocked down to make way for seven three-bedroom homes and two four-bedroom homes.
The existing site is used as a paddock and lies outside the Netley Abbey Conservation Area.
Rivendale Homes made the application to Eastleigh Borough Council and a decision will be made by a planning officer.
The consultation period ends on September 2.