thedailyecho--2020-05-30--Coronavirus: One more patient dies in 24 hours in Hampshire

ONE more hospital patient has died in Hampshire after testing positive for coronavirus .
Figures released by the NHS revealed @ @ @ @ @ now 586 .
At University Hospital Southampton , a total of 185 have died after @ @ @ @ @ , with no increase since yesterday .
At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust , no @ @ @ @ @ a total of 155 deaths .
Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust has recorded 17 patient @ @ @ @ @ no new recorded deaths .
Solent NHS Trust still has two recorded patient deaths .
@ @ @ @ @ Trust , a total of 227 people have died after testing positive with coronavirus , @ @ @ @ @ in the last 24 hours .

Figures released by the NHS revealed that the death toll is now 586.
The figures cover University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS), Solent NHS Trust, Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
At University Hospital Southampton, a total of 185 have died after falling ill with the virus, with no increase since yesterday.
At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, no further patients have died with a total of 155 deaths.
Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust has recorded 17 patient deaths, again, with no new recorded deaths. Solent NHS Trust still has two recorded patient deaths.
At Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, a total of 227 people have died after testing positive with coronavirus, which has risen by one in the last 24 hours.


thedailyecho--2020-05-30--Winchester Road near Upham reopens following serious crash

A ROAD has been reopened after a car crashed into a tree .
A man was pulled from his vehicle @ @ @ @ @ on Winchester Road .
Police closed the B2177 between Stroudwood Lane and Mortimers Lane following @ @ @ @ @ today .
Officers remained on the scene carrying out investigations for most of the morning @ @ @ @ @ and Bishop 's Waltham Fire Stations were also called to cut the man from his @ @ @ @ @ to avoid the area and take alternative routes .
However , police have now confirmed @ @ @ @ @ A police spokesperson previously said : `` We are currently dealing with a single-vehicle collision @ @ @ @ @ , resulting in a closure at the junctions with Mortimers Lane and Stroudwood Lane .
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A man was pulled from his vehicle after crashing into a tree on Winchester Road.
Police closed the B2177 between Stroudwood Lane and Mortimers Lane following the incident at around 6am today.
Officers remained on the scene carrying out investigations for most of the morning.
Fire crews from Eastleigh and Bishop's Waltham Fire Stations were also called to cut the man from his car.
Motorists were urged to avoid the area and take alternative routes.
However, police have now confirmed Winchester Road is open.
A police spokesperson previously said: "We are currently dealing with a single-vehicle collision on the B2177 Winchester Road, resulting in a closure at the junctions with Mortimers Lane and Stroudwood Lane."


thedailyecho--2020-05-31--Cat who went missing from Bluebell Road, Southampton, found

A COUPLE have been reunited with their cat after the Daily Echo published a hunt to find two teenage girls who they believed had taken their pet .
Nine-year-old cat Freddie had been roaming Bluebell Road , Southampton , when a 13 and 14-year-old were seen on CCTV taking the cat .
Search for two cat 'kidnappers ' launched by couple who have n't seen family pet for days But after realising their cat was not sitting in his usual spot at their home in Swathling , owners Lorna and Simon Fielker took to social media .
They launched a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be a `` kidnapping '' on May 7 - joined and supported by hundreds across the world .
But almost two weeks later , community cat Freddie was found at Dunkirk Road , Southampton , by a woman who had seen the story in the Daily Echo and managed to get Simon 's number , who then came to collect him .
Simon said : `` Thank you [ to the Daily Echo ] for raising his profile so much .
We might not have got him back without .
`` Freddie has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ doing a lot of sleeping .
We 'll never know the full extent of what he went through in the 12 and a half days he was missing but he has lost weight and seems exhausted . ''
Freddie was found two miles away from his home , after Simon and his wife Lorna figured out where the girls lived , knocked on the door and were told they no longer had him .
The two teenage girls who Simon believed `` abducted '' his cat have since admitted to police that they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was alone and scared '' , but had then let him go .
He added : `` We are a bit emotional , to be honest .
We are over the moon to have him home .
I 'm a little anxious about letting him out and we 're keeping him in for at least 24 hours .
“ We owe a massive thanks to Rachael from Dunkirk Road , who found him .
“ Freddie either walked the two miles there on his own - unlikely , as he would have had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the way across the sports centre - or more likely was dumped over there when the thieves realised how close we were to knocking on their door .
“ The biggest thanks of all must go to you .
People have good hearts .
Thank you.
” A spokeswoman for Hampshire Police said : `` Indeed an address was visited and a 14-year-old girl , and a 13-year-old girl , were spoken to by police .
`` They admitted having picked up the cat thinking it was alone and scared , but since @ @ @ @ @ @ @ advice , however not dealt with criminally . ''

Nine-year-old cat Freddie had been roaming Bluebell Road, Southampton, when a 13 and 14-year-old were seen on CCTV taking the cat.
Search for two cat 'kidnappers' launched by couple who haven't seen family pet for days
But after realising their cat was not sitting in his usual spot at their home in Swathling, owners Lorna and Simon Fielker took to social media.
Simon with Freddie
They launched a public search after what was believed to be a "kidnapping" on May 7 - joined and supported by hundreds across the world.
But almost two weeks later, community cat Freddie was found at Dunkirk Road, Southampton, by a woman who had seen the story in the Daily Echo and managed to get Simon's number, who then came to collect him.
Simon said: "Thank you [to the Daily Echo] for raising his profile so much. We might not have got him back without.
"Freddie has been home for 24 hours and is doing a lot of sleeping. We'll never know the full extent of what he went through in the 12 and a half days he was missing but he has lost weight and seems exhausted."
Freddie was found two miles away from his home, after Simon and his wife Lorna figured out where the girls lived, knocked on the door and were told they no longer had him.
The two teenage girls who Simon believed "abducted" his cat have since admitted to police that they picked up the cat "thinking it was alone and scared", but had then let him go.
He added: "We are a bit emotional, to be honest. We are over the moon to have him home. I'm a little anxious about letting him out and we're keeping him in for at least 24 hours.
Freddie the cat
“We owe a massive thanks to Rachael from Dunkirk Road, who found him.
“Freddie either walked the two miles there on his own - unlikely, as he would have had to cross The Avenue and walk all the way across the sports centre - or more likely was dumped over there when the thieves realised how close we were to knocking on their door.
“The biggest thanks of all must go to you. People have good hearts. Thank you.”
A spokeswoman for Hampshire Police said: "Indeed an address was visited and a 14-year-old girl, and a 13-year-old girl, were spoken to by police.
"They admitted having picked up the cat thinking it was alone and scared, but since let it go. They were given advice, however not dealt with criminally."


thedailyecho--2020-05-31--WATCH: Shed set alight in Southampton arson attack

POLICE are investigating a spate of arson attacks in Southampton .
It comes after a shed in Thornhill Avenue was @ @ @ @ @ Firefighters rushed to tackle the blaze after receiving an emergency call at around 1.30am on @ @ @ @ @ No one was reported as injured however the shed is believed to have been purposely @ @ @ @ @ social media a police spokesperson said : `` We are currently investigating a series of @ @ @ @ @ Park area , whereby sheds and garages have been purposely set alight .
`` We @ @ @ @ @ local Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service in order to collate all the information .
`` @ @ @ @ @ in the early hours of Saturday , May 30 at around 1.30am hours in Thornhill @ @ @ @ @ has any information please contact us online , on 101 or Crimestoppers and quote reference @ @ @

It comes after a shed in Thornhill Avenue was burned to the ground.
Firefighters rushed to tackle the blaze after receiving an emergency call at around 1.30am on Saturday, May 30.
No one was reported as injured however the shed is believed to have been purposely set alight.
Posting on social media a police spokesperson said: "We are currently investigating a series of Arson incidents in the Thornhill Park area, whereby sheds and garages have been purposely set alight.
"We are also speaking with the local Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service in order to collate all the information.
"The most recent incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, May 30 at around 1.30am hours in Thornhill Avenue.
"If anyone has any information please contact us online, on 101 or Crimestoppers and quote reference number 44200192472.


thedailyecho--2020-05-31--Forest fire sparked by BBQ near Lymington

FIREFIGHTERS rushed to battle a forest fire in the early hours of this morning .
Crews from Beaulieu and Lymington Fire Stations raced to the New Forest after an area of pine trees caught alight .
Fire engines raced to the south side of Norleywood Inclosure Car Park near Bull Hill just before 3am .
According to Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services , the fire was started by a BBQ which spread through nearby trees .
An area of woodland was left charred however no one was reported as injured .
The stop message came in at 5am .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was issued this weekend due to `` tinder-dry conditions '' .
Firefighters and park authorities have pleaded for the public not to start bonfires or BBQs .
There is an incredibly high risk of fire spreading out of control , according to the Met Office .
Firefighters say that due to tinder-dry conditions , fires are starting easily and rapidly getting out of control with wind spread .
Adding to this warning Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service has said : `` We must again repeat our message , no BBQs and no bonfires @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
Forestry England has said : `` The New Forest is on extremely high alert for the risk of fires this weekend .
If you visit us please do NOT bring a BBQ with you or light any kind of fire - these are currently not allowed anywhere on the Forest due to risk of wildfires . ''
Anyone who discovers a wildfire is urged to get to a safe place and then call 999 .
They should tell emergency services the exact location and size of the fire .

Crews from Beaulieu and Lymington Fire Stations raced to the New Forest after an area of pine trees caught alight.
Fire engines raced to the south side of Norleywood Inclosure Car Park near Bull Hill just before 3am.
According to Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services, the fire was started by a BBQ which spread through nearby trees.
An area of woodland was left charred however no one was reported as injured.
The stop message came in at 5am.
It comes after a high alert fire warning was issued this weekend due to "tinder-dry conditions".
Firefighters and park authorities have pleaded for the public not to start bonfires or BBQs.
There is an incredibly high risk of fire spreading out of control, according to the Met Office.
Firefighters say that due to tinder-dry conditions, fires are starting easily and rapidly getting out of control with wind spread.
Adding to this warning Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service has said: "We must again repeat our message, no BBQs and no bonfires. Please help us to help you."
Forestry England has said: "The New Forest is on extremely high alert for the risk of fires this weekend. If you visit us please do NOT bring a BBQ with you or light any kind of fire - these are currently not allowed anywhere on the Forest due to risk of wildfires."
Anyone who discovers a wildfire is urged to get to a safe place and then call 999.
They should tell emergency services the exact location and size of the fire.


thedailyecho--2020-05-31--More Southampton care homes hit by covid

MORE care homes in Southampton have been hit by the coronavirus , new figures reveal .
It comes as new data suggests less than a quarter of care home residents have received a test for Covid-19 since the pandemic started , despite the Government 's pledge to test every resident by “ early June ” .
Public Health England data reveals 24 of the 63 care homes in Southampton had reported a confirmed or suspected case of Covid-19 up to May 17 .
That was three more than the 21 which had reported outbreaks up to May 3 , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of residential and nursing homes in the area have been hit by the virus .
PHE 's data contains no indication of whether the reported outbreaks are still active .
The rate in Southampton is higher than across the rest of the South East , where 37 % of care homes have been affected .
Across England , 38 % of homes have reported cases .
Figures from The Data Analysis Bureau and Person Centred Software – representing a sample size of 32,000 care receivers from 1,200 care homes across England , Wales @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of care home residents have received a test at some point during the crisis .
The analysis said 38 % of care homes have had no residents tested since the pandemic started , while just 9 % of residents have been tested since May 15 , when Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced his pledge for universal care home testing .
Professor Martin Green , chief executive of Care England , which represents independent care providers , said the figures were `` very disappointing '' .
“ Once again , there is a mismatch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the ground , '' he said .
“ The sector doesn ’ t just need testing , but rolling testing in order that residents and staff can be checked frequently and routinely to guard against this pandemic.
” The Government has been criticised for its handling of social care during the coronavirus crisis , with claims that insufficient attention was given to the threat to care homes at the start of the outbreak , leaving them exposed to the virus .
National care home providers have also reported problems in sourcing sufficient @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) .
Separate figures from the Office for National Statistics reveal nearly a third of coronavirus-related deaths registered up to May 23 occurred in care homes .
A Department for Health and Social Care spokesman said of the Government 's testing strategy : “ We have the capacity to deliver up to 30,000 tests a day for whole care-home testing , and are currently prioritising care homes and areas with greatest need .
“ We are testing all care workers and residents , whether they have symptoms or not , and since the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in care settings and over 118,000 care home residents have been tested through DHSC and Public Health England testing routes .
`` We have now launched the online portal to make booking tests for staff and residents even easier .
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It comes as new data suggests less than a quarter of care home residents have received a test for Covid-19 since the pandemic started, despite the Government's pledge to test every resident by “early June”.
Public Health England data reveals 24 of the 63 care homes in Southampton had reported a confirmed or suspected case of Covid-19 up to May 17.
That was three more than the 21 which had reported outbreaks up to May 3, and it means that at least 38% of residential and nursing homes in the area have been hit by the virus.
PHE's data contains no indication of whether the reported outbreaks are still active.
The rate in Southampton is higher than across the rest of the South East, where 37% of care homes have been affected. Across England, 38% of homes have reported cases.
Figures from The Data Analysis Bureau and Person Centred Software – representing a sample size of 32,000 care receivers from 1,200 care homes across England, Wales and Scotland – reveal just 23% of care home residents have received a test at some point during the crisis.
The analysis said 38% of care homes have had no residents tested since the pandemic started, while just 9% of residents have been tested since May 15, when Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced his pledge for universal care home testing.
Professor Martin Green, chief executive of Care England, which represents independent care providers, said the figures were "very disappointing".
“Once again, there is a mismatch in announcements from the Government and delivery on the ground," he said.
“The sector doesn’t just need testing, but rolling testing in order that residents and staff can be checked frequently and routinely to guard against this pandemic.”
The Government has been criticised for its handling of social care during the coronavirus crisis, with claims that insufficient attention was given to the threat to care homes at the start of the outbreak, leaving them exposed to the virus.
National care home providers have also reported problems in sourcing sufficient levels of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Separate figures from the Office for National Statistics reveal nearly a third of coronavirus-related deaths registered up to May 23 occurred in care homes.
A Department for Health and Social Care spokesman said of the Government's testing strategy: “We have the capacity to deliver up to 30,000 tests a day for whole care-home testing, and are currently prioritising care homes and areas with greatest need.
“We are testing all care workers and residents, whether they have symptoms or not, and since the start of the pandemic nearly 125,000 workers in care settings and over 118,000 care home residents have been tested through DHSC and Public Health England testing routes.
"We have now launched the online portal to make booking tests for staff and residents even easier.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-31--Man shouting for help rescued from River Itchen

RESCUE teams scrambled to save a man shouting for help in the River Itchen .
A man was reported shouting for help at around 10pm last night .
A boat was launched by Calshot RNLI and assisted by Hillhead Coastguard .
The man was pulled from the water and treated by paramedics in Southampton with the rescue operation ending at 10.35pm In light of eased coronavirus restrictions , Solent Coastguard is urging people to take extra care and personal responsibility .
A recent statement on its social media account said : We are expecting another busy day for our coastguard @ @ @ @ @ @ @ – so please pay attention , make sensible decisions and keep yourself safe by adhering to the Government ’ s coronavirus guidance .
`` Many people have flocked to coastal hotspots , beaches and the sea throughout the UK to enjoy glorious weather but not everyone is following our safety messages and some people are taking unnecessary and dangerous risks , which has led to a high number of serious incidents . ''
`` Extra care and personal responsibility needs to be taken at all times as not only do your choices put @ @ @ @ @ @ @ risk but also our frontline responders and emergency service partners who are working round-the-clock to keep you safe .
`` Remember that if you do get into trouble or see someone who is in danger , call 999 and ask for the coastguard . ''

A man was reported shouting for help at around 10pm last night.
A boat was launched by Calshot RNLI and assisted by Hillhead Coastguard.
The man was pulled from the water and treated by paramedics in Southampton with the rescue operation ending at 10.35pm
In light of eased coronavirus restrictions, Solent Coastguard is urging people to take extra care and personal responsibility.
A recent statement on its social media account said: We are expecting another busy day for our coastguard rescue teams and search and rescue helicopters – so please pay attention, make sensible decisions and keep yourself safe by adhering to the Government’s coronavirus guidance.
"Many people have flocked to coastal hotspots, beaches and the sea throughout the UK to enjoy glorious weather but not everyone is following our safety messages and some people are taking unnecessary and dangerous risks, which has led to a high number of serious incidents."
"Extra care and personal responsibility needs to be taken at all times as not only do your choices put you, your friends and family at risk but also our frontline responders and emergency service partners who are working round-the-clock to keep you safe.
"Remember that if you do get into trouble or see someone who is in danger, call 999 and ask for the coastguard."


thedailyecho--2020-05-31--LETTER: We need to know why the airport has permission to manage these trees

FOLLOWING your article hailing a “ win for democracy “ after plans to manage the pines at Marlhill Copse have once again been halted .
It is a great shame and a disservice to the residents living beneath the pines , and the community benefitting from using the copse , to not give the reasons for the airport being given approval to manage the trees .
These three huge trees have been allowed to reach 29 metres and more in height and have not been managed for many , many years .
They are very close to and overhang residents @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the copse and have been recently assessed as posing a risk of causing catastrophic damage to life and property .
This can and has been known to happen to this species and age of tree with no outward signs .
As you can imagine as residents living beneath one of the pines we are living in daily fear of limb or whole tree failure particularly in windy and stormy weather .
There is no doubt if the tree fell on our bungalow it would be completely demolished .
The reports and information which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pose can be read on the Protect Marlhill copse website set up by the person campaigning to save the trees .
This is interesting as he appears to not acknowledge or the danger or have any regard for how worrying this must be for the people directly affected to where the trees are .
The reports make for worrying reading but confirm why the work must be allowed to continue to protect residents and the public .
We do not feel that the risk of injury or to life and damage to property @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the amenity value of trees .
The airport have said they will replace the trees on a three-to-one basis with Southampton City Council and community involvement and are already making a massive improvement to the copse with their management work .
We can not comprehend how the safety of people , their homes and the community can be placed at higher value than trees , which due their age are known to be past their useful life expectancy and at risk of failure .
We hope you will share this letter with your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be a fair and honest account of why the decision was made to allow the trees to be made safe for everyone .

It is a great shame and a disservice to the residents living beneath the pines, and the community benefitting from using the copse, to not give the reasons for the airport being given approval to manage the trees.
These three huge trees have been allowed to reach 29 metres and more in height and have not been managed for many, many years.
They are very close to and overhang residents gardens and properties and the path through the copse and have been recently assessed as posing a risk of causing catastrophic damage to life and property.
This can and has been known to happen to this species and age of tree with no outward signs.
As you can imagine as residents living beneath one of the pines we are living in daily fear of limb or whole tree failure particularly in windy and stormy weather.
There is no doubt if the tree fell on our bungalow it would be completely demolished.
The reports and information which very clearly state the danger the trees pose can be read on the Protect Marlhill copse website set up by the person campaigning to save the trees.
This is interesting as he appears to not acknowledge or the danger or have any regard for how worrying this must be for the people directly affected to where the trees are.
The reports make for worrying reading but confirm why the work must be allowed to continue to protect residents and the public.
We do not feel that the risk of injury or to life and damage to property outweighs or is a fair trade for the amenity value of trees.
The airport have said they will replace the trees on a three-to-one basis with Southampton City Council and community involvement and are already making a massive improvement to the copse with their management work.
We cannot comprehend how the safety of people , their homes and the community can be placed at higher value than trees, which due their age are known to be past their useful life expectancy and at risk of failure.
We hope you will share this letter with your readers as we feel there needs to be a fair and honest account of why the decision was made to allow the trees to be made safe for everyone.
Mike and Marie Moody
St Helena Gardens, Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-05-31--£5,000 grant awarded to Naomi House and Jacksplace

THOUSANDS of pounds have been donated to the region ’ s hospices for children and young people in Sutton Scotney .
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Community Foundation ( HIWCF ) has awarded grant funding from its NHS Covid-19 Fund to Naomi House and Jacksplace .
Following the outbreak of coronavirus the hospices temporarily suspended its regular respite service , but last month Naomi House decided to reopen to provide funded respite care for the region ’ s life-limited children .
Now HIWCF has donated £5,000 to enable respite counselling , sibling support , play therapy , at-home activity , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to continue through telephone and virtual meetings .
Naomi House and Jacksplace chief executive Mark Smith said the charity is “ hugely grateful ” to the foundation for “ their generous grant during these challenging times ” .
Grant Cornwell MBE , chief executive at HIWCF , added : “ Naomi House and Jacksplace are providing vital care for incredibly vulnerable people and we are delighted that this grant helped care to continue albeit in a different way for young people and allowed patients to receive the additional care they needed upon release @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pressure on the NHS .
“ Our thanks must go to the NHS and our HIWCF donors for helping us to establish the Covid-19 Fund , enabling our local charities and community groups to make a difference during these difficult times.
” The foundation ’ s Covid-19 Fund was established through joint funding from the NHS and HIWCF donors .

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Community Foundation (HIWCF) has awarded grant funding from its NHS Covid-19 Fund to Naomi House and Jacksplace.
Following the outbreak of coronavirus the hospices temporarily suspended its regular respite service, but last month Naomi House decided to reopen to provide funded respite care for the region’s life-limited children.
Now HIWCF has donated £5,000 to enable respite counselling, sibling support, play therapy, at-home activity, social work and peer support for families to continue through telephone and virtual meetings.
Naomi House and Jacksplace chief executive Mark Smith said the charity is “hugely grateful” to the foundation for “their generous grant during these challenging times”.
Grant Cornwell MBE, chief executive at HIWCF, added: “Naomi House and Jacksplace are providing vital care for incredibly vulnerable people and we are delighted that this grant helped care to continue albeit in a different way for young people and allowed patients to receive the additional care they needed upon release from hospital, helping to ease the pressure on the NHS.
“Our thanks must go to the NHS and our HIWCF donors for helping us to establish the Covid-19 Fund, enabling our local charities and community groups to make a difference during these difficult times.”
The foundation’s Covid-19 Fund was established through joint funding from the NHS and HIWCF donors.


thedailyecho--2020-05-31--Living Wall part of Green City Plan at Millbrook Roundabout, Southampton

A SOUTHAMPTON wall at a city roundabout has burst into blooms of colour during the lockdown , as part of the council ’ s Green City Plan .
Launched as the UK ’ s first Living Wall on a major road network , situated at Millbrook Roundabout , it has added a vibrant splash of colour to the area , with the green wall now being brought to life by sprouting flowers .
• PHOTOS : Southampton residents mark the tenth official clap for carers The installation of the Living Wall was part of reconstruction plans issued by the council @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Places .
The essential works to reconstruct the foundations and resurface Millbrook Roundabout started in October 2018 .
Councillor Steve Leggett , who is the Cabinet Member for Green City and Place , said : “ The new Living Wall has come to life within months of being installed .
“ The variety of plants used has ensured that we are seeing not only an environmental benefit but an attractive addition to the Southampton .
“ We are lucky to have over 1,000 hectares of open space in the city , as part @ @ @ @ @ @ @ committed to protecting and enhancing our natural environment.
” The council ’ s Green City Plan sets out how it intends to tackle climate change through five key themes , with two main concerns involving delivering clean air and the natural environment .
Plans include becoming a carbon neutral city by 2030 , promoting the switch to electric vehicles and increasing the number of wildflower meadows in Southampton .
Brian Hammersley , Contract Director for Balfour Beatty Living Places , said : “ We are incredibly proud to have supported Southampton City Council @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and pleased that the benefits of the Living Wall at Millbrook Roundabout are now being realised .
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Launched as the UK’s first Living Wall on a major road network, situated at Millbrook Roundabout, it has added a vibrant splash of colour to the area, with the green wall now being brought to life by sprouting flowers.
The installation of the Living Wall was part of reconstruction plans issued by the council and its Highways Partner Balfour Beatty Living Places.
The essential works to reconstruct the foundations and resurface Millbrook Roundabout started in October 2018.
Councillor Steve Leggett, who is the Cabinet Member for Green City and Place, said: “The new Living Wall has come to life within months of being installed.
“The variety of plants used has ensured that we are seeing not only an environmental benefit but an attractive addition to the Southampton.
“We are lucky to have over 1,000 hectares of open space in the city, as part of the Green City Plan we are committed to protecting and enhancing our natural environment.”
The council’s Green City Plan sets out how it intends to tackle climate change through five key themes, with two main concerns involving delivering clean air and the natural environment.
Plans include becoming a carbon neutral city by 2030, promoting the switch to electric vehicles and increasing the number of wildflower meadows in Southampton.
Brian Hammersley, Contract Director for Balfour Beatty Living Places, said: “We are incredibly proud to have supported Southampton City Council in the delivery of this flagship project and pleased that the benefits of the Living Wall at Millbrook Roundabout are now being realised.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-31--Bluestar to increase bus times and services in Southampton

A SOUTHAMPTON bus service has announced it will increase daytime bus services in-and-around the city from next week .
Bluestar made the announcement following higher demand for the service after the Government ’ s decision to begin easing the coronavirus lockdown .
From today ( Sunday , May 31 ) passengers across the city will benefit from more frequent buses across many Bluestar routes - with some running up to every eight minutes .
Among the timetable changes are an increase in frequency for Bluestar 17 - which runs to-and-from Southampton General Hospital .
This route will now run every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ every 20 minutes on Sunday .
As well as this , the company will be introducing buses every eight minutes on our popular Bluestar 18 route , which runs from Millbrook to Thornhill via Shirley , the city centre , Northam and Bitterne .
Bluestar managing director , Andrew Wickham , said : `` We want to make sure all our drivers and customers are safe on-board our buses , so we have introduced even more stringent cleaning regimes - sanitising our vehicles throughout with anti-viral wipes .
`` We have also taken @ @ @ @ @ @ @ altering the layout of our seating . ''
He added : `` With social distancing measures in place , the number of passengers each vehicle can carry is reduced - but our customers will notice a significant increase in the number of buses running across the city .
`` We ask those on-board to wear face coverings if they can , and to avoid using cash - paying by contactless , smartcard or app instead if possible . ''
Monday to Friday - every eight minutes

Bluestar made the announcement following higher demand for the service after the Government’s decision to begin easing the coronavirus lockdown.
From today (Sunday, May 31) passengers across the city will benefit from more frequent buses across many Bluestar routes - with some running up to every eight minutes.
Among the timetable changes are an increase in frequency for Bluestar 17 - which runs to-and-from Southampton General Hospital.
This route will now run every 10 minutes Monday to Saturday, and every 20 minutes on Sunday.
As well as this, the company will be introducing buses every eight minutes on our popular Bluestar 18 route, which runs from Millbrook to Thornhill via Shirley, the city centre, Northam and Bitterne.
Bluestar managing director, Andrew Wickham, said: "We want to make sure all our drivers and customers are safe on-board our buses, so we have introduced even more stringent cleaning regimes - sanitising our vehicles throughout with anti-viral wipes.
"We have also taken measures to enable social distancing, by altering the layout of our seating."
He added: "With social distancing measures in place, the number of passengers each vehicle can carry is reduced - but our customers will notice a significant increase in the number of buses running across the city.
"We ask those on-board to wear face coverings if they can, and to avoid using cash - paying by contactless, smartcard or app instead if possible."
Summary of daytime service changes:
Bluestar 1
Monday to Saturday - every 15 minutes
Sunday - every hour
Bluestar 2
Monday to Saturday - every 15 minutes
Sunday - every hour
Bluestar 4
Monday to Saturday - every 30 minutes
Bluestar 7
Monday to Saturday - every 30 minutes
Sunday - every hour
Bluestar 9
Monday to Saturday - every 30 minutes
Sunday - every hour
Bluestar 11 and 12
Monday to Saturday - combined, every 10 minutes
Bluestar 16
Monday to Saturday - every 20 minutes
Bluestar 17
Monday to Saturday - every 10 minutes
Sunday - every 20 minutes
Bluestar 18
Monday to Friday - every eight minutes
Saturday - every 10 minutes
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thedailyecho--2020-05-31--Aircraft crashes into sea near Calshot Spit

TWO people have been rescued from the sea after an aircraft went down in the Solent near Southampton Water .
HM Coastguard were called to an incident at Calshot Spit after an aircraft went down into the water .
Two people were onboard the aircraft and both have been rescued .
They were found and rescued by a nearby vessel after they were able to climb out of the aircraft .
A `` small '' aircraft crashed into the sea at Calshot Spit .
Photo : Christina Grindey Neither of the casualties required medical assistance and were declared well .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Calshot and Lymington Coastguard Rescue Team .
A witness described the aircraft as a `` small aeroplane '' and said that lifeboat , air ambulance , coastguard and fire crews were in attendance .
A spokesperson from HM Coastguard explained that any pollution damage is to be assessed and the Maritime & Coastguard Agency 's Duty Counter Pollution and Salvage Officer has been contacted .
They said : `` At 2.43pm this afternoon , HM Coastguard received numerous reports that a light aircraft had ditched into the water off Calshot Spit on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people were on-board the aircraft .
Both people were able to climb out of the aircraft after it came down and were then rescued by a nearby vessel .
`` Hamble independent lifeboat escorted both casualties to Hamble Lifeboat Station .
Neither person required medical assistance and both were declared well by the South Central Ambulance Service .
They also made contact with Hampshire Police at the lifeboat station .
`` The aircraft is now beached at Calshot and Lymington Coastguard Rescue Team are securing it .
The Air Accident Investigation Branch have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ damage will be assessed and the Maritime & Coastguard Agency 's Duty Counter Pollution and Salvage Officer has been informed . ''
Portsmouth-based company Plane Finder were able to track the aircraft .
They have reported that the `` chute '' was deployed and the aircraft `` drifted down '' into the Solent .

HM Coastguard were called to an incident at Calshot Spit after an aircraft went down into the water yesterday afternoon.
Two people were onboard the aircraft and both were rescued.
They were found and rescued by a nearby vessel after they were able to climb out of the aircraft.
A "small" aircraft crashed into the sea at Calshot Spit. Photo:Christina Grindey
Neither of the casualties required medical assistance were were declared well.
The aircraft was beached by Calshot and Lymington Coastguard Rescue Team.
A witness described the aircraft as a “small aeroplane” and said that lifeboat, air ambulance, coastguard and fire crews were on the scene.
A spokesperson from HM Coastguard said any pollution damage is to be assessed and the Maritime & Coastguard Agency’s Duty counter-pollution and salvage officer had been contacted.
They said yesterday: “At 2.43pm this afternoon, HM Coastguard received numerous reports that a light aircraft had ditched into the water off Calshot Spit on the Solent.
“It was confirmed two people were on-board the aircraft. Both people were able to climb out of the aircraft after it came down and were then rescued by a nearby vessel.
“Hamble independent lifeboat escorted both casualties to Hamble Lifeboat Station.
“Neither person required medical assistance and both were declared well by the South Central Ambulance Service. They also made contact with Hampshire Police at the lifeboat station.
“The aircraft is now beached at Calshot and Lymington Coastguard Rescue Team are securing it. The Air Accident Investigation Branch have been informed.
“Any possible pollution damage will be assessed and the Maritime & Coastguard Agency’s duty counter pollution and salvage officer has been informed,” the statement added.
Portsmouth-based company Plane Finder was able to track the aircraft.


thedailyecho--2020-06-01--New Forest pub fighting to survive without government cash

A HAMPSHIRE pub is battling to survive after a huge increase in its rateable value left it unable to claim government cash during the lockdown .
Craig Bannister , owner of The Glen in Butts Ash Lane , Hythe , fears he may have to dip into his savings in a bid to keep the business afloat .
The pub has opened a drive-thru bottle bar selling wines , spirits and beer in a bid to replace some of its lost income .
Following a review carried out in 2017 its rateable value - known as RV - has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rise of 50 % .
Mr Bannister , whose son Jordan is the pub 's manager , has lodged an appeal but fears it could be months before his case is heard .
He said : `` The coronavirus small business support package uses RV as its benchmark .
If RV is greater than £51,000 no grant is available , regardless of need . ''
Ministers have warned that the UK 's 47,000 pubs may have to remain shut until August and possibly beyond .
Earlier this month the British Beer and Pubs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ holes could be forced to close for good unless they receive extra government support .
In a letter to New Forest East MP Julian Lewis Mr Bannister says his appeal , if accepted , would enable his business to access the business support grant offered by the Chancellor , Rishi Sunak .
It adds : `` As it stands my business is getting no direct support from the government .
`` The situation can not persist whereby businesses that support local jobs and provide value to the local economy are allowed to fail @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a similar letter to Hythe councillor Malcolm Wade he adds : `` The criteria for the government support grant is based on an arbitrary figure linked to the business ’ s rateable value .
`` This is discriminatory and not based on need or community value .
`` I have appealed and an independent assessment has concluded that the RV should be in the region of £48,500 .
This appeal was lodged with the Valuation Office Agency last year and has yet not been replied to .
`` The pub trade will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ down and will have missed key trading months .
`` I hope to be able to keep The Glen open but that looks likely that will require me to use my personal savings and pension , that is a tough call and it troubles me on a daily basis .
`` The government support grant would give me some breathing space and the moral support to continue to plan to reopen . ''

Craig Bannister, owner of The Glen in Butts Ash Lane, Hythe, fears he may have to dip into his savings in a bid to keep the business afloat.
The pub has opened a drive-thru bottle bar selling wines, spirits and beer in a bid to replace some of its lost income.
Following a review carried out in 2017 its rateable value - known as RV - has been increased from £44,000 to £66,000 - a rise of 50%.
Mr Bannister, whose son Jordan is the pub's manager, has lodged an appeal but fears it could be months before his case is heard.
He said: "The coronavirus small business support package uses RV as its benchmark. If RV is greater than £51,000 no grant is available, regardless of need."
Ministers have warned that the UK's 47,000 pubs may have to remain shut until August and possibly beyond.
Earlier this month the British Beer and Pubs Association warned that four in ten watering holes could be forced to close for good unless they receive extra government support.
In a letter to New Forest East MP Julian Lewis Mr Bannister says his appeal, if accepted, would enable his business to access the business support grant offered by the Chancellor, Rishi Sunak.
It adds: "As it stands my business is getting no direct support from the government.
"The situation cannot persist whereby businesses that support local jobs and provide value to the local economy are allowed to fail because of red tape."
In a similar letter to Hythe councillor Malcolm Wade he adds: "The criteria for the government support grant is based on an arbitrary figure linked to the business’s rateable value.
"This is discriminatory and not based on need or community value.
"I have appealed and an independent assessment has concluded that the RV should be in the region of £48,500. This appeal was lodged with the Valuation Office Agency last year and has yet not been replied to.
"The pub trade will be the last to be released from lock down and will have missed key trading months.
"I hope to be able to keep The Glen open but that looks likely that will require me to use my personal savings and pension, that is a tough call and it troubles me on a daily basis.
"The government support grant would give me some breathing space and the moral support to continue to plan to reopen."
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thedailyecho--2020-06-01--Selfish drivers cause parking chaos at Lepe Country Park

INCONSIDERATE drivers have been slammed for causing parking chaos .
Selfish motorists have been slammed for blocking roads and parking dangerously in the New Forest .
It comes following scenes of chaos this weekend at Lepe Country Park with people parking on blind bends and double yellow lines .
Police are urging drivers to park responsibly by leaving room for emergency service vehicles to pass .
Officers say this can save lives and property .
Hundreds of people flocked to the New Forest and Hampshire coast after lockdown restrictions were eased .
There were similar issues over the May bank @ @ @ @ @ @ @ intervene .
Commenting at the time , Cllr Seán Woodward , said : “ While we were pleased to see that the majority of visitors to Hampshire ’ s country parks this bank holiday weekend acted responsibly , it was disappointing that a small number of people visiting Lepe Country Park decided to park along the beach road on double yellow lines , causing obstructions and difficulties for vehicles trying to pass .
As a result of this behaviour , the country park rangers had to ask the police to get involved to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Recreation and Heritage at Hampshire County Council added : `` We are keen to welcome local visitors back to our country parks so they can enjoy the fantastic outside spaces on offer , but we need to do so in a way that is safe for all .
This includes measures to support social distancing for visitors and staff , including reduced car parking space .
To help the overall effort , we would ask people to consider visiting outside of peak periods .
”

Selfish motorists have been slammed for blocking roads and parking dangerously in the New Forest.
It comes following scenes of chaos this weekend at Lepe Country Park with people parking on blind bends and double yellow lines.
Police are urging drivers to park responsibly by leaving room for emergency service vehicles to pass.
Officers say this can save lives and property.
Hundreds of people flocked to the New Forest and Hampshire coast after lockdown restrictions were eased.
There were similar issues over the May bank holiday weekend when police also had to intervene.
Commenting at the time, Cllr Seán Woodward, said: “While we were pleased to see that the majority of visitors to Hampshire’s country parks this bank holiday weekend acted responsibly, it was disappointing that a small number of people visiting Lepe Country Park decided to park along the beach road on double yellow lines, causing obstructions and difficulties for vehicles trying to pass. As a result of this behaviour, the country park rangers had to ask the police to get involved to resolve the situation.
The Executive Member for Recreation and Heritage at Hampshire County Council added: "We are keen to welcome local visitors back to our country parks so they can enjoy the fantastic outside spaces on offer, but we need to do so in a way that is safe for all.
"This includes measures to support social distancing for visitors and staff, including reduced car parking space. To help the overall effort, we would ask people to consider visiting outside of peak periods.”


thedailyecho--2020-06-01--Southampton man rescues two men who jumped off Durdle Door

A RESCUER who pulled two men from the sea after they jumped from the top of Durdle Door has spoken of the traumatic event in a bid to prevent others from following suit .
Michael Wiley , who lives in Southampton , said he was at the beauty spot on Saturday when he saw several people jumping from the 70ft arch into the sea , and is still coming to terms with what happened next .
`` It 's pretty raw , '' he said .
`` I have n't had much sleep - I 've just been replaying it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dylan and I were visiting for the day and had planned to go paddleboarding .
`` I used to teach coasteering at an activity centre and when I saw people climbing to the top of the arch and walking along the top of it I just knew it was n't going to end well .
`` They were just in swimming shorts - no wetsuit or shoes .
People on the beach were whistling and cheering - it was ridiculous .
`` When I saw the first guy walking across the arch my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we needed to rescue him , and someone on the beach laughed , saying 'oh there goes the lifeguard . '
`` One older lady got quite upset and said she could n't watch .
`` The first guy who jumped was aged about 25 and seemed intoxicated .
He hit the water and landed on his side ; when he came to the surface he said ' I ca n't move my arms ' .
`` I grabbed him and swam back to the beach .
He stood up and walked away @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shock and pain .
`` He was later put into an ambulance on a spinal board and taken to hospital . ''
Mr Wiley said at least two more people separately jumped from the arch , followed by a 20 year-old man , who spoke little English .
`` When I saw he was preparing to jump in just shorts and no wetsuit I again said to my mate , 'let 's paddle out there just to be sure he 's safe . '
`` We waited underneath where he was about to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sideways .
He did n't come back up .
`` We instantly jumped off the paddleboard and dove down into the sea but could n't see anything at first - the water was dark with seaweed - but after several attempts I saw something white at the bottom .
`` About 10 other people were also trying to dive down and get to him - it was chaotic - nobody could reach him .
`` I tried to dive down one final time and managed to grab his hand , but when I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the seabed I just pushed against seaweed , there was nothing to purchase against .
`` I do n't know how I managed it but somehow I found the strength to drag him through the water up to the surface .
`` The compression on my head and chest was so strong I nearly let go - I did n't think I was going to make it , he was completely limp , a dead weight .
`` I took him back to the shore and these four amazing women doctors came running @ @ @ @ @ @ @ minutes . ''
Michael added : `` He had no pulse , he was n't breathing and was completely purple ; there was blood and foam coming out of his mouth .
`` He literally had no life in him - his brother was crying and praying next to him .
It was a pretty hard thing to witness .
`` I was just in complete shock because I thought he was dead - I had to move away from the situation .
`` When I returned about ten minutes later the four @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and bring him back to life - it was incredible .
`` I 'm eternally grateful to them because I would find this a lot harder to deal with if he did n't make it .
The whole beach was crowding round his body before he was taken to hospital .
He is only 20 years old . ''
Michael said another casualty was also taken to hospital that day , whom he believes had been rock climbing .
`` I 've never experienced anything like this , '' he added .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to dive down ( to save the man ) - there was no way I was swimming away back to the beach knowing there was a body just laying on the sea bed .
`` The people who jumped put so many lives at risk , including their own .
I would urge people to know their limitations - there 's a reason there are barriers at the top saying not to jump .
`` Cold water shock on a hot day literally takes your breath away , it deflates your lungs and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were families , kids of all ages on the beach just trying to enjoy their day who will have been left traumatised .
`` People on the beach had been social distancing - the pictures make it look very crowded and people have been criticised for being there , but when the helicopter arrived there was no other option than for them to crowd together .
`` I understand that people want to do something that 's a bit of an adrenaline rush but people need to know their limits .
`` They @ @ @ @ @ @ @ doing it so the moment could be captured on video - people were filming them .
All of this just for the sake of a few Facebook likes .
`` Part of me is angry about the situation but also I just hope he pulls through . ''
Yesterday roads to Durdle Door and Lulworth remained closed , while roads to West Bexington were also closed to prevent overcrowding as hot weather saw visitors flocking to Dorset 's coastline .

Michael Wiley, who lives in Southampton, said he was at the beauty spot on Saturday when he saw several people jumping from the 70ft arch into the sea, and is still coming to terms with what happened next.
"It's pretty raw," he said. "I haven't had much sleep - I've just been replaying it in my head.
"My housemate Dylan and I were visiting for the day and had planned to go paddleboarding.
"I used to teach coasteering at an activity centre and when I saw people climbing to the top of the arch and walking along the top of it I just knew it wasn't going to end well.
"They were just in swimming shorts - no wetsuit or shoes. People on the beach were whistling and cheering - it was ridiculous.
"When I saw the first guy walking across the arch my friend and I swam out in case we needed to rescue him, and someone on the beach laughed, saying 'oh there goes the lifeguard.'
"One older lady got quite upset and said she couldn't watch.
"The first guy who jumped was aged about 25 and seemed intoxicated. He hit the water and landed on his side; when he came to the surface he said 'I can't move my arms'.
"I grabbed him and swam back to the beach. He stood up and walked away but you could tell he was in shock and pain.
"He was later put into an ambulance on a spinal board and taken to hospital."
Mr Wiley said at least two more people separately jumped from the arch, followed by a 20 year-old man, who spoke little English.
"When I saw he was preparing to jump in just shorts and no wetsuit I again said to my mate, 'let's paddle out there just to be sure he's safe.'
"We waited underneath where he was about to land and saw him hit the water sideways. He didn't come back up.
"We instantly jumped off the paddleboard and dove down into the sea but couldn't see anything at first - the water was dark with seaweed - but after several attempts I saw something white at the bottom.
"About 10 other people were also trying to dive down and get to him - it was chaotic - nobody could reach him.
"I tried to dive down one final time and managed to grab his hand, but when I tried to push off the bottom of the seabed I just pushed against seaweed, there was nothing to purchase against.
"I don't know how I managed it but somehow I found the strength to drag him through the water up to the surface.
"The compression on my head and chest was so strong I nearly let go - I didn't think I was going to make it, he was completely limp, a dead weight.
"I took him back to the shore and these four amazing women doctors came running over and did CPR for around 20 minutes."
Michael added: "He had no pulse, he wasn't breathing and was completely purple; there was blood and foam coming out of his mouth.
"He literally had no life in him - his brother was crying and praying next to him. It was a pretty hard thing to witness.
"I was just in complete shock because I thought he was dead - I had to move away from the situation.
"When I returned about ten minutes later the four doctors had managed to get him breathing and bring him back to life - it was incredible.
"I'm eternally grateful to them because I would find this a lot harder to deal with if he didn't make it. The whole beach was crowding round his body before he was taken to hospital. He is only 20 years old."
Michael said another casualty was also taken to hospital that day, whom he believes had been rock climbing.
"I've never experienced anything like this," he added.
"There were so many of us trying to dive down (to save the man) - there was no way I was swimming away back to the beach knowing there was a body just laying on the sea bed.
"The people who jumped put so many lives at risk, including their own. I would urge people to know their limitations - there's a reason there are barriers at the top saying not to jump.
"Cold water shock on a hot day literally takes your breath away, it deflates your lungs and you lose all energy.
"There were families, kids of all ages on the beach just trying to enjoy their day who will have been left traumatised. "People on the beach had been social distancing - the pictures make it look very crowded and people have been criticised for being there, but when the helicopter arrived there was no other option than for them to crowd together.
"I understand that people want to do something that's a bit of an adrenaline rush but people need to know their limits. "They (the people who jumped) were doing it so the moment could be captured on video - people were filming them. All of this just for the sake of a few Facebook likes.
"Part of me is angry about the situation but also I just hope he pulls through."
Yesterday roads to Durdle Door and Lulworth remained closed, while roads to West Bexington were also closed to prevent overcrowding as hot weather saw visitors flocking to Dorset's coastline.


thedailyecho--2020-06-01--Stark warning from fire chiefs over BBQ wildfires

FIRE CHIEFS have warned of the `` devastating and life-threatening '' dangers of barbecues .
Firefighters have seen a surge in forest fires and bonfires spiralling out of control in recent weeks .
Over the weekend crews rushed to tackle a blaze in the New Forest which was sparked by a smouldering and unattended barbecue .
An area of woodland was left charred near Bull Hill however no one was reported as injured .
But now , fire chiefs have slammed careless members of the public .
Station manager for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services , David Hodge said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seeing a rise in the number of fires involving barbecues in open areas .
`` These can have devastating , life-threatening consequences especially at a time when forested areas and woodland beauty spots are at extreme risk of wildfires .
`` I would urge the public to avoid having barbecues in public areas .
`` And , if having a barbecue in their garden , to always follow our online safety tips . ''
David 's words come just days after a high alert warning was issued due to `` tinder-dry conditions '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pleading for the public not to start bonfires or barbecues Over the next week , there is an incredibly high risk of fire spreading out of control , according to the Met Office .
The national weather and climate service has issued an amber wildfire alert .
Anyone who discovers a wildfire is urged to get to a safe place and then call 999 .
They should tell emergency services the exact location and size of the fire .
As previously reported fire crews raced to battle a large blaze which swept through @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Fareham , Redbridge , Hardley and Hythe rushed to Heatherlands Road , in Chilworth on Tuesday .
Crews remained on the scene until the next day , dampening down the area to stop the wildfire spreading .

Firefighters have seen a surge in forest fires and bonfires spiralling out of control in recent weeks.
Over the weekend crews rushed to tackle a blaze in the New Forest which was sparked by a smouldering and unattended barbecue.
An area of woodland was left charred near Bull Hill however no one was reported as injured.
But now, fire chiefs have slammed careless members of the public.
Station manager for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services, David Hodge said: "With the current heatwave we are seeing a rise in the number of fires involving barbecues in open areas.
"These can have devastating, life-threatening consequences especially at a time when forested areas and woodland beauty spots are at extreme risk of wildfires.
"I would urge the public to avoid having barbecues in public areas.
"And, if having a barbecue in their garden, to always follow our online safety tips."
David's words come just days after a high alert warning was issued due to "tinder-dry conditions".
Firefighters and park authorities have been pleading for the public not to start bonfires or barbecues
Over the next week, there is an incredibly high risk of fire spreading out of control, according to the Met Office.
The national weather and climate service has issued an amber wildfire alert.
Anyone who discovers a wildfire is urged to get to a safe place and then call 999.
They should tell emergency services the exact location and size of the fire.
As previously reported fire crews raced to battle a large blaze which swept through Hampshire woodlands.
Fire crews from Eastleigh, Fareham, Redbridge, Hardley and Hythe rushed to Heatherlands Road, in Chilworth on Tuesday.
Crews remained on the scene until the next day, dampening down the area to stop the wildfire spreading.


thedailyecho--2020-06-01--Firefighters tackle blaze sparked by BBQ in Hythe

FIREFIGHTERS have rushed to tackle a blaze sparked by a BBQ .
Fire crews are dealing with an ongoing situation @ @ @ @ @ .
Emergency services report the fire was caused by `` yet another discarded BBQ '' @ @ @ @ @ Fire Station is on the scene .

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thedailyecho--2020-06-01--Firefighters called to Lordswood Enclosure after bonfire left unattended

FIREFIGHTERS from Southampton were called to tackle an unattended bonfire this morning .
The crew from Redbridge Fire Station has @ @ @ @ @ more careful following the incident , which happened at Lordswood Enclosure .
A statement says @ @ @ @ @ a lot of time putting these out - please do n't light them .
`` @ @ @ @ @ to assist . ''
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services said : `` @ @ @ @ @ were mobilised at 06:17 this morning to a small fire in the open .
`` @ @ @ @ @ woodlands covering 2m x 2m .
`` This was extinguished using two knapsacks , a @ @ @ @ @ jet . ''
`` The stop message came in at 7.51am . ''

The crew from Redbridge Fire Station has urged the public to be more careful following the incident, which happened at Lordswood Enclosure.
A statement says: "We are spending a lot of time putting these out - please don't light them.
"Land Rover on the way to assist."
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services said: "Crews from Redbridge and Hardley were mobilised at 06:17 this morning to a small fire in the open.
"There was a fire in woodlands covering 2m x 2m.
"This was extinguished using two knapsacks, a beater and a hose reel jet."
"The stop message came in at 7.51am."


thedailyecho--2020-06-01--A31 crash between Stoney Cross and Ringwood

A SERIOUS crash involving a tipper truck and a van is causing traffic delays on the A31 between Stoney Cross @ @ @ @ @ reports of slow traffic on the westbound carriageway between the Fritham and Emery Down turn @ @ @ @ @ picket post .
Traffic between Cadnam and Ringwood is affected .
Highways England has said @ @ @ @ @ while emergency services deal with the collision .
Police were called at 8am to reports @ @ @ @ @ Izuzi tipper truck and a Peugeot Partner van .
The driver of the Peugeot is @ @ @ @ @ and one lane has been closed .
Ambulance crews are also in attendance .

There are reports of slow traffic on the westbound carriageway between the Fritham and Emery Down turn off at Stoney Cross and picket post.
Traffic between Cadnam and Ringwood is affected.
Highways England has said a lane has been closed while emergency services deal with the collision.
Police were called at 8am to reports of a collision between an Izuzi tipper truck and a Peugeot Partner van.
The driver of the Peugeot is believed to have minor injuries and one lane has been closed.
Ambulance crews are also in attendance.
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thedailyecho--2020-06-01--Southampton man avoids being jailed for 19 crimes

A SOUTHAMPTON man who carried out 19 crimes across the city in 10 months has walked free from court .
Jay Louis Kitcher , 20 , carried out a string of offences in the space of 10 months including assault , theft , attempted robbery and driving offences .
On June 20 last year , Kitcher attempted to rob a man of a bike worth around £1,800 On August 22 last year , he stole a speaker worth £129 from John Lewis in Southampton , and on December 10 he stole chocolate worth £70.40 from a Southampton Co-op store .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ green Vauxhall Corsa Life without the consent of the owner from Devonshire Road , Southampton .
He was caught driving the car on January 13 on Wimpson Lane with no insurance or licence .
On January 10 , the 20-year-old attempted to steal three bottles of wine from a Co-op store , and then assaulted a man .
The next day he attempted to steal chocolate from a Southampton store and just three days later he stole trousers , trainers , gloves and a jacket worth £79 from Decathlon on Harbour Parade .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ cards from One Stop on Park Road the following day .
On January 26 , he stole washing tablets worth £50 from a Southampton One Stop store and then assaulted a second man .
On February 24 , he failed to surrender to Southampton Magistrates ' Court and the next day he attempted to steal £65 worth of cheese from Co-op .
A few days later on March 7 , he attempted to steal tinned tuna and salmon from Tesco Express on Wimpson Lane .
On March 18 , he assaulted a woman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from Lidl in Totton .
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates ' Court on May 27 , Kitcher pleaded guilty to a total of 18 offences and pleaded not guilty but was found guilty of one count of theft .
Kitcher , of Helvellyn Road , Southampton , was committed to prison for a total of 12 weeks suspended for two years .
He was ordered to carry out 150 hours of unpaid work in the next 12 months and must attend appointments with a responsible officer .
His driving record was endorsed with six @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pay a victim surcharge of £122 .

Jay Louis Kitcher, 20, carried out a string of offences in the space of 10 months including assault, theft, attempted robbery and driving offences.
On June 20 last year, Kitcher attempted to rob a man of a bike worth around £1,800
On August 22 last year, he stole a speaker worth £129 from John Lewis in Southampton, and on December 10 he stole chocolate worth £70.40 from a Southampton Co-op store.
On January 1, he took a green Vauxhall Corsa Life without the consent of the owner from Devonshire Road, Southampton.
He was caught driving the car on January 13 on Wimpson Lane with no insurance or licence.
On January 10, the 20-year-old attempted to steal three bottles of wine from a Co-op store, and then assaulted a man.
The next day he attempted to steal chocolate from a Southampton store and just three days later he stole trousers, trainers, gloves and a jacket worth £79 from Decathlon on Harbour Parade.
Kitcher then stole a number of scratch cards from One Stop on Park Road the following day.
On January 26, he stole washing tablets worth £50 from a Southampton One Stop store and then assaulted a second man.
On February 24, he failed to surrender to Southampton Magistrates' Court and the next day he attempted to steal £65 worth of cheese from Co-op.
A few days later on March 7, he attempted to steal tinned tuna and salmon from Tesco Express on Wimpson Lane.
On March 18, he assaulted a woman and stole a number of meat products from Lidl in Totton.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court on May 27, Kitcher pleaded guilty to a total of 18 offences and pleaded not guilty but was found guilty of one count of theft.
Kitcher, of Helvellyn Road, Southampton, was committed to prison for a total of 12 weeks suspended for two years.
He was ordered to carry out 150 hours of unpaid work in the next 12 months and must attend appointments with a responsible officer.
His driving record was endorsed with six points and he was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £122.


thedailyecho--2020-06-01--Southampton shop owner speaks out after gang ram raid

A MAN has described feeling terrible and sad after a gang targeted his Southampton shop in a ram raid .
Four people leapt out of a silver Ford Transit after it slammed into Church Street News & Food .
They them snatched items from the shop before fleeing the scene .
Shop owner Samad Khan has told how he was woken early on Saturday by a call from police following the incident at around 5am .
Watching as firefighters used power tools to cut into the store after the entrance was damaged , Samad said : “ It ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ types of incidents have been increasing .
“ There are problems with shoplifting in the area .
“ I got a call from the police at around 5.10am .
I felt terrible and sad when they told me what happened.
” Police taped off the area for most of Saturday morning while they carried out investigations .
Crews from Redbridge Fire Station were on the scene to assist .
However , according to police , no arrests have been made and their enquiries continue .
At the time a police spokesperson said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ early hours of May 30 , that a van had driven into the front of a shop on Church Street .
A number of suspects , possibly four people , then began stealing items from the shop .
When police arrived , the vehicle and suspects had already left the scene .
Anyone who saw anything or has any CCTV or dashcam footage is urged to call police on 101 quoting crime reference 44200192530 .

Four people leapt out of a silver Ford Transit after it slammed into Church Street News & Food.
They them snatched items from the shop before fleeing the scene.
Shop owner Samad Khan has told how he was woken early on Saturday by a call from police following the incident at around 5am.
Watching as firefighters used power tools to cut into the store after the entrance was damaged, Samad said: “It’s really difficult to do business. These types of incidents have been increasing.
“There are problems with shoplifting in the area.
“I got a call from the police at around 5.10am. I felt terrible and sad when they told me what happened.”
Police taped off the area for most of Saturday morning while they carried out investigations.
Crews from Redbridge Fire Station were on the scene to assist.
However, according to police, no arrests have been made and their enquiries continue.
At the time a police spokesperson said: “We received a report in the early hours of May 30, that a van had driven into the front of a shop on Church Street. A number of suspects, possibly four people, then began stealing items from the shop. When police arrived, the vehicle and suspects had already left the scene.
Anyone who saw anything or has any CCTV or dashcam footage is urged to call police on 101 quoting crime reference 44200192530.


thedailyecho--2020-06-01--Large blaze breaks out at industrial estate near Southampton

FIREFIGHTERS have been called to a blaze involving a bus and containers at an industrial estate near Southampton .
Multiple @ @ @ @ @ the smoke circling the container site , on Station Road , Nursling .
One passer-by @ @ @ @ @ be seen from as a far as Millbrook Roundabout .
According to firefighters , they @ @ @ @ @ they believed was a forest fire , however upon their approach came to realise it @ @ @ @ @ A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said : `` The incident is still @ @ @ @ @ Redbridge , St Mary 's , Eastleigh , Romsey , Ringwood and HQ were mobilised @ @ @ @ @ .
`` There is currently a fire involving a bus and containers .
`` There @ @ @ @ @ ''

Multiple fire crews are currently battling the smoke circling the container site, on Station Road, Nursling.
One passer-by said the smoke cloud can be seen from as a far as Millbrook Roundabout.
According to firefighters, they initially were called to what they believed was a forest fire, however upon their approach came to realise it was an industrial fire.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "Crews from Redbridge, St Mary's, Eastleigh, Romsey, Ringwood and HQ were mobilised at 1.36pm to Station Road.
"There is currently a fire involving a bus and containers.
"There are no casualties involved."
"The stop message came in at 23:04 last night, saying it was extinguished using two main jets, two hose reel jets, an ultra high-pressure lance, two breathing apparatus’ and compressed air foam solution.
"In the end, the fire involved a bus, containers, propane and acetylene cylinders and a portacabin."


thedailyecho--2020-06-01--Almost 70 piglets 'could die'  after being stolen from farm at Damerham

POLICE have launched an investigation after almost 70 piglets were stolen from a Hampshire farm .
The six-week-old animals , @ @ @ @ @ farm at Damerham , near Fordingbridge between May 20 and May 28 , have the @ @ @ @ @ them .
Officers from the Countrywatch team are investigating the theft and are keen to @ @ @ @ @ .
A Hampshire police spokesman said : `` The 67 piglets were being kept in @ @ @ @ @ is important for pigs as they are social animals .
`` Moving them to a @ @ @ @ @ to dangerous bugs and cause unnecessary stress which may lead to premature death .
`` @ @ @ @ @ piglets at a smallholding or similar location recently ?
`` The farmer who owns the @ @ @ @ @ for their welfare and we want to hear from anyone who can assist with our @ @ @ @ @ information can call Hampshire police on 101 , quoting crime reference number 44200190321 .
Alternatively @ @ @ @ @ on 0800 555 111 , or email countrywatch @ hampshire.pnn.police.uk .

The six-week-old animals, which were snatched from a farm at Damerham, near Fordingbridge between May 20 and May 28, have the reference number HB0789 tattooed on them.
Officers from the Countrywatch team are investigating the theft and are keen to hear from anyone with information.
A Hampshire police spokesman said: "The 67 piglets were being kept in their family groups, which is important for pigs as they are social animals.
"Moving them to a different location could expose them to dangerous bugs and cause unnecessary stress which may lead to premature death.
"Have you noticed any new piglets at a smallholding or similar location recently?
"The farmer who owns the piglets is understandably extremely concerned for their welfare and we want to hear from anyone who can assist with our enquiries."
Anyone with information can call Hampshire police on 101, quoting crime reference number 44200190321.
Alternatively they can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or email countrywatch@hampshire.pnn.police.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-06-01--Southampton Marathon 2020 cancelled due to Covid-19

SOUTHAMPTON Marathon 2020 has been cancelled , organisers have revealed .
The event had already been postponed due to the @ @ @ @ @ now been confirmed that it will not go ahead .
An ABP Southampton Marathon statement @ @ @ @ @ with great regret we will be cancelling the 2020 event due to the ongoing Covid-19 @ @ @


thedailyecho--2020-06-01--Dispersal order at Compton Lock near Winchester

A DISPERSAL order has been put in place at a beauty spot near Winchester after reports of public disorder .
Police can now tell groups of two or more people to leave Compton Lock and Hockley Link .
Chief Inspector Jon Turton authorised the order , which will run from 3pm today until the same time on Wednesday June 3 .
It can be renewed .
The action , unusual for the Winchester area , is in response to a number of reports of anti-social behaviour caused by large groups of people .
Waine Lawton , chairman of Twyford Parish @ @ @ @ @ @ @ course of last week , Compton Lock became a popular venue for youngsters to gather , ignore social distancing consumer alcohol and have a good time and not care a jot for social distancing nor taking their debris home .
`` Many come from afar , Southampton , Basingstoke and even Surrey .
Notwithstanding that police officers visited the lock almost every day , there were at least two nasty assaults reported and foul language is ever present .
`` The water meadows is well-known as an exceptionally attractive area and many people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or across the fields on the footpaths .
However , the residents of Twyford are fast becoming dismayed with these unpleasant gatherings where many who try to pass by feel intimidated by the loutish behaviour and lack of courtesy . ''
Mr Lawton also said that a significant amount of litter is left behind by some groups .
A group of volunteers from local villages have been helping to clear this up .
`` This is causing distress to the users of the area who just want to have a relaxing time , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Hockley Link is also becoming a safety concern , with people putting themselves at risk of injury by jumping into the water from concerning heights .
`` The dispersal order gives officers the power to disperse any individual from the area who is involved in anti-social behaviour .
`` High visibility patrols will continue to reassure the public and to deter large groups from congregating . ''
Anyone who witnesses anti-social behaviour or large gatherings is encouraged to call 101 , or if a crime or incident is in progress , always @ @ @

Police can now tell groups of two or more people to leave Compton Lock and Hockley Link.
Chief Inspector Jon Turton authorised the order, which will run from 3pm today until the same time on Wednesday June 3.
It can be renewed.
The action, unusual for the Winchester area, is in response to a number of reports of anti-social behaviour caused by large groups of people.
Waine Lawton, chairman of Twyford Parish Council, said: "Over the course of last week, Compton Lock became a popular venue for youngsters to gather, ignore social distancing consumer alcohol and have a good time and not care a jot for social distancing nor taking their debris home.
"Many come from afar, Southampton, Basingstoke and even Surrey. Notwithstanding that police officers visited the lock almost every day, there were at least two nasty assaults reported and foul language is ever present.
"The water meadows is well-known as an exceptionally attractive area and many people like to walk along the Navigation Canal or across the fields on the footpaths. However, the residents of Twyford are fast becoming dismayed with these unpleasant gatherings where many who try to pass by feel intimidated by the loutish behaviour and lack of courtesy."
Mr Lawton also said that a significant amount of litter is left behind by some groups.
A group of volunteers from local villages have been helping to clear this up.
"This is causing distress to the users of the area who just want to have a relaxing time," said a Hampshire Constabulary spokesperson.
"Hockley Link is also becoming a safety concern, with people putting themselves at risk of injury by jumping into the water from concerning heights.
"The dispersal order gives officers the power to disperse any individual from the area who is involved in anti-social behaviour.
"High visibility patrols will continue to reassure the public and to deter large groups from congregating."
Anyone who witnesses anti-social behaviour or large gatherings is encouraged to call 101, or if a crime or incident is in progress, always call 999.
https://www.hampshirechronicle.co.uk/news/18484735.fines-breaking-lockdown-rules-last-resort/


thedailyecho--2020-06-01--Man arrested at Lepe Country Park following police chase

A MAN has been arrested for dangerous driving following a police chase involving armed response vehicles .
A black MINI @ @ @ @ @ near Junction 11 of the M3 .
The driver sped towards the New Forest pursued @ @ @ @ @ a police dog unit .
According to officers , he had no insurance and was @ @ @ @ @ incident at around 4.15pm on Saturday .
A 34-year-old man from Old Basing was finally @ @ @ @ @ Country Park and his car impounded .
A police spokesperson said : `` A 34-year-old @ @ @ @ @ been reported for four offences after being stopped by police following a pursuit .
which @ @ @ @ @ Junction 11 .
He has been reported for having no insurance , having no licence @ @ @ @ @ to stop for police .
He was stopped by officers in Lepe Country Park at @ @ @ @ @ . ''

A black MINI failed to stop for police near Junction 11 of the M3.
The driver sped towards the New Forest pursued by armed response vehicles and a police dog unit.
According to officers, he had no insurance and was driving whilst disqualified during the incident at around 4.15pm on Saturday.
A 34-year-old man from Old Basing was finally caught and arrested at Lepe Country Park and his car impounded.
A police spokesperson said: "A 34-year-old man from Old Basing has been reported for four offences after being stopped by police following a pursuit. which began on the M3 at Junction 11. He has been reported for having no insurance, having no licence, dangerous driving and failing to stop for police. He was stopped by officers in Lepe Country Park at around 4.15pm on May 30."


thedailyecho--2020-06-02--Hammer-wielding teenage girl racially abuses woman in Aldermoor Park

Police are trying to identify the girl following the incident , which happened in Aldermoor Park , Southampton , between @ @ @ @ @ , May 28 .
A 36-year-old woman was walking her dogs in the park with @ @ @ @ @ near a group of five teenage boys and a a girl riding around on a @ @ @ @ @ The woman was concerned her dogs might be run over and approached the group to @ @ @ @ @ teenage girl then pulled out a hammer and threatened the woman while racially abusing her @ @ @ @ @ is described as being white , about 16 years old , of a slim build @ @ @ @ @ in a high bun , and wearing black jeans , a hoodie , and Converse @ @ @ @ @ can call police on 101 , quoting reference number 44200190889 .

Police are trying to identify the girl following the incident, which happened in Aldermoor Park, Southampton, between 9.30pm and 10pm on Thursday, May 28.
A 36-year-old woman was walking her dogs in the park with her husband when they walked near a group of five teenage boys and a a girl riding around on a motorbike and a scooter.
The woman was concerned her dogs might be run over and approached the group to speak to them.
The teenage girl then pulled out a hammer and threatened the woman while racially abusing her.
Police say the teenager is described as being white, about 16 years old, of a slim build, with purple hair worn in a high bun, and wearing black jeans, a hoodie, and Converse trainers.
Anyone with information can call police on 101, quoting reference number 44200190889.


thedailyecho--2020-06-02--Mitchell Williams jailed for dangerous driving in Southampton

A SOUTHAMPTON man has been jailed for eight months following a high-speed car chase across Southampton .
Mitchell Williams was driving erratically when police spotted him in Bannister Road .
Four times over the limit for cocaine , the 21-year-old failed to stop for officers and sped away in a black BMW X5 .
Williams , of Monks Way , has been jailed for dangerous driving , driving without a valid licence , driving without insurance , and driving while under the influence of drugs .
Southampton Crown Court heard he swerved in and out of traffic while tearing through @ @ @ @ @ @ @ series of red lights , he drove on the wrong side of the road multiple times during the incident on June 9 last year .
Prosecutor Matthew Lawson told the court how Williams narrowly missed having a serious crash while hurtling down Upper Shirley Avenue .
At one point a “ large knife ” was flung from his car .
This was followed by a beer bottle , which “ exploded ” in the road , and several “ packages ” .
Just as police were at the point of giving up , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ came billowing from Williams ’ engine .
He limped on at 30mph before finally dumping his car in Portswood Road .
Williams and his two passengers fled but he was arrested shortly afterwards .
“ Clearly impaired ” , he refused to give his name and made no comment during questioning .
A test found he had no less than 40mgs of cocaine in his system – four times the legal limit – and traces of cannabis .
He initially pleaded not guilty before Southampton Magistrates ’ Court but later changed his plea @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had no previous convictions and had gone “ off the rails ” after his father died .
He was supporting his mother and disabled three-year-old brother financially .
Judge Burrell said it was a wonder no one was killed or injured .
Williams was jailed for eight months and disqualified from driving for 22 months .

Mitchell Williams was driving erratically when police spotted him in Bannister Road.
Four times over the limit for cocaine, the 21-year-old failed to stop for officers and sped away in a black BMW X5.
Williams, of Monks Way, has been jailed for dangerous driving, driving without a valid licence, driving without insurance, and driving while under the influence of drugs.
Southampton Crown Court heard he swerved in and out of traffic while tearing through the city streets at 70mph
Jumping a series of red lights, he drove on the wrong side of the road multiple times during the incident on June 9 last year.
Prosecutor Matthew Lawson told the court how Williams narrowly missed having a serious crash while hurtling down Upper Shirley Avenue.
At one point a “large knife” was flung from his car. This was followed by a beer bottle, which “exploded” in the road, and several “packages”.
Just as police were at the point of giving up, deeming the chase too dangerous, smoke came billowing from Williams’ engine. He limped on at 30mph before finally dumping his car in Portswood Road.
Williams and his two passengers fled but he was arrested shortly afterwards.
“Clearly impaired”, he refused to give his name and made no comment during questioning.
A test found he had no less than 40mgs of cocaine in his system – four times the legal limit – and traces of cannabis.
He initially pleaded not guilty before Southampton Magistrates’ Court but later changed his plea.
Defending, Unyime Davies said Williams had no previous convictions and had gone “off the rails” after his father died. He was supporting his mother and disabled three-year-old brother financially.
Judge Burrell said it was a wonder no one was killed or injured.
Williams was jailed for eight months and disqualified from driving for 22 months.


thedailyecho--2020-06-02--Southampton firm P&O Cruises extends sailings pause

A SOUTHAMPTON cruise line has extended a pause in operations for all its sailings until later this year .
P & O Cruises announced that it wo n't be going out to sea until October 15 while it focuses on working closely with public health bodies .
In a bid to approve further health and safety protocols across the company and `` still give guests an amazing holiday '' , all customers who were booked on these cancelled sailings will receive an enhanced Future Cruise Credit .
Measures already include hand-sanitizing stations , rigorous cleaning and disinfecting procedures , health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ board .
During the recent crisis , they have added robust health screening while joining the ship , starting with thermal scanning of guests and crew .
P & O Cruises president Paul Ludlow said : “ As a business our operational focus is not “ when can we resume sailing ?
” but is instead “ how can we develop a comprehensive restart protocol that will keep everyone on board , our crew and guests , safe and well and still give our guests an amazing holiday ?
” “ We are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the highest possible level , such as Public Health England ( PHE ) and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC ) , to review every aspect of a holiday with us and establish a framework of policies and procedures .
`` Our aspiration is to be adopting best practice in managing COVID-19 within the travel industry .
“ Unfortunately , as the world continues to adapt to this global crisis , we have made the decision , difficult as it is , to extend our pause in operations for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 15 , 2020 .
We are so sorry for the disappointment this will cause to so many of our guests.
” Following feedback from guests , P & O Cruises has also confirmed that the Future Cruise Credit , which may be held until the end of 2021 , may be put against any holiday on sale at that time .
• Gesture of support from cruise firm as hundreds of homes asked to give thanks to NHS staff FCCs may also be used to upgrade or for a second cabin for any @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or transferred to someone else .
This option will also be available until the end of December 2021 .
He added : “ We want to apologise once again to those guests who wait for refunds , particularly at a time of financial constraints , however the new technology we have in place is rapidly improving things though and we continue to make further progress on a daily basis.
” “ We have for years had in place many of the protocols now considered advisable for other social gathering venues , such as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ procedures .
`` We also have for years gone beyond those protocols by having guests complete a health declaration form and having a comprehensive medical facility on board each ship providing 24/7 medical care and treatment .
`` During the recent crisis , we added robust health screening upon embarkation , starting with thermal scanning of guests and crew .
“ Along with the rest of the world , we will adapt .
We will work closely with medical experts and global authorities to help us determine the best way to move forward @ @ @ @ @ @ @ health , safety , and wellbeing of our guests , crew and communities we visit , along with compliance and environmental protection .
“ We have always taken such pride in our standards of cleanliness and hygiene before Covid-19 , but when we return there will be enhanced protocols approved by hospitality and national public health authorities .
`` This will ensure we continue to have in place high levels of cleanliness across every single aspect of public areas , crew living areas and every item of furniture in cabins and everywhere on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the service of food and drink ; entertainment and experiences on board and on shore .
“ When the time is right , we will be ready to resume our tradition of providing amazing holiday experiences for our guests .
”

P&O Cruises announced that it won't be going out to sea until October 15 while it focuses on working closely with public health bodies.
In a bid to approve further health and safety protocols across the company and "still give guests an amazing holiday", all customers who were booked on these cancelled sailings will receive an enhanced Future Cruise Credit.
Measures already include hand-sanitizing stations, rigorous cleaning and disinfecting procedures, health declaration forms and a medical facility on board.
During the recent crisis, they have added robust health screening while joining the ship, starting with thermal scanning of guests and crew.
P&O Cruises president Paul Ludlow said: “As a business our operational focus is not “when can we resume sailing?” but is instead “how can we develop a comprehensive restart protocol that will keep everyone on board, our crew and guests, safe and well and still give our guests an amazing holiday?”
“We are working with government and industry bodies at the highest possible level, such as Public Health England (PHE) and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to review every aspect of a holiday with us and establish a framework of policies and procedures.
"Our aspiration is to be adopting best practice in managing COVID-19 within the travel industry.
“Unfortunately, as the world continues to adapt to this global crisis, we have made the decision, difficult as it is, to extend our pause in operations for all sailings up to and including October 15, 2020. We are so sorry for the disappointment this will cause to so many of our guests.”
Following feedback from guests, P&O Cruises has also confirmed that the Future Cruise Credit, which may be held until the end of 2021, may be put against any holiday on sale at that time.
FCCs may also be used to upgrade or for a second cabin for any existing booking and also may be gifted or transferred to someone else. This option will also be available until the end of December 2021.
He added: “We want to apologise once again to those guests who wait for refunds, particularly at a time of financial constraints, however the new technology we have in place is rapidly improving things though and we continue to make further progress on a daily basis.”
“We have for years had in place many of the protocols now considered advisable for other social gathering venues, such as hand-sanitizing stations and rigorous cleaning and disinfecting procedures.
"We also have for years gone beyond those protocols by having guests complete a health declaration form and having a comprehensive medical facility on board each ship providing 24/7 medical care and treatment.
"During the recent crisis, we added robust health screening upon embarkation, starting with thermal scanning of guests and crew.
“Along with the rest of the world, we will adapt. We will work closely with medical experts and global authorities to help us determine the best way to move forward while honoring our highest responsibility – the health, safety, and wellbeing of our guests, crew and communities we visit, along with compliance and environmental protection.
“We have always taken such pride in our standards of cleanliness and hygiene before Covid-19, but when we return there will be enhanced protocols approved by hospitality and national public health authorities.
"This will ensure we continue to have in place high levels of cleanliness across every single aspect of public areas, crew living areas and every item of furniture in cabins and everywhere on board as well as approved safety standards for the service of food and drink; entertainment and experiences on board and on shore.
“When the time is right, we will be ready to resume our tradition of providing amazing holiday experiences for our guests.”


thedailyecho--2020-06-02--Spate of Southampton arson attacks slammed as 'life-threatening and needless'

FIREFIGHTERS have slammed arsonists following a spate of “ needless ” incidents across Southampton .
Over the weekend a shed in Thornhill Avenue was burnt to the ground leaving residents “ devastated and fearing for their safety ” .
Meanwhile , on May 19 a garage in Douglas Crescent , Bitterne was completely destroyed after a blaze broke out early in the morning .
A fence and the eaves of a nearby property were also damaged by the fire .
A bin on the driveway of a home in Upper Deacon Road was set ablaze at around 4.40am on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ separate incidents where sheds and garages have been set alight in recent weeks .
According to Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services , this puts a strain on firefighters meaning they are less able to deal with more serious and life-threatening call-outs .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services said : “ There have been five incidents involving garages and sheds in the Thornhill area since April 29 to date .
The last being on May 30 in Thornhill Avenue , which was a garden shed , “ The demands placed upon @ @ @ @ @ @ @ kinds of needless incidents means additional resources may have to be brought in to the local area to tackle other incidents nearby .
These incidents may be more serious , perhaps even life-threatening .
We encourage all Thornhill residents to be aware and report any suspicious behaviours to the police immediately by calling 101 or 999.
” Meanwhile , the police report to be investigating the spate of attacks .
Posting on social media a force spokesperson said : “ We are currently investigating a series of incidents in the Thornhill Park area @ @ @ @ @ @ @ set alight .
We are also speaking with the local Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service .
If anyone has any information relating to the incident in Thornhill Avenue please call 101 or Crimestoppers and quote reference number 44200192472 .
”

Over the weekend a shed in Thornhill Avenue was burnt to the ground leaving residents “devastated and fearing for their safety”.
Meanwhile, on May 19 a garage in Douglas Crescent, Bitterne was completely destroyed after a blaze broke out early in the morning.
A fence and the eaves of a nearby property were also damaged by the fire.
A bin on the driveway of a home in Upper Deacon Road was set ablaze at around 4.40am on the same date.
There have been five separate incidents where sheds and garages have been set alight in recent weeks.
According to Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services, this puts a strain on firefighters meaning they are less able to deal with more serious and life-threatening call-outs.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services said: “There have been five incidents involving garages and sheds in the Thornhill area since April 29 to date. The last being on May 30 in Thornhill Avenue, which was a garden shed,
“The demands placed upon the fire service in dealing with these kinds of needless incidents means additional resources may have to be brought in to the local area to tackle other incidents nearby. These incidents may be more serious, perhaps even life-threatening. We encourage all Thornhill residents to be aware and report any suspicious behaviours to the police immediately by calling 101 or 999.”
Meanwhile, the police report to be investigating the spate of attacks.
Posting on social media a force spokesperson said: “We are currently investigating a series of incidents in the Thornhill Park area, where sheds and garages have been set alight. We are also speaking with the local Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service. If anyone has any information relating to the incident in Thornhill Avenue please call 101 or Crimestoppers and quote reference number 44200192472.”