thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Camping in the Forest under fire over decision to keep sites shut

CIVIC chiefs are warning that the closure of New Forest campsites could cost the local economy £16m .
Most of major campsites in the district are run by Camping in the Forest ( CITF ) , which has decided to keep them closed until next summer because of the coronavirus pandemic .
Traders in the Lyndhurst area have already warned that the decision could result in their summer trade being slashed by 50 % .
Now the leader of New Forest District Council , Cllr Barry Rickman , has said the cost to the local economy as a whole could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he said : `` Our estimate of the impact on the local economy from lost discretionary guest expenditure ( 50 % occupancy of 3,105 pitches over the 87 days between 4th July and 28th September ) is a 'conservative ' £16 million .
`` If you then add the cost of the associated loss of local employment , supply chain costs , their own revenue ( a large proportion also spent locally by their staff ) it 's a staggeringly large figure .
`` With the campsites closed it also has the potential @ @ @ @ @ @ @ New Forest environment and community if camping visitors arrive and have no proper facilities to use .
`` Recognising the potential adverse impact this could have on the New Forest , I requested the council 's chief executive to engage with all partners , in addition to those mentioned earlier this includes both Hampshire County Council ( transport issues ) and the police ( anti-social behaviour issues ) .
Cllr Rickman said he had written to the government and had also spoken to the Forest 's two MPs .
He added : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they use whatever pressures are available to them to bring to bear on the company to reconsider their decision .
`` This is a critical moment for everyone who cares about the visitor generated economy in the New Forest and the very fabric of the forest 's cultural heritage .
`` Efforts are being made to identify whether in the medium term any other local operators could extend their operations to offer more campsite pitches .
`` I am hopeful and will update members on the progress we can make with partners on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of campsites , should CITF not reconsider their decision . ''
In a statement issued on June 24 CITF conformed that all its sites across the UK , including those in the Forest , would stay shut until next summer .
It added : `` It has been an extremely difficult decision to make and followed a careful review that considered many different factors but concluded that it is not viable to re-open the campsites from a safety , operational and financial perspective for the remainder of this year .
`` We fully @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , staff and our partnering businesses within the local area of the campsites .
`` Safety and wellbeing will always be our primary concern and from an operational position , Camping in the Forest sites pose unique challenges in the current circumstances , which has meant we would be unable to meet our high hygiene standards and adhere to government guidance on social distancing and gatherings , together with new measures for the running of campsites .
`` This will be a big disappointment to all Camping in the Forest customers and the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to offer sincere apologies .
Automatic refunds will be provided in full to all who have a booking .
`` Despite the disappointing position for the 2020 season Camping in the Forest remains fully committed to all its campsites and the communities that they sit within .
`` Our local relationships and working in partnership remain key and we will continue to oversee and manage all of our campsites in the usual way during the closed period .
`` This will include working closely with all local agencies , communities and stakeholders to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and kept to the high standard we pride ourselves in , nestled amongst the beautiful locations our campsites are within . ''

Most of major campsites in the district are run by Camping in the Forest (CITF), which has decided to keep them closed until next summer because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Traders in the Lyndhurst area have already warned that the decision could result in their summer trade being slashed by 50%.
Now the leader of New Forest District Council, Cllr Barry Rickman, has said the cost to the local economy as a whole could run into millions.
In a statement he said: "Our estimate of the impact on the local economy from lost discretionary guest expenditure (50% occupancy of 3,105 pitches over the 87 days between 4th July and 28th September) is a 'conservative' £16 million.
"If you then add the cost of the associated loss of local employment, supply chain costs, their own revenue (a large proportion also spent locally by their staff) it's a staggeringly large figure.
"With the campsites closed it also has the potential to have a significant impact on the New Forest environment and community if camping visitors arrive and have no proper facilities to use.
"Recognising the potential adverse impact this could have on the New Forest, I requested the council's chief executive to engage with all partners, in addition to those mentioned earlier this includes both Hampshire County Council (transport issues) and the police (anti-social behaviour issues).
Cllr Rickman said he had written to the government and had also spoken to the Forest's two MPs.
He added: "I have personally spoken to requesting that they use whatever pressures are available to them to bring to bear on the company to reconsider their decision.
"This is a critical moment for everyone who cares about the visitor generated economy in the New Forest and the very fabric of the forest's cultural heritage.
"Efforts are being made to identify whether in the medium term any other local operators could extend their operations to offer more campsite pitches.
"I am hopeful and will update members on the progress we can make with partners on providing this to offset the current loss of campsites, should CITF not reconsider their decision."
In a statement issued on June 24 CITF conformed that all its sites across the UK, including those in the Forest, would stay shut until next summer.
It added: "It has been an extremely difficult decision to make and followed a careful review that considered many different factors but concluded that it is not viable to re-open the campsites from a safety, operational and financial perspective for the remainder of this year.
"We fully understand the disappointment this will cause campers, staff and our partnering businesses within the local area of the campsites.
"Safety and wellbeing will always be our primary concern and from an operational position, Camping in the Forest sites pose unique challenges in the current circumstances, which has meant we would be unable to meet our high hygiene standards and adhere to government guidance on social distancing and gatherings, together with new measures for the running of campsites.
"This will be a big disappointment to all Camping in the Forest customers and the organisation has been in touch with them to offer sincere apologies. Automatic refunds will be provided in full to all who have a booking.
"Despite the disappointing position for the 2020 season Camping in the Forest remains fully committed to all its campsites and the communities that they sit within.
"Our local relationships and working in partnership remain key and we will continue to oversee and manage all of our campsites in the usual way during the closed period.
"This will include working closely with all local agencies, communities and stakeholders to ensure our campsites continue to be maintained and kept to the high standard we pride ourselves in, nestled amongst the beautiful locations our campsites are within."


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Teenage boy seriously injured after playground attack in Park Gate

A TEENAGE boy has been seriously injured after being attacked in a children 's playground .
At about 4.50pm on @ @ @ @ @ the victim was with some friends at Abshot Road in Park Gate when he was @ @ @ @ @ youths .
Police say that he was attacked by several members of the gang and @ @ @ @ @ There is a small car park near the playground and officers are asking anyone who @ @ @ @ @ park and captured anything on dash cam to come forward .
Anyone with information can @ @ @ @ @ quoting 44200246776 .
Alternatively they can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 .

At about 4.50pm on Sunday, July 5, the victim was with some friends at Abshot Road in Park Gate when he was approached by another group of youths.
Police say that he was attacked by several members of the gang and sustained serious facial injuries.
There is a small car park near the playground and officers are asking anyone who may have used the car park and captured anything on dash cam to come forward.
Anyone with information can contact police on 101, quoting 44200246776.
Alternatively they can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--SOUTHAMPTON dubbed the "99th sexiest place" in the UK (and the second sexiest in Hampshire)

SOUTHAMPTON has been dubbed the `` 99th sexiest place '' in the UK and the second sexiest place in Hampshire , according to new research .
According to research by sexual happiness brand `` Lovehoney '' , Southampton ranked as the second highest place in Hampshire for sexual activity , and 99th out of 750 locations in the UK .
The city 's 253,651 residents are said to have spent more per person on their sexual pleasure since lockdown began than anywhere else in the county except Portsmouth .
Rankings for other locations in Hampshire included Eastleigh , who came @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Lymington at 642nd and Romsey at 711th , and according to the new research , Sunderland came in at the number one spot , with the highest amount of sexual activity .
A spokesperson for Lovehoney believes the rise in sexual activity is due to singles and couples `` looking to escape the pressures of lockdown '' .
They said : “ Southampton is Hampshire ’ s second sexiest place with a big rise in sexual activity since lockdown .
We have seen a huge surge in activity in Hampshire as singles @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of lockdown by experimenting more sexually .
All our data shows that couples with great sex lives enjoy higher overall levels of happiness.
” The figures are based on Lovehoney ’ s extensive data on the UK ’ s sexual behaviour .

According to research by sexual happiness brand "Lovehoney", Southampton ranked as the second highest place in Hampshire for sexual activity, and 99th out of 750 locations in the UK.
The city's 253,651 residents are said to have spent more per person on their sexual pleasure since lockdown began than anywhere else in the county except Portsmouth.
Rankings for other locations in Hampshire included Eastleigh, who came in at 291st, Winchester at 461st, Lymington at 642nd and Romsey at 711th, and according to the new research, Sunderland came in at the number one spot, with the highest amount of sexual activity.
A spokesperson for Lovehoney believes the rise in sexual activity is due to singles and couples "looking to escape the pressures of lockdown".
They said: “Southampton is Hampshire’s second sexiest place with a big rise in sexual activity since lockdown. We have seen a huge surge in activity in Hampshire as singles and couples look to escape the pressures of lockdown by experimenting more sexually. All our data shows that couples with great sex lives enjoy higher overall levels of happiness.”
The figures are based on Lovehoney’s extensive data on the UK’s sexual behaviour.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--The earliest named pet in Britain is believed to have lived in Hampshire

HAMPSHIRE is a county known for its rife and colourful history , with years of historical importance throughout its towns , cities and countryside .
Now thanks to new research , the county has an additional history story that it can call its own .
The earliest named pet in Britain is believed to have lived in Hampshire , new research has revealed .
FirstVet has been working with animal historian Jacky Colliss Harvey - author of The Animal ’ s Companion : People and their Pets , a 26,000-Year-Old Love Story - to reveal the first recorded pet name @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mite , who lived in Beaulieu Abbey , around the year 1270 AD - and featured as a drawing in an illuminated manuscript of the time - is believed to be the earliest named domesticated animal documented in the UK .
• Warning to pet owners over spike in cats hit by cars on Hampshire roads Mite ’ was a cat who lived at the Abbey in the 13th century .
A depiction of the cat was found on the Cistercian Abbey ’ s account book from 1270 , where it is drawn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ above it in Latin .
Abuwtiyuw , an ancient Egyptian Pharaoh 's royal guard dog according to hieroglyphs carved on stone in 2280 BC , has a claim to the earliest documented named animal .
Jacky Colliss Harvey and FirstVet , an app which has recently expanded to the UK , are telling the stories of the earliest recorded examples of Britain ’ s domesticated animals .
FirstVet said they were inspired to collaborate with Colliss Harvey on this project as the naming of pets is `` one of the clearest indicators of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ property '' .
The naming of pets by people is an indicator of having a relationship with animals and is a key aspect of pets being perceived as a member of the family .
• Fire drama at Southampton tower block after cat knocked the toaster David Prien , CEO and co-founder of FirstVet , said : “ Eight-hundred years on from Mite , naturally much has changed in regards to pet care .
`` But the humanising aspect of naming an animal remains just as profound .
While the age of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the lives of pets , these rare but poignant historical examples of names demonstrate that , as now , animals were valued companions to humans .
`` Today , with advancements such as digital platforms to provide veterinary consultations , pet owners can ensure their beloved companions remain happy and healthy .
`` I probably care more for my pet ’ s health than I do my own - and I don ’ t think I ’ m alone.
” As well as the discovery of Mite , the team found a number @ @ @ @ @ @ @ British history .
Math was the beloved dog of King Richard II between 1367 and 1400 .
• Huge cat shaped hedge at cattery is given a mask and gloves Math is said to have deserted Richard II for his rival , Henry Bolingbroke - who would eventually go on to become King Henry IV .
Sturdy , a 14th-century dog , was owned by Nicholas Litlyngton , abbot of Westminster from 1362 to 1386 .
Nosewise , Smylefeste , Trynket , Nameless , Clenche , Holdfast , and Crab were names mentioned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ written by Edward , 2nd Duke of York between 1406 and 1413 .
Crab was later used as the name of a dog in Shakespeare 's 16th-century play , The Two Gentlemen of Verona .
Terri is the name of a small dog depicted in brass on the tomb of Sir John Cassey and his wife Alice in Deerhurst , Gloucestershire , around the year 1400 .
Jakke is written next to a dog depicted on the 1448 tomb of Sir Brain de Stapleton at Ingham in Norfolk .

Now thanks to new research, the county has an additional history story that it can call its own.
The earliest named pet in Britain is believed to have lived in Hampshire, new research has revealed.
FirstVet has been working with animal historian Jacky Colliss Harvey - author of The Animal’s Companion: People and their Pets, a 26,000-Year-Old Love Story - to reveal the first recorded pet name in British history.
A cat called Mite, who lived in Beaulieu Abbey, around the year 1270 AD - and featured as a drawing in an illuminated manuscript of the time - is believed to be the earliest named domesticated animal documented in the UK.
Mite’ was a cat who lived at the Abbey in the 13th century.
A depiction of the cat was found on the Cistercian Abbey’s account book from 1270, where it is drawn with the name ‘Mite’ written above it in Latin.
Abuwtiyuw, an ancient Egyptian Pharaoh's royal guard dog according to hieroglyphs carved on stone in 2280 BC, has a claim to the earliest documented named animal.
Jacky Colliss Harvey and FirstVet, an app which has recently expanded to the UK, are telling the stories of the earliest recorded examples of Britain’s domesticated animals.
FirstVet said they were inspired to collaborate with Colliss Harvey on this project as the naming of pets is "one of the clearest indicators of animals becoming viewed as more than simply property".
The naming of pets by people is an indicator of having a relationship with animals and is a key aspect of pets being perceived as a member of the family.
Fire drama at Southampton tower block after cat knocked the toaster
David Prien, CEO and co-founder of FirstVet, said: “Eight-hundred years on from Mite, naturally much has changed in regards to pet care.
"But the humanising aspect of naming an animal remains just as profound. While the age of the internet has resulted in vast documentation of the lives of pets, these rare but poignant historical examples of names demonstrate that, as now, animals were valued companions to humans.
"Today, with advancements such as digital platforms to provide veterinary consultations, pet owners can ensure their beloved companions remain happy and healthy.
"I probably care more for my pet’s health than I do my own - and I don’t think I’m alone.”
As well as the discovery of Mite, the team found a number of the other earliest named pets in British history.
Math was the beloved dog of King Richard II between 1367 and 1400.
Math is said to have deserted Richard II for his rival, Henry Bolingbroke - who would eventually go on to become King Henry IV.
Sturdy, a 14th-century dog, was owned by Nicholas Litlyngton, abbot of Westminster from 1362 to 1386.
Nosewise, Smylefeste, Trynket, Nameless, Clenche, Holdfast, and Crab were names mentioned in a 15th-century book on hunting, written by Edward, 2nd Duke of York between 1406 and 1413.
Crab was later used as the name of a dog in Shakespeare's 16th-century play, The Two Gentlemen of Verona.
Terri is the name of a small dog depicted in brass on the tomb of Sir John Cassey and his wife Alice in Deerhurst, Gloucestershire, around the year 1400.
Jakke is written next to a dog depicted on the 1448 tomb of Sir Brain de Stapleton at Ingham in Norfolk.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Chocolate - vote for your favourite long last bar

TODAY is World Chocolate Day , so the Daily Echo takes a look back at some of the tasty treats @ @ @ @ @ , Rowntree , Nestlé , Mars and Fry - each of the big five have @ @ @ @ @ were still on the shelves .
From the old-school classic of Cadbury 's Old Jamaica @ @ @ @ @ chocolate Time Out wafer , there 's something each of us have an occasional nostalgic @ @ @ @ @ Echo is also asking readers to vote for which chocolate bar they would most like @ @ @ @ @ shelves .
• READ MORE : 101 retro Easter eggs - how many do you @ @ @ @ @ Having your say is easy - simply click on the vote icon of your favourite @ @ @ @ @ it gets , the higher it climbs up the list .

Cadbury, Rowntree, Nestlé, Mars and Fry - each of the big five have bars of wonderment we wish were still on the shelves.
From the old-school classic of Cadbury's Old Jamaica through to the recently fallen chocolate Time Out wafer, there's something each of us have an occasional nostalgic hankering for.
The Daily Echo is also asking readers to vote for which chocolate bar they would most like to see return to shop shelves.
Having your say is easy - simply click on the vote icon of your favourite below - the more votes it gets, the higher it climbs up the list.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Social worker found dead at Southampton flat

A SOUTHAMPTON social worker was found dead while laying on the sofa at home , an inquest heard .
Matthew @ @ @ @ @ was said to have been found laying on his back on the sofa in a @ @ @ @ @ But after an investigation , the cause of his death can not be ascertained , @ @ @ @ @ was said that his last known contact with someone was the day before his death @ @ @ @ @ was on August 25 last year , before he died on August 26 in the @ @ @ @ @ St James House , Orchard Lane , Southampton .
He was originally born in Glasgow @ @ @ @ @ to the area and becoming a social worker .

Matthew Andreas Stensland, 50, was said to have been found laying on his back on the sofa in a city flat last August.
But after an investigation, the cause of his death cannot be ascertained, the inquest heard.
It was said that his last known contact with someone was the day before his death, at 4pm.
This was on August 25 last year, before he died on August 26 in the flat where he lived at St James House, Orchard Lane, Southampton.
Coroner Jason Pegg concluded the death as open.
He was originally born in Glasgow, Scotland, before moving to the area and becoming a social worker.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Three men arrested after street brawl in St Mary Street

THREE men have been arrested in connection with a public order incident in Southampton .
Police were called to St Mary Street just before 8.30pm on Sunday , to a report of a large group of people fighting in the street .
• PHOTOS : Police cordon off area of Southampton after fight broke out Police arriving at the scene of the fight .
By : Mikkel Dyrup A 17-year-old girl was taken to Southampton General Hospital and has since been discharged .
Officers attended and arrested three men aged 22 , 26 and 55 , all from Southampton , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ All three remain in custody at this time .
PHOTO : Pictures from the scene show a large group gathered in the street A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said : `` Officers will be in the area today continuing with their enquiries .
If you have any concerns , please don ’ t hesitate to speak to our officers .
`` Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information should call us on 101 , quoting 44200247049 .
`` Alternatively , you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 . ''

Police were called to St Mary Street just before 8.30pm on Sunday, to a report of a large group of people fighting in the street.
Police arriving at the scene of the fight. By: Mikkel Dyrup
A 17-year-old girl was taken to Southampton General Hospital and has since been discharged.
Officers attended and arrested three men aged 22, 26 and 55, all from Southampton, on suspicion of public order offences.
All three remain in custody at this time.
PHOTO: Pictures from the scene show a large group gathered in the street
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said: "Officers will be in the area today continuing with their enquiries. If you have any concerns, please don’t hesitate to speak to our officers.
"Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information should call us on 101, quoting 44200247049.
"Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Southampton airport runway plan consultation lauched

A PUBLIC consultation over plans to expand Southampton Airport is set to start this week .
Airport bosses have confirmed that a consultation on proposals to expand the runway at Southampton Airport by 164 metres is scheduled to go live once all checks on the plans will be completed by Eastleigh Borough Council .
An exact date is yet to be confirmed and the plans are yet to be published on the borough council ’ s planning portal .
However , bosses at Southampton Airport said they will formally launch the consultation on July 10 with further details set to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Airport would 'struggle to survive ' if runway is not extended Residents will then have 30 days to have their say on the proposals which also include plans to add an extra 600 parking spaces to the existing long stay car park .
Those who would like to take part in the consultation will be able to comment on the new plans through the borough council ’ s planning portal .
The one set to start next week , will be the second public consultation on the airport expansion .
The news comes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ criticism as some residents raised concerns over the impact the expansion would have on the environment and pollution .
Neighbouring local authorities including Southampton and Winchester councils objected to the scheme .
• More flights due to return to Southampton Airport after lockdown A Southampton Airport spokesperson said : “ Following a high level of excellent feedback received during the first public consultation last autumn , our planning team has listened to those comments , and made some significant updates and improvements in many key areas .
`` Extending our runway is absolutely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Please show your support once the consultation goes live by leaving a comment .
`` Even if you left a comment last time – please do so again .
And if you didn ’ t support it last time , we would encourage you to take another look as the plans have evolved in many areas.
” A final decision is expected to be made by Eastleigh Borough Council .
A date is yet to be set , but as reported , last month borough council leader Keith House said the proposals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the earliest .

Airport bosses have confirmed that a consultation on proposals to expand the runway at Southampton Airport by 164 metres is scheduled to go live once all checks on the plans will be completed by Eastleigh Borough Council.
An exact date is yet to be confirmed and the plans are yet to be published on the borough council’s planning portal.
However, bosses at Southampton Airport said they will formally launch the consultation on July 10 with further details set to be released next week.
Residents will then have 30 days to have their say on the proposals which also include plans to add an extra 600 parking spaces to the existing long stay car park.
Those who would like to take part in the consultation will be able to comment on the new plans through the borough council’s planning portal.
The one set to start next week, will be the second public consultation on the airport expansion.
The news comes as the initial plans were met with criticism as some residents raised concerns over the impact the expansion would have on the environment and pollution.
Neighbouring local authorities including Southampton and Winchester councils objected to the scheme.
A Southampton Airport spokesperson said: “Following a high level of excellent feedback received during the first public consultation last autumn, our planning team has listened to those comments, and made some significant updates and improvements in many key areas.
"Extending our runway is absolutely vital to the future of Southampton Airport. Please show your support once the consultation goes live by leaving a comment.
"Even if you left a comment last time – please do so again. And if you didn’t support it last time, we would encourage you to take another look as the plans have evolved in many areas.”
A final decision is expected to be made by Eastleigh Borough Council.
A date is yet to be set, but as reported, last month borough council leader Keith House said the proposals might not be discussed until September at the earliest.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Hampshire healthy pet food retailer opens huge new store in Totton

AN independent pet food retailer who focuses on healthy diets for cats and dogs has completed her expansion into a former supermarket in Totton creating one of the biggest stores of its kind in the country .
After an extensive refurbishment project , part of the the former Countywide farm supplies store in Salisbury Road has been taken over by the Healthy Pet Store and now offers an extensive selection for pooches , moggies and the pampered pet in your life .
Managing Director Deborah Burrows is delighted to have completed the big move .
She created the Healthy Pet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to provide a nutritious alternative for animals that could improve their health and wellbeing .
Since then she has seen the market for healthy pet food grow significantly , creating the opportunity for her to move into a bigger outlet .
The new store has 30 freezers of her own-brand frozen raw meat meals for cats and dogs - more than 50 recipes in total .
The store also has other healthy food alternatives for animals as well as toys and dog training supplies .
Deborah told the Daily Echo : “ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ home where we have so much more space for our customers and for our staff .
“ This move means we are much better able to spend time talking to our customers and advising them on their meal choices for their pets .
Our customers had been telling us that they wished there was more room and now in our new store there is lots of space.
” The new store is the largest retailer of frozen fresh foods for meat-eating pets in the country .
Freshly frozen raw meat recipes are a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ market and are popular among those who want a healthy and nutritious diet for their pets , and for those who are looking for better value for money too .
The Healthy Pet Store currently sells more than seven tonnes of frozen meals for pets each week , and that figure is continuing to grow .
Deborah added : “ There is a lot more focus for pet owners these days on providing healthy and nutritious food for their cats and dogs because of the physical and mental benefits this can bring .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and convenient way to do this .
“ We are very careful with the ranges of products we stock to ensure companion animals are getting the very best food , and more , that they need for a healthy lifestyle .
”

After an extensive refurbishment project, part of the the former Countywide farm supplies store in Salisbury Road has been taken over by the Healthy Pet Store and now offers an extensive selection for pooches, moggies and the pampered pet in your life.
Managing Director Deborah Burrows is delighted to have completed the big move.
She created the Healthy Pet Store brand just over five years ago to provide a nutritious alternative for animals that could improve their health and wellbeing.
Since then she has seen the market for healthy pet food grow significantly, creating the opportunity for her to move into a bigger outlet.
The new store has 30 freezers of her own-brand frozen raw meat meals for cats and dogs - more than 50 recipes in total.
The store also has other healthy food alternatives for animals as well as toys and dog training supplies.
Deborah told the Daily Echo: “We are delighted to be in our new home where we have so much more space for our customers and for our staff.
“This move means we are much better able to spend time talking to our customers and advising them on their meal choices for their pets. Our customers had been telling us that they wished there was more room and now in our new store there is lots of space.”
The new store is the largest retailer of frozen fresh foods for meat-eating pets in the country.
Freshly frozen raw meat recipes are a rapidly growing part of the pet food market and are popular among those who want a healthy and nutritious diet for their pets, and for those who are looking for better value for money too.
The Healthy Pet Store currently sells more than seven tonnes of frozen meals for pets each week, and that figure is continuing to grow.
Deborah added: “There is a lot more focus for pet owners these days on providing healthy and nutritious food for their cats and dogs because of the physical and mental benefits this can bring. We provide an easy, straight forward and convenient way to do this.
“We are very careful with the ranges of products we stock to ensure companion animals are getting the very best food, and more, that they need for a healthy lifestyle.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Kasabian singer Tom Meighan pleads guilty to assaulting former fiancee

Former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan , 39 , has pleaded guilty at Leicester Magistrates ’ Court to assaulting former fiancee Vikki Ager .
On Tuesday , Leicester Magistrates ’ Court was told former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan “ smelt heavily of intoxicants ” as he assaulted his former fiancee .
The court heard a child witnessed the assault and contacted 999 to say a “ domestic incident was taking place ” .
Prosecutor Naeem Valli said the child “ sounded panicked and afraid ” while making the call and the victim could be heard saying “ get off me , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said officers described Vikki Ager as being “ visibly upset ” while Meighan was said to be “ unco-operative and aggressive ” .
He quit Kasabian on Monday , with the band releasing a statement saying he was dealing with “ personal issues ” and wanted to concentrate on “ getting his life back on track ” .
He subsequently wrote on Twitter : “ Following today ’ s announcement I just wanted to let you all know that I am doing well .
I ’ m in a really good place now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and support .
I ’ ll be seeing you all very soon .
”

On Tuesday, Leicester Magistrates’ Court was told former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan “smelt heavily of intoxicants” as he assaulted his former fiancee.
The court heard a child witnessed the assault and contacted 999 to say a “domestic incident was taking place”.
Prosecutor Naeem Valli said the child “sounded panicked and afraid” while making the call and the victim could be heard saying “get off me, get off me”.
Mr Valli said officers described Vikki Ager as being “visibly upset” while Meighan was said to be “unco-operative and aggressive”.
He quit Kasabian on Monday, with the band releasing a statement saying he was dealing with “personal issues” and wanted to concentrate on “getting his life back on track”.
He subsequently wrote on Twitter: “Following today’s announcement I just wanted to let you all know that I am doing well. I’m in a really good place now.
“Thanks for all your love and support. I’ll be seeing you all very soon.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Barrhead Travel announces redundancy plans

Barrhead Travel has announced it will be making redundancies as a “ direct result of the impact of Covid-19 ” .
The travel company announced that customer confidence in overseas holidays had dropped due to the ongoing health pandemic .
This , coupled with the end of the furlough scheme , meant the company has had to make “ difficult decisions ” .
Jacqueline Dobson , president of Barrhead Travel , said : “ In common with many others in our industry , we are having to make difficult decisions as a direct result of the impact of Covid-19 on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dented by the ongoing uncertainty surrounding quarantine and travel restrictions .
This , combined with the imminent closure of the furlough scheme , means we have had to announce a number of redundancies .
“ We will be ensuring that there is full support available for all our colleagues – personally and professionally – over the coming months.
” The company also stated that the shop in St Vincent Street , Glasgow , was at risk of closure .
However , it added that staff who are based there will be moving to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ travel agent currently has 76 shops in Scotland , with offices in Newcastle , Cumbria , Southampton , Leicester and Belfast .

The travel company announced that customer confidence in overseas holidays had dropped due to the ongoing health pandemic.
This, coupled with the end of the furlough scheme, meant the company has had to make “difficult decisions”.
Jacqueline Dobson, president of Barrhead Travel, said: “In common with many others in our industry, we are having to make difficult decisions as a direct result of the impact of Covid-19 on holidays.
“Customer confidence has been dented by the ongoing uncertainty surrounding quarantine and travel restrictions. This, combined with the imminent closure of the furlough scheme, means we have had to announce a number of redundancies.
“We will be ensuring that there is full support available for all our colleagues – personally and professionally – over the coming months.”
The company also stated that the shop in St Vincent Street, Glasgow, was at risk of closure. However, it added that staff who are based there will be moving to the superstore on Oswald Street.
The travel agent currently has 76 shops in Scotland, with offices in Newcastle, Cumbria, Southampton, Leicester and Belfast.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Plans for new building on busy Southampton road submitted

A NEW three-storey building could be built on a busy Southampton high street should plans be approved by civic chiefs @ @ @ @ @ a site on Shirley Road has been submitted to Southampton City Council .
The proposals @ @ @ @ @ building containing nine flats .
It would include three two-bed flats and six one-bed flats @ @ @ @ @ bin storage .
A decision is yet to be made on the plans by the @ @ @

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thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Most unusual places in Hampshire to get married

Happy couples are able to tie the knot once again as lockdown measures are lifted .
New guidelines aim to keep people safe as they come together to celebrate weddings and civil ceremonies : • A maximum of 30 people should attend ceremonies and only where there is space to socially distance .
• No food or drink should be consumed unless essential for the ceremony .
• Group singing and playing of instruments should be avoided .
• It is “ strongly advised ” that receptions do not take place afterwards .
Planning your wedding in the middle of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ order , so to make it easier we ’ ve come up with a list of the top five most unusual venues in Hampshire .
Heralded as one of the UK ’ s most unique wedding venues , the Grade II listed railway station is the perfect venue for any avid train-spotter or vintage-lover .
With the capacity for up to 120 guests the Horsebridge Station is close to the River Test with spectacular views all around .
The wedding package includes the ceremony on platform one or two , hire of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sound and more .
Horsebridge Station is available on an exclusive use basis and set-up can be done the day before the wedding .
Wow , with a name like that we know we ’ re on to a winner .
This magnificent Grade 1 listed building , built in 1771 as a gunpowder store for the Royal Navy is the perfect setting for any wedding and reception .
You and up to 180 guests are able to absorb the breathtaking waterfront views in this unique venue with vaulted ceilings and Georgian wooden @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard , the museum is home to the HMS Warrior and many other exciting vessels .
The wedding package offers furniture and rentals , lighting , sound and music as well as a dance floor and valet parking .
What could be more magical than an enchanting woodland wedding hidden amongst the trees of the New Forest National Park ?
Set in a private woodland estate , Weddings in the Wood offers a tailor-made wedding service that is individual to each happy couple .
With approved premises for civil marriages @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on site at one of their two legal venues .
The Carpenters Barn allows couples to marry in front of their family and friends whilst the Bridal Hut is an intimate place to say “ I do ” .
The medieval Great Hall is home to the world-famous Round Table .
With awe-inspiring architecture and significant grandeur , The Great Hall is classed as a truly magnificent and romantic wedding venue .
The legendary venue also features a stunning courtyard and Queen Eleanor ’ s Garden .
The venue has a capacity of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the quirkiest wedding venues in Hampshire is the Princess Caroline .
Based in Ocean Village , Southampton the staff and fully-trained crew are able to travel to allow you to set sale in different places , giving your day that special extra touch .
A picturesque setting with the capacity for up to 120 people , the Princess Caroline is fully equipped with a banquet hall , terraces and even a top-deck dance floor .

New guidelines aim to keep people safe as they come together to celebrate weddings and civil ceremonies:
A maximum of 30 people should attend ceremonies and only where there is space to socially distance.
No food or drink should be consumed unless essential for the ceremony.
Group singing and playing of instruments should be avoided.
It is “strongly advised” that receptions do not take place afterwards.
Planning your wedding in the middle of a global pandemic is quite a tall order, so to make it easier we’ve come up with a list of the top five most unusual venues in Hampshire.
Horsebridge Station, Stockbridge
Heralded as one of the UK’s most unique wedding venues, the Grade II listed railway station is the perfect venue for any avid train-spotter or vintage-lover.
With the capacity for up to 120 guests the Horsebridge Station is close to the River Test with spectacular views all around.
The wedding package includes the ceremony on platform one or two, hire of the marquee for wedding breakfast, lighting, sound and more.
Horsebridge Station is available on an exclusive use basis and set-up can be done the day before the wedding.
The Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower, Gosport
Wow, with a name like that we know we’re on to a winner.
This magnificent Grade 1 listed building, built in 1771 as a gunpowder store for the Royal Navy is the perfect setting for any wedding and reception.
You and up to 180 guests are able to absorb the breathtaking waterfront views in this unique venue with vaulted ceilings and Georgian wooden floors.
Located in the heart of the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, the museum is home to the HMS Warrior and many other exciting vessels.
The wedding package offers furniture and rentals, lighting, sound and music as well as a dance floor and valet parking.
Weddings in the Wood, Lyndhurst
What could be more magical than an enchanting woodland wedding hidden amongst the trees of the New Forest National Park?
Set in a private woodland estate, Weddings in the Wood offers a tailor-made wedding service that is individual to each happy couple.
With approved premises for civil marriages the ceremony and party can take place on site at one of their two legal venues.
The Carpenters Barn allows couples to marry in front of their family and friends whilst the Bridal Hut is an intimate place to say “I do”.
The Great Hall, Winchester
The medieval Great Hall is home to the world-famous Round Table.
With awe-inspiring architecture and significant grandeur, The Great Hall is classed as a truly magnificent and romantic wedding venue.
The legendary venue also features a stunning courtyard and Queen Eleanor’s Garden.
The venue has a capacity of 350.
The Princess Caroline, Southampton
Ahoy There! One of the quirkiest wedding venues in Hampshire is the Princess Caroline.
Based in Ocean Village, Southampton the staff and fully-trained crew are able to travel to allow you to set sale in different places, giving your day that special extra touch.
A picturesque setting with the capacity for up to 120 people, the Princess Caroline is fully equipped with a banquet hall, terraces and even a top-deck dance floor.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--One lane of M3 near Winchester blocked by broken down vehicle

The breakdown has blocked one lane on the northbound carriageway of the M3 at Winnall .
It tweeted : `` @ @ @ @ @ to broken down vehicle .
Short delays on approach . ''


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--New Forest Water Park owner believes they should be able to open aqua park

THE OWNER of the New Forest Water Park believes he should be able to open the aqua park part of their site .
Mark Jury runs the water park with his two children Ben and Millie , and despite being able to run their kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding , they have not been able to open the aqua park – the inflatable assault course .
Mr Jury said : “ New Forest Water Park is a family run business .
We run various water sports from wakeboarding , stand-up paddleboarding , open water swimming and the aqua park .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ open the aqua park but we have been open for about a month with social distancing for the other sports.
” Mr Jury said the aqua park holds 290 people and usually at this time of year the park usually has 2,000 visitors a day .
“ At the moment we about 50 , ” he continued .
“ We can split our aqua park into four so aqua park A runs on the hour , B at quarter past , C at half past and so on .
“ You can then @ @ @ @ @ @ @ per aqua park .
“ All booking and disclaimers online .
No changing facilities , we ’ ll supply buoyancy aids with regular cleaning .
“ We can ’ t even do that which to me is crazy.
” Last year the water park employed more than 50 people , however Mr Jury said only he and his two children are working there this summer .
“ I feel aggrieved because we should have been able to open the aqua park .
“ It is exercise , it is a kind of sport @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prove it you should be able to open.
” A spokesperson for the department for digital , culture , media and sport said : `` We recognise the importance of re-opening our indoor and outdoor pools as swimming is a great way for people of all ages to stay fit and healthy .
`` There are concerns about transmission around points of contact like changing facilities , so we need to be fully assured that swimmers and staff will be safe .
“ We are working hard with the sector on this and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to reopen from mid-July along with gyms and leisure centres . ''

Mark Jury runs the water park with his two children Ben and Millie, and despite being able to run their kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, they have not been able to open the aqua park – the inflatable assault course.
Mr Jury said: “New Forest Water Park is a family run business. We run various water sports from wakeboarding, stand-up paddleboarding, open water swimming and the aqua park.
“We have been told we cannot open the aqua park but we have been open for about a month with social distancing for the other sports.”
Mr Jury said the aqua park holds 290 people and usually at this time of year the park usually has 2,000 visitors a day.
“At the moment we about 50,” he continued.
“We can split our aqua park into four so aqua park A runs on the hour, B at quarter past, C at half past and so on.
“You can then open with a maximum of six people per aqua park.
“All booking and disclaimers online. No changing facilities, we’ll supply buoyancy aids with regular cleaning.
“We can’t even do that which to me is crazy.”
Last year the water park employed more than 50 people, however Mr Jury said only he and his two children are working there this summer.
“I feel aggrieved because we should have been able to open the aqua park.
“It is exercise, it is a kind of sport. If you can socially distance and prove it you should be able to open.”
A spokesperson for the department for digital, culture, media and sport said: "We recognise the importance of re-opening our indoor and outdoor pools as swimming is a great way for people of all ages to stay fit and healthy.
"There are concerns about transmission around points of contact like changing facilities, so we need to be fully assured that swimmers and staff will be safe.
“We are working hard with the sector on this and our ambition is for pools to begin to reopen from mid-July along with gyms and leisure centres."


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Theatre Royal Winchester charity needs help to raise £225k

THE charity which runs Theatre Royal Winchester , Hat Fair and Playmakers needs to raise £225,000 to survive beyond the coronavirus crisis .
Play to the Crowd has launched an appeal to raise the much-needed funds by the end of September .
Chief executive Deryck Newland said : “ Since Theatre Royal Winchester was forced to close on 16 March , overnight we lost 80 % of our income from ticket and bar sales .
This is financially devastating us .
Despite taking significant measures and difficult decisions to safeguard the charity we now need our community ’ s help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been the first day of Hat Fair , we have launched our Survival Fundraising Appeal and urge those within our community who are able to , to donate without delay to help us be there beyond this crisis .
“ As yet we do not have any guidelines from the UK government as to when live performance or events can return .
This is making it impossible to know when we can start planning and programming.
” With no source of income , no indication as to when the theatre will be able @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , along with the imminent changes to the Job Retention scheme from August and end to the scheme in October , the charity has said that it may be forced to make redundancies .
Mr Newland continued : “ So it is with great sadness and a heavy heart that we are currently undergoing restructuring consultations with our team .
“ We are absolutely determined to survive this - the small team that are currently working , together with our extremely committed Board of Trustees , are exploring every avenue to get us @ @ @ @ @ @ @ creative participation are absolutely vital to so many people ’ s well-being and positive mental health and beyond this crisis as a society we will need these activities more than ever .
“ Help us be there for our community by making a donation or spreading the word about our appeal .
For anyone who has purchased tickets for future shows you can rest assured that your money is safe and should the event get cancelled then you will always be offered a full refund.
” Speaking about the future , Mr Newland @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being able to present shows again in the theatre , restart all our community engagement work and bring a super special Hat Fair to you in 2021 .
“ Together we can save live professional performance for Winchester .
Don ’ t delay , donate now .
Thank you.
” Play to the Crowd have cancelled this year ’ s Hat Fair Outdoor Arts festival , Playmakers activities and all live events at Theatre Royal Winchester until 31 August 2020 currently .
To make a donation go to www.crowdfunder.co.uk/playtothecrowd or call Theatre Royal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 840 440 .

Play to the Crowd has launched an appeal to raise the much-needed funds by the end of September.
Chief executive Deryck Newland said: “Since Theatre Royal Winchester was forced to close on 16 March, overnight we lost 80% of our income from ticket and bar sales. This is financially devastating us. Despite taking significant measures and difficult decisions to safeguard the charity we now need our community’s help. Today, on what would have been the first day of Hat Fair, we have launched our Survival Fundraising Appeal and urge those within our community who are able to, to donate without delay to help us be there beyond this crisis.
“As yet we do not have any guidelines from the UK government as to when live performance or events can return. This is making it impossible to know when we can start planning and programming.”
With no source of income, no indication as to when the theatre will be able to reopen, and expected reduced audiences, along with the imminent changes to the Job Retention scheme from August and end to the scheme in October, the charity has said that it may be forced to make redundancies.
Mr Newland continued: “So it is with great sadness and a heavy heart that we are currently undergoing restructuring consultations with our team.
“We are absolutely determined to survive this - the small team that are currently working, together with our extremely committed Board of Trustees, are exploring every avenue to get us through this.
“Live performance and creative participation are absolutely vital to so many people’s well-being and positive mental health and beyond this crisis as a society we will need these activities more than ever.
“Help us be there for our community by making a donation or spreading the word about our appeal. For anyone who has purchased tickets for future shows you can rest assured that your money is safe and should the event get cancelled then you will always be offered a full refund.”
Speaking about the future, Mr Newland added: “We look forward to being able to present shows again in the theatre, restart all our community engagement work and bring a super special Hat Fair to you in 2021.
“Together we can save live professional performance for Winchester. Don’t delay, donate now. Thank you.”
Play to the Crowd have cancelled this year’s Hat Fair Outdoor Arts festival, Playmakers activities and all live events at Theatre Royal Winchester until 31 August 2020 currently.
To make a donation go to www.crowdfunder.co.uk/playtothecrowd or call Theatre Royal Winchester’s Box Office on 01962 840 440.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Passengers can once again ride a steam train through one of the South's most famous gardens

PASSENGERS are once again able to enjoy a steam railway ride through one of the south ’ s most famous gardens after changes in Government guidance .
Train staff at Exbury Gardens , located in the New Forest , are `` chuffed '' to once again welcome visitors aboard the steam train , which takes passengers on a one and a half mile journey through the narrow-gauge railway around the gardens , Lots of measures have been put in place to ensure visitors have a fun - and safe - journey , and passengers now need to pre-book tickets at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ required to wear a face mask during their train trip .
For the time being , only half the train ’ s passenger compartments are used and protective screens divide them , while face masks and hand sanitiser are available on the railway platform .
Ian Wilson , railway foreman at Exbury Gardens , said : “ We ’ re so chuffed to be able to reopen our steam railway as we know how popular it is with visitors .
Our team have worked really hard to put all the safety precautions in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ feedback from visitors about the protective measures we ’ ve introduced in our gardens and we ’ re confident train passengers will feel the same .
The gardens are looking spectacular at the moment in their summer finery , so what better time to visit.
” Exbury was one of the first garden attractions to reopen in the UK , on May 30 , and has since safely welcomed thousands of visitors to its 200 acres of stunning woodland gardens .

Train staff at Exbury Gardens, located in the New Forest, are "chuffed" to once again welcome visitors aboard the steam train, which takes passengers on a one and a half mile journey through the narrow-gauge railway around the gardens,
Lots of measures have been put in place to ensure visitors have a fun - and safe - journey, and passengers now need to pre-book tickets at the visitor entrance on arrival and are required to wear a face mask during their train trip.
For the time being, only half the train’s passenger compartments are used and protective screens divide them, while face masks and hand sanitiser are available on the railway platform.
Ian Wilson, railway foreman at Exbury Gardens, said: “We’re so chuffed to be able to reopen our steam railway as we know how popular it is with visitors. Our team have worked really hard to put all the safety precautions in place. We’ve had fantastic feedback from visitors about the protective measures we’ve introduced in our gardens and we’re confident train passengers will feel the same. The gardens are looking spectacular at the moment in their summer finery, so what better time to visit.”
Exbury was one of the first garden attractions to reopen in the UK, on May 30, and has since safely welcomed thousands of visitors to its 200 acres of stunning woodland gardens.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Heath fire at North Ripley tackled by crew from Ringwood

FIREFIGHTERS from Ringwood tackled a heath fire in Anna Lane near North Ripley .
An area of heath 10m x @ @ @ @ @ they arrived at the scene last night .
Two hose reels , one main line @ @ @ @ @ used to extinguish the fire .


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--This college's allotment project has been a big success

THE ALLOTMENT project of a local college in Eastleigh has been a big success , producing fresh healthy produce for its canteen .
Since it 's creation last year , Barton Peveril College 's Allotment project has been very successful , transforming an unused area of the college campus into an area that can offer students the chance to learn new skills outside of the classroom , and a place where fresh produce can be grown to be used in the college canteen .
So far , the Allotment Project has grown an array of fruit and vegetable products , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ potatoes , onions , tomatoes , lettuce and more .
One of the students involved in the Project , Nathaniel Sergi , based this Extended Project Qualification on his work on the allotment , by planting seedlings and wildflower seeds into the bank , in a bid to encourage bees to make their home in the sustainable area of college land .
Nathaniel said : `` My ambition was to take an unused , overgrown area alongside the newly created college allotment and transform it into an area where wildflowers and plants would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pollinators and where wildlife can thrive within a highly urbanised area .
`` It was fortunate that I cultivated and sowed the wildflower area on March 14 - just the week before lockdown .
Although college has been closed and I have been unable to visit until this last week , the rain and sun have played their part ensuring the survival of the bank .
I will leave Barton Peveril College in summer 2021 but my living wildflower installation will hopefully help wildlife and pollinators for years to come .
”

Since it's creation last year, Barton Peveril College's Allotment project has been very successful, transforming an unused area of the college campus into an area that can offer students the chance to learn new skills outside of the classroom, and a place where fresh produce can be grown to be used in the college canteen.
So far, the Allotment Project has grown an array of fruit and vegetable products, including, spinach, spring onions, potatoes, onions, tomatoes, lettuce and more.
One of the students involved in the Project, Nathaniel Sergi, based this Extended Project Qualification on his work on the allotment, by planting seedlings and wildflower seeds into the bank, in a bid to encourage bees to make their home in the sustainable area of college land.
Nathaniel said: "My ambition was to take an unused, overgrown area alongside the newly created college allotment and transform it into an area where wildflowers and plants would grow, encouraging a wide range of pollinators and where wildlife can thrive within a highly urbanised area.
"It was fortunate that I cultivated and sowed the wildflower area on March 14 - just the week before lockdown. Although college has been closed and I have been unable to visit until this last week, the rain and sun have played their part ensuring the survival of the bank. I will leave Barton Peveril College in summer 2021 but my living wildflower installation will hopefully help wildlife and pollinators for years to come.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--LETTER: Alex Dyke is the best thing on Radio Solent, the mind boggles

What are the people at Radio Solent thinking ?
Why would anyone get rid of their most popular show ?
@ @ @ @ @ attract a younger audience , well a younger audience are already catered for with other @ @ @ @ @ leave them to listen to a BBC local radio station ?
Alex Dyke is the @ @ @ @ @ the mind boggles .
Why they would axe his Afternoon Wall of Sound ?
I @ @ @ @ @ to him on weekends now and during the week this 49 year old will be @ @ @ @ @ .

They say they want to attract a younger audience, well a younger audience are already catered for with other stations.
Why would they leave them to listen to a BBC local radio station?
Alex Dyke is the best thing on Solent, the mind boggles. Why they would axe his Afternoon Wall of Sound?
I’ll only be listening to him on weekends now and during the week this 49 year old will be finding a new radio station.
Lee Bennett
Weston


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Maritime UK calls for 'Coastal Powerhouse' minister

THE government has been challenged to appoint a “ Coastal Powerhouse minister ” to champion the maritime sector that makes up a huge slice of the Solent ’ s economy .
The call came at the start of Seafarers Awareness Week from Maritime UK , the umbrella body for Britain ’ s £46billion maritime sector .
The minister would be responsible for improving the lives of the three million people living on Britain ’ s coast , who may be worst hit by the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic .
Maritime UK says the sector is worth £3.3bn in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and supporting 265,400 jobs in the supply chain .
Previous figures have said marine and maritime account for more than a fifth of Solent ’ s GVA ( gross value added ) , supporting 40,000 jobs and more than 3,000 businesses .
Before the pandemic , forecasters at CEBR said maritime jobs would increase by 15 per cent until 2023 , creating 30,000 new roles .
Maritime UK says there is cautious optimism that this growth is still achievable in the medium term , driven by a commitment to net zero carbon emissions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is predicted to be worth £12billion by 2050 , delivering a £550m boost to the economy .
Harry Theochari , chair of Maritime UK , said : “ We are calling on government to create a minister for the Coastal Powerhouse , a move that would help turbo-charge the development of our coastal communities .
“ With the Northern Powerhouse and Midlands Engine , we have seen what is possible when a minister is held accountable for the economic development of a certain region .
“ Coastal communities have been some of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we need accountability to ensure the ‘ left behind ’ are not left behind once more .
“ There is a fantastic opportunity here .
Coastal communities can be at the heart of massive new growth opportunities : increased global trade through our ports , new green maritime technologies , moving freight off the road and rail network to coastal and inland shipping , advanced manufacturing , modern shipbuilding and by encouraging more people to get on the water , ” he added .
“ As an island nation , and with a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £2.4trillion by 2030 , where better to look for exciting new growth opportunities than in our coastal communities .
”

The call came at the start of Seafarers Awareness Week from Maritime UK, the umbrella body for Britain’s £46billion maritime sector.
The minister would be responsible for improving the lives of the three million people living on Britain’s coast, who may be worst hit by the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
Maritime UK says the sector is worth £3.3bn in the South East, employing 40,200 directly and supporting 265,400 jobs in the supply chain.
Previous figures have said marine and maritime account for more than a fifth of Solent’s GVA (gross value added), supporting 40,000 jobs and more than 3,000 businesses.
Before the pandemic, forecasters at CEBR said maritime jobs would increase by 15 per cent until 2023, creating 30,000 new roles. Maritime UK says there is cautious optimism that this growth is still achievable in the medium term, driven by a commitment to net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
The green maritime sector is predicted to be worth £12billion by 2050, delivering a £550m boost to the economy.
Harry Theochari, chair of Maritime UK, said: “We are calling on government to create a minister for the Coastal Powerhouse, a move that would help turbo-charge the development of our coastal communities.
“With the Northern Powerhouse and Midlands Engine, we have seen what is possible when a minister is held accountable for the economic development of a certain region.
“Coastal communities have been some of the hardest hit in this crisis, and we need accountability to ensure the ‘left behind’ are not left behind once more.
“There is a fantastic opportunity here. Coastal communities can be at the heart of massive new growth opportunities: increased global trade through our ports, new green maritime technologies, moving freight off the road and rail network to coastal and inland shipping, advanced manufacturing, modern shipbuilding and by encouraging more people to get on the water,” he added.
“As an island nation, and with a global ocean economy predicted to be worth £2.4trillion by 2030, where better to look for exciting new growth opportunities than in our coastal communities.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--LETTER - There's a yawning divide in connectivity between our urban and rural areas

IT IS PERHAPS unsurprising that after months of isolation , and having discovered the feasibility of working from home , more town and city-dwellers are considering a move to the countryside .
The countryside promises cleaner air , vast open expanses and an abundance of natural life .
Some polls suggest that as many as 40 percent of all prospective house-buyers are looking to relocate to rural areas .
But many of these planned moves rest on the assumption that working from home will be as easy in the countryside as it is in the city .
All too often @ @ @ @ @ @ @ If the Covid-19 crisis has made plain how much our economic life relies on technology and digital skills , it has also highlighted the yawning divide in connectivity between our urban and rural areas .
I know people living in rural “ not spots ” , who try and find key areas with 4G signal to take important calls or share large documents , be that at the end of the garden or driving to the top of a hill .
This divide contributes to the lower productivity in rural areas , which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ average .
It ’ s estimated that nearly half a million rural homes have poor or slow broadband .
We welcome the agreement struck between the Government and mobile operators , which entails sharing the cost of phone masts as part of a £1 billion plan to end poor mobile coverage in the countryside , but what matters now is delivery .
The reality , as it stands , is that 4G adds £75 billion to the UK economy every year and yet only 66 percent of rural areas have good coverage .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ UK has full connectivity by 2025 , there needs to be a continual improvement and widening of mobile coverage .
Therefore , hard interim targets must be set within the Government ’ s and mobile operators ’ Shared Rural Network agreement .
The UK countryside has been left behind , time and time again .
This has to end now .
President of the Country Land and Business Association ( CLA ) , which represents farmers , landowners and rural businesses .

The countryside promises cleaner air, vast open expanses and an abundance of natural life.
Some polls suggest that as many as 40 percent of all prospective house-buyers are looking to relocate to rural areas.
But many of these planned moves rest on the assumption that working from home will be as easy in the countryside as it is in the city.
All too often, this is not the case.
If the Covid-19 crisis has made plain how much our economic life relies on technology and digital skills, it has also highlighted the yawning divide in connectivity between our urban and rural areas.
I know people living in rural “not spots”, who try and find key areas with 4G signal to take important calls or share large documents, be that at the end of the garden or driving to the top of a hill.
This divide contributes to the lower productivity in rural areas, which sits at 16 percent below the national average.
It’s estimated that nearly half a million rural homes have poor or slow broadband.
We welcome the agreement struck between the Government and mobile operators, which entails sharing the cost of phone masts as part of a £1 billion plan to end poor mobile coverage in the countryside, but what matters now is delivery.
The reality, as it stands, is that 4G adds £75 billion to the UK economy every year and yet only 66 percent of rural areas have good coverage.
In order to really ensure that the UK has full connectivity by 2025, there needs to be a continual improvement and widening of mobile coverage.
Therefore, hard interim targets must be set within the Government’s and mobile operators’ Shared Rural Network agreement.
The UK countryside has been left behind, time and time again.
This has to end now.
Mark Bridgeman,
President of the Country Land and Business Association (CLA), which represents farmers, landowners and rural businesses.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Hampshire woodwork enthusiasts encouraged to sign up for new TV show

HAMPSHIRE woodwork enthusiasts are being encouraged to sign up for a brand new TV show .
Plimsoll productions , who @ @ @ @ @ , documentary and entertainment programmes for channels such as ITV , BBC and Netflix , @ @ @ @ @ a new show which will see nine of the UK 's most talented woodwork enthusiasts @ @ @ @ @ create builds to exact builds set to them by production bosses .
Any resident who @ @ @ @ @ be in with a chance to appear on the new TV show , should get @ @ @ @ @ @ plimsollproductions.com or by phoning 07564506100 .
All elements of the production will be subject @ @ @ @ @ .

Plimsoll productions, who produce a variety of factual, documentary and entertainment programmes for channels such as ITV, BBC and Netflix, are soon to be launching a new show which will see nine of the UK's most talented woodwork enthusiasts perform at their best to create builds to exact builds set to them by production bosses.
Any resident who wishes to sign up to be in with a chance to appear on the new TV show, should get in touch by emailing wood@plimsollproductions.com or by phoning 07564506100.
All elements of the production will be subject to strict coronavirus safety protocols.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Hampshire key workers benefit from donation to a local pharmacy to help stress levels and sleep

KEY workers across Hampshire can benefit from a generous donation to a local pharmacy , which will help them reduce their stress levels and improve their sleep while they fight coronavirus on the frontline .
More than £6,000 worth of CBD oil has been donated to Wainwrights Pharmacy in Bishopstoke by Dragonfly Biosciences , in a bid to help the pharmacy raise funds for local charities .
The CBD oil is an over the counter food supplement that is commonly taken for sleep problems , stress , anxiety , chronic pain and tension headaches , many of which frontline workers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This oil will be exclusively available at the pharmacy for NHS and local key workers to purchase at a discounted price of £10 per bottle , with all money raised going to a variety of local , community charities in Southampton , Winchester and Andover .
Hannah Skingle , Chief Operating Officer at Dragonfly Biosciences said : “ Given the current situation , it ’ s no wonder people are experiencing higher levels of stress , anxiety and tiredness and even more so as we ease out of lock down .
We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ NHS and key workers and with DragonflyCBD oil being helpful for periods of stress , helping us to relax and get a good night ’ s sleep we thought it could help support them in a small way.
” While the Dragonfly CBD oil retails for £25 per 10ml bottle , 244 bottles will be available to key workers for £10 each .
Sultan Dajani , Pharmacist and owner of Wainwright Pharmacy said ; “ We are very grateful to Dragonfly Biosciences for donating over £6,000 worth of DragonflyCBD oil to the pharmacy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in people asking me how to manage their anxiety levels and sleep troubles .
And CBD oil is one recommendation I give them .
“ Supporting NHS , key workers and community-based charites local to us here in Andover , Winchester and Southampton is very close to our hearts .
We hope as a result of this initiative , we can aid local NHS and key workers ease some of their health and wellness troubles , while also helping local charities .
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More than £6,000 worth of CBD oil has been donated to Wainwrights Pharmacy in Bishopstoke by Dragonfly Biosciences, in a bid to help the pharmacy raise funds for local charities.
The CBD oil is an over the counter food supplement that is commonly taken for sleep problems, stress, anxiety, chronic pain and tension headaches, many of which frontline workers may experience when fighting against the pandemic.
This oil will be exclusively available at the pharmacy for NHS and local key workers to purchase at a discounted price of £10 per bottle, with all money raised going to a variety of local, community charities in Southampton, Winchester and Andover.
Hannah Skingle, Chief Operating Officer at Dragonfly Biosciences said: “Given the current situation, it’s no wonder people are experiencing higher levels of stress, anxiety and tiredness and even more so as we ease out of lock down. We wanted to give a little back to NHS and key workers and with DragonflyCBD oil being helpful for periods of stress, helping us to relax and get a good night’s sleep we thought it could help support them in a small way.”
While the Dragonfly CBD oil retails for £25 per 10ml bottle, 244 bottles will be available to key workers for £10 each.
Sultan Dajani, Pharmacist and owner of Wainwright Pharmacy said; “We are very grateful to Dragonfly Biosciences for donating over £6,000 worth of DragonflyCBD oil to the pharmacy. I have certainly seen an increase in people asking me how to manage their anxiety levels and sleep troubles. And CBD oil is one recommendation I give them.
“Supporting NHS, key workers and community-based charites local to us here in Andover, Winchester and Southampton is very close to our hearts. We hope as a result of this initiative, we can aid local NHS and key workers ease some of their health and wellness troubles, while also helping local charities.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Seven people re-arrested in Corhampton layby murder probe

SEVEN people have been re-arrested in connection with the murder of a 41-year-old man in Corhampton almost a year ago .
The body of Gurinderjit Rai , a `` devoted and loving '' father-of-two from Eastleigh , was found in Shepherds Farm Lane on July 13 , 2019 .
He had died as a result of shotgun wounds , with police believing it was a “ targeted incident ” .
• Arrests made in murder investigation after Eastleigh man found dead near golf club Detectives investigating the death have today ( Tuesday ) re-arrested seven people and they are all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 30-year-old man from Winchester , arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder • A 42-year-old man from Owslebury , arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder • A 32-year-old man from Climping , West Sussex , arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder • A 40-year-old man from Southampton , arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder • A 26-year-old man from Winchester , arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder • A 32-year-old man from Winchester , arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder • A 29-year-old man from Eastleigh , arrested @ @ @ @ @ @ @ total of 18 people have now been arrested as part of the subsequent investigation .
In a tribute following his death Mr Rai 's family said : “ Gurinderjit was a devoted father to his two young children and a loving fiancé to his partner .
He adored his parents .
`` He had an infectious sense of humour and would always find the best of any situation .
He was a principled man and would always be the first to offer help to those that needed it .
He will be missed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
An inquest into Mr Rai 's death was opened in July last year .
Acting area coroner Samantha Marsh said a post mortem found he died of `` shotgun wounds to the head and neck '' .

The body of Gurinderjit Rai, a "devoted and loving" father-of-two from Eastleigh, was found in Shepherds Farm Lane on July 13, 2019. He had died as a result of shotgun wounds, with police believing it was a “targeted incident”.
Detectives investigating the death have today (Tuesday) re-arrested seven people and they are all currently in police custody.
They are:
• A 30-year-old man from Winchester, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder
• A 42-year-old man from Owslebury, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder
• A 32-year-old man from Climping, West Sussex, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder
• A 40-year-old man from Southampton, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder
• A 26-year-old man from Winchester, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder
• A 32-year-old man from Winchester, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder
• A 29-year-old man from Eastleigh, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder
A total of 18 people have now been arrested as part of the subsequent investigation.
In a tribute following his death Mr Rai's family said: “Gurinderjit was a devoted father to his two young children and a loving fiancé to his partner. He adored his parents.
"He had an infectious sense of humour and would always find the best of any situation. He was a principled man and would always be the first to offer help to those that needed it. He will be missed dearly by all his family and friends."
An inquest into Mr Rai's death was opened in July last year. Acting area coroner Samantha Marsh said a post mortem found he died of "shotgun wounds to the head and neck".


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Assault at Abshot Road children’s playground, Fareham

A TEENAGE boy was assaulted by a group of youths at a Hampshire park .
The 15-year-old was with some @ @ @ @ @ ’ s playground in Park Gate , Fareham , when he was approached by another @ @ @ @ @ has been reported that the victim was then assaulted by several members of the group @ @ @ @ @ as a result .
The assault happened at around 4.50pm on Sunday July 5 .
@ @ @ @ @ said : `` There is a small car park to the side of the park @ @ @ @ @ anyone who may have used the car park and captured anything on Dash Cam to @ @ @ @ @ , if you have any information about this incident and you have not yet spoken @ @ @ @ @ 101 quoting 44200246776 .
`` Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 % @ @ @ @ @ , or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org . ''

The 15-year-old was with some friends at Abshot Road children’s playground in Park Gate, Fareham, when he was approached by another group of youths.
It has been reported that the victim was then assaulted by several members of the group and sustained serious facial injuries as a result.
The assault happened at around 4.50pm on Sunday July 5.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said: "There is a small car park to the side of the park, and we are asking anyone who may have used the car park and captured anything on Dash Cam to contact us.
"Equally, if you have any information about this incident and you have not yet spoken to police, please call 101 quoting 44200246776.
"Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org."


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Plans for a new five-bedroom home in West End

A planning application for the construction of a new home in West End has been submitted to civic chiefs .
@ @ @ @ @ Borough Council received an application , proposing that a five-bedroom home should be constructed at @ @ @ @ @ on Allington Lane in West End .
As part of the proposal , the existing @ @ @ @ @ site would be demolished to make room for the new home .
It is not @ @ @ @ @ be made to the site , with the access to the property remaining the same @ @ @ @ @ spaces being allocated .
While this application has not yet been accepted , the consultation @ @ @ @ @ on July 27 , when civic chiefs will come to a decision .

Eastleigh Borough Council has received an application, proposing that a five-bedroom home should be constructed at the Allington Manor Farmhouse site on Allington Lane in West End.
As part of the proposal, the existing dwelling and outbuilding on the site would be demolished to make room for the new home.
It is not suggested that any other changes be made to the site, with the access to the property remaining the same, and no further parking spaces being allocated.
While this application has not yet been accepted, the consultation period is scheduled to end on July 27, when civic chiefs will come to a decision.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Hunt for man who evaded police helicopter during car chase through Southampton

A HUNT has been launched for a man who evaded a police helicopter during a car chase .
A man driving a Mercedes C200 Sport ploughed into an unmarked police vehicle at around 2.30pm on Sunday .
The police car had used a `` tactical manoeuvre '' to stop the Mercedes near to the roundabout with Hornchurch Road at the Lords Hill Centre East .
However , this failed and the Mercedes sped off with a police helicopter launched over Southampton to track it down .
The driver had failed to stop for police earlier in the day and was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ offence .
A police spokesperson said : `` At around 2.30pm on 5 July there was a collision at the Lords Hill Centre East , near to the roundabout with Hornchurch Road , between a Mercedes C200 Sport and an unmarked police vehicle .
`` The Mercedes was involved in a fail to stop for police earlier in the day .
`` The police vehicle had used a tactical manoeuvre to stop the vehicle and prevent a pursuit , however , this was ineffective and the Mercedes made off .
`` The collision @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unit . ''

A man driving a Mercedes C200 Sport ploughed into an unmarked police vehicle at around 2.30pm on Sunday.
The police car had used a "tactical manoeuvre" to stop the Mercedes near to the roundabout with Hornchurch Road at the Lords Hill Centre East.
However, this failed and the Mercedes sped off with a police helicopter launched over Southampton to track it down.
The driver had failed to stop for police earlier in the day and was believed to be a suspect in another offence.
A police spokesperson said: "At around 2.30pm on 5 July there was a collision at the Lords Hill Centre East, near to the roundabout with Hornchurch Road, between a Mercedes C200 Sport and an unmarked police vehicle.
"The Mercedes was involved in a fail to stop for police earlier in the day.
"The police vehicle had used a tactical manoeuvre to stop the vehicle and prevent a pursuit, however, this was ineffective and the Mercedes made off.
"The collision will be investigated by the roads policing unit."


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Fourth person arrested after St Mary Street fight

A FOURTH man has been arrested after a street brawl broke out in Southampton .
Officers made another arrest following @ @ @ @ @ St Mary ’ s Street , Southampton on Sunday .
• Three men arrested after @ @ @ @ @ • PHOTOS : Police cordon off area of Southampton after fight broke out Police rushed @ @ @ @ @ 8.30pm , on July 5 , after receiving a report that a large group of @ @ @ @ @ street .
A 17-year-old girl was taken to Southampton General Hospital and has since been @ @ @ @ @ three men aged 22 , 26 and 55 , all from Southampton , on suspicion @ @ @ @ @ All three have since been released from custody but remain under investigation .
Today , @ @ @ @ @ aged 18 , from Southampton on suspicion of public order offences .
He has been @ @ @ @ @ under investigation .
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information should call 101 @ @ @ @ @ , you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

Officers made another arrest following the public order incident in St Mary’s Street, Southampton on Sunday.
Police rushed to the scene just before 8.30pm, on July 5, after receiving a report that a large group of people were fighting in the street.
A 17-year-old girl was taken to Southampton General Hospital and has since been discharged.
Officers previously arrested three men aged 22, 26 and 55, all from Southampton, on suspicion of public order offences. All three have since been released from custody but remain under investigation.
Today, officers arrested another man, aged 18, from Southampton on suspicion of public order offences. He has been released from custody but remains under investigation.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information should call 101, quoting 44200247049.
Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Alexander Dibden and Natalie Snow jailed at Southampton Crown Court

A COUPLE who have 243 offences between them have been jailed for targeting Southampton businesses during the lockdown .
Alexander Dibden has 59 convictions and his partner Natalie Snow has 26 .
They appeared before Southampton Crown Court via video link facing joint burglary charges .
They pleaded guilty to all offences on June 11 .
The court heard how on January 23 this year Dibden of Wallace Road ransacked a Southampton hair salon .
Prosecuting Kerry Maylin told how a member of the public saw a man inside passing items to a female outside and realised a burglary was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of broken glass later linked Didben to the crime .
The same morning Dibden went to a Lidl supermarket and was seen by a security guard in the meat section placing two items in his shopping basket .
At one point he was seen to bend down - the guard thought he was “ picking off the labels ” .
When asked to leave the store “ he made a number of threats ” and said he knew where the guard lived and threatened he would kill him .
He was arrested later @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Then on April 5 at a One Stop store in Peartree Avenue workers became “ suspicious ” .
When buying Rizla papers he reached into the till and stole approximately £150 .
Just days later another One Stop branch was targeted - this time in North East Road .
Dibden is said to have entered to buy a lollipop but snatched for the till .
When he made a break for it a member of staff locked the door .
A Daily Echo report from the time told how he lashed out hurling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out , let me out ” .
He made threats he would hurt them if they would not let him go .
Meanwhile , Snow , 34 , and of Commercial Road was outside and tried to prize open the door .
They fled the scene in a “ green-coloured motor vehicle ” .
Then on May 17 the pair targeted the Oxford Brasserie on Oxford Street .
CCTV footage showed Dibden entering the premises on at least four occasions passing out alcohol .
• Police hunt man after raid on One Stop @ @ @ @ @ @ @ items ] in a “ bulging ” carrier bag .
They were arrested on June 3 and gave a no comment interview .
A victim statement from the Lidl security guard read out in court said he was “ shocked ” at how Dibden had reacted .
He described it as a scary moment which was mentally draining and how he took the threats seriously .
Defending the couple , Keely Harvey said how custody has been particularly tough for them , “ away from each other ” .
And , they have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drugs .
Furthermore , Dibden had struggled after being stabbed quite seriously in the stomach eight or nine months ago .
However , Judge Parker jailed Dibden for 32 months and Snow for 20 months .
No order was made to pay court costs or compensation .

Alexander Dibden has 59 convictions and his partner Natalie Snow has 26.
They appeared before Southampton Crown Court via video link facing joint burglary charges.
And Dibden, 37, a charge of threatening behaviour.
They pleaded guilty to all offences on June 11.
The court heard how on January 23 this year Dibden of Wallace Road ransacked a Southampton hair salon.
Prosecuting Kerry Maylin told how a member of the public saw a man inside passing items to a female outside and realised a burglary was taking place.
Blood found on bits of broken glass later linked Didben to the crime.
The same morning Dibden went to a Lidl supermarket and was seen by a security guard in the meat section placing two items in his shopping basket.
At one point he was seen to bend down - the guard thought he was “picking off the labels”.
When asked to leave the store “he made a number of threats” and said he knew where the guard lived and threatened he would kill him.
He was arrested later that day but released under investigation.
Then on April 5 at a One Stop store in Peartree Avenue workers became “suspicious”.
When buying Rizla papers he reached into the till and stole approximately £150.
Just days later another One Stop branch was targeted - this time in North East Road.
Dibden is said to have entered to buy a lollipop but snatched for the till.
When he made a break for it a member of staff locked the door.
A Daily Echo report from the time told how he lashed out hurling abuse at employees yelling “let me out, let me out”.
He made threats he would hurt them if they would not let him go.
Meanwhile, Snow, 34, and of Commercial Road was outside and tried to prize open the door.
They fled the scene in a “green-coloured motor vehicle”.
Then on May 17 the pair targeted the Oxford Brasserie on Oxford Street.
CCTV footage showed Dibden entering the premises on at least four occasions passing out alcohol.
Snow was outside placing [the stolen items] in a “bulging” carrier bag.
They were arrested on June 3 and gave a no comment interview.
A victim statement from the Lidl security guard read out in court said he was “shocked” at how Dibden had reacted.
He described it as a scary moment which was mentally draining and how he took the threats seriously.
One Stop, North East Road in Southampton
Defending the couple, Keely Harvey said how custody has been particularly tough for them, “away from each other”.
And, they have both had a very hard battle with drugs.
Furthermore, Dibden had struggled after being stabbed quite seriously in the stomach eight or nine months ago.
However, Judge Parker jailed Dibden for 32 months and Snow for 20 months.
No order was made to pay court costs or compensation.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Village Home and Fighting Cocks have both shut their doors

A SECOND Gosport pub has shut following a confirmed case of Covid-19 .
The Fighting Cocks in Clayhall Road , Alverstoke , is only a short distance from the Village Home , which was forced to close yesterday just 48 hours after reopening .
Several other pubs across the UK have also shut following confirmed or suspected cases of coronavirus .
A statement on the Fighting Cocks ' Facebook page says : `` Following a local confirmed case of Covid-19 , we have made the very difficult decision to temporarily close our doors to ensure the safety of both our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not had any reported cases of suspected nor confirmed corona virus , but have decided to err on the side of caution .
`` The decision has n't been made lightly and whilst we have made every effort to adhere to government guidelines , including the track and trace system , numerous sanitation stations and taking temperatures prior to each shift , we can not guarantee that someone who has been in contact with a confirmed case has not been in the pub .
`` We are awaiting further guidance from environmental health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the meantime , we want to ensure that we are taking every precaution to keep you all safe .
`` As soon as we are able , we will welcome you back with open arms .
`` Thank you to everyone who supported us over the weekend and thank you again for your ongoing patience .
Its a testing time for all of us , but we hope to be back open and running soon . ''
Pubs reopened on Saturday following the latest relaxation of the lockdown .
But the Village Home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ yesterday - just 48 hours after welcoming customers for first time in almost four moinths .
A statement on its Facebook page says : `` We have had a case of coronavirus in the pub which means that some of us are in isolation .
`` The pub is now shut but all being well will open again on Saturday . ''
The statement said customers who went to the Village Home over the weekend do not need to self-isolate unless they are told to do so .
Today a spokesperson said one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` family bubble '' who had tested positive for coronavirus .
She worked on Saturday , when the pub was open for almost 12 hours and attracted around 150 customers .
The pub is now being deep-cleaned .

The Fighting Cocks in Clayhall Road, Alverstoke, is only a short distance from the Village Home, which was forced to close yesterday just 48 hours after reopening.
Several other pubs across the UK have also shut following confirmed or suspected cases of coronavirus.
A statement on the Fighting Cocks' Facebook page says: "Following a local confirmed case of Covid-19, we have made the very difficult decision to temporarily close our doors to ensure the safety of both our staff and customers.
"We have not had any reported cases of suspected nor confirmed corona virus, but have decided to err on the side of caution.
"The decision hasn't been made lightly and whilst we have made every effort to adhere to government guidelines, including the track and trace system, numerous sanitation stations and taking temperatures prior to each shift, we cannot guarantee that someone who has been in contact with a confirmed case has not been in the pub.
"We are awaiting further guidance from environmental health and also our brewery, but for the meantime, we want to ensure that we are taking every precaution to keep you all safe.
"As soon as we are able, we will welcome you back with open arms.
"Thank you to everyone who supported us over the weekend and thank you again for your ongoing patience. Its a testing time for all of us, but we hope to be back open and running soon."
Pubs reopened on Saturday following the latest relaxation of the lockdown.
But the Village Home in Village Road, Alverstoke, closed yesterday - just 48 hours after welcoming customers for first time in almost four moinths.
A statement on its Facebook page says: "We have had a case of coronavirus in the pub which means that some of us are in isolation.
"The pub is now shut but all being well will open again on Saturday."
The statement said customers who went to the Village Home over the weekend do not need to self-isolate unless they are told to do so.
Today a spokesperson said one of the barmaids had someone in her "family bubble" who had tested positive for coronavirus.
She worked on Saturday, when the pub was open for almost 12 hours and attracted around 150 customers.
The pub is now being deep-cleaned.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Eastleigh man arrested in Edward Colston statue toppling probe

A MAN from Eastleigh has been arrested as part of an investigation into the toppling of a statue of slave trader Edward Colston in Bristol .
Officers investigating the incident have now identified seven of 18 people believed to have been involved .
The bronze memorial to the 17th century slave merchant was pulled down during a Black Lives Matter protest on June 7 before being dumped in Bristol Harbour .
No arrests were made at the time but officers reviewed CCTV footage and other digital media to isolate images of 18 people they wanted to speak to .
Three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Somerset Police launched a public appeal – publishing an online gallery of 15 images – two weeks ago .
The gallery has since been viewed 22,515 times , with 59 calls received from members of the public providing information and 19 anonymous reports via Crimestoppers .
As a result of the reports and other inquiries , officers have identified four more people – leaving 11 of the 18 still to be traced .
Six of those identified voluntarily attended a police station to be interviewed , while a 24-year-old man , from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ week and later released under investigation .
A 27-year-old man was also arrested last week and was released with no further action taken after co-operating with officers , police said .
Detective Superintendent Liz Hughes , of Avon and Somerset Police , described the public ’ s response to the appeal as “ fantastic ” .
“ We fully appreciate the incident continues to divide public opinion and we ’ d like to once again reassure everyone we ’ re carrying out a thorough , fair and proportionate investigation , and the whole @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to us in relation to those responsible for causing the damage , ” she said .
“ We continue to liaise regularly with our partners in the Crown Prosecution Service and Bristol City Council , which has provided an evidential statement at our request.
” Officers have continued to analyse the “ large amount of digital evidence available ” and have found better quality images , she said .
“ We ’ re now seeking the public ’ s help once more to identify the remaining 11 people we ’ d like to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ images to our website , ” Ms Hughes said .
“ We ’ d ask people to take a look at the gallery and contact us if they recognise any of those pictured.
” – Anyone with information is asked to contact Avon and Somerset Police on 101 , with the reference number 5220123926 .

Officers investigating the incident have now identified seven of 18 people believed to have been involved.
The bronze memorial to the 17th century slave merchant was pulled down during a Black Lives Matter protest on June 7 before being dumped in Bristol Harbour.
No arrests were made at the time but officers reviewed CCTV footage and other digital media to isolate images of 18 people they wanted to speak to.
Three of the 18 were identified before Avon and Somerset Police launched a public appeal – publishing an online gallery of 15 images – two weeks ago.
The gallery has since been viewed 22,515 times, with 59 calls received from members of the public providing information and 19 anonymous reports via Crimestoppers.
As a result of the reports and other inquiries, officers have identified four more people – leaving 11 of the 18 still to be traced.
Six of those identified voluntarily attended a police station to be interviewed, while a 24-year-old man, from Eastleigh, Hampshire, was arrested last week and later released under investigation.
A 27-year-old man was also arrested last week and was released with no further action taken after co-operating with officers, police said.
Detective Superintendent Liz Hughes, of Avon and Somerset Police, described the public’s response to the appeal as “fantastic”.
“We fully appreciate the incident continues to divide public opinion and we’d like to once again reassure everyone we’re carrying out a thorough, fair and proportionate investigation, and the whole range of criminal justice outcomes remain available to us in relation to those responsible for causing the damage,” she said.
“We continue to liaise regularly with our partners in the Crown Prosecution Service and Bristol City Council, which has provided an evidential statement at our request.”
Officers have continued to analyse the “large amount of digital evidence available” and have found better quality images, she said.
“We’re now seeking the public’s help once more to identify the remaining 11 people we’d like to speak to and have added the clearer images to our website,” Ms Hughes said.
“We’d ask people to take a look at the gallery and contact us if they recognise any of those pictured.”
– Anyone with information is asked to contact Avon and Somerset Police on 101, with the reference number 5220123926.