thedailyecho--2020-10-05--Eastleigh terrorism trial: Teen says he 'didn't mean' what he said in Jihad videos

A 15-year-old boy who is alleged to have been “ mesmerised by martyrdom ” and made videos influenced by Islamic State has told a jury “ I don ’ t mean what I said ” .
Giving evidence in his defence at Leicester Crown Court on Monday , the schoolboy described home-made videos in which he said he would “ carry out Jihad ” as “ nasty stuff ” and claimed he did not like watching them because they were “ evil ” .
The defendant , who was 14 at the time of the alleged offence , told the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ non-believers ” in his videos because he had heard the words in the film Four Lions .
Jurors previously heard that he researched rudimentary items to make basic devices , such as bottle bombs , and added some to his mother ’ s Amazon wish-list .
Asked how he had found out how to make bottle bombs , the boy , from Eastleigh , Hampshire , said : “ A YouTube video.
” Questioning the defendant further , his barrister , Mary Prior QC , said : “ How many videos did you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the teenager replied : “ I can ’ t remember but it was a few.
” Ms Prior continued : “ Did you understand that they make an explosion ?
” The court was then shown a video the defendant had recorded of one of the bottle bombs exploding in his wardrobe .
The defence barrister then asked the teenager about his reference to a “ chemical bomb ” in one of the home-made videos .
The schoolboy said : “ I think it was just me showing a fake audience how to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of bomb.
” Ms Prior then questioned the teenager on a specific video he had made in which he had used the word “ kuffar ” .
Asked why he had used words meaning “ non-believers ” in YouTube videos , the boy said : “ Because I saw it in a film – Four Lions.
” The video also appeared to show the defendant saying he would “ support our brothers and sisters at the Gaza Strip ” .
Ms Prior continued : “ How were you going to support your brothers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” “ Do you have any brothers and sisters at the Gaza Strip ?
” Ms Prior asked .
Asked what he cause he was referring to when he said mentioned a “ cause … bigger than any cause ” , the defendant said : “ Isis.
” “ Is that what you meant ?
” Ms Prior said .
Questioning the teenager on his behaviour as a whole , Ms Prior said : “ Why are you doing this ?
” “ I don ’ t really know , ” the schoolboy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ How do you feel about it now ?
” “ Upset … because it is nasty stuff .
I don ’ t like watching it because it is evil .
I don ’ t mean what I said.
” Referring to words said in a home-made videos about martyrdom being a “ sweet but worth prize for carrying out jihad ” , Ms Prior asked : “ Did you plan to kill yourself ?
” Ms Prior continued : “ Did you plan to kill somebody else ?
” The teenager denies one @ @ @ @ @ @ @

Giving evidence in his defence at Leicester Crown Court on Monday, the schoolboy described home-made videos in which he said he would “carry out Jihad” as “nasty stuff” and claimed he did not like watching them because they were “evil”.
The defendant, who was 14 at the time of the alleged offence, told the jury he had used phrases meaning “non-believers” in his videos because he had heard the words in the film Four Lions.
Jurors previously heard that he researched rudimentary items to make basic devices, such as bottle bombs, and added some to his mother’s Amazon wish-list.
Asked how he had found out how to make bottle bombs, the boy, from Eastleigh, Hampshire, said: “A YouTube video.”
Questioning the defendant further, his barrister, Mary Prior QC, said: “How many videos did you look at?”, to which the teenager replied: “I can’t remember but it was a few.”
Ms Prior continued: “Did you understand that they make an explosion?”
“Yes”, the boy replied.
The court was then shown a video the defendant had recorded of one of the bottle bombs exploding in his wardrobe.
The defence barrister then asked the teenager about his reference to a “chemical bomb” in one of the home-made videos.
The schoolboy said: “I think it was just me showing a fake audience how to make a bomb. A different type of bomb.”
“Have you ever made a chemical bomb?”, Ms Prior asked.
The boy replied: “No.”
Ms Prior then questioned the teenager on a specific video he had made in which he had used the word “kuffar”.
Asked why he had used words meaning “non-believers” in YouTube videos, the boy said: “Because I saw it in a film – Four Lions.”
The video also appeared to show the defendant saying he would “support our brothers and sisters at the Gaza Strip”.
Ms Prior continued: “How were you going to support your brothers and sisters at the Gaza Strip?”
“I wasn’t,” the boy replied.
“Do you have any brothers and sisters at the Gaza Strip?” Ms Prior asked.
“No,” he said.
Asked what he cause he was referring to when he said mentioned a “cause … bigger than any cause”, the defendant said: “Isis.”
“Is that what you meant?” Ms Prior said.
The boy responded: “No.”
Questioning the teenager on his behaviour as a whole, Ms Prior said: “Why are you doing this?”
“I don’t really know,” the schoolboy said.
Ms Prior continued: “How do you feel about it now?”
“Upset … because it is nasty stuff. I don’t like watching it because it is evil. I don’t mean what I said.”
Referring to words said in a home-made videos about martyrdom being a “sweet but worth prize for carrying out jihad”, Ms Prior asked: “Did you plan to kill yourself?”
“No,” the defendant replied.
Ms Prior continued: “Did you plan to kill somebody else?”
He replied firmly: “No, I did not.”
The teenager denies one count of preparing acts of terrorism.
The trial continues.


thedailyecho--2020-10-05--HGV driver arrested under suspicion of drink driving

A HGV driver has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving .
Police were called to Southampton Docks at 8am @ @ @ @ @ a HGV driver reportedly under the influence of alcohol .
Officers attended and the driver @ @ @ @ @ was arrested under suspicion of driving over the alcohol limit .
He remains in custody @ @ @ @

Police were called to Southampton Docks at 8am this morning to reports of a HGV driver reportedly under the influence of alcohol.
Officers attended and the driver, a 42-year-old man, was arrested under suspicion of driving over the alcohol limit.
He remains in custody at this time.


thedailyecho--2020-10-05--Channel 5’s Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly need naughty pet to take part

Producers of Channel 5 ’ s ‘ Dogs Behaving ( Very ) Badly ’ are on the lookout for dog owners from across the UK to take part in the next series .
We 've put together everything you need to know about the show - and how to apply .
What is the show about ?
The series follows Master Dog Trainer , Graeme Hall , as he travels the country helping desperate dog owners solve their pet ’ s behavioural problems .
Whether it ’ s a howling hound , a possessive pooch , or a dog so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ war - Graeme tackles it all in Channel 5 ’ s hit series .
Graeme has worked with thousands of dogs and their owners in a career that has spanned over a decade and witnessed pretty much every type of bad behaviour going .
Graeme said : “ No dog is naughty , some just need a bit of guidance to learn right from wrong – and that ’ s where I come in ” .
Who are producers looking for ?
The show ’ s producers , Avalon Factual , are currently @ @ @ @ @ @ @ part in the programme to receive Graeme ’ s help expert advice .
Those who you feel that their dog could benefit from Graeme ’ s help or would simply like to know more about the show should contact the team on dogs @ avalonuk.com .

We've put together everything you need to know about the show - and how to apply.
What is the show about?
The series follows Master Dog Trainer, Graeme Hall, as he travels the country helping desperate dog owners solve their pet’s behavioural problems.
Whether it’s a howling hound, a possessive pooch, or a dog so strong a walk is a tug of war - Graeme tackles it all in Channel 5’s hit series.
Graeme has worked with thousands of dogs and their owners in a career that has spanned over a decade and witnessed pretty much every type of bad behaviour going.
Graeme said: “No dog is naughty, some just need a bit of guidance to learn right from wrong – and that’s where I come in”.
Who are producers looking for?
The show’s producers, Avalon Factual, are currently inviting dog owners to apply to take part in the programme to receive Graeme’s help expert advice.
How to apply
Those who you feel that their dog could benefit from Graeme’s help or would simply like to know more about the show should contact the team on dogs@avalonuk.com.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Police called to stabbing in Shirley Precinct, Southampton

POLICE raced to a Southampton street this afternoon following reports of a stabbing .
Officers were called to Shirley Precinct @ @ @ @ @ man in his 20s suffered a cut to his back '' .
An investigation is @ @ @ @ @ social media one witness said : `` Anyone travelling towards Shirley avoid the precinct as @ @ @ @ @ . ''
A police spokesperson added : `` Officers are in attendance at Shirley High @ @ @ @ @ a man in his 20s had suffered a cut to his back around 3.45pm .
@ @ @ @ @ early stages of our enquiries at this time . ''
Witnesses are urged to call @ @ @ @

Officers were called to Shirley Precinct at 3.45pm yesterday after "a man in his 20s suffered a cut to his back".
An investigation is now underway.
Posting on social media one witness said: "Anyone travelling towards Shirley avoid the precinct as there has been a stabbing."
A police spokesperson added: "Officers are in attendance at Shirley High Street after it was reported a man in his 20s had suffered a cut to his back around 3.45pm.
"We are in the early stages of our enquiries at this time."
Witnesses are urged to call police on 101.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Rowan Thompson found dead ahead of Joanna Thompson murder in Hambledon

A TEENAGER who was tomorrow due to stand trial for murdering his own mother has died in custody , it emerged today .
Private school pupil Rowan Thompson was due to appear in court on Wednesday accused of brutally killing Joanna Thompson at their home in a sleepy Hampshire village .
But today it was revealed the 18 year old had died while being detained at a secure mental health facility .
It is understood the teenager passed away over the weekend and his trial has now been cancelled .
PHOTO : Police at the scene after Mrs Thompson was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was discovered with fatal injuries to her neck at her home in Hambledon , Hants , where houses fetch up to £1.6 million .
Her death on July 1 last year shocked the tiny village and her son was detained under Section 2 of the Mental Health Act then given multiple assessments by psychiatrists .
It is understood he was being kept at a secure mental health unit in the Greater Manchester area when he died .
A Crown Prosecution Service spokeswoman today said : `` The Crown Prosecution Service can confirm that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vacated due to the death of the defendant .
`` Thompson was being prosecuted for an offence of murder . ''
Winchester Crown Court , Hants , where Thompson was due to stand trial , said a short hearing will instead take place on Friday .
In June this year reporting restrictions preventing Thompson from being identified were lifted after he turned 18 .
His father , Marc , has previously listened in to a court hearing via a video link .
At the time of her death , shocked local residents said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lovely lady ' who enjoyed running .
Among those to speak of their sadness was Caroline Vine , who knew her for years .
She said : `` I feel sick and so sad .
She was such a lovely lady .
`` No one had a bad word to say about her . ''
A woman in her 70s , who lived in a nearby property , said : `` She was very shy , very quiet .
That 's why no one really knows what has happened or much about her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who lived there with her .
There was a car that turned up each day to pick him up for school .
`` If she had an older son , he did n't live with her .
Hambledon is best known as the 'Cradle of Cricket ' due to the formation of one of England 's first cricket clubs there in 1750 .
It was home to England 's leading cricket club from about 1765 until the formation of the MCC in 1787 .
Churcher 's College in Petersfield , Hants , where @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 18th century .
Alumni include England and Lions rugby star Tim Rodber .

Private school pupil Rowan Thompson was due to appear in court on Wednesday accused of brutally killing Joanna Thompson at their home in a sleepy Hampshire village.
But today it was revealed the 18 year old had died while being detained at a secure mental health facility.
It is understood the teenager passed away over the weekend and his trial has now been cancelled.
PHOTO: Police at the scene after Mrs Thompson was found dead
Mrs Thompson, 50, was discovered with fatal injuries to her neck at her home in Hambledon, Hants, where houses fetch up to £1.6 million.
Her death on July 1 last year shocked the tiny village and her son was detained under Section 2 of the Mental Health Act then given multiple assessments by psychiatrists.
It is understood he was being kept at a secure mental health unit in the Greater Manchester area when he died.
A Crown Prosecution Service spokeswoman today said: "The Crown Prosecution Service can confirm that the trial of Rowan Thompson has been vacated due to the death of the defendant.
"Thompson was being prosecuted for an offence of murder."
Winchester Crown Court, Hants, where Thompson was due to stand trial, said a short hearing will instead take place on Friday.
In June this year reporting restrictions preventing Thompson from being identified were lifted after he turned 18.
His father, Marc, has previously listened in to a court hearing via a video link.
At the time of her death, shocked local residents said mother of two Mrs Thompson 'was a lovely lady' who enjoyed running.
Among those to speak of their sadness was Caroline Vine, who knew her for years. She said: "I feel sick and so sad. She was such a lovely lady.
"No one had a bad word to say about her."
A woman in her 70s, who lived in a nearby property, said: "She was very shy, very quiet. That's why no one really knows what has happened or much about her.
"She had a young son who lived there with her. There was a car that turned up each day to pick him up for school.
"If she had an older son, he didn't live with her.
"It's very sad."
Hambledon is best known as the 'Cradle of Cricket' due to the formation of one of England's first cricket clubs there in 1750.
It was home to England's leading cricket club from about 1765 until the formation of the MCC in 1787.
Churcher's College in Petersfield, Hants, where Thompson studied, was established in the 18th century. Alumni include England and Lions rugby star Tim Rodber.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Man exposed himself to schoolchild in Chandler's Ford

A MAN has indecently exposed himself to a young schoolchild according to reports .
The incident took place at around @ @ @ @ @ Chandler 's Ford , yesterday afternoon ( October 5 ) .
A suspect has not @ @ @ @ @ to the incident but police enquiries are ongoing .
This comes after a separate incident @ @ @ @ @ Chandler 's Ford , when a 'suspicious man ' asked a young girl to get @ @ @ @ @ spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` We received reports of an unknown man indecently @ @ @ @ @ schoolchild yesterday afternoon at approximately 3.15pm on Falkland Road , Chandler ’ s Ford .
@ @ @ @ @ yet been identified in relation to this incident but police enquiries are ongoing .
`` @ @ @ @ @ relating to this incident , please call 101 , quoting 44200386216 . ''

The incident took place at around 3.15pm on Falkland Road, Chandler's Ford, yesterday afternoon (October 5).
A suspect has not been officially identified in relation to the incident but police enquiries are ongoing.
This comes after a separate incident last week, also in Chandler's Ford, when a 'suspicious man' asked a young girl to get into his car.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We received reports of an unknown man indecently exposing himself to a young schoolchild yesterday afternoon at approximately 3.15pm on Falkland Road, Chandler’s Ford.
"A suspect has not yet been identified in relation to this incident but police enquiries are ongoing.
"If anyone has any information relating to this incident, please call 101, quoting 44200386216."


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Where are the coronavirus 'hotspots' in Hampshire?

AN INTERACTIVE map has revealed potential coronavirus 'hotspots ' in Hampshire .
The map uses data from Public Health England and shows area that could be potential hotspots for the virus .
It showed that Central Southampton had three positive cases of the virus between September 23 to 29 .
The most cases in the city were recorded in Bassett Green with 10 positive cases .
• Coronavirus : 56 more positive cases in Hampshire in last 24 hours Various parts of the county were shaded in light blue , meaning they had three to nine cases .
Chilworth , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , whereas Central Eastleigh has two recorded cases .
Romsey Town had zero to two positive cases .
In the New Forest , Lyndhurst and Minstead had four recorded cases and Ashurst and Cadnam had only two cases .
• Coronavirus : Four confirmed cases at University of Southampton Totton Town and West Totton showed only zero to two cases and Marchwood and Dibden has seven recorded cases .
Winchester Central and South had three recorded cases .
Fareham Town & Cams Hill had zero to two recorded cases , the same amount @ @ @ @ @ @ @ view the map , click here .

The map uses data from Public Health England and shows area that could be potential hotspots for the virus.
It showed that Central Southampton had three positive cases of the virus between September 23 to 29.
The most cases in the city were recorded in Bassett Green with 10 positive cases.
Various parts of the county were shaded in light blue, meaning they had three to nine cases.
Chilworth, Nursling and Rownhams had seven recorded cases, whereas Central Eastleigh has two recorded cases.
Romsey Town had zero to two positive cases.
In the New Forest, Lyndhurst and Minstead had four recorded cases and Ashurst and Cadnam had only two cases.
Totton Town and West Totton showed only zero to two cases and Marchwood and Dibden has seven recorded cases.
Winchester Central and South had three recorded cases.
Fareham Town & Cams Hill had zero to two recorded cases, the same amount of cases as Gosport Town.
To view the map, click here.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Coronavirus: 18 more cases recorded in Southampton

THE number of recorded coronavirus cases in Southampton increased by 18 over the last 24 hours , official figures show .
Public Health England figures show that 1,245 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 by 9am on Tuesday ( October 6 ) in Southampton , up from 1,227 the same time on Monday .
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests , which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government 's mass testing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southampton now stands at 493 cases per 100,000 people , far lower than the England average of 807 .
Across the UK , the number of recorded cases increased by 14,542 over the period to 530,113 .
It comes after an error which saw 15,841 cases go unreported between September 25 and October 2 because of problems in handling an Excel spreadsheet .
Southampton 's cases were among the 46,815 recorded across the South East , a figure which rose by 659 over the last 24 hours .
Cumulative case counts include patients @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and those that have died .

Public Health England figures show that 1,245 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 by 9am on Tuesday (October 6) in Southampton, up from 1,227 the same time on Monday.
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests, which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government's mass testing programme.
The rate of infection in Southampton now stands at 493 cases per 100,000 people, far lower than the England average of 807.
Across the UK, the number of recorded cases increased by 14,542 over the period to 530,113.
It comes after an error which saw 15,841 cases go unreported between September 25 and October 2 because of problems in handling an Excel spreadsheet.
Southampton's cases were among the 46,815 recorded across the South East, a figure which rose by 659 over the last 24 hours.
Cumulative case counts include patients who are currently unwell, have recovered and those that have died.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Coronavirus: Calls for plans for university students in Southampton

CITY bosses have been urged to disclose their plans to manage the thousands of university students in Southampton and prevent the spread of coronavirus .
Southampton Itchen MP Royston Smith is calling on Southampton City Council to explain the measures that have been put in place across the city to manage the influx of students .
The news follows a number of outbreaks at universities across the country .
The University of Southampton confirmed that 12 students and two staff members have tested positive for Covid-19 since the start of this academic year .
• Member of staff and gym @ @ @ @ @ @ @ school Meanwhile , Solent University said it currently has no confirmed cases .
Both institutions stressed they have several measures in place .
• Police disperse group thrown out of property for breaching restrictions The city council said it has been working with universities on their plans to reduce the risk of transmission of Covid-19 and to manage any outbreaks .
But Mr Smith said the authority should tell residents what strategy is in place to manage and support students .
It comes as the council cancelled a number of events including the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coronavirus hotspots in Hampshire Mr Smith said : “ I think that if they are going to start cancelling all sort of events for residents in Southampton they really have to start explaining what their strategy is to cope with 40,000 students coming to Southampton from all over the world and all over the country .
`` While I agree with some of the actions the council are taking they would say nothing about 40,000 students .
You can ’ t have one without the other , it is not fair.
” Dr @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the city council , said : “ We will continue to work with the universities to ensure accurate and up-to-date information and guidance is made available .
`` Our collective decisions will continue to be informed by the national guidance , and discussions with the local Health Protection Team and the Council ’ s Public Health team.
” Cllr Lorna Fielker , cabinet member for health , added : “ We ’ ve been upfront that the health and safety of residents is our top priority .
`` I am pleased to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taking the local threat more seriously , but working together is better than rushing to blame or scapegoat groups .
We will continue to update him at his regular update briefings with the Council.
” Both universities said measures such as hand-sanitiser stations , one-way system , online learning and requirement for face masks are in place .
`` They both also said to have “ robust ” procedures to support students who would need to self-isolate .
Solent University said that staff and students have to pre-book facilities and can only go @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Southampton said its students and staff are also being tested as part of the saliva test trial .
A spokesperson for the university said : “ Combined with normal NHS testing , this will help alert us to any cases occurring among our student population and quickly take appropriate action.
” Both universities have also published a joint student commitment , underlining the role students can play to keep themselves and the community safe .

Southampton Itchen MP Royston Smith is calling on Southampton City Council to explain the measures that have been put in place across the city to manage the influx of students.
The news follows a number of outbreaks at universities across the country.
The University of Southampton confirmed that 12 students and two staff members have tested positive for Covid-19 since the start of this academic year.
Meanwhile, Solent University said it currently has no confirmed cases.
Both institutions stressed they have several measures in place.
The city council said it has been working with universities on their plans to reduce the risk of transmission of Covid-19 and to manage any outbreaks.
But Mr Smith said the authority should tell residents what strategy is in place to manage and support students.
It comes as the council cancelled a number of events including the Christmas markets.
Mr Smith said: “I think that if they are going to start cancelling all sort of events for residents in Southampton they really have to start explaining what their strategy is to cope with 40,000 students coming to Southampton from all over the world and all over the country.
"While I agree with some of the actions the council are taking they would say nothing about 40,000 students. You can’t have one without the other, it is not fair.”
Dr Debbie Chase, director of public health at the city council, said: “We will continue to work with the universities to ensure accurate and up-to-date information and guidance is made available.
"Our collective decisions will continue to be informed by the national guidance, and discussions with the local Health Protection Team and the Council’s Public Health team.”
Cllr Lorna Fielker, cabinet member for health, added:“We’ve been upfront that the health and safety of residents is our top priority.
"I am pleased to see that Royston Smith MP is now taking the local threat more seriously, but working together is better than rushing to blame or scapegoat groups. We will continue to update him at his regular update briefings with the Council.”
Both universities said measures such as hand-sanitiser stations, one-way system, online learning and requirement for face masks are in place.
"They both also said to have “robust” procedures to support students who would need to self-isolate.
Solent University said that staff and students have to pre-book facilities and can only go on site when timetabled.
The University of Southampton said its students and staff are also being tested as part of the saliva test trial.
A spokesperson for the university said: “Combined with normal NHS testing, this will help alert us to any cases occurring among our student population and quickly take appropriate action.”
Both universities have also published a joint student commitment, underlining the role students can play to keep themselves and the community safe.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Aldi unveils new plan to build huge store near existing supermarkets in New Milton

SUPERMARKET giant Aldi has launched a fresh attempt to build a new store in a Hampshire town .
An application to build a store at Caird Avenue , New Milton , was thrown out earlier this year but the German company has now submitted a revised scheme .
Aldi says the proposed new store will create at least 30 jobs .
Its original proposal was rejected by just one vote at a meeting of New Forest District Council 's planning committee in May .
Its earlier proposal on an out-of-town site in Caird Avenue , near Tesco , was turned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ NFDC planning committee in May .
• Aldi still hopeful of building new store in New Milton In a statement issued at the time Aldi said it was `` very disappointed '' , adding : `` We certainly haven ’ t given up on a site in New Milton.
” Councillors rejected the first application after claiming the proposed new store should be built in Station Road , New Milton , instead .
They also said the proposal lacked sufficient landscaping and described the vehicle access to the site was unacceptable .
Now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ aims to overcome the objections .
It also says the Station Road site identified by the council would not be commercially viable because there is not enough space for the 127 parking spaces needed .
Aldi is also insisting that the proposed new store will complement existing stores in the area , including Morrisons , Lidl and Tesco .

An application to build a store at Caird Avenue, New Milton, was thrown out earlier this year but the German company has now submitted a revised scheme.
Aldi says the proposed new store will create at least 30 jobs.
Its original proposal was rejected by just one vote at a meeting of New Forest District Council's planning committee in May.
Its earlier proposal on an out-of-town site in Caird Avenue, near Tesco, was turned down by just one vote by the NFDC planning committee in May.
In a statement issued at the time Aldi said it was "very disappointed", adding: "We certainly haven’t given up on a site in New Milton.”
Councillors rejected the first application after claiming the proposed new store should be built in Station Road, New Milton, instead.
They also said the proposal lacked sufficient landscaping and described the vehicle access to the site was unacceptable.
Now Aldi has submitted a revised scheme that aims to overcome the objections.
It also says the Station Road site identified by the council would not be commercially viable because there is not enough space for the 127 parking spaces needed.
Aldi is also insisting that the proposed new store will complement existing stores in the area, including Morrisons, Lidl and Tesco.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Coronavirus deaths  doubled every two weeks in September

CORONAVIRUS deaths doubled roughly every two weeks in September , with the number of deaths involving Covid-19 in England and Wales rising by more than half in seven days , official figures show .
There were 215 deaths registered in the week ending September 25 mentioning “ novel coronavirus ” – 2.2 % of all deaths in England and Wales , the Office for National Statistics ( ONS ) said .
It was the third weekly rise in a row and represents a 54.6 % increase in deaths involving Covid-19 from the previous week , when 139 deaths were registered @ @ @ @ @ @ @ explain how city will cope with influx of students > > > The figures also reveal that the number of excess deaths not linked to Covid-19 in private homes in England and Wales since the start of the pandemic has passed 25,000 .
In the week ending September 25 , the number of deaths involving coronavirus increased in eight of nine regions in England , and in Wales .
The exception was the East Midlands , where the weekly total fell from 14 to 11 .
Just two areas – London and the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the average over five years for this time of year .
Overall , there were 9,634 deaths registered in England and Wales in the week ending September 25 – 111 more than the previous week and 2.7 % higher than the five-year average .
Deaths in hospitals and care homes were below the five-year average , while deaths in private homes remained above , with 749 more deaths than would typically be expected .
The number of deaths involving Covid-19 increased in hospitals by 63 , care homes by seven , hospices by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other communal establishments by two .
There were 25,183 non-Covid excess deaths in homes in England and Wales registered between March 7 and September 25 .
The total number of excess deaths in private homes registered during this period was 27,648 , including 2,465 coronavirus deaths .
Any death involving Covid-19 is counted as an excess death , because the virus did not exist before this year .
Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter , chairman of the Winton Centre for Risk and Evidence Communication , University of Cambridge , said : “ The latest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UK were doubling around every two weeks in September , although still only comprised 2 % of deaths in the country .
“ Crucially , there is still absolutely no sign of any reduction in the 30 % increase in deaths occurring at home – if this is to be a long-term feature of deaths in this country , we need to be confident that appropriate end-of-life care is being made available.
” Across the UK , 10,861 deaths were registered – 179 deaths higher than the five-year average and 77 deaths higher @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , 234 mentioned coronavirus , and two weeks prior the number of weekly deaths registered mentioning coronavirus was 110 .
Overall , more than 58,000 deaths involving Covid-19 have now been registered in the UK .
The ONS figures show that 52,943 deaths involving Covid-19 had occurred in England and Wales up to September 25 , and had been registered by October 3 .
Figures published last week by the National Records for Scotland of deaths registered up to September 27 , and by the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency of deaths @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the UK total to 58,101 deaths .
These are cases where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate , including suspected cases .

There were 215 deaths registered in the week ending September 25 mentioning “novel coronavirus” – 2.2% of all deaths in England and Wales, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said.
It was the third weekly rise in a row and represents a 54.6% increase in deaths involving Covid-19 from the previous week, when 139 deaths were registered.
The previous week saw 99 deaths involving coronavirus registered.
The figures also reveal that the number of excess deaths not linked to Covid-19 in private homes in England and Wales since the start of the pandemic has passed 25,000.
In the week ending September 25, the number of deaths involving coronavirus increased in eight of nine regions in England, and in Wales.
The exception was the East Midlands, where the weekly total fell from 14 to 11.
Just two areas – London and the East – had lower overall deaths than the average over five years for this time of year.
Overall, there were 9,634 deaths registered in England and Wales in the week ending September 25 – 111 more than the previous week and 2.7% higher than the five-year average.
Deaths in hospitals and care homes were below the five-year average, while deaths in private homes remained above, with 749 more deaths than would typically be expected.
The number of deaths involving Covid-19 increased in hospitals by 63, care homes by seven, hospices by one, private homes by three and other communal establishments by two.
There were 25,183 non-Covid excess deaths in homes in England and Wales registered between March 7 and September 25.
The total number of excess deaths in private homes registered during this period was 27,648, including 2,465 coronavirus deaths.
Any death involving Covid-19 is counted as an excess death, because the virus did not exist before this year.
Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter, chairman of the Winton Centre for Risk and Evidence Communication, University of Cambridge, said: “The latest data confirms that Covid deaths in the UK were doubling around every two weeks in September, although still only comprised 2% of deaths in the country.
“Crucially, there is still absolutely no sign of any reduction in the 30% increase in deaths occurring at home – if this is to be a long-term feature of deaths in this country, we need to be confident that appropriate end-of-life care is being made available.”
Across the UK, 10,861 deaths were registered – 179 deaths higher than the five-year average and 77 deaths higher than the previous week.
Of these, 234 mentioned coronavirus, and two weeks prior the number of weekly deaths registered mentioning coronavirus was 110.
Overall, more than 58,000 deaths involving Covid-19 have now been registered in the UK.
The ONS figures show that 52,943 deaths involving Covid-19 had occurred in England and Wales up to September 25, and had been registered by October 3.
Figures published last week by the National Records for Scotland of deaths registered up to September 27, and by the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency of deaths registered up to September 30, take the UK total to 58,101 deaths.
These are cases where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate, including suspected cases.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Theo Walcott admits he will 'probably cry' when he pulls on a Southampton FC shirt

THEO Walcott has admitted he will probably cry when he once again pulls on a Southampton shirt after completing a season-long loan move back to the south coast .
The 31-year-old Everton striker launched his professional career with the Saints , making his senior debut at the age of 16 under then manager Harry Redknapp .
However , he has found himself surplus to requirements at Goodison Park under Carlo Ancelotti and jumped at the chance to return .
He said : “ I had a few opportunities from other clubs , but as soon as Southampton came in for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ me and has made me into the player I am .
It ’ s in my heart .
“ I will probably cry , I bet , when I first play , and it means so much .
All the people that made it happen , I can ’ t thank them enough .
Honestly , I ’ m so pleased .
“ I was seriously lost for words when Southampton came on the table , and for me it was such an easy decision .
“ To get the chance to work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ young players that are coming through , I feel like I ’ ve made the right choice.
” Walcott emerged from the ranks at Southampton to become the club ’ s youngest ever senior player , making his first start at Leeds in October 2005 .
Just months later , he was heading for Arsenal in a £5million January move and the England international spent 12 years in North London before the Toffees invested £20million in his services in January 2018 .
Ancelotti ’ s summer spending spree saw him slip down the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but the man himself is confident he still has much to offer .
Walcott told Sky Sports News : “ I want to work hard and try to get Southampton to go to that next level .
I feel like as well with my old head , I suppose now , I can help the young players come through as well .
“ I ’ m here to win , to fight , so I still feel like I ’ ve got a lot in me.
” Saints boss Ralph Hasenhuttl is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the club ’ s emerging professionals .
He said : “ There is a lot of history between this club and Theo , so I know how special this will be for him and for our supporters .
“ But what is most important to me is that we have signed a player who can help our squad and give us another strong option in our attack .
“ Theo is someone who has all the qualities to fit well into our team and our style of play , and I know @ @ @ @ @ @ @ what we want and that he is excited to be a part of what we are doing here .
“ His experience and influence will also be important for our young players .
The idea is not to block their development , but for this to make it faster .
From this professional , they can learn and grow as players for the future of our club .
”

The 31-year-old Everton striker launched his professional career with the Saints, making his senior debut at the age of 16 under then manager Harry Redknapp.
However, he has found himself surplus to requirements at Goodison Park under Carlo Ancelotti and jumped at the chance to return.
He said: “I had a few opportunities from other clubs, but as soon as Southampton came in for me, it’s part of me and has made me into the player I am. It’s in my heart.
“I will probably cry, I bet, when I first play, and it means so much. All the people that made it happen, I can’t thank them enough. Honestly, I’m so pleased.
“I was seriously lost for words when Southampton came on the table, and for me it was such an easy decision.
“To get the chance to work with the manager as well and these young players that are coming through, I feel like I’ve made the right choice.”
Walcott emerged from the ranks at Southampton to become the club’s youngest ever senior player, making his first start at Leeds in October 2005.
Just months later, he was heading for Arsenal in a £5million January move and the England international spent 12 years in North London before the Toffees invested £20million in his services in January 2018.
Ancelotti’s summer spending spree saw him slip down the pecking order and prompted his temporary exit, but the man himself is confident he still has much to offer.
Walcott told Sky Sports News: “I want to work hard and try to get Southampton to go to that next level. I feel like as well with my old head, I suppose now, I can help the young players come through as well.
“I’m here to win, to fight, so I still feel like I’ve got a lot in me.”
Saints boss Ralph Hasenhuttl is confident Walcott will prove an ideal mentor for the club’s emerging professionals.
He said: “There is a lot of history between this club and Theo, so I know how special this will be for him and for our supporters.
“But what is most important to me is that we have signed a player who can help our squad and give us another strong option in our attack.
“Theo is someone who has all the qualities to fit well into our team and our style of play, and I know from speaking to him that he understands what we want and that he is excited to be a part of what we are doing here.
“His experience and influence will also be important for our young players. The idea is not to block their development, but for this to make it faster. From this professional, they can learn and grow as players for the future of our club.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Dispersal order used after gathering in New Milton

POLICE were forced to break up a group on a high street after they were thrown out of a property @ @ @ @ @ Officers were called to the property in New Milton on Friday night .
A spokesman @ @ @ @ @ Cops said : `` Officers were called to a property in the New Milton area @ @ @ @ @ breach .
`` Persons were ejected from a premises , however continued to linger on @ @ @ @ @ Staff member and gym user test positive for coronavirus at secondary school `` A Section @ @ @ @ @ shortly after which enabled officers to lawfully move people away from the designated area .
@ @ @ @ @ week after two nights of trouble in the New Forest town , also involving people @ @ @ @ @ man was assaulted by a group of people who punched him to the ground and @ @ @ @ @ Club said they had been warned about a `` fracas '' outside the premises .
@ @ @ @ @ move large groups of people .

Officers were called to the property in New Milton on Friday night.
A spokesman for Lymington and New Milton Cops said: "Officers were called to a property in the New Milton area with concerns of a Covid breach.
"Persons were ejected from a premises, however continued to linger on the high street.
"A Section 35 Dispersal Order was authorised shortly after which enabled officers to lawfully move people away from the designated area."
The incident comes a week after two nights of trouble in the New Forest town, also involving people flouting coronavirus restrictions.
A man was assaulted by a group of people who punched him to the ground and people in New Milton Conservative Club said they had been warned about a "fracas" outside the premises.
Dispersal orders were used to move large groups of people.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Two positive coronavirus cases at a school in Fair Oak

A MEMBER of staff and a gym member have tested positive for Coronavirus at a secondary school in Fair Oak .
Wyvern College have confirmed that the member of staff in maths tested positive after first exhibiting symptoms on Friday , October 2 .
The individual had been isolating since Monday , September 28 due to a family illness and the Department of Education has advised that `` no further action is required '' .
• Where are the coronavirus 'hotspots ' in Hampshire ?
This is because no students or staff member was in close contact with them in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first signs of symptoms .
The school , that has over 1300 pupils , ranging from 11 to 16 , has said that a member of the Activate Gym located at the college has also tested positive .
Staff are said to be working with Public Health England to identify anyone that has been in close contact with the gym member .
• University of Southampton confirms 12 students and two staff test positive Wyvern college is the latest school to be hit by coronavirus after several others in the region returned positive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ School in Southampton .
In a letter to parents , head teacher , Ben Rule said : `` We are working hard to ensure the health , safety and welfare of your children and family .
`` We urge students to continue to practise social distancing , good hand and respiratory hygiene and the use of face coverings .
`` It is important that we communicate to students with calmness and perspective based upon facts and not upon speculation or conjecture . ''

Wyvern College have confirmed that the member of staff in maths tested positive after first exhibiting symptoms on Friday, October 2.
The individual had been isolating since Monday, September 28 due to a family illness and the Department of Education has advised that "no further action is required".
This is because no students or staff member was in close contact with them in the 48 hours leading up to the first signs of symptoms.
The school, that has over 1300 pupils, ranging from 11 to 16, has said that a member of the Activate Gym located at the college has also tested positive.
Staff are said to be working with Public Health England to identify anyone that has been in close contact with the gym member.
Wyvern college is the latest school to be hit by coronavirus after several others in the region returned positive cases including The Romsey School and Cantell School in Southampton.
In a letter to parents, head teacher, Ben Rule said: "We are working hard to ensure the health, safety and welfare of your children and family.
"We urge students to continue to practise social distancing, good hand and respiratory hygiene and the use of face coverings.
"It is important that we communicate to students with calmness and perspective based upon facts and not upon speculation or conjecture."


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Drugs, littering, and vandalism at Knightwood Leisure Centre

A LACK of community policing is to blame for rise in anti-social behaviour , claims councillor .
There has recently been an increase in reports of crime and disorder at the Knightwood Leisure Centre in Chandler ’ s Ford .
Resident and councillor Alan Dowden has claimed that drugs are being taken there , fences are being broken , and litter is being scattered .
• Eastleigh residents work to keep their area litter free The area that includes facilities like a skatepark , BMX track and a basketball court and has become a popular meeting point for the local @ @ @ @ @ @ @ There ’ s a lot of top quality facilities there .
“ I ’ ve been proud to gain it all because the youth really enjoy it and at least they ’ re doing activities that are using their energy in a positive way .
“ But you will always get this element that won ’ t do these activities , they will come because there is crowds , and then they cause mischief.
” Police have been patrolling the area over the weekend , with a Section 35 Dispersal Order put in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who is causing crime or disorder .
Despite this though , Councillor Dowden feels that not enough is being done in the area , and that there should be more community police to resolve the issue .
He added : “ I am not happy at all .
When we were policed years ago from Eastleigh we had quite a police presence .
“ They eradicated anti-social behaviour and drink problems and it was as it should be , a lovely place to live .
“ This needn ’ t have happened if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have taken been taking place , with members of the public going in to pick up the mess left behind .
But “ they shouldn ’ t have to do it ” claims councillor Dowden , who has also been there himself to try and keep the community clean .
“ The public are frustrated with the lack of policing .
“ I do understand and I do have a sympathy with police because I know they haven ’ t got sufficient officers.
” “ But more policing is the only answer .
@

There has recently been an increase in reports of crime and disorder at the Knightwood Leisure Centre in Chandler’s Ford.
Resident and councillor Alan Dowden has claimed that drugs are being taken there, fences are being broken, and litter is being scattered.
The area that includes facilities like a skatepark, BMX track and a basketball court and has become a popular meeting point for the local youth.
Councillor Dowden said: “There’s a lot of top quality facilities there.
“I’ve been proud to gain it all because the youth really enjoy it and at least they’re doing activities that are using their energy in a positive way.
“But you will always get this element that won’t do these activities, they will come because there is crowds, and then they cause mischief.”
Police have been patrolling the area over the weekend, with a Section 35 Dispersal Order put in place, allowing them to remove anyone who is causing crime or disorder.
Despite this though, Councillor Dowden feels that not enough is being done in the area, and that there should be more community police to resolve the issue.
He added: “I am not happy at all. When we were policed years ago from Eastleigh we had quite a police presence.
“They eradicated anti-social behaviour and drink problems and it was as it should be, a lovely place to live.
“This needn’t have happened if we had community policing.”
Clean ups have taken been taking place, with members of the public going in to pick up the mess left behind.
But “they shouldn’t have to do it” claims councillor Dowden, who has also been there himself to try and keep the community clean.
“The public are frustrated with the lack of policing.
“I do understand and I do have a sympathy with police because I know they haven’t got sufficient officers.”
“But more policing is the only answer.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Bloor Homes submits application to build on land north of Totton

PLANNING chiefs are studying proposals to build up to 300 homes - a third of which will be affordable - on the edge of the New Forest .
Bloor Homes and a local landowner , Barker-Mill Estates , are seeking consent to redevelop a large area of rural land between Calmore and the M27 motorway .
The submission of a planning application follows a public consultation carried out earlier this year .
If the scheme goes ahead the main access will be off a new roundabout opposite Brookes Hill industrial estate .
A secondary junction nearby would also serve as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ period .
The public consultation started just days after New Forest District Council approved the new Local Plan , which identifies a raft of sites considered suitable for housing .
As reported in the Daily Echo , the council 's decision paves the way for 10,420 homes to built across the district by 2036 .
The proposals put forward by Bloor Homes and Barker-Mill Estates have sparked a mixed response on social media .
Critics of the proposed development say it will create extra traffic problems as well as increasing the strain on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ person posted : `` It 's of no benefit to Totton whatsoever and will place a huge burden on overstretched facilities . ''
Another social media user added : `` Traffic is a nightmare already . ''
But supporters say it will provide much-needed housing in an area where many people currently have little or no hope of owning their own home .
One person said : `` I would like to think my grandchildren will have a home in the future .
People moan when no new homes get built and moan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's what a major new housing plan could mean for the New Forest Bloor Homes and Barker-Mill Estates hope to start work in 2022 if permission is granted .
In a joint statement they said : “ We are delighted that following on from an extensive consultation with the local community , councillors and planning officers , we have submitted our outline plans for the development of land north of Salisbury Road .
“ We are pleased with the response to our public consultation , with over 2,400 people viewing our proposals through @ @ @ @ @ @ @ application will provide up to 300 much-needed new homes , including affordable housing , a range of public open spaces , road and transport improvements as well as funding towards the improvement of local facilities .
`` Our plans will make a considerable contribution to meeting the housing needs of the New Forest district . ''

Bloor Homes and a local landowner, Barker-Mill Estates, are seeking consent to redevelop a large area of rural land between Calmore and the M27 motorway.
The submission of a planning application follows a public consultation carried out earlier this year.
If the scheme goes ahead the main access will be off a new roundabout opposite Brookes Hill industrial estate. A secondary junction nearby would also serve as an entrance for vehicles during the construction period.
The public consultation started just days after New Forest District Council approved the new Local Plan, which identifies a raft of sites considered suitable for housing.
As reported in the Daily Echo, the council's decision paves the way for 10,420 homes to built across the district by 2036.
The proposals put forward by Bloor Homes and Barker-Mill Estates have sparked a mixed response on social media.
Critics of the proposed development say it will create extra traffic problems as well as increasing the strain on GP surgeries and other services.
One person posted: "It's of no benefit to Totton whatsoever and will place a huge burden on overstretched facilities." Another social media user added: "Traffic is a nightmare already."
But supporters say it will provide much-needed housing in an area where many people currently have little or no hope of owning their own home.
One person said: "I would like to think my grandchildren will have a home in the future. People moan when no new homes get built and moan when they are."
Bloor Homes and Barker-Mill Estates hope to start work in 2022 if permission is granted.
In a joint statement they said: “We are delighted that following on from an extensive consultation with the local community, councillors and planning officers, we have submitted our outline plans for the development of land north of Salisbury Road.
“We are pleased with the response to our public consultation, with over 2,400 people viewing our proposals through our dedicated website.
"Our outline application will provide up to 300 much-needed new homes, including affordable housing, a range of public open spaces, road and transport improvements as well as funding towards the improvement of local facilities.
"Our plans will make a considerable contribution to meeting the housing needs of the New Forest district."


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--EuroMillions ticket bought in the New Forest is worth £80,000

A LUCKY EuroMillions player who bought their ticket in Hampshire has won almost £80,000 - but has yet to claim their prize .
The search is on to find the owner of the winning ticket , purchased in the New Forest , who matched the five main numbers and one Lucky Star number in the EuroMillions draw on September 22 .
The winning numbers on that date were 16 , 25 , 28 , 39 , 40 and the Lucky Star numbers were 1 and 6 .
The lucky ticket-holder has until March 21 next year to claim their prize @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , senior winners ’ advisor at the National Lottery said : “ We ’ re desperate to find the mystery ticket-holder and unite them with their winnings .
`` This amazing prize could really make a huge difference to somebody ’ s life .
“ We ’ re encouraging everyone to check their tickets online via the National Lottery website or via the National Lottery App where possible , or in their local shop .
`` You can scan your retail draw-based game tickets on The National Lottery App to see if you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Try checking in the pockets of clothing , in wallets , bags and down the back of the sofa .
We have the champagne on ice and our fingers crossed that the lucky winner comes forward to claim their win.
” Anyone not in possession of their ticket , but believes they have a genuine claim , can still make a claim in writing to Camelot , but it must be within 30 days of the draw .
If no-one comes forward with the winning ticket before the prize claim deadline , then @ @ @ @ @ @ @ interest it has generated , will go to help National Lottery-funded projects across the UK .
With all National Lottery draws , players have 180 days from the day of the draw to claim their prize if they have the winning ticket .
Anyone who believes they have the winning ticket for any of the National Lottery draws within the 180-day deadline should call the National Lottery Line on 0333 234 5050 or email help @ national-lottery.co.uk .

The search is on to find the owner of the winning ticket, purchased in the New Forest, who matched the five main numbers and one Lucky Star number in the EuroMillions draw on September 22.
The winning numbers on that date were 16, 25, 28, 39, 40 and the Lucky Star numbers were 1 and 6.
The lucky ticket-holder has until March 21 next year to claim their prize - a life-changing £79,147.50.
Andy Carter, senior winners’ advisor at the National Lottery said: “We’re desperate to find the mystery ticket-holder and unite them with their winnings.
"This amazing prize could really make a huge difference to somebody’s life.
“We’re encouraging everyone to check their tickets online via the National Lottery website or via the National Lottery App where possible, or in their local shop.
"You can scan your retail draw-based game tickets on The National Lottery App to see if you’ve won a prize.
“Try checking in the pockets of clothing, in wallets, bags and down the back of the sofa. We have the champagne on ice and our fingers crossed that the lucky winner comes forward to claim their win.”
Anyone not in possession of their ticket, but believes they have a genuine claim, can still make a claim in writing to Camelot, but it must be within 30 days of the draw.
If no-one comes forward with the winning ticket before the prize claim deadline, then the prize money, plus all the interest it has generated, will go to help National Lottery-funded projects across the UK.
With all National Lottery draws, players have 180 days from the day of the draw to claim their prize if they have the winning ticket.
Anyone who believes they have the winning ticket for any of the National Lottery draws within the 180-day deadline should call the National Lottery Line on 0333 234 5050 or email help@national-lottery.co.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Lymington lifeboat in rescue drama near Keyhaven

A HAMPSHIRE lifeboat rescued a sailor who was stranded aboard an inflatable dinghy that had run out of fuel .
@ @ @ @ @ called out to Keyhaven just after 11.30pm yesterday .
A spokesperson said : `` The @ @ @ @ @ locate the 2.8m inflatable dinghy which had run out of fuel .
`` The person @ @ @ @ @ the lifeboat to the boat by using their mobile phone as a torch . ''
@ @ @ @ @ and made their way to the dinghy , establishing that the sailor was unhurt before @ @ @ @ @ `` The casualty , who was suffering a little from the cold , was transferred @ @ @ @ @ The lifeboat towed the dinghy back to Keyhaven , where the casualty was placed in @ @ @ @ @ team . ''
Lifeboat helmsman Simon Nuding added : `` It is really important you @ @ @ @ @ weather conditions and ensure that someone is aware of your movements .
`` The person @ @ @ @ @ and call the coastguard for help . ''

The Lymington-based RNLI crew were called out to Keyhaven just after 11.30pm yesterday.
A spokesperson said: "The lifeboat was able to quickly locate the 2.8m inflatable dinghy which had run out of fuel.
"The person onboard was able to direct the lifeboat to the boat by using their mobile phone as a torch."
A crewmember entered the water and made their way to the dinghy, establishing that the sailor was unhurt before attaching a tow line.
"The casualty, who was suffering a little from the cold, was transferred into the lifeboat.
"The lifeboat towed the dinghy back to Keyhaven, where the casualty was placed in the care of the coastguard team."
Lifeboat helmsman Simon Nuding added: "It is really important you plan for your passage, weather conditions and ensure that someone is aware of your movements.
"The person absolutely did the right thing and call the coastguard for help."


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Bransgore Medical Centre closed after positive coronavirus test

BRANSGORE Medical Centre is closed for two weeks following a confirmed case of coronavirus within the medical practice which runs it .
It is one of two surgeries closed by Christchurch Medical Practice , which operates a total of four surgeries in Christchurch and the New Forest .
A spokesman for the practice confirmed that a team member , who works in a non-patient-facing role , had tested positive for coronavirus .
A deep clean has been carried out at all of its sites but , due to the number of staff members now forced to self-isolate for 14 days @ @ @ @ @ @ @ close two surgeries .
The decision affects thousands of patients and is likely to lead to disruption to appointments over the next two weeks .
In a post on Facebook a spokesman said : `` All of the relevant branches have had a full chemical deep clean and tested negative .
`` Following strict government guidelines and advice from Public Health England this has meant that quite a large amount of our colleagues have now also had to self-isolate for 14 days .
`` This will mean , as a practice , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ To maximise staffing levels on our phones we have decided to close our Bransgore and Orchard sites for the two week period from October 5 .
`` This may mean that over the next two weeks there may be some changes to appointments that are already booked as we move our clinics around the different sites to accommodate this .
`` The phones will be answered as best we can but we are asking that if it 's not urgent that you please leave them free for the clinically vulnerable and urgent medical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as a priority . ''
Those without urgent needs are being asked to use the e-consult service on the Christchurch Medical Practice website .

It is one of two surgeries closed by Christchurch Medical Practice, which operates a total of four surgeries in Christchurch and the New Forest.
A spokesman for the practice confirmed that a team member, who works in a non-patient-facing role, had tested positive for coronavirus.
A deep clean has been carried out at all of its sites but, due to the number of staff members now forced to self-isolate for 14 days, the decision has been made to close two surgeries.
The decision affects thousands of patients and is likely to lead to disruption to appointments over the next two weeks.
In a post on Facebook a spokesman said: "All of the relevant branches have had a full chemical deep clean and tested negative.
"Following strict government guidelines and advice from Public Health England this has meant that quite a large amount of our colleagues have now also had to self-isolate for 14 days.
"This will mean, as a practice, we are operating under very limited resources. To maximise staffing levels on our phones we have decided to close our Bransgore and Orchard sites for the two week period from October 5.
"This may mean that over the next two weeks there may be some changes to appointments that are already booked as we move our clinics around the different sites to accommodate this.
"The phones will be answered as best we can but we are asking that if it's not urgent that you please leave them free for the clinically vulnerable and urgent medical needs to be able to get through as a priority."
Those without urgent needs are being asked to use the e-consult service on the Christchurch Medical Practice website.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Robert Cook from Lymington died at sea in Croatia

A RETIRED dentist died at sea in Croatia , an inquest opening has revealed .
Robert Cook , from Lymington @ @ @ @ @ , earlier this year .
The 68-year-old , who was born in Scotland , had @ @ @ @ @ when he died .
He was identified by funeral directors using his passport .
The @ @ @ @ @ for January 12 at Oxford Coroners Court .
It is understood the inquest will take @ @ @ @ @ was repatriated to Brize Norton in the same county .

Robert Cook, from Lymington, died on August 26, earlier this year.
The 68-year-old, who was born in Scotland, had been at sea near Saplunara when he died.
He was identified by funeral directors using his passport.
The full inquest has been scheduled for January 12 at Oxford Coroners Court.
It is understood the inquest will take place in Oxford because he was repatriated to Brize Norton in the same county.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Plans for strip club in London Road in Southampton

PLANS for a strip club in Southampton are to be discussed tonight .
Civic chiefs are set to approve proposals for a strip club at the site of the former Kelly ’ s Bar in London Road .
As reported , a licence was granted last year .
At the time it was agreed that the club would have to close at 5am and it would have to stop entertainment and the sale of alcohol at 4.30am .
However , the proposals have been amended and developers are now asking for the venue to open from 9pm to 2am Monday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Sundays .
The plans have been submitted by Star Dust Entertainment ( UK ) Ltd .
Some concerns have been raised over the impact the club will have on noise and crime levels .
But planning bosses said the activities associated with the site `` are not considered to cause adverse harm to public safety and increase the risk of crime in the local area '' .
As reported , last year licensing officers also asked for a number of conditions to be in place .
These include the requirement for door @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scanning will be compulsory for the first six months and after six months the police and the applicant will decide whether to continue to ask clients for ID when entering the club .
• Strip clubs are 'sexist ' and a 'thing of the past ' - anger at plan for new city club The decision was made after Hampshire Constabulary objected to the extension of the opening hours until 6.30am .
In a document published ahead of tonight 's meeting the police said that developers have presented `` compelling evidence '' that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will not bring about an increase in incidents of crime and anti-social behaviour '' .
The Planning and Rights of Way Panel at Southampton City Council will discuss the application in a virtual meeting set to start at 6pm tonight .
The recommendation is for the proposals to be approved .
In a document planning bosses said : `` In summary , the reduced hours now sought , coupled with the similar scale and intensity of the late-night entertainment use , ensures that the proposed change of use would not cause any further @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the local area '' .

Civic chiefs are set to approve proposals for a strip club at the site of the former Kelly’s Bar in London Road.
As reported, a licence was granted last year.
At the time it was agreed that the club would have to close at 5am and it would have to stop entertainment and the sale of alcohol at 4.30am.
However, the proposals have been amended and developers are now asking for the venue to open from 9pm to 2am Monday to Friday and from 9pm to 12.30am on Sundays. The plans have been submitted by Star Dust Entertainment (UK) Ltd.
Some concerns have been raised over the impact the club will have on noise and crime levels.
But planning bosses said the activities associated with the site "are not considered to cause adverse harm to public safety and increase the risk of crime in the local area".
As reported, last year licensing officers also asked for a number of conditions to be in place.
These include the requirement for door staff to have body-worn cameras.
ID scanning will be compulsory for the first six months and after six months the police and the applicant will decide whether to continue to ask clients for ID when entering the club.
The decision was made after Hampshire Constabulary objected to the extension of the opening hours until 6.30am.
In a document published ahead of tonight's meeting the police said that developers have presented "compelling evidence" that the strip club at the site "will not bring about an increase in incidents of crime and anti-social behaviour".
The Planning and Rights of Way Panel at Southampton City Council will discuss the application in a virtual meeting set to start at 6pm tonight.
The recommendation is for the proposals to be approved.
In a document planning bosses said: "In summary, the reduced hours now sought, coupled with the similar scale and intensity of the late-night entertainment use, ensures that the proposed change of use would not cause any further adverse harm to the character and amenity of the local area".


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Southampton hospital to benefit from £1m investment in decontamination facilities

A SOUTHAMPTON hospital is to benefit from a cut of £1m to invest in decontamination facilities .
Care UK Healthcare has invested £1m in an upgrade of the Central Sterile Services Departments ( CSSD ) at its hospitals in Southampton Royal South Hants , Shepton Mallet and Gillingham .
CSSDs are used to effectively decontaminate equipment used at each hospital .
Each hospital is accredited by the British Standards Institute which not only guarantees the quality of the service , but also allows each hospital to explore opportunities to offer the service in the future to other clinical facilities which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after each use .
The upgrade , courtesy of STERIS , allows for faster processing and up to three times as many instruments decontaminated per hour .
The new system is also less harmful on the environment and it is estimated that during the course of a six month period all three hospitals it will save around one million litres of water per hospital .
Andy Lunt , Managing Director , Care UK Healthcare , added : “ This is the latest in a long line of investment made by Care UK at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the commitment we willingly make to ensure our patients get the best care possible – our patients sit at the heart of everything we do.
” Throughout the current coronavirus pandemic , the hospital believes that the new upgrade is a `` useful facility '' that in time could help a wide range of organisations to decontaminate their equipment and keep patients safe .
The new system allows each hospital to do more at greater efficiency .
Combined with BSI accreditation , it also means the opportunity to offer the service to other @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Martin Carr , Commercial Director for STERIS said : “ We are delighted to have been chosen to work with the Care UK team , supporting the vital and safe delivery of patient surgical care through the installation of industry leading sterilisation equipment .
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Care UK Healthcare has invested £1m in an upgrade of the Central Sterile Services Departments (CSSD) at its hospitals in Southampton Royal South Hants, Shepton Mallet and Gillingham.
CSSDs are used to effectively decontaminate equipment used at each hospital.
Each hospital is accredited by the British Standards Institute which not only guarantees the quality of the service, but also allows each hospital to explore opportunities to offer the service in the future to other clinical facilities which use equipment which needs to be decontaminated after each use.
The upgrade, courtesy of STERIS, allows for faster processing and up to three times as many instruments decontaminated per hour.
The new system is also less harmful on the environment and it is estimated that during the course of a six month period all three hospitals it will save around one million litres of water per hospital.
Andy Lunt, Managing Director, Care UK Healthcare, added: “This is the latest in a long line of investment made by Care UK at its hospitals and it stands testament to the commitment we willingly make to ensure our patients get the best care possible – our patients sit at the heart of everything we do.”
Throughout the current coronavirus pandemic, the hospital believes that the new upgrade is a "useful facility" that in time could help a wide range of organisations to decontaminate their equipment and keep patients safe.
The new system allows each hospital to do more at greater efficiency. Combined with BSI accreditation, it also means the opportunity to offer the service to other organisations in the area in the future.
Martin Carr, Commercial Director for STERIS said: “We are delighted to have been chosen to work with the Care UK team, supporting the vital and safe delivery of patient surgical care through the installation of industry leading sterilisation equipment.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Drink driver banned from roads for one year

A DRINK driver has been banned from the road for one year .
Thomas Jack O'Sullivan was caught drink driving @ @ @ @ @ , on August 14 .
The 20-year-old was found 58 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 @ @ @ @ @ the legal limit of 35 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath .
Appearing @ @ @ @ @ , he pleaded guilty to drink driving .
O'Sullivan , of Sherborne , Dorset , @ @ @ @ @ 12 months and fined £250 .
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge @ @ @ @ @ of £85 .

Thomas Jack O'Sullivan was caught drink driving on Gover Road, Southampton, on August 14.
The 20-year-old was found 58 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath, exceeding the legal limit of 35 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, he pleaded guilty to drink driving.
O'Sullivan, of Sherborne, Dorset, was disqualified from driving for 12 months and fined £250.
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £32 and court costs of £85.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Totton Lantern Parade and other events cancelled by coronavirus

TWO of Hampshire 's biggest Christmas events have been axed because of the coronavirus pandemic .
Totton Lantern Parade and the Christmas lights display at Byron Road , New Milton , have both been cancelled because of the continuing need observe social distancing .
The lantern parade was due to have been held in Totton town centre at the beginning of December .
But a statement issued by the organisers says : `` It is with regret that we 've decided to cancel the normal lantern procession this year .
`` It 's too difficult to predict what the situation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't want to organise something which might encourage a gathering at the wrong time .
`` However we wo n't be beaten .
`` We love our Christmas in Totton so we 're working hard to come up with a plan for ways to bring our lovely community together . ''
Last year hundreds of people gathered beside the main roundabout in the town centre to watch Saints hero Franny Benali switch on the town 's Christmas lights .
The superfit 50-year-old had recently raised £1m for Cancer Research UK by taking part @ @ @ @ @ @ @ swimming , cycling and running a total of 140 miles each day .
The festive lights display at Byron Road - dubbed Britain 's most festive street - has also fallen victim to Covid .
Last year more than 1,000 people crowded into the narrow terraced street to watch Meridian presenter Fred Dinenage and former Saints manager Harry Redknapp switch on the spectacular display .
The event has raised more than £80,000 for good causes since it was first staged 16 years ago by one of the residents , Ged Hollyoake .
Lymington @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which sees Santa arrive by boat , has also been axed after organisers said it would be impossible to impose social distancing .
This yea 's Beaulieu Fireworks Spectacular - due to have been held on October 31 - has also been axed .
A Beaulieu spokesperson said : `` It was hoped that larger scale events would be able to return later in the year , however it is looking increasingly likely that this is not going to be possible .
`` Therefore , a regretful but early decision has been @ @ @ @ @ @

Totton Lantern Parade and the Christmas lights display at Byron Road, New Milton, have both been cancelled because of the continuing need observe social distancing.
The lantern parade was due to have been held in Totton town centre at the beginning of December.
But a statement issued by the organisers says: "It is with regret that we've decided to cancel the normal lantern procession this year.
"It's too difficult to predict what the situation will be by then and we don't want to organise something which might encourage a gathering at the wrong time.
"However we won't be beaten.
"We love our Christmas in Totton so we're working hard to come up with a plan for ways to bring our lovely community together."
Last year hundreds of people gathered beside the main roundabout in the town centre to watch Saints hero Franny Benali switch on the town's Christmas lights.
The superfit 50-year-old had recently raised £1m for Cancer Research UK by taking part in seven Ironman challenges, which involved swimming, cycling and running a total of 140 miles each day.
The festive lights display at Byron Road - dubbed Britain's most festive street - has also fallen victim to Covid.
Last year more than 1,000 people crowded into the narrow terraced street to watch Meridian presenter Fred Dinenage and former Saints manager Harry Redknapp switch on the spectacular display.
The event has raised more than £80,000 for good causes since it was first staged 16 years ago by one of the residents, Ged Hollyoake.
Lymington’s traditional Christmas on the Quay, which sees Santa arrive by boat, has also been axed after organisers said it would be impossible to impose social distancing.
This yea's Beaulieu Fireworks Spectacular - due to have been held on October 31 - has also been axed.
A Beaulieu spokesperson said: "It was hoped that larger scale events would be able to return later in the year, however it is looking increasingly likely that this is not going to be possible.
"Therefore, a regretful but early decision has been made to cancel the event. "


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Southampton man caught drink driving while banned is jailed

A SOUTHAMPTON man who was caught drink driving following a ban has been jailed .
Steven David Lawrie was caught @ @ @ @ @ Civic on May 9 on Weston Parade in Southampton .
The 29-year-old was already disqualified @ @ @ @ @ of the offence .
He was found to have 81 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 @ @ @ @ @ the legal limit of 35 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath .
He @ @ @ @ @ The court heard how the offence took place `` shortly after '' his driving ban @ @ @ @ @ at Southampton Magistrates ' Court , he pleaded guilty to one count of driving while @ @ @ @ @ driving without insurance and one count of drink driving .
Lawrie , of Blackthorn Road @ @ @ @ @ for 12 weeks and disqualified from driving for three years .
He was also ordered @ @ @ @ @ of £128 and court costs of £85 .

Steven David Lawrie was caught drink driving in a Honda Civic on May 9 on Weston Parade in Southampton.
The 29-year-old was already disqualified from driving at the time of the offence.
He was found to have 81 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath, exceeding the legal limit of 35 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath. He also had no insurance.
The court heard how the offence took place "shortly after" his driving ban was first imposed.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, he pleaded guilty to one count of driving while disqualified, one count of driving without insurance and one count of drink driving.
Lawrie, of Blackthorn Road, Southampton, was jailed for 12 weeks and disqualified from driving for three years.
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £128 and court costs of £85.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Southampton residents urged to ditch their cars and take the bus as part of Clean Air Day

SOUTHAMPTON residents are being urged to ditch their cars and take the bus to mark Clean Air Day this week .
City bus operator Bluestar is marking Clean Air Day on October 8 by asking people in Southampton to leave their cars at home and travel by sustainable transport instead .
The company has been working on cleaner air in the city for a number of year , including invesing in a new fleet of greener vehicles and installing solar panels on buses as well as trialling the world ’ s first air filtering bus .
Nikki Honer , head @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` A double decker bus has the potential to take many cars off the road - even with current on-board social distancing measures in place .
“ And there are potential health benefits too .
`` Beyond the bus journey itself , a relatively overlooked aspect of public transport commuting is the ‘ first and last miles ’ - that is the four daily journeys that people make to-and-from their homes and workplaces .
`` This provides the ideal opportunity to integrate a good amount of physical activity into their daily lives .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ has changed beyond recognition over recent years , and those who haven ’ t travelled with us recently will be amazed at the enhancements we ’ ve made .
“ Our new buses have more comfortable seating , USB charging points for smartphone and tablet users , accept mobile phone payments , as well as contactless and they sport the very latest Euro 6 low emissions engines .
`` And now we have reinstated our services to pre-Covid levels , so those travelling with us can be assured our buses are safe , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Promise initiative encourages local people to leave their own vehicles at home for just one day a week .
We hope people will choose to do that on Clean Air Day .
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City bus operator Bluestar is marking Clean Air Day on October 8 by asking people in Southampton to leave their cars at home and travel by sustainable transport instead.
The company has been working on cleaner air in the city for a number of year, including invesing in a new fleet of greener vehicles and installing solar panels on buses as well as trialling the world’s first air filtering bus.
Nikki Honer, head of communications at Bluestar, said: "A double decker bus has the potential to take many cars off the road - even with current on-board social distancing measures in place.
“And there are potential health benefits too.
"Beyond the bus journey itself, a relatively overlooked aspect of public transport commuting is the ‘first and last miles’ - that is the four daily journeys that people make to-and-from their homes and workplaces.
"This provides the ideal opportunity to integrate a good amount of physical activity into their daily lives."
She added: “Bus travel has changed beyond recognition over recent years, and those who haven’t travelled with us recently will be amazed at the enhancements we’ve made.
“Our new buses have more comfortable seating, USB charging points for smartphone and tablet users, accept mobile phone payments, as well as contactless and they sport the very latest Euro 6 low emissions engines.
"And now we have reinstated our services to pre-Covid levels, so those travelling with us can be assured our buses are safe, frequent and reliable.
“Our Bluestar Promise initiative encourages local people to leave their own vehicles at home for just one day a week. We hope people will choose to do that on Clean Air Day.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--John Lewis at Westquay Southampton unveils Christmas shop

JOHN Lewis in Southampton has unveiled its Christmas shop , with figures showing people have been shopping earlier than ever for the festive season Christmas sales so far have more than doubled compared with the same period in 2019 , the department store says .
Dan Cooper , who has the title ‘ head of Christmas ’ at John Lewis & Partners , said : “ We know that Christmas might look a little different to our customers this year , with smaller celebrations at home and video calls to loved ones .
“ But we also know that many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that the festive season brings : from decorated fireplaces to wreaths on doors .
“ Our customers are planning earlier than ever to revel in the festivities and likely spread out the tasks to avoid any last minute rushes .
“ This year we have created a Christmas shop that will of course delight and inspire our customers but we have also focused on making it a simple journey that means they can tick off their list happily and safely.
” Christmas sales so far are up 112 per cent on last year @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Christmas room decorations have risen 300 per cent and Christmas card sales have nearly doubled .
Its festive shop on Floor Two of the Westquay Shopping Centre store features gifts and decorations , with seven decorating themes .
There are three key looks for the dining room – based on the art of Japan , Impressionism and Art Nouveau .
A living room is decorated in the Bloomsbury trend , while the Renaissance trend includes hand-blown baubles in pastel shades .
The seventh theme is based on Pop Art , with a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decarations and for parents to “ indulge in their playful side ” .
John Lewis has also launched a 3D tour of its Christmas shop in London ’ s Oxford Street .
Customers will be able to virtually `` walk through '' the store and see the range brought to life .

Christmas sales so far have more than doubled compared with the same period in 2019, the department store says.
Dan Cooper, who has the title ‘head of Christmas’ at John Lewis & Partners, said: “We know that Christmas might look a little different to our customers this year, with smaller celebrations at home and video calls to loved ones.
“But we also know that many are looking forward to the small joys that the festive season brings: from decorated fireplaces to wreaths on doors.
“Our customers are planning earlier than ever to revel in the festivities and likely spread out the tasks to avoid any last minute rushes.
“This year we have created a Christmas shop that will of course delight and inspire our customers but we have also focused on making it a simple journey that means they can tick off their list happily and safely.”
Christmas sales so far are up 112 per cent on last year, John Lewis said, while sales of Christmas room decorations have risen 300 per cent and Christmas card sales have nearly doubled.
Its festive shop on Floor Two of the Westquay Shopping Centre store features gifts and decorations, with seven decorating themes.
There are three key looks for the dining room – based on the art of Japan, Impressionism and Art Nouveau.
A living room is decorated in the Bloomsbury trend, while the Renaissance trend includes hand-blown baubles in pastel shades.
The seventh theme is based on Pop Art, with a space for children to choose their favourite decarations and for parents to “indulge in their playful side”.
John Lewis has also launched a 3D tour of its Christmas shop in London’s Oxford Street. Customers will be able to virtually "walk through" the store and see the range brought to life.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Man who assaulted police constable handed community order

A FAREHAM man who assaulted a police officer has been handed a community order .
The 23-year-old breached his suspended @ @ @ @ @ court on October 3 , 2018 , for a previous assault .
Appearing at Portsmouth @ @ @ @ @ pleaded guilty to once count of assaulting an emergency worker by beating and admitted the @ @ @ @ @ order .
Winson , of St Mary 's Road , Fareham , was handed a @ @ @ @ @ pay compensation of £200 .

Jack Daniels Winson assaulted a Police Constable in Fareham on February 2.
The 23-year-old breached his suspended sentence order made by the court on October 3, 2018, for a previous assault.
Appearing at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court, he pleaded guilty to once count of assaulting an emergency worker by beating and admitted the breach of a suspended sentence order.
Winson, of St Mary's Road, Fareham, was handed a community order and ordered to pay compensation of £200.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--10,000 Southampton residents receive employment support in last three decades

MORE than 10,000 disadvantaged Southampton residents have received employment support over the last 30 years .
During the last three decades , more than 10,000 residents have been supported by Southampton City Council ’ s Employment Support Team , and 3,300 individuals have been paid into employment .
The team is now celebrating 30 years of supporting people in Southampton into employment , training and volunteering opportunities .
A month of online activity in October will mark their anniversary , with facts , figures and information helping to illustrate the invaluable work that the service provides .
The team have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disadvantaged in some way , and dedicated Employment Officers have supported 3,300 individuals into paid employment in the last three decades .
The service has supported around 2,500 voluntary placements and enabled 4,000 individuals to complete training courses .
The team has also focused on helping people to remain in employment by working with individuals and their employers , helping 300 people to stay in work .
The team also helps residents to set up their own businesses and have supported 15 new start-ups .
Cabinet Member for health and adult care Councillor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people with health conditions and disabilities , the Employment Support Team have helped to diversify Southampton ’ s workforce and highlight the economic , social and health benefits that come with such a diverse employee base .
`` The team have also responded to COVID-19 by continuing to offer virtual support , organising recruitment events and assisting with the council ’ s community support hub.
” City Limits Employment was founded in October 1990 as part of Southampton Day Services as an initiative to help clients get involved in meaningful activities such as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the team has developed and expanded to help more people from a diverse range of backgrounds such as young people aged 16-24 , older workers , people from the BAME community , people with physical disabilities and health conditions , individuals with sensory conditions , adults with mental health conditions , council tenants and people with an offending history .

During the last three decades, more than 10,000 residents have been supported by Southampton City Council’s Employment Support Team, and 3,300 individuals have been paid into employment.
The team is now celebrating 30 years of supporting people in Southampton into employment, training and volunteering opportunities.
A month of online activity in October will mark their anniversary, with facts, figures and information helping to illustrate the invaluable work that the service provides.
The team have worked with more 10,000 residents who are disadvantaged in some way, and dedicated Employment Officers have supported 3,300 individuals into paid employment in the last three decades.
The service has supported around 2,500 voluntary placements and enabled 4,000 individuals to complete training courses.
The team has also focused on helping people to remain in employment by working with individuals and their employers, helping 300 people to stay in work. The team also helps residents to set up their own businesses and have supported 15 new start-ups.
Cabinet Member for health and adult care Councillor Lorna Fielker said: “By supporting people with health conditions and disabilities, the Employment Support Team have helped to diversify Southampton’s workforce and highlight the economic, social and health benefits that come with such a diverse employee base.
"The team have also responded to COVID-19 by continuing to offer virtual support, organising recruitment events and assisting with the council’s community support hub.”
City Limits Employment was founded in October 1990 as part of Southampton Day Services as an initiative to help clients get involved in meaningful activities such as work and volunteering.
Since then, the team has developed and expanded to help more people from a diverse range of backgrounds such as young people aged 16-24, older workers, people from the BAME community, people with physical disabilities and health conditions, individuals with sensory conditions, adults with mental health conditions, council tenants and people with an offending history.


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--South coast nurses awarded prestigious title for dedication to their job

A PAIR of south coast nurses have been handed a prestigious title for their dedication to their job .
Lucy Parker , children 's community nursing clinical matron and Angela Anderson , associate nurse director , of Solent NHS Trust were given the award the title of Queen 's Nurse by the Queen ’ s Nursing Institute for demonstrating a high level of commitment to patient care and nursing practice .
They formally received their title at an annual awards ceremony , held online on September 31 .
Lucy , who began her nursing career in 2008 and who comes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recognised for the contribution she has made to children ’ s community nursing .
She said : “ I am honoured and thrilled to have been awarded the Queen ’ s Nurse award .
I have a real passion for community children ’ s nursing ; helping children , young people and their families to be cared for at home and avoiding going into hospital wherever possible .
`` Children and young people thrive best when they are in their own environment with their families and it is a privilege to support them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s nursing is a fantastic career which is incredibly varied and rewarding.
” Angela Anderson who qualified as a nurse in 1988 is trained in both adult and children ’ s nursing and has worked in a variety of hospital and community children ’ s services .
Angela said : “ Nursing has been a central part of my life for 36 years .
I am over the moon to have been awarded the honour of the Queen ’ s Nurse Award .
I ’ m incredibly passionate about the nursing profession @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ I work with a fantastic team of nurses in Solent who all bring something very special to the profession .
Being a nurse is really fulfilling and seeing the difference you make , to patients and their families , is hugely rewarding.
” Jackie Ardley , Chief Nurse at Solent NHS Trust , said : “ Only a small number of nurses , from across the country , receive this award every year .
`` It really is a mark of professional excellence and inspirational nursing .
Lucy and Angela ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shines through .
`` Lucy brings joy to the families she works with and her care and compassion for children and young people is evident in everything she does .
`` Angela , who has a long career in children ’ s nursing , provides outstanding nursing leadership and is a fabulous role model to other nurses in our Trust .
`` They both make a huge difference !
We are really lucky to have them working with us in Solent NHS Trust .
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Lucy Parker, children's community nursing clinical matron and Angela Anderson, associate nurse director, of Solent NHS Trust were given the award the title of Queen's Nurse by the Queen’s Nursing Institute for demonstrating a high level of commitment to patient care and nursing practice.
They formally received their title at an annual awards ceremony, held online on September 31.
Lucy, who began her nursing career in 2008 and who comes from a family of nurses, was recognised for the contribution she has made to children’s community nursing.
She said: “I am honoured and thrilled to have been awarded the Queen’s Nurse award. I have a real passion for community children’s nursing; helping children, young people and their families to be cared for at home and avoiding going into hospital wherever possible.
"Children and young people thrive best when they are in their own environment with their families and it is a privilege to support them in the community.
"Community children’s nursing is a fantastic career which is incredibly varied and rewarding.”
Angela Anderson who qualified as a nurse in 1988 is trained in both adult and children’s nursing and has worked in a variety of hospital and community children’s services.
Angela said: “Nursing has been a central part of my life for 36 years. I am over the moon to have been awarded the honour of the Queen’s Nurse Award. I’m incredibly passionate about the nursing profession, and high quality and compassionate nursing.
“I work with a fantastic team of nurses in Solent who all bring something very special to the profession. Being a nurse is really fulfilling and seeing the difference you make, to patients and their families, is hugely rewarding.”
Jackie Ardley, Chief Nurse at Solent NHS Trust, said: “Only a small number of nurses, from across the country, receive this award every year.
"It really is a mark of professional excellence and inspirational nursing. Lucy and Angela’s commitment and passion for nursing really shines through.
"Lucy brings joy to the families she works with and her care and compassion for children and young people is evident in everything she does.
"Angela, who has a long career in children’s nursing, provides outstanding nursing leadership and is a fabulous role model to other nurses in our Trust.
"They both make a huge difference! We are really lucky to have them working with us in Solent NHS Trust.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-06--Gosport flasher handed community order after exposing himself to woman

A GOSPORT flasher has been handed a community order after he exposed himself to a woman .
The court heard @ @ @ @ @ exposed himself inappropriately on February 27 in Gosport .
The 36-year-old exposed his genitals in @ @ @ @ @ and distress to his victim , the magistrates were told .
Appearing before Portsmouth Magistrates @ @ @ @ @ guilty to the offence .
Champion , of Landon Road , Gosport , was handed @ @ @ @ @ required to register with police in accordance with the Sexual Offences Act 2003 for the @ @ @ @ @ was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £95 and court costs of £85 @

The court heard how Michael James Champion intentionally exposed himself inappropriately on February 27 in Gosport.
The 36-year-old exposed his genitals in a bid to cause alarm and distress to his victim, the magistrates were told.
Appearing before Portsmouth Magistrates’ Court, he pleaded guilty to the offence.
Champion, of Landon Road, Gosport, was handed a community order and is required to register with police in accordance with the Sexual Offences Act 2003 for the next five years.
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £95 and court costs of £85.