thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Former Natwest bank in Totton set to be turned into new flats

A LANDMARK building in the centre of a Hampshire town is set to be demolished and replaced by flats .
The former NatWest branch in Commercial Road , Totton , has been closed since 2017 , when part of the roof collapsed after a period of torrential rain .
Now Grainrent has been given planning permission to transform the site .
The bank will be torn down and replaced by a three-storey building containing nine flats , all of which will be on the first and second floors .
The ground floor will be occupied by a business .
Grainrent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ New Forest District Council .
Totton and Eling Town Council had supported the proposal , despite saying it “ lacked the landmark design ” such an important site deserved .
It added : “ Although it is far from the improved commercial frontage that could be achieved , it is still an improvement on the current structure and empty premises .
“ The first and second floor residential units have been well designed and will provide small quality flats .
“ There are however concerns about the potential loss of several staff parking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ continued development with no allocated parking will have on parking in the town centre.
” The bank occupies the south-eastern corner of Totton Precinct , which was built in the 1960s .
A report produced by district council planning officers says the proposed development will provide much-needed flats in the town centre as well as replacing a building which is “ fairly unattractive and in poor condition ” .
It adds : “ The town centre shops and commercial uses will benefit from more spending by additional people living in the area .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ area have had to travel to the Shirley branch since the closure .
The nearby HSBC branch has also shut .

The former NatWest branch in Commercial Road, Totton, has been closed since 2017, when part of the roof collapsed after a period of torrential rain.
Now Grainrent has been given planning permission to transform the site.
The bank will be torn down and replaced by a three-storey building containing nine flats, all of which will be on the first and second floors. The ground floor will be occupied by a business.
Grainrent’s application has been approved by New Forest District Council.
Totton and Eling Town Council had supported the proposal, despite saying it “lacked the landmark design” such an important site deserved.
It added: “Although it is far from the improved commercial frontage that could be achieved, it is still an improvement on the current structure and empty premises.
“The first and second floor residential units have been well designed and will provide small quality flats.
“There are however concerns about the potential loss of several staff parking spaces and also the cumulative impact that continued development with no allocated parking will have on parking in the town centre.”
The bank occupies the south-eastern corner of Totton Precinct, which was built in the 1960s.
A report produced by district council planning officers says the proposed development will provide much-needed flats in the town centre as well as replacing a building which is “fairly unattractive and in poor condition”.
It adds: “The town centre shops and commercial uses will benefit from more spending by additional people living in the area."
NatWest customers living in the Totton area have had to travel to the Shirley branch since the closure. The nearby HSBC branch has also shut.


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--BMW driver caught speeding at 84mph at animal accident hotspot

IT IS one of the worst roads in the New Forest for animal accidents .
But that did not stop one motorist from hurtling along the B3078 Roger Penny Way at 84mph - more than twice the speed limit - in an uninsured car .
The dark-coloured BMW was seized by police and the driver is due to appear in court .
Hampshire Specials tweeted a picture of the car and said : “ This vehicle was just clocked at 84mph on a dark 40mph New Forest road with a high animal accident rate .
Not only that , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Forest National Park Authority posted : “ That is a shocking speed for any road , let alone a Forest one.
” New Forest Roads Campaign spokeswoman Gilly Jones added : “ They may lose their license for a while , which may be difficult for them , but how life changing would it have been if they ’ d hit an animal at 84 mph ?
“ We would be talking about a very different story.
” Ms Jones said tickets were issued to three other drivers after they were caught travelling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 60mph and 62mph .
She added : “ This shows that some people are still not getting the message .
“ Large signs are put out on high-risk routes but some don ’ t take notice .
Some just don ’ t care , some live in an ‘ it will never happen to me ’ world .
“ The ( 40mph ) limit was introduced to reduce animal accidents .
How we reach the people who still think it ’ s acceptable to speed we just don ’ t know.
” Villagers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ worst offenders to be jailed .
One of the people who took to social media in the wake of the latest speed checks called for speed cameras to be installed on the B3078 and another high-risk route , the B3054 .

But that did not stop one motorist from hurtling along the B3078 Roger Penny Way at 84mph - more than twice the speed limit - in an uninsured car.
The dark-coloured BMW was seized by police and the driver is due to appear in court.
Hampshire Specials tweeted a picture of the car and said: “This vehicle was just clocked at 84mph on a dark 40mph New Forest road with a high animal accident rate. Not only that, the driver had no insurance.”
The New Forest National Park Authority posted: “That is a shocking speed for any road, let alone a Forest one.”
New Forest Roads Campaign spokeswoman Gilly Jones added: “They may lose their license for a while, which may be difficult for them, but how life changing would it have been if they’d hit an animal at 84 mph?
“We would be talking about a very different story.”
Ms Jones said tickets were issued to three other drivers after they were caught travelling along Roger Penny Way at 59mph, 60mph and 62mph.
She added: “This shows that some people are still not getting the message.
“Large signs are put out on high-risk routes but some don’t take notice. Some just don’t care, some live in an ‘it will never happen to me’ world.
“The (40mph) limit was introduced to reduce animal accidents. How we reach the people who still think it’s acceptable to speed we just don’t know.”
Villagers in the Forest are calling for the worst offenders to be jailed.
One of the people who took to social media in the wake of the latest speed checks called for speed cameras to be installed on the B3078 and another high-risk route, the B3054.


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--McDonald's gang incident: Eastleigh councillor hits out at police for not "enough presence"

AN EASTLEIGH councillor has hit out at police for not having “ enough presence ” after gang violence caused McDonald ’ s to hire security .
The McDonald ’ s branch in High Street , Eastleigh , announced last week that it had to hire security guards to protect staff and customers on Friday and Saturday nights , after trouble involving a gang of youths flared up on Monday , January 27 .
The youngsters threw chairs around the fast food restaurant at around 5.30pm , which led to a 17-year-old boy being arrested .
Now , Eastleigh borough councillor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ police , claiming there are not enough on the streets to “ put people off these crimes ” .
He said : “ It ’ s a sad indictment on Eastleigh that things like this are taking place and I ’ m very disappointed that the incident has happened .
If only police didn ’ t close the old Eastleigh Station down .
We don ’ t have enough police presence in the area to put people off these crimes .
We have some good police community support officers but there isn ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three incidents in Eastleigh town centre during that week , and officers have reportedly increased the number of patrols in the area , carrying out stop and searches to “ identify and deal with ” troublemakers .
Hampshire Constabulary Chief Inspector Darren Miller , who leads the Eastleigh and Hedge End districts , said : “ We understand that communities may feel we are less visible in the town centre , however we have increased patrols in these areas and the officers in Eastleigh Central neighbourhood policing team work tirelessly to tackle offenders @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the closure of Eastleigh Police Station last year we relocated to an office nearby on Hathaway Close and as such our patrol capability is the same as when we were in the old station .
“ We continue to work with partners to reduce incidents in the town centre .
As a result of our activity we have made several arrests in connection with three recent incidents and these investigations are ongoing . ''

The McDonald’s branch in High Street, Eastleigh, announced last week that it had to hire security guards to protect staff and customers on Friday and Saturday nights, after trouble involving a gang of youths flared up on Monday, January 27.
The youngsters threw chairs around the fast food restaurant at around 5.30pm, which led to a 17-year-old boy being arrested.
Now, Eastleigh borough councillor Alex Bourne has hit out at the police, claiming there are not enough on the streets to “put people off these crimes”.
He said: “It’s a sad indictment on Eastleigh that things like this are taking place and I’m very disappointed that the incident has happened. If only police didn’t close the old Eastleigh Station down. We don’t have enough police presence in the area to put people off these crimes. We have some good police community support officers but there isn’t enough.”
This was one of three incidents in Eastleigh town centre during that week, and officers have reportedly increased the number of patrols in the area, carrying out stop and searches to “identify and deal with” troublemakers.
Hampshire Constabulary Chief Inspector Darren Miller, who leads the Eastleigh and Hedge End districts, said: “We understand that communities may feel we are less visible in the town centre, however we have increased patrols in these areas and the officers in Eastleigh Central neighbourhood policing team work tirelessly to tackle offenders and protect the public.
“Following the closure of Eastleigh Police Station last year we relocated to an office nearby on Hathaway Close and as such our patrol capability is the same as when we were in the old station.
“We continue to work with partners to reduce incidents in the town centre. As a result of our activity we have made several arrests in connection with three recent incidents and these investigations are ongoing."


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Milford-on-sea in the 1920s

Milford-on-sea in the 1920s

THE village centre of Milford-on-Sea is the scene for this postcard which is thought to have been mailed in the @ @ @ @ @ Miss Rabbetts in Colchester the message on the back of the card says : “ @ @ @ @ @ , a party of us spent the day here , sorry could not get a @ @ @ @ @ all sold out .
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thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Anti-Semitism reports increase to record high in Hampshire

SEVERAL anti-Semitic hate incidents were reported in Hampshire last year , figures reveal , as the number recorded nationwide hit a record high .
Jewish safety charity the Community Security Trust said a rise in online incidents was the biggest driver behind the increase across Britain – but said the figures were “ likely to understate the scale of the problem ” .
The charity received six reports of anti-Semitic incidents from victims , witnesses or other organisations in the Hampshire Constabulary area in 2019 .
That was one fewer than during 2018 , when there were five .
All @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Across Britain , 1,805 reports were received during the year , a seven per cent increase on 2018 and the highest number since records began in 1984 .
More than a third of incidents occurred online ( 697 ) – a rise of 82 per cent since last year – with most taking place on social media .
The charity said the number of online incidents “ are only indicative and are likely to understate the scale of the problem ” since it said ‘ campaigns ’ of abuse targeted at individual victims @ @ @ @ @ @ @ social media accounts and hundreds or even thousands of tweets , images or posts ” , were recorded as a single incident .
The highest monthly totals were in February ( 182 ) and December ( 184 ) during times which saw “ prominent and intense debate over allegations of anti-Semitism in the Labour Party ” , the charity claimed .
Board of Deputies of British Jews president Marie van der Zyl said the findings were “ profoundly depressing ” .
She added : “ No doubt the ongoing anti-Semitism crisis in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the figures and they will cause great anxiety to Jews in this country .
“ Overall it must be emphasised that Britain remains a happy place for its Jewish community .
“ However , we call on the country ’ s political leaders – in all parties – to fight the evil of anti-Jewish racism and make this a just , safe and respectful society for everyone.
” Home Secretary Priti Patel described the findings as “ appalling ” .
“ I am pushing for greater collaboration , both across government , policing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to remove this shameful stain on our society , ” she added .
A Labour Party spokeswoman said : “ It is deeply distressing that anti-Semitism is rising in our society and other countries .
We thank the Community Security Trust for the vital work it does highlighting and confronting anti-Semitism and in providing support and security for Jewish communities .
”

Jewish safety charity the Community Security Trust said a rise in online incidents was the biggest driver behind the increase across Britain – but said the figures were “likely to understate the scale of the problem”.
The charity received six reports of anti-Semitic incidents from victims, witnesses or other organisations in the Hampshire Constabulary area in 2019.
That was one fewer than during 2018, when there were five.
All of the incidents involved abusive behaviour.
Across Britain, 1,805 reports were received during the year, a seven per cent increase on 2018 and the highest number since records began in 1984.
More than a third of incidents occurred online (697) – a rise of 82 per cent since last year – with most taking place on social media.
The charity said the number of online incidents “are only indicative and are likely to understate the scale of the problem” since it said ‘campaigns’ of abuse targeted at individual victims, which “often involve dozens of social media accounts and hundreds or even thousands of tweets, images or posts”, were recorded as a single incident.
The highest monthly totals were in February (182) and December (184) during times which saw “prominent and intense debate over allegations of anti-Semitism in the Labour Party”, the charity claimed.
Board of Deputies of British Jews president Marie van der Zyl said the findings were “profoundly depressing”.
She added: “No doubt the ongoing anti-Semitism crisis in the Labour Party has had an effect on the figures and they will cause great anxiety to Jews in this country.
“Overall it must be emphasised that Britain remains a happy place for its Jewish community.
“However, we call on the country’s political leaders – in all parties – to fight the evil of anti-Jewish racism and make this a just, safe and respectful society for everyone.”
Home Secretary Priti Patel described the findings as “appalling”.
“I am pushing for greater collaboration, both across government, policing, the courts and community groups, to remove this shameful stain on our society,” she added.
A Labour Party spokeswoman said: “It is deeply distressing that anti-Semitism is rising in our society and other countries. We thank the Community Security Trust for the vital work it does highlighting and confronting anti-Semitism and in providing support and security for Jewish communities.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Letter to the Editor: 'Now we know why people hate train travel'

THOSE of us who seldom use a train are nonetheless accustomed to the frequent complaints of regular commuters .
Their griping acquired greater resonance for me recently .
On February 7 , I had a funeral to attend in Shropshire ( Aunt Peggy , 99 , and a jolly nice person ) .
My wife Pearline and I arrived in good time at Southampton Central for our 5.15 am departure to Birmingham New Street .
At about 5.20 , a train was approaching the station .
As it did so , an announcement was made , very clearly over the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ board the train now approaching Platform 1 , as it was NOT in service .
The Cross Country-liveried train duly came to a halt .
To our surprise , several of those on the platform got on board .
Pearline ran to find someone in the Station-Supervisor ’ s office to ask about this paradox .
He confirmed that it was indeed our train .
When she told him about the contradictory tannoy announcement , he just rolled his eyes .
In the nick of time , we got on board , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
One said that the same instruction not to get on this train was made every morning , and that the first time he ’ d experienced it , he complied , and was consequently late for work .
Does anybody working in that station actually listen to their own PA system ?
A more astonishing inconvenience awaited us that day .
At Birmingham we got on the West Midlands service to Shrewsbury , after a 15-minute delay – not a problem in itself , we reckoned .
However , a bit further @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shamelessly made that as this train was now running late , it would not run all the way to Shrewsbury but instead terminate at Wellington .
Apparently this dumping of passengers and returning early to Brum would get it back on schedule – that was what mattered .
In Wellington , we found a taxi rank by the bus station .
As all the cars were ‘ pre-booking only ’ , obtaining the services of one required dogged negotiation .
We made it to the crematorium just in time .
Why did we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a cost exceeding £300 ) ?
To avoid the stress of driving .
What fools we were .

Their griping acquired greater resonance for me recently.
On February 7, I had a funeral to attend in Shropshire (Aunt Peggy, 99, and a jolly nice person).
My wife Pearline and I arrived in good time at Southampton Central for our 5.15 am departure to Birmingham New Street.
At about 5.20, a train was approaching the station. As it did so, an announcement was made, very clearly over the tannoy, firmly instructing us NOT to board the train now approaching Platform 1, as it was NOT in service.
This message was repeated.
The Cross Country-liveried train duly came to a halt. To our surprise, several of those on the platform got on board.
Pearline ran to find someone in the Station-Supervisor’s office to ask about this paradox. He confirmed that it was indeed our train.
When she told him about the contradictory tannoy announcement, he just rolled his eyes. In the nick of time, we got on board, and asked fellow passengers about this strange phenomenon.
One said that the same instruction not to get on this train was made every morning, and that the first time he’d experienced it, he complied, and was consequently late for work. Does anybody working in that station actually listen to their own PA system?
A more astonishing inconvenience awaited us that day. At Birmingham we got on the West Midlands service to Shrewsbury, after a 15-minute delay – not a problem in itself, we reckoned. However, a bit further along the line, an announcement was shamelessly made that as this train was now running late, it would not run all the way to Shrewsbury but instead terminate at Wellington.
Apparently this dumping of passengers and returning early to Brum would get it back on schedule – that was what mattered.
In Wellington, we found a taxi rank by the bus station. As all the cars were ‘pre-booking only’, obtaining the services of one required dogged negotiation. We made it to the crematorium just in time.
Why did we choose to travel by train (at a cost exceeding £300)? To avoid the stress of driving. What fools we were.
COLIN HINGSTON
Luccombe Road, Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--IN THE COURTS: 14 people who have appeared at Southampton Magistrates' Court

MAREK PIELECKI , 49 , of Avenue Road , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to driving while disqualified and driving without insurance .
Disqualified from driving for 21 months .
Community order made for 12 months , including 10 days of rehabilitation activity requirement .
Also fined £50 , ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £90 .
DANIEL PETER BARR , 27 , of Parkwood Road , Bournemouth .
Pleaded guilty to two counts of assault by beating and two counts of criminal damage .
Community order made for 12 months , including three month @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of 20 days .
Also restraining order made preventing from contacting victims .
Also ordered to pay compensation of £850 .
MITCHELL JAMES COLLINS , 33 , of Redcote Close , Southampton .
Admitted failing without reasonable excuse to comply with community requirements of a suspended sentence order by failing to attend appointments .
Fined £200 and ordered to pay court costs of £50 .
AARON ROBERT HARLEY , 29 , of Bramshaw Hill Road , Lyndhurst .
Admitted failing without reasonable excuse to comply with community order by failing to provide proof @ @ @ @ @ @ @ include 23 days of rehabilitation activity requirement .
JASON ANDREW KING , 45 , of The Avenue , Southampton .
Admitted failing without reasonable excuse to comply with requirements of a community order by failing to attend induction appointments .
Fined £100 and ordered to pay costs of £50 .
JASON LEIGH WALKER , 34 , of Oak Road , Bursledon .
Admitted failing without reasonable excuse to comply with requirements of community order by failing to do unpaid work .
Committed to prison for eight weeks suspended for 18 months , with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ordered to pay costs of £60 .
LOUIE MICHAEL DAVIS , 32 , of Cox Row , Chandler ’ s Ford .
Committed to 14 days in prison in default of fine of £842 .
JOHN MCMILLAN , of Holyrood Road , Edinburgh .
Committed to 14 days in prison in default of fine of £1045 .
PAUL CHRISTOPHER MORGAN , 51 , of Kingsclere Avenue , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to two counts of drug driving ( two different drugs ) and driving without insurance .
Disqualified from driving for 14 months @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £40 .
NICHOLAS EDWARD BIRBECK , 35 , of Westfield Road , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to drug driving .
Disqualified from driving for 15 months .
Also fined £300 , ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £32 .
BENJAMIN JAMES CARDY , 30 , of Bevois Valley Road , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to criminal damage .
Conditional discharge for six months .
Ordered to pay compensation of £10 .
JAMIE ANDREW RICHARD CLOSE , 32 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pleaded guilty to drink-driving .
Disqualified from driving for 17 months .
Also fined £120 , ordered to pay court costs of £50 and a victim surcharge of £32 .
NEHAL MEHTA , 19 , of York Close , Chandler ’ s Ford .
Pleased guilty to drink-driving .
Disqualified from driving for 17 months .
Also fined £120 , ordered to pay court costs of £50 and a victim surcharge of £32 .
ADAM LEE SCOTT , 23 , of Pinewood Way , Salisbury .
Pleaded guilty to drink-driving , driving without @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Disqualified from driving for 16 months .
Also fined £170 , ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £32 .

DANIEL PETER BARR, 27, of Parkwood Road, Bournemouth. Pleaded guilty to two counts of assault by beating and two counts of criminal damage. Community order made for 12 months, including three month electronically monitored curfew and rehabilitation activity requirement of 20 days. Also restraining order made preventing from contacting victims. Also ordered to pay compensation of £850.
MITCHELL JAMES COLLINS, 33, of Redcote Close, Southampton. Admitted failing without reasonable excuse to comply with community requirements of a suspended sentence order by failing to attend appointments. Fined £200 and ordered to pay court costs of £50.
AARON ROBERT HARLEY, 29, of Bramshaw Hill Road, Lyndhurst. Admitted failing without reasonable excuse to comply with community order by failing to provide proof of illness. Community order varied to include 23 days of rehabilitation activity requirement.
JASON ANDREW KING, 45, of The Avenue, Southampton. Admitted failing without reasonable excuse to comply with requirements of a community order by failing to attend induction appointments. Fined £100 and ordered to pay costs of £50.
JASON LEIGH WALKER, 34, of Oak Road, Bursledon. Admitted failing without reasonable excuse to comply with requirements of community order by failing to do unpaid work. Committed to prison for eight weeks suspended for 18 months, with 12 week electronically monitored curfew. Also ordered to pay costs of £60.
LOUIE MICHAEL DAVIS, 32, of Cox Row, Chandler’s Ford. Committed to 14 days in prison in default of fine of £842.
JOHN MCMILLAN, of Holyrood Road, Edinburgh. Committed to 14 days in prison in default of fine of £1045.
PAUL CHRISTOPHER MORGAN, 51, of Kingsclere Avenue, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to two counts of drug driving (two different drugs) and driving without insurance. Disqualified from driving for 14 months. Also fined £800, ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £40.
NICHOLAS EDWARD BIRBECK, 35, of Westfield Road, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to drug driving. Disqualified from driving for 15 months. Also fined £300, ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £32.
BENJAMIN JAMES CARDY, 30, of Bevois Valley Road, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to criminal damage. Conditional discharge for six months. Ordered to pay compensation of £10.
JAMIE ANDREW RICHARD CLOSE, 32, of Warburton Road, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to drink-driving. Disqualified from driving for 17 months. Also fined £120, ordered to pay court costs of £50 and a victim surcharge of £32.
NEHAL MEHTA, 19, of York Close, Chandler’s Ford. Pleased guilty to drink-driving. Disqualified from driving for 17 months. Also fined £120, ordered to pay court costs of £50 and a victim surcharge of £32.
ADAM LEE SCOTT, 23, of Pinewood Way, Salisbury. Pleaded guilty to drink-driving, driving without a licence and driving without insurance. Disqualified from driving for 16 months. Also fined £170, ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £32.


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Family and friends of Robert Ling grow concerned as he goes missing in Storm Ciara

A MAN who went missing from home as Storm Ciara battered Hampshire has been found .
Familky and friends of @ @ @ @ @ his welfare afterhe went missing yesterday .
Police issued an appeal to help find the @ @ @ @ @ at 6.40pm yesterday in Addison Road , in Sarisbury Green .
Trees down , power @ @ @ @ @ how Storm Ciara battered Hampshire • How Storm Ciara unfolded across the county Hampshire Constabulary @ @ @ @ @ he has been found .
A statement says : `` We 're pleased to confirm @ @ @ @ @ Sarisbury Green has been found .
`` Thanks to all those who helped to share @ @ @ @

Familky and friends of Robert Ling were concerned for his welfare afterhe went missing yesterday.
Police issued an appeal to help find the 42-year-old who was last seen at 6.40pm yesterday in Addison Road, in Sarisbury Green.
Trees down, power cuts and travel chaos - how Storm Ciara battered Hampshire
Hampshire Constabulary confirmed on Monday morning that he has been found.
A statement says: "We're pleased to confirm that missing Robert Ling from Sarisbury Green has been found.
"Thanks to all those who helped to share our appeal."


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Alert after series of bike thefts in Romsey

POLICE have issued a warning after a number of bikes were stolen in the Romsey area .
The neighbourhood police @ @ @ @ @ bicycle owners to secure their bikes after three were stolen in one week .
Three @ @ @ @ @ and garages in the Romsey area between January 20 and 27 .
Police are urging @ @ @ @ @ valuable property being kept in out buildings is properly secured and the out building itself @ @ @ @ @ owners should also consider using a `` D '' lock to secure their property .

The neighbourhood police team in Romsey are urging bicycle owners to secure their bikes after three were stolen in one week.
Three bikes were taken from sheds and garages in the Romsey area between January 20 and 27.
Police are urging residents to ensure that all valuable property being kept in out buildings is properly secured and the out building itself is also secure.
Bicycle owners should also consider using a "D" lock to secure their property.


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Attempted theft at a shop on Burgess Road

AN INVESTIGATION has been launched after an attempted theft took place at a shop on Burgess Road .
Two men @ @ @ @ @ shop on Burgess Road at around 11am on Wednesday February 6 and demanded a staff @ @ @ @ @ box .
The box was handed over , but after offenders realised it was empty @ @ @ @ @ fled the scene .
Officers are now appealing for information on the incident .
A @ @ @ @ @ `` Officers are investigating after an attempted theft of a cash box on Burgess Road @ @ @ @ @ just before 11am .
`` Two men on a moped demanded a staff member hand @ @ @ @ @ was empty .
When the men realised this , they dropped it and then left @ @ @ @ @ who witnessed a light-coloured dirt bike-type motorcycle in the area around that time or who @ @ @ @ @ call 101 , quoting 44200046489 . ''

Two men on a moped entered a shop on Burgess Road at around 11am on Wednesday February 6 and demanded a staff member hand over a cash box.
The box was handed over, but after offenders realised it was empty, they dropped it and fled the scene.
Officers are now appealing for information on the incident.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "Officers are investigating after an attempted theft of a cash box on Burgess Road yesterday (February 6) just before 11am.
"Two men on a moped demanded a staff member hand over the box, which was empty. When the men realised this, they dropped it and then left the scene.
"Anyone who witnessed a light-coloured dirt bike-type motorcycle in the area around that time or who witnessed the attempted theft should call 101, quoting 44200046489."


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Jimmy Wilson, 30, breached restraining order after assault on partner

A BOYFRIEND who dug his thumbs into his partner ’ s eyes and told her he would rape her during an argument has been hauled back before the courts .
Jimmy Wilson , 30 , attacked his now former girlfriend at her home after they began rowing at a family party .
After returning to her home , he launched an attack on the woman , in which he also bit her on the nose .
As previously reported in the Daily Echo , Wilson was given a suspended sentence after pleading guilty to one count of assault occasioning actual @ @ @ @ @ @ @ damage and one count of common assault .
He was also given a restraining order , banning him from contacting his victim .
But less than a month later , Wilson , a carpenter by trade , was caught in the woman ’ s house .
Police smashed their way into her property after she refused to let them in and found Wilson hiding under the bed .
Now Wilson has been given a second chance by a judge who deferred his sentence and urged him to steer clear of his victim .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ sentenced to a total of 18 months , suspended for two years , following the original incident on February 19 .
As previously reported in the Echo , the pair began arguing after returning home after a party at Wilson ’ s sister ’ s address .
The court previously heard during the argument , Wilson dug his thumbs into his victim ’ s eyes , bit her nose and said he was going to rape her .
But in January this year Wilson was caught at the woman ’ s property .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ admitted she had asked Wilson to come over to discuss an £800 debt for carpentry tools .
Mitigating for Wilson , Jodie Mittell said Wilson was “ motivated ” to complete the Building Better Relationships programme , which the court had ordered he complete as part of his suspended sentence order .
Judge Nicholas Rowland deferred sentencing Wilson , who pleaded guilty to one count of breaching a restraining order and one count of committing an offence during a suspended sentence , for six months .
He said : “ If you are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there will not be a custodial sentence.
” Wilson , of Tatwin Crescent , Southampton , will still have to complete the remainder of his 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days and 40 hours of unpaid work .
The restraining order will remain in place – despite an application by the victim to have it lifted .

Jimmy Wilson, 30, attacked his now former girlfriend at her home after they began rowing at a family party.
After returning to her home, he launched an attack on the woman, in which he also bit her on the nose.
As previously reported in the Daily Echo, Wilson was given a suspended sentence after pleading guilty to one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, one count of criminal damage and one count of common assault.
He was also given a restraining order, banning him from contacting his victim.
But less than a month later, Wilson, a carpenter by trade, was caught in the woman’s house.
Police smashed their way into her property after she refused to let them in and found Wilson hiding under the bed.
Now Wilson has been given a second chance by a judge who deferred his sentence and urged him to steer clear of his victim.
Southampton Crown Court heard how Wilson was sentenced to a total of 18 months, suspended for two years, following the original incident on February 19.
As previously reported in the Echo, the pair began arguing after returning home after a party at Wilson’s sister’s address.
The court previously heard during the argument, Wilson dug his thumbs into his victim’s eyes, bit her nose and said he was going to rape her.
But in January this year Wilson was caught at the woman’s property.
Giving evidence in court, the woman admitted she had asked Wilson to come over to discuss an £800 debt for carpentry tools.
Mitigating for Wilson, Jodie Mittell said Wilson was “motivated” to complete the Building Better Relationships programme, which the court had ordered he complete as part of his suspended sentence order.
Judge Nicholas Rowland deferred sentencing Wilson, who pleaded guilty to one count of breaching a restraining order and one count of committing an offence during a suspended sentence, for six months.
He said: “If you are true to your word it is likely there will not be a custodial sentence.”
Wilson, of Tatwin Crescent, Southampton, will still have to complete the remainder of his 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days and 40 hours of unpaid work.
The restraining order will remain in place – despite an application by the victim to have it lifted.


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--PHOTOS: 50 years of Eastleigh's Concorde Club - believed to be the longest running jazz club under o

PHOTOS: 50 years of Eastleigh's Concorde Club - believed to be the longest running jazz club under one ownership in the world

IT was 50 years ago that a former schoolhouse became a master class for jazz .
The Concorde Club started life in 1957 in a room at the side of the old Bassett Hotel in Burgess .
But in 1970 the club took the major step of moving up the road to Stoneham Lane , Eastleigh .
It is believed to be the longest running jazz club under one ownership in the world .
Although it has never forgotten its jazz roots today it embraces all genres of entertainment , continuing to attract top stars from both sides of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ founded by Cole Mathieson , is celebrating a string of major milestones , summed up on the cover of its latest programme which proclaims 63 years of entertainment , 50 years at Stoneham Lane and 20 years of the Ellington Lodge Hotel which was built in the club 's grounds .
Cole has often said that the Concorde is a club that the members made and he has always been grateful for their input .
When the club moved to Stoneham Lane he was faced with the huge challenge of transforming an old @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , into a jazz club .
Cole said they would not have done it without the help of scores of members who gave up their spare time to decorate the building and clear the jungle like grounds .
The Concorde has attracted jazz stars from both sides of the pond including Nat Gonella , Joe Harriott , Ben Webster , Coleman Hawkins , Teddy Wilson , Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen , Acker Bilk and Humphrey Lyttleton .
Jazz giant , the late Ronnie Scott played the Concorde many times between 1959 and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Gerard Street , London .
Many musicians who have cut their musical teeth at The Concorde have gone on to be household names like Rod Stewart , Eric Clapton , Joe Cocker , Sir Elton John , Alan Price , Georgie Fame and Manfred Mann .
From its jazz roots the club has branched out to become one of the south 's major entertainment venues with a star studded cast of names taking centre stage including The Osmonds , The Three Degrees and American crooners Jack Jones and Buddy Greco .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ winning PhoneyFest has become the annual stage for the United Kingdom 's major tribute acts .
On July 29 , 1970 there was a giant jam session to mark the passing of The Concorde at the Bassett .
Famous bandleader Alex Welsh was one of the opening acts on August 18 , 1970 as the Concorde took off from its new home .
In that opening year there were some star studded headliners who became household names like jazz trombonist and vocalist George Chisholm , Shakin ' Stevens and the Sunsets , Terry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Brian Auger Oblivion Express .
Fifty years on and The Concorde is set to celebrate its Stoneham Lane golden anniversary with a summer ball with a Caribbean twist on August 1 in the main club , marquee and gardens .
The glittering line up of entertainment includes a steel band , Legend with its tribute to Bob Marley , Rule the World as Take That , the Powerhouse Gospel Choir and King Pleasure and the Biscuit Boys .
And The Concorde is also celebrating the 20 th anniversary of the Ellington Lodge Hotel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hotel can eat and sleep jazz .
For the rooms of the 35 bedroom hotel are named after jazz greats .
Named after jazz icon Duke Ellington , the names reflect how the club has become an international jazz mecca .
When The Concorde switched to Stoneham Lane more than 50 years ago it was seen as very much a move to the country and there were initial fears that it was too remote .
Today that is clearly not the case .
A new community , including more than 1,000 homes , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ doorstep .
The newcomers will not have to go far to enjoy a feast of entertainment and in its 50 th anniversary year the Stoneham Club has a mouth watering menu including rock ' n roll legend Marty Wilde , who will be headlining on May 6 and whose career began in 1957 – the year that The Concorde made its debut .
Tickets are available for the summer ball on August 1 , celebrating 50 years at Stoneham Lane and for this and information on other Concorde events ring 02380613989 or visit @

The Concorde Club started life in 1957 in a room at the side of the old Bassett Hotel in Burgess.
But in 1970 the club took the major step of moving up the road to Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh.
It is believed to be the longest running jazz club under one ownership in the world.
Although it has never forgotten its jazz roots today it embraces all genres of entertainment, continuing to attract top stars from both sides of the Atlantic.
This year the club, founded by Cole Mathieson, is celebrating a string of major milestones, summed up on the cover of its latest programme which proclaims 63 years of entertainment, 50 years at Stoneham Lane and 20 years of the Ellington Lodge Hotel which was built in the club's grounds.
Cole has often said that the Concorde is a club that the members made and he has always been grateful for their input.
When the club moved to Stoneham Lane he was faced with the huge challenge of transforming an old schoolhouse, tucked up a country lane, into a jazz club.
Cole said they would not have done it without the help of scores of members who gave up their spare time to decorate the building and clear the jungle like grounds.
The Concorde has attracted jazz stars from both sides of the pond including Nat Gonella, Joe Harriott, Ben Webster, Coleman Hawkins, Teddy Wilson, Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, Acker Bilk and Humphrey Lyttleton.
Jazz giant, the late Ronnie Scott played the Concorde many times between 1959 and 1989 before opening his own legendary club in Gerard Street, London.
Many musicians who have cut their musical teeth at The Concorde have gone on to be household names like Rod Stewart, Eric Clapton, Joe Cocker, Sir Elton John, Alan Price, Georgie Fame and Manfred Mann.
From its jazz roots the club has branched out to become one of the south's major entertainment venues with a star studded cast of names taking centre stage including The Osmonds, The Three Degrees and American crooners Jack Jones and Buddy Greco.
The brainchild of Jamie Mathieson, the award winning PhoneyFest has become the annual stage for the United Kingdom's major tribute acts.
On July 29, 1970 there was a giant jam session to mark the passing of The Concorde at the Bassett.
Famous bandleader Alex Welsh was one of the opening acts on August 18, 1970 as the Concorde took off from its new home.
In that opening year there were some star studded headliners who became household names like jazz trombonist and vocalist George Chisholm, Shakin' Stevens and the Sunsets, Terry Lightfoot and Chris Barber Jazz Bands and Brian Auger Oblivion Express.
Fifty years on and The Concorde is set to celebrate its Stoneham Lane golden anniversary with a summer ball with a Caribbean twist on August 1 in the main club, marquee and gardens. The glittering line up of entertainment includes a steel band, Legend with its tribute to Bob Marley, Rule the World as Take That, the Powerhouse Gospel Choir and King Pleasure and the Biscuit Boys.
And The Concorde is also celebrating the 20 th anniversary of the Ellington Lodge Hotel. Music lovers who check into the hotel can eat and sleep jazz.
For the rooms of the 35 bedroom hotel are named after jazz greats.
Named after jazz icon Duke Ellington, the names reflect how the club has become an international jazz mecca.
Bedroom door plaques bear names like Ronnie Scott, Kenny Baker, Nat Gonella and Sasha Distell.
When The Concorde switched to Stoneham Lane more than 50 years ago it was seen as very much a move to the country and there were initial fears that it was too remote.
Today that is clearly not the case. A new community, including more than 1,000 homes, has been created on the club's doorstep.
The newcomers will not have to go far to enjoy a feast of entertainment and in its 50 th anniversary year the Stoneham Club has a mouth watering menu including rock' n roll legend Marty Wilde, who will be headlining on May 6 and whose career began in 1957 – the year that The Concorde made its debut.
Tickets are available for the summer ball on August 1, celebrating 50 years at Stoneham Lane and for this and information on other Concorde events ring 02380613989 or visit www.theconcordeclub.com


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Southampton health centre outperforms national average in new audit

Southampton NHS Treatment Centre has outperformed the national average , according to the latest results from the annual Patient-Led Assessment of the Care Environment ( PLACE ) .
Southampton NHS Treatment Centre achieved above the national average in : ward food where it scored 100 per cent ( national average 92.6 per cent ) ; 99.07 per cent for food over all , and ; for privacy , dignity and wellbeing 92.86 per cent .
The hospital continues to improve in other areas .
PLACE assessments are undertaken by teams of NHS and private or independent health care providers , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ least 50 per cent members of the public .
They focus on the environment in which care is provided , as well as non-clinical aspects of services such as cleanliness , food , hydration , and privacy , dignity and well-being .
They also identify how well the provider organisation supports patients living with dementia or with disabilities .
John McMenamin , Hospital Director at Southampton NHS Treatment Centre , said : “ My congratulations go to colleagues whose hard work and commitment to the very highest standards have resulted in this superb @ @ @ @ @ @ @ patient experience sits at the heart of everything we do and we are delighted that this result is reflective of those efforts .
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Southampton NHS Treatment Centre has outperformed the national average, according to the latest results from the annual Patient-Led Assessment of the Care Environment (PLACE).
Southampton NHS Treatment Centre achieved above the national average in: ward food where it scored 100 per cent (national average 92.6 per cent); 99.07 per cent for food over all, and; for privacy, dignity and wellbeing 92.86 per cent.
The hospital continues to improve in other areas.
PLACE assessments are undertaken by teams of NHS and private or independent health care providers, which must be made up of at least 50 per cent members of the public.
They focus on the environment in which care is provided, as well as non-clinical aspects of services such as cleanliness, food, hydration, and privacy, dignity and well-being.
They also identify how well the provider organisation supports patients living with dementia or with disabilities.
John McMenamin, Hospital Director at Southampton NHS Treatment Centre, said: “My congratulations go to colleagues whose hard work and commitment to the very highest standards have resulted in this superb result.
“Provision of an outstanding patient experience sits at the heart of everything we do and we are delighted that this result is reflective of those efforts.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Animal abusers could face up to 5 years in jail under new laws

PEOPLE who are cruel to animals could face up to five years in prison under a new law which has been backed by the Government .
The proposed legislation would increase the maximum sentence for the most serious animal cruelty from six months to five years , allowing courts to be tougher on crimes such as dog fighting , cruel treatment of pets and gross neglect of farm animals .
The Animals Welfare ( Sentencing ) Bill , has been introduced as a Private Members Bill by Conservative MP Chris Loder , who said he was inspired to take action @ @ @ @ @ @ @ abandoned on the roadside .
The introduction of the Bill , which is supported by the Government , follows a public consultation in 2017 which found 70 % of people backed tougher sentences for animal cruelty .
Mr Loder said he was shocked to learn that the RSPCA investigated more than 130,700 complaints of cruelty against animals and secured 1,678 convictions last year .
`` I believe tougher sentencing will act as a greater deterrent against the worst examples of animal cruelty .
`` We are renowned as a nation of animal lovers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on animal welfare legislation .
`` Indeed I rescued my own dog Poppy ; a springer spaniel , who was abandoned as a puppy at the roadside , and she is part of the inspiration for me introducing this Bill , '' he said .
Environment Secretary Theresa Villiers said : `` There is no place in this country for animal cruelty , which is why I am delighted the Animal Welfare ( Sentencing ) Bill is being introduced to Parliament to raise prison terms for the worst abusers .
`` It is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ help deter criminals and will ensure robust and appropriate action is taken if they are found guilty . ''
The RSPCA said it was pleased a new Bill was being introduced after false starts in trying to get the legislation on the statute book last year .
The animal welfare charity 's chief executive Chris Sherwood said : `` We see horrendous acts of cruelty perpetrated on animals and have long campaigned for the current maximum six-month jail term to be increased to five years .
`` The Bill has come so close @ @ @ @ @ @ @ let 's not allow this important change to animal cruelty sentencing to slip through our hands . ''

The proposed legislation would increase the maximum sentence for the most serious animal cruelty from six months to five years, allowing courts to be tougher on crimes such as dog fighting, cruel treatment of pets and gross neglect of farm animals.
The Animals Welfare (Sentencing) Bill, has been introduced as a Private Members Bill by Conservative MP Chris Loder, who said he was inspired to take action by his own dog who he found abandoned on the roadside.
The introduction of the Bill, which is supported by the Government, follows a public consultation in 2017 which found 70% of people backed tougher sentences for animal cruelty.
Mr Loder said he was shocked to learn that the RSPCA investigated more than 130,700 complaints of cruelty against animals and secured 1,678 convictions last year.
"I believe tougher sentencing will act as a greater deterrent against the worst examples of animal cruelty.
"We are renowned as a nation of animal lovers and Britain needs to lead the world on animal welfare legislation.
"Indeed I rescued my own dog Poppy; a springer spaniel, who was abandoned as a puppy at the roadside, and she is part of the inspiration for me introducing this Bill," he said.
Environment Secretary Theresa Villiers said: "There is no place in this country for animal cruelty, which is why I am delighted the Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Bill is being introduced to Parliament to raise prison terms for the worst abusers.
"It is a crucial piece of legislation which will help deter criminals and will ensure robust and appropriate action is taken if they are found guilty."
The RSPCA said it was pleased a new Bill was being introduced after false starts in trying to get the legislation on the statute book last year.
The animal welfare charity's chief executive Chris Sherwood said: "We see horrendous acts of cruelty perpetrated on animals and have long campaigned for the current maximum six-month jail term to be increased to five years.
"The Bill has come so close to being enacted in the past - let's not allow this important change to animal cruelty sentencing to slip through our hands."


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Firms urged to prepare for impact of Brexit

A BOSS at an IT company has set out his advice for firms concerned about business infrastructure in the wake of Brexit .
Britain ’ s exit from the EU on January 31 left an 11-month transition period for the details of its withdrawal to be settled .
Richard Austin , new business director at Ringwood-based IT software business KFA Connect , said : “ Now that the withdrawal from the EU is under way , there are several considerations that businesses need to be aware of , not only with employee regulations but specificallyaround IT systems , and the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Firstly , if you are a UK-based business buying or selling into Europe you will need to plan for potential changes to VAT .
The reverse charge of VAT may no longer be applicable , so you may need to start paying or charging VAT from businesses that you deal with in Europe .
“ You will need an EORI ( Economic Operators Registration and Identification ) number , which starts with a GB if you want to continue to import or export goods into or out of the UK – without one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ HMRC.
” Mr Austin suggested allowing more time for delivery and receipt of goods .
Mr Austin said : “ Different types of goods have different import requirements , so check these carefully .
Things to look out for are : Do you need a duty deferment account ?
Who will make the import declarations ?
And is a proof of origin required ?
“ If you ’ re relying on procuring products from the EU , then ensure that your forecasting is as accurate as possible , allow for more time to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ meet production demands .
The same applies to selling goods into the EU .
Delivery charges may increase as clearance through customs will take longer .
“ If you have an e-commerce arm to your businesses , you may need to review your pricing , allowing for additional charges from suppliers , customs and logistics providers .
Companies that decide to relocate offices or accounts from the UK to EU countries will need to make system changes to add additional locations and integrate with other systems.
” He said the physical location of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an e-commerce site is hosted , would become more important .
“ Companies with websites currently hosted in EU member states may decide to move these back to the UK .
It might also be worth considering new language translations , new delivery methods , customs charges , new product pricing in foreign currency or new VAT charging functionality if new trade deals are struck with different countries , ” he added .
The security and protection of data will continue to be crucial .
The government plans to incorporate the current GDPR @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , into UK law after Brexit .
A series of sector-based planning notices have been issued by the UK government and European Commission , to help businesses make plans during the transition phase .

Britain’s exit from the EU on January 31 left an 11-month transition period for the details of its withdrawal to be settled.
Richard Austin, new business director at Ringwood-based IT software business KFA Connect, said: “Now that the withdrawal from the EU is under way, there are several considerations that businesses need to be aware of, not only with employee regulations but specificallyaround IT systems, and the buying and selling of products.
“Firstly, if you are a UK-based business buying or selling into Europe you will need to plan for potential changes to VAT. The reverse charge of VAT may no longer be applicable, so you may need to start paying or charging VAT from businesses that you deal with in Europe.
“You will need an EORI (Economic Operators Registration and Identification) number, which starts with a GB if you want to continue to import or export goods into or out of the UK – without one you risk increased costs and delays with HMRC.”
Mr Austin suggested allowing more time for delivery and receipt of goods.
Mr Austin said: “Different types of goods have different import requirements, so check these carefully. Things to look out for are: Do you need a duty deferment account? Who will make the import declarations? And is a proof of origin required?
“If you’re relying on procuring products from the EU, then ensure that your forecasting is as accurate as possible, allow for more time to make sure that you can continue to meet production demands. The same applies to selling goods into the EU. Delivery charges may increase as clearance through customs will take longer.
“If you have an e-commerce arm to your businesses, you may need to review your pricing, allowing for additional charges from suppliers, customs and logistics providers. Companies that decide to relocate offices or accounts from the UK to EU countries will need to make system changes to add additional locations and integrate with other systems.”
He said the physical location of a business, or the location where an e-commerce site is hosted, would become more important.
“Companies with websites currently hosted in EU member states may decide to move these back to the UK. It might also be worth considering new language translations, new delivery methods, customs charges, new product pricing in foreign currency or new VAT charging functionality if new trade deals are struck with different countries,” he added.
The security and protection of data will continue to be crucial. The government plans to incorporate the current GDPR legislation, which was introduced in 2018, into UK law after Brexit.
A series of sector-based planning notices have been issued by the UK government and European Commission, to help businesses make plans during the transition phase.


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Pensioner set to go on trial accused of attempted murder after serious crash in New Forest

THE trial of a pensioner accused off attempted murder following a serious crash in the New Forest is set to @ @ @ @ @ a collision involving a Jaguar S-Type , driven by Mr Tillman , and a Mini @ @ @ @ @ Lyndhurst and Brockenhurst on August 20 last year .
The driver of the Mini , @ @ @ @ @ Dorset and the passenger of the Jaguar , a 59-year-old woman Sway , suffered minor @ @ @ @ @ Southampton General Hospital .
Peter Tillman , 71 , was later charged with an allegation @ @ @ @ @ driving – which he denies .
Tillman , of Manchester Road , Sway , appeared @ @ @ @ @ week when his trial date was fixed for Monday ( February 10 ) .
The @ @ @ @ @ between five and seven days .

It follows a collision involving a Jaguar S-Type, driven by Mr Tillman, and a Mini, on the A337 between Lyndhurst and Brockenhurst on August 20 last year.
The driver of the Mini, a 33-year-old woman, from Dorset and the passenger of the Jaguar, a 59-year-old woman Sway, suffered minor injuries and were taken to Southampton General Hospital.
Peter Tillman, 71, was later charged with an allegation of attempted murder and dangerous driving – which he denies.
Tillman, of Manchester Road, Sway, appeared at Winchester Crown Court last week when his trial date was fixed for Monday (February 10).
The trial is expected to last between five and seven days.


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Fire crews tackle huge fire in Shirley Southampton

MORE THAN 70 firefighters are tackling a large fire that has broken out in a Southampton building this evening .
Crews from across the city are on the scene tackling the blaze in Victor Street near Shirley High Street .
In the past hour , flames could be seen pouring out of a building as firefighters attempt to control the incident .
Members of the public have been asked to avoid the area to allow access for emergency services vehicles .
It is unclear what is currently on fire but Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service have tweeted : `` Please @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for emergency vehicles . ''
Victor Street is currently closed due to the on going incident .
It is believed there are 14 fire pumps there , along with two aerial ladders and a water carrier .
The blaze started in a disused social club next to the former Factory of Fun play area .
The smoke is so thick that passers by are having to cover their faces to stop breathing it in .
One witness said : `` I was walking down the road when I saw lots of smoke and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ moved us away as more equipment arrived , including an aerial ladder platform .
`` I saw some of the fire fighters putting on breathing gear.
`` The fire started in a disused social club , said group manager Nigel Cooper of Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service .
He added that no one had been hurt in the incident and that at least 70 firefighters were on the scene .
Group manager Cooper added : `` We have managed to stop the flames from spreading to the Factory of Fun , a Salvation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ That has been our priority . ''
Smoke from the blaze covered large areas of the west of Southampton .
One resident in Shirley Towers said : `` It 's pretty smokey in this flat .
Our eyes and throats are burning .
It 's pretty horrid as you can imagine .
`` We evacuated thinking at first it was in this block , but we had to come back in as the smoke was just horrific . ''
And Kayleigh Crisell , of Howard 's Grove , added : `` I smelt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` Then I saw thick black smoke .
I phoned my dad and he said the old social club was on fire .
It 's absolutely terrible - there 's nothing left . ''
Firefighters are urging people to avoid the area .
They are also advising locals to keep their doors and windows shut because of the smoke .

Crews from across the city are on the scene tackling the blaze in Victor Street near Shirley High Street.
In the past hour, flames could be seen pouring out of a building as firefighters attempt to control the incident.
Members of the public have been asked to avoid the area to allow access for emergency services vehicles.
It is unclear what is currently on fire but Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service have tweeted: "Please avoid the area to allow for access for emergency vehicles."
Victor Street is currently closed due to the on going incident.
It is believed there are 14 fire pumps there, along with two aerial ladders and a water carrier.
The blaze started in a disused social club next to the former Factory of Fun play area.
The smoke is so thick that passers by are having to cover their faces to stop breathing it in.
One witness said: "I was walking down the road when I saw lots of smoke and then I heard sirens.
"They moved us away as more equipment arrived, including an aerial ladder platform.
"I saw some of the fire fighters putting on breathing gear. "
The fire started in a disused social club, said group manager Nigel Cooper of Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service.
He added that no one had been hurt in the incident and that at least 70 firefighters were on the scene.
Group manager Cooper added: "We have managed to stop the flames from spreading to the Factory of Fun, a Salvation Army building and a church.
"That has been our priority."
Smoke from the blaze covered large areas of the west of Southampton.
One resident in Shirley Towers said: "It's pretty smokey in this flat. Our eyes and throats are burning. It's pretty horrid as you can imagine.
"We evacuated thinking at first it was in this block, but we had to come back in as the smoke was just horrific."
And Kayleigh Crisell, of Howard's Grove, added: "I smelt smoke and thought it was a bonfire.
"Then I saw thick black smoke. I phoned my dad and he said the old social club was on fire. It's absolutely terrible - there's nothing left."
Firefighters are urging people to avoid the area. They are also advising locals to keep their doors and windows shut because of the smoke.
More follows...


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--St Mary's Independent School in Southampton closed and evacuated over coronavirus fears

A SOUTHAMPTON school is being evacuated after pupils were put in isolation over coronoavirus fears .
St Mary 's Independent School in Bitterne Park is currently on lockdown following the discovery .
It comes after students at the school were struck down with symptoms similar to the virus .
The students at the Midanbury Lane school have put themselves in isolation after being checked by medical professionals at Southampton General Hospital .
The school will be closed while it is closed for deep cleaning to remove any potential traces of the virus .
St Mary 's is in contact with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
• Flight passengers will be contacted after one on board confirmed as coronavirus patient It comes as the number of people in the UK diagnosed with the conditions doubled to eight .
A statement sent to parents from headteacher Claire Charlemagne says : `` I am sorry to inform you that a family with children at the prep and senior departments who have recently travelled to the region affected by coronavirus have developed symptoms similar to those presenting with the coronavirus , and having been checked by medical professionals at Southampton General @ @ @ @ @ @ @ outside the hospital ] .
`` As a school , our first priority is to keep our children and community safe .
`` We have taken advice on this situation from Public HealthEngland and the Natural Health Service .
`` We have been advised that we need to take all steps reasonably practicable to prevent the spread of this virus .
`` We have therefore taken the decision to close the school immediately in order to undertake a thorough deep clean , and to allow any potential traces of the virus to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , tomorrow , and Wednesday . ''
The school is based on 17 acres of land and its website says it provides a `` warm and caring environment where pupils achieve some of the best results in the country . ''
It was established in 1922 by the Brothers of Christian Instruction is connected to more than 124 sister schools in 26 countries across the world .

St Mary's Independent School in Bitterne Park is currently on lockdown following the discovery.
It comes after students at the school were struck down with symptoms similar to the virus.
The students at the Midanbury Lane school have put themselves in isolation after being checked by medical professionals at Southampton General Hospital.
The school will be closed while it is closed for deep cleaning to remove any potential traces of the virus.
St Mary's is in contact with Public Health England and monitoring the situation.
It comes as the number of people in the UK diagnosed with the conditions doubled to eight.
A statement sent to parents from headteacher Claire Charlemagne says: "I am sorry to inform you that a family with children at the prep and senior departments who have recently travelled to the region affected by coronavirus have developed symptoms similar to those presenting with the coronavirus, and having been checked by medical professionals at Southampton General Hospital have been placed in isolation [outside the hospital].
"As a school, our first priority is to keep our children and community safe.
"We have taken advice on this situation from Public HealthEngland and the Natural Health Service.
"We have been advised that we need to take all steps reasonably practicable to prevent the spread of this virus.
"We have therefore taken the decision to close the school immediately in order to undertake a thorough deep clean, and to allow any potential traces of the virus to be removed.
"We will close today, tomorrow, and Wednesday."
The school is based on 17 acres of land and its website says it provides a "warm and caring environment where pupils achieve some of the best results in the country."
It was established in 1922 by the Brothers of Christian Instruction is connected to more than 124 sister schools in 26 countries across the world.


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Police appeal for Stephen Weir, in connection with restraining order breach

POLICE have appealed for information on a Southampton man , who they want to speak to in connection with breaching @ @ @ @ @ are trying to locate 30-year-old Stephen Weir and have now turned to the public for @ @ @ @ @ is described as being 5ft 10ins with a slim build and a ginger beard , @ @ @ @ @ and North Baddesley .
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said : `` Can you help us @ @ @ @ @ want to speak with the 30-year-old in connection with a breach of a restraining order @ @ @ @ @ various lines of enquiry to locate him and we are now turning to the public @ @ @ @ @ he is in the Southampton area , although he also has connections to Eastleigh and @ @ @ @ @ you have seen him , or have any information as to his whereabouts please call @ @ @ @ @ alternatively , you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 . ''

Officers are trying to locate 30-year-old Stephen Weir and have now turned to the public for assistance.
The Southampton man is described as being 5ft 10ins with a slim build and a ginger beard, with possible connections to Eastleigh and North Baddesley.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "Can you help us find Stephen Weir? We want to speak with the 30-year-old in connection with a breach of a restraining order.
"Officers have followed various lines of enquiry to locate him and we are now turning to the public for assistance. We believe he is in the Southampton area, although he also has connections to Eastleigh and North Baddesley.
"If you have seen him, or have any information as to his whereabouts please call 101 quoting 44190441548, or alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Tidal areas on the Hamble estuary are at risk of flooding.

AREAS of Southampton are at risk of flooding due to high tides and Storm Ciara .
Weston Shore promenade has @ @ @ @ @ more areas are expected to be affected , Tidal areas of the Hamble estuary , @ @ @ @ @ Warsash are all at risk of flooding , The tide at 11.34am and 1.39pm is @ @ @ @ @ high winds and rainfall brought by the storm .
The total forecast tide is 5.38 @ @ @ @ @ coastal areas across the south coast are also at risk of flooding : • Eling @ @ @ @ @ and properties close to the River Test in Testwood .

Weston Shore promenade has already experienced flooding today and more areas are expected to be affected,
Tidal areas of the Hamble estuary, including Hamble, Bursledon and Warsash are all at risk of flooding,
The tide at 11.34am and 1.39pm is higher than usual due to high winds and rainfall brought by the storm.
The total forecast tide is 5.38 meters for Southampton.
Other coastal areas across the south coast are also at risk of flooding:
Eling Tide Mill, Eling Lane and properties close to the River Test in Testwood.
Road flooding is expected at:
Ashlett Creek.
Calshot Activity Centre.
Hythe sea front, Promenade, Shore Road and High Street.
Magazine Lane in Marchwood.
Woodmill Lane, Priory Road and St Deny's in Southampton.
Hamble Quay and Rope Walk.
Shore Road in Warsash.
Outbuildings at Fawley Refinery.


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Attack near Primate Road in Park Gate leaves man with broken ribs

A 57-year-old man has been left with broken ribs after being attacked by two men wearing hoodies .
The victim fought off his two attackers who fled the scene empty-handed .
However , he sustained broken ribs following the assault at around 11.20pm on Saturday , February 8 .
He had been walking next to the Course Park Crescent play area , near Primate Road in Park Gate when he was assaulted .
Both attackers were described as white , aged in their 20s , and around 5ft 8ins tall .
They were both wearing dark-coloured hooded tops .
One @ @ @ @ @ @ @ injuries because of the victim defending himself .
A police spokesperson said : `` We ’ re appealing for witnesses to a robbery attempt that took place in Titchfield Common on the weekend . ''
`` Did you see anyone matching this description in the area around this time , or anyone acting suspiciously near the play park ?
`` Perhaps you saw someone with a facial injury in the area or someone you know came home late that night with unexplained facial injuries ?
`` Anyone with information is asked to contact @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Alternatively , you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 , or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org '' Police are urging people to be vigilant when walking at night and to stick to well-lit areas if possible .
Fareham Inspector Richard Thompson added : “ We appreciate that this is very concerning for the community , but please be reassured that incidents of this nature are not common in this area .
“ Officers will be following up enquiries in the area .
In the meantime , please report @ @ @ @ @ @ @ continue to be vigilant and look after one another when out walking at night .
”

The victim fought off his two attackers who fled the scene empty-handed.
However, he sustained broken ribs following the assault at around 11.20pm on Saturday, February 8.
He had been walking next to the Course Park Crescent play area, near Primate Road in Park Gate when he was assaulted.
Both attackers were described as white, aged in their 20s, and around 5ft 8ins tall.
They were both wearing dark-coloured hooded tops.
One of the men may have sustained facial injuries because of the victim defending himself.
A police spokesperson said: "We’re appealing for witnesses to a robbery attempt that took place in Titchfield Common on the weekend."
"Did you see anyone matching this description in the area around this time, or anyone acting suspiciously near the play park?
"Perhaps you saw someone with a facial injury in the area or someone you know came home late that night with unexplained facial injuries?
"Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting 44200049874.
"Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org"
Police are urging people to be vigilant when walking at night and to stick to well-lit areas if possible.
Fareham Inspector Richard Thompson added: “We appreciate that this is very concerning for the community, but please be reassured that incidents of this nature are not common in this area.
“Officers will be following up enquiries in the area. In the meantime, please report any suspicious activity to us, and continue to be vigilant and look after one another when out walking at night.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Easyjet warning as Gatwick passenger diagnosed with coronavirus

PASSENGERS on a plane are being contacted after one of the people on board was diagnosed with coronavirus .
The Easyjet flight landed at Gatwick Airport on January 28 , arriving from Geneva .
The case has been confirmed by Public Health England , who told the company they would be contacting all passengers who were sat `` in the vicinity of the customer '' on flight EZS8481 .
They will be provided with guidance on what actions to take by the health authority .
An Easyject spokeswoman said that , `` as the customer was not experiencing any symptoms @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the flight is very low '' .
She said : `` We remain in contact with the public health authorities and are following their guidance .
`` The health and wellbeing of our passengers and crew is the airline ’ s highest priority .
`` All of the crew who operated have been advised to monitor themselves for a 14 day period since the flight in line with Public Health England advice and the original flight was 13 days ago and none are displaying any symptoms . ''
This follows four more people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ confirmed today by chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty .
He said they were `` known contacts '' of an existing coronavirus patient and `` the virus was passed on in France '' .
He continued : `` Experts at Public Health England continue to work hard tracing patient contacts from the UK cases .
They successfully identified these individuals and ensured the appropriate support was provided .
`` The patients have been transferred to specialist NHS centres at Guy ’ s and St Thomas ’ and The Royal Free hospitals , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ measures to prevent further spread of the virus . ''

The Easyjet flight landed at Gatwick Airport on January 28, arriving from Geneva.
The case has been confirmed by Public Health England, who told the company they would be contacting all passengers who were sat "in the vicinity of the customer" on flight EZS8481.
They will be provided with guidance on what actions to take by the health authority.
An Easyject spokeswoman said that, "as the customer was not experiencing any symptoms, the risk to others on board the flight is very low".
She said: "We remain in contact with the public health authorities and are following their guidance.
"The health and wellbeing of our passengers and crew is the airline’s highest priority.
"All of the crew who operated have been advised to monitor themselves for a 14 day period since the flight in line with Public Health England advice and the original flight was 13 days ago and none are displaying any symptoms."
This follows four more people having tested positive for the coronavirus, confirmed today by chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty.
He said they were "known contacts" of an existing coronavirus patient and "the virus was passed on in France".
He continued: "Experts at Public Health England continue to work hard tracing patient contacts from the UK cases. They successfully identified these individuals and ensured the appropriate support was provided.
"The patients have been transferred to specialist NHS centres at Guy’s and St Thomas’ and The Royal Free hospitals, and we are now using robust infection control measures to prevent further spread of the virus."


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Driver caught driving at 61mph through M27 temporary speed limit

A DRIVER caught speeding through a temporary speed limit on a Hampshire motorway has been fined .
Iwona Rudnicka , @ @ @ @ @ at 70mph through the 50mph temporary speed limit on the M27 .
Rudnicka was driving @ @ @ @ @ of the offence , which took place on July 22 .
The temporary speed limit @ @ @ @ @ average speed cameras , has been in place since January last year .
Appearing at @ @ @ @ @ Rudnicka , of Flamborough Close , pleaded guilty to one count of speeding .
She @ @ @ @ @ to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £32 .
Her driving @ @ @ @ @ four points .

Iwona Rudnicka, 42, was caught speeding at 70mph through the 50mph temporary speed limit on the M27.
Rudnicka was driving a Nissan at the time of the offence, which took place on July 22.
The temporary speed limit, which is enforced by average speed cameras, has been in place since January last year.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates’ Court, Rudnicka, of Flamborough Close, pleaded guilty to one count of speeding.
She was fined £276, ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £32.
Her driving licence was also endorsed with four points.


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--PICTURED: The super Snow Moon over Hampshire

A SUPER full moon lit up the skies over Hampshire at the weekend .
Despite Storm Ciara bringing wild weather @ @ @ @ @ Echo ’ s Camera Club captured the spectacle on camera with stunning results .
February @ @ @ @ @ called the Snow Moon but is also known as the Hunger Moon , the Bone @ @ @ @ @ aptly , the Storm Moon .
It was also the first in a series of @ @ @ @ @ others in March , April and May .
The next super full moon will occur @ @ @ @

Despite Storm Ciara bringing wild weather, members of the Daily Echo’s Camera Club captured the spectacle on camera with stunning results.
February’s full moon is called the Snow Moon but is also known as the Hunger Moon, the Bone Moon and, perhaps rather aptly, the Storm Moon.
It was also the first in a series of supermoons this year, with others in March, April and May.
The next super full moon will occur on March 9.
To join the echo’s Camera Club, visit facebook.com/groups/decameraclub/


thedailyecho--2020-02-10--Dog food recalled because it “may pose a risk to human and animal health”

A DOG food manufacturer has recalled a range of its frozen raw dog food products because they “ may pose @ @ @ @ @ animal health.
” A risk statement on the Food Standards Agency website says : “ @ @ @ @ @ has identified elevated levels of bacteria indicating a potential risk .
A withdrawal and recall @ @ @ @ @ company.
” Anyone who has bought any of the products listed have been advised not @ @ @ @ @ .
People should instead return them to the store where they bought the products in @ @ @ @ @ .
Pet owners have been advised when handling and serving raw pet food that they @ @ @ @ @ bowls thoroughly after use .
They have also been advised to wash their hands thoroughly @ @

Happy Hounds has recalled 10 products in total “on a precautionary basis.”
A risk statement on the Food Standards Agency website says: “Sampling undertaken by the company has identified elevated levels of bacteria indicating a potential risk. A withdrawal and recall have been actioned by the company.”
Anyone who has bought any of the products listed have been advised not to use any of them.
People should instead return them to the store where they bought the products in exchange for a full refund.
Pet owners have been advised when handling and serving raw pet food that they should clean utensils and feeding bowls thoroughly after use.
They have also been advised to wash their hands thoroughly afterwards.
The products affected:
Raw Diced Chicken Dog Food
Pack size 1.5kg
Batch code 1075
Best before 12 September 2020
Raw Chicken & Tripe Dog Food
Pack size 1kg
Batch code 1199/809
Best before 19 July 2020
Raw Chicken & Beef Dog Food
Pack size 1kg
Batch code 1223/828
Best before 18 November 2020
Raw Chicken Dog Food
Pack size 2.5kg
Batch code 1233
Best before 12 November 2020
Raw Chicken Dog Food
Pack size 2.5kg
Batch code 1235
Best before 18 November 2020
Raw Chicken Wing Tips
Pack size 1.5kg
Batch code 1235
Best before 18 November 2020
Raw Tripe
Pack size 2.5kg
Batch code 838
Best before 15 November 2020
Raw Liver
Pack size 1kg
Batch code 838
Best before 27 November 2020
Raw Minced Chicken & Tripe Dog Food
Pack size 1kg
Batch code 1237/839
Best before 27 November 2020
Raw Chicken Drumsticks
Pack size 1.5kg
Batch code 1236
Best before 3 December 2020


thedailyecho--2020-02-11--More than 70 firefighters tackle blaze at former working men's club in Victor Street, Shirley

A PROBE has been launched into the cause of a major fire which destroyed a former working men 's club in Southampton .
More than 70 firefighters from across Hampshire rushed to Victor Street in Shirley as flames threatened to engulf a neighbouring building used by the Salvation Army .
With 14 fire engines on the scene , crews from across the county were hampered by strong winds which fanned the flames and also sent a huge cloud of thick smoke drifting across the area .
People were urged to avoid the area as the emergency services rushed to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and locals were told to keep their doors and windows shut because of the smoke .
Meanwhile , passers-by covered their faces with their hands and scarves .
Firefighters remain on the scene this morning , however Victor Street is now open .
The blaze broke out shortly after 6pm .
Streets in the centre of Shirley echoed to the sound of sirens as the first firefighters on the scene were joined by colleagues from as far afield as Fareham , plus police office and ambulance crews .
No-one was hurt but the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
According to Hampshire Fire and Rescue Sercices , the police have been informed and the cause of the fire is being investigated .
Flames could be seen pouring out of the roof as firefighters battled to bring the blaze under control using two aerial ladder platforms which enabled them to fight the fire from above .
The blaze started in a long , thin building between the Salvation Army complex and the former Factory of Fun play centre .
One witness said : `` I was walking down the road when I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ heard sirens .
They moved us away as more equipment arrived , including an aerial ladder platform .
Group Manager Nigel Cooper said : `` We have managed to stop the flames from spreading to the Factory of Fun , a Salvation Army building and a church .
That has been our priority . ''
Smoke from the blaze covered large areas of the west of Southampton .
One resident in nearby Shirley Towers said : `` It 's pretty smokey in this flat .
Our eyes and throats are burning .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` We evacuated thinking at first it was in this block , but we had to come back in as the smoke was just horrific . ''
And Kayleigh Crisell , of Howard 's Grove , added : `` I smelt smoke and thought it was a bonfire .
Then I went out on the landing and saw thick black smoke .
`` I phoned my dad , who lives near the scene .
and he said the old social club was on fire .
It 's absolutely terrible - there 's @ @ @ @

More than 70 firefighters from across Hampshire rushed to Victor Street in Shirley as flames threatened to engulf a neighbouring building used by the Salvation Army.
Fire at disused social club in Victor Street, Shirley, Southampton
With 14 fire engines on the scene, crews from across the county were hampered by strong winds which fanned the flames and also sent a huge cloud of thick smoke drifting across the area.
People were urged to avoid the area as the emergency services rushed to the old Shirley Working Men's Club, and locals were told to keep their doors and windows shut because of the smoke.
Meanwhile, passers-by covered their faces with their hands and scarves.
Our firefighters have worked incredibly hard to surround the fire in Shirley and are now damping down hotspots.
The incident is being scaled down with vehicles returning to their stations.
We will remain on the scene for the next few hours and into tomorrow morning. https://t.co/6mEmMqLfLF — Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service (@Hants_fire) February 10, 2020
Firefighters remain on the scene this morning, however Victor Street is now open.
The blaze broke out shortly after 6pm. Streets in the centre of Shirley echoed to the sound of sirens as the first firefighters on the scene were joined by colleagues from as far afield as Fareham, plus police office and ambulance crews.
No-one was hurt but the building was reduced to a charred ruin.
According to Hampshire Fire and Rescue Sercices, the police have been informed and the cause of the fire is being investigated.
Fire at disused social club in Victor Street, Shirley, Southampton
Flames could be seen pouring out of the roof as firefighters battled to bring the blaze under control using two aerial ladder platforms which enabled them to fight the fire from above.
The blaze started in a long, thin building between the Salvation Army complex and the former Factory of Fun play centre.
One witness said: "I was walking down the road when I saw lots of smoke and then I heard sirens. They moved us away as more equipment arrived, including an aerial ladder platform.
Group Manager Nigel Cooper said: "We have managed to stop the flames from spreading to the Factory of Fun, a Salvation Army building and a church. That has been our priority."
Smoke from the blaze covered large areas of the west of Southampton.
One resident in nearby Shirley Towers said: "It's pretty smokey in this flat. Our eyes and throats are burning. It's pretty horrid as you can imagine.
"We evacuated thinking at first it was in this block, but we had to come back in as the smoke was just horrific."
There are no reports of any casualties in the fire which crews continue to tackle on Victor Street, Southampton.
Please keep windows and doors shut and avoid the area. https://t.co/CuZq4up5rT — Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service (@Hants_fire) February 10, 2020
And Kayleigh Crisell, of Howard's Grove, added: "I smelt smoke and thought it was a bonfire. Then I went out on the landing and saw thick black smoke.
"I phoned my dad, who lives near the scene. and he said the old social club was on fire. It's absolutely terrible - there's nothing left."


thedailyecho--2020-02-11--Driver drove BMW through wall into pub beer garden then told police it had been stolen

A DRIVER smashed his BMW through a wall into a pub beer garden before lying to police by telling them that the vehicle had been stolen .
Witnesses saw Ashley Smedburg and a woman escaping from the crashed vehicle after the 31-year-old ploughed the vehicle through a wall and into the beer garden of the Elm Tree pub in Ringwood .
When police rang Smedburg to tell him that his vehicle had been involved in a crash , he denied any knowledge of the incident and said he partying more than 20 miles away in Southampton .
The father-of-four later @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he claimed his BMW had been stolen .
But detectives later unravelled Smedburg 's lie when his DNA was found on a deployed airbag from the vehicle .
The Ringwood resident later pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice .
On Tuesday , at Southampton Crown Court , Smedburg was jailed for 15 months .
The court heard how Smedburg crashed the BMW off a T-junction and into the beer garden of the Elm Tree in the early hours of February 22 , 2018 – causing £4,000 worth of damage .
Prosecutor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ heard the crash and saw a man and a woman running from the vehicle – with man carrying a beer bottle in his hand .
The court heard how police arrived and found the vehicle was registered to Smedburg .
But when officers phoned Smedburg he refused to give details of his location , other than to say that he was on a night out in Southampton .
Ms Linsley said : `` He said the car should be parked in Burley as that 's where he left it .
`` Police said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ particularly concerned .
He said police would have to speak to him later . ''
Ms Linsley said Smedburg later reported the vehicle as stolen later that day .
The court heard Smedburg was spoken to by police , in the presence of a solicitor , in March 2018 and warned by both officers and the solicitor about the consequences of filing a false police report .
Then , in May , police asked Smedburg for a DNA sample to rule him out of their investigation – something he refused to do .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ police he knew who had taken the vehicle and he had been compensated by that person .
`` However , when officers asked him for the name the defendant responded and told the officer to do his job . ''
Ms Linsley said DNA results then came back showing amylase , a protein found in saliva , found on a deployed airbag matched that of Smedburg – whose DNA was already on the national database due to his 16 previous convictions .
Smedburg was arrested and charged with one count of perverting the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guilty to .
In mitigation , Jamie Gammon said Smedburg had an extensive history of mental health issues and had not put anyone else in jeopardy by falsely naming them as the driver .
In sentencing , Judge Nicholas Rowland said : `` You persisted in saying that your car had been stolen and even went to the trouble of signing a police witness statement , having been warned of the consequences .
`` There is an irony in this case that because of police resources cases like your case are taking years @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is not helped by you behaving in this way .
`` You have been responsible for that in part because you have diverted valuable resources from other investigations . ''
Smedburg , of New Street , Ringwood , was sentenced to 15 months in prison and ordered to pay a victim surcharge .

Witnesses saw Ashley Smedburg and a woman escaping from the crashed vehicle after the 31-year-old ploughed the vehicle through a wall and into the beer garden of the Elm Tree pub in Ringwood.
When police rang Smedburg to tell him that his vehicle had been involved in a crash, he denied any knowledge of the incident and said he partying more than 20 miles away in Southampton.
The father-of-four later signed a police witness statement in which he claimed his BMW had been stolen.
But detectives later unravelled Smedburg's lie when his DNA was found on a deployed airbag from the vehicle.
The Ringwood resident later pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice.
On Tuesday, at Southampton Crown Court, Smedburg was jailed for 15 months.
The court heard how Smedburg crashed the BMW off a T-junction and into the beer garden of the Elm Tree in the early hours of February 22, 2018 – causing £4,000 worth of damage.
Prosecutor Siobhan Linsley told the court that witnesses heard the crash and saw a man and a woman running from the vehicle – with man carrying a beer bottle in his hand.
The court heard how police arrived and found the vehicle was registered to Smedburg.
But when officers phoned Smedburg he refused to give details of his location, other than to say that he was on a night out in Southampton.
Ms Linsley said: "He said the car should be parked in Burley as that's where he left it.
"Police said he (Smedburg) did not sound particularly concerned. He said police would have to speak to him later."
Ms Linsley said Smedburg later reported the vehicle as stolen later that day.
The court heard Smedburg was spoken to by police, in the presence of a solicitor, in March 2018 and warned by both officers and the solicitor about the consequences of filing a false police report.
Then, in May, police asked Smedburg for a DNA sample to rule him out of their investigation – something he refused to do.
Ms Linsley said: "He told police he knew who had taken the vehicle and he had been compensated by that person.
"However, when officers asked him for the name the defendant responded and told the officer to do his job."
Ms Linsley said DNA results then came back showing amylase, a protein found in saliva, found on a deployed airbag matched that of Smedburg – whose DNA was already on the national database due to his 16 previous convictions.
Smedburg was arrested and charged with one count of perverting the course of justice – which he pleaded guilty to.
In mitigation, Jamie Gammon said Smedburg had an extensive history of mental health issues and had not put anyone else in jeopardy by falsely naming them as the driver.
In sentencing, Judge Nicholas Rowland said: "You persisted in saying that your car had been stolen and even went to the trouble of signing a police witness statement, having been warned of the consequences.
"There is an irony in this case that because of police resources cases like your case are taking years to come to crown court and this is not helped by you behaving in this way.
"You have been responsible for that in part because you have diverted valuable resources from other investigations."
Smedburg, of New Street, Ringwood, was sentenced to 15 months in prison and ordered to pay a victim surcharge.


thedailyecho--2020-02-11--Coronavirus fears close St Mary’s Independent School

A SOUTHAMPTON school has been evacuated after pupils were put in isolation over coronavirus fears .
St Mary ’ s Independent School in Bitterne Park is currently on lockdown following the discovery .
Parents rushed to ferry their children away after students at the school were struck down with symptoms similar to the virus .
• Coronavirus : Everything we know about the situation in the UK so far Pupils from the Midanbury Lane school have since put themselves in isolation following checks by medical professionals at Southampton General Hospital .
The school will be closed while it is deep @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the virus .
• Flight passengers will be contacted after one on board confirmed as coronavirus patient St Mary ’ s has been in contact with Public Health England which is monitoring the situation .
The news comes as it was revealed eight people in the UK have now been diagnosed with the virus , with five of those closely linked to a businessman who was told he had it last week in Brighton .
A statement sent to parents from headteacher Claire Charlemagne says : “ I am sorry to inform @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the prep and senior departments who have recently travelled to the region affected by coronavirus have developed symptoms similar to those presenting with the coronavirus , and having been checked by medical professionals at Southampton General Hospital have been placed in isolation [ outside the hospital ] .
• Student who returned from China tests negative for coronavirus “ As a school , our first priority is to keep our children and community safe .
“ We have taken advice on this situation from Public Health England and the Natural Health Service .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ need to take all steps reasonably practicable to prevent the spread of this virus .
“ We have therefore taken the decision to close the school immediately in order to undertake a thorough deep clean , and to allow any potential traces of the virus to be removed .
The school is based on 17 acres of land and its website says it provides a “ warm and caring environment where pupils achieve some of the best results in the country .
On Twitter , Health Secretary Matt Hancock said : “ Clinical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the public , which remains moderate .
“ The transmission of coronavirus would constitute a serious threat - so I am taking action to protect the public and isolate those at risk of spreading the virus.
” In the UK , a University of York student and their relative are still being treated at the Royal Victoria Infirmary infectious diseases centre in Newcastle .
There have been more than 40,000 cases of the virus globally while the death toll in China now stands at 908 .
Of the latest four cases diagnosed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Phin , deputy director of the National Infection Service at Public Health England , said : “ These new cases are all closely linked and were rapidly identified through Public Health England ’ s comprehensive contact tracing approach .
”

St Mary’s Independent School in Bitterne Park is currently on lockdown following the discovery.
Parents rushed to ferry their children away after students at the school were struck down with symptoms similar to the virus.
Pupils from the Midanbury Lane school have since put themselves in isolation following checks by medical professionals at Southampton General Hospital.
The school will be closed while it is deep cleaned and to remove any potential traces of the virus.
St Mary’s has been in contact with Public Health England which is monitoring the situation.
The news comes as it was revealed eight people in the UK have now been diagnosed with the virus, with five of those closely linked to a businessman who was told he had it last week in Brighton.
A statement sent to parents from headteacher Claire Charlemagne says: “I am sorry to inform you that a family with children at the prep and senior departments who have recently travelled to the region affected by coronavirus have developed symptoms similar to those presenting with the coronavirus, and having been checked by medical professionals at Southampton General Hospital have been placed in isolation [outside the hospital].
“As a school, our first priority is to keep our children and community safe.
“We have taken advice on this situation from Public Health England and the Natural Health Service.
“We have been advised that we need to take all steps reasonably practicable to prevent the spread of this virus.
“We have therefore taken the decision to close the school immediately in order to undertake a thorough deep clean, and to allow any potential traces of the virus to be removed.
“We will close Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.”
The school is based on 17 acres of land and its website says it provides a “warm and caring environment where pupils achieve some of the best results in the country.
On Twitter, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said: “Clinical advice has not changed about the risk to the public, which remains moderate.
“The transmission of coronavirus would constitute a serious threat - so I am taking action to protect the public and isolate those at risk of spreading the virus.”
In the UK, a University of York student and their relative are still being treated at the Royal Victoria Infirmary infectious diseases centre in Newcastle.
There have been more than 40,000 cases of the virus globally while the death toll in China now stands at 908.
Of the latest four cases diagnosed in England on Monday, Dr Nick Phin, deputy director of the National Infection Service at Public Health England, said: “These new cases are all closely linked and were rapidly identified through Public Health England’s comprehensive contact tracing approach.”