thedailyecho--2020-03-01--Man banned from Lidl at Hythe and Tesco at Dibden  in police shoplifting crackdown

A HAMPSHIRE man has been banned from two supermarkets as part of a shoplifting crackdown .
It comes after officers @ @ @ @ @ in the Waterside area .
As part of the operation a man has been charged @ @ @ @ @ Officers said he had been charged with six shoplifting offences and one public order offence @ @ @ @ @ conditions are that he does not enter or contact staff from the Lidl supermarket in @ @ @ @ @ at Dibden Purlieu .
Details were released by police this morning .
A tweet said @ @ @ @ @ with 6 # Shoplifting & 1 public order offence with bail conditions not to enter @ @ @ @ @ LidlGB Hythe or @ Tesco # Dibden .
`` If you know someone who is @ @ @ @ @ call # PCRob in confidence on 101 so we investigate .
@ the_brc ''

It comes after officers launched an investigation into shoplifting in the Waterside area.
As part of the operation a man has been charged and released on bail.
Officers said he had been charged with six shoplifting offences and one public order offence.
Part of his bail conditions are that he does not enter or contact staff from the Lidl supermarket in Hythe or the Tesco supermarket at Dibden Purlieu.
Details were released by police this morning.
A tweet said: "Male now charged with 6 #Shoplifting & 1 public order offence with bail conditions not to enter or contact staff from @LidlGB Hythe or @Tesco #Dibden.
"If you know someone who is stealing from #Waterside shops call #PCRob in confidence on 101 so we investigate. @the_brc"


thedailyecho--2020-03-01--Blackfield schoolgirl Ava Bray finds Bronze Age axe on Southbourne beach

A HAMPSHIRE schoolgirl used a metal detector for the first time - and found a Bronze Age axe just seconds after embarking on her new hobby .
In a classic example of beginner 's luck , eight-year-old Ava Bray had only just been handed the detector when she unearthed the ancient object .
Now Ava and her nine-year-old brother Leo , of Blackfield , are waiting to discover if they can keep the axe .
They were with their grandfather , Tony Bray , a member of the National Council of Metal Detecting , when they made the discovery on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` There a lot of restrictions relating to metal detectors .
You ca n't use them in the New Forest so Southbourne is virtually the nearest place to us except Calshot Beach .
`` Ava had been using the metal detector for only about a minute when she heard a bleep .
`` She started digging to see what it was and found an object which was only six or eight inches below the surface .
She shouted 'It ’ s an axe ' and came over to show me .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ of bronze but did n't realise how old it was until we got home and searched the Internet for clues .
`` We were very lucky - some people with metal detectors can spend a lifetime searching and never find anything like that .
`` I do n't believe it 's worth a lot of money but it 's an old and rare artefact which is in incredibly good condition .
`` Ava has since studied Bronze Age history and has shown me how it was made .
She 's showing a keen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Tony has reported the discovery to Dorset 's Finds Liaison Officer , Ciorstaidh Hayward Trevarthen .
He has received a letter which says : `` I will circulate the images to my colleagues and get back to you with more information , but you are broadly correct in the identification you already have .
`` From the location you have given it may relate to a hoard of axes reported in 2011 , some of which are very similar to your example .
`` I will ask the Treasure Registrar at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ know what we will need to do next . ''

In a classic example of beginner's luck, eight-year-old Ava Bray had only just been handed the detector when she unearthed the ancient object.
Now Ava and her nine-year-old brother Leo, of Blackfield, are waiting to discover if they can keep the axe.
They were with their grandfather, Tony Bray, a member of the National Council of Metal Detecting, when they made the discovery on Southbourne beach.
Tony, 62, said: "There a lot of restrictions relating to metal detectors. You can't use them in the New Forest so Southbourne is virtually the nearest place to us except Calshot Beach.
"Ava had been using the metal detector for only about a minute when she heard a bleep.
"She started digging to see what it was and found an object which was only six or eight inches below the surface. She shouted 'It’s an axe' and came over to show me.
"I could see it was made of bronze but didn't realise how old it was until we got home and searched the Internet for clues.
"We were very lucky - some people with metal detectors can spend a lifetime searching and never find anything like that.
"I don't believe it's worth a lot of money but it's an old and rare artefact which is in incredibly good condition.
"Ava has since studied Bronze Age history and has shown me how it was made. She's showing a keen interest in history and metal detecting."
Tony has reported the discovery to Dorset's Finds Liaison Officer, Ciorstaidh Hayward Trevarthen.
He has received a letter which says: "I will circulate the images to my colleagues and get back to you with more information, but you are broadly correct in the identification you already have.
"From the location you have given it may relate to a hoard of axes reported in 2011, some of which are very similar to your example.
"I will ask the Treasure Registrar at the British Museum for advice and let you know what we will need to do next."


thedailyecho--2020-03-01--M3 shut as hundreds of litres of diesel spill on to carriageway

A Hampshire motorway has been closed this morning after a serious crash .
Emergency services have closed the M3 after the accident involving the lorry in the early hours of this morning .
The accident happened when a lorry suffered a serious break down between junctions 10 and 9 .
According to the Highways Agency the drive shaft had fallen from the vehicle and ruptured its fuel tank .
As a result 600 litres of diesel spilled across the carriageway .
The agency added that as a result another vehicle collided with the the drive shaft .
The road has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which should take `` several hours '' .
The organisation says that diversions are in place and that drivers should follow the black diamond symbol .
Motorists should leave the M3 at junction 10 and take the third exit from the roundabout on to the A31 .
At the next roundabout they should take the second exit to continue north to the roundabout with the A272 .
Motorists should take the first exit and continue north to the M3 at junction nine to rejoin the motorway .
The Highways Agency said they had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ today , however work is still ongoing and the road is still closed .
The road will remain closed until later this evening .

Emergency services have closed the M3 after the accident involving the lorry in the early hours of this morning.
The accident happened when a lorry suffered a serious break down between junctions 10 and 9.
According to the Highways Agency the drive shaft had fallen from the vehicle and ruptured its fuel tank.
As a result 600 litres of diesel spilled across the carriageway.
The agency added that as a result another vehicle collided with the the drive shaft.
The road has now closed for the clear up operation which should take "several hours".
The organisation says that diversions are in place and that drivers should follow the black diamond symbol.
Motorists should leave the M3 at junction 10 and take the third exit from the roundabout on to the A31.
At the next roundabout they should take the second exit to continue north to the roundabout with the A272.
Motorists should take the first exit and continue north to the M3 at junction nine to rejoin the motorway.
The Highways Agency said they had expected to reopen the motorway at 1pm today, however work is still ongoing and the road is still closed.
The road will remain closed until later this evening.


thedailyecho--2020-03-01--Thousands of Southampton residents at risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes, figures reveal

THOUSANDS of people in Southampton are at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes – the highest number on record .
NHS chief executive Simon Stevens says “ our bulging waistlines ” mean 2 million people across England are now in danger of suffering from the “ largely preventable ” disease .
NHS Digital data shows that 5,035 people registered with a GP in the NHS Southampton CCG area last year had non-diabetic hyperglycaemia .
Those with NDH have high blood sugar levels , and are at greater risk of developing Type 2 diabetes .
The figures cover those registered at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ National Diabetes Audit , which aims to improve services for the condition , between January and September last year .
When the NHS first published the figures for those with NDH in 2017-18 , there were 4,005 in the Southampton CCG area .
Across England , almost 2 million people were flagged as having it last year – the highest number on record and well above the 1.3 million recorded in 2017-18 .
NHS England declined to comment on the exact reasons behind the sharp increase .
Referring to the latest figures , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ waistlines mean 2 million people are now at risk of joining the expanding ranks of those living with largely preventable Type 2 diabetes.
” He said the NHS ’ s diabetes prevention programme was helping people take control of their own health , adding : “ But unless many more of us make a change , obesity-related illnesses will end up costing hundreds of thousands more lives and billions of pounds in higher treatment costs.
” In Southampton , 5.6 % of those recorded as having non-diabetic hyperglycaemia were under 40 – just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the country .
Jonathan Valabhji , the NHS ’ s national clinical director for obesity and diabetes , said the “ stark figures show it is wrong to think that the obesity and diabetes crisis is limited to those in middle and old age ” .
According to NHS England , around nine in 10 people with diabetes have Type 2 , and there were more than a million obesity diagnoses in hospital admissions last year .
Projections show the growing number of people with diabetes could result in nearly 39,000 extra people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and more than 50,000 experiencing a stroke , the health service added .
A Southampton CCG spokesperson said it had increased work on diabetes with local GP practices in recent years .
The spokesperson added : “ Diabetes prevention is a priority for NHS Southampton City CCG and will continue to be under the new five year health and care strategy for the city .
”

NHS chief executive Simon Stevens says “our bulging waistlines” mean 2 million people across England are now in danger of suffering from the “largely preventable” disease.
NHS Digital data shows that 5,035 people registered with a GP in the NHS Southampton CCG area last year had non-diabetic hyperglycaemia.
Those with NDH have high blood sugar levels, and are at greater risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
The figures cover those registered at a GP practice who participated in the National Diabetes Audit, which aims to improve services for the condition, between January and September last year.
When the NHS first published the figures for those with NDH in 2017-18, there were 4,005 in the Southampton CCG area.
Across England, almost 2 million people were flagged as having it last year – the highest number on record and well above the 1.3 million recorded in 2017-18.
NHS England declined to comment on the exact reasons behind the sharp increase.
Referring to the latest figures, Mr Stevens said: “Our bulging waistlines mean 2 million people are now at risk of joining the expanding ranks of those living with largely preventable Type 2 diabetes.”
He said the NHS’s diabetes prevention programme was helping people take control of their own health, adding: “But unless many more of us make a change, obesity-related illnesses will end up costing hundreds of thousands more lives and billions of pounds in higher treatment costs.”
In Southampton, 5.6% of those recorded as having non-diabetic hyperglycaemia were under 40 – just above the average of 5.3% across the country.
Jonathan Valabhji, the NHS’s national clinical director for obesity and diabetes, said the “stark figures show it is wrong to think that the obesity and diabetes crisis is limited to those in middle and old age”.
According to NHS England, around nine in 10 people with diabetes have Type 2, and there were more than a million obesity diagnoses in hospital admissions last year.
Projections show the growing number of people with diabetes could result in nearly 39,000 extra people suffering a heart attack in 2035, and more than 50,000 experiencing a stroke, the health service added.
A Southampton CCG spokesperson said it had increased work on diabetes with local GP practices in recent years.
The spokesperson added: “Diabetes prevention is a priority for NHS Southampton City CCG and will continue to be under the new five year health and care strategy for the city.”


thedailyecho--2020-03-01--The Golden Pond in Southampton given zero food hygiene rating

A SOUTHAMPTON takeaway restaurant has been slammed by a public health watchdog and given the worst hygiene rating possible .
The Golden Pond has received a zero out of five-star score following an inspection by environmental health chiefs .
This score means urgent improvements to hygiene standards are necessary at its Coxford Road premises .
• The 23 of the latest food hygiene ratings across Southampton , Eastleigh , New Forest , Romsey , Winchester and Fareham Inspectors found there were no written and few practical steps in place to ensure foods were safe for human consumption or produced in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ only hand wash basin in the kitchen was full of gloves and could not be used and that there was no soap or hand drying towel .
Paint was flaking from the ceiling risking contamination food which was left out uncovered .
Meanwhile the floor needed a “ thorough clean ” and staff were not wearing appropriate clothing .
Inspectors from the environmental health partnership of Southampton City Council undertook the visit on January 17 .
The Chinese restaurant holds a three-and-a-half out of five-star rating on Google reviews .
One contributor wrote @ @ @ @ @ @ @ made with what was like dirty water , vegetables really slimy .
We ’ ve always bought from here but don ’ t think and have always been good.
” The inspectors urged the management of the Golden Pond to carry out a deep clean and gave a formal notice .
A council spokesperson said : “ A business which is given a zero rating must make urgent improvements to hygiene standards .
`` The environmental health officer has several options available as well as giving advice and guidance to make sure these @ @ @ @ @ @ @ served the operator of the Golden Pond with a hygiene improvement notice , and will revisit the premises to ensure that improvements are made to comply with the law.
” The Daily Echo has attempted to contact Golden Pond for comment .
• The 23 of the latest food hygiene ratings across Southampton , Eastleigh , New Forest , Romsey , Winchester and Fareham

The Golden Pond has received a zero out of five-star score following an inspection by environmental health chiefs.
This score means urgent improvements to hygiene standards are necessary at its Coxford Road premises.
The 23 of the latest food hygiene ratings across Southampton, Eastleigh, New Forest, Romsey, Winchester and Fareham
Inspectors found there were no written and few practical steps in place to ensure foods were safe for human consumption or produced in a clean environment.
They found the only hand wash basin in the kitchen was full of gloves and could not be used and that there was no soap or hand drying towel.
Paint was flaking from the ceiling risking contamination food which was left out uncovered.
Meanwhile the floor needed a “thorough clean” and staff were not wearing appropriate clothing.
Inspectors from the environmental health partnership of Southampton City Council undertook the visit on January 17.
The Chinese restaurant holds a three-and-a-half out of five-star rating on Google reviews.
One contributor wrote: “Chow mien absolutely disgusting, made with what was like dirty water, vegetables really slimy. We’ve always bought from here but don’t think and have always been good.”
The inspectors urged the management of the Golden Pond to carry out a deep clean and gave a formal notice.
A council spokesperson said: “A business which is given a zero rating must make urgent improvements to hygiene standards.
"The environmental health officer has several options available as well as giving advice and guidance to make sure these improvements are made.
"The officer served the operator of the Golden Pond with a hygiene improvement notice, and will revisit the premises to ensure that improvements are made to comply with the law.”
The Daily Echo has attempted to contact Golden Pond for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-03-01--Fareham woman jailed for stealing £35 in goods from Morrisons store, Gosport High Street

A FAREHAM woman has been jailed for stealing from a Morrisons store .
Police stopped Maxine Anthony , of Gosport @ @ @ @ @ she tried to leave the store without paying for around £35 in goods .
Officers @ @ @ @ @ Gosport High Street to make enquiries into an unrelated matter .
The incident took place @ @ @ @ @ 23 February .
The 29-year-old was arrested and charged with theft .
PC Jonathan Needham @ @ @ @ @ guard asked her for receipts , but she denied having any ‘ shopping ’ even @ @ @ @ @ out on to the floor .
“ Maxine Anthony is a prolific thief and was @ @ @ @ @ Anthony appeared at Portsmouth Magistrates ’ Court on Tuesday February 25 , where she was @ @ @ @ @ She was already subject to a conditional discharge having committed similar offences in the past @

Police stopped Maxine Anthony, of Gosport Road, Fareham, as she tried to leave the store without paying for around £35 in goods.
Officers were visiting the store on Gosport High Street to make enquiries into an unrelated matter.
The incident took place at around 3.30pm on Sunday 23 February.
The 29-year-old was arrested and charged with theft.
PC Jonathan Needham said: “A security guard asked her for receipts, but she denied having any ‘shopping’ even as stolen items were falling out on to the floor.
“Maxine Anthony is a prolific thief and was arrested at the scene.”
Anthony appeared at Portsmouth Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday February 25, where she was jailed for 28 days.
She was already subject to a conditional discharge having committed similar offences in the past.


thedailyecho--2020-03-01--ARCHIVE PIC OF THE DAY: Meet Snoopy the sealion from Southampton Zoo

ALTHOUGH most of us curse the winter weather , there was one creature in 1980 that could n't get enough @ @ @ @ @ the sealion from Southampton Zoo liked nothing more than a nice cold dip followed by @ @ @ @ @ .
Snoopy was pictured here in January 1980 with attendant Sally Yeoman 's .
The @ @ @ @ @ but towards the end was dogged by controversy as the growing animal rights movement and @ @ @ @ @ the attraction ’ s closure .
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Snoopy the sealion from Southampton Zoo liked nothing more than a nice cold dip followed by a light lunch of fish.
Snoopy was pictured here in January 1980 with attendant Sally Yeoman's.
The zoo continued until 1985, but towards the end was dogged by controversy as the growing animal rights movement and local pressure groups campaigned for the attraction’s closure.
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thedailyecho--2020-03-01--How to tell if you have a hedgehog in your garden

ROUND brown and famously covered in spines , one the UK ’ s most familiar mammals will be waking up soon .
You may start to spot hedgehogs waddling about in parks and gardens , where bushes and hedges provide the perfect daytime getaway .
They also like insect-rich lawns and flowerbeds , which make excellent feeding grounds at dusk .
Hedgehogs eat all kinds of invertebrates , as well as amphibians , birds ’ eggs and anything else they can catch .
They particularly like big , crunchy beetles , earthworms and slugs , making them a gardener ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up to two miles in one night in search of food and are often fleeting visitors .
If you think you might have had a hedgehog in the garden but aren ’ t sure , there are a few tell-tale tracks and signs to look out for .
Keep your eyes peeled for small footprints on the ground .
Hedgehog ’ s footprints can be mistaken for those of other mammals , so be sure to count the claw marks ; there will be five as opposed to the four claw marks of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Other giveaways include small , dome-shaped bundles of leaves under shrubs and hedges , which indicate a hedgehog nest .
You may also hear hedgehogs .
They grunt and snort like little pigs , which is almost certainly the root of their name .
There are some simple ways to make your garden more attractive to hedgehogs , like making a log or leaf pile , letting grass grow a little wilder , and leaving plenty of fallen leaves in autumn for their nesting material .
You could also get together with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your street .
By making holes in your fences or digging channels beneath garden boundaries , you will help hedgehogs on their nightly travels .
For more information on how to create a hedgehog hole , visit hiwwt.org.uk/actions .

You may start to spot hedgehogs waddling about in parks and gardens, where bushes and hedges provide the perfect daytime getaway.
They also like insect-rich lawns and flowerbeds, which make excellent feeding grounds at dusk.
Hedgehogs eat all kinds of invertebrates, as well as amphibians, birds’ eggs and anything else they can catch. They particularly like big, crunchy beetles, earthworms and slugs, making them a gardener’s best friend.
Hedgehogs will travel up to two miles in one night in search of food and are often fleeting visitors.
If you think you might have had a hedgehog in the garden but aren’t sure, there are a few tell-tale tracks and signs to look out for.
Keep your eyes peeled for small footprints on the ground. Hedgehog’s footprints can be mistaken for those of other mammals, so be sure to count the claw marks; there will be five as opposed to the four claw marks of other species like rats and grey squirrels.
Other giveaways include small, dome-shaped bundles of leaves under shrubs and hedges, which indicate a hedgehog nest. You may also hear hedgehogs. They grunt and snort like little pigs, which is almost certainly the root of their name.
There are some simple ways to make your garden more attractive to hedgehogs, like making a log or leaf pile, letting grass grow a little wilder, and leaving plenty of fallen leaves in autumn for their nesting material.
You could also get together with your neighbours to connect the gardens in your street. By making holes in your fences or digging channels beneath garden boundaries, you will help hedgehogs on their nightly travels.
For more information on how to create a hedgehog hole, visit hiwwt.org.uk/actions.


thedailyecho--2020-03-01--Shine Performing Arts students attend film premiere at Hanger Farm Arts centre in Totton

IT WAS the moment a Hampshire town enjoyed an evening of Hollywood-style glamour .
Young drama students were given the red carpet treatment when they went to Hanger Farm Arts Centre in Totton to attend the Shine Performing Arts film premiere and awards evening .
They arrived in a luxury car provided by New Forest Limousines and were applauded by friends and family as they walked into the building .
A screening session featured two episodes of the TV series The Furzey Fairies - The Lost Wand , written by Sam Churn , and Time to Choose , which was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of another television series , Hartington Keep were also shown .
Filmed at Palace House , Beaulieu , ancestral home of the Montagu family , the episodes featured stories and characters devised by the children themselves .
The Portal , also written by Ellen Causey , featured all the children in the Bitterne class and reflected the triumph of good over evil , with an array of special effects provided by Shine ’ s cameraman , Colin Osborne .
Similar effects also featured in the Redbridge group 's offering , The Curse , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ final element of the viewing session provided plenty of comedy , with most of the children appearing in their version of a catalogue show called The Two Show , which was filmed with the assistance of students at Solent University , Southampton .
Two assistant teachers , Madison Bell and Mollie Knight , presented each child with a certificate highlighting the areas in which they had excelled .
Awards for best actor and best progress were also given out at the Oscar-style event .
Shine Performing Arts , which was started by June @ @ @ @ @ @ @ aspects of drama , has classes in Bitterne , Hythe , Southampton and Totton for children aged five to18 .
Parents interested in enrolling their children can email june @ shineperformingarts.net or call 07887 731155 .

Young drama students were given the red carpet treatment when they went to Hanger Farm Arts Centre in Totton to attend the Shine Performing Arts film premiere and awards evening.
They arrived in a luxury car provided by New Forest Limousines and were applauded by friends and family as they walked into the building.
A screening session featured two episodes of the TV series The Furzey Fairies - The Lost Wand, written by Sam Churn, and Time to Choose, which was penned by Ellen Causey.
Two episodes of another television series, Hartington Keep were also shown.
Filmed at Palace House, Beaulieu, ancestral home of the Montagu family, the episodes featured stories and characters devised by the children themselves.
The Portal, also written by Ellen Causey, featured all the children in the Bitterne class and reflected the triumph of good over evil, with an array of special effects provided by Shine’s cameraman, Colin Osborne.
Similar effects also featured in the Redbridge group's offering, The Curse, which finished on a cliffhanger.
The final element of the viewing session provided plenty of comedy, with most of the children appearing in their version of a catalogue show called The Two Show, which was filmed with the assistance of students at Solent University, Southampton.
Two assistant teachers, Madison Bell and Mollie Knight, presented each child with a certificate highlighting the areas in which they had excelled.
Awards for best actor and best progress were also given out at the Oscar-style event.
Shine Performing Arts, which was started by June Young in 2018 and focuses on all aspects of drama, has classes in Bitterne, Hythe, Southampton and Totton for children aged five to18.
Parents interested in enrolling their children can email june@shineperformingarts.net or call 07887 731155.


thedailyecho--2020-03-01--PHOTOS: Girls' football teams at soccer tournament in 2000

THE Daily Echo held a six-a-side soccer tournament in March 2000 , and these are some of the teams that @ @ @ @ @ consistent with the pics – they all include the girl ; s teams each were @ @ @ @ @ Lundekvam and Kevin Gibbens .
Saints finished in 15th place that season , the final @ @ @ @ @ over Wimbledon which resulted in The Crazy Gang ’ s relegation to Division One .
@ @ @ @ @ United sealed their sixth Premier League victory in eight seasons with a 3-1 against Southampton @

Two things consistent with the pics – they all include the girl;s teams each were snapped with Saints players Claus Lundekvam and Kevin Gibbens.
Saints finished in 15th place that season, the final match being a 2-0 win over Wimbledon which resulted in The Crazy Gang’s relegation to Division One.
On April 22, Manchester United sealed their sixth Premier League victory in eight seasons with a 3-1 against Southampton.


thedailyecho--2020-03-01--PHOTOS: La Sainte Union’s centenary year in 1980

THIS year we celebrate the 140th anniversary of the sisters of La Sainte Union ’ s arrival in Southampton .
@ @ @ @ @ the centenary year in 1980 and include an open-air mass which was held in the @ @ @ @ @ off The Avenue .
The sisters founded a Convent High School on the site in @ @ @ @ @ college and St Anne ’ s School were also built on the campus .

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thedailyecho--2020-03-01--How to get paid £50 an hour to be a wedding fair tester

IF you spend your days daydreaming over white dresses , wedding bells and centre pieces , we might have found the perfect role for you .
An online exhibition platform is looking to hire one wedding obsessed individual to become a so-called ‘ Wedding Fair Tester ’ .
The successful candidate will be paid £50 per hour , as well as expenses , to travel around the UK and review wedding fairs across England , Wales and Scotland .
The individual selected will be required to attend up to 20 wedding exhibitions from next month until the end of September @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fair .
The role requires each review to be up to 1,000 words long , include good quality photographs , and contain various pricing details .
Each one must be submitted digitally , a week after attending each event .
Recruiting company , Expocart , says this role is suitable for those who are easily flexible , as the successful candidate must be available to attend a different fair most weekends , with an occasional mid-week requirement .
The job advert states that applicants must be over the age of 18 and have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ must also be fluent in English and have good writing and literacy skills .
The successful wedding fair tester will have their travel expenses paid for , along with any accommodation needed ahead of attending any fairs .
They will be paid to spend three hours at each event and will be given spending money in order to test everything available .
The brand says that after several years in the wedding exhibition and event business , it wants to expand its work in the sector to provide new , popular services which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 12 months .
The reviews given by the selected tester will act as invaluable research for the company , to see what is currently offered to vendors and customers at expos across the UK .
If this sounds like your dream job , you can apply here .
Applications close on Monday 9 March 2020 .

An online exhibition platform is looking to hire one wedding obsessed individual to become a so-called ‘Wedding Fair Tester’.
The successful candidate will be paid £50 per hour, as well as expenses, to travel around the UK and review wedding fairs across England, Wales and Scotland.
What's the job?
The individual selected will be required to attend up to 20 wedding exhibitions from next month until the end of September 2020, submitting detailed reviews of each fair.
The role requires each review to be up to 1,000 words long, include good quality photographs, and contain various pricing details. Each one must be submitted digitally ,a week after attending each event.
Recruiting company, Expocart, says this role is suitable for those who are easily flexible, as the successful candidate must be available to attend a different fair most weekends, with an occasional mid-week requirement.
The job advert states that applicants must be over the age of 18 and have a full UK driving licence. Candidates must also be fluent in English and have good writing and literacy skills.
The successful wedding fair tester will have their travel expenses paid for, along with any accommodation needed ahead of attending any fairs. They will be paid to spend three hours at each event and will be given spending money in order to test everything available.
How to apply
The brand says that after several years in the wedding exhibition and event business, it wants to expand its work in the sector to provide new, popular services which have only become available in the last 12 months.
The reviews given by the selected tester will act as invaluable research for the company, to see what is currently offered to vendors and customers at expos across the UK.
If this sounds like your dream job, you can apply here. Applications close on Monday 9 March 2020.


thedailyecho--2020-03-01--PHOTOS: David Lloyd Ringwood 5k road in 2000

Nearly 200 runners put their best foot forward in the David Lloyd Ringwood 5k road race on March 5 , @ @ @ @ @ to make do with second place after getting caught up at the back of the @ @ @ @ @ himself too much to do and eventually finished ten seconds behind winner Rod Leach .


thedailyecho--2020-03-01--Gardening: How to create your own wellbeing corner

As focus on the wellbeing benefits of plants and nature grows , RHS scientist Alistair Griffiths talks to Hannah Stephenson about mindfulness corners .
RHS director of science , Professor Alistair Griffiths has done a lot of research into wellbeing and gardens .
Now , he 's teamed up with award-winning garden designer Matt Keightley to help more of us dig into these benefits with a new book , RHS Your Wellbeing Garden , in which the pair offer a range of ideas for using greenery and gardens to distract from the stresses of life , whether it be butterflies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ plants .
`` I hope this book will say , 'Listen people , you are part of nature ' , '' Griffiths explains .
`` We 've done lots of work into how we look after birds and bees , but we have n't really looked at what a garden means for our own health . ''
There 's lots of evidence that being in nature is good for us - so why not create spaces specifically for this purpose ?
The idea is to create a peaceful corner , surrounded by plants @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
A fan of checking in for a `` body health check '' , Griffiths suggests : `` Breathe more deeply and think about the different parts of your body and working through them to check your health status , surrounded by nature .
`` It 's about being in the present , backed by evidence which shows that if you spend a little bit of time just stopping and thinking about yourself and how you are feeling , it helps to be surrounded by the right elements of your natural habitat .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ living closer to green space had lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol than those living further away , he adds .
`` There 's a worry that we 'll get 'Nature Deficit Disorder ' , where the less nature we have within our habitat has a negative effect on our anxiety and stress , '' says Griffiths .
Curious to 'grow ' some nature-inspired wellbeing or create a garden mindfulness corner of your own ?
Read on for Griffiths ' top tips ... What should you include ?
`` Key elements of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are relevant to a mindfulness corner , which is trying to create a refuge but with an ability to view outside of that , '' says Griffiths .
Where do you start ?
`` Create an area of seating where you can sit alone , or with friends and family , '' he suggests .
Try to make room for plants which attract butterflies , bees and wildlife to distract you from everyday life .
`` Even on a balcony , if you can look at your wider view and see a wider @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' adds Griffiths .
`` If there are trees in the city you can help to create a design to picture-frame that bit , like a window to nature . ''
It 's good to have an element of water , where you have the ability to see and hear the water and look at its reflectiveness , he advises .
And if you only have a balcony , or no outdoor space at all ?
`` Bring nature indoors , '' says Griffiths .
`` You can make a mindfulness corner in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spaces , which will be more critical in relation to the future .
Interior green walls are developing , which are becoming quite easy to maintain .
`` In my house , I have a couple of nice palms in self-watering containers and some ferns in a corner .
They sit in my office along with asparagus ferns along my windowsill .
The greenery connects to the wider landscape .
Even just having a couple of plants is the first connection people have with nature . ''
`` Scent is critical , '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are fragrant .
There 's scientific evidence linking lavender to calm and sleep .
The beauty of lavender is that it attracts bees and other distractions [ too ] . ''
`` In the RHS Wellbeing Garden at Wisley , we 've looked at the psychology of colour and how its hues have an impact on us emotionally , but what seems to have more of an impact is the intensity of that colour .
The brighter the colours , the more impact they have on our emotions , '' Griffiths explains .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to surround yourself with different types of greens , because green is a colour that seems to be universally liked by people across the world , as is blue .
`` When you add water to the scene , it gives you the blues and the greens .
They are commonly thought of as calming colours , linking nature , water and the sky , the things that give us life . ''
`` Even if you live in a high-rise flats , have bird feeders .
Bees also get up there and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ things that attract wildlife is a key aspect , '' says Griffiths .
Just as you 're thinking about sounds and scents , touch is another of the senses that can be tapped into .
`` Include plants around touch , such as soft ornamental grasses , the sort of plants that you want to run your hand through when you walk past , '' suggests Griffiths .
`` Again , it 's about the connection with nature . ''
Keep it relatively simple and opt for plants you 'll be able to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to grow plants for success can boost self-esteem .
For example , put strawberries in your mindfulness corner to attract wildlife , he suggests , and you are almost guaranteed a crop in your first year - and you get to taste the fruits of your labour .
RHS Your Wellbeing Garden by Alistair Griffiths and Matt Keightley is published by Dorling Kindersley , priced £16.99 .
Available now .

RHS director of science, Professor Alistair Griffiths has done a lot of research into wellbeing and gardens.
Now, he's teamed up with award-winning garden designer Matt Keightley to help more of us dig into these benefits with a new book, RHS Your Wellbeing Garden, in which the pair offer a range of ideas for using greenery and gardens to distract from the stresses of life, whether it be butterflies, birdsong, or sensory and scented plants.
"I hope this book will say, 'Listen people, you are part of nature'," Griffiths explains. "We've done lots of work into how we look after birds and bees, but we haven't really looked at what a garden means for our own health."
There's lots of evidence that being in nature is good for us - so why not create spaces specifically for this purpose? The idea is to create a peaceful corner, surrounded by plants, where you can practice some mindfulness.
A fan of checking in for a "body health check", Griffiths suggests: "Breathe more deeply and think about the different parts of your body and working through them to check your health status, surrounded by nature.
"It's about being in the present, backed by evidence which shows that if you spend a little bit of time just stopping and thinking about yourself and how you are feeling, it helps to be surrounded by the right elements of your natural habitat."
Researchers in Edinburgh also found people living closer to green space had lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol than those living further away, he adds.
"There's a worry that we'll get 'Nature Deficit Disorder', where the less nature we have within our habitat has a negative effect on our anxiety and stress," says Griffiths.
Curious to 'grow' some nature-inspired wellbeing or create a garden mindfulness corner of your own? Read on for Griffiths' top tips...
What should you include?
"Key elements of life, like shelter and water, are relevant to a mindfulness corner, which is trying to create a refuge but with an ability to view outside of that," says Griffiths.
Where do you start?
"Create an area of seating where you can sit alone, or with friends and family," he suggests. Try to make room for plants which attract butterflies, bees and wildlife to distract you from everyday life.
"Even on a balcony, if you can look at your wider view and see a wider part of nature. Picture-frame those," adds Griffiths. "If there are trees in the city you can help to create a design to picture-frame that bit, like a window to nature."
Think about water
It's good to have an element of water, where you have the ability to see and hear the water and look at its reflectiveness, he advises.
And if you only have a balcony, or no outdoor space at all?
"Bring nature indoors," says Griffiths. "You can make a mindfulness corner in your house, bringing greenery into those spaces, which will be more critical in relation to the future. Interior green walls are developing, which are becoming quite easy to maintain.
"In my house, I have a couple of nice palms in self-watering containers and some ferns in a corner. They sit in my office along with asparagus ferns along my windowsill. The greenery connects to the wider landscape. Even just having a couple of plants is the first connection people have with nature."
Focus on fragrance
"Scent is critical," says Griffiths. "Choose things which are fragrant. There's scientific evidence linking lavender to calm and sleep. The beauty of lavender is that it attracts bees and other distractions [too]."
Consider colour
"In the RHS Wellbeing Garden at Wisley, we've looked at the psychology of colour and how its hues have an impact on us emotionally, but what seems to have more of an impact is the intensity of that colour. The brighter the colours, the more impact they have on our emotions," Griffiths explains.
"A mindfulness corner is about trying to surround yourself with different types of greens, because green is a colour that seems to be universally liked by people across the world, as is blue.
"When you add water to the scene, it gives you the blues and the greens. They are commonly thought of as calming colours, linking nature, water and the sky, the things that give us life."
Wildlife is important
"Even if you live in a high-rise flats, have bird feeders. Bees also get up there and other wildlife will find it. Having things that attract wildlife is a key aspect," says Griffiths.
Have elements of touch
Just as you're thinking about sounds and scents, touch is another of the senses that can be tapped into. "Include plants around touch, such as soft ornamental grasses, the sort of plants that you want to run your hand through when you walk past," suggests Griffiths. "Again, it's about the connection with nature."
Don't over-complicate things
Keep it relatively simple and opt for plants you'll be able to care for. Griffiths notes that aiming to grow plants for success can boost self-esteem.
For example, put strawberries in your mindfulness corner to attract wildlife, he suggests, and you are almost guaranteed a crop in your first year - and you get to taste the fruits of your labour.
RHS Your Wellbeing Garden by Alistair Griffiths and Matt Keightley is published by Dorling Kindersley, priced £16.99. Available now.


thedailyecho--2020-03-01--Travel: Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill is surely one of the city's finest

FIGHT your way through the traffic of the West End or through the crowds on the tube , whatever the cost may be , and surrender yourself to the luxurious Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill .
I apologise for misquoting the great wartime leader , but I must draw on Sir Winston for inspiration as he is a major influence at this 5-star Marylebone hotel , part of Hyatt 's flagship brand , overlooking Portman Square and a stone 's throw from bustling Oxford Street and the Marble Arch end of Hyde Park .
It 's time to treat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and live like Churchill , if only for a bit .
I suppose if you are going to base your luxury hotel on someone , you ca n't go too far wrong with the man who led us to victory in the Second World War and helped saved us from the Nazis , while also being a canny politician and purveyor of great witticisms .
There is no connection as such ( it opened a few years after he died ) , rather than the hotel has chosen to 'honour ' Churchill and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decor and facilities , by his 'classic British style ' , and with subtle nods to his life and legacy .
I hope Churchill wo n't mind me saying the hotel is n't much to look at from the outside , although the pillared frontage at the entrance gives some indication of the grandiose style within .
Approaching on foot ( well , we ca n't all arrive in chauffeur-driven limousines ) you walk past Portman Square – private access for residents only including hotel guests where there is a tennis court , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ road and walk past the dedicated fleet of taxis waiting outside ready to whisk guests off around the city , under the roof of the grand entrance area , past the top-hatted doorman and through gold revolving doors .
It 's an impressive entrance , and you know you 've arrived somewhere special - you step into a spacious lobby full of glass , marble pillars , chandeliers and elegant paintings on the walls , and you 're greeted by smiling staff who want to help you .
The 440 sophisticated guestrooms and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ British design .
You can settle into a comfortable room complete with a very comfy bed , 42 ” flat-screen HDTV , spacious work desk , and luxury bath products .
Now I 'm not one to question Churchill 's bathroom habits but I do wonder whether the high-tech toilet found in all rooms is something he was used too .
This is a contraption which has a heated seat and can sprinkle a little jet of water at your derrière ( position and strength can be altered ) ; it 's quite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's secret of success – a lightly sprinkled and warm bottom ready to set him up to tackle the affairs of the day .
I must say it did n't inspire me to give a great speech , rather just contemplate a luxurious style of living .
Dining here is everything you would expect at a top-class hotel .
Before our evening meal we had a cocktail at the very stylish Churchill Bar & Terrace which has an Art Deco-inspired décor and is inspired by Churchill and his wife Clementine .
Here you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , The Gardener , The Bon Vivant , etc , or sample fine wines , premium spirits , and all the classics , in a glamorous setting .
There is a luxe décor , bookshelves curated by Daunt Books and original photographs and love letters adorning the walls .
Outside , guests can dine alfresco amid a life-size bronze of a young Churchill as they snuggle up on the heated terrace .
You can also purchase a selection of cigars , supplied by the UK ’ s leading Cuban cigar importer Hunters & @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's Montagu Kitchen , a restaurant with a design inspired by the gardens at Chartwell – Churchill 's private home in Kent .
The team serve seasonal food using local suppliers and fresh British produce , which 'aims to reconnect diners with nature through simple dishes that bring a little bit of the gardens at Chartwell to the city ' .
Mains include Dingley Dell Pork Belly , North Atlantic Halibut , and Grilled Portobello mushroom with Isle of Avalon cheese and crispy shallots ( my choice – exquisite ) .
I could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ visiting this luxurious hotel , surely one one London 's finest .
And as the great man once said , ' I am a man of simple tastes ; I am easily satisfied with the best . '
Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill located in the heart of London ’ s West End , offers a full range of services tailored to serve the needs of business and leisure travellers alike .
Dining options include seasonal British dishes at The Montagu Kitchen , snacks and cocktails at award-winning Churchill Bar & Terrace @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Rooms from £359 ( based on a double room ) .
For more information and to book visit hyattregencylondon.com

I apologise for misquoting the great wartime leader, but I must draw on Sir Winston for inspiration as he is a major influence at this 5-star Marylebone hotel, part of Hyatt's flagship brand, overlooking Portman Square and a stone's throw from bustling Oxford Street and the Marble Arch end of Hyde Park. It's time to treat yourself and head to our great capital and live like Churchill, if only for a bit.
I suppose if you are going to base your luxury hotel on someone, you can't go too far wrong with the man who led us to victory in the Second World War and helped saved us from the Nazis, while also being a canny politician and purveyor of great witticisms.
There is no connection as such (it opened a few years after he died), rather than the hotel has chosen to 'honour' Churchill and is influenced, in its dining, decor and facilities, by his 'classic British style', and with subtle nods to his life and legacy.
I hope Churchill won't mind me saying the hotel isn't much to look at from the outside, although the pillared frontage at the entrance gives some indication of the grandiose style within. Approaching on foot (well, we can't all arrive in chauffeur-driven limousines) you walk past Portman Square – private access for residents only including hotel guests where there is a tennis court, playground and jogging track – cross the road and walk past the dedicated fleet of taxis waiting outside ready to whisk guests off around the city, under the roof of the grand entrance area, past the top-hatted doorman and through gold revolving doors.
It's an impressive entrance, and you know you've arrived somewhere special - you step into a spacious lobby full of glass, marble pillars, chandeliers and elegant paintings on the walls, and you're greeted by smiling staff who want to help you.
The 440 sophisticated guestrooms and suites feature deluxe amenities and a quintessentially British design. You can settle into a comfortable room complete with a very comfy bed, 42” flat-screen HDTV, spacious work desk, and luxury bath products.
Now I'm not one to question Churchill's bathroom habits but I do wonder whether the high-tech toilet found in all rooms is something he was used too. This is a contraption which has a heated seat and can sprinkle a little jet of water at your derrière (position and strength can be altered); it's quite a machine. Maybe this was Churchill's secret of success – a lightly sprinkled and warm bottom ready to set him up to tackle the affairs of the day. I must say it didn't inspire me to give a great speech, rather just contemplate a luxurious style of living.
Dining here is everything you would expect at a top-class hotel. Before our evening meal we had a cocktail at the very stylish Churchill Bar & Terrace which has an Art Deco-inspired décor and is inspired by Churchill and his wife Clementine. Here you can sip award-winning craft cocktails The Lover, The Gardener, The Bon Vivant, etc, or sample fine wines, premium spirits, and all the classics, in a glamorous setting. There is a luxe décor, bookshelves curated by Daunt Books and original photographs and love letters adorning the walls. Outside, guests can dine alfresco amid a life-size bronze of a young Churchill as they snuggle up on the heated terrace. You can also purchase a selection of cigars, supplied by the UK’s leading Cuban cigar importer Hunters & Frankau.
We dined at the hotel's Montagu Kitchen, a restaurant with a design inspired by the gardens at Chartwell – Churchill's private home in Kent. The team serve seasonal food using local suppliers and fresh British produce, which 'aims to reconnect diners with nature through simple dishes that bring a little bit of the gardens at Chartwell to the city'. Mains include Dingley Dell Pork Belly, North Atlantic Halibut, and Grilled Portobello mushroom with Isle of Avalon cheese and crispy shallots (my choice – exquisite).
I couldn't help feeling quite the pampered statesman visiting this luxurious hotel, surely one one London's finest.
And as the great man once said, 'I am a man of simple tastes; I am easily satisfied with the best.'
Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill located in the heart of London’s West End, offers a full range of services tailored to serve the needs of business and leisure travellers alike. Dining options include seasonal British dishes at The Montagu Kitchen, snacks and cocktails at award-winning Churchill Bar & Terrace or Michelin-starred Italian fine-dining at Locanda Locatelli. Rooms from £359 (based on a double room).
For more information and to book visit hyattregencylondon.com


thedailyecho--2020-03-01--Cineworld offers free popcorn for military wives

A UK cinema chain is offering free popcorn for military wives and partners next weekend .
The offer coincides with the opening weekend of the Military Wives film between March 6-March 8 .
It will apply to Defence Discount Service Members , who can claim a free regular popcorn valid across 101 of its cinemas in the UK and Ireland .
Members and their military wives or spouses will be given a code for a regular popcorn to share , redeemable alongside a Military Wives ticket .
The film focuses on the story of the Military Wives choir , formed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as their partners serve in Afghanistan .
Together they form the very first military wives choir , helping each other through some of life ’ s most difficult and challenging moments while becoming a media sensation and a global movement in the process .
Cineworld is running this offer to celebrate the Armed Forces Community and Veterans .
How do I redeem the offer ?
If you are a Defence Discount Service member : • Book your tickets to Military Wives for the opening weekend of the film • Request your free popcorn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • You will be supplied with a code • Take the code to the concession stand at your Cineworld cinema , along with your ticket for Military Wives , to redeem your free popcorn to share with your wife or spouse Tom Dalby , Head of Defence Discount Service said : “ We are always looking for ways to give back to the Armed Forces Community , and we are proud to be teaming up with Cineworld to recognise the amazing things that they do .
The Military Wives film will resonate with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can enjoy a little something extra .
”

The offer coincides with the opening weekend of the Military Wives film between March 6-March 8.
It will apply to Defence Discount Service Members, who can claim a free regular popcorn valid across 101 of its cinemas in the UK and Ireland.
Members and their military wives or spouses will be given a code for a regular popcorn to share, redeemable alongside a Military Wives ticket.
The film focuses on the story of the Military Wives choir, formed when a group of women come together as their partners serve in Afghanistan.
Together they form the very first military wives choir, helping each other through some of life’s most difficult and challenging moments while becoming a media sensation and a global movement in the process.
Cineworld is running this offer to celebrate the Armed Forces Community and Veterans.
How do I redeem the offer?
If you are a Defence Discount Service member:
Book your tickets to Military Wives for the opening weekend of the film
Request your free popcorn through your Defence Discount Service members account
You will be supplied with a code
Take the code to the concession stand at your Cineworld cinema, along with your ticket for Military Wives, to redeem your free popcorn to share with your wife or spouse
Claim your regular popcorn here: https://www.defencediscountservice.co.uk/offerdetails.php?cid=809
Tom Dalby, Head of Defence Discount Service said: “We are always looking for ways to give back to the Armed Forces Community, and we are proud to be teaming up with Cineworld to recognise the amazing things that they do. The Military Wives film will resonate with our audience and we hope that they can enjoy a little something extra.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-29--Coronavirus: Fred Olsen cruise ship MS Braemar turned away from Dominican Republic

A CRUISE ship which sailed from Southampton has been turned away from a Caribbean port after fears of Coronavirus .
@ @ @ @ @ Braemar operated by Fred Olsen Cruise Lines were struck down with flu-like symptoms .
The @ @ @ @ @ Southampton on December 3 was due to dock at the Port of La Romana in @ @ @ @ @ .
• Coronavirus across Southampton : Here 's everything we know so far However the @ @ @ @ @ vessel away after the captain reported passengers had symptoms including fever , cough , or @ @ @ @ @ for the cruise operator has now confirmed that all eight are feeling better .
And @ @ @ @ @ crew are , or have been , displaying symptoms that are considered to be consistent @ @ @ @ @ The cruise liner has reportedly ramped up sanitisation across its fleet as a precautionary measure @ @ @ @ @ to health questionnaires and screening measures for guests embarking and re-joining the ship from overland @ @ @ @ @ visitors .

Eight passengers travelling on MS Braemar operated by Fred Olsen Cruise Lines were struck down with flu-like symptoms.
The Braemar which set sail from Southampton on December 3 was due to dock at the Port of La Romana in the Dominican Republic on Wednesday.
However the Dominican health authority turned the vessel away after the captain reported passengers had symptoms including fever, cough, or breathing difficulties.
A spokesperson for the cruise operator has now confirmed that all eight are feeling better.
And, that no guests or crew are, or have been, displaying symptoms that are considered to be consistent with those of Coronavirus.
The cruise liner has reportedly ramped up sanitisation across its fleet as a precautionary measure.
It is also using to health questionnaires and screening measures for guests embarking and re-joining the ship from overland tours, and for ship visitors.


thedailyecho--2020-02-29--Teenager helped gang in 'terrifying' knife-point at McColl's convenience store in Southampton

A TEENAGER helped a gang of masked robbers carry out a `` terrifying '' raid at a Southampton convenience store in which the shop 's manager was held at knife-point .
Jimmy Hodgson , 18 , was part of the gang of four who arrived in a stolen vehicle before one pulled a knife and demanded the manager give them access to the store .
The gang then forced the `` frightened '' shop boss to open up the store 's safe and tobacco kiosk , before stealing nearly £9,000 worth of cash , cigarettes and tobacco .
But despite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was the only suspect to be sentenced for the robbery after his DNA was found on the stolen vehicle 's gear-stick .
Two other teenagers were found not guilty of robbery following a trial at Southampton Crown Court .
Southampton Crown Court heard how the raid took place at McColl 's on Rownhams Road , Southampton , on August 27 , 2018 .
The court heard how the manager of the store , Dave Jones , was opening up at around 6.30am when he heard a vehicle pull up nearby .
Prosecutor Rob @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was approached by four masked people .
He said : `` At first he attempted to square up to the defendants hoping they would go away , but then one produced a knife of around five inches in length and with a jagged blade .
`` Upon seeing the knife he realised he would have to allow them in . ''
The court heard that once inside , Mr Jones was ordered to open up the safe , from which around £1,000 in cash was stolen .
Mr Griffiths said the group then @ @ @ @ @ @ @ kiosk .
The group also demanded access to a cage of stored cigarettes before gaining access to the store 's main safe .
Mr Griffiths said the group made off with a total of almost £9,000 .
He added that Mr Jones was `` frightened '' during the incident because he `` did n't know if he was going to be stabbed or assaulted '' .
Hodgson was arrested in September 2018 after a raid on a BP Garage in North Baddersley and later an attempted robbery The Bellemoor Tavern on Hill Lane @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year youth detention order after pleading guilty to one count of robbery and one count of attempted robbery .
Hodgson was linked to the McColl 's robbery after his DNA from the stolen car used before and after the shop raid was found on the vehicle 's gear stick .
In mitigation , Jamie Gammon said Hodgson had been led astray by the other three robbers involved in the McColl 's raid .
He said Hodgson accepted being part of the robbery , but said he was not the person with the knife @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vehicle .
Mr Gammon added that Hodgson was 16 at the time of the robbery and was `` immature '' .
In sentencing Hodgson , who pleaded guilty to one count of robbery , Judge Christopher Parker QC said : `` Obviously this was a very frightening experience for him ( Mr Jones ) and this has longer term implications for him carrying out his role . ''
Hodgson , of HMP Feltham , London , was sentenced to three years in a young offenders institute .
Judge Parker added : `` Know @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with this kind as an adult you are likely to receive sentences stretch into double figures . ''

Jimmy Hodgson, 18, was part of the gang of four who arrived in a stolen vehicle before one pulled a knife and demanded the manager give them access to the store.
The gang then forced the "frightened" shop boss to open up the store's safe and tobacco kiosk, before stealing nearly £9,000 worth of cash, cigarettes and tobacco.
But despite CCTV showing four people robbery, Hodgson was the only suspect to be sentenced for the robbery after his DNA was found on the stolen vehicle's gear-stick.
Two other teenagers were found not guilty of robbery following a trial at Southampton Crown Court.
Police were unable to identify a fourth suspect.
Southampton Crown Court heard how the raid took place at McColl's on Rownhams Road, Southampton, on August 27, 2018.
The court heard how the manager of the store, Dave Jones, was opening up at around 6.30am when he heard a vehicle pull up nearby.
Prosecutor Rob Griffiths told the court that Mr Jones was approached by four masked people.
He said: "At first he attempted to square up to the defendants hoping they would go away, but then one produced a knife of around five inches in length and with a jagged blade.
"Upon seeing the knife he realised he would have to allow them in."
The court heard that once inside, Mr Jones was ordered to open up the safe, from which around £1,000 in cash was stolen.
Mr Griffiths said the group then stole cigarettes and tobacco from the cigarette kiosk.
The group also demanded access to a cage of stored cigarettes before gaining access to the store's main safe.
Mr Griffiths said the group made off with a total of almost £9,000.
He added that Mr Jones was "frightened" during the incident because he "didn't know if he was going to be stabbed or assaulted".
Hodgson was arrested in September 2018 after a raid on a BP Garage in North Baddersley and later an attempted robbery The Bellemoor Tavern on Hill Lane.
He was later given a three year youth detention order after pleading guilty to one count of robbery and one count of attempted robbery.
Hodgson was linked to the McColl's robbery after his DNA from the stolen car used before and after the shop raid was found on the vehicle's gear stick.
In mitigation, Jamie Gammon said Hodgson had been led astray by the other three robbers involved in the McColl's raid.
He said Hodgson accepted being part of the robbery, but said he was not the person with the knife and was the driver of the getaway vehicle.
Mr Gammon added that Hodgson was 16 at the time of the robbery and was "immature".
In sentencing Hodgson, who pleaded guilty to one count of robbery, Judge Christopher Parker QC said: "Obviously this was a very frightening experience for him (Mr Jones) and this has longer term implications for him carrying out his role."
Hodgson, of HMP Feltham, London, was sentenced to three years in a young offenders institute.
Judge Parker added: "Know if you come back to this court with this kind as an adult you are likely to receive sentences stretch into double figures."


thedailyecho--2020-02-29--Fire at property on Abbey Spring Lane in Beaulieu

AN UNATTENDED candle sparked a fire at a property in the New Forest .
Fire crews from Beaulieu , Hardly @ @ @ @ @ a fire on the first floor of a domestic property on Abbey Spring Lane , @ @ @ @ @ Crews used four breathing apparatus , one jet and two hose reels to extinguish the @ @ @ @ @ at 10.30am .
It was reported that an unattended candle caused the fire .
No @ @ @ @ @ were able to leave the scene at 12.08pm .

Fire crews from Beaulieu, Hardly and Redbridge were called to a fire on the first floor of a domestic property on Abbey Spring Lane, Beaulieu, this morning.
Crews used four breathing apparatus, one jet and two hose reels to extinguish the fire and clear the smoke at 10.30am.
It was reported that an unattended candle caused the fire.
No casualties were reported and crews were able to leave the scene at 12.08pm.


thedailyecho--2020-02-29--Flood alerts issued for part of Hampshire today

FLOOD alerts have been issued for parts of Hampshire this morning following more heavy rainfall .
The Flood Information Service ( FIS ) has said that flooding is possible in Eling , Calmore , Testwood and Romsey due to high water levels in the River Test .
Water continues to flood land and fields from Timsbury to Romsey , and at Broadlands and Testwood .
A warning has also been put in place for parts of Eastleigh and Bishopstoke due to high water levels in the Lower Itchen .
The FIS report there is also a possibility of flooding in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s Pond .
On the FIS website , a statement says : `` River levels will increase slightly in response to the rainfall over the next few days .
`` Please remain prepared for further impacts over the next five days , as river levels will rise and fall .
`` Generally water levels will be much higher than normal and minor impact flooding will continue . ''
The flood alerts were put in place yesterday for Friday and today with a total of 14mm to 19mm of rainfall forecast .
The alert @ @ @ @ @ @ @

The Flood Information Service (FIS) has said that flooding is possible in Eling, Calmore, Testwood and Romsey due to high water levels in the River Test.
Water continues to flood land and fields from Timsbury to Romsey, and at Broadlands and Testwood.
A warning has also been put in place for parts of Eastleigh and Bishopstoke due to high water levels in the Lower Itchen.
The FIS report there is also a possibility of flooding in Twyford and Hensting Lane, Fisher’s Pond.
On the FIS website, a statement says: "River levels will increase slightly in response to the rainfall over the next few days.
"Please remain prepared for further impacts over the next five days, as river levels will rise and fall.
"Generally water levels will be much higher than normal and minor impact flooding will continue."
The flood alerts were put in place yesterday for Friday and today with a total of 14mm to 19mm of rainfall forecast.
The alert will be update by 12pm tomorrow.


thedailyecho--2020-02-29--Cash box robbery outside KFC at Antelope Park, Southampton

TWO men wearing face masks threatened a security van driver with a weapon before stealing a box of cash .
Officers say the robbery took place outside KFC in Antelope Park in Thornhill , Southampton , on Thursday .
Now police are linking it to three similar incidents in Southampton in recent weeks .
It comes after police were called to reports of a robbery outside KFC in Antelope Park , Bursledon Road , yesterday between 3pm and 3.15pm .
Two men wearing face coverings and crash helmets approached a G4S driver as he made his way from KFC back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the driver with a weapon and demanded the cash box .
The two men stole the cash box from the back of the van before making off on a motorbike .
Officers are also linking this to three other cash-in-transit incidents .
The first incident took place at around 10.50am on Thursday , 6 February outside Barclays bank on Burgess Road in Southampton .
Two men on a motorcycle approached a G4S security guard outside Barclays bank and demanded the cash box .
It was handed over but was empty and the men @ @ @ @ @ @ @ making off on the motorbike .
The second incident took place around 1.50pm on Friday , February 7 , outside Southampton City College in St Mary ’ s Street .
Two men approached a G4S security guard on a motorbike and demanded the cash box .
The men grabbed the box containing a quantity of cash before making off on the motorbike .
A third incident took place just before 1.45pm on Monday , February 17 at the Tesco petrol station on West End Road .
Two men on a motorbike attempted to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ security guard as he made his way from the petrol station back to his van .
A member of the public intervened and the two men made off on the motorbike empty handed .
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said : `` If you witnessed anything suspicious or have any CCTV , dash cam footage or any information in relation to any of these incidents , please call 101 and quote 44200074930 .
`` Alternatively , people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 and leave information anonymously . ''

Officers say the robbery took place outside KFC in Antelope Park in Thornhill, Southampton, on Thursday.
Now police are linking it to three similar incidents in Southampton in recent weeks.
It comes after police were called to reports of a robbery outside KFC in Antelope Park, Bursledon Road, yesterday between 3pm and 3.15pm.
Two men wearing face coverings and crash helmets approached a G4S driver as he made his way from KFC back to his van.
The men threatened the driver with a weapon and demanded the cash box.
The two men stole the cash box from the back of the van before making off on a motorbike.
Officers are also linking this to three other cash-in-transit incidents.
The first incident took place at around 10.50am on Thursday, 6 February outside Barclays bank on Burgess Road in Southampton.
Two men on a motorcycle approached a G4S security guard outside Barclays bank and demanded the cash box.
It was handed over but was empty and the men threw the box to the ground before making off on the motorbike.
The second incident took place around 1.50pm on Friday, February 7, outside Southampton City College in St Mary’s Street.
Two men approached a G4S security guard on a motorbike and demanded the cash box.
The men grabbed the box containing a quantity of cash before making off on the motorbike.
A third incident took place just before 1.45pm on Monday, February 17 at the Tesco petrol station on West End Road.
Two men on a motorbike attempted to grab a cash box off a G4S security guard as he made his way from the petrol station back to his van.
A member of the public intervened and the two men made off on the motorbike empty handed.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "If you witnessed anything suspicious or have any CCTV, dash cam footage or any information in relation to any of these incidents, please call 101 and quote 44200074930.
"Alternatively, people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 and leave information anonymously."


thedailyecho--2020-02-29--RATED THIS WEEK: 23 new Hampshire food hygiene ratings

NEW food hygiene ratings for 23 eateries across Hampshire have been published by the Food Standards Agency this month .
Listed below are the latest findings of council inspectors , published between February 13 and February 28 .
Thousands of premises across Hampshire are rated by the Food Standards Agency , based on the findings of local authority inspectors , who work all year round .
• Takeaway with a risk of paint flaking into food and no hand soap is given zero hygiene rating The hygiene standards found at the time of inspection are then rated on a scale @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , meaning the hygiene standards are very good and fully comply with the law .
Zero is at the bottom of the scale , meaning urgent improvement is necessary .
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Generally satisfactory Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Very good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Generally satisfactory Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Very good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Generally satisfactory Cleanliness and condition of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ condition of facilities and building : Very good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Generally satisfactory Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Generally satisfactory Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Generally satisfactory Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Very good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Improvement necessary Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Major improvement necessary Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Generally satisfactory Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good

Listed below are the latest findings of council inspectors, published between February 13 and February 28.
Thousands of premises across Hampshire are rated by the Food Standards Agency, based on the findings of local authority inspectors, who work all year round.
The hygiene standards found at the time of inspection are then rated on a scale.
Five is top of the scale, meaning the hygiene standards are very good and fully comply with the law.
Zero is at the bottom of the scale, meaning urgent improvement is necessary.
Basmati Restaurant
10a Locks Heath Centre, Centre Way, Locks Heath, Southampton, SO31 6DX
Rating: 1
Hygienic Food Handling: Improvement necessary
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Generally satisfactory
Management of food safety: Major improvement necessary
Previous rating: 1 (July 2019)
Cartwheel Inn
Fordingbridge Road, Whitsbury, Fordingbridge, SP6 3PZ
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Very good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: 5 (March 2019)
Hungry Diner
42 Shirley High Street, Southampton, SO15 3NF
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: 5 (February 2018)
Jack N Grill
2 Pylewell Road, Hythe, Southampton, SO45 6AP
Rating: 4
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Generally satisfactory
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: 4 (July 2018)
Koh Thai Tapas Romsey
80 The Hundred, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 8BX
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Very good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Very good
Management of food safety: Very good
Previous rating: 5 (March 2018)
Kung Fu
56 West Street, Fareham, PO16 0JN
Rating: 3
Hygienic Food Handling: Generally satisfactory
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Generally satisfactory
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: 5 (January 2018)
Mabel's Cafe
Shallowmead Nurseries, Boldre Lane, Boldre, Lymington, SO41 8PA
Rating: 1
Hygienic Food Handling: Improvement necessary
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Major improvement necessary
Previous rating: 5 (February 2018)
March Hare
The March Hare, Priors Dean Road, Harestock, Winchester, SO22 6JN
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Very good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Very good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: 5 (June 2017)
Monett
2F High Street, Eastleigh, SO50 5LA
Rating: 4
Hygienic Food Handling: Generally satisfactory
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Generally satisfactory
Management of food safety: Very good
Previous rating: 2 (November 2018)
Netley Nibbles
36 Station Road, Netley Abbey, Southampton, SO31 5AF
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: -
Piggy's Coffee Shop
26 Victoria Road, Southampton, SO19 9DX
Rating: 3
Hygienic Food Handling: Generally satisfactory
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Generally satisfactory
Management of food safety: Generally satisfactory
Previous rating: 5 (June 2014)
Plough Inn
Woodman Lane, Sparsholt, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 2NW
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: 5 (March 2018)
Red Lion Hotel
East Street, Fareham, PO16 0BP
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Very good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Very good
Previous rating: 5 (February 2018)
Retro Diner
281 Shirley Road, Freemantle, Southampton, SO15 3HT
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: 5 (February 2018)
Rimjhim Contemporary Indian Cuisine
1 - 3 City Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SD
Rating: 3
Hygienic Food Handling: Generally satisfactory
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Generally satisfactory
Management of food safety: Generally satisfactory
Previous rating: 5 (January 2018)
Sir Joseph Paxton
272 Hunts Pond Road, Fareham, PO14 4PF
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Very good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Very good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: 4 (March 2018)
The Burger Priest
Unit L4 And L7, The Swan Centre, Wells Place, Eastleigh, So50 5fx, SO50 5FX
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: -
The Cider Pantry
Pound Lane, Burley, Ringwood, BH24 4ED
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: 5 (November 2017)
The Plough Inn
Sway Road, Tiptoe, Lymington, SO41 6FQ
Rating: 2
Hygienic Food Handling: Generally satisfactory
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Improvement necessary
Management of food safety: Generally satisfactory
Previous rating: 4 (May 2018)
The Sail Inn
Queen Street, Lymington, SO41 9NG
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: -
The White Horse
44 North Wallington, Fareham, PO16 8TE
Rating: 1
Hygienic Food Handling: Generally satisfactory
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Major improvement necessary
Management of food safety: Major improvement necessary
Previous rating: 5 (March 2019)
Traditional Fish And Chips
200 West Street, Fareham, PO16 0HF
Rating: 3
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Generally satisfactory
Management of food safety: Generally satisfactory
Previous rating: 1 (January 2019)
Turfcutters Arms
Main Road, East Boldre, Brockenhurst, SO42 7WL
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Very good
Previous rating: 4 (March 2018)


thedailyecho--2020-02-29--Motocross World Championship coming to Matterley Basin

RIDERS from across the world will descend on Winchester this weekend as Matterley Basin plays host to the opening of the Motocross World Championship .
Known as a popular circuit within the sport , it will celebrate its 10th Grand Prix over Saturday and Sunday .
This will also be the first time in history that the championship will start at the “ home of motocross ” that is the United Kingdom .
The event organiser , Steve Dixon was born and has lived in the Winchester all his life .
He is going into his 31st year of World @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this event .
He most recently took an Australian Courtney Duncan to the Women ’ s World Championship last year but has many accolades including taking another local Winchester rider Max Anstie to third in the world .
The Motocross is a staple on the calendar and brings 1000s of fans each year from across Europe and even the world to the wonderful Winchester venue .
They have run the Grand Prix in 2006 , 2011 , 2012 , 2013 , 2014 , 2015 , 2016 , 2018 , 2019 and once again @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are expected to travel to the circuit to watch the action road closures and speed restrictions have been put in place : • Drivers using the A272 will be restricted to 40mph , with the limit in place until 2pm on March 2 .
The restriction Cheesefoot Head car park .
• On the A31 a 40mph is in place from the Orr 's Meadow layby to Percy Hobbs Roundabout on the westbound carriageway only .
• On Sunday to egress traffic onto the M3 southbound at junction 10 the road A272 Spitfire @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be closed .
The organisers have said that this will ensure that traffic does not back up along the A31 .
• The gaps on the A31 between the Percy Hobbs roundabout and the Lady Croft Farm roundabout will be closed until 10pm on Sunday .

Known as a popular circuit within the sport, it will celebrate its 10th Grand Prix over Saturday and Sunday.
This will also be the first time in history that the championship will start at the “home of motocross” that is the United Kingdom.
The event organiser, Steve Dixon was born and has lived in the Winchester all his life. He is going into his 31st year of World Motocross Championship racing as manager alongside organising this event.
He most recently took an Australian Courtney Duncan to the Women’s World Championship last year but has many accolades including taking another local Winchester rider Max Anstie to third in the world.
The Motocross is a staple on the calendar and brings 1000s of fans each year from across Europe and even the world to the wonderful Winchester venue.
They have run the Grand Prix in 2006, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019 and once again in 2020.
As thousands of fans are expected to travel to the circuit to watch the action road closures and speed restrictions have been put in place:
Drivers using the A272 will be restricted to 40mph, with the limit in place until 2pm on March 2. The restriction Cheesefoot Head car park.
On the A31 a 40mph is in place from the Orr's Meadow layby to Percy Hobbs Roundabout on the westbound carriageway only.
On Sunday to egress traffic onto the M3 southbound at junction 10 the road A272 Spitfire Line from the Spitfire roundabout northbound will be closed.
The organisers have said that this will ensure that traffic does not back up along the A31.


thedailyecho--2020-02-29--Meet Dad Pig, the four-year-old pig who is searching for a home

A FRIENDLY four-year-old pig is looking for a home after he was left alone when his owner passed away .
The pot-bellied pig , named Dad Pig , is being cared for in Hampshire and is looking for someone who can provide him with a permanent home .
The Daily Echo are asking readers if they could provide a home for this loveable pet .
RSPCA Inspector Jan Edwards said : “ Pigs are very social animals and need company so it would be great to find Dad Pig somewhere he can go to live alongside other pigs .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Christmas .
`` Since then people who live nearby have been kindly looking after him but he desperately needs to find a new home so we ’ re appealing to anyone who can help to give him the second chance he deserves .
He ’ s four years old and very friendly.
” Jan said anyone who is thinking of rehoming a rescue pig to thoroughly research what is needed to meet the welfare and legal requirements .
She added : “ Rehoming a pig is a big commitment as some breeds can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they need a lot of specialist care as well enough space and the right living conditions .
“ Pigs need plenty of space and they are strong animals so owners should have secure , safe fencing to stop them escaping .
“ They need housing with a clean , straw bedding , which is not drafty and protects them from the cold and sun as they have difficulty keeping cool in summer and warm in winter .
“ Contrary to popular belief pigs should not eat kitchen scraps , it is illegal in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
Jan added : `` They need to eat a commercially prepared pig feed which contains the correct balance of protein , vitamins and minerals .
“ They can drink up to 20 litres of water a day and need regular health checks .
`` They are social animals so need company and also need regular exercise and plenty of stimulation .
`` Pig owners also need licences to move and certificates to exercise their animals.
” He is currently living in North Warnborough , Hampshire .
To find out more about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , contact 0300 123 8018 and leave a message for Inspector Jan Edwards .

The pot-bellied pig, named Dad Pig, is being cared for in Hampshire and is looking for someone who can provide him with a permanent home.
The Daily Echo are asking readers if they could provide a home for this loveable pet.
RSPCA Inspector Jan Edwards said: “Pigs are very social animals and need company so it would be great to find Dad Pig somewhere he can go to live alongside other pigs.
“Sadly his owner passed away just before Christmas.
"Since then people who live nearby have been kindly looking after him but he desperately needs to find a new home so we’re appealing to anyone who can help to give him the second chance he deserves. He’s four years old and very friendly.”
Jan said anyone who is thinking of rehoming a rescue pig to thoroughly research what is needed to meet the welfare and legal requirements.
She added: “Rehoming a pig is a big commitment as some breeds can live to 25 years of age and they need a lot of specialist care as well enough space and the right living conditions.
“Pigs need plenty of space and they are strong animals so owners should have secure, safe fencing to stop them escaping.
“They need housing with a clean, straw bedding, which is not drafty and protects them from the cold and sun as they have difficulty keeping cool in summer and warm in winter.
“Contrary to popular belief pigs should not eat kitchen scraps, it is illegal in order to prevent the risk of disease."
Jan added: "They need to eat a commercially prepared pig feed which contains the correct balance of protein, vitamins and minerals.
“They can drink up to 20 litres of water a day and need regular health checks.
"They are social animals so need company and also need regular exercise and plenty of stimulation.
"Pig owners also need licences to move and certificates to exercise their animals.”
He is currently living in North Warnborough, Hampshire.
To find out more about Dad Pig and offer him a home, contact 0300 123 8018 and leave a message for Inspector Jan Edwards.


thedailyecho--2020-02-29--PHOTOS: Inside the £2.25m farmhouse set in six acres with pool complex and annexe.

THIS fine country farmhouse in the New Forest is on the market for £2.25 million Dunsford Farm can be found in an idyllic setting with grounds of approximately six acres including four paddocks , stables , a contemporary pool house and heated outdoor pool , a beautiful brick coach house and stunning one bedroom annexe .
The five-bedroom property has been extensively refurbished and redesigned creating light and well proportioned living spaces throughout .
• £2.5m 17th Century home with its own ancient monument • £2.65m country home in five acres with tennis court and guest lodge • £1.5m secluded @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and wine store The sitting room is a generous area with large windows to triple aspect with a log burning stove .
The study has an ornate open fireplace and built-in book cases .
There is a gym and adjacent cloakroom and this could also become a ground floor bedroom .
The impressive kitchen/living/dining room is vaulted with exposed timber beams and one wall of glazed units and doors to the large entertaining terrace and gardens .
The first floor accommodation comprises a spacious master bedroom suite with glazed doors to a Juliet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shower room .
The guest suite has windows to triple aspects with lovely views over the grounds and an en-suite shower room .
Outside , the separate outdoor pool area boasts a newly constructed pool house , ideal for entertaining with bi-folding doors , a bar and wet room .
Boldre is a picture postcard village inside the New Forest National Park , close to the Lymington River .

Dunsford Farm can be found in an idyllic setting with grounds of approximately six acres including four paddocks, stables, a contemporary pool house and heated outdoor pool, a beautiful brick coach house and stunning one bedroom annexe.
The five-bedroom property has been extensively refurbished and redesigned creating light and well proportioned living spaces throughout.
The sitting room is a generous area with large windows to triple aspect with a log burning stove.
The study has an ornate open fireplace and built-in book cases. There is a gym and adjacent cloakroom and this could also become a ground floor bedroom.
The impressive kitchen/living/dining room is vaulted with exposed timber beams and one wall of glazed units and doors to the large entertaining terrace and gardens.
The first floor accommodation comprises a spacious master bedroom suite with glazed doors to a Juliet balcony, fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room.
The guest suite has windows to triple aspects with lovely views over the grounds and an en-suite shower room.
Outside, the separate outdoor pool area boasts a newly constructed pool house, ideal for entertaining with bi-folding doors, a bar and wet room.
Boldre is a picture postcard village inside the New Forest National Park, close to the Lymington River.
For details, call Spencers on 01590 674 222.


thedailyecho--2020-02-29--Meet Vera, who will be celebrating her 100th birthday on a leap year

SHE IS the Hampshire lady who is turning 100 today - but this is only her 25th birthday .
In real years Vera will be 100 , but because her birthday falls on February 29 , it is only the 25th birthday she has celebrated on the day .
Vera was born in Romsey on February 29 , 1920 at Lansdown Nurseries with her family , where her father worked .
In 1927 they moved to Bartley where her father took over the management of Bartley Nurseries .
She went to Cadnam Infant School and then on to Totton High @ @ @ @ @ @ @ worked at the nursery for a while then moved on to work at New Forest Stores in Cadnam until April 1937 .
She then went on to work in the International Stores in Totton where she met her future husband Harold Blundell .
The former Romsey resident even worked throughout the Second World War .
Vera cycled through the daylight bombing to work in Edwin Jones , later Debenhams , in Southampton .
Vera and Harold married in June 1941 and 16 months later saw the arrival of their first child , Colyn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ daughters Lynda and Marian .
During this time , Harold took on the family business , a fruit and veg shop in Totton .
This later became a florist which became Blundell Florist , in which Vera played a vital role as a florist herself .
They developed the business over the years opening a further shop in the town .
They both finally retired in 1989 when the business was taken on by their two daughters .
Blundell Florist traded for eighty years under the Blundell family and was sold in 2007 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 58 years until Harold ’ s death in 1999 .
The former florist has enjoyed a long and active life and has five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren .
She previously said her secret to a long life is `` health and luck ” .
Vera 's daughter , Marian , said she will celebrate her birthday with a party .
Vera is n't the only person turning 100 today , as Helen Preston , who was born in Heswall , Merseyside is also celebrating her 25th official birthday .

In real years Vera will be 100, but because her birthday falls on February 29, it is only the 25th birthday she has celebrated on the day.
Vera was born in Romsey on February 29, 1920 at Lansdown Nurseries with her family, where her father worked.
In 1927 they moved to Bartley where her father took over the management of Bartley Nurseries.
She went to Cadnam Infant School and then on to Totton High School.
After leaving school, she worked at the nursery for a while then moved on to work at New Forest Stores in Cadnam until April 1937.
She then went on to work in the International Stores in Totton where she met her future husband Harold Blundell.
The former Romsey resident even worked throughout the Second World War.
Vera cycled through the daylight bombing to work in Edwin Jones, later Debenhams, in Southampton.
Vera and Harold married in June 1941 and 16 months later saw the arrival of their first child, Colyn.
They went on to have two daughters Lynda and Marian.
During this time, Harold took on the family business, a fruit and veg shop in Totton.
This later became a florist which became Blundell Florist, in which Vera played a vital role as a florist herself.
They developed the business over the years opening a further shop in the town.
They both finally retired in 1989 when the business was taken on by their two daughters.
Blundell Florist traded for eighty years under the Blundell family and was sold in 2007.
Vera and Harold were together for 58 years until Harold’s death in 1999.
The former florist has enjoyed a long and active life and has five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
She previously said her secret to a long life is "health and luck”.
Vera's daughter, Marian, said she will celebrate her birthday with a party.
Vera isn't the only person turning 100 today, as Helen Preston, who was born in Heswall, Merseyside is also celebrating her 25th official birthday.


thedailyecho--2020-02-29--Southampton man who assaulted women is ordered to do unpaid work

A SOUTHAMPTON man who assaulted a woman has been ordered to do unpaid work .
Cameron Daniel McCreight , 22 @ @ @ @ @ an incident in the city on March 20 .
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates ' Court @ @ @ @ @ to assault .
But he was found guilty following a trial at the same court @ @ @ @ @ imposed a community order for 12 months , with 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days and @ @ @ @ @ .
McCreight , of Bridge Road , Southampton , was also ordered to pay £775 @ @ @ @ @ victim surcharge of £85 .

Cameron Daniel McCreight, 22, assaulted his victim during an incident in the city on March 20.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, McCreight pleaded not guilty to assault.
But he was found guilty following a trial at the same court earlier this month.
Magistrates imposed a community order for 12 months, with 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days and 100 hours of unpaid work.
McCreight, of Bridge Road, Southampton, was also ordered to pay £775 in court costs and a victim surcharge of £85.


thedailyecho--2020-02-29--Saints legend Francis Benali and chef Jay Geddes host Come Dine With Me Summer Evening Cruise

SAINTS legend Francis Benali and renowned chef Jay Geddes will host a charity dinner cruise across the south coast .
For a third time since the culinary event first launched in 2015 , all guests will be taken on an evening tour in a bid to raise money for Cancer Research UK .
Diners will be hitching a ride on the Dutch-owned Princess Caroline for four and a half hours for the Come Dine With Me Summer Evening Cruise , with dinners served up by winners of cooking series Masterchef , Shelina Permalloo and Jane Devonshire .
The cruise will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Macauley and mind-blowing tricks from one of the UK ’ s top magicians , Michael Brown - all topped off with a champagne reception .
Franny said : “ This is a great chance for people to come together for an evening of wonderful food , good music and beautiful views of the south coast - and to raise money for this amazing charity at the same time .
“ Cancer Research UK will benefit from the proceeds of the evening , and that makes me very happy .
With Chef Jay Geddes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , I have absolutely no doubt it will be an evening to remember for all concerned . ''
Chef Jay Geddes has served up dishes to A-list stars such as Beyonce and Jay Z , and used to work for Gordon Ramsay .
Jay said : “ We are very keen on raising money for Cancer Research because cancer is the biggest killer .
“ I ’ m delighted to be welcoming some amazing guest chefs for our dinner cruise - our guests are in for a real treat . ''
The cruise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Town Quay - opposite Red Funnel - at 6.30pm on July 30 .
Tickets cost £70 per person and can be bought at www.jaygeddes.com/events .

For a third time since the culinary event first launched in 2015, all guests will be taken on an evening tour in a bid to raise money for Cancer Research UK.
Diners will be hitching a ride on the Dutch-owned Princess Caroline for four and a half hours for the Come Dine With Me Summer Evening Cruise, with dinners served up by winners of cooking series Masterchef, Shelina Permalloo and Jane Devonshire.
The cruise will include live music from Southampton singer Charley Macauley and mind-blowing tricks from one of the UK’s top magicians, Michael Brown - all topped off with a champagne reception.
Franny said: “This is a great chance for people to come together for an evening of wonderful food, good music and beautiful views of the south coast - and to raise money for this amazing charity at the same time.
“Cancer Research UK will benefit from the proceeds of the evening, and that makes me very happy. With Chef Jay Geddes and friends cooking up three delicious courses, I have absolutely no doubt it will be an evening to remember for all concerned."
Chef Jay Geddes has served up dishes to A-list stars such as Beyonce and Jay Z, and used to work for Gordon Ramsay.
Jay said: “We are very keen on raising money for Cancer Research because cancer is the biggest killer.
“I’m delighted to be welcoming some amazing guest chefs for our dinner cruise - our guests are in for a real treat."
The cruise is limited to 100 guests and leaves Town Quay - opposite Red Funnel - at 6.30pm on July 30.
Tickets cost £70 per person and can be bought at www.jaygeddes.com/events.