thedailyecho--2020-07-13--LETTER : Cycle lanes are a disaster waiting to happen

I was born in Southampton in 1957 and have lived there all my life until moving to Devon last year on retirement .
My family still live in Southampton and I return once a month to visit them .
My elderly parents live at one end of the Avenue , my sister lives at the other , with my brother somewhere in the middle , in Highfield .
The Avenue , therefore , is our means of reaching each other .
I am bewildered and quite appalled at what Southampton town planners have done in the Avenue and Hill Lane @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do in Bitterne Road West , by halving the number of lanes to provide cycle tracks .
I understand the government 's plans for reducing carbon emissions and its obsession with cycling as an alternative to cars , but the reality is that most people will continue to use their cars as bicycles are not a viable option for transporting children , elderly parents , heavy shopping etc etc .
To reduce busy roads that can barely cope with two lanes carrying large volumes of vehicles to one lane each way , thus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beyond comprehension .
When I lived in Southampton I regularly used the roads mentioned above as I journeyed to work , visited family and friends and did my shopping .
I know from personal experience how congested those roads are , particularly at peak periods .
I also know that they are rarely used by cyclists - they are all long , busy roads which are serviced by regular buses .
They also have pavements on either side ( rarely used by pedestrians ) which could easily be doubled up as cycle lanes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the case of the Avenue ) reduction of lanes to provide cycles tracks that will hardly be used will make life a misery for most of the citizens of Southampton , and the city will be reduced to perpetual traffic chaos when the lockdown is over and life returns to normal .
People will waste hours of their time sitting in traffic queues , with side roads and roundabouts jammed with stationary vehicles , and the carbon emissions produced by idling engines will completely defeat the purpose of reducing pollution .
People @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for shopping and leisure ( being so weary of their awful journeys to work ) and the high street , already struggling after the lockdown , will gradually die .
The government 's model for cycle lanes is based on the London experience where movement around the city by its residents is peculiar to that city .
They have an underground system and a huge network of bus routes , not to mention the famous black cabs .
Few Londoners even own cars - they have no need of them for getting around @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cycle lanes everywhere and they are well used .
Southampton , and other large towns and cities around the country , is not set up like London and although there are bus services on the busy roads , there is n't the availability of blanket public transport - people have no option but to use their cars , and the provision of cycles lanes on most roads is not feasible or necessary .
Were the citizens of Southampton even consulted on whether they wanted these cycle lanes ?
My guess is that the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Avenue will not be used by cyclists , but frustrated and angry motorists who will try to get through the resultant traffic jams by squeezing into them .
A disaster awaits and I hope the town planners will have the good sense to reverse their crazy and ill-judged plans .

My family still live in Southampton and I return once a month to visit them.
My elderly parents live at one end of the Avenue, my sister lives at the other, with my brother somewhere in the middle, in Highfield. The Avenue, therefore, is our means of reaching each other.
I am bewildered and quite appalled at what Southampton town planners have done in the Avenue and Hill Lane, and what they are proposing to do in Bitterne Road West, by halving the number of lanes to provide cycle tracks.
I understand the government's plans for reducing carbon emissions and its obsession with cycling as an alternative to cars, but the reality is that most people will continue to use their cars as bicycles are not a viable option for transporting children, elderly parents, heavy shopping etc etc.
To reduce busy roads that can barely cope with two lanes carrying large volumes of vehicles to one lane each way, thus providing a wide cycle lane, is beyond comprehension.
When I lived in Southampton I regularly used the roads mentioned above as I journeyed to work, visited family and friends and did my shopping. I know from personal experience how congested those roads are, particularly at peak periods. I also know that they are rarely used by cyclists - they are all long, busy roads which are serviced by regular buses.
They also have pavements on either side (rarely used by pedestrians) which could easily be doubled up as cycle lanes.
Your planned (and already implemented in the case of the Avenue) reduction of lanes to provide cycles tracks that will hardly be used will make life a misery for most of the citizens of Southampton, and the city will be reduced to perpetual traffic chaos when the lockdown is over and life returns to normal.
People will waste hours of their time sitting in traffic queues, with side roads and roundabouts jammed with stationary vehicles, and the carbon emissions produced by idling engines will completely defeat the purpose of reducing pollution.
People will stop driving into the city centre for shopping and leisure (being so weary of their awful journeys to work) and the high street, already struggling after the lockdown, will gradually die.
The government's model for cycle lanes is based on the London experience where movement around the city by its residents is peculiar to that city.
They have an underground system and a huge network of bus routes, not to mention the famous black cabs. Few Londoners even own cars - they have no need of them for getting around. It is possible therefore to provide cycle lanes everywhere and they are well used.
Southampton, and other large towns and cities around the country, is not set up like London and although there are bus services on the busy roads, there isn't the availability of blanket public transport - people have no option but to use their cars, and the provision of cycles lanes on most roads is not feasible or necessary. Were the citizens of Southampton even consulted on whether they wanted these cycle lanes?
My guess is that the cycle lanes you have provided on the Avenue will not be used by cyclists, but frustrated and angry motorists who will try to get through the resultant traffic jams by squeezing into them.
A disaster awaits and I hope the town planners will have the good sense to reverse their crazy and ill-judged plans.
Lisa Galbraith


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Babies are missing out on potentially life-saving jabs in Southampton

Dozens of babies are missing out on potentially life-saving jabs in Southampton , with vaccine uptake remaining below the level the World Health Organisation says is needed for herd immunity .
The WHO recommends at least 95 per cent of newborns should get the six-in-one jab , which protects against six serious infections including polio , whooping cough and diphtheria .
But just 94.9 per cent of infants born in Southampton who had their first birthday between January and March have been vaccinated , according to Public Health England data .
This means 36 babies missed out , although it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the vaccine .
However , immunisation rates have increased from the previous quarter , when 94.4 per cent of babies were vaccinated .
Across England , vaccination rates stood at 92.7 per cent between January and March 2020 .
Dr Doug Brown , the group ’ s chief executive , said : “ We must do better to protect our children .
Improving vaccine uptake is a complex issue , but one that we can solve .
“ Initiatives such as strengthening the role of immunisation co-ordinators , ensuring services are accessible @ @ @ @ @ @ @ communities are all strategies that we know work .
“ Additionally , engaging with parents to answer their questions and provide accurate information on vaccines is key to success.
” He added that he hopes the Government ’ s long-awaited vaccine strategy , which was first announced last summer but is yet to be published , will tackle many of these issues .
In the South East , the uptake was 94.3 per cent at the start of the year – the second highest region in England .
The region with the highest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 96.2 per cent , while London had the lowest , at 88.8 per cent .
But the Department of Health and Social Care said some people may have felt unsafe taking their baby for their jabs during the coronavirus crisis , and that it is working to address this .
A spokeswoman said : “ We are working with NHS England and Improvement and Public Health England to catch-up with those people who may have missed out on their vaccination as quickly and as safely as possible.
” Dr Brown added : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prioritised by GP surgeries to ensure that children continue to receive the essential protection that vaccination confers .
“ If your child has missed one of their vaccinations , get in touch with your GP surgery and they can make a catch-up appointment for you .
It ’ s never too late to protect your child .
”

The WHO recommends at least 95 per cent of newborns should get the six-in-one jab, which protects against six serious infections including polio, whooping cough and diphtheria.
But just 94.9 per cent of infants born in Southampton who had their first birthday between January and March have been vaccinated, according to Public Health England data.
This means 36 babies missed out, although it is not recommended for those with allergies to the vaccine.
However, immunisation rates have increased from the previous quarter, when 94.4 per cent of babies were vaccinated.
Across England, vaccination rates stood at 92.7 per cent between January and March 2020.
Dr Doug Brown, the group’s chief executive, said: “We must do better to protect our children. Improving vaccine uptake is a complex issue, but one that we can solve.
“Initiatives such as strengthening the role of immunisation co-ordinators, ensuring services are accessible and widening services to go out into communities are all strategies that we know work.
“Additionally, engaging with parents to answer their questions and provide accurate information on vaccines is key to success.”
He added that he hopes the Government’s long-awaited vaccine strategy, which was first announced last summer but is yet to be published, will tackle many of these issues.
In the South East, the uptake was 94.3 per cent at the start of the year – the second highest region in England.
The region with the highest uptake was the North East, with 96.2 per cent, while London had the lowest, at 88.8 per cent.
But the Department of Health and Social Care said some people may have felt unsafe taking their baby for their jabs during the coronavirus crisis, and that it is working to address this.
A spokeswoman said: “We are working with NHS England and Improvement and Public Health England to catch-up with those people who may have missed out on their vaccination as quickly and as safely as possible.”
Dr Brown added: “Throughout lockdown, immunisation services have been prioritised by GP surgeries to ensure that children continue to receive the essential protection that vaccination confers.
“If your child has missed one of their vaccinations, get in touch with your GP surgery and they can make a catch-up appointment for you. It’s never too late to protect your child.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Peter Cooper Motor Group expands by buying Dorset car sales business

A MOTOR group in Hampshire has expanded by buying a Dorset used car operation with a special line in sourcing prestige vehicles .
The Peter Cooper Motor Group has acquired Think Cars , in Bransgore near Christchurch , which also has a new car franchise for the South Korean SUV brand SsangYong .
The group said it was looking to strengthen its footings as one of the largest independents on the south coast despite the economic outlook .
Like its new owner , Think Cars runs a prestige cars business , accounting for more than 80 per cent of its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ established itself over the last 10 years selling all makes and models and sourcing cars to suit customers .
The new owner said it was not uncommon to see a top of the range Aston Martin , Porsche , Range Rover , Caterham and a McLaren on the forecourt .
All 12 staff at Think Cars , including managing director Kristian Robinson , will stay on .
Mr Robinson will take a group buying role as well as being hands-on at the Bransgore site .
The Peter Cooper Motor Group , which employs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nearly £100m in 2019 , operates Volkswagen dealerships in Southampton , Hedge End , Portsmouth and Chichester and a body repair centre in Bognor Regis .
It also owns and runs Prestige Cars in Hedge End on its former site at Peter Cooper roundabout as well as Peter Cooper Leasing , which sells new vehicles of all makes .
Darren Cooper , managing director of the Peter Cooper Motor Group , says the acquisition was part of a longer-term strategy and would add around £14m in turnover .
He said : “ This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Peter Cooper Motor Group and will not only expand our influence within the regional automotive industry but also our geographical reach to the outskirts of Dorset .
“ Think Cars is a very strong and stable business and like our businesses , is much loved by its customers .
Both businesses share the same family ethos and ambition which is focused on excellent customer care .
“ SsangYong as an SUV car manufacturer is becoming stronger in the market place and we are delighted to have this brand on board as part of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the great work that Think Cars does for its local community and also to bring our aftersales skills with Volkswagen to their doorsteps as well .
“ Kristian has developed a wealth of experience in used car acquisition and also runs a successful service operation for all makes of vehicle .
He will continue to support Think Cars and our other used car sites across the Group with our existing teams.
” Kristian Robinson added : “ This acquisition is a great fit for Think Cars and our staff .
I ’ ve @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for its business performance , customer service ethos and strategic position in the market .
As part of our successful business we have carved out a niche for bespoke cars and I know our customers will welcome this acquisition and I look forward to seeing it grow as part of the Peter Cooper Motor Group .
”

The Peter Cooper Motor Group has acquired Think Cars, in Bransgore near Christchurch, which also has a new car franchise for the South Korean SUV brand SsangYong.
The group said it was looking to strengthen its footings as one of the largest independents on the south coast despite the economic outlook.
Like its new owner, Think Cars runs a prestige cars business, accounting for more than 80 per cent of its 750 yearly sales.
Think Cars has established itself over the last 10 years selling all makes and models and sourcing cars to suit customers. The new owner said it was not uncommon to see a top of the range Aston Martin, Porsche, Range Rover, Caterham and a McLaren on the forecourt.
All 12 staff at Think Cars, including managing director Kristian Robinson, will stay on. Mr Robinson will take a group buying role as well as being hands-on at the Bransgore site.
The Peter Cooper Motor Group, which employs 245 staff and reported a turnover of nearly £100m in 2019, operates Volkswagen dealerships in Southampton, Hedge End, Portsmouth and Chichester and a body repair centre in Bognor Regis.
It also owns and runs Prestige Cars in Hedge End on its former site at Peter Cooper roundabout as well as Peter Cooper Leasing, which sells new vehicles of all makes.
Darren Cooper, managing director of the Peter Cooper Motor Group, says the acquisition was part of a longer-term strategy and would add around £14m in turnover.
He said: “This is an extremely important acquisition for the Peter Cooper Motor Group and will not only expand our influence within the regional automotive industry but also our geographical reach to the outskirts of Dorset.
“Think Cars is a very strong and stable business and like our businesses, is much loved by its customers. Both businesses share the same family ethos and ambition which is focused on excellent customer care.
“SsangYong as an SUV car manufacturer is becoming stronger in the market place and we are delighted to have this brand on board as part of the group. We aim to continue the great work that Think Cars does for its local community and also to bring our aftersales skills with Volkswagen to their doorsteps as well.
“Kristian has developed a wealth of experience in used car acquisition and also runs a successful service operation for all makes of vehicle. He will continue to support Think Cars and our other used car sites across the Group with our existing teams.”
Kristian Robinson added: “This acquisition is a great fit for Think Cars and our staff. I’ve long admired the Peter Cooper Motor Group for its business performance, customer service ethos and strategic position in the market. As part of our successful business we have carved out a niche for bespoke cars and I know our customers will welcome this acquisition and I look forward to seeing it grow as part of the Peter Cooper Motor Group.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Rainbow Trail is launched across Southampton's parks

A RAINBOW trail has been launched across Southampton 's parks in a bid to `` share a message of hope '' as we move through the coronavirus crisis .
During July and August , parks across the city , including The Common , Freemantle Lake , Riverside Park , Southampton Sport Centre will form part of a `` Rainbow Trail '' which residents can follow and enjoy thanks to a community art project .
Organised by local artist Jack Irwin and Stuart Shaw from Robert Rose Carpentry , the trail will include rainbows scattered across the city with a story @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a QR code which can be scanned to `` capture the rainbow '' and reveal the story .
Supporting the Council ’ s Green City Plans , the rainbows have been carved from up-cycled scaffold board and printed with designs by local children and residents of Southampton , with the aim of uplifting spirits , sharing stories from the community and celebrating hope after lockdown .
Stuart said : “ The Rainbow Trail means a huge amount to me and I feel incredibly proud to be a part of something so special .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ bringing to the residents of Southampton has made all of the hard work worthwhile and I would like to say a huge thank you to all of the volunteers , sponsors and organisations involved that have helped to make it happen.
” While Jack added : `` We received rainbow designs from all ages with many families and schools taking part .
The stories and poems are like a window into the homes of Southampton residents during the most stringent phases of lockdown .
It ’ s incredibly humbling to have received so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that so much creativity has been happening here in the city . ''
The event is free to get involved in , but the Rainbow Trail hopes to raise money for Communicare , a charity thaat enriches the lives of lonely and isolated people in and around the city .
Councillor Steve Leggett , Cabinet Member for Green City and Place comments : “ The Rainbow Trail is a wonderful initiative and a welcome addition to our parks .
Rainbows have become an iconic symbol throughout the Coronavirus pandemic , with many proudly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we can all enjoy seeing the fantastic designs in our parks during the summer months of July and August .
`` We ’ re fortunate to have a wealth of parks and green open spaces here in Southampton , but please remember to keep following the social distancing guidelines , whilst in the parks or looking at the Rainbow Trail.
” For more information , or to view the trail map , visit www.jackbsirwin.com/therainbowtrail .

During July and August, parks across the city, including The Common, Freemantle Lake, Riverside Park, Southampton Sport Centre will form part of a "Rainbow Trail" which residents can follow and enjoy thanks to a community art project.
Organised by local artist Jack Irwin and Stuart Shaw from Robert Rose Carpentry, the trail will include rainbows scattered across the city with a story or poem attached, as well as a QR code which can be scanned to "capture the rainbow" and reveal the story.
Supporting the Council’s Green City Plans, the rainbows have been carved from up-cycled scaffold board and printed with designs by local children and residents of Southampton, with the aim of uplifting spirits, sharing stories from the community and celebrating hope after lockdown.
Stuart said: “The Rainbow Trail means a huge amount to me and I feel incredibly proud to be a part of something so special. Seeing the amount of enjoyment it is bringing to the residents of Southampton has made all of the hard work worthwhile and I would like to say a huge thank you to all of the volunteers, sponsors and organisations involved that have helped to make it happen.”
While Jack added: "We received rainbow designs from all ages with many families and schools taking part. The stories and poems are like a window into the homes of Southampton residents during the most stringent phases of lockdown. It’s incredibly humbling to have received so many touching accounts and great to know that so much creativity has been happening here in the city."
The event is free to get involved in, but the Rainbow Trail hopes to raise money for Communicare, a charity thaat enriches the lives of lonely and isolated people in and around the city.
Councillor Steve Leggett, Cabinet Member for Green City and Place comments: “The Rainbow Trail is a wonderful initiative and a welcome addition to our parks. Rainbows have become an iconic symbol throughout the Coronavirus pandemic, with many proudly displayed in windows in the city, and we can all enjoy seeing the fantastic designs in our parks during the summer months of July and August.
"We’re fortunate to have a wealth of parks and green open spaces here in Southampton, but please remember to keep following the social distancing guidelines, whilst in the parks or looking at the Rainbow Trail.”
For more information, or to view the trail map, visit www.jackbsirwin.com/therainbowtrail.


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Local history: how to get started and where to look

AT ONE level , local history is what it says on the tin .
In other ways , it is an intriguingly complex activity that keeps thousands of people busy in Hampshire – as in any other county – working on puzzles that swing from detective work to philosophical debate .
Most people get drawn into local history because they want to know more about where they live – their house , their family , the surrounding countryside .
After they have finished with the parish registers and the census returns family historians may turn to the places where their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ work out the structure of a building – and perhaps taking timber cores to date it – helps to understand how the local community lived .
Hampshire Houses by Edward Roberts shows what can be discovered .
Landscape raises other fascinating questions .
Farms often have a story that stretches back centuries .
Prominent landmarks and tracks , and even trees , may be found in charters written more than a thousand years ago .
Land ownership often reflects great changes in the country – the Reformation , the Civil War , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The basic aim of any historian is to find out “ what happened ” , which is often much harder than it seems .
Different sources may give different answers .
Memoirs are almost all written by the ruling classes , who often remember their forebears as “ friends of the poor ” .
And care also needs to be taken with the views of extreme radicals , such as the Botley farmer William Cobbett and the Andover grammar school alumnus Henry ‘ Orator ’ Hunt .
The lives of ordinary people are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unintentionally .
They may have been “ removed ” from one parish to another under the poor laws , in which case their troubled lives will be described .
Other records include the Assizes and Quarter Sessions ( court cases ) , Electoral Revision Courts ( rights to votes ) , Military Service Tribunals ( appeal against conscription ) – and many others .
Old documents are , of course , the bedrock of local history , but there are other important sources – photographs , paintings , buildings and objects .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the countryside in search of clues .
Memorial inscriptions and graveyards speak of the dead , and buildings may also have messages .
Like the time I found the initials of Dr Newton Ogle , Dean of Winchester , on a drainpipe of his family seat in Northumberland , where his family originated .
Most places have a basic history that is like any other .
There is the “ big house ” , the church , the nonconformist chapel ( now probably a private residence ) and , of course , local @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and overseers of the poor and the highways to the parish council created in 1894 .
Since nearly every parish demonstrates similar stories , it is reasonable to ask why “ reinvent the wheel ” everywhere ?
And there are two very obvious answers .
First , an account of anything at the national level is usually harder to grasp , and less attractive , than something that “ happened down the road ” and involved people whose lives can be documented .
And secondly , there were ( and are ) very @ @ @ @ @ @ @ national laws and events affected different localities .
During the Reformation , for example , tolerance of “ the old faith ” varied enormously in the county .
Tichborne even has a separate Catholic aisle .
And there is much local colour in the lives of clergy challenged by Cromwellians , like the story told by John Spaul of the Rev .
Robert Clarke , rector of Andover , whose battle with parliament ended when he broke a leg jumping a ditch !
Local justice varied considerably , with some JPs doling out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Differences in the way that history played out in small places inevitably depended on the characters involved , as graphically demonstrated in the new VCH “ short ” for Steventon .
In the late 17th century it had a scandalous lord of the manor , Sir Richard Pexall , who ran a sort of stud farm with servants , and he the stallion .
A century later and gentility had returned , with a rector who had a daughter who became a rather famous novelist .
Local history gets even more interesting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” , especially when it “ asks why ” .
Why did the rioters of Andover in 1830 trash the works of agricultural manufacturers Taskers in the Anna Valley , even after local farmers had agreed to increase their wages ?
Why , on the other hand , did those at Avington in the Itchen Valley support the local landowner , as told by David Taylor in his meticulously researched Life and Times of the Reverend Robert Wright ?
So , local history may start locally , just chasing the story , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ questions that require broader research and analysis .
And it offers something to everyone , whether it ’ s getting into the minds of people , interpreting old maps , or peering into the lives of the great .
For those who get hooked , there are local history groups , courses at university , research for a PhD , and papers published in national journals .
New members are welcomed by all local history societies and for the county as a whole there is the Hampshire Field Club ( www.hantsfieldclub.org.uk ) .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hampshire history , visit : www.hampshirearchivestrust.co.uk .
Local history research at its best , by David Taylor .
A story of temperance and the People ’ s Refreshment House Association , Grayshott .

Most people get drawn into local history because they want to know more about where they live – their house, their family, the surrounding countryside. After they have finished with the parish registers and the census returns family historians may turn to the places where their ancestors dwelt. Calling in experts to work out the structure of a building – and perhaps taking timber cores to date it – helps to understand how the local community lived. Hampshire Houses by Edward Roberts shows what can be discovered.
Landscape raises other fascinating questions. Farms often have a story that stretches back centuries. Prominent landmarks and tracks, and even trees, may be found in charters written more than a thousand years ago. Land ownership often reflects great changes in the country – the Reformation, the Civil War, the growth of the City of London.
The basic aim of any historian is to find out “what happened”, which is often much harder than it seems. Different sources may give different answers. Memoirs are almost all written by the ruling classes, who often remember their forebears as “friends of the poor”. And care also needs to be taken with the views of extreme radicals, such as the Botley farmer William Cobbett and the Andover grammar school alumnus Henry ‘Orator’ Hunt.
The lives of ordinary people are sometimes recorded in some detail, albeit unintentionally. They may have been “removed” from one parish to another under the poor laws, in which case their troubled lives will be described. Other records include the Assizes and Quarter Sessions (court cases), Electoral Revision Courts (rights to votes), Military Service Tribunals (appeal against conscription) – and many others.
Old documents are, of course, the bedrock of local history, but there are other important sources – photographs, paintings, buildings and objects. It sometimes turns into a fun chase around the countryside in search of clues. Memorial inscriptions and graveyards speak of the dead, and buildings may also have messages. Like the time I found the initials of Dr Newton Ogle, Dean of Winchester, on a drainpipe of his family seat in Northumberland, where his family originated.
Most places have a basic history that is like any other. There is the “big house”, the church, the nonconformist chapel (now probably a private residence) and, of course, local administration, from work of the vestry and overseers of the poor and the highways to the parish council created in 1894. Since nearly every parish demonstrates similar stories, it is reasonable to ask why “reinvent the wheel” everywhere? And there are two very obvious answers.
First, an account of anything at the national level is usually harder to grasp, and less attractive, than something that “happened down the road” and involved people whose lives can be documented. And secondly, there were (and are) very considerable local variations in the way that national laws and events affected different localities.
During the Reformation, for example, tolerance of “the old faith” varied enormously in the county. Tichborne even has a separate Catholic aisle. And there is much local colour in the lives of clergy challenged by Cromwellians, like the story told by John Spaul of the Rev. Robert Clarke, rector of Andover, whose battle with parliament ended when he broke a leg jumping a ditch! Local justice varied considerably, with some JPs doling out hardline judgements and others showing more empathy.
Differences in the way that history played out in small places inevitably depended on the characters involved, as graphically demonstrated in the new VCH “short” for Steventon. In the late 17th century it had a scandalous lord of the manor, Sir Richard Pexall, who ran a sort of stud farm with servants, and he the stallion. A century later and gentility had returned, with a rector who had a daughter who became a rather famous novelist.
Local history gets even more interesting when it moves beyond “what happened”, especially when it “asks why”. Why did the rioters of Andover in 1830 trash the works of agricultural manufacturers Taskers in the Anna Valley, even after local farmers had agreed to increase their wages? Why, on the other hand, did those at Avington in the Itchen Valley support the local landowner, as told by David Taylor in his meticulously researched Life and Times of the Reverend Robert Wright?
So, local history may start locally, just chasing the story, but can lead to other places, with questions that require broader research and analysis. And it offers something to everyone, whether it’s getting into the minds of people, interpreting old maps, or peering into the lives of the great. For those who get hooked, there are local history groups, courses at university, research for a PhD, and papers published in national journals.
New members are welcomed by all local history societies and for the county as a whole there is the Hampshire Field Club (www.hantsfieldclub.org.uk). For more on the New VCH and Hampshire history, visit: www.hampshirearchivestrust.co.uk.
barryshurlock@gmailcom.
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Local history research at its best, by David Taylor.
A story of temperance and the People’s Refreshment House Association, Grayshott.


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--OBITUARY: Talented artist and caring nurse Jackie Edwards

Jacqueline Ray Edwards , who packed several lifetimes into her 75 years , passed away last month at Mountbatten Hampshire , just yards from where she was born .
Jackie came into the world at Chestnuts Nursing Home in West End in 1944 and returned to Hamble to a Folland owned house rented to her father Ronald , an aircraft fitter who had spent the war fitting wings to Spitfires .
After the war , her father , mother Ray , Jackie and her siblings Gill and Tony moved to various pubs and clubs in the Southampton area for work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with Jackie 's maternal grandmother .
A young Jackie was one of the first pupils at the newly built Hamble Primary School .
Her artistic talents overtook all academia and she painted , sketched , drew and experimented with various paint techniques her entire life .
She had a particular talent for watercolours .
She trained as a hairdresser in Woolston , but then decided to take up nursing and worked all over the country including at the General and Royal South Hants in Southampton and Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 60s , lived on a yacht in Greece , worked at a cancer retreat in Mexico , ran a pub in Scotland and visited China after retirement among many other adventures .

Jacqueline Ray Edwards, who packed several lifetimes into her 75 years, passed away last month at Mountbatten Hampshire, just yards from where she was born.
Jackie came into the world at Chestnuts Nursing Home in West End in 1944 and returned to Hamble to a Folland owned house rented to her father Ronald, an aircraft fitter who had spent the war fitting wings to Spitfires.
After the war, her father, mother Ray, Jackie and her siblings Gill and Tony moved to various pubs and clubs in the Southampton area for work for her parents before settling in Hamble with Jackie's maternal grandmother. A young Jackie was one of the first pupils at the newly built Hamble Primary School.
Her artistic talents overtook all academia and she painted, sketched, drew and experimented with various paint techniques her entire life. She had a particular talent for watercolours.
She trained as a hairdresser in Woolston, but then decided to take up nursing and worked all over the country including at the General and Royal South Hants in Southampton and Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester.
Jackie moved to Canada in the late 60s, lived on a yacht in Greece, worked at a cancer retreat in Mexico, ran a pub in Scotland and visited China after retirement among many other adventures.


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Hampshire volunteer recognised by Boris Johnson for her "Acts of Kindness"

A HAMPSHIRE woman has been recognised by Boris Johnson for her volunteering `` Act of Kindness '' .
Kerry Snuggs , a volunteer from Portchester who is promoting acts of kindness and tackling loneliness in the Solent community during the pandemic , has received Prime Minister Boris Johnson ’ s daily Points of Light award .
The Points of Light award winner is the founder of `` Acts of Kindness '' , a community group of more than 200 volunteers which is spreading kindness and tackling loneliness by telephoning those who are feeling isolated and helping over 2,000 people across @ @ @ @ @ @ @ medications .
In a personal letter to Kerry , Prime Minister Boris Johnson said : “ In the midst of our battle with Coronavirus , our nation has been uplifted by so many acts of kindness that have united our communities and shown the very best of Britain to the world .
`` So I wanted to write to thank you for all that you have done to help thousands across Hampshire with medicines , shopping and friendly telephone calls .
`` Your inspiring compassion and dedication have ensured that those who have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have not been on their own .
I am delighted to be able to recognise you for your service to others by naming you as the UK ’ s 1421st Point of Light .
On behalf of the whole country , congratulations – and thank you !
” On Friday July 10 , Kerry 's local MP , Suella Braverman , presented her with the award in person .
Suella said : “ I am immensely proud that one of Portchester ’ s own has been awarded this incredible commendation .
Kerry is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to spread positivity and help out in the local area and as a community we have felt the full warmth of that kindness .
I am looking forward to getting increasingly closely involved with Acts of Kindness in the future , and to wholeheartedly offering my support to the next endeavours they embark on.
” The Prime Minister ’ s UK daily Points of Light award was first launched in April 2014 to recognise outstanding individuals making a difference where they live , and Kerry is the 1421st person to be recognised .

Kerry Snuggs, a volunteer from Portchester who is promoting acts of kindness and tackling loneliness in the Solent community during the pandemic, has received Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s daily Points of Light award.
The Points of Light award winner is the founder of "Acts of Kindness", a community group of more than 200 volunteers which is spreading kindness and tackling loneliness by telephoning those who are feeling isolated and helping over 2,000 people across the area with shopping and collection of medications.
In a personal letter to Kerry, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said: “In the midst of our battle with Coronavirus, our nation has been uplifted by so many acts of kindness that have united our communities and shown the very best of Britain to the world.
"So I wanted to write to thank you for all that you have done to help thousands across Hampshire with medicines, shopping and friendly telephone calls.
"Your inspiring compassion and dedication have ensured that those who have had to be isolated at this time have not been on their own. I am delighted to be able to recognise you for your service to others by naming you as the UK’s 1421st Point of Light. On behalf of the whole country, congratulations – and thank you!”
On Friday July 10, Kerry's local MP, Suella Braverman, presented her with the award in person.
Suella said: “I am immensely proud that one of Portchester’s own has been awarded this incredible commendation. Kerry is an example to us all of how to spread positivity and help out in the local area and as a community we have felt the full warmth of that kindness. I am looking forward to getting increasingly closely involved with Acts of Kindness in the future, and to wholeheartedly offering my support to the next endeavours they embark on.”
The Prime Minister’s UK daily Points of Light award was first launched in April 2014 to recognise outstanding individuals making a difference where they live, and Kerry is the 1421st person to be recognised.


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Martha having her hair cut for the Princess Foundation Trust

A YOUNG Hampshire girl is braving the shave later this month , as she aims to raise thousands for charity .
Martha Stacey , 5 , from Hedge End will soon be losing her long locks when she chops off around 12 inches of her hair - bringing it to just above shoulder height - in a bid to raise as much money as possible for the Princess Foundation Trust .
While the five-year-old 's hair was getting longer and longer during lockdown , Martha 's mum Sally pitched her the idea of getting much more cut off than usual @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the children that really need it , and after being giving time to think over the decision , Martha was `` all for it '' .
Speaking on her daughter 's charity hair cut , Sally said : `` Martha was originally going to have about 6 inches off , but I stumbled across the Princess Foundation Trust and thought it would be amazing to donate .
I suggested the idea to her and she said it would be amazing , I showed her the videos and she was all for it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her , it 's great that we can donate it to a child that really needs it and I hope that this is inspiring for other children and adults , as each donation makes such a massive difference .
`` We were absolutely gobsmacked by the amount of support Martha received in terms of donations , within just 48 hours , the target was more than doubled .
If we can raise as much as possible it would be fantastic . ''
The fundraising target of £550 - enough for the Princess Foundation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more than doubled within two days , and now the current total stands at £1,250 .
In a video to friends and family , thanking them for their donations , Martha said : `` Thank you everyone for these donations .
I do n't want my hair to go but I know other people do n't have any hair and I 'm very happy I made the decision to give it to other people . ''

Martha Stacey, 5, from Hedge End will soon be losing her long locks when she chops off around 12 inches of her hair - bringing it to just above shoulder height - in a bid to raise as much money as possible for the Princess Foundation Trust.
While the five-year-old's hair was getting longer and longer during lockdown, Martha's mum Sally pitched her the idea of getting much more cut off than usual, so that it can be donated to the children that really need it, and after being giving time to think over the decision, Martha was "all for it".
Speaking on her daughter's charity hair cut, Sally said: "Martha was originally going to have about 6 inches off, but I stumbled across the Princess Foundation Trust and thought it would be amazing to donate. I suggested the idea to her and she said it would be amazing, I showed her the videos and she was all for it.
"I'm so proud of her, it's great that we can donate it to a child that really needs it and I hope that this is inspiring for other children and adults, as each donation makes such a massive difference.
"We were absolutely gobsmacked by the amount of support Martha received in terms of donations, within just 48 hours, the target was more than doubled. If we can raise as much as possible it would be fantastic."
The fundraising target of £550 - enough for the Princess Foundation Trust to create one wig - was more than doubled within two days, and now the current total stands at £1,250.
In a video to friends and family, thanking them for their donations, Martha said: "Thank you everyone for these donations. I don't want my hair to go but I know other people don't have any hair and I'm very happy I made the decision to give it to other people."


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--PHOTOS: Hampshire nature and animals by Daily Echo Camera Club

BUTTERFLIES show off their beautiful colours , while tranquil views set the scene across Hampshire .
The past week also @ @ @ @ @ glide across the skies , such as owls , and a group of them were @ @ @ @ @ mini picnic .
And today we are treated to eye-catching close-ups of insects in their @ @ @ @ @ our Daily Echo Camera Club have spotted these moments of nature and wildlife to help @ @ @ @ @ .
Our readers can now start their week off the right way and get a @ @ @ @ @ that surrounds the region .
If you want the chance to get your picture in @ @ @ @ @ join the club at https : //www.facebook.com/groups/decameraclub/ .
Members can give each other advice , @ @ @ @ @ feedback from others .
Every week , we put a selection of pictures together taken @ @ @ @

The past week also saw birds take a gentle glide across the skies, such as owls, and a group of them were even spotted having their own mini picnic.
And today we are treated to eye-catching close-ups of insects in their natural habitats.
Members of our Daily Echo Camera Club have spotted these moments of nature and wildlife to help us create this picture spread.
Our readers can now start their week off the right way and get a glimpse of the true beauty that surrounds the region.
If you want the chance to get your picture in the paper, you can join the club at https://www.facebook.com/groups/decameraclub/.
Members can give each other advice, browse photos and ask for feedback from others.
Every week, we put a selection of pictures together taken by the club.


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--MP Flick Drummond shows support for helicopter company

A HAMPSHIRE MP has written to the government in support of a Whiteley company continuing to maintain the nation 's military helicopter engines .
Flick Drummond , Meon Valley MP , has written to the Ministry of Defence , expressing her support of Safran - the company based in Whiteley which currently holds the contract to maintain the RTM322 engines which power helicopters used by the UK 's armed forces - to be allowed to continue their service .
The RTM322 was developed by Safran under its previous Turbomeca branding , jointly with Rolls-Royce and it has maintained the engines @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This engine is used to power the Merlin and Apache helicopters in the Royal Navy , Royal Marines and the Army .
However , the company , which employs 165 people and was recently judged to be the “ World ’ s Best Helicopter Engine Manufacturer ” by Vertical magazine , has received no news of its tender .
After visiting the company to discuss its work , Flick wrote a letter to government which read asking them to provide an indication into what the decision will be , and calling on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ continue .
Flick said : “ This is a company at the cutting-edge of its industry .
It supports a wide range of customers for their engines and ancillary equipment , and I was impressed by its advanced facilities and skilled group of employees .
“ I was also very happy to support the company and make my view known to the Ministry of Defence that I feel Safran is best placed to continue to maintain these engines for our armed forces .
”

Flick Drummond, Meon Valley MP, has written to the Ministry of Defence, expressing her support of Safran - the company based in Whiteley which currently holds the contract to maintain the RTM322 engines which power helicopters used by the UK's armed forces - to be allowed to continue their service.
The RTM322 was developed by Safran under its previous Turbomeca branding, jointly with Rolls-Royce and it has maintained the engines throughout their service life to date.
This engine is used to power the Merlin and Apache helicopters in the Royal Navy, Royal Marines and the Army.
However, the company, which employs 165 people and was recently judged to be the “World’s Best Helicopter Engine Manufacturer” by Vertical magazine, has received no news of its tender.
After visiting the company to discuss its work, Flick wrote a letter to government which read asking them to provide an indication into what the decision will be, and calling on the Ministry of Defence to allow Safran to continue.
Flick said: “This is a company at the cutting-edge of its industry. It supports a wide range of customers for their engines and ancillary equipment, and I was impressed by its advanced facilities and skilled group of employees.
“I was also very happy to support the company and make my view known to the Ministry of Defence that I feel Safran is best placed to continue to maintain these engines for our armed forces.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Southampton TV repair shop could become studio flats

A TV REPAIR shop could be turned into studio flats should plans be approved by civic chiefs .
Cooper James @ @ @ @ @ turned into six studio flats after plans were submitted to Southampton City Council .
The @ @ @ @ @ repairs , electronic repairs and LCD TV repairs , is on Bevois Road in Southampton @ @ @ @ @ vacant and other buildings in the vicinity of the shop are of residential use on @ @ @ @ @ existing building would require extensive refurbishment to be able to be used by another retail @ @ @ @ @ The proposals could see the creation of six new homes .
A decision on the @ @ @ @ @ yet to be made on the plans by city council bosses .

Cooper James TV Repair Shop could be turned into six studio flats after plans were submitted to Southampton City Council.
The shop, which offered television repairs, electronic repairs and LCD TV repairs, is on Bevois Road in Southampton.
The building is currently vacant and other buildings in the vicinity of the shop are of residential use on the first floors.
The existing building would require extensive refurbishment to be able to be used by another retail provider since its vacancy.
The proposals could see the creation of six new homes.
A decision on the future of the shop is yet to be made on the plans by city council bosses.


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Suspended sentence for man who breached restraining order

A SOUTHAMPTON man has been handed a suspended sentence for breaching a restraining order .
Matthew Antony Albert Wearn , @ @ @ @ @ restraining order on January 23 this year banning him from attending an address in Renown @ @ @ @ @ March 14 , Wearn attended the address without a reasonable excuse .
The court heard @ @ @ @ @ deliberate breach '' of the recently imposed restraining order and that ir caused `` damage @ @ @ @ @ at the address , he damaged floor tiles and sofa cushions of an unknown value @ @ @ @ @ ' Court , he pleaded guilty to breaching his restraining order and one count of @ @ @ @ @ of Orpen Road , Southampton , was committed to prison for six months suspended for @ @ @ @ @ also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £122 and court costs of £85 .

Matthew Antony Albert Wearn, 27, was handed a restraining order on January 23 this year banning him from attending an address in Renown Gardens in Waterlooville.
On March 14, Wearn attended the address without a reasonable excuse.
The court heard how this was a "deliberate breach" of the recently imposed restraining order and that ir caused "damage and distress".
While at the address, he damaged floor tiles and sofa cushions of an unknown value.
Appearing at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court, he pleaded guilty to breaching his restraining order and one count of damaging property.
Wearn, of Orpen Road, Southampton, was committed to prison for six months suspended for two years.
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £122 and court costs of £85.


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Southampton sees spike in Covid-19 cases

SOUTHAMPTON has seen a spike in Covid-19 cases in the past week following an earlier drop .
The city saw coronavirus infection rates jump from four new cases for every 100,000 residents to 5.1 in the week ending July 10 .
The latest figures released by Public Health England show the rate has also increased in the New Forest with 1.1 cases to 0.6 .
However , other parts of Hampshire have seen a decrease , with the Test Valley dropping from 2.4 to 1.6 and Eastleigh from 1.5 to 0.8 .
Meanwhile , the rate in Winchester has gone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from 3.3 to 1.4 .
New data is released each week and shows how rates of positive coronavirus tests are changing in each area .
The figures , which are for the seven days to July 10 , are based on tests carried out in laboratories and in the wider community .
The rate is expressed as the new number of new cases per 100,000 population .
In Leicester , the rate has fallen slightly from 117.7 in the seven days to July 3 to 114.3 in the seven days to July 10 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ days to June 26 .
Second on the list is Pendle , where the rate has gone up from 14.2 to 67.8 .
This has been caused by a spike in new cases recorded on July 6 and 7 .
The jump in the rate for Herefordshire from 1.6 to 36.4 is due to 63 cases being recorded on July 9 , linked to an outbreak on a farm near Worcester .

The city saw coronavirus infection rates jump from four new cases for every 100,000 residents to 5.1 in the week ending July 10.
The latest figures released by Public Health England show the rate has also increased in the New Forest with 0.6 cases to 1.1.
However, other parts of Hampshire have seen a decrease, with the Test Valley dropping from 2.4 to 1.6 and Eastleigh from 1.5 to 0.8.
Meanwhile, the rate in Winchester has gone from 1.6 to 0.8 and in Portsmouth from 3.3 to 1.4.
New data is released each week and shows how rates of positive coronavirus tests are changing in each area.
The figures, which are for the seven days to July 10, are based on tests carried out in laboratories and in the wider community.
The rate is expressed as the new number of new cases per 100,000 population.
In Leicester, the rate has fallen slightly from 117.7 in the seven days to July 3 to 114.3 in the seven days to July 10. It was 156.8 in the seven days to June 26.
Second on the list is Pendle, where the rate has gone up from 14.2 to 67.8. This has been caused by a spike in new cases recorded on July 6 and 7.
The jump in the rate for Herefordshire from 1.6 to 36.4 is due to 63 cases being recorded on July 9, linked to an outbreak on a farm near Worcester.


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Hampshire police use dispersal order at Riverside Park, Southampton

POLICE have used special powers to crack down on crime and anti-social behaviour in a city park Officers set up a dispersal order after `` large groups '' flocked to Riverside Park over the weekend .
One person was ordered to leave the area and two others were stopped and searched .
The order covered an area of the park from Mansbridge by the A27 , through to Woodmill Lane and onto Cobden Bridge .
It was put in place on Saturday and expired at 5.45pm on Sunday .
The order gives officers the power to disperse groups and seize @ @ @ @ @ @ @ under 16-years-old can escorted home .
Officers remained in the area to ensure the groups dispersed .
A police spokesperson said : `` We know that anti-social behaviour has a negative impact on residents and those using Riverside Park and this behaviour is not acceptable .
`` Anyone who witnesses anti-social behaviour or large gatherings of people should call 101 or report it to us online .
`` Any information from the public can help us build a bigger picture of what is happening , and allows us to plan accordingly . ''

Officers set up a dispersal order after "large groups" flocked to Riverside Park over the weekend.
One person was ordered to leave the area and two others were stopped and searched.
The order covered an area of the park from Mansbridge by the A27, through to Woodmill Lane and onto Cobden Bridge.
Southern Daily Echo Camera Club photo by Paul Robinson - River Itchen and Riverside park.
It was put in place on Saturday and expired at 5.45pm on Sunday.
The order gives officers the power to disperse groups and seize items from trouble-makers.
Meanwhile, youngsters under 16-years-old can escorted home.
Officers remained in the area to ensure the groups dispersed.
A police spokesperson said: "We know that anti-social behaviour has a negative impact on residents and those using Riverside Park and this behaviour is not acceptable.
"Anyone who witnesses anti-social behaviour or large gatherings of people should call 101 or report it to us online.
"Any information from the public can help us build a bigger picture of what is happening, and allows us to plan accordingly."


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--You could save thousands on stamp duty with these homes

Potential property buyers are now able to save up to £25,000 in stamp duty tax if they buy a property between now and March 31 next year .
The Chancellor , Rishi Sunak , has implemented plans to increase the stamp duty threshold from £125,000 to £500,000 in hopes to keep the property market moving .
The government has said nearly nine out of ten people getting on or moving up the property ladder will now pay no Stamp Duty at all .
The aim is to boost the housing market and the wider economy to help the UK recover @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It comes after the property market was effectively closed between the end of March and mid-May .
Rightmove have said that people enquiring about properties under £500,000 makes up 84 per cent of all buyer enquiries in England .
Stamp duty ( or stamp duty land tax , SDLT ) is a tax you pay if you buy a property or piece of land over a certain price in England and Northern Ireland .
The tax applies to both freehold and leasehold properties , whether you ’ re buying outright or with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people had to pay stamp duty on homes over £125,000 or non-residential land and properties over £150,000 .
The amont of tax you would have had to pay would go up as the value of the property increased .
Properties between £125,000 to £250,000 would previously have had to pay two per cent SDLT whilst properties between £250,001 and £500,000 would have had to pay five per cent tax .
This one bedroom apartment is located in the historic South Western House which was once the famous hotel the for cruise ship , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Shirley , this three bed family home could save you £4,800 in Stamp Duty tax .
This three bedroom detached family home boasts an immaculate landscaped garden and quirky features throughout the property .
• Off road parking for three cars Offered on the market for offers upwards of £375,000 this three bedroom semi-detached house can save the buyers £18,750 in tax .
The property is located in the highly sought after Bassett Green Estate conservation area .
This four bedroom detached home in West End brings in a huge saving of @ @ @ @ @ @

The Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, has implemented plans to increase the stamp duty threshold from £125,000 to £500,000 in hopes to keep the property market moving.
The government has said nearly nine out of ten people getting on or moving up the property ladder will now pay no Stamp Duty at all.
The aim is to boost the housing market and the wider economy to help the UK recover from the consequences of the coronavirus pandemic.
It comes after the property market was effectively closed between the end of March and mid-May.
Rightmove have said that people enquiring about properties under £500,000 makes up 84 per cent of all buyer enquiries in England.
What is stamp duty?
Stamp duty (or stamp duty land tax, SDLT) is a tax you pay if you buy a property or piece of land over a certain price in England and Northern Ireland.
The tax applies to both freehold and leasehold properties, whether you’re buying outright or with a mortgage.
Before the announcement, people had to pay stamp duty on homes over £125,000 or non-residential land and properties over £150,000.
The amont of tax you would have had to pay would go up as the value of the property increased.
Properties between £125,000 to £250,000 would previously have had to pay two per cent SDLT whilst properties between £250,001 and £500,000 would have had to pay five per cent tax.
Saving: £3,200
£160,000 - South Western House, Southampton SO14
This one bedroom apartment is located in the historic South Western House which was once the famous hotel the for cruise ship, Titanic.
Key features include:
Concierge
Secure gated parking
Historic building
Fantastic location
Saving: £4,800
£240,000 - Heysham Road, Southampton SO15
Image courtesy of Connells
Located in the popular area of Shirley, this three bed family home could save you £4,800 in Stamp Duty tax.
Key features include:
Victorian style property
Victorian style fireplaces
Large enclosed rear garden with rear access
Saving: £16,250
£325,000 - Oakley Road, Southampton SO16
This three bedroom detached family home boasts an immaculate landscaped garden and quirky features throughout the property.
Key features include:
Off road parking for three cars
Loxone electrical system throughout the property
Saving: £18,750
£375,000 - Ethelburt Avenue, Southampton SO16
Image courtesy of Charles Powell
Offered on the market for offers upwards of £375,000 this three bedroom semi-detached house can save the buyers £18,750 in tax.
The property is located in the highly sought after Bassett Green Estate conservation area.
Key features include:
Views over the top green
Two generous reception rooms
Modern kitchen and bathroom
Saving: £25,000
£500,000 - Hill Cottage Gardens, West End, Southampton SO18
Image courtesy of Fox and Sons
This four bedroom detached home in West End brings in a huge saving of £25,000 in Stamp Duty Tax.
Key features include:


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Fire crews called to blaze involving outbuilding in Hillview Road, Hythe

TWO fire crews were called to a blaze at Hillview Road in Hythe .
A Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service @ @ @ @ @ and Beaulieu fire stations were mobilised at 2.45pm today .
They added : `` The @ @ @ @ @ for storage and was extinguished using two breathing apparatus and three jets . ''
The @ @ @ @ @ heat damage to the fascias of neighbouring properties .
The stop message came in at @ @ @ @ @ crew from Lymington fire station was called to a small fire in the open at @ @ @ @ @

A Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said crews from Hardley and Beaulieu fire stations were mobilised at 2.45pm today.
They added: "The fire involved an outbuilding used for storage and was extinguished using two breathing apparatus and three jets."
The spokesperson said there was also heat damage to the fascias of neighbouring properties.
The stop message came in at 3.33pm.
Shortly afterwards a crew from Lymington fire station was called to a small fire in the open at Shotts Lane, Boldre.


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Teen jailed for causing death of grandmother in Isle of Wight crash

A teenager has been jailed for 18 months for causing the death by dangerous driving of a grandmother who died in a crash involving two cars and a bus .
Yvonne Copland died following the collision at the junction of Forest Road and Betty Haunt Lane near Newport , Isle of Wight – which sparked a major incident on April 14 , 2019 .
Yaashmi Ravikumar , of Buller Road , Laindon , Essex , pleaded guilty at Newport Crown Court to causing death by dangerous driving and four counts of causing serious injury by dangerous driving .
The 19-year-old @ @ @ @ @ @ @ young offender ’ s institute , disqualified from driving for 33 months and will be required to take an extended retest .
Ms Copland , 64 , from Newport , pictured below , was travelling in a red Fiat Bravo when the accident happened .
Three other people in the car were taken to hospital in a serious condition .
The driver of the bus , a man in his 50s , suffered a serious injury and 10 passengers on the bus were taken to hospital as a precaution .
Four people travelling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taken to hospital as a precaution .
The Isle of Wight NHS Trust declared a “ major incident ” after the accident as four of the casualties had to be airlifted to mainland hospitals .
Ms Copland ’ s family said in a statement released after her death : “ Much loved wife , ‘ ma ’ of four children and four grandchildren who was loved by all who knew her .
She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.
” Sergeant Jonathan Bates , of Hampshire police , said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and we can ’ t stress enough to people the impact that dangerous driving can have on others .
“ Our thoughts are with Yvonne ’ s family , Mr Pitman , and all those who have been affected by this collision .
”

Yvonne Copland died following the collision at the junction of Forest Road and Betty Haunt Lane near Newport, Isle of Wight – which sparked a major incident on April 14, 2019.
Yaashmi Ravikumar, of Buller Road, Laindon, Essex, pleaded guilty at Newport Crown Court to causing death by dangerous driving and four counts of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
The 19-year-old was sentenced to 18 months in a young offender’s institute, disqualified from driving for 33 months and will be required to take an extended retest.
Ms Copland, 64, from Newport, pictured below, was travelling in a red Fiat Bravo when the accident happened. Three other people in the car were taken to hospital in a serious condition.
The driver of the bus, a man in his 50s, suffered a serious injury and 10 passengers on the bus were taken to hospital as a precaution.
Four people travelling in the silver Mini Cooper were also taken to hospital as a precaution.
The Isle of Wight NHS Trust declared a “major incident” after the accident as four of the casualties had to be airlifted to mainland hospitals.
Ms Copland’s family said in a statement released after her death: “Much loved wife, ‘ma’ of four children and four grandchildren who was loved by all who knew her. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.”
Sergeant Jonathan Bates, of Hampshire police, said: “This was a tragic case, and we can’t stress enough to people the impact that dangerous driving can have on others.
“Our thoughts are with Yvonne’s family, Mr Pitman, and all those who have been affected by this collision.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Hampshire builder hit by tram celebrating birthday in Prague

A self-employed Hampshire builder died on his 45th birthday when he was hit by a tram in Prague during a weekend away to celebrate with his girlfriend , an inquest has heard .
James Elton had gone with his partner , Amber Minterne , for the trip to the Czech Republic which she had given to him as a present .
Ms Minterne told the Winchester inquest held remotely by videolink that they had enjoyed the weekend visiting the tourist sites and had spent his birthday on November 3 last year drinking in bars .
She said : “ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was very good at that , I could never keep up .
“ One of the last bars was an Irish bar , we had lots of fun in there , drinking shots , people-watching .
“ We were both drunk , I wouldn ’ t say very drunk , we had been drinking all day.
” She said they then ate at a McDonald ’ s before playing hide and seek as they made their way back to their hotel .
Ms Minterne added : “ We were just having fun and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being drunk , skipping around , dancing , jumping out on each other.
” She said she lost sight of Mr Elton , from Crookham Village , Fleet , and returned to the hotel and went back to look for him when she saw the emergency services .
She said : “ I came back out and I remember trying to call him , that is when I remember seeing the emergency lights and I crossed over the road and that ’ s where I saw a man lying on the ground in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ view of how the accident happened , Ms Minterne added : “ Due to the alcohol and what we were doing he misjudged it and didn ’ t look crossing in between cars.
” She added : “ They told me he died on impact .
“ They said the impact would have killed him straightaway.
” Paying tribute to Mr Elton , she added : “ He was a very beautiful man both inside and out and made a massive difference to my life the seven years I knew him.
” Mr @ @ @ @ @ @ @ added : “ He worked all his life to build up his own company and was on top of his game when this unfortunately happened .
“ He was fun-loving and just enjoyed life.
” Coroner Jason Pegg said Mr Elton died of a head injury and recorded a verdict of accidental death .
He said : “ James was in Prague with his partner Amber for a celebratory weekend in relation to his birthday .
“ It ’ s that much more tragic he should lose his life on the day of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ It ’ s more likely , in his inebriated state , he simply failed to recognised the speed and distance of the approaching tram as he stepped out from between two parked vehicles and to his surprise was struck by the tram .
”

James Elton had gone with his partner, Amber Minterne, for the trip to the Czech Republic which she had given to him as a present.
Ms Minterne told the Winchester inquest held remotely by videolink that they had enjoyed the weekend visiting the tourist sites and had spent his birthday on November 3 last year drinking in bars.
She said: “We consumed a lot of alcohol, he was very good at that, I could never keep up.
“One of the last bars was an Irish bar, we had lots of fun in there, drinking shots, people-watching.
“We were both drunk, I wouldn’t say very drunk, we had been drinking all day.”
She said they then ate at a McDonald’s before playing hide and seek as they made their way back to their hotel.
Ms Minterne added: “We were just having fun and mucking about, almost like young teenagers being drunk, skipping around, dancing, jumping out on each other.”
She said she lost sight of Mr Elton, from Crookham Village, Fleet, and returned to the hotel and went back to look for him when she saw the emergency services.
She said: “I came back out and I remember trying to call him, that is when I remember seeing the emergency lights and I crossed over the road and that’s where I saw a man lying on the ground in front of a tram.”
Giving her view of how the accident happened, Ms Minterne added: “Due to the alcohol and what we were doing he misjudged it and didn’t look crossing in between cars.”
She added: “They told me he died on impact.
“They said the impact would have killed him straightaway.”
Paying tribute to Mr Elton, she added: “He was a very beautiful man both inside and out and made a massive difference to my life the seven years I knew him.”
Mr Elton’s father, Maurice Elton added: “He worked all his life to build up his own company and was on top of his game when this unfortunately happened.
“He was fun-loving and just enjoyed life.”
Coroner Jason Pegg said Mr Elton died of a head injury and recorded a verdict of accidental death.
He said: “James was in Prague with his partner Amber for a celebratory weekend in relation to his birthday.
“It’s that much more tragic he should lose his life on the day of his birthday celebrations.”
He added: “It’s more likely, in his inebriated state, he simply failed to recognised the speed and distance of the approaching tram as he stepped out from between two parked vehicles and to his surprise was struck by the tram.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Tesco axes one-way system and changes rules for shoppers

Supermarket chain Tesco has axed its one-way system in stores and confirmed a number of other changes for shoppers .
It comes after strict rules were introduced following the lockdown to help keep customers and staff safe .
But as restrictions continue to slowly be eased , with the likes of shops , pubs and restaurants now reopening to customers , Tesco has relaxed its social distancing measures in stores .
The supermarket has scrapped its one-way systems inside shops and is allowing more customers to go inside at one time .
The increased capacity in Tesco supermarkets will help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ come as the new ‘ one metre plus ’ social distancing rule comes into force in England , although many businesses are still encouraging people to remain two metres apart .
Tesco confirmed to The Sun that , despite its one-way system being removed , it will continue to ask customers to stay two metres apart .
Floor markings will remain in place throughout supermarkets to help remind customers to observe social distancing .
As well as the social distancing measures , Tesco has also increased its 80 item limit to 95 per @ @ @ @ @ @ @ returned to normal .
Just a few months ago , the supermarket had imposed a limit of just three items per customer on specific products , such as toilet roll , to help prevent people from stockpiling , but this rule was later removed in April .
What limits and rules are still in place ?
However , there is still a ‘ three per person ’ limit on face coverings sold in store , while the same limit applies to online orders of face coverings , antibacterial handwash , antibacterial wipes , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shoppers can still enjoy priority access in Tesco stores on Mondays , Wednesdays and Fridays , between 9am and 10am , and Tesco ’ s Express and Metro stores have now returned to their normal opening hours .
This is typically between 7am and 11pm .

It comes after strict rules were introduced following the lockdown to help keep customers and staff safe.
But as restrictions continue to slowly be eased, with the likes of shops, pubs and restaurants now reopening to customers, Tesco has relaxed its social distancing measures in stores.
What rules have changed?
The supermarket has scrapped its one-way systems inside shops and is allowing more customers to go inside at one time.
The increased capacity in Tesco supermarkets will help to minimise outdoor queues.
The changes come as the new ‘one metre plus’ social distancing rule comes into force in England, although many businesses are still encouraging people to remain two metres apart.
Tesco confirmed to The Sun that, despite its one-way system being removed, it will continue to ask customers to stay two metres apart.
Floor markings will remain in place throughout supermarkets to help remind customers to observe social distancing.
Item limit increased
As well as the social distancing measures, Tesco has also increased its 80 item limit to 95 per customer, as stock levels have now returned to normal.
Just a few months ago, the supermarket had imposed a limit of just three items per customer on specific products, such as toilet roll, to help prevent people from stockpiling, but this rule was later removed in April.
What limits and rules are still in place?
However, there is still a ‘three per person’ limit on face coverings sold in store, while the same limit applies to online orders of face coverings, antibacterial handwash, antibacterial wipes, flour and eggs.
Elderly and vulnerable shoppers can still enjoy priority access in Tesco stores on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, between 9am and 10am, and Tesco’s Express and Metro stores have now returned to their normal opening hours. This is typically between 7am and 11pm.


thedailyecho--2020-07-13--Share pictures of your glorious garden in Hampshire with us

As lockdown forced many of us to spend much more time at home , a lot of people turned their attention to their gardens .
We were unable to admire the gorgeous gardens of the National Trust , National Garden Scheme and more this spring but we can share pictures of our own .
So send us a photo of your garden , window box or allotment here , telling us who you are and what area/town you live in We want you to help take us on a virtual tour of the glorious gardens around the region .
Lots @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , delighting their occupants with an array of beautiful floral displays .
Or have you created an oasis of calm to relax in during stressful times with chimes , lights and a water feature ?
Perhaps you 've been cooking up a storm with a kitchen garden or barbecue ?
Or are you now the proud owner of your very own lockdown pub , which a few family and friends are now able to enjoy ?
Do you get to sample your own honey from a beehive or make jam from homegrown strawberries @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with a pond providing a whole new world of wildlife .
Whether it 's an oasis of pots , a sprawling lawn with bright borders , beautiful hanging baskets or something completely unique , we want to see your gorgeous gardens .
Maybe it 's window boxes , a veg plot or an allotment , if you 're proud of your efforts share it with us here or email pictures and some details to lorelei.reddin @ dailyecho.co.uk

We were unable to admire the gorgeous gardens of the National Trust, National Garden Scheme and more this spring but we can share pictures of our own.
So send us a photo of your garden, window box or allotment here, telling us who you are and what area/town you live in
We want you to help take us on a virtual tour of the glorious gardens around the region.
Lots of gardens will be in full bloom, delighting their occupants with an array of beautiful floral displays.
Or have you created an oasis of calm to relax in during stressful times with chimes, lights and a water feature?
Perhaps you've been cooking up a storm with a kitchen garden or barbecue?
Or are you now the proud owner of your very own lockdown pub, which a few family and friends are now able to enjoy?
Do you get to sample your own honey from a beehive or make jam from homegrown strawberries?
Perhaps fish are your thing, with a pond providing a whole new world of wildlife.
Whether it's an oasis of pots, a sprawling lawn with bright borders, beautiful hanging baskets or something completely unique, we want to see your gorgeous gardens.
Maybe it's window boxes, a veg plot or an allotment, if you're proud of your efforts share it with us here or email pictures and some details to lorelei.reddin@dailyecho.co.uk


thedailyecho--2020-07-14--Two people arrested by police following death of baby in Hythe

Two people have been arrested arrested following death of a baby in Hythe last .
A 26-year-old woman has been @ @ @ @ @ and a 42-year-old man has been held on suspicion of allowing the death of a @ @ @ @ @ investigation in February 2019 after the ambulance service reported that they were dealing with a @ @ @ @ @ unwell .
A police spokesman said today : `` The baby was taken to Southampton @ @ @ @ @ pronounced dead on Wednesday 6 February .
`` Following the incident we arrested a man @ @ @ @ @ on suspicion of attempted murder .
`` They were questioned by officers and then released @ @ @ @ @ .
The same two persons were re-arrested on suspicion of murder in August 2019 and @ @ @ @ @ further enquiries .
`` Today we have re-arrested a 26-year-old woman on suspicion of murder @ @ @ @ @ on suspicion of allowing the death of a child .
`` Both remain in police @ @ @ @ @ ''

A 26-year-old woman has been detained on suspicion of murder and a 42-year-old man has been held on suspicion of allowing the death of a child.
Police launched a investigation in February 2019 after the ambulance service reported that they were dealing with a one-month-old baby who was seriously unwell.
A police spokesman said today: "The baby was taken to Southampton General Hospital but was subsequently pronounced dead on Wednesday 6 February.
"Following the incident we arrested a man and a woman from Hythe on suspicion of attempted murder.
"They were questioned by officers and then released on bail pending further enquiries. The same two persons were re-arrested on suspicion of murder in August 2019 and also released on bail pending further enquiries.
"Today we have re-arrested a 26-year-old woman on suspicion of murder, and a 42-year-old man on suspicion of allowing the death of a child.
"Both remain in police custody at this time."


thedailyecho--2020-07-14--Solent Flour Mills: Demolition of Southampton building looms

WORK to demolish a landmark building in Southampton could begin as early as tomorrow , it has been claimed by a senior civic figure .
Cllr Sarah Bogle has said that the demolition of the Solent Flour Mills is set to start on July 15 .
Associated British Ports ( ABP ) neither confirmed nor denied the claims , but said the demolition of the building will start “ shortly ” .
Campaigners said its loss would be “ a tragedy ” for the city .
But port bosses said the space “ is needed ” to preserve and grow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as more than 1,000 people signed a petition to save the site .
Cllr Bogle , heritage champion at Southampton City Council , had previously called on ABP to work with civic chiefs and residents to find an alternative .
She said : “ Confirmation has come through that demolition is due to start on 15/07/20 after COVID19 put the original start date of 23/03/20 back , giving the building a temporary reprieve .
It ’ s a sad day that a building that could be Southampton ’ s answer to the Baltic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will no longer be with us .
I am deeply disappointed this is going ahead and am grateful for all the support from many individuals and organisations , especially Save Britain ’ s Heritage , in trying to save this historic building .
We will continue to press for a change of heart.
” Freemantle councillor Dave Shields said to be disappointed that no alternatives were found .
He added : “ I ’ m deeply saddened by this loss to our rich industrial heritage .
I hope that ABP makes good use @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mills , campaigner Kate Baker added : “ It is one of the best examples of Sir Alfred Gelder ’ s architectural practice Gelder and Kitchen .
Sir Alfred was my great-grandfather .
There are very few well-designed buildings of that period in the 1920 ’ s that survived the devastation of the second world war in Southampton .
This is a prime example .
Southampton ’ s architectural heritage is an extremely important part of our city ’ s identity and we can not afford to lose any of the few remaining @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tragedy for Southampton.
” ABP did not confirm a start date for the demolition work but in a statement it said : “ We will shortly be commencing demolition of the old mill , which we envisage will take around nine months to complete .
`` We have engaged demolition contractors for the site , but work has not yet begun .
We have commissioned heritage experts to create a comprehensive record of the building in its current form , which we will share with the city council and local museum .
Over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with a number of people and organisations to identify alternative uses for the site but unfortunately no financially viable proposals were put forward.
” As reported , Hovis ceased milling operations at the site in 2018 .

Cllr Sarah Bogle has said that the demolition of the Solent Flour Mills is set to start on July 15.
Associated British Ports (ABP) neither confirmed nor denied the claims, but said the demolition of the building will start “shortly”.
Campaigners said its loss would be “a tragedy” for the city.
But port bosses said the space “is needed” to preserve and grow employment in Southampton.
The news comes as more than 1,000 people signed a petition to save the site.
Cllr Bogle, heritage champion at Southampton City Council, had previously called on ABP to work with civic chiefs and residents to find an alternative.
She said: “Confirmation has come through that demolition is due to start on 15/07/20 after COVID19 put the original start date of 23/03/20 back, giving the building a temporary reprieve. It’s a sad day that a building that could be Southampton’s answer to the Baltic, Tate Modern or Battersea Power station will no longer be with us. I am deeply disappointed this is going ahead and am grateful for all the support from many individuals and organisations, especially Save Britain’s Heritage, in trying to save this historic building. We will continue to press for a change of heart.”
Freemantle councillor Dave Shields said to be disappointed that no alternatives were found.
He added: “I’m deeply saddened by this loss to our rich industrial heritage. I hope that ABP makes good use of the site.”
Talking about the mills, campaigner Kate Baker added: “It is one of the best examples of Sir Alfred Gelder’s architectural practice Gelder and Kitchen. Sir Alfred was my great-grandfather. There are very few well-designed buildings of that period in the 1920’s that survived the devastation of the second world war in Southampton. This is a prime example. Southampton’s architectural heritage is an extremely important part of our city’s identity and we cannot afford to lose any of the few remaining high quality buildings left.This will be a tragedy for Southampton.”
ABP did not confirm a start date for the demolition work but in a statement it said: “We will shortly be commencing demolition of the old mill, which we envisage will take around nine months to complete.
"We have engaged demolition contractors for the site, but work has not yet begun. We have commissioned heritage experts to create a comprehensive record of the building in its current form, which we will share with the city council and local museum. Over the past year, we have consulted with a number of people and organisations to identify alternative uses for the site but unfortunately no financially viable proposals were put forward.”
As reported, Hovis ceased milling operations at the site in 2018.


thedailyecho--2020-07-14--BEST and WORST GP surgeries in Southampton

Southampton residents are less happy , on average , with their doctors surgeries than the rest of the UK .
The GP Patient has revealed how the city ’ s doctor ’ s surgeries were rated for the past year .
The overall patient satisfaction levels for surgeries across the city have stayed consistent with the same time last year , figures have revealed .
On average 77 per cent of patients would rate their experience at their surgery as ‘ good ’ which is five per cent below average .
Residents were asked for their opinion on a variety @ @ @ @ @ @ @ appointments , waiting times , out-of-hours services and the quality of care given .
The GP Patient Survey for NHS England has been running since 2007 , this year 740,000 responses were received nation-wide .
Fewer Southampton residents joined the survey this year compared to last with only 2,572 people taking part .
Cheviot Road surgery is the city ’ s most well-liked surgery , with 100 per cent of patients rating their overall experience as ‘ good ’ .
Highfield Health and Stoneham Lane Surgery have overtaken last year ’ s most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ joint rating of over 95 percent .
Lordshill Health Centre dropped to a 90 percent ‘ good ’ rating from last year ’ s 95 per cent .
Whereas patients only 41 per cent of patients at the Living Well Partnership rated their overall experience as ‘ good ’ .
The Living Well Partnership brings together Bitterne Park Surgery , Ladies Walk Practice , Weston Lane Surgery and St Lukes Surgery and Botley Surgery .
The partnership cares for over 42,000 patients and was recently rated as “ requires improvement ” by the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 14 surgeries remained below the national average for patient satisfaction .
This included : Old Fire Station Surgery ( 80 per cent ) , Raymond Road Surgery ( 80 per cent ) , Homeless Healthcare Team ( 78 per cent ) , The Shirley Health Partnership ( 77 per cent ) , Atherley House Surgery ( 75 per cent ) , Alma Road Surgery ( 74 per cent ) , Woolston Lodge Surgery ( 73 per cent ) , Aldermoor Surgery ( 70 per cent ) , Solent GP Surgery ( 70 per @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 69 per cent ) , Victor Street Surgery ( 69 per cent ) , The Peartree Practice ( 66 per cent ) , The Living Well Partnership ( 41 per cent ) .
On average 58 per cent of Southampton residents found it easy to get through to someone from their surgery on the phone .
The helpfulness of receptionists was also surveyed , with Southampton GPs polling at 87 per cent being helpful .
The overall patient satisfaction ratings for Southampton GP practices : The Living Well Partnership - 41 per cent

The GP Patient has revealed how the city’s doctor’s surgeries were rated for the past year.
The overall patient satisfaction levels for surgeries across the city have stayed consistent with the same time last year, figures have revealed.
On average 77 per cent of patients would rate their experience at their surgery as ‘good’ which is five per cent below average.
Residents were asked for their opinion on a variety of elements with practices, from booking appointments, waiting times, out-of-hours services and the quality of care given.
The GP Patient Survey for NHS England has been running since 2007, this year 740,000 responses were received nation-wide.
Fewer Southampton residents joined the survey this year compared to last with only 2,572 people taking part.
Cheviot Road surgery is the city’s most well-liked surgery, with 100 per cent of patients rating their overall experience as ‘good’.
Highfield Health and Stoneham Lane Surgery have overtaken last year’s most liked surgery, Lordshill, with a joint rating of over 95 percent.
Lordshill Health Centre dropped to a 90 percent ‘good’ rating from last year’s 95 per cent.
Whereas patients only 41 per cent of patients at the Living Well Partnership rated their overall experience as ‘good’.
The Living Well Partnership brings together Bitterne Park Surgery, Ladies Walk Practice, Weston Lane Surgery and St Lukes Surgery and Botley Surgery.
The partnership cares for over 42,000 patients and was recently rated as “requires improvement” by the Care Quality Commission.
Overall however, 14 surgeries remained below the national average for patient satisfaction.
This included: Old Fire Station Surgery (80 per cent), Raymond Road Surgery (80 per cent), Homeless Healthcare Team (78 per cent), The Shirley Health Partnership (77 per cent), Atherley House Surgery (75 per cent), Alma Road Surgery (74 per cent), Woolston Lodge Surgery (73 per cent), Aldermoor Surgery (70 per cent), Solent GP Surgery (70 per cent), Brook House Surgery (69 per cent), Victor Street Surgery (69 per cent), The Peartree Practice (66 per cent), The Living Well Partnership (41 per cent).
On average 58 per cent of Southampton residents found it easy to get through to someone from their surgery on the phone.
The helpfulness of receptionists was also surveyed, with Southampton GPs polling at 87 per cent being helpful.
The overall patient satisfaction ratings for Southampton GP practices:
Cheviot Road Surgery - 96 per cent
Highfield Health - 93 per cent
Stoneham Lane Surgery - 93 per cent
West End Road Surgery - 90 per cent
Lordshill Health Centre - 90 per cent
Hill Lane Surgery - 87 per cent
Mulberry House Surgery - 87 per cent
St Mary’s Surgery - 86 per cent
University Health Service - 84 per cent
St Peter’s Surgery - 84 per cent
Townshill Surgery - 83 per cent
Burgess Road Surgery - 82 per cent
Walnut Tree Surgery - 82 per cent
Old Fire Station Surgery - 80 per cent
Raymond Road Surgery - 80 per cent
Homeless Healthcare Team - 78 per cent
The Shirley Health Partnership - 77 per cent
Atherley House Surgery -75 per cent
Alma Road Surgery - 74 per cent
Woolston Lodge Surgery - 73 per cent
Aldermoor Surgery - 70 per cent
Solent GP Surgery - 70 per cent
Brook House Surgery - 69 per cent
Victor Street Surgery - 69 per cent
The Peartree Practice - 66 per cent
The Living Well Partnership - 41 per cent


thedailyecho--2020-07-14--7Bone to reopen its doors in Southampton this week

A POPULAR American-style burger bar is to reopen its doors in Southampton this week .
7Bone Burger Co on Portswood @ @ @ @ @ for walk-ins and click-and-college orders .
It comes after the restaurant was closed for months @ @ @ @ @ the coronavirus pandemic .
Although the restaurant was still providing a delivery service through Deliveroo @ @ @ @ @ to enjoy a sit-down meal .
The restaurant will reopen on Thursday , July 16 @ @ @ @ @ Customers can just turn up on the day and get a table , or order @ @ @ @ @ restaurant is also offering 10 per cent off using the code 10NOSHOWS .
Other 7Bone @ @ @ @ @ will be Hove , Newbury , Eastbourne , Reading , Portsmouth and Camberley .

7Bone Burger Co on Portswood Road is opening its doors for walk-ins and click-and-college orders.
It comes after the restaurant was closed for months due to Government restrictions surrounds the coronavirus pandemic.
Although the restaurant was still providing a delivery service through Deliveroo, customers were not able to enjoy a sit-down meal.
The restaurant will reopen on Thursday, July 16, with no bookings.
Customers can just turn up on the day and get a table, or order a click-and-collect meal.
The restaurant is also offering 10 per cent off using the code 10NOSHOWS.
Other 7Bone restaurants opening on that day will be Hove, Newbury, Eastbourne, Reading, Portsmouth and Camberley.


thedailyecho--2020-07-14--Fire crews rescue horse after she gets stuck in ditch in Sway

FIREFIGHTERS went to the aid of a horse which was stuck in a ditch in the New Forest .
Crews @ @ @ @ @ 13-year-old Romie was unable to free herself .
They rescued her using a lifting harness @ @ @ @ @ to a forklift truck .
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service ( HFRS ) tweeted : @ @ @ @ @ bit of a night-mare when she became stuck in a ditch in Sway .
`` @ @ @ @ @ Equine vets were on hand to help the 16-hand mare out using a manitou .
@ @ @ @ @ from four fire stations - Brockenhurst , Eastleigh , New Milton and Winchester - were @ @ @ @ @ Road in Sway .
They added : `` A thirteen-year-old horse had become stuck in @ @ @ @ @ legs weren ’ t visible .
`` Barn Equine vets were on scene and sedated @ @ @ @ @ .
`` A manitou was used to safely lift the horse out of the ditch @ @ @ @ @ in at 12.20 . ''

Crews were called to Sway after 13-year-old Romie was unable to free herself.
They rescued her using a lifting harness and a mobile machine similar to a forklift truck.
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service (HFRS) tweeted: "Romie got in a bit of a night-mare when she became stuck in a ditch in Sway.
"Animal Rescue Advisors and Barn Equine vets were on hand to help the 16-hand mare out using a manitou."
HFRS was alerted at 9.18 yesterday.
A spokesperson said crews from four fire stations - Brockenhurst, Eastleigh, New Milton and Winchester - were sent to Lower Mead End Road in Sway.
They added: "A thirteen-year-old horse had become stuck in a ditch and her back legs weren’t visible.
"Barn Equine vets were on scene and sedated the horse for the rescue.
"A manitou was used to safely lift the horse out of the ditch and the stop message came in at 12.20."