thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Bar and restaurant owners back new plans that could bring visitors to 'great city'

BAR and restaurant owners say that new rules could encourage people to visit Southampton .
The new joint initiative - Southampton Inside Out - aims to ensure it is as quick and easy as possible for businesses to introduce new or extended outside seating areas .
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Southampton is working with Southampton City Council to create more opportunities for outdoor dining in the city to help support the hospitality sector .
Hospitality bosses in the city have said they are `` fully behind '' the new scheme and said that it will bring `` obvious economic benefits to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Council is offering a temporary three-month pavement licence for £50 , with the option to extend to 12 months for an additional £50 .
Changes to existing tables and chairs permits will not incur a fee , and reductions on costs aim to make the use of outdoor space for additional trade more financially viable for businesses .
It also includes plans to trial the use of designated city centre spaces for extra outdoor trading .
Two initial pilot schemes are currently being progressed ; one utilising the historic Canute ’ s Palace @ @ @ @ @ @ @ parts of Bedford Place and Carlton Place .
John Cooney , owner of The Cricketers Arms in Carlton Place and part of the scheme ’ s working group said : “ I am delighted that Southampton Council and GO !
Southampton are taking a proactive approach in the context of what we all know is a very unusual state of affairs .
`` The Southampton Inside Out initiative is most welcome and I am fully behind it .
`` A fresh , outdoor dimension to dining and socialising is well worth trying in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the safety and wellbeing of residents and clients is of paramount importance and will work with the team to ensure that ventures into this new and exciting area are very well prepared and tightly controlled.
” Gary Bennetton , who owns Switch and Orange Rooms in Southampton , added : “ Southampton Inside Out is a great initiative to help both independent and national operators gain some welcome traction following the devastating effect of Covid-19 on the hospitality trade .
`` By animating and bringing to life underutilised highways we will be actively @ @ @ @ @ @ @ again , whilst bringing obvious economic benefits to the wider local economy .
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The new joint initiative - Southampton Inside Out - aims to ensure it is as quick and easy as possible for businesses to introduce new or extended outside seating areas.
Go! Southampton is working with Southampton City Council to create more opportunities for outdoor dining in the city to help support the hospitality sector.
Hospitality bosses in the city have said they are "fully behind" the new scheme and said that it will bring " obvious economic benefits to the wider local economy".
Southampton City Council is offering a temporary three-month pavement licence for £50, with the option to extend to 12 months for an additional £50.
Changes to existing tables and chairs permits will not incur a fee, and reductions on costs aim to make the use of outdoor space for additional trade more financially viable for businesses.
It also includes plans to trial the use of designated city centre spaces for extra outdoor trading.
Two initial pilot schemes are currently being progressed; one utilising the historic Canute’s Palace site on Porters Lane; another encompassing parts of Bedford Place and Carlton Place.
John Cooney, owner of The Cricketers Arms in Carlton Place and part of the scheme’s working group said: “I am delighted that Southampton Council and GO! Southampton are taking a proactive approach in the context of what we all know is a very unusual state of affairs.
"The Southampton Inside Out initiative is most welcome and I am fully behind it.
"A fresh, outdoor dimension to dining and socialising is well worth trying in Carlton Place.
"We appreciate that the safety and wellbeing of residents and clients is of paramount importance and will work with the team to ensure that ventures into this new and exciting area are very well prepared and tightly controlled.”
Gary Bennetton, who owns Switch and Orange Rooms in Southampton, added: “Southampton Inside Out is a great initiative to help both independent and national operators gain some welcome traction following the devastating effect of Covid-19 on the hospitality trade.
"By animating and bringing to life underutilised highways we will be actively encouraging people to frequent our great city again, whilst bringing obvious economic benefits to the wider local economy.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Where face masks must be worn from today

FROM today people will need to wear a face covering in shopping centres , banks , takeaway outlets , sandwich shops and supermarkets under new regulations that have come into force in England .
The Government has brought in new laws which could see people who flout the rules get slapped with a fine , however , this measure will be used as a last resort by police .
Here are the key details you need to know about the new guidance .
What do the new laws say ?
No-one can go enter certain buildings like shops without a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and nose – unless they have a reasonable excuse .
• Here are the latest coronavirus rates in the Southampton area Face coverings must be worn in : • Banks , building societies , credit unions , short-term loan providers , savings clubs and currency exchange offices and anywhere that transmits money by cash or cheque The requirement to wear a face covering also applies if you go into a restaurant but are getting a takeaway from the establishment even if it offers table service .
• You DO need to wear a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or food to go Valid and permitted reasons not to wear a face covering include : • Where a person can not put on , wear or remove a face covering because of physical or mental illness , impairment or disability • When accompanying someone who relies on lip reading • To avoid or escape harm or injury to themselves or others • In order to eat and drink or take medication People exempt from the rules are : Children under the age of 11 Employees working in the business in question or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ say they do n't have resources to police new mask rules • Restaurants with table service and bars , including those in hotels or members ’ clubs • Aquariums , indoor zoos or visitor farms and other indoor tourist , heritage or cultural sites What happens if I break the rules ?
You can be told to put on a face covering or leave the premises by police or transport officers .
• Do GPs need to provide a letter for those who do n't need to wear a face covering ?
• @ @ @ @ @ @ @ how Dorset Police will deal with face mask complaints Police officers can escort someone from a building for refusing to follow the rules and can use reasonable force if necessary .
You could be fined £100 , reduced to £50 if paid within 14 days , or even prosecuted .
But in Dorset officers are being instructed to implement an engage , educate and encourage approach , with the used of fixed penalty notices there as a final option .
• Readers react to mandatory face masks in shops from July 24 • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Parents warned 'do n't put them on' • Where can I get a face mask ?
Here 's the best places to buy them How long will the rules be in force ?
The rules must be reviewed by the Government within six months of the law being brought into force , which is January 24 2021 .
Ultimately the law expires after a year unless the Government scraps it beforehand .

The Government has brought in new laws which could see people who flout the rules get slapped with a fine, however, this measure will be used as a last resort by police.
Here are the key details you need to know about the new guidance.
What do the new laws say?
No-one can go enter certain buildings like shops without a face covering – which covers your face and nose – unless they have a reasonable excuse.
Here are the latest coronavirus rates in the Southampton area
Face coverings must be worn in:
Shops and shopping centres
Banks, building societies, credit unions, short-term loan providers, savings clubs and currency exchange offices and anywhere that transmits money by cash or cheque
Post offices
Takeaway food establishments
The requirement to wear a face covering also applies if you go into a restaurant but are getting a takeaway from the establishment even if it offers table service.
You DO need to wear a face covering if you're getting coffee or food to go
Aldi, Co-op, Iceland, Lidl, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Waitrose update face mask rules
Valid and permitted reasons not to wear a face covering include:
Where a person cannot put on, wear or remove a face covering because of physical or mental illness, impairment or disability
When accompanying someone who relies on lip reading
To avoid or escape harm or injury to themselves or others
In order to eat and drink or take medication

People exempt from the rules are:
Children under the age of 11
Employees working in the business in question or public transport staff
Police officers, other emergency workers and officials.
Premises which are exempt include:
Restaurants with table service and bars, including those in hotels or members’ clubs
Pubs
Libraries
Law firms
Medical and dental practices
Vets
Cinemas
Theatres
Museums and galleries
Aquariums, indoor zoos or visitor farms and other indoor tourist, heritage or cultural sites
Nightclubs
Bingo halls
Concert halls and public halls
Conference centres
Indoor fitness studios, gyms, leisure centres and indoor swimming pools
Water parks
Bowling alleys
Fun fairs
Theme parks
Amusement arcades
Indoor soft play areas
Indoor sports arenas
Casinos
Hotels and spas
Neauty salons and hairdressers
Tattoo and piercing parlours
Storage centres
Funeral directors
Photography studios
Auction houses.
What happens if I break the rules?
You can be told to put on a face covering or leave the premises by police or transport officers.
Do GPs need to provide a letter for those who don't need to wear a face covering?
Fines will be a last resort: how Dorset Police will deal with face mask complaints
Police officers can escort someone from a building for refusing to follow the rules and can use reasonable force if necessary.
You could be fined £100, reduced to £50 if paid within 14 days, or even prosecuted.
The people across Southampton making face masks
But in Dorset officers are being instructed to implement an engage, educate and encourage approach, with the used of fixed penalty notices there as a final option.
Readers react to mandatory face masks in shops from July 24
Face masks on babies and toddlers: Parents warned 'don't put them on'
Where can I get a face mask? Here's the best places to buy them
How long will the rules be in force?
The rules must be reviewed by the Government within six months of the law being brought into force, which is January 24 2021.
Ultimately the law expires after a year unless the Government scraps it beforehand.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Southampton teenager Mya missing

Southampton teenager Mya missing

A SOUTHAMPTON teenager has gone missing - and now police are asking for help to find her .
Mya , @ @ @ @ @ in the Bargate area at around 3pm on Wednesday July 22 , when she left @ @ @ @ @ in Woolston .
It is believed she may have travelled to London and now her @ @ @ @ @ welfare .
Mya is described as black , around 5ft 7ins tall , of medium @ @ @ @ @ hair .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said : `` We ’ ve been making @ @ @ @ @ to you for your help .
`` She was last seen wearing a distinctive red @ @ @ @ @ had “ Mann ” written on both the top and the bottoms .
`` She @ @ @ @ @ trainers with air bubbles on the bottom .
`` If you see her , or @ @ @ @ @ her since Wednesday , please call us on 101 , quoting 44200274538 . ''

Mya, 16, was last seen in the Bargate area at around 3pm on Wednesday July 22, when she left home to visit a friend in Woolston.
It is believed she may have travelled to London and now her family are concerned for her welfare.
Mya is described as black, around 5ft 7ins tall, of medium build, and with black hair.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said: "We’ve been making enquiries but are now turning to you for your help.
"She was last seen wearing a distinctive red and white tracksuit, which had “Mann” written on both the top and the bottoms.
"She was also wearing black Nike trainers with air bubbles on the bottom.
"If you see her, or think you may have seen her since Wednesday, please call us on 101, quoting 44200274538."


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Hampshire teenager carried out 'unprovoked and violent' attack on four people

A HAMPSHIRE teenager has been handed a suspended sentence after he carried out an `` unprovoked '' and `` violent @ @ @ @ @ McGhee , 19 , assaulted three people and used threatening and abusive behaviour towards another @ @ @ @ @ last year .
The court heard how the attack was `` a serious matter of @ @ @ @ @ at Southampton Magistrates ' Court , he pleaded guilty to three counts of assault by @ @ @ @ @ using threatening and abusive language .
McGhee , of Bull Lane , Minstead , was @ @ @ @ @ weeks suspended for 24 months .

Kyle Andrew McGhee, 19, assaulted three people and used threatening and abusive behaviour towards another on July 13 in Southampton last year.
The court heard how the attack was "a serious matter of unprovoked violence".
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, he pleaded guilty to three counts of assault by beating and one count of using threatening and abusive language.
McGhee, of Bull Lane, Minstead, was committed to prison for 16 weeks suspended for 24 months.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Family caught wild camping in New Forest moved on by police

A FAMILY found on a wild camp in the New Forest were moved on by police .
Officers on patrol with the Forestry England Rangers yesterday found a family on a wild camp at Hatchett Pond .
Police explained that wild camping was not allowed in the New Forest and the family were moved on .
After this , the team found a fly tip of garden waste at Bull Hill car park .
The waste was removed to prevent cross contamination .
In a Facebook post , New Forest Heart Cops said : `` We had a very productive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Forestry England Rangers today .
`` We found a family on a wild camp at Hatchett Pond , explained that it wasn ’ t allowed anywhere in the Forest and they moved on .
`` Then sadly we found a fly tip of garden waste at Bull Hill car park which will now have to removed to prevent cross contamination .
• Camping in Forest to keep 3,000 pitches closed for 2020 '' Thanks to everyone we met today who was doing the right thing and keeping the New Forest special . ''

Officers on patrol with the Forestry England Rangers yesterday found a family on a wild camp at Hatchett Pond.
Police explained that wild camping was not allowed in the New Forest and the family were moved on.
After this, the team found a fly tip of garden waste at Bull Hill car park.
The waste was removed to prevent cross contamination.
In a Facebook post, New Forest Heart Cops said: "We had a very productive day on patrol with one of the Forestry England Rangers today.
"We found a family on a wild camp at Hatchett Pond, explained that it wasn’t allowed anywhere in the Forest and they moved on.
"Then sadly we found a fly tip of garden waste at Bull Hill car park which will now have to removed to prevent cross contamination.
"Thanks to everyone we met today who was doing the right thing and keeping the New Forest special."


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Henry Davies left Royal Hampshire County Hospital Winchester

Henry Davies left the Royal Hampshire Hospital in Winchester yesterday and ha not been seen since .
Hampshire Police have @ @ @ @ @ Mr Davies asthey are growing cocerned for his welfare .
It comes after the 25-year-old @ @ @ @ @ hospital in Winchester at around 1.45pm this yesterday .
We are concerned for his safety @ @ @ @ @ to keep an eye out for him , and report any sightings of him to @ @ @ @ @ as : He was last seen wearing a black top and trousers tucked into his @ @ @ @ @ any shoes .
If you have seen him , call Hmpshire Policce on 101 and @ @ @ @ @ in the event of an emergency .

Henry Davies left the Royal Hampshire Hospital in Winchester yesterday and ha not been seen since.
Hampshire Police have launched and appeal to find Mr Davies asthey are growing cocerned for his welfare.
It comes after the 25-year-old, from Stockbridge, left hospital in Winchester at around 1.45pm this yesterday.
We are concerned for his safety and are asking the public to keep an eye out for him, and report any sightings of him to us.
Henry is described as:
• White
• 5ft 7ins – 5ft 8ins tall
• Brown curly hair
• Beard
• Glasses
He was last seen wearing a black top and trousers tucked into his socks but was not wearing any shoes.
If you have seen him, call Hmpshire Policce on 101 and quote 44200275288.
Dial 999 in the event of an emergency.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Southampton Covid-19 infection rate fallen

THE coronavirus infection rate in Southampton has fallen following an earlier spike .
The city saw coronavirus infection rates decrease @ @ @ @ @ for every 100,000 residents up to June 20 , down from 4.7 in the seven @ @ @ @ @ The latest figures released by Public Health England also show the rate has decreased in @ @ @ @ @ .
Test Valley has decreased infection rates from 2.4 to 0.8 .
Infection rates in @ @ @ @ @ from 1.1 to 2.8 , as well as Eastleigh , which went from 2.3 to @ @ @ @ @ rate in Winchester has stayed the same from 1.6 to 1.6 , and in Portsmouth @ @ @ @ @ New data is released each week and shows how rates of positive coronavirus tests are @ @ @ @ @ The figures show the rate of new cases in the seven days to July 19 @ @ @ @ @ tests carried out in laboratories and in the wider community .
The rate is expressed @ @ @ @ @ new cases per 100,000 population .

The city saw coronavirus infection rates decrease, at 2.0 new cases for every 100,000 residents up to June 20, down from 4.7 in the seven days to July 13.
The latest figures released by Public Health England also show the rate has decreased in Fareham from 4.3 to 1.7.
Test Valley has decreased infection rates from 2.4 to 0.8.
Infection rates in the New Forest have increased from 1.1 to 2.8, as well as Eastleigh, which went from 2.3 to 5.3.
Meanwhile, the rate in Winchester has stayed the same from 1.6 to 1.6, and in Portsmouth from 2.8 to 1.4.
New data is released each week and shows how rates of positive coronavirus tests are changing in each area.
The figures show the rate of new cases in the seven days to July 19, and 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.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Police drug raid at Eastleigh home

Police drug raid at Eastleigh home

Hampshire Constabulary officers executed a pre-planned drug warrant on Wedbesday in Eastleigh , seizing £80,000 in the process .
The warrant , which was executed by officers at 8.04am yesterday morning , helped to disrupt a potential distribution and supply line of Class A drugs .
Officers searched a property on Longster Road , resulting in the seizure of £80,000 relating to suspected cultivation of drugs and money laundering offences .
A cannabis plant , and a large quantity of cocaine were also seized , along with a number of mobile phones and tablet devices .
• Man charged with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A 23-year-old man from Eastleigh was arrested at the time of the incident , but released pending further investigation .
Local neighbourhood policing teams and PCSOs will be patrolling the area , conducting house-to-house enquiries and offering reassurance to the local community .
District Commander for Eastleigh , Chief Inspector Marcus Cator , said : `` We rely upon our communities to contact us and tell us when they have concerns over issues which they feel need police consideration .
`` Following support from our communities , our teams are working hard to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who persist in committing crime and bringing harm to our communities . ''

Hampshire Constabulary officers executed a pre-planned drug warrant on Wedbesday in Eastleigh, seizing £80,000 in the process.
The warrant, which was executed by officers at 8.04am yesterday morning, helped to disrupt a potential distribution and supply line of Class A drugs.
Officers searched a property on Longster Road, resulting in the seizure of £80,000 relating to suspected cultivation of drugs and money laundering offences.
A cannabis plant, and a large quantity of cocaine were also seized, along with a number of mobile phones and tablet devices.
A 23-year-old man from Eastleigh was arrested at the time of the incident, but released pending further investigation.
Local neighbourhood policing teams and PCSOs will be patrolling the area, conducting house-to-house enquiries and offering reassurance to the local community.
District Commander for Eastleigh, Chief Inspector Marcus Cator, said: "We rely upon our communities to contact us and tell us when they have concerns over issues which they feel need police consideration.
"Following support from our communities, our teams are working hard to ensure we continue to target those people who persist in committing crime and bringing harm to our communities."


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Fires caused by barbecues in Hampshire

Fires caused by barbecues in Hampshire

A SPATE of fires have hit Hampshire which appear to have been started by barbecues .
Now , firefighters are warning the public to avoid lighting fires or barbecues in a bid to protect wildlife .
• 'It spread so quick ' : Residents shocked after fire in Southampton home Amongst the multiple fires include a small log smouldering at Parkway in Whiteley at 12.10pm on Thursday , and another at 12.52pm , when crews were called to a smouldering bonfire at Church Road in Warsash .
Firefighters received several calls in the same day , including a 12.40pm call @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the grass on Southsea Esplanade , Portsmouth .
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service Wildfire Tactical Advisor Dean Hodges said : “ The recent spate of dry weather has led to a higher risk of wildfires that ’ s not often experienced in the UK , so it ’ s vital for everybody to stay alert and report any incidents as soon as possible .
`` We urge members of our community to avoid using barbecues and lighting fires of any kind and always ensure cigarettes are safely extinguished .
`` If you see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of safety and call 999 immediately so we can put it out before it does significant damage to the countryside we all enjoy.
” While Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service Station Manager for Community Safety Support Gina Gray said has also spoken out in a bid to prevent wildfires .
She said : “ We urge the public to play their part in helping us to prevent devastating wildfires .
We want to avoid incidents of this kind at all costs , to protect our community , precious nature sites and wildlife .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ helps us limit the risk of wildfires , our firefighters can spend their valuable time , supporting our community as well as other emergency services during this challenging time.
” They emphasised that barbecues continue to remain banned in the New Forest area .

Now, firefighters are warning the public to avoid lighting fires or barbecues in a bid to protect wildlife.
Amongst the multiple fires include a small log smouldering at Parkway in Whiteley at 12.10pm on Thursday, and another at 12.52pm, when crews were called to a smouldering bonfire at Church Road in Warsash.
Firefighters received several calls in the same day, including a 12.40pm call to a barbecue which had spread to the grass on Southsea Esplanade, Portsmouth.
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service Wildfire Tactical Advisor Dean Hodges said: “The recent spate of dry weather has led to a higher risk of wildfires that’s not often experienced in the UK, so it’s vital for everybody to stay alert and report any incidents as soon as possible.
"We urge members of our community to avoid using barbecues and lighting fires of any kind and always ensure cigarettes are safely extinguished.
"If you see a fire, get to a place of safety and call 999 immediately so we can put it out before it does significant damage to the countryside we all enjoy.”
While Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service Station Manager for Community Safety Support Gina Gray said has also spoken out in a bid to prevent wildfires.
She said: “We urge the public to play their part in helping us to prevent devastating wildfires. We want to avoid incidents of this kind at all costs, to protect our community, precious nature sites and wildlife.
"If everybody follows the guidance and helps us limit the risk of wildfires, our firefighters can spend their valuable time, supporting our community as well as other emergency services during this challenging time.”
They emphasised that barbecues continue to remain banned in the New Forest area.
For more safety advice, visit www.hantsfire.gov.uk/keeping-safe/atleisure/bbq.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Man breached court order three times

Man breached court order three times

A MAN with a “ very bad record ” for breaching court orders has been jailed .
Peter Maguire was slapped with a three-year restraining order last August banning him from going within 200 metres of a Calmore address .
However , the 53-year-old was caught outside by police outside on June 14 meaning he has now breached the order three times - which he pleaded guilty to .
With 32 convictions for 52 offences , Maguire of Long Lane Holbury appeared before Southampton Crown Court via video link from HMP Lewes on Thursday .
The court heard how in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ against another woman following incidents of criminal damage and harassment .
Then in 2016 he was convicted of ABH against a second woman and given another restraining order .
Defending , Berenice Mulvanny said he accepted breaching the order was stupid .
It mitigation , it was said how Maguire was previously stabbed during riots at HMP Winchester and was “ likely suffering from PTSD ” .
During sentencing , Judge Peter Henry said : “ You have a very bad record so far as breaching orders .
“ You clearly do not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He added the potential for harm was “ considerable ” as Maguire had beaten her in the past .
Judge Henry jailed him for six months .

Peter Maguire was slapped with a three-year restraining order last August banning him from going within 200 metres of a Calmore address.
However, the 53-year-old was caught outside by police outside on June 14 meaning he has now breached the order three times - which he pleaded guilty to.
With 32 convictions for 52 offences, Maguire of Long Lane Holbury appeared before Southampton Crown Court via video link from HMP Lewes on Thursday.
The court heard how in 2007 he was given a restraining order against another woman following incidents of criminal damage and harassment.
Then in 2016 he was convicted of ABH against a second woman and given another restraining order.
Prosecuting, barrister Siobhan Linsley told how Maguire’s current victim is vulnerable.
Defending, Berenice Mulvanny said he accepted breaching the order was stupid.
It mitigation, it was said how Maguire was previously stabbed during riots at HMP Winchester and was “likely suffering from PTSD”.
During sentencing, Judge Peter Henry said: “You have a very bad record so far as breaching orders.
“You clearly do not have any regard for court orders.”
He added the potential for harm was “considerable” as Maguire had beaten her in the past.
Judge Henry jailed him for six months.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Local resident groups across Fareham join forces to fight potential residential development on borou

Local resident groups across Fareham join forces to fight potential residential development on borough's green areas

LOCAL resident groups across Fareham have joined forces to fight against residential development that is set to impact protected sites in the borough .
The draft local plan for Fareham is due to come out in September and Councillor Sean Woodward , leader of the Council , is said to be considering allowing building houses on the countryside between Stubbington and Fareham , Fareham and Gosport and on Rookery Farm , rather than on brownfield sites , industrial areas or near transport hubs .
However , local facebook group , Save our Strategic Gaps ( SOSG ) has now begun @ @ @ @ @ @ @ charity CPRE Hampshire , and other local groups including Save Warsash and the Western Wards ( SWWW ) and Conserving Habitats in Portchester ( CHIP ) , to oppose the potential plans .
Now two petitions , with more than 3,000 signatures have been handed to the Fareham Borough Council , while an online petition run by CPRE Hampshire has already amassed more than 14,000 signatures .
A website has also been launched at www.pfsh.org.uk , where residents are encouraged to donate money to help with the fight against the building on he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for SOSG said : `` We all know that we need housing in the Fareham Borough , but it is the way that the local council are going about it that is concerning us .
Let 's make sure the green fields of Fareham Borough and Gosport Borough and our EU protected areas remain for our children and their children to enjoy along with clean air and clean coastal waters .
`` We are in a position where funding is critical to this fight .
Please any small donations will be greatly appreciated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ahead . ''

The draft local plan for Fareham is due to come out in September and Councillor Sean Woodward, leader of the Council, is said to be considering allowing building houses on the countryside between Stubbington and Fareham, Fareham and Gosport and on Rookery Farm, rather than on brownfield sites, industrial areas or near transport hubs.
However, local facebook group, Save our Strategic Gaps (SOSG) has now begun working alongside the Green Party, countryside charity CPRE Hampshire, and other local groups including Save Warsash and the Western Wards (SWWW) and Conserving Habitats in Portchester (CHIP), to oppose the potential plans.
Now two petitions, with more than 3,000 signatures have been handed to the Fareham Borough Council, while an online petition run by CPRE Hampshire has already amassed more than 14,000 signatures.
A website has also been launched at www.pfsh.org.uk, where residents are encouraged to donate money to help with the fight against the building on he borough's green areas.
A spokesperson for SOSG said: "We all know that we need housing in the Fareham Borough, but it is the way that the local council are going about it that is concerning us. Let's make sure the green fields of Fareham Borough and Gosport Borough and our EU protected areas remain for our children and their children to enjoy along with clean air and clean coastal waters.
"We are in a position where funding is critical to this fight. Please any small donations will be greatly appreciated and will help towards this important fight ahead."


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Couple go from sinking pints to pulling pints in Southampton pub

IT 'S a pub at the heart of the community - more so than ever before .
'The Key and Anchor in Freemantle has reopened following its lengthy lockdown with landlord and landlady Ady and Kelly Vincent again at the helm .
The couple took over the traditional pub two years ago after making the transition from locals to serving behind the bar .
`` It 's always been a community pub , '' said Kelly .
`` Myself and my husband drank her for 15 years and when the opportunity came we decided to take the bull by the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
While Ady had some experience in the trade , Kelly had just been made redundant after 36 years working for John Lewis when the pub became available in the summer of 2018 .
`` What could be so difficult about pulling a few pints I thought , '' laughs Kelly .
`` How wrong was I ?
! ''
An interior makeover of the pub , retaining the East End pub feel , was completed in February and Kelly has used lockdown to work on the now revamped garden .
They @ @ @ @ @ @ @ past few weeks .
`` The community have really kept us going , they 've been so supportive .
They have n't gone anywhere else , they 've come back to us and it 's great that we 're seeing quite a lot of new faces as well .
`` Whatever is going on upstairs , once you walk into the bar , you need to be available for your punters .
Sometimes they just need someone to talk to .
More often than not , the customers actually come in to see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Anchor has been a pub since 1845 when it was popular with sailors due to its location on Millbrook Road East , close to The Docks .
These days it continues to be a 'proper pub ' which will reintroduce its popular quiz nights , bingo and meat draws soon .
Ady has been given awards by Guinness for pouring the perfect pint .
Carlsberg and San Miguel are the most popular lagers while there are also plenty of staunch ale drinkers among the locals .
Fizz , flavoured gins and ciders are @ @ @ @ @

'The Key and Anchor in Freemantle has reopened following its lengthy lockdown with landlord and landlady Ady and Kelly Vincent again at the helm.
The couple took over the traditional pub two years ago after making the transition from locals to serving behind the bar.
"It's always been a community pub," said Kelly. "Myself and my husband drank her for 15 years and when the opportunity came we decided to take the bull by the horns and make a go of it."
While Ady had some experience in the trade, Kelly had just been made redundant after 36 years working for John Lewis when the pub became available in the summer of 2018.
"What could be so difficult about pulling a few pints I thought," laughs Kelly. "How wrong was I?!"
An interior makeover of the pub, retaining the East End pub feel, was completed in February and Kelly has used lockdown to work on the now revamped garden.
They have enjoyed welcoming regulars back in the past few weeks.
"The community have really kept us going, they've been so supportive. They haven't gone anywhere else, they've come back to us and it's great that we're seeing quite a lot of new faces as well.
"Whatever is going on upstairs, once you walk into the bar, you need to be available for your punters. Sometimes they just need someone to talk to. More often than not, the customers actually come in to see the people."
The Key and Anchor has been a pub since 1845 when it was popular with sailors due to its location on Millbrook Road East, close to The Docks.
These days it continues to be a 'proper pub' which will reintroduce its popular quiz nights, bingo and meat draws soon.
Ady has been given awards by Guinness for pouring the perfect pint.
Carlsberg and San Miguel are the most popular lagers while there are also plenty of staunch ale drinkers among the locals. Fizz, flavoured gins and ciders are proving popular this summer.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Showcasing Hampshire summer gardens in full bloom

LOOK at these glorious Hampshire gardens !
Gardens are bursting into colour as this first collection of readers ’ pictures @ @ @ @ @ joy of Kate Cozens from Romsey , she created her garden with the help of @ @ @ @ @ .
Viv Stewart from Totton dresses her beautiful vintage post office bike for each season @ @ @ @ @ Menzies and Harry and Ruby Foster have loved playing in the Rownhams garden of their @ @ @ @ @ since lockdown has eased .
Stuart Wickham keeps hens in his Redlynch garden where he @ @ @ @ @ .
He loves a wild meadow and has planted one for the first time this @ @ @ @ @ love to see pictures of your garden , window box or allotment - whether it @ @ @ @ @ bloom , a newly created lockdown pub or an oasis of calm .
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Gardens are bursting into colour as this first collection of readers’ pictures shows.
The pride and joy of Kate Cozens from Romsey, she created her garden with the help of her beloved late husband Bob.
Viv Stewart from Totton dresses her beautiful vintage post office bike for each season.
Grandchildren Poppy and Alice Menzies and Harry and Ruby Foster have loved playing in the Rownhams garden of their grandparents Pam and Wilf Reddin since lockdown has eased.
Stuart Wickham keeps hens in his Redlynch garden where he also has a vegetable patch. He loves a wild meadow and has planted one for the first time this year.
We’d love to see pictures of your garden, window box or allotment - whether it’s flowers in full bloom, a newly created lockdown pub or an oasis of calm.
To have your garden featured, visit dailyecho.co.uk/yourgarden


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Spitfire secrets revealed in new book

Spitfire secrets revealed in new book

IT IS one of the most inspiring stories of the Second World War - and one which has remained largely hidden for 80 years .
After the Spitfire factories in Itchen and Woolston were wiped out by Nazi bombers in 1940 , production of the famous fighter aircraft was switched to dozens of secret sites across the south .
An assortment of everyday buildings within a 50-mile radius of Southampton were turned into tiny versions of the former Supermarine works .
Barns , bus depots and warehouses were used to make components for Spitfires , enabling the manufacture of R @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Unlike the easily identifiable Supermarine complex , with its distinctive Art Deco design , they appear to have gone unnoticed by the German planes that continued to target the UK .
The company 's head office and top-secret design facilities were moved to Hursley Park , a huge stately home near Winchester .
The property was owned by the recently-widowed Lady Mary Cooper , who welcomed the new arrivals with a floral bouquet in the shape of a Spitfire .
Now the story of how the Nazis failed to halt the production @ @ @ @ @ @ @ defeat is revealed in a new book , Secret Spitfires .
Its three authors include former EastEnders star Karl Howman , 66 , who also appeared in the BBC comedy series Brush Strokes .
About 10,000 Spitfires were built at sites tucked away in Hampshire , Berkshire and Wiltshire , all of which became part of a unique assembly line .
It was a fully-fledged version of a scheme that swung into action after the first bombs were dropped on Southampton in the summer of 1940 .
Following the initial decision to disperse @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's Garage off Pound Tree Road , Southampton , and Seward Garage in Winchester Road .
The clandestine operation was ramped up later that year following the devastating raids on Supermarine itself .
Engineers were told to find locations capable of meeting the necessary criteria .
They had to have concrete floors , good-sized doors and a large area of floorspace free from pillars .
Car dealerships , bus depots and garages were deemed to be ideal candidates , with warehouses and laundries also high on the list .
Supermarine selected sites outside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the company with the challenge of staffing a large number of mini aircraft factories .
Many of the workers were reluctant to leave Southampton , while others were dealing with mental or physical injuries caused by the bombing .
Another issue was the lack of suitable housing .
Supermarine solved the problem by employing women who lived near the new factories , having previously worked in non-technical occupations such as hairdressing and retail .
Described by the authors as a secret civilian army , the women were expected to quickly master the tools @ @ @ @ @ @ @ help keep the Nazis at bay .
They had to cope with deafening noise , 12-hour shifts and the burden of handling heavy machinery .
According to Secret Spitfires they `` built , assembled , fitted and finished thousands of fuselages using new and demanding processes never before employed on a such a scale in any one factory - never mind in widely dispersed smaller units . ''
The makeshift production facilities were a closely-guarded secret and stayed that way - despite the nature of their work .
In a foreword to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the RAF Museum , says : `` The thrill and sheer impertinence of these dispersed Spitfire factories , 'hidden ' in plain sight , was clearly a story begging to be told .
`` It is remarkable that until very recently these women remained silent about their extraordinary contribution . ''
Secret Spitfires , by Karl Howman and Ethem Cetintas , with Gavin Clarke , is published by The History Press at £20 .

After the Spitfire factories in Itchen and Woolston were wiped out by Nazi bombers in 1940, production of the famous fighter aircraft was switched to dozens of secret sites across the south.
An assortment of everyday buildings within a 50-mile radius of Southampton were turned into tiny versions of the former Supermarine works.
Barns, bus depots and warehouses were used to make components for Spitfires, enabling the manufacture of R J Mitchell's iconic creation to continue.
READ MORE: Simliar heritage stories >>>
Unlike the easily identifiable Supermarine complex, with its distinctive Art Deco design, they appear to have gone unnoticed by the German planes that continued to target the UK.
The company's head office and top-secret design facilities were moved to Hursley Park, a huge stately home near Winchester.
The property was owned by the recently-widowed Lady Mary Cooper, who welcomed the new arrivals with a floral bouquet in the shape of a Spitfire.
Now the story of how the Nazis failed to halt the production of the plane that helped secure their defeat is revealed in a new book, Secret Spitfires. Its three authors include former EastEnders star Karl Howman, 66, who also appeared in the BBC comedy series Brush Strokes.
About 10,000 Spitfires were built at sites tucked away in Hampshire, Berkshire and Wiltshire, all of which became part of a unique assembly line.
It was a fully-fledged version of a scheme that swung into action after the first bombs were dropped on Southampton in the summer of 1940.
Following the initial decision to disperse production the first buildings selected were Hendy's Garage off Pound Tree Road, Southampton, and Seward Garage in Winchester Road.
The clandestine operation was ramped up later that year following the devastating raids on Supermarine itself.
Engineers were told to find locations capable of meeting the necessary criteria. They had to have concrete floors, good-sized doors and a large area of floorspace free from pillars.
Car dealerships, bus depots and garages were deemed to be ideal candidates, with warehouses and laundries also high on the list.
Supermarine selected sites outside cities to ensure secrecy, which presented the company with the challenge of staffing a large number of mini aircraft factories.
Many of the workers were reluctant to leave Southampton, while others were dealing with mental or physical injuries caused by the bombing. Another issue was the lack of suitable housing.
Supermarine solved the problem by employing women who lived near the new factories, having previously worked in non-technical occupations such as hairdressing and retail.
Described by the authors as a secret civilian army, the women were expected to quickly master the tools and techniques needed to produce Spitfires and help keep the Nazis at bay.
They had to cope with deafening noise, 12-hour shifts and the burden of handling heavy machinery.
According to Secret Spitfires they "built, assembled, fitted and finished thousands of fuselages using new and demanding processes never before employed on a such a scale in any one factory - never mind in widely dispersed smaller units."
The makeshift production facilities were a closely-guarded secret and stayed that way - despite the nature of their work.
In a foreword to the book Maggie Appleton, chief executive of the RAF Museum, says: "The thrill and sheer impertinence of these dispersed Spitfire factories, 'hidden' in plain sight, was clearly a story begging to be told.
"It is remarkable that until very recently these women remained silent about their extraordinary contribution."
Secret Spitfires, by Karl Howman and Ethem Cetintas, with Gavin Clarke, is published by The History Press at £20.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Flip Out bounces back into action in Hampshire (and health workers get free sessions)

THE UK 's biggest trampoline park operator is bouncing back into action this weekend in Hampshire - and NHS workers and their families can get free sessions .
The Flip Out trampoline and adventure park on School Lane , Chandler 's Ford is swinging open its doors to visitors once again after a four-month closure because of the coronavirus pandemic .
As a token of appreciation to the health workers who have been on the frontline of the COVID-19 crisis , Flip Out is offering free entry to NHS workers and their families on selected sessions throughout the whole of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who has over 25 sites nationwide , has been busy during lockdown devising new guidance to ensure their facilities can be enjoyed safely and all stores will be run at a reduced capacity with staff to wear PPE and temperature checks being taken on entry .
Richard Beese , the company co-owner , said : `` We want to say a big thanks to the NHS and the brave staff who have been on the frontline .
Also , this is part of our commitment to help get the nation flipping fit again @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being closed for so long now , it 's become increasingly difficult to keep kids active and healthy .
Our stores are bursting at the seams with attractions designed to set pulses racing and now more than ever I think people can benefit from having a bit of fun and getting fit at the same time ! ''
Flip Out caters for kids , teens , and adults with an array of activities on offer , including battle beams , climbing walls , interactive assault courses , trampolines , and inflatable and there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ party rooms , and restaurant facilities that overlook the action for mums and dads who might prefer to put their feet up and watch .
For bookings and reservations go to the Flip Out website .

The Flip Out trampoline and adventure park on School Lane, Chandler's Ford is swinging open its doors to visitors once again after a four-month closure because of the coronavirus pandemic.
As a token of appreciation to the health workers who have been on the frontline of the COVID-19 crisis, Flip Out is offering free entry to NHS workers and their families on selected sessions throughout the whole of August.
The trampoline park franchise, who has over 25 sites nationwide, has been busy during lockdown devising new guidance to ensure their facilities can be enjoyed safely and all stores will be run at a reduced capacity with staff to wear PPE and temperature checks being taken on entry.
Richard Beese, the company co-owner, said: "We want to say a big thanks to the NHS and the brave staff who have been on the frontline. Also, this is part of our commitment to help get the nation flipping fit again!
"With schools and leisure facilities being closed for so long now, it's become increasingly difficult to keep kids active and healthy. Our stores are bursting at the seams with attractions designed to set pulses racing and now more than ever I think people can benefit from having a bit of fun and getting fit at the same time!"
Flip Out caters for kids, teens, and adults with an array of activities on offer, including battle beams, climbing walls, interactive assault courses, trampolines, and inflatable and there are also designated, themed, birthday party rooms, and restaurant facilities that overlook the action for mums and dads who might prefer to put their feet up and watch.
For bookings and reservations go to the Flip Out website.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Team of 12 to run 78 miles in 72 hours for raise funds for disabled boy

A SELFLESS group of men and women are to run 78 miles in just 72 hours to raise money for a little boy with a debilitating disorder .
The team made up of 12 men and women from Hampshire and Dorset are preparing for the challenge of a lifetime in a bid to raise vital funds for a cause incredibly close to their hearts .
Born on March 17 , 2016 , Chester was nine weeks premature and weighed just 3lbs .
His first 50 days were spent in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit of Poole Hospital where his parents @ @ @ @ @ @ @ affecting his whole body .
Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy is a developmental disorder which , caused by damage to the white matter of the brain , means that Chester ’ s gross motor functions are severely impaired .
As a result , he has spasticity - or extreme tightness of the muscles - which causes unusual movement patterns and prevents him from being able to stand or walk unaided .
Chester 's parents , Ben and Sam Walton from Verwood , together with 10 of their closest friends from Ringwood , Fordingbridge , Bournemouth @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three marathons in three consecutive days in aid of their four-year-old son .
The fundraiser – Charge4Chester – will see the group in their thirties each run 78 miles in just 72 hours , beginning at Poole Hospital and finishing at Bristol Children ’ s Hospital .
In doing so , they hope to raise more than £15,000 for the Cheers4Chester campaign , set up by the Waltons .
Sam said : `` Chester has already been accepted for treatment by the world leading pioneer of the procedure , who is based in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ here in the UK is also a possibility but there is a lengthy assessment process and we ’ ll only be accepted if we can meet the strict NHS criteria.
” Ben and Sam estimate that they need to raise between £50,000-£100,000 in order to pay for the procedure itself , as well as two years of intensive rehabilitation and physiotherapy that Chester will require post-surgery .
The money raised will also allow for the purchase of equipment to facilitate Chester ’ s recovery and development .
The group will set off from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

The team made up of 12 men and women from Hampshire and Dorset are preparing for the challenge of a lifetime in a bid to raise vital funds for a cause incredibly close to their hearts.
Born on March 17, 2016, Chester was nine weeks premature and weighed just 3lbs.
His first 50 days were spent in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit of Poole Hospital where his parents learned he has Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy, affecting his whole body.
Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy is a developmental disorder which, caused by damage to the white matter of the brain, means that Chester’s gross motor functions are severely impaired.
As a result, he has spasticity - or extreme tightness of the muscles - which causes unusual movement patterns and prevents him from being able to stand or walk unaided.
A full-time wheelchair user, Chester requires round-the-clock care and assistance.
Chester's parents, Ben and Sam Walton from Verwood, together with 10 of their closest friends from Ringwood, Fordingbridge, Bournemouth and Poole, will attempt to complete three marathons in three consecutive days in aid of their four-year-old son.
The fundraiser – Charge4Chester – will see the group in their thirties each run 78 miles in just 72 hours, beginning at Poole Hospital and finishing at Bristol Children’s Hospital.
In doing so, they hope to raise more than £15,000 for the Cheers4Chester campaign, set up by the Waltons.
Sam said: "Chester has already been accepted for treatment by the world leading pioneer of the procedure, who is based in the US.
"Having the procedure here in the UK is also a possibility but there is a lengthy assessment process and we’ll only be accepted if we can meet the strict NHS criteria.”
Ben and Sam estimate that they need to raise between £50,000-£100,000 in order to pay for the procedure itself, as well as two years of intensive rehabilitation and physiotherapy that Chester will require post-surgery.
The money raised will also allow for the purchase of equipment to facilitate Chester’s recovery and development.
The group will set off from Poole Hospital on Friday, September 25.
To donate to Charge4Chester, visit www.justgiving.com/fundraising/charge4chester.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Key worker children can have free rides at a popular Southampton fairground over the summer holidays

KEY WORKER children in Southampton can take advantage of free rides at one of the city 's most popular fairgrounds every week until the end of the summer holidays .
The Pleasure Park in Southampton , which has been providing entertainment for children for more than four decades , is offering three free rides on any of the park 's attractions every Thursday until the end of the summer holidays for all key worker children .
Fred Salter , 53 , who owns and runs the park with his brother , has said that the park is all about the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of `` giving back '' .
He said : `` This is just a way that we want to thank our key workers who have helped us get through this crisis , I just thought it would be a really nice thing to do , and it gives the kids something to look forward to too .
`` The Pleasure Park is such a community based fairground , we had a fire a few years back and the whole community rallied round us and we gave out so many free rides then .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ it 's always been a family-run business and it 's always great to give a little back .
`` Because there is no real way to check if a child 's parents are key workers , we are just going to have to trust that people tell the truth and we 're hoping people stick to this . ''
The Pleasure Park is open seven days a week from 10.30am until 5pm and it is located at The Sports Centre , 1 Golf Course Road , Bassett , Southampton .

The Pleasure Park in Southampton, which has been providing entertainment for children for more than four decades, is offering three free rides on any of the park's attractions every Thursday until the end of the summer holidays for all key worker children.
Fred Salter, 53, who owns and runs the park with his brother, has said that the park is all about the community and this offer was a way of "giving back".
He said: "This is just a way that we want to thank our key workers who have helped us get through this crisis, I just thought it would be a really nice thing to do, and it gives the kids something to look forward to too.
"The Pleasure Park is such a community based fairground, we had a fire a few years back and the whole community rallied round us and we gave out so many free rides then. We always try to give back, it's always been a family-run business and it's always great to give a little back.
"Because there is no real way to check if a child's parents are key workers, we are just going to have to trust that people tell the truth and we're hoping people stick to this."
The Pleasure Park is open seven days a week from 10.30am until 5pm and it is located at The Sports Centre, 1 Golf Course Road, Bassett, Southampton.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Hampshire's care workers 'snubbed' in pay deal for public sector workers

A NEW pay rise for public sector workers is an `` unjustifiable snub '' to the tens of thousands of frontline care workers in Hampshire who have been left out , a leading think tank has said .
Unions and charities have called for the Government to address low pay in the care industry , after it announced other public sector workers including GPs , teachers and police officers would receive an above-inflation pay rise of up to 3.1 per cent .
Figures from charity Skills for Care show there were 22,500 people employed in a direct care role in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
There were 3,900 in Southampton .
But none of them will benefit from the pay deal announced by Chancellor Rishi Sunak on Tuesday ( July 21 ) , who praised the `` vital contribution '' public sector workers had made during the coronavirus crisis .
The Institute for Public Policy Research said it was an `` unjustifiable snub '' to leave carers out of the deal , alongside healthcare workers such as nurses , midwives and paramedics .
Chris Thomas , IPPR senior research fellow , said : “ It is unforgivable @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our healthcare heroes they would not receive fair pay .
“ We urge the Government to reconsider their exclusion.
” The vast majority of care workers in England – 1.26 million ( 83 per cent ) out of the 1.52 million-strong workforce – are employed by private care providers , who are commissioned by councils to look after residents .
While their wages are set by employers , the Government says councils work with providers to `` determine a fair rate of pay based on local market conditions '' .
Those employed directly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a pay rise of 2.7 per cent in a new deal for council staff , although the Local Government Association said negotiations are unlikely to conclude before the end of August .
A recent report by the independent Low Pay Commission found that low wages in the private care sector was linked to funding pressure on councils driving down the rates they pay to providers .
Salaries across the county range between £16,000 and £22,100 .
The figures cover the period prior to a rise in the minimum wage in April , to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Christina McAnea , assistant general secretary of public sector union Unison , said the private provider model made delivering a “ much-deserved wage boost ” to care workers harder , but not impossible .
She said : `` The Government must ensure all care operators pay staff at least the real living wage .
“ It 's hardly a big step given the Prime Minister wanted this hourly rate for care workers as Mayor of London.
” The move would require more cash for councils buying care , higher rates enshrined in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ensure employers pass the funds onto staff , she added .
Gender equality charity the Fawcett Society has also called for the Government to prioritise `` decent terms and conditions '' in the care sector , after their research found 72 per cent of people in the UK think carers are underpaid .
More than eight out of 10 carers are women .
The Department for Health and Social Care said it was ” immensely grateful to all our social care workers ” for their hard work during the coronavirus crisis .
Health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ committed to supporting the entire NHS and social care workforce through improved recruitment and retention '' .

Unions and charities have called for the Government to address low pay in the care industry, after it announced other public sector workers including GPs, teachers and police officers would receive an above-inflation pay rise of up to 3.1 per cent.
Figures from charity Skills for Care show there were 22,500 people employed in a direct care role in Hampshire's social care sector in 2018-19. There were 3,900 in Southampton.
But none of them will benefit from the pay deal announced by Chancellor Rishi Sunak on Tuesday (July 21), who praised the "vital contribution" public sector workers had made during the coronavirus crisis.
The Institute for Public Policy Research said it was an "unjustifiable snub" to leave carers out of the deal, alongside healthcare workers such as nurses, midwives and paramedics.
Chris Thomas, IPPR senior research fellow, said: “It is unforgivable that after the remarkable bravery of all our healthcare heroes they would not receive fair pay.
“We urge the Government to reconsider their exclusion.”
The vast majority of care workers in England – 1.26 million (83 per cent) out of the 1.52 million-strong workforce – are employed by private care providers, who are commissioned by councils to look after residents.
While their wages are set by employers, the Government says councils work with providers to "determine a fair rate of pay based on local market conditions".
Those employed directly by councils may be in line for a pay rise of 2.7 per cent in a new deal for council staff, although the Local Government Association said negotiations are unlikely to conclude before the end of August.
A recent report by the independent Low Pay Commission found that low wages in the private care sector was linked to funding pressure on councils driving down the rates they pay to providers.
Salaries across the county range between £16,000 and £22,100.
The figures cover the period prior to a rise in the minimum wage in April, to £8.72 per hour for 25 and overs.
Christina McAnea, assistant general secretary of public sector union Unison, said the private provider model made delivering a “much-deserved wage boost” to care workers harder, but not impossible.
She said: "The Government must ensure all care operators pay staff at least the real living wage.
“It's hardly a big step given the Prime Minister wanted this hourly rate for care workers as Mayor of London.”
The move would require more cash for councils buying care, higher rates enshrined in contracts with providers, and checks to ensure employers pass the funds onto staff, she added.
Gender equality charity the Fawcett Society has also called for the Government to prioritise "decent terms and conditions" in the care sector, after their research found 72 per cent of people in the UK think carers are underpaid.
More than eight out of 10 carers are women.
The Department for Health and Social Care said it was” immensely grateful to all our social care workers” for their hard work during the coronavirus crisis.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock added he was "committed to supporting the entire NHS and social care workforce through improved recruitment and retention".


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Hampshire college principle retires after 38 years in further education

A HAMPSHIRE college principle has retired after 38 years in further education .
Tim Jackson , Principle and Chief Executive of Sparsholt College Group will be retiring at the end of this month , after 38 years in further education , and 22 years as Principle of the Sparsholt College .
After being recruited to be a tutor and course manager for the Diploma in Agriculture for the college from his position teaching agriculture at Warwickshire College in 1986 , Tim progressed through various management positions , including Head of Faculty and Vice Principle , before accepting the position of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ I have thoroughly enjoyed being part of a college which is comprised of employers and businesses , who are so supportive and my colleagues who I have had the privilege to lead and who , through their dedication , innovation and passion , inspire and support our students to transform their own lives and go directly into great careers or higher study . ''
Julie Milburn has been Principle Designate for more than a year now and will officially take up the role of Principle on August 1 .
After understudying Tim @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I have had the privilege of working alongside Tim for the past two years and observed first hand his outstanding approach to leading such a diverse organisation with great success .
`` His levels of energy and high expectations , set for both staff and students , has been an inspiration to us all and the Senior Leadership Team look forward to maintaining this continuous pursuit for excellence that Tim has embedded within the fabric of this College .
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Tim Jackson, Principle and Chief Executive of Sparsholt College Group will be retiring at the end of this month, after 38 years in further education, and 22 years as Principle of the Sparsholt College.
After being recruited to be a tutor and course manager for the Diploma in Agriculture for the college from his position teaching agriculture at Warwickshire College in 1986, Tim progressed through various management positions, including Head of Faculty and Vice Principle, before accepting the position of Principle in 1998.
He said: “I have thoroughly enjoyed being part of a college which is comprised of employers and businesses, who are so supportive and my colleagues who I have had the privilege to lead and who, through their dedication, innovation and passion, inspire and support our students to transform their own lives and go directly into great careers or higher study."
Julie Milburn has been Principle Designate for more than a year now and will officially take up the role of Principle on August 1.
After understudying Tim since 2018, Julie said: "I have had the privilege of working alongside Tim for the past two years and observed first hand his outstanding approach to leading such a diverse organisation with great success.
"His levels of energy and high expectations, set for both staff and students, has been an inspiration to us all and the Senior Leadership Team look forward to maintaining this continuous pursuit for excellence that Tim has embedded within the fabric of this College.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--LETTER - Cal to reverse cycle lane plan in Southampton

I have resisted giving feedback on the sudden implementation of “ temporary ” bus/cycle lanes in the city until I properly saw them in action over a longer period of time .
I live in Bitterne and travel all over the city for my job .
I have a good frame of reference of the roads before this was introduced compared to now .
Despite traffic numbers being a fraction of what they were pre-lockdown , the idle traffic at seemingly random times throughout the day has increased and rush hour is terrible despite far less traffic than pre-lockdown .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ leading to more pollution .
Surely the opposite of what we are trying to achieve ?
• New cycle lanes 'will have a major impact' I understand this is to encourage more cycling , however the numbers of cyclists using the lanes is tiny .
It would have to increase by 5-6000 % to even be slightly worthwhile .
That will simply not happen .
Neither will people using public transport due to both the cost and unreliability .
Furthermore , at a time when businesses require as much support as possible to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this scheme is discouraging people from coming to the city or visiting the city centre .
This will be exacerbated when more people are back to work and far worse traffic and pollution problems .
Why would we want to discourage this ?
The homeowners along these routes must be furious .
• Call for rethink on cycle lanes plan for Southampton It is without a doubt that this is an expensive mistake and should be reversed immediately .
Stubbornly sticking with it will only damage the city at an unstable time .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to alter bottlenecks at the railway bridges along the route and improve traffic flow .
I feel cheated that I voted for a council with this level of ineptitude , as I would never vote for such an anti-Southampton policy .
I plead with you to reconsider the scheme or at the very least consult with the people of Southampton democratically about something so large and affecting so many people .
You have said these lanes are temporary , I hope that is the case .
However I believe the intention is to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ re using temporary traffic orders to be able to sneak it through .

I live in Bitterne and travel all over the city for my job. I have a good frame of reference of the roads before this was introduced compared to now.
Despite traffic numbers being a fraction of what they were pre-lockdown, the idle traffic at seemingly random times throughout the day has increased and rush hour is terrible despite far less traffic than pre-lockdown.
My journey times have increased. All leading to more pollution. Surely the opposite of what we are trying to achieve?
I understand this is to encourage more cycling, however the numbers of cyclists using the lanes is tiny.
It would have to increase by 5-6000% to even be slightly worthwhile.
That will simply not happen. Neither will people using public transport due to both the cost and unreliability.
Furthermore, at a time when businesses require as much support as possible to get through the toughest of times, this scheme is discouraging people from coming to the city or visiting the city centre. This will be exacerbated when more people are back to work and far worse traffic and pollution problems. Why would we want to discourage this?
The homeowners along these routes must be furious.
It is without a doubt that this is an expensive mistake and should be reversed immediately. Stubbornly sticking with it will only damage the city at an unstable time. The money would have been better used to alter bottlenecks at the railway bridges along the route and improve traffic flow.
I feel cheated that I voted for a council with this level of ineptitude, as I would never vote for such an anti-Southampton policy. I plead with you to reconsider the scheme or at the very least consult with the people of Southampton democratically about something so large and affecting so many people.
You have said these lanes are temporary, I hope that is the case. However I believe the intention is to keep it in place permanently and you’re using temporary traffic orders to be able to sneak it through.
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thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Southampton are set to wear their new home strip on Sunday

SAINTS are set to wear their newly-launched home kit for Sunday ’ s game against Sheffield United .
The match @ @ @ @ @ final game of the 2019/20 Premier League season , will be taking place at St @ @ @ @ @ Saints have decided to debut their new strip , which marks their 135th anniversary .
@ @ @ @ @ gone down a treat with supporters as it looks set to register the highest volume @ @ @ @ @ Its style is similar to the one Saints donned during their 2010/11 campaign when they @ @ @ @ @ into the Championship .
However , the main colour on next season ’ s home @ @ @ @ @ ’ s partnered with a white diagonal sash as opposed to the other way around @ @ @ @ @ shirts will be available to purchase online from Friday , 24 July [ 5pm ] @ @ @ @ @ store at Westquay shopping centre from Monday , 27 July [ 10am ] .
The @ @ @ @ @ be revealed and on sale in August .

The match, which will be the final game of the 2019/20 Premier League season, will be taking place at St Mary’s.
And Saints have decided to debut their new strip, which marks their 135th anniversary.
James Ward-Prowse models the third kit (Pic: Southampton FC)
The 2020/21 home kit has gone down a treat with supporters as it looks set to register the highest volume of pre-orders on record.
Its style is similar to the one Saints donned during their 2010/11 campaign when they sealed promotion from League One into the Championship.
However, the main colour on next season’s home kit is red but it’s partnered with a white diagonal sash as opposed to the other way around.
The home and third shirts will be available to purchase online from Friday, 24 July [5pm] and in the official Saints store at Westquay shopping centre from Monday, 27 July [10am].
The away shirt is set to be revealed and on sale in August.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Essential drainage improvements for two weeks on a busy Hampshire road

ESSENTIAL drainage improvements will soon be taking place for two weeks on a busy Hampshire road .
From Monday July 27 , two weeks of vital works will be starting on the A334 Botley Road , between B3354 Winchester Street and B2177 Winchester Road .
The works will be undertaken by Hampshire County Council at night between 8pm and 6am , with temporary traffic management in place to protect the workforce carrying out the works , but during daytime and weekend hours , the road will be open as usual .
Councillor Rob Humby , Deputy Leader and Executive Member @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has reassured residents that work will be done to `` minimise disturbance and disruption '' .
He said : “ Looking after Hampshire ’ s extensive road network is one of our top priorities .
Our planned maintenance programme , Operation Resilience , is a long-term strategy designed to ensure Hampshire ’ s road and bridge network is more resilient to the impact of heavy traffic and weather .
The programme sees an additional investment of £10 million each year , using a variety of treatments to extend the life of highway infrastructure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ best value for money .
These essential works have been carefully planned , and I would like to reassure local residents that we will do all we can to minimise disturbance and disruption.
” The works were planned to begin on Monday July 20 , but due to `` unforeseen programme issues '' , they were delayed for a week .
Details of the works , including any changes to the scheduled dates , such as due to adverse weather , will be clearly signed on yellow sign boards where the work is @ @ @ @

From Monday July 27, two weeks of vital works will be starting on the A334 Botley Road, between B3354 Winchester Street and B2177 Winchester Road.
The works will be undertaken by Hampshire County Council at night between 8pm and 6am , with temporary traffic management in place to protect the workforce carrying out the works, but during daytime and weekend hours, the road will be open as usual.
Councillor Rob Humby, Deputy Leader and Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment, has reassured residents that work will be done to "minimise disturbance and disruption".
He said: “Looking after Hampshire’s extensive road network is one of our top priorities. Our planned maintenance programme, Operation Resilience, is a long-term strategy designed to ensure Hampshire’s road and bridge network is more resilient to the impact of heavy traffic and weather. The programme sees an additional investment of £10 million each year, using a variety of treatments to extend the life of highway infrastructure while at the same time getting the best value for money. These essential works have been carefully planned, and I would like to reassure local residents that we will do all we can to minimise disturbance and disruption.”
The works were planned to begin on Monday July 20, but due to "unforeseen programme issues", they were delayed for a week.
Details of the works, including any changes to the scheduled dates, such as due to adverse weather, will be clearly signed on yellow sign boards where the work is being carried out.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--LETTER - Will pub garden smoking ban do any good?

AMERICANS James Enstrm and Geoffrey Kabat both hated smoking.That 's why they began to look into the effects of secondry smoke inhalation , hoping once and for all their research would help nail this social evil .
They had the full support of their main sponsors , the American Cancer Society and the Tobacco and related Disease Research Program .
After analysing 30 years of American Cancer Society data ( 1959-1989 ) they tracked no fewer than 118,000 Californians and was the world 's first major long-term investigation into the effects of passive smoking .
But as their study progressed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they were n't going to deliver the results their sponsors wanted .
As they discovered , exposure to second-hand smoke , no matter how intense or prolonged , creates no significantly increased risk of heart disease or lung cancer .
From being heroes of the health lobby they became it 's number one villains .
The only way to continue research - irony of ironies - was with the backing of the cigarette industry .
Of course , this gave their critics the ammunition they needed not to take their work seriously .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ it had been funded by Big Tobacco .
Will a smoking ban in pub gardens really do any good ?

They had the full support of their main sponsors, the American Cancer Society and the Tobacco and related Disease Research Program.
After analysing 30 years of American Cancer Society data (1959-1989) they tracked no fewer than 118,000 Californians and was the world's first major long-term investigation into the effects of passive smoking.
But as their study progressed they began to realise something awkward: they weren't going to deliver the results their sponsors wanted.
As they discovered, exposure to second-hand smoke, no matter how intense or prolonged, creates no significantly increased risk of heart disease or lung cancer.
From being heroes of the health lobby they became it's number one villains.
Sponsors dropped them like a hot potato.
The only way to continue research - irony of ironies - was with the backing of the cigarette industry.
Of course, this gave their critics the ammunition they needed not to take their work seriously.
After all it was clearly biased: it had been funded by Big Tobacco.
Will a smoking ban in pub gardens really do any good?
Dave Christian


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Existing Waterside line serves Marchwood Military Port

MRS BLAKE of Hythe suggests removal of the Waterside railway line and replacing it with a cycle track ( letters @ @ @ @ @ also questions the support for project to examine the case for restoration of a passenger @ @ @ @ @ may not be aware but the existing line is fully maintained and already used on @ @ @ @ @ traffic .
It serves the one remaining military port at Marchwood .
• Letter - @ @ @ @ @ not a railway line In future years it will almost certainly also be used for @ @ @ @ @ Marchwood , or further down the line .
It seems criminal not to make use @ @ @ @ @ always be there .
As to support for the project , a Facebook Page titled @ @ @ @ @ has about 3,500 followers .
The project is also supported by Hythe & Dibden Parish @ @ @ @ @ , Totton & Eling Town Council , New Forest District Council , the New Forest @ @ @ @ @ County Council .

She also questions the support for project to examine the case for restoration of a passenger railway service.
Mrs Blake may not be aware but the existing line is fully maintained and already used on a daily basis for freight traffic.
It serves the one remaining military port at Marchwood.
In future years it will almost certainly also be used for commercial purposes, whether to Marchwood, or further down the line.
It seems criminal not to make use of existing infrastructure that will always be there.
As to support for the project, a Facebook Page titled "Waterside Community Railway" has about 3,500 followers.
The project is also supported by Hythe & Dibden Parish Council, Marchwood Parish Council, Totton & Eling Town Council, New Forest District Council, the New Forest National Park Authority and Hampshire County Council.
Cllr David Harrison
Totton


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--How to enter service excellence title at South Coast Business Awards

IF you know of a company which provides incredible customer service , now is the time to nominate it for an award .
The Service Excellence category of the South Coast Business Awards recognises businesses with a genuine and innovative focus on customer service .
The awards celebrate business excellence among all the sectors that make up the Hampshire and Isle of Wight economy .
Companies can be nominated by themselves or others .
The judges are looking for a clear relationship between customer service activities and improved business performance , financial growth and customer retention .
Businesses should be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the last 12 months or , have identified a strategy for change in the next 12 months .
The awards ’ principal sponsor , law firm Dutton Gregory , invites any company whose head office is based in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight to enter or to be nominated .
Nominations will be considered by our judging panel and entrants may be subject to a “ mystery shopper ” visit by the category sponsor .
The judges will be looking to announce the three finalists in each category in the Daily @ @ @ @ @ @ @ plus one guest each , will be invited to join their category sponsors at the awards ceremony at the home of the Saints , St Mary ’ s Stadium , where the winners will be announced .
The ceremony is scheduled to take place on Thursday , November 12 .
The winners of each category will receive £250 of advertising in the Daily Echo or on dailyecho.co.uk .
They will also be featured in the category winners ’ coverage in the Daily Echo and online .
The awards ceremony will also see one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This overall winner will be chosen by the judging panel from all the category winners .
The other categories in the awards are : • Best Use Of Technology Award You can submit your award entry online .
The closing date is Monday , August 31 .

The Service Excellence category of the South Coast Business Awards recognises businesses with a genuine and innovative focus on customer service.
The awards celebrate business excellence among all the sectors that make up the Hampshire and Isle of Wight economy. Companies can be nominated by themselves or others.
The judges are looking for a clear relationship between customer service activities and improved business performance, financial growth and customer retention. Businesses should be able to demonstrate evidence of positive change in the last 12 months or, have identified a strategy for change in the next 12 months.
The awards’ principal sponsor, law firm Dutton Gregory, invites any company whose head office is based in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight to enter or to be nominated.
Nominations will be considered by our judging panel and entrants may be subject to a “mystery shopper” visit by the category sponsor.
The judges will be looking to announce the three finalists in each category in the Daily Echo.
All three category finalists, plus one guest each, will be invited to join their category sponsors at the awards ceremony at the home of the Saints, St Mary’s Stadium, where the winners will be announced.
The ceremony is scheduled to take place on Thursday, November 12.
The winners of each category will receive £250 of advertising in the Daily Echo or on dailyecho.co.uk. They will also be featured in the category winners’ coverage in the Daily Echo and online.
The awards ceremony will also see one company crowned Business of the Year. This overall winner will be chosen by the judging panel from all the category winners.
The other categories in the awards are:
Innovation Excellence Award
Business Leader Award
Employer Award
Entrepreneur Award
Small Business Award
Business in the Community Award
Best Use Of Technology Award
Best New Business
You can submit your award entry online. The closing date is Monday, August 31.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Nathan Jennings jailed at Southampton Crown Court

A `` PROFESSIONAL '' burglar who was chased across a university campus by a police dog unit has been jailed .
Nathan Jennings broke into the Co-op branch in Burgess Road , Southampton .
Brandishing a crowbar and wearing red gloves the 28-year-old broke holes through the roof to gain entry , a court heard .
• Shocking criminal past of couple who preyed on businesses during lockdown revealed Police arrived on the scene to find the store alarm activated however , the front door “ remained secure ” .
Officers noticed the `` silhouette of a male '' towards @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on to the University of Southampton grounds .
They `` gave chase '' with the assistance of a dog handler and were able to track Jennings during the incident on September 17 , 2018 .
He was arrested and interviewed the same day but gave a no comment interview .
Jennings of St Denys Road appeared before Southampton Crown Court on Thursday facing a charge of non-dwelling burglary which he pleaded guilty to .
• 'It was like they had done a home removal ' : Couple broke into neighbours ' flat and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Esprit told how crowbars were recovered near the back door of the shop .
Furthermore , approximately £350 in cash had taken from a safe in the manager 's office - and which has never been recovered .
The ordeal caused a direct financial loss of £350 .
However , there was damage to the roof and internal doors .
Meanwhile , a number of shelves and bottles were broken .
The shop was also impacted by a loss of trade .
Jennings ' previous convictions include a burglary in 2008 and conspiracy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Defending , Mark Florida-James argued how he had pleaded guilty at the earliest opportunity .
Furthermore , at the time , Jennings had been out of work and struggling financially .
During sentencing Judge Henry said the burglary was `` planned and executed in a professional way '' and that it was `` targeted '' .
Jennings `` clearly knew what he was after '' and was jailed for 14 months .
His girlfriend left the courtroom in tears as he was sent down .

Nathan Jennings broke into the Co-op branch in Burgess Road, Southampton.
Brandishing a crowbar and wearing red gloves the 28-year-old broke holes through the roof to gain entry, a court heard.
Police arrived on the scene to find the store alarm activated however, the front door “remained secure”.
Officers noticed the "silhouette of a male" towards the rear of the property which backs on to the University of Southampton grounds.
They "gave chase" with the assistance of a dog handler and were able to track Jennings during the incident on September 17, 2018.
He was arrested and interviewed the same day but gave a no comment interview.
Jennings of St Denys Road appeared before Southampton Crown Court on Thursday facing a charge of non-dwelling burglary which he pleaded guilty to.
Prosecuting barrister, Shaun Esprit told how crowbars were recovered near the back door of the shop.
Furthermore, approximately £350 in cash had taken from a safe in the manager's office - and which has never been recovered.
The ordeal caused a direct financial loss of £350.
However, there was damage to the roof and internal doors.
Meanwhile, a number of shelves and bottles were broken.
The shop was also impacted by a loss of trade.
Jennings' previous convictions include a burglary in 2008 and conspiracy to commit burglary the same year.
Defending, Mark Florida-James argued how he had pleaded guilty at the earliest opportunity.
Furthermore, at the time, Jennings had been out of work and struggling financially.
During sentencing Judge Henry said the burglary was "planned and executed in a professional way" and that it was "targeted".
Jennings "clearly knew what he was after" and was jailed for 14 months.
His girlfriend left the courtroom in tears as he was sent down.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Hampshire sees spike in new coronavirus cases

NEW Covid-19 cases have spiked in four areas of Hampshire over the past seven days .
Coronavirus infection rates in Southampton have shot up from 2.8 to 4.7 new cases for every 100,000 residents in the seven days ending July 21 .
In two areas of the county , they have doubled .
In Portsmouth from 1.4 to 2.8 and in the Test Valley from 0.8 to 1.6 cases .
The New Forest has also seen a rise from 1.7 to 2.8 cases .
Meanwhile , in Winchester , rates have stayed constant at 1.6 .
However , the latest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the rate has dropped in Eastleigh from 4.6 to 2.3 .
These figures are compared to the seven days running up to July 21 .
New data is released each week and shows how rates of positive coronavirus tests are changing in each area .
It is based on tests carried out in laboratories and in the wider community .
The rate is expressed as the number of new cases per 100,000 people .
Data for the most recent three days ( July 22-24 ) has been excluded as it is incomplete and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with Darwen , the rate has jumped from 52.4 cases per 100,000 in the seven days to July 14 to 90.6 in the seven days to July 21 , with 135 new cases recorded .
Second on the list is Leicester , where the rate has gone down from 96.8 to 63.9 , and where 227 new cases have been recorded .
– Hyndburn ( up from 7.4 to 47.0 , with 38 new cases ) – Rochdale ( up from 35.9 to 47.7 , with 105 new cases ) – Oldham ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 67 new cases ) – Sandwell ( up from 14.1 to 26.6 , with 87 new cases ) The list is based on Public Health England figures updated on July 24 on the Government ’ s coronavirus online dashboard .

Coronavirus infection rates in Southampton have shot up from 2.8 to 4.7 new cases for every 100,000 residents in the seven days ending July 21.
In two areas of the county, they have doubled.
In Portsmouth from 1.4 to 2.8 and in the Test Valley from 0.8 to 1.6 cases.
The New Forest has also seen a rise from 1.7 to 2.8 cases.
Meanwhile, in Winchester, rates have stayed constant at 1.6.
However, the latest figures released by Public Health England show the rate has dropped in Eastleigh from 4.6 to 2.3.
These figures are compared to the seven days running up to July 21.
New data is released each week and shows how rates of positive coronavirus tests are changing in each area.
It is based on tests carried out in laboratories and in the wider community.
The rate is expressed as the number of new cases per 100,000 people.
Data for the most recent three days (July 22-24) has been excluded as it is incomplete and likely to be revised.
In Blackburn with Darwen, the rate has jumped from 52.4 cases per 100,000 in the seven days to July 14 to 90.6 in the seven days to July 21, with 135 new cases recorded.
Second on the list is Leicester, where the rate has gone down from 96.8 to 63.9, and where 227 new cases have been recorded.
Other areas reporting notable week-on-week jumps include:
– Hyndburn (up from 7.4 to 47.0, with 38 new cases)
– Rochdale (up from 35.9 to 47.7, with 105 new cases)
– Oldham (up from 13.6 to 28.4, with 67 new cases)
– Sandwell (up from 14.1 to 26.6, with 87 new cases)
The list is based on Public Health England figures updated on July 24 on the Government’s coronavirus online dashboard.


thedailyecho--2020-07-24--Ordnancce Survey at Southampton sees record revenues but lower profits

THE UK ’ s mapping agency Ordnance Survey has recorded record revenue for the fourth year in a row but seen profits fall .
The government-owned business , based in Southampton , generated £161.7million in revenue in 2019-20 , beating the record of £157.3m , set last year .
However , profit before interest and tax fell from £26.3m to £400,000 after the business cut the useful economic life of its geospatial content improvement programme – which focused on improving its data for urban areas – from 7.5 years to three .
Earnings before interest , taxes , depreciation and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ordnance Survey cited rising spending , employee costs and professional fees as it invested in preparation for growth .
• Helping more than 200 organisations , including the NHS and Public Health England , respond to the Covid-19 pandemic .
Its data was used to allocate resources to hospitals , care homes and supermarkets at the right place and time .
• The launch of a 10-year Public Sector Geospatial Agreement ( PSGA ) , which aims to deliver better location information to benefit the public sector , business , developers and academia @ @ @ @ @ @ @ data .
• The National Underground Asset Register , a pilot in the north east to create an underground map of pipes and cables .
• Geovation , a programme to help start-ups , with an Edinburgh hub joining one in central London .
It led to 484 new jobs .
• Support for other nations on their geospatial strategies , including a deal with the Dubai government to create of a geospatial services centre in Dubai .
Chief executive Steve Blair said : “ The PSGA is our most significant achievement of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on which we will become a more commercially aware and customer centric organisation .
The work on delivering the PSGA has already begun , to create new data that is easier to access , use and share .
“ Delivering on the PSGA is one of the five elements that will drive commercial growth .
The others are an evolution of the great foundations which Ordnance Survey has today , and include international geospatial opportunities , geospatial services , consumer and commercial data .
“ My eyes have been opened to how significant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just in mapping for emergencies during the pandemic , but across the many sectors our data and insights bring to customers in Britain and globally .
OS ’ s role and purpose in serving Britain is as important as it has ever been .
”

The government-owned business, based in Southampton, generated £161.7million in revenue in 2019-20, beating the record of £157.3m, set last year.
However, profit before interest and tax fell from £26.3m to £400,000 after the business cut the useful economic life of its geospatial content improvement programme – which focused on improving its data for urban areas – from 7.5 years to three.
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation fell from £49.3m to £44.7m. Ordnance Survey cited rising spending, employee costs and professional fees as it invested in preparation for growth.
The Nursling-based agency drew attention to highlights including:
Helping more than 200 organisations, including the NHS and Public Health England, respond to the Covid-19 pandemic. Its data was used to allocate resources to hospitals, care homes and supermarkets at the right place and time.
The launch of a 10-year Public Sector Geospatial Agreement (PSGA), which aims to deliver better location information to benefit the public sector, business, developers and academia and transform the way they use geospatial data.
The National Underground Asset Register, a pilot in the north east to create an underground map of pipes and cables.
Geovation, a programme to help start-ups, with an Edinburgh hub joining one in central London. It led to 484 new jobs.
Support for other nations on their geospatial strategies, including a deal with the Dubai government to create of a geospatial services centre in Dubai.
Helping people find green spaces and cycle routes during lockdown.
Chief executive Steve Blair said: “The PSGA is our most significant achievement of the year. It is the foundation on which we will become a more commercially aware and customer centric organisation. The work on delivering the PSGA has already begun, to create new data that is easier to access, use and share.
“Delivering on the PSGA is one of the five elements that will drive commercial growth. The others are an evolution of the great foundations which Ordnance Survey has today, and include international geospatial opportunities, geospatial services, consumer and commercial data.
“My eyes have been opened to how significant the role of location is. Not just in mapping for emergencies during the pandemic, but across the many sectors our data and insights bring to customers in Britain and globally. OS’s role and purpose in serving Britain is as important as it has ever been.”
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thedailyecho--2020-07-27--Woman bitten by dogs at St Catherine's Hill, Winchester

A WOMAN going for a walk was knocked over by two dogs and bitten several times .
Police are on the hunt for witnesses after a woman suffered puncture wounds when she was bitten by dogs in Winchester .
The woman , in her 50s , had been walking near the bench area to the steps of St Catherine ’ s Hill when she was knocked to the ground by two dogs – described as black Rottweilers .
This took place at around 4.10pm on Sunday 26 July .
The dogs bit the woman several times , causing injuries to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Hampshire Police said : `` We would like to identify and speak to four people who were at the benches at the time of this incident .
`` They were two men and two woman , described as all being aged in their late 20s to early 30s , and they had a pushchair with them .
They are believed to have left the area with the dogs after the attack .
`` Did you see these people in the area ?
Do you know who they are ? ''
Anyone with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 101 , quoting 44200280009 .
Alternatively , you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 % anonymously on 0800 555 111 , or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org

Police are on the hunt for witnesses after a woman suffered puncture wounds when she was bitten by dogs in Winchester.
The woman, in her 50s, had been walking near the bench area to the steps of St Catherine’s Hill when she was knocked to the ground by two dogs – described as black Rottweilers.
This took place at around 4.10pm on Sunday 26 July.
The dogs bit the woman several times, causing injuries to her leg and back.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said: "We would like to identify and speak to four people who were at the benches at the time of this incident.
"They were two men and two woman, described as all being aged in their late 20s to early 30s, and they had a pushchair with them. They are believed to have left the area with the dogs after the attack.
"Did you see these people in the area? Do you know who they are?"
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting 44200280009.
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org