thedailyecho--2020-02-12--Remembered as an enfant terrible

Remembered as an enfant terrible

HE was born in Southampton before building a pioneering career in film – but there is no blue plaque on Ken Russell ’ s first house in Derby Road or in Belmont Road , Later in life Russell ( 1927-2011 ) revisited Belmont Road and in his autobiography he wrote : ” I looked at number 31 through my car window .
Semi-detached , fading yellow brick , small front garden connected by a narrow driveway to a larger back garden .
And right at the back against the wall , still threatening to push it over and even more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , my galleon , my magic beanstalk .
To everyone else it was a horse chestnut tree , but to me as a child it was a place to continue yesterday ’ s adventure in the His family owned a footwear business , with shops in St Mary Street , Shirley Road and Eastleigh , but he chose not to follow into the business .
His father ran a credit type shopping system , Russell Cheques , a similar scheme to the Provident Cheques .
However , people didn ’ t like other @ @ @ @ @ @ @ You could only use them in certain shops such as Sidney Man ’ s shop in St. Mary ’ s .
When Ken lived in Portswood he escaped his strict father by spending as much of his time as he could at the nearby Broadway and Palladium cinemas .
The Broadway later became a bingo hall ( once frequented by Saints legend Matt Le Tissier ) and is now the Victory Gospel Church .
The Palladium has been various supermarkets .
Ken Russell was educated at Taunton ’ s School .
He tried @ @ @ @ @ @ @ film director ; he was a photographer , a dancer and served in both the merchant navy and the RAF , but the film industry was his destiny .
His short films such as Peepshow ( 1956 ) won him a reputation and led to working for the BBC .
His programme on the composer Elgar brought him national attention and gave him the chance to direct his first feature film , French Dressing ( 1963 ) .
As a film director his trademarks were controversial sex scenes , deliberately theatrical acting , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ flights of imagination .
He found success with Women in Love ( 1969 ) , for which he received his Oscar nomination and Glenda Jackson won Best Actress .
It features the infamous naked wrestling scene with Alan Bates and Oliver Reed .
The Boyfriend ( 1972 ) for which Twiggy won two Golden Globe awards was also very well received .
A biopic film of the painter and sculptor Henri Gaudier-Brzeska ’ s life , Savage Messiah ( 1972 ) was directed and largely financed by Russell .
The Southampton City Art @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s work .
Henri died fighting for France at age 23 in the First World War .
However , some of his subsequent films , including The Devils ( 1971 ) starring Oliver Reed and Vanessa Redgrave and Lisztomania ( 1975 ) , were considered by some to be vulgar and There was a return to form with Tommy ( 1975 ) , a rock opera based on The Who .
It was well suited to Russell ’ s extravagant style and was a box office hit .
Much of the filming took @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the film including a real life fire on South Parade Pier .
He directed the music video “ Nikkita ” for Sir Elton John in 1988 and Lair of the White Worm ( 1988 ) , a cult horror/comedy with a young Hugh Grant .
Russell took part in Celebrity Big Brother in 2007 but walked out after 4 days following an argument with Jade Goody .
When visiting Southampton he liked to lunch at Piccolo Mondo restaurant close to the Civic Centre .
From 2007-2008 he was a Visiting Fellow at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ making .
After his thatched cottage in the New Forest burnt down in 2006 he lost many possessions .
Married four times , Ken Russell will be remembered as an ‘ enfant terrible ’ of film .

Portswood.
Later in life Russell (1927-2011) revisited Belmont Road and in his autobiography he wrote:”I looked at number 31 through my car window. Semi-detached, fading yellow brick, small front garden connected by a narrow driveway to a larger back garden. And right at the back against the wall, still threatening to push it over and even more magnificent than ever, was my castle, my galleon, my magic beanstalk.
To everyone else it was a horse chestnut tree, but to me as a child it was a place to continue yesterday’s adventure in the
cinema”.
His family owned a footwear business, with shops in St Mary Street, Shirley Road and Eastleigh, but he chose not to follow into the business. His father ran a credit type shopping system, Russell Cheques, a similar scheme to the Provident Cheques. However, people didn’t like other people to know they used them. You could only use them in certain shops such as Sidney Man’s shop in St. Mary’s.
When Ken lived in Portswood he escaped his strict father by spending as much of his time as he could at the nearby Broadway and Palladium cinemas. The Broadway later became a bingo hall (once frequented by Saints legend Matt Le Tissier) and is now the Victory Gospel Church. The Palladium has been various supermarkets.
Ken Russell was educated at Taunton’s School. He tried several professions before choosing to become a film director; he was a photographer, a dancer and served in both the merchant navy and the RAF, but the film industry was his destiny.
His short films such as Peepshow (1956) won him a reputation and led to working for the BBC. His programme on the composer Elgar brought him national attention and gave him the chance to direct his first feature film, French Dressing (1963). As a film director his trademarks were controversial sex scenes, deliberately theatrical acting, religious, fire and snake imagery and flights of imagination.
He found success with Women in Love (1969), for which he received his Oscar nomination and Glenda Jackson won Best Actress. It features the infamous naked wrestling scene with Alan Bates and Oliver Reed. The Boyfriend (1972) for which Twiggy won two Golden Globe awards was also very well received.
A biopic film of the painter and sculptor Henri Gaudier-Brzeska’s life, Savage Messiah (1972) was directed and largely financed by Russell. The Southampton City Art Gallery has a bust of Henri’s work. Henri died fighting for France at age 23 in the First World War.
However, some of his subsequent films, including The Devils (1971) starring Oliver Reed and Vanessa Redgrave and Lisztomania (1975), were considered by some to be vulgar and
tasteless.
There was a return to form with Tommy (1975), a rock opera based on The Who. It was well suited to Russell’s extravagant style and was a box office hit. Much of the filming took place in and around Portsmouth, with the film including a real life fire on South Parade Pier. He directed the music video “Nikkita” for Sir Elton John in 1988 and Lair of the White Worm (1988), a cult horror/comedy with a young Hugh Grant. Russell took part in Celebrity Big Brother in 2007 but walked out after 4 days following an argument with Jade Goody.
When visiting Southampton he liked to lunch at Piccolo Mondo restaurant close to the Civic Centre. From 2007-2008 he was a Visiting Fellow at the University of Southampton advising students on film making. After his thatched cottage in the New Forest burnt down in 2006 he lost many possessions. Married four times, Ken Russell will be remembered as an ‘enfant terrible’ of film.
By Martin Brisland, tour guide with SeeSouthampton.co.uk .


thedailyecho--2020-02-12--Readers' letter: Can someone explain Southampton Airport expansion plans?

CAN anyone enlighten me as to why Eastleigh Council is even considering expanding Southampton Airport ?
I use the airport @ @ @ @ @ think it 's a great airport to help connect the south coast to the rest @ @ @ @ @ is lacking in one thing – passengers !
Over the past 18 months I have @ @ @ @ @ the number of flights and the number of passengers in the terminal .
The shops @ @ @ @ @ low demand and security is very much queueless .
I ca n't see how they @ @ @ @ @ parking spaces when the top floor of their current car park gets shut each weekend @ @ @ @ @ of demand I assume .
Although I support the expansion I ca n't see how @ @ @ @ @ little airport needs at the moment .
Surely building back up their current business should @ @ @ @ @ Having a small airport with some passengers much be more financially viable than a larger @ @ @ @ @

I use the airport a lot and I actually think it's a great airport to help connect the south coast to the rest of the UK but it is lacking in one thing – passengers!
Over the past 18 months I have noticed a huge difference in the number of flights and the number of passengers in the terminal.
The shops now shut early due to low demand and security is very much queueless.
I can't see how they justify building 600 new car parking spaces when the top floor of their current car park gets shut each weekend, again due to lack of demand I assume.
Although I support the expansion I can't see how this is something that this little airport needs at the moment.
Surely building back up their current business should be number one priority?
Having a small airport with some passengers much be more financially viable than a larger airport with no passengers?
B Godard


thedailyecho--2020-02-12--Yodel, Hermes and DPD: Best and worst parcel delivery firms

The best and worst delivery firms in the UK have been revealed .
DPD and CollectPlus have been voted the UK 's best parcel delivery companies in an annual poll of more than 9,000 MoneySavingExpert ( MSE ) users .
Ipostparcels , Yodel and CitySprint were at the other end of the rankings , and got the poorest service ratings .
DPD took the top spot for the seventh year running , this time sharing the crown with CollectPlus , which rose from fifth place last year .
Just 9 % of respondents ranked CollectPlus ’ service as ‘ poor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ‘ great ’ .
DPD scored 11 % and 63 % respectively , with Royal Mail , Amazon Logistics and DPD Local making up the rest of the top five . '
At the other end of the scale , Ipostparcels was worst for the second year in a row , with 42 % saying its service has been 'poor ' and just 13 % rating it as 'great ' .
And Yodel which finished in second-from-last place and has ranked in the bottom three for the fifth time – 46 % of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was ‘ poor ’ .
Steve Nowottny , news and features editor at MoneySavingExpert.com , says : `` Having goods delivered to your door should be convenient , but sadly we hear countless horror stories of poor service from some firms – whether it 's deliveries simply not showing up , 'missed delivery ' cards being left when you were in or even packages being dumped in the bin .
`` When you order something , in practice you often have little choice over which firm delivers your goods , as this is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you have no direct relationship with the delivery firm , as the retailer 's their employer .
But consumers do have rights when firms do n't deliver – and you should use them .
`` If you 're unhappy with a delivery or it simply did n't arrive , complain to the retailer – that 's who your contract 's with , and it 's up to the retailer to put things right .
Ask it to justify why it uses delivery firms which offer such poor customer service .
Parcel delivery firms @ @ @ @ @ @ @ game if those they deliver to insist that retailers make them . ''

DPD and CollectPlus have been voted the UK's best parcel delivery companies in an annual poll of more than 9,000 MoneySavingExpert (MSE) users.
Ipostparcels, Yodel and CitySprint were at the other end of the rankings, and got the poorest service ratings.
Parcels at a Hermes depot in Yorkshire
DPD took the top spot for the seventh year running, this time sharing the crown with CollectPlus, which rose from fifth place last year.
Just 9% of respondents ranked CollectPlus’ service as ‘poor’ and 61% said it was ‘great’.
DPD scored 11% and 63% respectively, with Royal Mail, Amazon Logistics and DPD Local making up the rest of the top five.'
Playing football with parcels' - leaked photos at Hermes depot
At the other end of the scale, Ipostparcels was worst for the second year in a row, with 42% saying its service has been 'poor' and just 13% rating it as 'great'.
And Yodel which finished in second-from-last place and has ranked in the bottom three for the fifth time – 46% of respondents said their experience with the firm was ‘poor’.
Ranked: delivery firms
CollectPlus DPD Royal Mail Amazon Logistics DPD Local DHL UPS FedEx Parcelforce Worldwide APC Overnight UK Mail TNT DX Hermes/MyHermes CitySprint Yodel Ipostparcels
Steve Nowottny, news and features editor at MoneySavingExpert.com, says: "Having goods delivered to your door should be convenient, but sadly we hear countless horror stories of poor service from some firms – whether it's deliveries simply not showing up, 'missed delivery' cards being left when you were in or even packages being dumped in the bin.
"When you order something, in practice you often have little choice over which firm delivers your goods, as this is frequently decided by the retailer. Generally you have no direct relationship with the delivery firm, as the retailer's their employer. But consumers do have rights when firms don't deliver – and you should use them.
"If you're unhappy with a delivery or it simply didn't arrive, complain to the retailer – that's who your contract's with, and it's up to the retailer to put things right. Ask it to justify why it uses delivery firms which offer such poor customer service. Parcel delivery firms will only be forced to up their game if those they deliver to insist that retailers make them."


thedailyecho--2020-02-12--Arrest after man seen on roof in Bedford Place

A MAN has been arrested after police were involved in a ninety-minute standoff with a man who had climbed on @ @ @ @ @ roof .
Officers cordoned off part of Carlton Place and Bedford Place this afternoon after @ @ @ @ @ of XOXO Bar .
The incident happened around 11.30am this morning .
The road has @ @ @ @ @ , who were attending a concern for welfare incident , have arrested a 20-year-old man @ @ @ @ @ a bladed article and for failure to attend North Hampshire Magistrates ' Court on January @ @

Officers cordoned off part of Carlton Place and Bedford Place this afternoon after a man climbed on top of XOXO Bar.
The incident happened around 11.30am this morning.
The road has since been opened.
Officers, who were attending a concern for welfare incident, have arrested a 20-year-old man on suspicion of possession of a bladed article and for failure to attend North Hampshire Magistrates' Court on January 28.
He remains in custody.


thedailyecho--2020-02-12--Power cable comes down at junction of Ringwood Road and Eadens Lane, between Bartley and Netley Mars

Power cable comes down at junction of Ringwood Road and Eadens Lane, between Bartley and Netley Marsh

A ROAD linking two villages in the New Forest was closed after power cables came down between Bartley and Netley Marsh .
The incident , at the junction of Ringwood Road and Eadens Lane , is thought to have been caused by the recent bad weather .
People posting on social media warned that the road had been closed .
One person said : `` About 20 minutes ago there was an electricity cable down across the road , Ringwood Road by Eadens Lane .
When I left the police were shutting the road , I would assume will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ social media user added : `` It is shut but not until you get right up to it .
It would be easier to close the road further down .
Just avoid it .
The back roads were busy too . ''
A Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks spokesperson confirmed that engineers were called to fallen power cables .
She said supplies were not affected but the road was closed to ensure the safety of engineers and road users .
The road has now reopened .
The spokesperson added : “ In the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dennis on the horizon , we ’ d urge members of the public not to approach any damage to our equipment and instead , report it either by calling 105 or via our Power Track App and our teams will investigate as soon as possible .
”

The incident, at the junction of Ringwood Road and Eadens Lane, is thought to have been caused by the recent bad weather.
People posting on social media warned that the road had been closed.
One person said: "About 20 minutes ago there was an electricity cable down across the road, Ringwood Road by Eadens Lane. When I left the police were shutting the road, I would assume will be closed for a while."
Another social media user added: "It is shut but not until you get right up to it. It would be easier to close the road further down. Just avoid it. The back roads were busy too."
A Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks spokesperson confirmed that engineers were called to fallen power cables.
She said supplies were not affected but the road was closed to ensure the safety of engineers and road users.
The road has now reopened.
The spokesperson added: “In the wake of Storm Ciara and with Storm Dennis on the horizon, we’d urge members of the public not to approach any damage to our equipment and instead, report it either by calling 105 or via our Power Track App and our teams will investigate as soon as possible.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-12--Boy charged with robbery after teenager assaulted and robbed in Eastleigh

A BOY has been charged after a teenager was robbed and assaulted in Eastleigh .
Police investigating a robbery in @ @ @ @ @ a head injury have now charged a 16-year-old boy on suspicion of robbery .
A @ @ @ @ @ assaulted by a group of boys on Market Street just after 4pm before having his @ @ @ @ @ a ring stolen .
A 16-year-old boy from Eastleigh has been charged with robbery and @ @ @ @ @ Court today .
Two 15-year-old boys were arrested on suspicion of robbery but have been @ @ @ @ @ March 9 to allow for further enquiries .
They have conditions not to enter Eastleigh @ @ @ @ @ .
Last night , officers made another arrest in connection with the incident .
A @ @ @ @ @ in police custody at this time .
As part of this investigation , a 17-year-old @ @ @ @ @ a public order offence and has been given conditions not to enter the town centre @ @ @ @ @ Southampton Youth Court on March 2 .

Police investigating a robbery in which a 17-year-old boy suffered a head injury have now charged a 16-year-old boy on suspicion of robbery.
A 17-year-old boy reported he was assaulted by a group of boys on Market Street just after 4pm before having his Apple Air Pod headphones and a ring stolen.
A 16-year-old boy from Eastleigh has been charged with robbery and will appear before Southampton Youth Court today.
Two 15-year-old boys were arrested on suspicion of robbery but have been released on police bail until March 9 to allow for further enquiries. They have conditions not to enter Eastleigh town centre in that time.
Last night, officers made another arrest in connection with the incident. A 16-year-old boy from Eastleigh remains in police custody at this time.
As part of this investigation, a 17-year-old boy was also charged with a public order offence and has been given conditions not to enter the town centre.
He will appear before Southampton Youth Court on March 2.


thedailyecho--2020-02-12--Bedford Place cordoned off by police in Southampton

A SOUTHAMPTON street has been cordoned off this afternoon .
Police have taped off Bedford Place at its junctions with @ @ @ @ @ .
Officers have reported it is due to concern for the welfare of a man @ @ @ @ @ Carlton Place .
Motorists are being advised to avoid the area

Police have taped off Bedford Place at its junctions with Henstead Road and Wilton Avenue.
Officers have reported it is due to concern for the welfare of a man spotted on a roof in Carlton Place.
Motorists are being advised to avoid the area
More to follow...


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Dr Peter Betts died by suicide at his Compton home near Winchester

A RETIRED Hampshire doctor took his own life after he was interviewed by police over a historical allegation .
Dr Peter Betts , 76 , suffered serious anxiety after being told about the case and died before police could tell him they were taking no further action .
The nature of the allegation was not revealed during his inquest in Winchester .
The coroner ’ s court heard that Dr Betts ’ mental health “ deteriorated rapidly ” after being interviewed in September .
He was found dead in the garden of his Compton home with stab wounds to his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ His son , Dr Timothy Betts , said : “ Retired for 14 years , he was an extremely well-respected paediatrician and a great father .
“ We tried to tell him that he shouldn ’ t be worried about the allegation but he got more and more stressed .
It was against his entire nature and career , and the whole allegation process was a horror for him .
“ His worry was that , although he hadn ’ t done anything wrong , the accusation would get out on social media @ @ @ @ @ @ @ end he wasn ’ t him and his thinking went from rational to irrational.
” Detective Sergeant Andrew Hawkins had been involved in investigating the allegation .
Although it had been decided to ‘ take no further action ’ on October 13 , police could not inform Dr Betts until October 21 due to official process guidelines , he said .
General Practitioner Dr Mark Roberts said that Dr Betts ’ had been contemplating suicide days before his death .
He added : “ He told me that he felt like a metal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at any time.
” Dr Betts , of Hurdle Way , split time between Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Southampton General Hospital before moving to the latter permanently in 1989 .
At the time of his death dozens of tributes poured in from former colleagues , patients and friends .
• 'He was a gifted mentor and loved by everyone ' : Tribute to doctor after body found by police Dr Derek Sandeman , medical director at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust , said : “ Peter Betts was an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than 20 years , led the development of paediatric and child protection services and was a key figure in the development of the unit .
“ He also established a centre of excellence and was recognised nationally and internationally for his skills and expertise .
”

Dr Peter Betts, 76, suffered serious anxiety after being told about the case and died before police could tell him they were taking no further action.
The nature of the allegation was not revealed during his inquest in Winchester.
The coroner’s court heard that Dr Betts’ mental health “deteriorated rapidly” after being interviewed in September. He was found dead in the garden of his Compton home with stab wounds to his chest and heart on October 14.
His son, Dr Timothy Betts, said: “Retired for 14 years, he was an extremely well-respected paediatrician and a great father.
“We tried to tell him that he shouldn’t be worried about the allegation but he got more and more stressed. It was against his entire nature and career, and the whole allegation process was a horror for him.
“His worry was that, although he hadn’t done anything wrong, the accusation would get out on social media and in the press. In the end he wasn’t him and his thinking went from rational to irrational.”
Detective Sergeant Andrew Hawkins had been involved in investigating the allegation.
Although it had been decided to ‘take no further action’ on October 13, police could not inform Dr Betts until October 21 due to official process guidelines, he said.
General Practitioner Dr Mark Roberts said that Dr Betts’ had been contemplating suicide days before his death.
He added: “He told me that he felt like a metal coil that could go ‘ping’ at any time.”
Senior coroner Christopher Wilkinson concluded as death by suicide.
Dr Betts, of Hurdle Way, split time between Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Southampton General Hospital before moving to the latter permanently in 1989.
At the time of his death dozens of tributes poured in from former colleagues, patients and friends.
Dr Derek Sandeman, medical director at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, said: “Peter Betts was an inspirational paediatrician who worked here for more than 20 years, led the development of paediatric and child protection services and was a key figure in the development of the unit.
“He also established a centre of excellence and was recognised nationally and internationally for his skills and expertise.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Arrest after man seen of roof in Bedford Place

RESIDENTS have spoken of their “ shock ” after police were involved in a 90-minute stand-off with a man who had climbed onto a roof in Southampton city centre .
Passers-by watched in shock as police “ swarmed ” Bedford Place after a man was seen standing on top of XOXO bar .
Paramedics also descended on the scene to help police as they responded to the concern for welfare calls , which first was reported around 11.30am yesterday .
The road was reopened around 1pm .
A man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a bladed article @ @ @ @ @ @ @ One witness , Ryan Perry , said he saw a man on top of the roof .
The 22-year-old Southampton Solent University student said : “ It was quite a shock .
“ All the police suddenly turned up and cordoned off the area .
“ They were almost instantly , it wasn ’ t just one it was three of four cars and paramedics as well.
” Another witness said the man had climbed up a ladder , belonging to a maintenance worker , to gain access to the roof of XOXO @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shouting and then I saw police swarming the area and I heard that there was a man of the roof .
“ They didn ’ t look like police at first , I think they were undercover or plain- clothed officers , but then uniformed officers started to swarm the area.
” Around a dozen officers , some armed with Tasers , were at the scene and helped to cordon off Bedford Place between Henstead Road and Wilton Avenue .
Two South Central Ambulance Service ( SCAS ) vehicles were also at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : “ Officers attending a concern for welfare have arrested a 20-year-old man on suspicion of possession of a bladed article and for failure to attend North Hampshire Magistrates ’ Court on January 28 .

Passers-by watched in shock as police “swarmed” Bedford Place after a man was seen standing on top of XOXO bar.
Paramedics also descended on the scene to help police as they responded to the concern for welfare calls, which first was reported around 11.30am yesterday.
The road was reopened around 1pm.
A man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a bladed article and for failure to attend court.
One witness, Ryan Perry, said he saw a man on top of the roof.
The 22-year-old Southampton Solent University student said: “It was quite a shock.
“All the police suddenly turned up and cordoned off the area.
“They were almost instantly, it wasn’t just one it was three of four cars and paramedics as well.”
Another witness said the man had climbed up a ladder, belonging to a maintenance worker, to gain access to the roof of XOXO.
She said: “I heard shouting and then I saw police swarming the area and I heard that there was a man of the roof.
“They didn’t look like police at first, I think they were undercover or plain- clothed officers, but then uniformed officers started to swarm the area.”
Around a dozen officers, some armed with Tasers, were at the scene and helped to cordon off Bedford Place between Henstead Road and Wilton Avenue.
Two South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) vehicles were also at the scene, including an incident response unit.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: “Officers attending a concern for welfare have arrested a 20-year-old man on suspicion of possession of a bladed article and for failure to attend North Hampshire Magistrates’ Court on January 28.
“He remains in custody.


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Revamp at Co-op in Hamble will double floorspace

PLANS have been revealed for a revamp at a Hampshire supermarket which would double floorspace .
A single-storey extension would be added to the Co-op store in Coronation Parade , Hamble .
The new-look shop would reportedly have an extended range and choice with a focus on “ fresh , healthy food , meal ideas , food-to-go ” and a new vegan range .
• New Lidl store to open its doors for the first time next week ( and there 'll be deals ) According to a spokesperson from the Co-op the extension would enable it to improve its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the local community .
The store would increase in size to 2,400 sq ft. As part of a nationwide scheme it would run on 100 per cent renewable electricity brought from a “ green ” energy provider .
Meanwhile a flat above the shop would be converted into storage space and an “ improved area for colleagues ” .
At the shopfront , an existing door would be replaced with a new double glazed sliding door and the current shopfront would be replaced with an aluminium clear glazed shopfront .
The existing railings @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and repainted .
The extension will have a flat roof and there will be a new goods door at the rear of the proposed extension .
The proposal also includes the installation of roof mounted plant at the flat roof of the proposed extension .
The Co-op has not revealed how many jobs would be created or when work would begin if the plans are approved .
The proposals submitted to Eastleigh Borough Council will be decided by a planning officer on February 20 .

A single-storey extension would be added to the Co-op store in Coronation Parade, Hamble.
The new-look shop would reportedly have an extended range and choice with a focus on “fresh, healthy food, meal ideas, food-to-go” and a new vegan range.
According to a spokesperson from the Co-op the extension would enable it to improve its choice and range and to better serve the local community.
The store would increase in size to 2,400 sq ft.
As part of a nationwide scheme it would run on 100 per cent renewable electricity brought from a “green” energy provider.
Meanwhile a flat above the shop would be converted into storage space and an “improved area for colleagues”.
At the shopfront, an existing door would be replaced with a new double glazed sliding door and the current shopfront would be replaced with an aluminium clear glazed shopfront.
The existing railings at the entrance ramp will be repaired and repainted.
The extension will have a flat roof and there will be a new goods door at the rear of the proposed extension.
The proposal also includes the installation of roof mounted plant at the flat roof of the proposed extension.
The Co-op has not revealed how many jobs would be created or when work would begin if the plans are approved.
The proposals submitted to Eastleigh Borough Council will be decided by a planning officer on February 20.


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--The Flying Scotsman to relaunch Hampshire heritage railway tomorrow

THE most famous steam locomotive in the world will re-launch Mid Hants Railway ’ s Watercress Line tomorrow .
The Flying Scotsman will be the first train to pass through a part of the line which has been closed for a year for repairs .
The record breaking locomotive will travel between Alresford and Alton carrying special guests including actors Sarah Parish and James Murray and broadcaster Alan Titchmarsh on its first ever visit to the heritage steam railway .
Around 300 local schoolchildren will wave flags as The Flying Scotsman passes Butts Bridge near Alton , which has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ closed the line between Medstead and Alton and were completed last month , were originally expected to take nine months but overran due to problems with Victorian foundations .
Detonators will also go off as the train crosses the bridge .
The Flying Scotsman will break a banner as it arrives at Alton Station ahead of passengers disembarking for an opening ceremony , speeches and a plaque unveiling .
The sold out journey on the iconic locomotive will be followed by four further Flying Scotsman running days on Saturday February 29 , Sunday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sunday March 8 .
Enthusiasts are encouraged to buy tickets in advance for the events , which are expected to be extremely popular .
Visitors will travel in style through the glorious Hampshire countryside , overlooking the South Downs National Park , on the ten mile line and feel the thrill as Flying Scotsman conquers the 1 in 60 ‘ over the Alps ’ climb to the summit at Medstead and Four Marks , in each direction .
Bosses at Mid Hants Railway , which runs the line , say the locomotive ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ helping to attract more visitors .
The Flying Scotsman was built in 1923 and became the first locomotive to make an 100mph run in 1934 .
It was retired from service by British Rail in 1963 , underwent a £4.2m refurbishment between 2006 and 2016 and returned to the mainline .

The Flying Scotsman will be the first train to pass through a part of the line which has been closed for a year for repairs.
The record breaking locomotive will travel between Alresford and Alton carrying special guests including actors Sarah Parish and James Murray and broadcaster Alan Titchmarsh on its first ever visit to the heritage steam railway.
Around 300 local schoolchildren will wave flags as The Flying Scotsman passes Butts Bridge near Alton, which has been painstakingly rebuilt.
The works, which closed the line between Medstead and Alton and were completed last month, were originally expected to take nine months but overran due to problems with Victorian foundations.
Detonators will also go off as the train crosses the bridge.
The Flying Scotsman will break a banner as it arrives at Alton Station ahead of passengers disembarking for an opening ceremony, speeches and a plaque unveiling.
The sold out journey on the iconic locomotive will be followed by four further Flying Scotsman running days on Saturday February 29, Sunday March 1, Saturday March 7 and Sunday March 8.
Enthusiasts are encouraged to buy tickets in advance for the events, which are expected to be extremely popular.
Visitors will travel in style through the glorious Hampshire countryside, overlooking the South Downs National Park, on the ten mile line and feel the thrill as Flying Scotsman conquers the 1 in 60 ‘over the Alps’ climb to the summit at Medstead and Four Marks, in each direction.
Bosses at Mid Hants Railway, which runs the line, say the locomotive’s visit will be hugely important in helping to attract more visitors.
The Flying Scotsman was built in 1923 and became the first locomotive to make an 100mph run in 1934.
It was retired from service by British Rail in 1963, underwent a £4.2m refurbishment between 2006 and 2016 and returned to the mainline.
The timetable
Alton: Departs 1pm
Ropley: Departs 1.25pm
Alresford: Arrives 1.33pm and departs 2pm
Ropley: Arrives 2.08pm
Alton: Arrives 2.33pm and departs 2.55pm
Ropley: Departs 3.20pm
Alresford: Arrives 3.28pm and departs 4.05pm
Ropley: Arrives 4.13pm
Alton: 4.38pm arrives and departs at 5pm
Ropley: Departs 5.25pm
Alresford: Arrives 5.33pm and departs 6.10pm
Ropley: Arrives 6.18pm
Alton: Arrives 6.43pm


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Lidl on Shirley High Street opening date revealed

A NEW budget supermarket store in Southampton is to officially open its doors to the public next week .
Lidl has confirmed that its store on Shirley High Street will be opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 8am on February 20 .
Customers are invited to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony and will be offered the chance to sample some of Lidl ’ s award winning products throughout the day , along with exclusive deals and offers on selected products for the first week of opening .
• Co-op store set to double in size and focus on 'healthy food @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 102 piece tool kit ( £29.99 , RRP £49.99 ) from Thursday , February 20 , a mixer tap ( £12.99 , RRP £24.99 ) from Friday , February 21 and a nicer dicer fusion ( £16.99 , RRP £29.99 ) from Saturday , February 22 .
The new supermarket forms part of the company ’ s ongoing expansion and regeneration plans in the UK which will see it open up to 50 new stores a year .
The sales area of the supermarket has increased in size to 1401m² and facilities including @ @ @ @ @ @ @ changing and ample parking for both cars and bicycles .
Up to 20 new jobs have also been created for the local community .
Lidl GB ’ s Regional Head of Property , James Mitchell , said : “ We would like to thank all those who have played a part in improving our Lidl store in Southampton .
`` It is great for us to be able to create more jobs and investment opportunities in the area , and we can ’ t wait to start serving our multi-award winning products to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were given the go-ahead by Southampton City Council in July despite rebuffing previous proposals just four months before .
The German discount chain put forward the revamped plans in the summer , which were welcomed by members .
The firm ’ s previous proposals were rejected over fears the supermarket would have a negative impact on neighbouring residents .
Changes include moving the store away from Mayflower Road – a key reason the application was rejected .
This is something both planners and residents who attended the meeting agreed on .
No members @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the plans at the meeting .

Lidl has confirmed that its store on Shirley High Street will be opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 8am on February 20.
Customers are invited to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony and will be offered the chance to sample some of Lidl’s award winning products throughout the day, along with exclusive deals and offers on selected products for the first week of opening.
These include a 102 piece tool kit (£29.99, RRP £49.99) from Thursday, February 20, a mixer tap (£12.99, RRP £24.99) from Friday, February 21 and a nicer dicer fusion (£16.99, RRP £29.99) from Saturday, February 22.
The new supermarket forms part of the company’s ongoing expansion and regeneration plans in the UK which will see it open up to 50 new stores a year.
The sales area of the supermarket has increased in size to 1401m² and facilities including a bakery, customer toilets, baby changing and ample parking for both cars and bicycles.
Up to 20 new jobs have also been created for the local community.
Lidl GB’s Regional Head of Property, James Mitchell, said: “We would like to thank all those who have played a part in improving our Lidl store in Southampton.
"It is great for us to be able to create more jobs and investment opportunities in the area, and we can’t wait to start serving our multi-award winning products to the local community once again.”
Plans were given the go-ahead by Southampton City Council in July despite rebuffing previous proposals just four months before.
The German discount chain put forward the revamped plans in the summer, which were welcomed by members.
The firm’s previous proposals were rejected over fears the supermarket would have a negative impact on neighbouring residents.
Changes include moving the store away from Mayflower Road – a key reason the application was rejected.
This is something both planners and residents who attended the meeting agreed on.
No members of the public spoke in objection to the plans at the meeting.


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Shotguns, pistols, quad bikes and a tractor among those seized from an address in Fair Oak

SHOTGUNS , pistols , quad bikes and a tractor are among the items seized from an address in Fair Oak , following the arrest of a 50-year-old man .
As part of an ongoing investigation , officers executed a warrant at a property off Winchester Road on February 6 .
During the two-day search , they recovered four pistols , three shotguns , a silencer and several rounds of ammunition , as well as four quad bikes , a tractor , a Polaris Ranger , two pedal cycle , an Audi A3 and two hedge trimmers .
This comes after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle , theft of a pedal cycle , possession of firearms and ammunition , and also possession of shotguns on February 1 .
He was interviewed by Police and released under investigation to allow for further enquiries .
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said : `` You may have seen a heavy police presence at a property in Fair Oak at the end of last week ?
`` We arrested a 50-year-old man from Fair Oak on February 1 , on suspicion of theft of motor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and possession of firearms , and ammunition , and also possession of shotguns .
He was interviewed and released under investigation to allow for further enquiries .
`` On February 6 , as part of this ongoing investigation we executed a warrant a property off of Winchester Road .
We remained at the property until Friday 7 February and carried out a thorough search .
As part of the overall investigation , we seized a number of firearms , and stolen property . ''
A number of the stolen items have now been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ enquiries are ongoing at this time .
Anyone who saw anything suspicious or has information is urged to call police on 101 , quoting the reference number 44200044884 .

As part of an ongoing investigation, officers executed a warrant at a property off Winchester Road on February 6.
During the two-day search, they recovered four pistols, three shotguns, a silencer and several rounds of ammunition, as well as four quad bikes, a tractor, a Polaris Ranger, two pedal cycle, an Audi A3 and two hedge trimmers.
This comes after a 50-year-old man from Fair Oak was arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle, theft of a pedal cycle, possession of firearms and ammunition, and also possession of shotguns on February 1.
He was interviewed by Police and released under investigation to allow for further enquiries.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "You may have seen a heavy police presence at a property in Fair Oak at the end of last week?
"We arrested a 50-year-old man from Fair Oak on February 1, on suspicion of theft of motor vehicle, theft of a pedal cycle and possession of firearms, and ammunition, and also possession of shotguns. He was interviewed and released under investigation to allow for further enquiries.
"On February 6, as part of this ongoing investigation we executed a warrant a property off of Winchester Road. We remained at the property until Friday 7 February and carried out a thorough search. As part of the overall investigation, we seized a number of firearms, and stolen property."
A number of the stolen items have now been reunited with their rightful owners, and enquiries are ongoing at this time.
Anyone who saw anything suspicious or has information is urged to call police on 101, quoting the reference number 44200044884.


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Stephen Skilton and Anthony Leech died at Cheesefoot Head near Winchester

TRIBUTES have been paid to two Hampshire men who died in a collision on the A272 near Winchester .
As previously reported , police were called to Cheesefoot Head on January 30 after a crash involving a black Ford Fiesta and a white Audi .
The men travelling in the Fiesta , 61-year-old Stephen Richard Skilton and Anthony Leech , 70 , were pronounced dead at the scene .
Paying tribute , Mr Leech ’ s family said : “ A loving brother and uncle .
A friend to many and one of the world ’ s most genuine guys @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Skilton ’ s family said : “ A loving partner to Jackie .
A loyal son , brother , uncle and friend , Stephen will be sadly missed by so many people : relatives , work colleagues past and present , Army colleagues , friends and neighbours .
“ He will be remembered for his honesty , consideration , and sense-of-humour .
“ A loving character , the world is a poorer place without him .
He will be loved forever and always.
” The families are being supported by specialist officers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ post mortem report this morning which states the preliminary cause of death for both the Emsworth men as multiple injuries .
The 60-year-old man who was driving the Audi suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital .
Officers investigating the exact circumstances of the collision are keen to speak with any witnesses .
A police spokesperson said : “ Did you witness the collision ?
`` Maybe you have a dash cam and captured footage of either of the vehicles in the area in the moments before or of the collision ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , quoting 44200037998 .
Alternatively , you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

As previously reported, police were called to Cheesefoot Head on January 30 after a crash involving a black Ford Fiesta and a white Audi.
The men travelling in the Fiesta, 61-year-old Stephen Richard Skilton and Anthony Leech, 70, were pronounced dead at the scene.
Paying tribute, Mr Leech’s family said: “A loving brother and uncle. A friend to many and one of the world’s most genuine guys, tragically taken too soon.”
And Mr Skilton’s family said: “A loving partner to Jackie. A loyal son, brother, uncle and friend, Stephen will be sadly missed by so many people: relatives, work colleagues past and present, Army colleagues, friends and neighbours.
“He will be remembered for his honesty, consideration, and sense-of-humour.
“A loving character, the world is a poorer place without him. He will be loved forever and always.”
The families are being supported by specialist officers.
Winchester Coroner's Court heard a post mortem report this morning which states the preliminary cause of death for both the Emsworth men as multiple injuries.
Area coroner Jason Pegg adjourned the full inquest to August 21.
The 60-year-old man who was driving the Audi suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital.
Officers investigating the exact circumstances of the collision are keen to speak with any witnesses.
A police spokesperson said: “Did you witness the collision?
"Maybe you have a dash cam and captured footage of either of the vehicles in the area in the moments before or of the collision?”
Anyone with information can call 101, quoting 44200037998. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--St Mary's Independent School reopens after Coronavirus fears

A SOUTHAMPTON school which was evacuated after pupils were isolated due to Coronavirus fears has reopened today .
St Mary ’ s Independent School in Bitterne Park has now opened its doors to pupils after three days of closure after pupils attended lessons with symptoms of the virus .
The students , from the same family , had recently travelled to an area affected with the virus .
The school was closed while it was deep cleaned to remove any potential traces of the virus .
• Coronavirus : all the latest news so far The sick pupils were taken @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and then returned home to self-isolation .
On Monday , parents rushed their children away from the premises in Midanbury Lane after students at the school were struck down with symptoms similar to the virus .
St Mary ’ s has been in contact with Public Health England ( PHE ) which is monitoring the situation .
Members of the public are urged to carry tissues and use them to “ catch ” their cough or sneeze .
They should then bin the tissue , and wash their hands , or use a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hands often with soap and water , especially after using public transport .
To avoid contracting Coronavirus people should avoid touching their face with unwashed hands and avoid close contact with people who are unwell .
The news comes after eight people in the UK being diagnosed with the virus .

St Mary’s Independent School in Bitterne Park has now opened its doors to pupils after three days of closure after pupils attended lessons with symptoms of the virus.
The students, from the same family, had recently travelled to an area affected with the virus.
The school was closed while it was deep cleaned to remove any potential traces of the virus.
The sick pupils were taken to Southampton General Hospital to be tested and then returned home to self-isolation.
On Monday, parents rushed their children away from the premises in Midanbury Lane after students at the school were struck down with symptoms similar to the virus.
St Mary’s has been in contact with Public Health England (PHE) which is monitoring the situation.
Members of the public are urged to carry tissues and use them to “catch” their cough or sneeze.
They should then bin the tissue, and wash their hands, or use a sanitiser gel.
People should wash their hands often with soap and water, especially after using public transport.
To avoid contracting Coronavirus people should avoid touching their face with unwashed hands and avoid close contact with people who are unwell.
The news comes after eight people in the UK being diagnosed with the virus.


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--LAST NIGHT'S REVIEW: Mamma Mia!, Mayflower Theatre

MAMMA Mia the stage show and movie are now a phenomenon almost on the scale of the band whose music they celebrate .
The Abba musical is now 20 years old and just keeps getting better and better .
I 've seen the show five or six times in the last two decades , in the West End and in various theatres on tour , including Southampton , and it 's definitely improved with age .
This is a sassy feel-good production with a confidence and a joyfulness that leaves the audience skipping home feeling like they 've had a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ staged version , it 's an absolute delight from start to finish .
Sharon Sexton owns the role of Donna Sheridan , the Greek taverna owning single mum whose young daughter Sophie ( beautifully portrayed by Emma Mullen ) is about to wed and has invited all her three potential fathers along for the ride .
Donna 's old pals provide some wonderful comedy diversions .
Man eating Tanya ( Helen Anker ) struts around the stage in a superb rendition of Does Your Mother Know , while Rosie ( Nicky Swift ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bursts into an exaggerated comedy version of Take A Chance On Me .
The male leads are generally not as strong vocally as their female counterparts .
But what they may lack in the occasional high note , they more than make up for with their dance moves .
Clad in flippers , wet suits and snorkels , their Lay All Your Love On Me is a particular high point .
In fact , the entire ensemble 's choreography is every bit as tight as the lycra Donna and the Dynamos slip into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cleverly updated for the 20th anniversary tour , you might even see some flossing .
The cast fully deserved their dance-a long standing ovation as they performed a spectacular finale of Dancing Queen and Waterloo .
When two and a half hours feel like two and a half minutes , you know you 're on to a winner .
Mamma Mia is truly a joy and I 'd happily watch it again tonight .

The Abba musical is now 20 years old and just keeps getting better and better. I've seen the show five or six times in the last two decades, in the West End and in various theatres on tour, including Southampton, and it's definitely improved with age.
This is a sassy feel-good production with a confidence and a joyfulness that leaves the audience skipping home feeling like they've had a holiday in the sun.
A lovingly staged version, it's an absolute delight from start to finish.
Sharon Sexton owns the role of Donna Sheridan, the Greek taverna owning single mum whose young daughter Sophie (beautifully portrayed by Emma Mullen) is about to wed and has invited all her three potential fathers along for the ride.
Donna's old pals provide some wonderful comedy diversions. Man eating Tanya (Helen Anker) struts around the stage in a superb rendition of Does Your Mother Know, while Rosie (Nicky Swift) has the audience in stitches as she bursts into an exaggerated comedy version of Take A Chance On Me.
The male leads are generally not as strong vocally as their female counterparts. But what they may lack in the occasional high note, they more than make up for with their dance moves. Clad in flippers, wet suits and snorkels, their Lay All Your Love On Me is a particular high point.
In fact, the entire ensemble's choreography is every bit as tight as the lycra Donna and the Dynamos slip into as they recreate their 70s heyday.
Cleverly updated for the 20th anniversary tour, you might even see some flossing.
The cast fully deserved their dance-a long standing ovation as they performed a spectacular finale of Dancing Queen and Waterloo.
When two and a half hours feel like two and a half minutes, you know you're on to a winner. Mamma Mia is truly a joy and I'd happily watch it again tonight.
Mamma Mia runs until Saturday February 29.
Tickets: 023 8071 1811.


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Proposal to restore leaky Avonway Community Centre in Fordingbridge given go-ahead

CIVIC chiefs have approved a major repair project that aims to secure the future of a New Forest facility used by 1,400 people a week .
Campaigners have been given permission to refurbish Avonway Community Centre in Fordingbridge by removing its Victorian chimneys and replacing the natural roof slates with a cheaper alternative .
Avonway supporters had warned that the centre could close and fall into disrepair if the application were rejected .
A £70,000 fundraising appeal has been launched to finance the work , which aims to repair the building 's leaky roof and keep the facility watertight .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be built on the site in 1835 and is viewed as a vital part of Fordingbridge Conservation Area .
The restoration project has been given the go-ahead by New Forest District Council ( NFDC ) .
A report by council planning officers says : `` The buildings are clearly well used , with up to 47 community groups making use of the facilities available .
It therefore represents an important community asset offering a range of services and facilities . ''
In a letter to NFDC it said : `` We have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ heritage value of the Avonway building and its crucial function as the town 's community centre .
In our view any harm from these proposals to the architectural heritage is insignificant .
`` We believe the extra cost of using natural slate would threaten the viability of the community association . ''
The NFDC report says the council 's heritage officer felt that removing the chimneys and re-roofing the building using non-natural slates would fail to preserve the character of the conservation area .
But it points out that Avonway is not a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ several occasions .
It also highlights fears that the cost of preserving the building 's current appearance would result in it becoming unviable , putting it at risk of closure .
`` As the building is not listed there would be no powers to serve repair and urgent works notices to ensure the fabric of the building remains watertight and does not fall into disrepair , '' says the report .
`` This scenario would have a far greater and more damaging impact of the character and appearance of the conservation area than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ campaign was launched five months ago and has already netted more than £5,000 .
Avonway 's chairman , Chris Calder , said : “ It 's a big expensive roof and we ’ d still like more , so if you value Avonway and haven ’ t yet contributed please do so .
Every little helps .
”

Campaigners have been given permission to refurbish Avonway Community Centre in Fordingbridge by removing its Victorian chimneys and replacing the natural roof slates with a cheaper alternative.
Avonway supporters had warned that the centre could close and fall into disrepair if the application were rejected.
A £70,000 fundraising appeal has been launched to finance the work, which aims to repair the building's leaky roof and keep the facility watertight.
Avonway is part of the first school to be built on the site in 1835 and is viewed as a vital part of Fordingbridge Conservation Area.
The restoration project has been given the go-ahead by New Forest District Council (NFDC).
A report by council planning officers says: "The buildings are clearly well used, with up to 47 community groups making use of the facilities available. It therefore represents an important community asset offering a range of services and facilities."
Fordingbridge Town Council supported the application.
In a letter to NFDC it said: "We have considered carefully the balance between the architectural heritage value of the Avonway building and its crucial function as the town's community centre. In our view any harm from these proposals to the architectural heritage is insignificant.
"We believe the extra cost of using natural slate would threaten the viability of the community association."
The NFDC report says the council's heritage officer felt that removing the chimneys and re-roofing the building using non-natural slates would fail to preserve the character of the conservation area.
But it points out that Avonway is not a listed building and has been altered on several occasions.
It also highlights fears that the cost of preserving the building's current appearance would result in it becoming unviable, putting it at risk of closure.
"As the building is not listed there would be no powers to serve repair and urgent works notices to ensure the fabric of the building remains watertight and does not fall into disrepair," says the report.
"This scenario would have a far greater and more damaging impact of the character and appearance of the conservation area than the proposed works."
The fundraising campaign was launched five months ago and has already netted more than £5,000.
Avonway's chairman, Chris Calder, said: “It's a big expensive roof and we’d still like more, so if you value Avonway and haven’t yet contributed please do so. Every little helps.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Readers' letter: These climate emergency protesters are a joke

They now blame it for the wars around the world .
The Solomon Islands are still there going strong .
@ @ @ @ @ their habitat is being ripped down by corrupt countries .
A lot of things happen @ @ @ @ @ weather and it varies .
The earth works in cycles of thousands of years so @ @ @ @ @ taster .
To supply enough power for all these electric cars etc you will need @ @ @ @ @ .
Wind will not be enough .
The air in Southampton is constantly blowing over @ @ @ @ @ Most black spots are caused by the useless council who have done nothing but hamper @ @ @ @ @ roads , changing junctions for no reason and traffic lights that are useless and hold @ @ @ @ @ coming the other way .

They now blame it for the wars around the world.
The Solomon Islands are still there going strong. Species are dying out because their habitat is being ripped down by corrupt countries.
A lot of things happen because it’s called weather and it varies.
The earth works in cycles of thousands of years so our records are just a taster.
To supply enough power for all these electric cars etc you will need about five nuclear power stations.
Wind will not be enough. The air in Southampton is constantly blowing over us from the sea.
Most black spots are caused by the useless council who have done nothing but hamper the traffic with narrowing of roads, changing junctions for no reason and traffic lights that are useless and hold the traffic up when nothings coming the other way.
P Billows
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Grandfather who ‘lived a full life’ died after fall in garden

A GRANDFATHER died following a fall in his garden which caused a bleed on his brain , an inquest heard .
Ian Rudland Norrington was watering the plants in the backyard of his house in Merrytree Close , West Wellow , on September 21 , last year .
His wife Shelia said she had returned from inside the home and “ found him on his back in the back garden ” .
An inquest into his death at Winchester Coroner ’ s Court was told that the 86-year-old , who formerly served in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary , was responsive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The ambulance service was called , and Mr Norrington was taken to Southampton General Hospital .
Consultant neurosurgeon Jonathan Duffill said that the retired general manager at a dock company had suffered an acute subdural haematoma and it was decided to that an operation would not be in his best interest .
Mr Duffill added : “ This was effectively a massive haemorrhage in a very elderly patient , and this was unsurvivable in my view.
” Mr Norrington ’ s family agreed , and he pronounced dead at 1.24am on September 22 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fallen in the past and which left him “ very unsteady ” .
Senior coroner Christopher Wilkinson concluded that the death was accidental , adding : “ I think it is more likely than not that he will have lost his balance and taken a tumble as result of being unsteady on his feet .
“ Mr Norrington lived a full life not withstanding his ailments he was doing very well .
”

Ian Rudland Norrington was watering the plants in the backyard of his house in Merrytree Close, West Wellow, on September 21, last year.
His wife Shelia said she had returned from inside the home and “found him on his back in the back garden”.
An inquest into his death at Winchester Coroner’s Court was told that the 86-year-old, who formerly served in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, was responsive but then he stopped answering questions.
The ambulance service was called, and Mr Norrington was taken to Southampton General Hospital.
Consultant neurosurgeon Jonathan Duffill said that the retired general manager at a dock company had suffered an acute subdural haematoma and it was decided to that an operation would not be in his best interest.
Mr Duffill added: “This was effectively a massive haemorrhage in a very elderly patient, and this was unsurvivable in my view.”
Mr Norrington’s family agreed, and he pronounced dead at 1.24am on September 22.
Mrs Norrington said her husband had fallen in the past and which left him “very unsteady”.
Senior coroner Christopher Wilkinson concluded that the death was accidental, adding: “I think it is more likely than not that he will have lost his balance and taken a tumble as result of being unsteady on his feet.
“Mr Norrington lived a full life not withstanding his ailments he was doing very well.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Police continue investigation into alleged theft at For Your Eyes Only

POLICE are continuing their investigations into an alleged theft at a Southampton strip club after licensing chiefs gave the green light for the venue to reopen .
Officers say they are continuing the probe into allegations of a serious crime at For Your Eyes Only in Southampton High Street .
It comes days after licensing chiefs at Southampton City Council allowed the lapdancing bar to reopen , with new conditions , following a review of the venue ’ s premises licence earlier this week .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : “ At this time , no one has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still under investigation.
” The licensing review was launched after police wrote a letter , seen by The Echo , to the city council following an alleged incident of theft in December .
Officers sent the letter after investigating reports that a customer of the strip club paid out more than £30,000 during an eight hour-long stay at the venue .
In the letter , the force said the customer claimed he had no recollection of making the transactions .
The venue ’ s licence was temporarily suspended by the council licensing committee @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a review .
In a statement , the council said : “ The committee heard the licence holder does not condone the actions reported by the police , has assisted them with their investigations and has taken numerous steps to ensure there is no repeat of the incident .
”

Officers say they are continuing the probe into allegations of a serious crime at For Your Eyes Only in Southampton High Street.
It comes days after licensing chiefs at Southampton City Council allowed the lapdancing bar to reopen, with new conditions, following a review of the venue’s premises licence earlier this week.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: “At this time, no one has been arrested, but the matter is still under investigation.”
The licensing review was launched after police wrote a letter, seen by The Echo, to the city council following an alleged incident of theft in December.
Officers sent the letter after investigating reports that a customer of the strip club paid out more than £30,000 during an eight hour-long stay at the venue.
In the letter, the force said the customer claimed he had no recollection of making the transactions.
The venue’s licence was temporarily suspended by the council licensing committee, but was reinstated on Monday following a review.
In a statement, the council said: “The committee heard the licence holder does not condone the actions reported by the police, has assisted them with their investigations and has taken numerous steps to ensure there is no repeat of the incident.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Manor Church of England Infant School students save the planet

IT IS the small New Forest school which claims to have a child-centred approach to learning , offering a caring start for children .
Manor Church of England Infant School in Hardley has just 81 youngsters on its roll .
Led by headteacher Michelle Hale who has been in her post since January 2014 , the school boasts “ dedicated staff who care a great deal for the children ” .
Its extensive grounds in Larkspur Gardens feature a wild area with a nature trail and “ enormous ” field .
Every week students go on environmental walks to explore @ @ @ @ @ @ @ surrounding the school .
Meanwhile , “ planet protectors ” lead green initiatives to recycle , compost food waste and save electricity .
Children at Manor Infant School can learn to sing , play the ukelele , and drum during weekly classes run by Hampshire Music Service .
A report by the Church of England Education Office last October rated the school as excellent in a SIAMS inspection .
A SIAMS inspection focuses on the impact of the Church school ’ s Christian vision on pupils and adults .
It found that Manor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the school reaches out to all families and has established a very strong partnership with the parish church .
And , everyone at the school is loved , valued , allowed to flourish .

Manor Church of England Infant School in Hardley has just 81 youngsters on its roll.
Led by headteacher Michelle Hale who has been in her post since January 2014, the school boasts “dedicated staff who care a great deal for the children”.
Its extensive grounds in Larkspur Gardens feature a wild area with a nature trail and “enormous” field.
Every week students go on environmental walks to explore the great outdoors and appreciate the nature surrounding the school.
Meanwhile, “planet protectors” lead green initiatives to recycle, compost food waste and save electricity.
Children at Manor Infant School can learn to sing, play the ukelele, and drum during weekly classes run by Hampshire Music Service.
After school clubs include dance, martial arts, drama, football and athletics.
A report by the Church of England Education Office last October rated the school as excellent in a SIAMS inspection.
A SIAMS inspection focuses on the impact of the Church school’s Christian vision on pupils and adults.
It found that Manor is characterised by strong relationships and that the school reaches out to all families and has established a very strong partnership with the parish church. And, everyone at the school is loved, valued, allowed to flourish.


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Southampton could become 'freeport' with zero tariffs in wake of Brexit

A GOVERNMENT minister visited Southampton to launch plans for “ freeports ” – areas which would be sheltered from tariffs in the wake of Brexit .
The idea is being proposed in a bid to create jobs by promoting international trade after Britain ’ s departure from the European Union takes full effect at the end of this year .
Freeports are areas where no duty will be paid on goods until they enter the full UK market – so that no tariffs are paid if the items are exported straight away .
The chief secretary to the treasury , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Southampton to launch the government ’ s 10-week consultation on the idea .
After that , applications will be invited from areas interested in becoming freeports .
Mr Sunak said : “ Visiting the great port of Southampton brought home to me why our mission to boost every part of the UK is so crucial .
Freeports will unleash the potential in our proud historic ports , boosting and regenerating communities across the UK .
They will attract new businesses , spreading jobs , investment and opportunity to towns and cities up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is all part of being an open , outward-looking country , championing global free trade with vibrant freeports that work for all of the UK .
I urge Southampton and other all ports across the country to start preparing their Freeport applications , ready for the competitive process which will follow our 10-week consultation.
” Mr Sunak met bosses from port operator ABP to discuss the role its ports could play in the policy .
Several ABP ports offer large areas of development land close to deep water , making for efficient import @ @ @ @ @ @ @ export of finished products .
The company believes the freeport proposals could enhance these advantages .
The government says freeports will come with measures to reduce the cost of hiring staff .
ABP has supported the freeports idea since Mr Sunak published a paper on it in 2016 , the year of the EU referendum .
ABP chief commercial officer Julian Walker said : “ ABP welcomes the government ’ s announcement of a consultation on developing freeports .
We believe that freeports can increase the ability of ports to drive trade and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s manufacturing base and exports .
Our ports in Southampton , on the Humber and in South Wales offer ideal locations for port-centric manufacturing and this policy can help turn this ambition into reality .
”

The idea is being proposed in a bid to create jobs by promoting international trade after Britain’s departure from the European Union takes full effect at the end of this year.
Freeports are areas where no duty will be paid on goods until they enter the full UK market – so that no tariffs are paid if the items are exported straight away.
The chief secretary to the treasury, Rishi Sunak, was at the Port of Southampton to launch the government’s 10-week consultation on the idea.
After that, applications will be invited from areas interested in becoming freeports.
Mr Sunak said: “Visiting the great port of Southampton brought home to me why our mission to boost every part of the UK is so crucial. Freeports will unleash the potential in our proud historic ports, boosting and regenerating communities across the UK. They will attract new businesses, spreading jobs, investment and opportunity to towns and cities up and down the country.
“This is all part of being an open, outward-looking country, championing global free trade with vibrant freeports that work for all of the UK. I urge Southampton and other all ports across the country to start preparing their Freeport applications, ready for the competitive process which will follow our 10-week consultation.”
Mr Sunak met bosses from port operator ABP to discuss the role its ports could play in the policy.
Several ABP ports offer large areas of development land close to deep water, making for efficient import of raw materials and components and the export of finished products. The company believes the freeport proposals could enhance these advantages.
The government says freeports will come with measures to reduce the cost of hiring staff.
ABP has supported the freeports idea since Mr Sunak published a paper on it in 2016, the year of the EU referendum.
ABP chief commercial officer Julian Walker said: “ABP welcomes the government’s announcement of a consultation on developing freeports. We believe that freeports can increase the ability of ports to drive trade and economic growth by boosting the UK’s manufacturing base and exports. Our ports in Southampton, on the Humber and in South Wales offer ideal locations for port-centric manufacturing and this policy can help turn this ambition into reality.”
The consultation runs until April 20.


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Fake police officers tried to enter a property in Hampshire

TWO men impersonating police officers tried to enter an address in Hampshire , police have warned .
The incident involved two man ringing the doorbell of an address in Winchester , before claiming to be police and asking to get in to the property .
One of the men was dressed in a high-visibility jacket with `` Police '' written on it , and the other wore a dark jacket , but neither were police officers .
This took place at around 11.45pm on Saturday February 8 on Kilham Lane , Winchester .
Now , officers are appealing for information @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the situation .
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said : `` We are appealing for anyone who has information about a suspicious incident that happened in Winchester at the weekend .
`` At around 11.45pm on Saturday 8 February two men rang the doorbell at an address in Kilham Lane .
The men have told the residents that they were the police and they needed to go into the address .
The resident told the men he would phone the police and the men then ran away . ''
`` Public service employees @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they come to your home .
Examine the card carefully as fake cards have been used .
The card should have a photograph and the name of the organisation .
`` If you are at all worried , ring the organisation to check the caller is genuine .
Don ’ t phone the number printed on the identity card , a genuine worker won ’ t mind waiting .
`` Ensure your back door is locked if you are answering the front door to someone you don ’ t know , and make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ doors , and sheds locked . ''
Anyone with information about this incident can call 101 quoting 44200049896 .
If you think a bogus caller has been to your home , call the police on 999 , or alternatively , you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

The incident involved two man ringing the doorbell of an address in Winchester, before claiming to be police and asking to get in to the property.
One of the men was dressed in a high-visibility jacket with "Police" written on it, and the other wore a dark jacket, but neither were police officers.
This took place at around 11.45pm on Saturday February 8 on Kilham Lane, Winchester.
Now, officers are appealing for information on the incident and have issued advice on the situation.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "We are appealing for anyone who has information about a suspicious incident that happened in Winchester at the weekend.
"At around 11.45pm on Saturday 8 February two men rang the doorbell at an address in Kilham Lane. The men have told the residents that they were the police and they needed to go into the address. The resident told the men he would phone the police and the men then ran away."
"Public service employees are required to show identity cards when they come to your home. Examine the card carefully as fake cards have been used. The card should have a photograph and the name of the organisation.
"If you are at all worried, ring the organisation to check the caller is genuine. Don’t phone the number printed on the identity card, a genuine worker won’t mind waiting.
"Ensure your back door is locked if you are answering the front door to someone you don’t know, and make sure to keep side gates, garage doors, and sheds locked."
Anyone with information about this incident can call 101 quoting 44200049896. If you think a bogus caller has been to your home, call the police on 999, or alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--MP for Fareham, Suella Braverman, has announced the town will benefit under the NHS Funding Bill

A HAMPSHIRE MP has welcomed a new bill to increase investment into the NHS .
MP for Fareham , Suella @ @ @ @ @ new NHS Funding Bill , which would see local authorities like Fareham receive a sizeable @ @ @ @ @ Suella noted that by 2023-24 , under the proposals in the Bill , at least @ @ @ @ @ young people under 25 will be able to access support via NHS-funded mental health services @ @ @ @ @ Government has committed to increase investment in the NHS by £33.9 billion annually by 2024 @ @ @ @ @ In the light of the demands and challenges in the local area with young people @ @ @ @ @ is a great opportunity here for more funding and more co-ordination so that Fareham Community @ @ @ @ @ , so that our young people , and also other people who need mental health @ @ @ @ @ facility and capitalise on it in the most effective way .
”

MP for Fareham, Suella Braverman, has welcomed the new NHS Funding Bill, which would see local authorities like Fareham receive a sizeable share of the funding.
Suella noted that by 2023-24, under the proposals in the Bill, at least an additional 345,000 children and young people under 25 will be able to access support via NHS-funded mental health services.
This comes as the Government has committed to increase investment in the NHS by £33.9 billion annually by 2024.
Suella said: “In the light of the demands and challenges in the local area with young people’s mental health there is a great opportunity here for more funding and more co-ordination so that Fareham Community Hospital can be better harnessed, so that our young people, and also other people who need mental health support, can use the facility and capitalise on it in the most effective way.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Test Valley care leavers to receive 100 percent council tax discount in April

YOUNG adults living alone will now benefit from a 100 percent council tax discount from Test Valley Borough Council from April .
Test Valley Borough Council ’ s Cabinet gave the green light to a proposal to give care leavers the discount until they turn 25-years-old .
Those living with other adults would also be disregarded for council tax purposes until their 25th birthday .
The policy will ensure foster carers will not be financially worse off with council tax if a person leaving care comes to stay with them .
The move follows a recommendation from the Children ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , for local authorities to introduce council tax exemptions for care leavers .
Councillor Nick Adams-King , deputy leader of Test Valley Borough Council , said : `` I am delighted that at last night 's Test Valley Borough Council meeting , my colleagues unanimously approved our proposal to give a 100 percent council tax discount to Care Leavers until their 25th birthday .
`` The policy will also ensure foster carers are not financially worse off for council tax purposes if the person leaving care stays with their family after their 18th @ @ @ @ @ @ @ support for children in care and spoke in the debate to highlight the importance of this proposal . ''
Finance portfolio holder for Test Valley Borough Council , councillor Maureen Flood , said : “ I ’ m really pleased that my fellow colleagues have supported the recommendation from cabinet to support some of the most vulnerable people in our community .
`` Care leavers can find themselves at increased risk of experiencing homelessness or being involved in crime , and therefore we need to continue helping them any way we can .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ that we offer , as a council , to make sure we help them to achieve financially independent living.
” In the local policy , care leavers are described young people aged between 16 and 25 who have been cared for by a local authority for at least 13 weeks since the age of 14 .
The move is going to come into effect on April 1 , 2020 .

Test Valley Borough Council’s Cabinet gave the green light to a proposal to give care leavers the discount until they turn 25-years-old.
Those living with other adults would also be disregarded for council tax purposes until their 25th birthday.
The policy will ensure foster carers will not be financially worse off with council tax if a person leaving care comes to stay with them.
The move follows a recommendation from the Children’s Commissioner for England, Anne Longfield, for local authorities to introduce council tax exemptions for care leavers.
Councillor Nick Adams-King, deputy leader of Test Valley Borough Council, said: "I am delighted that at last night's Test Valley Borough Council meeting, my colleagues unanimously approved our proposal to give a 100 percent council tax discount to Care Leavers until their 25th birthday.
"The policy will also ensure foster carers are not financially worse off for council tax purposes if the person leaving care stays with their family after their 18th birthday.
"I am passionate about support for children in care and spoke in the debate to highlight the importance of this proposal."
Finance portfolio holder for Test Valley Borough Council, councillor Maureen Flood, said: “I’m really pleased that my fellow colleagues have supported the recommendation from cabinet to support some of the most vulnerable people in our community.
"Care leavers can find themselves at increased risk of experiencing homelessness or being involved in crime, and therefore we need to continue helping them any way we can.
“We are constantly reviewing the support that we offer, as a council, to make sure we help them to achieve financially independent living.”
In the local policy, care leavers are described young people aged between 16 and 25 who have been cared for by a local authority for at least 13 weeks since the age of 14.
The move is going to come into effect on April 1, 2020.


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Hampshire residents warned about Amazon scam

HAMPSHIRE residents have been warned about an Amazon scam , which grants fraudsters access to their personal information .
Officers have published information about the scam and have advised residents to `` always question uninvited approaches '' .
The latest fraud attempt involves victims receiving an automated call , informing them they have been charged for an Amazon Prime subscription and instructing them to `` press 1 '' to cancel the subscription .
Then they are directed to a fraudster posing as an Amazon customer service representative , who advices them that the membership was purchased fraudulently and that remote @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Team Viewer '' app needs to be downloaded on their computer to allow the `` representative '' to have access to it and fix the security flaw .
Sensitive security information and financial information can then be captured from the computer by the fraudster .
Other variants of this crime involve the criminals telling the victims that they are eligible for a refund from an unauthorised transaction on their Amazon account .
Hampshire Police have issued advice on what to do if you face this crime .
A spokesperson said : `` Always @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s a scam .
Instead , contact the company directly using a known email or phone number and have the confidence to refuse unusual requests for personal or financial information .
It ’ s easy to feel embarrassed when faced with unexpected or complex conversations , but it ’ s okay to stop the discussion if you do not feel in control of it .
`` Never install any software or visit a website as a result of a cold call and unsolicited requests for remote access to your computer should always raise @ @ @ @ @

Officers have published information about the scam and have advised residents to "always question uninvited approaches".
The latest fraud attempt involves victims receiving an automated call, informing them they have been charged for an Amazon Prime subscription and instructing them to "press 1" to cancel the subscription.
Then they are directed to a fraudster posing as an Amazon customer service representative, who advices them that the membership was purchased fraudulently and that remote access in the form of the "Team Viewer" app needs to be downloaded on their computer to allow the "representative" to have access to it and fix the security flaw.
Sensitive security information and financial information can then be captured from the computer by the fraudster.
Other variants of this crime involve the criminals telling the victims that they are eligible for a refund from an unauthorised transaction on their Amazon account.
Hampshire Police have issued advice on what to do if you face this crime.
A spokesperson said: "Always question uninvited approaches in case it’s a scam. Instead, contact the company directly using a known email or phone number and have the confidence to refuse unusual requests for personal or financial information. It’s easy to feel embarrassed when faced with unexpected or complex conversations, but it’s okay to stop the discussion if you do not feel in control of it.
"Never install any software or visit a website as a result of a cold call and unsolicited requests for remote access to your computer should always raise a red flag."


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--The brave act in The Solent which saved the trio's lives (and spared them from exile)

IT was a conspicuous act of bravery that saved them from a hefty prison term , if not exile .
Charles Woolgar , James Brown and Joseph Andrews had been nationally honoured and locally feted for their courage in endeavouring to rescue crew and passengers after a mail boat had capsized in the Solent .
But now they faced a judge after trying to free a notorious smuggler from the clutches of a law enforcer who had displayed remarkable heroism in tackling a gang without resorting to his firearm which ironically had probably saved the trio 's lives .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ grave , '' Lord Chief Justice Denman observed .
It was late evening on March 7 , 1837 , when Customs officer Francis Higginson chatting with a colleague suddenly observed a 'distance light , ' favourably used by smugglers , in The Solent .
The two men , stationed at Sconce Point on the Isle of Wight , kept avid watch on the narrow stretch of water between Yarmouth and Lymington and their suspicions were confirmed by two further lights .
Directing instructions to his team , Higginson saw a four-oared boat easing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Yarmouth .
Within seconds , there came a bright flash and turning in the direction from which it came , he saw a group of about 20 men standing by a tree .
He recalled : `` When the boat neared the eastern end of the town , a whistle was used on board the boat , such as a dog whistle , which was answered by a party of 10 men who were 50 or 60 yards distant from the others .
They proceeded down towards the beach along the wall and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ boat made for the shore . ''
Higginson drew his pistol , intending to board the boat before the smugglers reached it but immediately clashed with their leader Edward Cooper who yelled : `` Pull away , pull away , he will be in the boat . ''
Higginson fired his pistol into the starless sky as an order to stop , shouting out : `` I am a coastguard officer on duty . ''
But Cooper would not yield , bawling : `` You are not going to let one man frighten @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out . ''
Higginson was immediately kicked by a second smuggler , dragged away by a third who had grabbed his collar while a fourth took hold of his sword belt .
Astonishingly however he managed to detain Cooper who was manhandled to the coastguard station .
It was at this point that Woolgar , Brown and Andrews intervened in trying to free him but having failed , they disappeared into the night .
Woolgar and Brown were arrested and brought before magistrates within a week but almost a fortnight had elapsed before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for leniency , all too aware his fate would be determined at the assizes .
`` When will it be necessary for me to be at Winchester .
I hope it will not be too hard for me this time . ''
Indeed the judge was not , impressed by the testimony of a character witness who described them as `` quiet orderly men '' who had risked their lives after the Lymington mail boat had capsized , for which they were honoured by the Humane Society .
Their actions were also endorsed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be merciful .
Denman began his sentencing comments by praising Higginson for his bravely in a highly dangerous situation .
`` In the performance of his duty , he distinguished himself both by the courage and humanity he displayed .
He would have been justified in firing at any one of you and instead of appearing before this court on a comparatively light offence , you might be mouldering in the grave . ''
Having dwelt on the necessity of punishing wrongdoers , he said it was also right to temper justice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ astonished trio they would be bound over .
`` You are at liberty to return home to pursue peaceable and lawful occupations .
I hope for your sakes , as you have displayed such praiseworthy conduct in rescuing your fellow creatures in peril , you will abandon for the future these lawless courses , the consequences of which no men can be more fully aware of than yourselves .
`` Avoid then , I repeat , these evil pursuits and in future conduct yourselves in such a manner that you may be looked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ goodwill which your recent laudable conduct can not fail to ensure . ''

Charles Woolgar, James Brown and Joseph Andrews had been nationally honoured and locally feted for their courage in endeavouring to rescue crew and passengers after a mail boat had capsized in the Solent.
But now they faced a judge after trying to free a notorious smuggler from the clutches of a law enforcer who had displayed remarkable heroism in tackling a gang without resorting to his firearm which ironically had probably saved the trio's lives.
"Otherwise you might be mouldering in the grave," Lord Chief Justice Denman observed.
It was late evening on March 7, 1837, when Customs officer Francis Higginson chatting with a colleague suddenly observed a 'distance light,' favourably used by smugglers, in The Solent.
The two men, stationed at Sconce Point on the Isle of Wight, kept avid watch on the narrow stretch of water between Yarmouth and Lymington and their suspicions were confirmed by two further lights.
Directing instructions to his team, Higginson saw a four-oared boat easing its way to a muddy bank at Yarmouth. Within seconds, there came a bright flash and turning in the direction from which it came, he saw a group of about 20 men standing by a tree.
He recalled: "When the boat neared the eastern end of the town, a whistle was used on board the boat, such as a dog whistle, which was answered by a party of 10 men who were 50 or 60 yards distant from the others. They proceeded down towards the beach along the wall and when the whistle was heard, the boat made for the shore."
Higginson drew his pistol, intending to board the boat before the smugglers reached it but immediately clashed with their leader Edward Cooper who yelled: "Pull away, pull away, he will be in the boat."
Higginson fired his pistol into the starless sky as an order to stop, shouting out: "I am a coastguard officer on duty."
But Cooper would not yield, bawling: "You are not going to let one man frighten the lot. Knock his bloody brains out."
Higginson was immediately kicked by a second smuggler, dragged away by a third who had grabbed his collar while a fourth took hold of his sword belt. Astonishingly however he managed to detain Cooper who was manhandled to the coastguard station.
It was at this point that Woolgar, Brown and Andrews intervened in trying to free him but having failed, they disappeared into the night.
Woolgar and Brown were arrested and brought before magistrates within a week but almost a fortnight had elapsed before Higginson caught up with Andrews who pleaded for leniency, all too aware his fate would be determined at the assizes.
"When will it be necessary for me to be at Winchester. I hope it will not be too hard for me this time."
Indeed the judge was not, impressed by the testimony of a character witness who described them as "quiet orderly men" who had risked their lives after the Lymington mail boat had capsized, for which they were honoured by the Humane Society.
Their actions were also endorsed by the prosecution who urged the judge to be merciful.
Denman began his sentencing comments by praising Higginson for his bravely in a highly dangerous situation.
"In the performance of his duty, he distinguished himself both by the courage and humanity he displayed. He would have been justified in firing at any one of you and instead of appearing before this court on a comparatively light offence, you might be mouldering in the grave."
Having dwelt on the necessity of punishing wrongdoers, he said it was also right to temper justice with mercy, telling the no doubt astonished trio they would be bound over.
"You are at liberty to return home to pursue peaceable and lawful occupations. I hope for your sakes, as you have displayed such praiseworthy conduct in rescuing your fellow creatures in peril, you will abandon for the future these lawless courses, the consequences of which no men can be more fully aware of than yourselves.
"Avoid then, I repeat, these evil pursuits and in future conduct yourselves in such a manner that you may be looked upon with that degree of respect and goodwill which your recent laudable conduct cannot fail to ensure."


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Crash involving two cars brings Romsey to standstill

A CRASH involving two cars has brought Romsey Town Centre to a standstill .
One of the two cars involved @ @ @ @ @ the junction of Palmerston Street , Romsey and Broadwater Road , Romsey .
A Hampshire @ @ @ @ @ said : `` One car had gone into a building on the corner of Palmerston @ @ @ @ @ involved .
`` No one was trapped and we made the scene safe and moved @ @ @ @ @ handed over to the police . ''
They said the stop message came in at @ @ @ @ @ Romsey attended .
A police spokesperson said : `` We were called by HFRS at @ @ @ @ @ a collision on Palmerston Street , Romsey .
`` We attended to assist with traffic @ @ @ @ @ by HFRS . ''

One of the two cars involved crashed into a building on the junction of Palmerston Street, Romsey and Broadwater Road, Romsey.
A Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: "One car had gone into a building on the corner of Palmerston Street, two cars were involved.
"No one was trapped and we made the scene safe and moved vehicles off the street and handed over to the police."
They said the stop message came in at 2.33pm and one crew from Romsey attended.
A police spokesperson said: "We were called by HFRS at 1.44pm to a report of a collision on Palmerston Street, Romsey.
"We attended to assist with traffic control however this was led by HFRS."
More to follow.


thedailyecho--2020-02-13--Police appeal after fire at Factory of Fun on Victor Street, Shirley

POLICE are appealing for witnesses following the launch of an arson investigation in Shirley .
More than 70 firefighters from @ @ @ @ @ Street in Shirley as flames threatened to engulf a neighbouring building used by the Salvation @ @ @ @ @ 14 fire engines arrived at Factor of Fun on the evening of February 10 and @ @ @ @ @ seen across Shirley .
Police were called by Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service , who @ @ @ @ @ Factory of Fun children ’ s play centre .
The play centre has not been @ @ @ @ @ time .
The fire has caused considerable damage to the main play area building , @ @ @ @ @ supporting walls .
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said : `` We are investigating the @ @ @ @ @ and officers are keen to speak with anyone who may have seen anything suspicious outside @ @ @ @ @ 6pm on Monday .
`` Anyone with information can call 101 , quoting 44200052374 .
@ @ @ @ @ Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 . ''

More than 70 firefighters from across Hampshire rushed to Victor Street in Shirley as flames threatened to engulf a neighbouring building used by the Salvation Army.
A total of 14 fire engines arrived at Factor of Fun on the evening of February 10 and huge clouds of smoke were seen across Shirley.
Police were called by Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service, who responded to the fire at Factory of Fun children’s play centre.
The play centre has not been open for business for some time.
The fire has caused considerable damage to the main play area building, including the roof and external supporting walls.
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said: "We are investigating the exact cause of the fire and officers are keen to speak with anyone who may have seen anything suspicious outside the building between 4pm and 6pm on Monday.
"Anyone with information can call 101, quoting 44200052374. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."