thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Motorcyclist died in crash with car on Southampton street

A BIKER was killed after crashing into a stationary car on a Southampton residential road .
The incident at just after midday yesterday saw eight police cars and three ambulance crews rush to Woodside Road in Portswood .
Police say the man , who was riding a black Suzuki motorcycle when it was in collision with a stationary black Toyota car , was pronounced dead at the scene .
• Eight police cars and three ambulances shut off Southampton road His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers .
As reported , the road @ @ @ @ @ @ @ investigation was carried out by forensic officers .
It reopened at around 5pm yesterday .
Flowers have also been laid at the scene .
Now Hampshire Constabulary officers are appealing for witnesses .
A spokesperson said : `` Were you in the area at the time ?
Perhaps you saw a black motorcycle in the run up to the collision or maybe you have dash-cam footage ?
`` Anyone with information can make contact online or by calling 101 quoting Operation SIP .
Alternatively , you can contact Crimestoppers online or by calling @ @ @ @ @ @ @

The incident at just after midday yesterday saw eight police cars and three ambulance crews rush to Woodside Road in Portswood.
Police say the man, who was riding a black Suzuki motorcycle when it was in collision with a stationary black Toyota car, was pronounced dead at the scene.
His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
As reported, the road was shut for several hours as an investigation was carried out by forensic officers. It reopened at around 5pm yesterday.
Flowers have also been laid at the scene.
Flowers at the scene
Now Hampshire Constabulary officers are appealing for witnesses.
A spokesperson said: "Were you in the area at the time? Perhaps you saw a black motorcycle in the run up to the collision or maybe you have dash-cam footage?
"Anyone with information can make contact online or by calling 101 quoting Operation SIP. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers online or by calling anonymously on 0800 555 111."


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Woman appears at Southampton Crown Court following dog attack

LAYLA the spaniel had her ear ripped off and was left deaf after two Staffordshire Bull Terriers launched a “ pack attack ” against her .
During the “ horrendous ” ordeal on the Plantation , Bishopstoke the Staffies bit and took hold of 12-year-old Layla at opposite ends of her body - “ shaking and mauling her ” .
Her owner - Julie Hayward - tried to save her “ baby ” but suffered injuries to both of her hands , forearms and legs during the attack on May 1 this year , a court heard .
Witnesses rushed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ using “ poles and brooms ” to stop the two Staffies .
Victoria Capon of Kensington Close , Bishopstoke , their owner , “ ironically ” runs a dog first aid and training business .
• ' I did n't think she would make it ' : Horror dog attack The 38-year mother of three appeared before Southampton Crown Court on Friday charged with owning a dog dangerously out of control and which caused injury .
Prosecution barrister , Leigh Hart told how Capon ’ s 14-year-old daughter had taken her two dogs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ both “ slipped their leads ” .
Miss Hart , said how the staffies are said to have been involved in five previous incidents against other dogs .
The animals have “ escaped not once but twice since the attack ” with the dog warden for Eastleigh Borough Council even recommending “ they are muzzled in public '' .
Julie , 44 was unable to work and left traumatised by the event suffering flashbacks and recurring nightmares .
Defending , Oliver Capildeo said how his client had entered guilty pleas at the earliest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ great degree of remorse .
Capon was said to be suffering as her business has been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic .
Judge Peter Henry jailed her for ten-months , suspended for two years and ordered to pay compensation of £11,822 which includes vet bills and kennel costs .
A decision is due to be made in December concerning the future of the animals and whether to ban Capon from owning dogs .

During the “horrendous” ordeal on the Plantation, Bishopstoke the Staffies bit and took hold of 12-year-old Layla at opposite ends of her body - “shaking and mauling her”.
Her owner - Julie Hayward - tried to save her “baby” but suffered injuries to both of her hands, forearms and legs during the attack on May 1 this year, a court heard.
Witnesses rushed to Layla and Julie’s aid using “poles and brooms” to stop the two Staffies.
Victoria Capon of Kensington Close, Bishopstoke, their owner, “ironically” runs a dog first aid and training business.
The 39-year mother of three appeared before Southampton Crown Court on Friday charged with owning a dog dangerously out of control and which caused injury.
Prosecution barrister, Leigh Hart told how Capon’s 14-year-old daughter had taken her two dogs out but at some point, they both “slipped their leads”.
Miss Hart, said how the staffies are said to have been involved in five previous incidents against other dogs.
The animals have “escaped not once but twice since the attack” with the dog warden for Eastleigh Borough Council even recommending “they are muzzled in public".
Julie, 44 was unable to work and left traumatised by the event suffering flashbacks and recurring nightmares.
Defending, Oliver Capildeo said how his client had entered guilty pleas at the earliest opportunity and that she had shown a great degree of remorse.
Capon was said to be suffering as her business has been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
Judge Peter Henry jailed her for ten-months, suspended for two years and ordered to pay compensation of £11,822 which includes vet bills and kennel costs.
A decision is due to be made in December concerning the future of the animals and whether to ban Capon from owning dogs.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Covid marshals to patrol New Forest parks and railway stations

COVID marshals will soon start patrolling the New Forest to enforce rules aimed at curbing the spread of coronavirus .
The marshals will monitor the behaviour of people in parks , town centres and railway stations to ensure they are complying with social distancing and other regulations .
The district council is recruiting officials and using existing employees after being handed £71,000 by central government to fund the scheme .
Similar patrols are already operating in other parts of the UK .
Last month police were called to an abandoned house in Osborne Road , New Milton , and broke @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who were flouting Covid restrictions .
It happened exactly a week after officers were abused by a group of youngsters who were refusing to wear face coverings at a store in Station Road .
The council leader , Cllr Barry Rickman , said the new marshals would be out and about `` explaining and encouraging best practice ” in line with Covid guidance .
Their duties will include ensuring people are wearing face masks and using one-way systems on pavements .
Lymington 's weekly street market - held every Saturday - is likely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Cabinet member Cllr Diane Andrews said the marshals would remind everyone what they were supposed to be doing .
She added that Covid rates in the Forest were relatively low but warned against complacency .
Covid marshals have no power of arrest and can not issue on-the-spot fines .
However , they are being used to disperse groups of people who are flouting the Rule of Six in town centres .
They are also visiting pubs and restaurants to make sure everyone is complying with social distancing .
The council is also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ report businesses that are breaching coronavirus restrictions .
Cllr Andrews told fellow cabinet members : `` If residents are concerned about what they ’ ve seen , they will be able to share information with us through our customer services team .
And we will also make sure an out-of-hours option for reporting is available.
” Staff working in close-contact industries , including hairdressers , barbers , beauticians and tattooists , must wear a clear visor or goggles and a face mask .
Shops , theatres , beauty salons and hospitality venues must @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are exempt .
Pubs and restaurants must provide a table service only and close at 10pm .

The marshals will monitor the behaviour of people in parks, town centres and railway stations to ensure they are complying with social distancing and other regulations.
The district council is recruiting officials and using existing employees after being handed £71,000 by central government to fund the scheme.
Similar patrols are already operating in other parts of the UK.
Last month police were called to an abandoned house in Osborne Road, New Milton, and broke up a gathering of around 30 youths who were flouting Covid restrictions.
It happened exactly a week after officers were abused by a group of youngsters who were refusing to wear face coverings at a store in Station Road.
The council leader, Cllr Barry Rickman, said the new marshals would be out and about "explaining and encouraging best practice” in line with Covid guidance.
Imperial College data predicts Southampton will be Covid hotspot
Their duties will include ensuring people are wearing face masks and using one-way systems on pavements.
Lymington's weekly street market - held every Saturday - is likely to be one of the sites patrolled.
Cabinet member Cllr Diane Andrews said the marshals would remind everyone what they were supposed to be doing. She added that Covid rates in the Forest were relatively low but warned against complacency.
Covid marshals have no power of arrest and cannot issue on-the-spot fines.
However, they are being used to disperse groups of people who are flouting the Rule of Six in town centres. They are also visiting pubs and restaurants to make sure everyone is complying with social distancing.
The council is also introducing new measures to enable people to report businesses that are breaching coronavirus restrictions.
Cllr Andrews told fellow cabinet members: "If residents are concerned about what they’ve seen, they will be able to share information with us through our customer services team. And we will also make sure an out-of-hours option for reporting is available.”
Staff working in close-contact industries, including hairdressers, barbers, beauticians and tattooists, must wear a clear visor or goggles and a face mask.
Shops, theatres, beauty salons and hospitality venues must ensure customers wear face masks unless they are exempt.
Pubs and restaurants must provide a table service only and close at 10pm.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--BMW driver fled after crashing into trees in New Forest

A DRIVER who fled the scene of a crash in Hampshire left behind a clue to help police track him @ @ @ @ @ with driving licence .
The black BMW 220i was severely damaged when it came off @ @ @ @ @ trees .
The accident , which happened near Bashley in the New Forest , also @ @ @ @ @ go off .
According to Hampshire Police road traffic officers , the driver fled the @ @ @ @ @ .
But when police arrived they found two wallets , including driving licences , had @ @ @ @ @ vehicle In a tweet the traffic police said : `` Having crashed near # Bashley @ @ @ @ @ the driver of this BMW did n't fancy hanging around until we arrived .
`` @ @ @ @ @ !
He was kind enough however to leave us some clues in the car # @ @ @ @ @ exactly where and when the accident happened have not been released .

The black BMW 220i was severely damaged when it came off the road and crashed into trees.
The accident, which happened near Bashley in the New Forest, also triggered the air bag to go off.
According to Hampshire Police road traffic officers, the driver fled the scene abandoning the wrecked car.
But when police arrived they found two wallets, including driving licences, had been left behind inside the vehicle
In a tweet the traffic police said: "Having crashed near #Bashley in the #NewForest, the driver of this BMW didn't fancy hanging around until we arrived.
"We can't think why! He was kind enough however to leave us some clues in the car #SchoolBoyError."
Details of exactly where and when the accident happened have not been released.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Hampshire schools with confirmed Covid case in the past week

A FURTHER 21 schools across Hampshire have confirmed a coronavirus case in the past week .
Pupils and staff are @ @ @ @ @ they have been in contact with someone whose tested positive .
This list covers schools @ @ @ @ @ County Council .
No Southampton schools have been included , although the city council has @ @ @ @ @ Independent schools have also not been included .
• Further 24 Hampshire schools report positive @ @ @ @ @ week Below is a list of all the Hampshire schools with at least one recorded @ @ @ @ @ , and the date the most recent case was recorded : • St Michael and @ @ @ @ @ ) - New Forest • No positive cases recorded on October 16 ( Data used @ @ @ @ @ )

Pupils and staff are being told to isolate if they have been in contact with someone whose tested positive.
This list covers schools under the remit of Hampshire County Council. No Southampton schools have been included, although the city council has been asked for details. Independent schools have also not been included.
Below is a list of all the Hampshire schools with at least one recorded case in the last week, and the date the most recent case was recorded:
October 12
Bedenham - Gosport
Cherbourg Campus, Crestwood - Eastleigh
Everest Community - Basingstoke & Deane
Fryern - Eastleigh
Hatherden - Test Valley
Horndean - Havant
Rowledge - East Hampshire
October 13
Brune Park - Gosport
Norwood - Eastleigh
Shakespeare (Infants) - Eastleigh
Shakespeare (Junior) - Eastleigh
St Michael and All Angels CE (Infant) - New Forest
The Toynbee - Eastleigh
Wildern - Eastleigh
October 14
Applemore - New Forest
Calthorpe Park - Hart
Talavera - Rushmoor
October 15
Aldworth - Basingstoke & Deane
Heatherside (Infants) - Hart
Peel Common (Infant) - Gosport
Westfields (Infants) - Hart
October 16


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Fareham police investigate thefts in Warsash ad Locks Heath

POLICE have launched an investigation after a spate of thefts from cars .
Officers said the thefts happened in the Locks Heath and Warsash areas .
But they added that a number of the cars had been left unlocked by mistake at the time the thefts took place .
Now they have issued car crime advice and urged motorists to on their guard .
Officers based in Fareham have said that they crimes have happened over the last 24 hours .
Details of how many thefts and exactly where they have taken place have not been revealed .
A statement @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are aware that there has been a spate of theft from motor vehicles over the last 24 hours in the Locks Heath / Warsash areas .
`` Several of the cars were unlocked at the time of entry so this is a reminder to double check you 've locked your doors - we know how easy it is to press the fob accidentally or even without realising so it is always worth double checking that your vehicle is secure .
`` We also advise that you do not leave any valuables visible in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them .
`` We will be investigating these thefts today . ''

Officers said the thefts happened in the Locks Heath and Warsash areas.
But they added that a number of the cars had been left unlocked by mistake at the time the thefts took place.
Now they have issued car crime advice and urged motorists to on their guard.
Officers based in Fareham have said that they crimes have happened over the last 24 hours.
Details of how many thefts and exactly where they have taken place have not been revealed.
A statement from Fareham police said: "We are aware that there has been a spate of theft from motor vehicles over the last 24 hours in the Locks Heath / Warsash areas.
"Several of the cars were unlocked at the time of entry so this is a reminder to double check you've locked your doors - we know how easy it is to press the fob accidentally or even without realising so it is always worth double checking that your vehicle is secure.
"We also advise that you do not leave any valuables visible in your vehicles when you are not in them.
"We will be investigating these thefts today."


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Benefit claims soar by thousands in Southampton

The number of people claiming unemployment benefits has gone up by thousands in Southampton compared to the start of the Covid-19 crisis , new figures reveal .
Anti-poverty charity the Joseph Rowntree Foundation says the Government must act quickly to stop a wave of unemployment across the UK , including by extending increased help for benefits claimants .
Office for National Statistics data shows 12,045 people were claiming out-of-work benefits in Southampton as of September 10 , compared to just 5,625 in early March .
That ’ s 7 % of the working-age population , up from 3.3 % .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 64 on Jobseeker ’ s Allowance and some Universal Credit claimants , who are unemployed and seeking work or employed but with low earnings .
Despite still being much higher than pre-crisis levels , the number getting help in Southampton was lower than at the start of August , when there were 12,110 claimants .
But national figures , which were adjusted to account for seasonal changes , show the claimant count rose by 1 % to 2.7 million in September compared to the previous month .
It was also more than double @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ONS cautioned that changes to Universal Credit in response to the virus mean more people could get the benefits while still being employed , which could affect the figures .
Separate ONS data shows UK unemployment rose by 138,000 to 1.52 million in the three months to August compared to the previous quarter – the highest since the start of 2017 .
This saw the rate of unemployment jump to 4.5 % , from 4.1 % in the previous three months .
To be counted as unemployed , workers need to be actively @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also rose by a record 114,000 quarter-on-quarter to 227,000 .
Rebecca McDonald , senior economist at the Joseph Rowntree Foundation , said the £20 per week increase to Universal Credit – introduced in April – should be made permanent .
Chancellor Rishi Sunak recently announced that the new Job Support Scheme would be expanded to businesses required to shut down due to coronavirus restrictions , with two-thirds of employees ’ wages covered by the Treasury .
But in areas where lockdowns do not apply , employers will have to pay for time worked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at least 33 % of their usual hours .
Business owners and the Government will share the cost of paying for some of the time not worked , giving employees 77 % of their normal wage .
Both plans will replace the furlough scheme from October 31 .

Anti-poverty charity the Joseph Rowntree Foundation says the Government must act quickly to stop a wave of unemployment across the UK, including by extending increased help for benefits claimants.
Office for National Statistics data shows 12,045 people were claiming out-of-work benefits in Southampton as of September 10, compared to just 5,625 in early March.
That’s 7% of the working-age population, up from 3.3%.
The figures include those aged 16 to 64 on Jobseeker’s Allowance and some Universal Credit claimants, who are unemployed and seeking work or employed but with low earnings.
Despite still being much higher than pre-crisis levels, the number getting help in Southampton was lower than at the start of August, when there were 12,110 claimants.
But national figures, which were adjusted to account for seasonal changes, show the claimant count rose by 1% to 2.7 million in September compared to the previous month. It was also more than double the number recorded in March.
The ONS cautioned that changes to Universal Credit in response to the virus mean more people could get the benefits while still being employed, which could affect the figures.
Separate ONS data shows UK unemployment rose by 138,000 to 1.52 million in the three months to August compared to the previous quarter – the highest since the start of 2017.
This saw the rate of unemployment jump to 4.5%, from 4.1% in the previous three months. To be counted as unemployed, workers need to be actively looking for a new job.
Redundancies also rose by a record 114,000 quarter-on-quarter to 227,000.
Rebecca McDonald, senior economist at the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, said the £20 per week increase to Universal Credit – introduced in April – should be made permanent.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak recently announced that the new Job Support Scheme would be expanded to businesses required to shut down due to coronavirus restrictions, with two-thirds of employees’ wages covered by the Treasury.
But in areas where lockdowns do not apply, employers will have to pay for time worked by their employees, which must be at least 33% of their usual hours. Business owners and the Government will share the cost of paying for some of the time not worked, giving employees 77% of their normal wage.
Both plans will replace the furlough scheme from October 31.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Saints-clad mourners bid farewell to Prince of Wales landlord

DOZENS of mourners gathered at a Southampton pub to pay their respects to its “ well-respected ” former landlord , Joe Smith .
Donning the strip of his beloved Saints , friends , patrons and relatives followed Joe on a final journey starting at the The Prince of Wales pub in Northam , which he ran for a decade , before passing by St Mary ’ s stadium and finally reaching his funeral .
One mourner on Friday called Kev descried Joe as “ a big part of the community – it ’ s a community that pub.
” Joe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the city before taking over the pub in 2010 , which his parents had run for 30 years .
Despite having taken over the running of the pub , Joe ’ s daughter Anneliese previously told The Daily Echo : “ It will still be my dad ’ s pub through and through.
” Chelsea Paul , who attended the event , said the thing he remembers most about Joe is his laugh .
He said : “ It was just mad , when he ’ d turn around and go into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that makes you cry as well ? ''
Wearing a Southampton FC shirt , he added : : “ I ’ m a London boy and you would never see me in a Saints shirt – but I ’ d do it for that man . ''
Joe was said to have made an impact on his customers .
One attendee , who did not want to be named , said : “ My dad used the pub regularly for football and when he passed away Joe was really good and helped us @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He was well respected as you can tell [ by the crowd ] , ” he added .
Another attendee described Joe as “ a genuine old school guy ” .
He said : `` He wouldn ’ t want anyone mourning him .
He ’ d want people to enjoy the day , without a doubt.
” Joe grew up on the Northam Estate and has owned pubs in Southampton for over 40 years , including the popular rock bar The Canute .
A post on a Facebook page dedicated to memories @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the best pub landlord I ever [ knew ] , may your send off be a good one , and thank you for some brilliant memories .
”

Donning the strip of his beloved Saints, friends, patrons and relatives followed Joe on a final journey starting at the The Prince of Wales pub in Northam, which he ran for a decade, before passing by St Mary’s stadium and finally reaching his funeral.
One mourner on Friday called Kev descried Joe as “a big part of the community – it’s a community that pub.”
Joe, 61, ran two other pubs in the city before taking over the pub in 2010, which his parents had run for 30 years.
Despite having taken over the running of the pub, Joe’s daughter Anneliese previously told The Daily Echo: “It will still be my dad’s pub through and through.”
Chelsea Paul, who attended the event, said the thing he remembers most about Joe is his laugh.
He said: “It was just mad, when he’d turn around and go into one.
“You know that laugh that makes you cry as well?"
Wearing a Southampton FC shirt, he added: : “I’m a London boy and you would never see me in a Saints shirt – but I’d do it for that man."
Joe was said to have made an impact on his customers.
One attendee, who did not want to be named, said: “My dad used the pub regularly for football and when he passed away Joe was really good and helped us as a family through that.”
“He was well respected as you can tell [by the crowd],” he added.
Another attendee described Joe as “a genuine old school guy”.
He said: "He wouldn’t want anyone mourning him. He’d want people to enjoy the day, without a doubt.”
Joe grew up on the Northam Estate and has owned pubs in Southampton for over 40 years, including the popular rock bar The Canute.
A post on a Facebook page dedicated to memories of the club read: “To the best pub landlord I ever [knew], may your send off be a good one, and thank you for some brilliant memories.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Work taking place on M27, West Quay Road and other routes

FAMILIES going out and about this weekend are being warned to expect roadworks across Hampshire and further afield .
One of the biggest projects is taking place on the M27 , part of which will be affected by lane closures over the next two days .
The motorway west of the Hamble Bridge between junction 8 ( Bursledon ) and junction 9 ( Park Gate ) will be reduced from three lanes to two lane in preparation for the installation of a new gantry .
The work will involve one lane being closed in each direction between 6am until 8pm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ England spokesman said : `` The lane reduction will be in place for the safety of our workforce as well as road users .
Three lanes will be open at all other times throughout this time .
`` This weekend ’ s activity will involve a piling rig , inserting interlocking sheets into the soil to enable the installation of gantry sign posts .
• Daytime works to cause delays on M27 this weekend '' This work is known as ‘ sheet piling ’ .
`` The work was originally planned to take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ work at a number of other locations , and the impact that this activity can cause to local communities when carried out overnight , the programme has been changed so that this work can take place during the day .
The scheme coincides with an ongoing project to convert the M27 near Southampton , Eastleigh and Hedge End into a smart motorway .
Hampshire drivers travelling further afield are being warned of roadworks on the M4 this weekend .
Highways England is advising people to plan as a section of the motorway near @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
A spokesman said : `` This work was originally due to take place from Friday 2 October to Monday 5 October but was postponed due to adverse weather conditions .
`` The work will now take place this weekend , from 9pm on Friday 16 October through to 6am on Monday 19 October , meaning the eastbound M4 will be closed between junction 13 ( Chieveley ) and junction 12 ( Theale/Reading ) to allow the materials to cool sufficiently .
`` The westbound carriageway is not affected by this work .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 13 , south down the A34 and A339 into Newbury , then east along the A4 to re-join the M4 at junction 12 .
This weekend was chosen as there are no weekend closures for the M4 smart motorway upgrade this weekend .
`` Drivers heading eastbound are advised to plan their journeys , allow extra time or avoid this route if possible . ''
The following roadworks are taking place in Southampton next week : West Quay Road : Work to improve access for people walking and cycling along West Quay Road @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
A334 Thornhill Park Road/Hinkler Road Park : Work to upgrade the traffic signals at A334 Thornhill Park Road/Hinkler Road Park junction .
The project will also deliver new crossing facilities for people walking and cycling across the junction .
Mountbatten Way : Final stages of project to lengthen right-hand turn into West Quay Road and create an extra line .
In the New Forest part of Furzley Road , near Newbridge , will be closed between 7am and 7pm today and tomorrow .
The repair project affects a small section of Furzley @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

One of the biggest projects is taking place on the M27, part of which will be affected by lane closures over the next two days.
The motorway west of the Hamble Bridge between junction 8 (Bursledon) and junction 9 (Park Gate) will be reduced from three lanes to two lane in preparation for the installation of a new gantry.
The work will involve one lane being closed in each direction between 6am until 8pm on Saturday and Sunday.
A Highways England spokesman said: "The lane reduction will be in place for the safety of our workforce as well as road users. Three lanes will be open at all other times throughout this time.
"This weekend’s activity will involve a piling rig, inserting interlocking sheets into the soil to enable the installation of gantry sign posts.
Daytime works to cause delays on M27 this weekend
"This work is known as ‘sheet piling’.
"The work was originally planned to take place overnight, but following sheet piling work at a number of other locations, and the impact that this activity can cause to local communities when carried out overnight, the programme has been changed so that this work can take place during the day.
The scheme coincides with an ongoing project to convert the M27 near Southampton, Eastleigh and Hedge End into a smart motorway.
Hampshire drivers travelling further afield are being warned of roadworks on the M4 this weekend.
Highways England is advising people to plan as a section of the motorway near Chieveley will be closed for resurfacing work.
A spokesman said: "This work was originally due to take place from Friday 2 October to Monday 5 October but was postponed due to adverse weather conditions.
"The work will now take place this weekend, from 9pm on Friday 16 October through to 6am on Monday 19 October, meaning the eastbound M4 will be closed between junction 13 (Chieveley) and junction 12 (Theale/Reading) to allow the materials to cool sufficiently.
"The westbound carriageway is not affected by this work.
"Traffic will be diverted from junction 13, south down the A34 and A339 into Newbury, then east along the A4 to re-join the M4 at junction 12. This weekend was chosen as there are no weekend closures for the M4 smart motorway upgrade this weekend.
"Drivers heading eastbound are advised to plan their journeys, allow extra time or avoid this route if possible."
The following roadworks are taking place in Southampton next week:
West Quay Road: Work to improve access for people walking and cycling along West Quay Road from Herbert Walker Avenue to Harbour Parade.
A334 Thornhill Park Road/Hinkler Road Park: Work to upgrade the traffic signals at A334 Thornhill Park Road/Hinkler Road Park junction. The project will also deliver new crossing facilities for people walking and cycling across the junction.
Redbridge Roundabout: Ongoing Highways England project.
Millbrook Footbridge: Ongoing Network Rail project to replace Millbrook Footbridge.
Mountbatten Way: Final stages of project to lengthen right-hand turn into West Quay Road and create an extra line.
In the New Forest part of Furzley Road, near Newbridge, will be closed between 7am and 7pm today and tomorrow.
The repair project affects a small section of Furzley Road near its junction with Cadnam Lane.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Imperial College data predicts Southampton will be COVID hotspot

The chances of Southampton and Eastleigh becoming a COVID-19 hotspots are rising sharply and set to increase further , according to new data .
Data released by Imperial College London has predicted Southampton has a 95 % chance of becoming a virus hotspot by the end of October The interactive map uses figures of reported cases and mathematical modelling to predict the likelihood of an area becoming a hotspot of the virus .
For an area to be defined as a `` hotspot '' weekly numbers of reported cases per 100,000 population must exceed 50 .
Figures for the 11 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a 59 % chance of becoming a hotspot .
But for 18 - 24 October , this figure jumps to a staggering 95 % .
Test Valley showed an even higher likelihood of becoming a hotspot - a 96 % chance by the end of October ( up 16 % from the previous week . )
Eastleigh is predicted to have a 33 % chance of becoming a hotspot between 11 -17 October , jumping sharply to 86 % between 18 - 24 October .
Data for Fareham shows an increase of 31 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 8 % vs 39 % . )
Modelling assumes a situation in which no change in interventions ( e.g .
local lockdowns ) occur .
Researchers noted that reported case figures can be due to an increase in testing , meaning they may not be reflective of an increase of actual virus case numbers in an area .
• Most firms more worried about no-deal Brexit than Covid , poll says Conservative MP for Southampton Itchen , Royston Smith said : “ The return of 40,000 students and the opening of schools has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ universities are doing all they can to keep students safe but a large increase in population will obviously bring an increase in infection rates.
” Labour MP for Southampton Test , Dr Alan Whitehead said : “ Although cases are rising in Southampton [ figures are ] still relatively low compared to other local authority areas and ... not rising at the same speed as we ’ ve seen in other places such as cities in the north east .
“ That said the rise in cases is still a very worrying trend @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the government ’ s current 3 tier approach will help the country back from the brink with regards to rising cases .
“ I think that we need a short circuit break lockdown to enable the government to get a grip of their test and trace system .
”

Data released by Imperial College London has predicted Southampton has a 95% chance of becoming a virus hotspot by the end of October
The interactive map uses figures of reported cases and mathematical modelling to predict the likelihood of an area becoming a hotspot of the virus.
For an area to be defined as a "hotspot" weekly numbers of reported cases per 100,000 population must exceed 50.
Figures for the 11 - 17 October period predict Southampton has a 59% chance of becoming a hotspot.
But for 18 - 24 October, this figure jumps to a staggering 95%.
Test Valley showed an even higher likelihood of becoming a hotspot - a 96% chance by the end of October (up 16% from the previous week.)
Eastleigh is predicted to have a 33% chance of becoming a hotspot between 11 -17 October, jumping sharply to 86% between 18 - 24 October.
Data for Fareham shows an increase of 31% between the two times frames (8% vs 39%.)
Modelling assumes a situation in which no change in interventions (e.g. local lockdowns) occur.
Researchers noted that reported case figures can be due to an increase in testing, meaning they may not be reflective of an increase of actual virus case numbers in an area.
Conservative MP for Southampton Itchen, Royston Smith said: “The return of 40,000 students and the opening of schools has unsurprisingly created additional challenges.
“The universities are doing all they can to keep students safe but a large increase in population will obviously bring an increase in infection rates.”
Labour MP for Southampton Test, Dr Alan Whitehead said: “Although cases are rising in Southampton [figures are]still relatively low compared to other local authority areas and...not rising at the same speed as we’ve seen in other places such as cities in the north east.
“That said the rise in cases is still a very worrying trend.
“I don’t think the government’s current 3 tier approach will help the country back from the brink with regards to rising cases.
“I think that we need a short circuit break lockdown to enable the government to get a grip of their test and trace system.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Deaths recorded in Southampton and the Hampshire NHS Trust

TWO more coronavirus deaths have been recorded as infection rates continue to rise .
Figures released this afternoon by NHS England reveal one death was recorded at Southampton Hospital on Wednesday October 14 .
A further death was recorded at the Hampshire Hospitals NHS Trust on Monday October 12 .
Another death within the Trust on the same day has already been reported .
The latest deaths bring the total in Southampton to 201 and in the Hampshire Hospitals NHS Trust to 164 .
NHS England revealed a further 86 people , who tested positive for the Coronavirus ( Covid-19 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ikn the last 24 hours , bringing the total number to 30,910 .
The most recent patients were aged between 44 and 99 years old .
All except two ( aged 62 and 79 ) had known underlying health conditions .
Their families have been informed .
The highest number of deaths - 33 - were in the North West with 17 in the Midlands , 15 in the North East and Yorkshire , 11 in London , four in each of the south east and south west and two in the east @ @ @

Figures released this afternoon by NHS England reveal one death was recorded at Southampton Hospital on Wednesday October 14.
A further death was recorded at the Hampshire Hospitals NHS Trust on Monday October 12. Another death within the Trust on the same day has already been reported.
The latest deaths bring the total in Southampton to 201 and in the Hampshire Hospitals NHS Trust to 164.
NHS England revealed a further 86 people, who tested positive for the Coronavirus (Covid-19) have died in hospitals in England ikn the last 24 hours, bringing the total number to 30,910.
The most recent patients were aged between 44 and 99 years old. All except two (aged 62 and 79) had known underlying health conditions.
Their families have been informed.
The highest number of deaths - 33 - were in the North West with 17 in the Midlands, 15 in the North East and Yorkshire, 11 in London, four in each of the south east and south west and two in the east of England.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Inside the jaw-dropping Romsey home on the market for £3.5m

This impressive £3.5million house was built in 2017 and features six bedrooms , entertaining space and a swimming pool - what more could you want ?
Roegate House is nestled at the end of a private lane in Romsey , approached by a long sweeping driveway the property was built by the renowned local firm , Rymill Developments .
Described as a contemporary country house the property blends earthy natural materials with starkly contrasting sheets of metal and harsh lines to create this architecturally inspiring building .
The enormous accommodation is spread out over 6,452 square feet and has an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ principal open-plan reception rooms .
Ideal for entertaining the main reception rooms enjoy stunning views across open countryside and have direct access onto the westerly and south facing terrace .
At the heart of the home is the impressive open-plan kitchen which has been designed with functionality and sociability in mind .
With state of the art appliances , large kitchen island and triple aspect dining area this room is ideal for hosting family and friends .
All of the six bedrooms can be found on the first floor and boast epic views @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the property .
The master suite has its own private balcony and en-suite , four of the other bedrooms also have en-suite facilities .
What multi-million pound house would be fit without a leisure wing ?
Well , Roegate House has just that and comprises a stripped-back yet glamorous indoor swimming pool and sauna with an adjacent pump room and toilet .
There is also a substantial gym and cinema room , which could serve as a self-contained annexe if required .
Set within eight-acres of private gardens and woodland the property features @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to build , subject to planning permission .
What more could you want from this property ?
Let us know in the comments .

Roegate House is nestled at the end of a private lane in Romsey, approached by a long sweeping driveway the property was built by the renowned local firm, Rymill Developments.
Described as a contemporary country house the property blends earthy natural materials with starkly contrasting sheets of metal and harsh lines to create this architecturally inspiring building.
The enormous accommodation is spread out over 6,452 square feet and has an impressive full height atrium leading to the principal open-plan reception rooms.
Ideal for entertaining the main reception rooms enjoy stunning views across open countryside and have direct access onto the westerly and south facing terrace.
At the heart of the home is the impressive open-plan kitchen which has been designed with functionality and sociability in mind.
With state of the art appliances, large kitchen island and triple aspect dining area this room is ideal for hosting family and friends.
All of the six bedrooms can be found on the first floor and boast epic views across the unencumbered woodland and fields surrounding the property.
The master suite has its own private balcony and en-suite, four of the other bedrooms also have en-suite facilities.
What multi-million pound house would be fit without a leisure wing?
Well, Roegate House has just that and comprises a stripped-back yet glamorous indoor swimming pool and sauna with an adjacent pump room and toilet.
There is also a substantial gym and cinema room, which could serve as a self-contained annexe if required.
Set within eight-acres of private gardens and woodland the property features an ornamental lake and plenty of space to build, subject to planning permission.
For more information visit Rightmove.
What more could you want from this property? Let us know in the comments.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Best walks on offer for residents of Winchester

MANY activities have been cancelled this year because of social distancing guidelines .
One pastime that many people can still enjoy whilst keeping their distance though is walking .
Recently the Echo reported on the best walks available in the New Forest region .
• Best walks in the New Forest to stay distanced from others But what if you are more local to the Winchester area and still want to get some fresh air ?
Below is a list of some of the best walks near Winchester : This is an easy walk and good for anyone who does @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the city .
It is just over three miles long and starts at Sparkford Road bus stop and therefore is easily accessible using public transport .
On the journey you will get the chance to see the local wildlife as you pass by the weirs .
Then to the guildhall and past the mall , and even the oldest bar in England if you fancy refreshments .
This walk demonstrates some of the cities best landmarks and scenery along the River Itchen .
Park at Garnier Road and follow the footpath to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Head to St Catherine 's hill to take in the views and wildlife , before walking back into town .
Not only does this walk show off some of the best views in the region , there is also the opportunity to head into one of the many bars and restaurants along the way for a bite to eat .
This walk is located in a large area of woodland and downland and offers views over the centre of the county .
Along the walk , you will find a monument , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's white walls reflect the sunlight .
The building can be seen from miles around , and is a great place to take a picnic if you have some free time on your hands and a hunger for the outdoors .
There are several car parks in the area making it easily accessible .
If you are a fan of poetry , this walk may be of some interest .
Based in the city centre , it offers the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of English romantic poet , John Keats , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ You will travel from the city to St Cross , passing through the area which inspired the poets ode 'To Autumn ' .
The trip is about two miles long and is not too far from the cities station if you are n't from the area but would still like to visit .
Stretching 100 miles from Winchester , all the way to Eastbourne , this is not one that will be done in a day .
Some people decide to take on the whole walk , with campsites , b & b @ @ @ @ @ @ @ much needed break .
The walk tends to take people about 8 or 9 days to complete , but there is always the option to stop and turn back if you get too tired .
The journey showcases views of the surrounding countryside , villages and the English Channel and starts at Winchester City Mill .

One pastime that many people can still enjoy whilst keeping their distance though is walking.
Recently the Echo reported on the best walks available in the New Forest region.
But what if you are more local to the Winchester area and still want to get some fresh air?
Below is a list of some of the best walks near Winchester:
1. The Weirs
This is an easy walk and good for anyone who doesn't want to leave the embrace of the city.
It is just over three miles long and starts at Sparkford Road bus stop and therefore is easily accessible using public transport.
On the journey you will get the chance to see the local wildlife as you pass by the weirs.
Then to the guildhall and past the mall, and even the oldest bar in England if you fancy refreshments.
2. Watermeadows and St Catherines Hill
This walk demonstrates some of the city's best landmarks and scenery along the River Itchen.
Park at Garnier Road and follow the footpath to the Hospital of St Cross founded in 1132.
Head to St Catherine's hill to take in the views and wildlife, before walking back into town.
Not only does this walk show off some of the best views in the region, there is also the opportunity to head into one of the many bars and restaurants along the way for a bite to eat.
3. Farley Mount Country Park
This walk is located in a large area of woodland and downland and offers views over the centre of the county.
Along the walk, you will find a monument, especially dazzling in the day when it's white walls reflect the sunlight.
The building can be seen from miles around, and is a great place to take a picnic if you have some free time on your hands and a hunger for the outdoors.
There are several car parks in the area making it easily accessible.
4. Keats' Walk
If you are a fan of poetry, this walk may be of some interest.
Based in the city centre, it offers the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of English romantic poet, John Keats, who stayed in Winchester in 1819.
You will travel from the city to St Cross, passing through the area which inspired the poets ode 'To Autumn'.
The trip is about two miles long and is not too far from the city's station if you aren't from the area but would still like to visit.
5. The South Downs Way
Stretching 100 miles from Winchester, all the way to Eastbourne, this is not one that will be done in a day.
Some people decide to take on the whole walk, with campsites, b&b's and pubs on route for a much needed break.
The walk tends to take people about 8 or 9 days to complete, but there is always the option to stop and turn back if you get too tired.
The journey showcases views of the surrounding countryside, villages and the English Channel and starts at Winchester City Mill.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Plans for 80 holiday lodges at Hill Farm Caravan Park near Romsey are unveiled

PLANS to create `` 80 high-quality '' holiday lodges in a caravan park near Romsey could be given the green light by planning chiefs .
A planning application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council ( TVBC ) to replace 143 touring caravan and camping pitches , including several stored caravans , with `` timber-style '' lodges at Hill Farm Caravan Park , Sherfield English .
If given the go-ahead , the site will continue to boast 162 car parking spaces and will be accessed from Branches Lane .
A document submitted to TVBC by the applicant reads : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is operating on a very limited season and this has impacted upon its viability .
`` The existing caravan park is now dated , and the business ( including the shop and post office , which already trade for 12 months ) has struggled to remain viable due to the type of touring caravan units or pitches available .
`` In recent years , there has been a move towards a longer holiday season , with visitors wanting to stay in holiday destinations outside the period March to October .
`` If this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it needs to provide accommodation that can be used for a greater proportion of the year . ''
They stressed the `` 80 high-quality timber-style holiday lodges '' could help secure the future of the Post Office and shop on the site , adding it `` has become an important facility '' for residents .
Cllr Nick Adams-King , who represents Blackwater on TVBC , said the plans could raise concerns over more cars driving through the village , but emphasised countryside businesses that help draw in tourists should be supported .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be concerns over the increase in the period of time the park is open for and more traffic locally .
`` But , that being said , I think we should be supportive of businesses in the countryside particularly when they draw tourists to the area , who benefit the wider community .
`` The important thing will be to look at what might be put in place to limit the impact on the neighbouring residents . ''
The agent for the plans , RPS Group , has been contacted for comment .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ plans on Monday , January 4 2021 .

A planning application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) to replace 143 touring caravan and camping pitches, including several stored caravans, with "timber-style" lodges at Hill Farm Caravan Park, Sherfield English.
If given the go-ahead, the site will continue to boast 162 car parking spaces and will be accessed from Branches Lane.
A document submitted to TVBC by the applicant reads: "This is a traditional caravan site that is operating on a very limited season and this has impacted upon its viability.
"The existing caravan park is now dated, and the business (including the shop and post office, which already trade for 12 months) has struggled to remain viable due to the type of touring caravan units or pitches available.
"In recent years, there has been a move towards a longer holiday season, with visitors wanting to stay in holiday destinations outside the period March to October.
"If this business is to extend its season, it needs to provide accommodation that can be used for a greater proportion of the year."
They stressed the "80 high-quality timber-style holiday lodges" could help secure the future of the Post Office and shop on the site, adding it "has become an important facility" for residents.
Cllr Nick Adams-King, who represents Blackwater on TVBC, said the plans could raise concerns over more cars driving through the village, but emphasised countryside businesses that help draw in tourists should be supported.
He said: "I anticipate there will be concerns over the increase in the period of time the park is open for and more traffic locally.
"But, that being said, I think we should be supportive of businesses in the countryside particularly when they draw tourists to the area, who benefit the wider community.
"The important thing will be to look at what might be put in place to limit the impact on the neighbouring residents."
Cllr Nick Adams-King
The agent for the plans, RPS Group, has been contacted for comment.
TVBC is due to decide on the plans on Monday, January 4 2021.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Southampton drug driver banned from the roads

A SOUTHAMPTON man caught drug driving has been banned from the roads .
Ronkly Singh Digwa was caught drug driving @ @ @ @ @ , on December 17 last year .
The 33-year-old was found to have THC - @ @ @ @ @ - in his blood .
He was also found to have no drivers licence or @ @ @ @ @ Magistrates ' Court , he pleaded guilty to one count of drug driving , one @ @ @ @ @ , and one count of driving without a licence .
Digwa , of Fawley Road @ @ @ @ @ from driving for 14 months and fined £800 .
He was also ordered to pay @ @ @ @ @ and court costs of £85 .

Ronkly Singh Digwa was caught drug driving on Grosvenor Square, Southampton, on December 17 last year.
The 33-year-old was found to have THC - a breakdown product of cannabis - in his blood.
He was also found to have no drivers licence or insurance.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, he pleaded guilty to one count of drug driving, one count of driving without insurance, and one count of driving without a licence.
Digwa, of Fawley Road, Southampton, was disqualified from driving for 14 months and fined £800.
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £80 and court costs of £85.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--A32 at Fareham gets road safety funding

A32 at Fareham gets road safety funding

A MAJOR road in Hampshire is set to be made safer with new £1.5m funding .
The A32 in Fareham is planned to be made safer as Hampshire council have received funding to improve the road .
The carriageway of the A32 Fareham Road near Wych Lane will be made wider to create a new right turn lane .
The route links Fareham to Gosport and the new right turn filter lane will be around 50m long , will widen the existing southbound carriage way by 3m and 80m in length .
Three trees will be removed to make this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ new ones .
Plans also include , new traffic signals , upgrading the existing traffic control , resurfacing and new line markings .
Deputy leader of Hampshire County Council Rob Humby said : “ Our team has reviewed the accident data along the A32 corridor and identified the Wych Lane junction as being in need of specific safety measures .
`` We put this scheme forward for national funding , and I am pleased that we have received £1.581 million to cover the cost of these works from the Department for Transport ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as the road is marked as one of the most high risk roads in the country .
Work is due to start early in 2021 and set to be completed by spring/summer 2021 .

The A32 in Fareham is planned to be made safer as Hampshire council have received funding to improve the road.
The carriageway of the A32 Fareham Road near Wych Lane will be made wider to create a new right turn lane.
The route links Fareham to Gosport and the new right turn filter lane will be around 50m long, will widen the existing southbound carriage way by 3m and 80m in length.
Three trees will be removed to make this possible and will be replaced with six new ones.
Plans also include, new traffic signals, upgrading the existing traffic control, resurfacing and new line markings.
Deputy leader of Hampshire County Council Rob Humby said: “Our team has reviewed the accident data along the A32 corridor and identified the Wych Lane junction as being in need of specific safety measures.
"We put this scheme forward for national funding, and I am pleased that we have received £1.581 million to cover the cost of these works from the Department for Transport’s Safer Roads Fund.”
It comes as the road is marked as one of the most high risk roads in the country.
Work is due to start early in 2021 and set to be completed by spring/summer 2021.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Itchen Valley Country Park given national Green Flag award

A COUNTRY park has been voted as one of the best in the country .
Itchen Valley Country Park has once again been awarded the Keep Britain Tidy charity 's Green Flag Award .
This is said to show to visitors that the park is well maintained and run to the 'highest possible standards with excellent facilities ' .
The park is operated by the council and is in its second decade of success in the scheme , which is a nationally recognised mark of quality .
Chair of the Hedge End , West End & Botley Local Area Committee @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` With the stresses and restrictions of the coronavirus pandemic , our country parks have taken on a new importance in promoting health and wellbeing among Eastleigh Borough residents .
`` The Itchen Valley team can be hugely proud of their repeated success in winning this award , which reflects their hard work and expertise in very difficult circumstances .
`` Once again , we ’ re very grateful to Keep Britain Tidy for this recognition . ''
The 440-acre park features meadows and woodland and offers a range of waymarked trails and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ play area and revamped outdoor play trail .
It also offers picnic tables and barbecue sites and the Go Ape treetops adventure is also based there .
This year , a record 2,000 sites have received the Green Flag award .
Keep Britain Tidy Chief Executive , Allison Ogden-Newton OBE , said : `` This year , more than ever , our parks and green spaces have been a lifeline and we know that millions of people have used them to relax , meet friends , exercise or simply escape for a short @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the incredible dedication and hard work of parks staff and volunteers that , despite the challenges , Itchen Valley Country Park has achieved the highest international standards demanded by the Green Flag Award . ''

Itchen Valley Country Park has once again been awarded the Keep Britain Tidy charity's Green Flag Award.
This is said to show to visitors that the park is well maintained and run to the 'highest possible standards with excellent facilities'.
The park is operated by the council and is in its second decade of success in the scheme, which is a nationally recognised mark of quality.
Chair of the Hedge End, West End & Botley Local Area Committee, Councillor Cynthia Garton, said: "With the stresses and restrictions of the coronavirus pandemic, our country parks have taken on a new importance in promoting health and wellbeing among Eastleigh Borough residents.
"The Itchen Valley team can be hugely proud of their repeated success in winning this award, which reflects their hard work and expertise in very difficult circumstances.
"Once again, we’re very grateful to Keep Britain Tidy for this recognition."
The 440-acre park features meadows and woodland and offers a range of waymarked trails and recently opened a new café, indoor play area and revamped outdoor play trail.
It also offers picnic tables and barbecue sites and the Go Ape treetops adventure is also based there.
This year, a record 2,000 sites have received the Green Flag award.
Keep Britain Tidy Chief Executive, Allison Ogden-Newton OBE, said: "This year, more than ever, our parks and green spaces have been a lifeline and we know that millions of people have used them to relax, meet friends, exercise or simply escape for a short time.
"It is testament to the incredible dedication and hard work of parks staff and volunteers that, despite the challenges, Itchen Valley Country Park has achieved the highest international standards demanded by the Green Flag Award."


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Hampshire's unsolved murders over the last 40 years

UNFORTUNATELY , most police forces across the UK have unsolved murders on their files and Hampshire is no exception to the rule .
According to Home Office figures , only nine percent of crimes result in suspects being prosecuted in England and Wales .
Data also suggests that police close almost fifty percent of all cases as suspects have not been identified .
Unsolved murders leave detectives haunted with frustration and leave families yearning for answers , justice and closure .
These are just some of the cases that the Hampshire police continue to review in hopes they will one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Jacqueline Radford was killed in her home in the village of Eversley , around eleven miles North East of Basingstoke in 1992 .
The recently-divorced housewife was found suffocated after being assaulted insider her home .
Despite a high-profile campaign for information , including a segment on Crime Watch , no one was ever convicted .
The programme told how Jacqueline split up with her husband of 18 years around a year-and-a-half before she was killed in April 1 , 1992 .
The 36-year-old had been shot five times in his bathroom at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ October 16 , 1989 .
The antiques , jewellery and furniture dealer was found above Ambiance jewellers in Shirley High Street having been shot at point blank range shot with a small calibre .22 revolver .
Police have said a hitman could have shot Richard in a contract killing , or that he was murdered by someone with a grudge .
His shop was broken into the same night with the culprit using keys stolen from his flat .
His murder was the subject of a Crimewatch UK appeal and viewers who told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by the time he was 40 .
Even though a £100,000 reward has been put up the crime remains unsolved .
The 41-year-olds body was discovered at The Army Golf Course , at Shoe Lane near Farnborough on June 16 , 2006 .
Police believed petrol had been used to set Philip ’ s body on fire .
Mr Salmon , had been missing from his home for nearly seven weeks before his body was found by a golfer .
The police said that it was not clear whether he had been murdered @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and then dumped in the bushes .
His post-mortem did n't determine a cause of death .
His body was significantly decomposed and he was identified by his dental records .
Nigel Price , 58 , died four months after he was the victim of a savage attack on Southampton Common .
He suffered severe head injuries and did not regain consciousness after being discovered face down in bushes partially clothed .
He died at Southampton General Hospital on March 23 , 2010 .
Mr Price had visited the Cowherds Pub on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by a dog walker partially clothed in bushes in the park the next morning .
Hampshire police and Crimestoppers offered a £10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those who attacked Mr Price .
Initially police said Mr Price may have been the victim of a homophobic attack but have stressed they are keeping an `` open mind '' about why he was attacked .
Stuart Horsman was taken ill at Winchester Railway Station and died of internal injuries a few hours later at the city ’ s Royal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ died on August 3 , 2011 and detectives believe he may have been assaulted after tests showed he died of internal bleeding .
Detectives believe he was attacked between Wednesday , July 27 and Wednesday , August 3 .
Clifford Howes died in a fire that caused a massive explosion at a pub at the Jolly Farmer pub in Blacknest near Alton .
The fire had been started deliberately after someone had poured gallons of petrol into the cellar area in the early hours of Tuesday 5 December 1989 .
Clifford Howes had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remains were found twelve hours after the explosion .
Paul Booth died 11 days after being assaulted near the Esso garage in the Totton Asda .
After being assaulted the self-employed builder went to the accident and emergency department but left hospital before he could be properly treated .
He then continued to work normally for 11 days and did n't report the incident , but his fiancée later found him unconscious and he was taken to hospital where he died on 3 March 1999 .
It was thought that he might have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rage at the petrol station after having done something like blocking another person in .
You can contact CrimeStoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .
For more information go to crimestoppers-uk.org .

According to Home Office figures, only nine percent of crimes result in suspects being prosecuted in England and Wales.
Data also suggests that police close almost fifty percent of all cases as suspects have not been identified.
Unsolved murders leave detectives haunted with frustration and leave families yearning for answers, justice and closure.
These are just some of the cases that the Hampshire police continue to review in hopes they will one day bring the killers to justice.
Jacqueline Palmer-Radford
(Image: Hampshire Constabulary)
Jacqueline Radford was killed in her home in the village of Eversley, around eleven miles North East of Basingstoke in 1992.
The recently-divorced housewife was found suffocated after being assaulted insider her home.
Despite a high-profile campaign for information, including a segment on Crime Watch, no one was ever convicted.
The programme told how Jacqueline split up with her husband of 18 years around a year-and-a-half before she was killed in April 1, 1992.
Ricky Haywood
The 36-year-old had been shot five times in his bathroom at his flat in Southampton on Monday, October 16, 1989.
The antiques, jewellery and furniture dealer was found above Ambiance jewellers in Shirley High Street having been shot at point blank range shot with a small calibre .22 revolver.
Police have said a hitman could have shot Richard in a contract killing, or that he was murdered by someone with a grudge.
His shop was broken into the same night with the culprit using keys stolen from his flat.
His murder was the subject of a Crimewatch UK appeal and viewers who told he had dreamed of being a millionaire by the time he was 40.
Even though a £100,000 reward has been put up the crime remains unsolved.
Philip Salmon
(Image: Hampshire Constabulary/Crimewatch)
The 41-year-olds body was discovered at The Army Golf Course, at Shoe Lane near Farnborough on June 16, 2006.
Police believed petrol had been used to set Philip’s body on fire.
Mr Salmon, had been missing from his home for nearly seven weeks before his body was found by a golfer.
The police said that it was not clear whether he had been murdered at the golf course or somewhere else and then dumped in the bushes.
His post-mortem didn't determine a cause of death. His body was significantly decomposed and he was identified by his dental records.
Nigel Price
(Image: Hampshire Constabulary/Crimewatch)
Nigel Price, 58, died four months after he was the victim of a savage attack on Southampton Common.
He suffered severe head injuries and did not regain consciousness after being discovered face down in bushes partially clothed.
He died at Southampton General Hospital on March 23, 2010.
Mr Price had visited the Cowherds Pub on the night of November 13 and was discovered by a dog walker partially clothed in bushes in the park the next morning.
Hampshire police and Crimestoppers offered a £10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those who attacked Mr Price.
Initially police said Mr Price may have been the victim of a homophobic attack but have stressed they are keeping an "open mind" about why he was attacked.
Stuart Horsman
(Image: Hampshire Constabulary/Crimewatch)
Stuart Horsman was taken ill at Winchester Railway Station and died of internal injuries a few hours later at the city’s Royal Hampshire County Hospital.
The 34-year-old, died on August 3, 2011 and detectives believe he may have been assaulted after tests showed he died of internal bleeding.
Detectives believe he was attacked between Wednesday, July 27 and Wednesday, August 3.
A murder investigation was opened.
Clifford Howes
Clifford Howes died in a fire that caused a massive explosion at a pub at the Jolly Farmer pub in Blacknest near Alton.
The fire had been started deliberately after someone had poured gallons of petrol into the cellar area in the early hours of Tuesday 5 December 1989.
Clifford Howes had been sleeping in his bedroom and his remains were found twelve hours after the explosion.
Paul Booth
Paul Booth died 11 days after being assaulted near the Esso garage in the Totton Asda.
After being assaulted the self-employed builder went to the accident and emergency department but left hospital before he could be properly treated.
He then continued to work normally for 11 days and didn't report the incident, but his fiancée later found him unconscious and he was taken to hospital where he died on 3 March 1999.
It was thought that he might have been involved in an incident of road rage at the petrol station after having done something like blocking another person in.
You can contact CrimeStoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. For more information go to crimestoppers-uk.org.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Hampshire police shut off Southampton road in Portswood

EIGHT police cars and three ambulances shut off a Southampton road after rushing to the scene .
As well as @ @ @ @ @ Constabulary forensic officers were also spotted at the scene on Woodside Road in Portswood .
@ @ @ @ @ to the Daily Echo that the incident involved a `` road traffic collision '' , @ @ @ @ @ further details .
A witness said that the incident yesterday afternoon involved a `` motorbike @ @ @ @ @ not yet been confirmed by Hampshire police - who has been contacted for further details @ @ @ @ @ seen at the scene .
A bouquet of flowers has been laid at the scene @ @ @ @ @ been shut off while an investigation is carried out .
Two unmarked police cars were @ @ @ @ @ .

As well as marked police vehicles, Hampshire Constabulary forensic officers were also spotted at the scene on Woodside Road in Portswood.
Picture: Nathan Southard
Officers at the scene confirmed to the Daily Echo that the incident involved a "road traffic collision", but would not reveal any further details.
A witness said that the incident yesterday afternoon involved a "motorbike crash" but this has not yet been confirmed by Hampshire police - who has been contacted for further details.
Flowers have also been seen at the scene.
A bouquet of flowers has been laid at the scene
Part of the road has been shut off while an investigation is carried out.
Two unmarked police cars were also spotted at the scene.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Winchester loses millions due to students not at uni

WINCHESTER has lost more than £10 million due to the pandemic keeping students away .
According to research by Studee , city businesses have missed out on more £13.7 million .
Takeaways have lost £1.4 million ; an expected £2.5 million has not been spent on social events and £1.7 million has been lost on transport .
The biggest contribution is £5.5 million not being spent on groceries , and £1.3 million has not been spent on clothes .
Steve Brine , Winchester and Chandler 's Ford MP , said : “ No-one should be surprised at these shocking figures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the city and that ranges from the spending they bring of course but also the jobs they do while here and the vibrancy they bring to Winchester .
`` Our wonderful University is a lynchpin of the area and we all need to support it every step of the way to come back stronger . ''
Laura Rettie , vice president of Studee , said : `` It ’ s no wonder the government has been so keen to get students back to university , despite the fact mass movement of young people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the wisest course of action .
Students bring a huge amount of money into the areas they choose to study in - money many small towns simply can ’ t afford to lose .
`` Students have recently been blamed for coronavirus outbreaks , but we shouldn ’ t be using students as scapegoats when it was the government who urged them to get back to campus , with no clear guidance about studying online instead .
Sadly for many university towns across the country the economic pain is likely to be felt @ @ @ @ @ @ @

According to research by Studee, city businesses have missed out on more £13.7 million.
Takeaways have lost £1.4 million; an expected £2.5 million has not been spent on social events and £1.7 million has been lost on transport.
The biggest contribution is £5.5 million not being spent on groceries, and £1.3 million has not been spent on clothes.
Steve Brine, Winchester and Chandler's Ford MP, said: “No-one should be surprised at these shocking figures; students are an integral part of the city and that ranges from the spending they bring of course but also the jobs they do while here and the vibrancy they bring to Winchester.
"Our wonderful University is a lynchpin of the area and we all need to support it every step of the way to come back stronger."
Laura Rettie, vice president of Studee, said: "It’s no wonder the government has been so keen to get students back to university, despite the fact mass movement of young people during a pandemic probably isn’t the wisest course of action. Students bring a huge amount of money into the areas they choose to study in - money many small towns simply can’t afford to lose.
"Students have recently been blamed for coronavirus outbreaks, but we shouldn’t be using students as scapegoats when it was the government who urged them to get back to campus, with no clear guidance about studying online instead. Sadly for many university towns across the country the economic pain is likely to be felt for many years to come."


thedailyecho--2020-10-17--Man who stole crisps and alcohol is banned from all Hampshire Tesco's

A HAMPSHIRE man who stole alcohol and crisps has been banned from all Tesco stores in the county .
Leon @ @ @ @ @ stole alcohol and crisps to the value of £98 from Tesco in Bursledon on August @ @ @ @ @ Magistrates ' Court , he pleaded guilty to theft .
McLeod , of Windmill Lane @ @ @ @ @ a community order banning him from entering an Tesco or Tesco Express stores in Hampshire @ @ @ @ @ .
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £95 and court costs @ @ @

Leon John McLeod, 38, stole alcohol and crisps to the value of £98 from Tesco in Bursledon on August 8.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, he pleaded guilty to theft.
McLeod, of Windmill Lane, Bursledon, was handed a community order banning him from entering an Tesco or Tesco Express stores in Hampshire for the next 12 months.
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £95 and court costs of £85.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--£17m freight pledge "welcomed" by Southampton port director

Southampton 's port director has welcomed a £17million government pledge into the city 's freight train system .
It is thought the `` major rail upgrade '' will boost efficiency of cargo travel through the port as well as offering a greener alternative to cargo supply by road .
Alastair Welch , ABP Southampton Regional Director , said : “ We welcome the Government ’ s announcement of investment in a major rail upgrade to support freight services .
`` The Port of Southampton is the UK ’ s busiest export port , and a key point of entry for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This upgrade allows us to move containers through the port even more efficiently , further driving down carbon emissions and congestion as we keep Britain trading.
” Rail minister Chris Heaton-Harris announced the plans yesterday and said the decision will have “ a profound effect ” on the nation ’ s economic recovery post-COVID .
He said : “ Our freight industry has played an integral role through this pandemic , helping keep this country moving , and this investment will ensure it continues to support our economic recovery.
” The government said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and signalling systems so that freight trains can be made up to 255 metres longer in order to transport more cargo between Southampton and the Midlands .
This would significantly increase the amount of cargo passing through Southampton 's docks , the UK 's second busiest container port .
Mark Killick , Network Rail ’ s Wessex route director , said : “ The railway in Southampton plays a vital role in bringing goods into the country and sending exports overseas .
“ Our upgrades will support up to 14 extra containers for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Britain ’ s freight network and those businesses relying on it to transport goods to stock shops , and materials for industry.
” MP for Southampton Itchen , Royston Smith , said the investment “ shows how serious the Government is about levelling-up and improving our environment ” .

It is thought the "major rail upgrade" will boost efficiency of cargo travel through the port as well as offering a greener alternative to cargo supply by road.
Alastair Welch, ABP Southampton Regional Director, said: “We welcome the Government’s announcement of investment in a major rail upgrade to support freight services.
"The Port of Southampton is the UK’s busiest export port, and a key point of entry for trade coming into the UK.
"This upgrade allows us to move containers through the port even more efficiently, further driving down carbon emissions and congestion as we keep Britain trading.”
Rail minister Chris Heaton-Harris announced the plans yesterday and said the decision will have “a profound effect” on the nation’s economic recovery post-COVID.
He said: “Our freight industry has played an integral role through this pandemic, helping keep this country moving, and this investment will ensure it continues to support our economic recovery.”
The government said the money will go towards developing track and signalling systems so that freight trains can be made up to 255 metres longer in order to transport more cargo between Southampton and the Midlands.
This would significantly increase the amount of cargo passing through Southampton's docks, the UK's second busiest container port.
Mark Killick, Network Rail’s Wessex route director, said: “The railway in Southampton plays a vital role in bringing goods into the country and sending exports overseas.
“Our upgrades will support up to 14 extra containers for each train, providing a great boost for Britain’s freight network and those businesses relying on it to transport goods to stock shops, and materials for industry.”
MP for Southampton Itchen, Royston Smith, said the investment “shows how serious the Government is about levelling-up and improving our environment”.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--LETTER - What is NHS going to do when wave two hits

I AM WONDERING what this government is trying to do in the true fight against the Corona 19 virus .
It appears the government is being run by faceless bureaucrats who have not a clue how to control this pandemic .
We know controls have to be brought in to control the spread but I am at a loss on how they come to some of their conclusions .
Why when a shutdown is to be taken place why on earth has someone come up with a time of 6pm ?
Why not at the end of the day ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ restaurants and bars keep open till 11pm ?
My main gripe is that early in the year when the first wave hit us London opened an emergency treatment centre known as The Nightingale hospital , but why were these centres not opened in every other city in the UK .
The first outbreak meant many seriously ill patients had their treatments cancelled or curtailed to a much later date , so risking their health or recovery .
No statistics are available to how many people died because of delay in treatment .
We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pandemic and the government is still sitting on their backsides over this matter .
We have been warned this next wave will be far more serious than the first yet we are no more prepared .
Every winter now our overworked hospitals struggle to treat its patients .
We now have patients in corridors because there are not the beds , what are they going to do when wave two hits them ?
It is time to act now and start putting emergency treatment centres together in most of these cities .
There @ @ @ @ @ @ @ surely some could be converted into temporary centres and relieve our over-stretched hospitals and even partly staffed by the armed forces ' medical staff .
Thank you the NHS for all your help .
It is time now for you to get the help you deserve .

It appears the government is being run by faceless bureaucrats who have not a clue how to control this pandemic.
We know controls have to be brought in to control the spread but I am at a loss on how they come to some of their conclusions.
Why when a shutdown is to be taken place why on earth has someone come up with a time of 6pm?
Why not at the end of the day?
With all businesses suffering why can't restaurants and bars keep open till 11pm?
My main gripe is that early in the year when the first wave hit us London opened an emergency treatment centre known as The Nightingale hospital, but why were these centres not opened in every other city in the UK.
The first outbreak meant many seriously ill patients had their treatments cancelled or curtailed to a much later date, so risking their health or recovery.
No statistics are available to how many people died because of delay in treatment.
We are now entering phase two of the pandemic and the government is still sitting on their backsides over this matter.
We have been warned this next wave will be far more serious than the first yet we are no more prepared.
Every winter now our overworked hospitals struggle to treat its patients.
We now have patients in corridors because there are not the beds, what are they going to do when wave two hits them?
It is time to act now and start putting emergency treatment centres together in most of these cities.
There are many large buildings standing empty, surely some could be converted into temporary centres and relieve our over-stretched hospitals and even partly staffed by the armed forces' medical staff.
Thank you the NHS for all your help.
It is time now for you to get the help you deserve.
A.Semple
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Home plan at Ibsley pulled from New Forest District Council

PLANS for a new house have been withdrawn by the applicant - despite support for the scheme .
New Forest @ @ @ @ @ is no longer studying a proposal to replace a property at Mockbeggar Lane , Ibsley @ @ @ @ @ .
The local parish council had urged NFDC to reject the application .
In a @ @ @ @ @ criticised the scale of the new housesaying it would be a `` significant intrusion '' @ @ @ @ @ But Mockbeggar Lane resident Michael Robinson said : `` There is plenty of space for @ @ @ @ @ which would enhance the views and ambience of the neighbourhood .
`` As the nearest @ @ @ @ @ we fully support this application . ''

New Forest District Council (NFDC) is no longer studying a proposal to replace a property at Mockbeggar Lane, Ibsley, with a new home.
The local parish council had urged NFDC to reject the application.
In a letter to the authority it criticised the scale of the new housesaying it would be a "significant intrusion" on the street scene.
But Mockbeggar Lane resident Michael Robinson said: "There is plenty of space for such an inspired design, which would enhance the views and ambience of the neighbourhood.
"As the nearest residents to the proposed development we fully support this application."


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--MP for Eastleigh opens constituency office in town centre

An MP has kept a promise he made during the election by opening his constituency office in the town centre @ @ @ @ @ for Eastleigh pledged during the election that he would open the office in the town @ @ @ @ @ for people who want to get in touch .
As of Monday , October 12 @ @ @ @ @ based at 46 Leigh Road , Eastleigh .
Paul said : “ I made a @ @ @ @ @ that my Eastleigh constituency office would be based in the town making it easy for @ @ @ @ @ I am pleased to say that I have fulfilled that promise .
`` Since December @ @ @ @ @ my office has helped thousands of people access the help or advice they need .
@ @ @ @ @ is simple : Please don ’ t hesitate to pick up the phone , send @ @ @ @ @ advice surgery appointment .
I am at your service '' Due to current Covid-19 restrictions @ @ @ @ @ get in touch is still said to be phone or email .

Paul Holmes, MP for Eastleigh pledged during the election that he would open the office in the town centre to make it easier for people who want to get in touch.
As of Monday, October 12, the new office is based at 46 Leigh Road, Eastleigh.
Paul said: “I made a commitment during the General Election that my Eastleigh constituency office would be based in the town making it easy for people get in touch. I am pleased to say that I have fulfilled that promise.
"Since December and throughout the pandemic, my office has helped thousands of people access the help or advice they need.
"My message to residents is simple: Please don’t hesitate to pick up the phone, send an email or book an advice surgery appointment. I am at your service"
Due to current Covid-19 restrictions, the best way to get in touch is still said to be phone or email.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--Police launch appeal after man goes missing from Basingstoke

UPDATE : He has now been found POLICE officers have this morning launched a missing person 's appeal for a @ @ @ @ @ who is 31-years-old from the Prewitt Park area of Basingstoke , was last seen yesterday @ @ @ @ @ .
Officers recovered his grey van with orange stripes at around 9pm last night from @ @ @ @ @ He was last seen wearing a grey polo shirt with black work trousers and white @ @ @ @ @ any information , please contact Hampshire Constabulary on 101 , quoting 44300403790 .

POLICE officers have this morning launched a missing person's appeal for a Basingstoke man.
Craig, who is 31-years-old from the Prewitt Park area of Basingstoke, was last seen yesterday at 5pm leaving his home.
Officers recovered his grey van with orange stripes at around 9pm last night from Trenchard Road, Oakley.
He was last seen wearing a grey polo shirt with black work trousers and white trainers.
If you have any information, please contact Hampshire Constabulary on 101, quoting 44300403790.


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--University of Southampton partnership to help improve access

A UNIVERSITY has partnered with a foundation to help improve access for disadvantaged black British students .
The University of Southampton has partnered with the Cowrie Scholarship Foundation ( CSF ) .
The mission for the charitable foundation is to fund 100 disadvantaged black British students through the countries leading universities .
As well as Southampton , it has also partnered with 4 other universities across the country who will cover the tuition fees and , in some cases , the maintenance for at least three students over a decade from 2021 .
Professor Richard Oreffo , a professor at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Foundation , said : `` Access to university should not be limited by race or social class , but unfortunately this is not the case for all in our society .
`` While many issues are at play in why more Black British students do not attend leading universities , the Cowrie Scholarship Foundation seeks to address a significant barrier : the financial cost of university education . ''
The initial target is to raise £500,000 to start funding the first tranche of students and then continue to raise funds , eventually @ @ @ @ @ @ @ finance scholarships through endowments .
Professor Mark E. Smith , President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Southampton , said : `` I am delighted that our University is partnering with the Cowrie Scholarship Foundation .
`` As an institution , we are committed to fair access and participation in higher education and recognise the structural barriers which result in a lower proportion of Black UK students studying at Russell Group universities .
`` More work is needed , not only to widen access , but also to ensure that students feel at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to their chosen careers or postgraduate study .
`` These scholarships will form part of our broader Widening Participation strategy . ''

The University of Southampton has partnered with the Cowrie Scholarship Foundation (CSF).
The mission for the charitable foundation is to fund 100 disadvantaged black British students through the countries leading universities.
As well as Southampton, it has also partnered with 4 other universities across the country who will cover the tuition fees and, in some cases, the maintenance for at least three students over a decade from 2021.
Professor Richard Oreffo, a professor at the University of Southampton and Founder of the Foundation, said: "Access to university should not be limited by race or social class, but unfortunately this is not the case for all in our society.
"While many issues are at play in why more Black British students do not attend leading universities, the Cowrie Scholarship Foundation seeks to address a significant barrier: the financial cost of university education."
The initial target is to raise £500,000 to start funding the first tranche of students and then continue to raise funds, eventually forming an ecosystem, and then to finance scholarships through endowments.
Professor Mark E. Smith, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Southampton, said: "I am delighted that our University is partnering with the Cowrie Scholarship Foundation.
"As an institution, we are committed to fair access and participation in higher education and recognise the structural barriers which result in a lower proportion of Black UK students studying at Russell Group universities.
"More work is needed, not only to widen access, but also to ensure that students feel at home, achieve excellent results and progress to their chosen careers or postgraduate study.
"These scholarships will form part of our broader Widening Participation strategy."


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--LETTER  - EU Referendum provided a significant majority

I too believe the EU Referendum vote provided a significant majority in favour of Leave ( Letters 6th October ) I base my viewpoint on the actual number of votes cast , not percentages thereof which can misrepresent the real outcome .
The bottom line is this .
By the end of the process , for every single minute during the voting period , it works out that over 1400 more people voted leave as against those who voted remain .
As such , one could suggest that even after just the first five minutes of voting , the Leave @ @ @ @ @ @ @ By projecting this pattern throughout the day , I would contend that it does show that the margin of difference was indeed very significant .
As a footnote , in demeaning Mr Leckey 's opinion , I thought Mr Kyrle 's invite for others to decide `` which of us knows more about the subject '' to be somewhat ironic .
`` I leave it to readers ' judgement '' is the lofty invitation .
If only 'Liberal Democrats ' believed in such a principle .
After all , the people made a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all know how much value this once upon a time respected party thought that was worth .

I base my viewpoint on the actual number of votes cast, not percentages thereof which can misrepresent the real outcome.
The bottom line is this.
By the end of the process, for every single minute during the voting period, it works out that over 1400 more people voted leave as against those who voted remain.
As such, one could suggest that even after just the first five minutes of voting, the Leave vote was a substantial 7000 ahead! By projecting this pattern throughout the day, I would contend that it does show that the margin of difference was indeed very significant.
As a footnote,in demeaning Mr Leckey's opinion, I thought Mr Kyrle's invite for others to decide "which of us knows more about the subject" to be somewhat ironic.
"I leave it to readers' judgement" is the lofty invitation.
If only 'Liberal Democrats' believed in such a principle.
After all, the people made a judgement via the 2016 Referendum.
We all know how much value this once upon a time respected party thought that was worth.
J Martin
Hedge End


thedailyecho--2020-10-18--LETTER - It was better without the internet in 70s and 80s

I can not understand today 's society , as a person born in the sixties .
I really believe it @ @ @ @ @ Internet .
Do we really need it ?
We got through years without it , @ @ @ @ @ people were more laid back , nicer place to live .
Surely there are not @ @ @ @ @ it is how do they fit in social media ?
Sad people .
Just to @ @ @ @ @ .
Thank God I grew up in era I did - the laid back seventies @ @ @ @ @ music etc I hope they live to regret the hurt they have caused others .

I really believe it was a better life without Internet.
Do we really need it?
We got through years without it, let's face it, people were more laid back, nicer place to live.
Today is a nightmare.
Surely there are not enough hours in day as it is how do they fit in social media?
Sad people. Just to bully people - need therapy.
Thank God I grew up in era I did - the laid back seventies and eighties . The best music etc
I hope they live to regret the hurt they have caused others.
Gill Lovegrove
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