thedailyecho--2020-09-05--Jamie-Lee Clarke jailed at Southampton Crown Court

A TEENAGE girl was unable to open her jaw after a man repeatedly hit her in the face with a gas canister .
Jamie-Lee Clarke attacked his 19-year-old girlfriend during a brutal and sustained attack on Southampton Common .
The 29-year-old also tried to gouge her eyes out with his thumbs during the incident that went on for most of April 18 .
Clarke smiled during his sentencing at Southampton Crown Court and was even scolded by the judge for doing so .
He repeatedly punched his ex-partner in the face with such force she could feel herself swallowing blood @ @ @ @ @ @ @ threatened to blow her up with a gas canister ” , bit her ears and punched her in the back .
She “ made pleas to be released but he continued ” .
At one point she swallowed her own vomit because she “ did not want to upset him any further ” by making a mess .
Clarke , of no fixed address , was charged with ABH – he had previously pleaded guilty .
Prosecution barrister Martyn Booth told how his victim was finally able to escape when said she needed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was seen by a member of the public who was driving along Burgess Road .
He saw her standing on the pavement with a “ mark on her face ” and a black eye .
She “ appeared in his eyes to be visibly shaking ” .
The motorist then spotted a “ male running down the road ” so reversed his car .
The girl “ got in the car without any hesitation ” and the driver and his wife “ took her straight to hospital to be looked at ” .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to open her jaw and left covered in bruises and finger marks .
Judge Christopher Henry described the incident as a “ sustained and brutal ” assault .
He added how the girl must have been absolutely terrified and that there is a high risk of Clarke causing serious harm to her and to women in general .
Clarke was jailed for 41 months and will be released on licence and under supervision .
He was also given a restraining order against his victim .
Defending barrister , Tom Wilkins told how Clarke @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remorse .
He has 28 previous court appearances for 56 offences which include theft , dishonesty , assaulting a PCSO , breaching a restraining order , harassment and for public order .
He was last convicted in May 2011 for burglary together with arson .

Jamie-Lee Clarke attacked his 19-year-old girlfriend during a brutal and sustained attack on Southampton Common.
The 29-year-old also tried to gouge her eyes out with his thumbs during the incident that went on for most of April 18.
Clarke smiled during his sentencing at Southampton Crown Court and was even scolded by the judge for doing so.
He repeatedly punched his ex-partner in the face with such force she could feel herself swallowing blood, the court heard.
Clarke “threatened to blow her up with a gas canister”, bit her ears and punched her in the back.
She “made pleas to be released but he continued”.
At one point she swallowed her own vomit because she “did not want to upset him any further” by making a mess.
Clarke, of no fixed address, was charged with ABH – he had previously pleaded guilty.
Prosecution barrister Martyn Booth told how his victim was finally able to escape when said she needed to go to the toilet.
She was seen by a member of the public who was driving along Burgess Road.
He saw her standing on the pavement with a “mark on her face” and a black eye.
She “appeared in his eyes to be visibly shaking”.
The motorist then spotted a “male running down the road” so reversed his car.
The girl “got in the car without any hesitation” and the driver and his wife “took her straight to hospital to be looked at”.
After the attack, she was unable to open her jaw and left covered in bruises and finger marks.
Judge Christopher Parker described the incident as a “sustained and brutal” assault.
He added how the girl must have been absolutely terrified and that there is a high risk of Clarke causing serious harm to her and to women in general.
Clarke was jailed for 41 months and will be released on licence and under supervision.
He was also given a restraining order against his victim.
Defending barrister, Tom Wilkins told how Clarke is taking anti-psychotic medication and has expressed remorse. He has 28 previous court appearances for 56 offences which include theft, dishonesty, assaulting a PCSO, breaching a restraining order, harassment and for public order.
He was last convicted in May 2011 for burglary together with arson.


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--100 e-scooters could be used in Southampton trial

A FLEET of around 100 electric scooters could be coming to the streets of Southampton in a bid to cut the number of people commuting by car .
Highways chiefs are to pick a potential operator as they await a government go-ahead for a year-long trial scheme .
Tier , which operates e-scooters in around 70 cities in Europe , has confirmed it is bidding to take part in the trial , which it said could start as soon as November .
Its e-scooters would be fitted with technology that can slow them to a walking speed in areas where @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Tier ’ s UK general manager , said the company had learned the lessons of other operators such as YoBikes , which ended its cycle hire scheme in Southampton after being plagued by vandalism .
He told Daily Echo : “ There are a lot of things we can do to allay some of the rightful concerns out there that some groups have with this new technology .
“ We look at the history of those bikes and some of the other early scooter operators and only by treating the streets and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a bit of respect and consideration do you earn the right to operate this type of technology.
” The move comes just days after policein Eastleigh threatened to seize e-scooters due to a rise in anti-social behavour .
Tier ’ s e-scooters would be rented using a phone app which allows the user find a scooter , unlock it and park it again safely after the trip .
Mr Jones , pictured below , said Southampton City Council had indicated it was interested in connecting the city ’ s park and ride with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that as November gets a bit closer , they will start to reveal some more details getting into specific service areas .
`` I think they ’ ve initially said it ’ s around 100 scooters but it might be a few more or fewer , ” he said .
Tier ’ s bikes have a front light , a bell , a 30cm front wheel and “ suspension like a mountain bike ” to deal with cobbles and potholes .
There is an integrated mobile phone holder and a box containing a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ double kickstand to prevent them falling over .
If they do fall over , a sensor sends a message to Tier ’ s staff so they can be righted .
Their top speed is 15.5mph but Mr Jones said the company would use “ geo-fencing ” technology to limit the areas where the scooters could operate .
If the scooters were taken into an unauthorised area , they would slow to a “ very slow walking speed ” of 3mph .
Mr Jones said : “ Research from lots of cities across Europe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trips , people say ‘ If a scooter wasn ’ t here , I would have taken my car ’ .
`` Around 60 per cent of car journeys in the UK are less than three miles and have an occupant of one , so there ’ s ample opportunity to get people out of their car and onto a scooter.
” One year ago a cycle rental scheme in Southampton was scrapped .
The decison to pull the Yobike scheme came after bosses claimed a rise in the number of bikes being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southampton , Portsmouth , Isle of Wight and Hampshire councils – has submitted proposals to the Department for Transport ( DfT ) .
It said : “ As always , Solent Transport are at the forefront of discussions on new technology and services that may benefit the Solent area and have been actively engaging in this process on behalf of our partner transport authorities .
“ At this time , potential plans are being formulated but no final decisions have been made regarding whether proposals for trials will be awarded by the DfT @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is currently being carried out to identify shared e-scooter operator ( s ) to deliver the trial .
`` The DfT will decide upon proposals from local authorities including confirming that operator ( s ) meet their standards on criteria such as vehicle safety .
“ If Solent Transport is awarded the trial by the DfT would allow us and our partners to employ an e-scooter provider to work with us to deliver a shared e-scooter trial that meets the strict defined legal , safety and service requirements set out by DfT .
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Highways chiefs are to pick a potential operator as they await a government go-ahead for a year-long trial scheme.
Tier, which operates e-scooters in around 70 cities in Europe, has confirmed it is bidding to take part in the trial, which it said could start as soon as November.
Its e-scooters would be fitted with technology that can slow them to a walking speed in areas where they are not allowed.
Fred Jones, Tier’s UK general manager, said the company had learned the lessons of other operators such as YoBikes, which ended its cycle hire scheme in Southampton after being plagued by vandalism.
He told Daily Echo: “There are a lot of things we can do to allay some of the rightful concerns out there that some groups have with this new technology.
“We look at the history of those bikes and some of the other early scooter operators and only by treating the streets and the vulnerable members of the community with a bit of respect and consideration do you earn the right to operate this type of technology.”
The move comes just days after policein Eastleigh threatened to seize e-scooters due to a rise in anti-social behavour.
Tier’s e-scooters would be rented using a phone app which allows the user find a scooter, unlock it and park it again safely after the trip.
Mr Jones, pictured below, said Southampton City Council had indicated it was interested in connecting the city’s park and ride with the hospital.
“We would expect that as November gets a bit closer, they will start to reveal some more details getting into specific service areas.
"I think they’ve initially said it’s around 100 scooters but it might be a few more or fewer,” he said.
Tier’s bikes have a front light, a bell, a 30cm front wheel and “suspension like a mountain bike” to deal with cobbles and potholes. There is an integrated mobile phone holder and a box containing a foldable crash helmet.
They have a double kickstand to prevent them falling over. If they do fall over, a sensor sends a message to Tier’s staff so they can be righted.
They weigh 30kg – 66lbs – to deter thieves.
Their top speed is 15.5mph but Mr Jones said the company would use “geo-fencing” technology to limit the areas where the scooters could operate.
If the scooters were taken into an unauthorised area, they would slow to a “very slow walking speed” of 3mph.
Mr Jones said: “Research from lots of cities across Europe shows that for about a third of trips, people say ‘If a scooter wasn’t here, I would have taken my car’.
"Around 60 per cent of car journeys in the UK are less than three miles and have an occupant of one, so there’s ample opportunity to get people out of their car and onto a scooter.”
One year ago a cycle rental scheme in Southampton was scrapped.
The decison to pull the Yobike scheme came after bosses claimed a rise in the number of bikes being vandalised.

Solent Transport – which unites Southampton, Portsmouth, Isle of Wight and Hampshire councils – has submitted proposals to the Department for Transport (DfT).
It said: “As always, Solent Transport are at the forefront of discussions on new technology and services that may benefit the Solent area and have been actively engaging in this process on behalf of our partner transport authorities.
“At this time, potential plans are being formulated but no final decisions have been made regarding whether proposals for trials will be awarded by the DfT to Solent Transport. A procurement process is currently being carried out to identify shared e-scooter operator(s) to deliver the trial.
"The DfT will decide upon proposals from local authorities including confirming that operator(s) meet their standards on criteria such as vehicle safety.
“If Solent Transport is awarded the trial by the DfT would allow us and our partners to employ an e-scooter provider to work with us to deliver a shared e-scooter trial that meets the strict defined legal, safety and service requirements set out by DfT.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--Artwork on Valentine Avenue, next to Valentine Primary School

RESIDENTS are fearing for the safety of school children in response to art work installations that have now been placed on the road .
Members of Southampton City Council ( SCC ) were seen installing another set of brightly-coloured art onto Valentine Avenue on Friday , next to Valentine Primary School .
It is part of a council-run project , which aims to make the area safer for children during their journey to school .
But some parents and nearby residents have voiced their anger over the project .
Karen Purvin , who regularly walks her granddaughter to school , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ She added : “ I was walking with my three-year-old granddaughter and she let go of my hand to play in the road where the Council have put flowered prints across the road in all different colours near Valentine School and two roads up .
I think a child will get killed.
” Another nearby resident said : `` Other things could have been done to keep the children safe , as they still have to come between cars and put themselves at risk .
It 's an accident waiting to happen .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ children that attend Valentine Primary School , said : `` It has n't really bothered us , it 's actually nicer to see something bright and colourful . ''
SCC worked with partners Sustrans and Balfour Beatty to undertake the project , and extensive consultation on the scheme design took place with the local community over the period of a year .
After the trial , 95 % of parents and residents indicated they would like to see the measures made permanent .
A spokesperson for SCC said : “ The colourful artwork @ @ @ @ @ @ @ road near Valentine ’ s Primary School is a striking visual cue for young pedestrians and road users that this is a busy crossing point , acting as reminder for to ‘ slow down and take care ’ .
“ It is part of a redesign of the area outside of Valentine School which was co-designed together with pupils , parents and residents in order to make the area safer for children on their journey to school .
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Members of Southampton City Council (SCC) were seen installing another set of brightly-coloured art onto Valentine Avenue on Friday, next to Valentine Primary School.
It is part of a council-run project, which aims to make the area safer for children during their journey to school.
But some parents and nearby residents have voiced their anger over the project.
Karen Purvin, who regularly walks her granddaughter to school, labelled the paintwork “dangerous”.
She added: “I was walking with my three-year-old granddaughter and she let go of my hand to play in the road where the Council have put flowered prints across the road in all different colours near Valentine School and two roads up. I think a child will get killed.”
Another nearby resident said: "Other things could have been done to keep the children safe, as they still have to come between cars and put themselves at risk. It's an accident waiting to happen."
While one mum, who has children that attend Valentine Primary School, said: "It hasn't really bothered us, it's actually nicer to see something bright and colourful."
SCC worked with partners Sustrans and Balfour Beatty to undertake the project, and extensive consultation on the scheme design took place with the local community over the period of a year.
After the trial, 95% of parents and residents indicated they would like to see the measures made permanent.
A spokesperson for SCC said: “The colourful artwork that’s been applied to the road near Valentine’s Primary School is a striking visual cue for young pedestrians and road users that this is a busy crossing point, acting as reminder for to ‘slow down and take care’.
“It is part of a redesign of the area outside of Valentine School which was co-designed together with pupils, parents and residents in order to make the area safer for children on their journey to school.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--Serious sexual assault at Fort Victoria Country Park

OFFICERS are turning to witnesses after a three-year-old girl was seriously sexually assaulted in woodland .
Police are now providing a portal for any witnesses to upload photo and video evidence as part of an investigation into a sexual offence at Fort Victoria Country Park .
The incident took place shortly after 3pm on Monday August 31 .
Detective Chief Inspector Liam Davies said : “ We have previously appealed for anyone with Dash Cash footage , who drove into Fort Victoria Country Park via Westhill Lane between 11.30am and 4pm on Bank Holiday Monday , to get in touch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this footage , and in addition would now like to hear from anyone who attended the country park between these times and took photographs or videos while they were there .
“ Please take the time to check over your cameras and camera phones and upload anything you captured in the area that day to the portal provided , even if you feel it may not be of relevance .
“ You may have inadvertently captured something , or someone , significant without realising it .
“ We are continuing to investigate this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our dedicated investigators will take the time to review all of the material you provide us.
” Superintendent Sarah Jackson , District Commander for the Isle of Wight , said : “ I am , of course , aware of the concerns within the community following this incident , but please be reassured that we are doing everything we can to progress this investigation and follow every line of enquiry available to us .
“ Incidents such as this are very rare and we will be ensuring we have additional patrols in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , we will be working with our partners and local schools to address any concerns raised .
“ As ever , please pass any information you have about this incident to the investigation team , and please refrain from speculating online while we seek to establish the full circumstances.
” A man arrested in connection with this incident remains on bail until September 28 .
Anyone with video footage or photographs from the area on 31 August can submit this through the online portal at https : //mipp.police.uk/operation/44HC20E11-PO1 .
If you have information @ @ @ @ @ @ @ call 101 quoting Operation July .
Alternatively , you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 % anonymously on 0800 555 111 , or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org

Police are now providing a portal for any witnesses to upload photo and video evidence as part of an investigation into a sexual offence at Fort Victoria Country Park.
The incident took place shortly after 3pm on Monday August 31.
Detective Chief Inspector Liam Davies said: “We have previously appealed for anyone with Dash Cash footage, who drove into Fort Victoria Country Park via Westhill Lane between 11.30am and 4pm on Bank Holiday Monday, to get in touch.
“We continue to ask for this footage, and in addition would now like to hear from anyone who attended the country park between these times and took photographs or videos while they were there.
“Please take the time to check over your cameras and camera phones and upload anything you captured in the area that day to the portal provided, even if you feel it may not be of relevance.
“You may have inadvertently captured something, or someone, significant without realising it.
“We are continuing to investigate this offence as an absolute priority, and our dedicated investigators will take the time to review all of the material you provide us.”
Superintendent Sarah Jackson, District Commander for the Isle of Wight, said: “I am, of course, aware of the concerns within the community following this incident, but please be reassured that we are doing everything we can to progress this investigation and follow every line of enquiry available to us.
“Incidents such as this are very rare and we will be ensuring we have additional patrols in the relevant locations. In addition to this, we will be working with our partners and local schools to address any concerns raised.
“As ever, please pass any information you have about this incident to the investigation team, and please refrain from speculating online while we seek to establish the full circumstances.”
A man arrested in connection with this incident remains on bail until September 28.
Anyone with video footage or photographs from the area on 31 August can submit this through the online portal at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/44HC20E11-PO1.
If you have information that could assist, you can also call 101 quoting Operation July.
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--Works to install footbridge on M27 begin

THE installation of a new footbridge on the M27 has begun while closures take place .
The beginning end of @ @ @ @ @ put into its place at North Fareham at 6am this morning ( Saturday ) .
@ @ @ @ @ will run until 6am on Monday , September 7 .
As a result , drivers @ @ @ @ @ route between Junction 9 at Whiteley and 11 at Fareham will instead be diverted .
@ @ @ @ @ know about M27 closure Cranes will be used to lift the prefabricated bridge into position @ @ @ @ @ social media : `` The southside spans are now on and the crane is being @ @ @ @ @ have also been delivered to site .
`` Fareham 's new footbridge is well on @ @ @ @ @ place . ''

The beginning end of the bridge was seen being put into its place at North Fareham at 6am this morning (Saturday).
Works to install the footbridge will run until 6am on Monday, September 7.
As a result, drivers wanting to travel along the route between Junction 9 at Whiteley and 11 at Fareham will instead be diverted.
Cranes will be used to lift the prefabricated bridge into position.
Highways England wrote on social media: "The southside spans are now on and the crane is being de-rigged. The main spans have also been delivered to site.
"Fareham's new footbridge is well on its way to being in place."


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--£3.7 million saved in Hampshire thanks to Eat Out To Help scheme

A TOTAL of £3.7 million has been saved by Hampshire residents thanks to the Eat Out to Help Out scheme , figures reveal .
Figures published by the government today show a total of 818 restaurants in the area registered for the scheme .
The total amount of discount money claimed was £3,766,000 across Southampton , Eastleigh , the New Forest , Winchester , Fareham , Gosport and Romsey .
In Southampton Itchen , 110 restaurants took part in the scheme with 106,000 meals claimed at an average price of £6.62 .
The area saved £701,000 in discounts .
• @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Out In Southampton Test , 100 restaurants took part with 64,000 meals claimed averaging at £6.42 per meal , saving a total of £413,000 in discounts .
A total of 77 restaurants took part in Romsey and Southampton North with 47,000 meals claimed at an average of £5.44 .
The area claimed £256,000 in discounts .
In New Forest West , 118 restaurants took part with 160,000 meals claimed at an average of £4.59 per meal - saving £734,000 in discounts .
A further 118 restaurants took part in the scheme in New @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an average of £5.98 .
The area claimed £659,000 in discounts .
• Rise in customer numbers for Eat Out to Help Out scheme In Eastleigh , 63 restaurants took part in the scheme with 53,000 meals claimed at an average of £4.93 .
There was £259,000 saved in discounts .
A total of 111 restaurants took part in the scheme in Winchester , with 76,000 meals claimed at an average of £6.10 .
The area saved £464,000 in discounts .
In Fareham there were 71 restaurants taking part in the scheme with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , saving a total of £338,000 in discounts .
• Eat Out to Help Out : Britons eat 100 million meals through scheme in August In Gosport , 50 restaurants took part with residents claiming 37,000 meals at an average of £5.21 per person .
There was £195,000 in discounts .

Figures published by the government today show a total of 818 restaurants in the area registered for the scheme.
The total amount of discount money claimed was £3,766,000 across Southampton, Eastleigh, the New Forest, Winchester, Fareham, Gosport and Romsey.
In Southampton Itchen, 110 restaurants took part in the scheme with 106,000 meals claimed at an average price of £6.62. The area saved £701,000 in discounts.
In Southampton Test, 100 restaurants took part with 64,000 meals claimed averaging at £6.42 per meal, saving a total of £413,000 in discounts.
A total of 77 restaurants took part in Romsey and Southampton North with 47,000 meals claimed at an average of £5.44. The area claimed £256,000 in discounts.
In New Forest West, 118 restaurants took part with 160,000 meals claimed at an average of £4.59 per meal - saving £734,000 in discounts.
A further 118 restaurants took part in the scheme in New Forest East with 110,000 meals claimed at an average of £5.98. The area claimed £659,000 in discounts.
In Eastleigh, 63 restaurants took part in the scheme with 53,000 meals claimed at an average of £4.93. There was £259,000 saved in discounts.
A total of 111 restaurants took part in the scheme in Winchester, with 76,000 meals claimed at an average of £6.10. The area saved £464,000 in discounts.
In Fareham there were 71 restaurants taking part in the scheme with 55,000 meals at an average of £6.11, saving a total of £338,000 in discounts.
In Gosport, 50 restaurants took part with residents claiming 37,000 meals at an average of £5.21 per person. There was £195,000 in discounts.


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--Winchester street market moves to The Broadway on Sundays for trial period

THE Winchester Street Market is moving to The Broadway in a trial move on Sundays .
It will be on The Broadway from Sunday , September 6 .
The Broadway was proposed as the permanent location for the street market once Silver Hill was developed .
For many years it was staged in the Middle Brook Street area and on the open-air car park .
But a couple of years ago it moved to the High Street , sparking complaints about congestion and from shopkeepers .
The city council says the trial will test an element of the long-term aspirations @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Winchester Regeneration area .
Organisers are also looking to assess the benefits around improved ease of social distancing in the more spacious area .
There will be a limited number of stalls positioned on the Lower High Street and Middle Brook Street .
The trial will assess the impact on the market and High Street footfall as well as the level of traffic generated in Colebrook Street .
City council cabinet member for housing and asset management , Cllr Kelsie Learney , said : “ The need for social distancing has led us @ @ @ @ @ @ @ activities within Winchester .
Moving the market to The Broadway was suggested in the Central Winchester Regeneration Area Supplementary Planning Document and it seems the ideal location for people to enjoy Winchester ’ s fantastic market offering in a spacious , central location .
`` We ’ re looking forward to seeing how the experiment works in practice and taking it from there.
” To accommodate the stalls , The Broadway will be closed from the bus station entrance to the junction of Market Street and Colebrook Street , with access to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ via Colebrook Street .
Great Minster Street and the Square will remain closed to through traffic .

It will be on The Broadway from Sunday, September 6.
The Broadway was proposed as the permanent location for the street market once Silver Hill was developed.
For many years it was staged in the Middle Brook Street area and on the open-air car park.
But a couple of years ago it moved to the High Street, sparking complaints about congestion and from shopkeepers.
The city council says the trial will test an element of the long-term aspirations around increasing the vibrancy of the Central Winchester Regeneration area. Organisers are also looking to assess the benefits around improved ease of social distancing in the more spacious area.
There will be a limited number of stalls positioned on the Lower High Street and Middle Brook Street.
The trial will assess the impact on the market and High Street footfall as well as the level of traffic generated in Colebrook Street.
City council cabinet member for housing and asset management, Cllr Kelsie Learney, said: “The need for social distancing has led us to rethink how we carry on many activities within Winchester. Moving the market to The Broadway was suggested in the Central Winchester Regeneration Area Supplementary Planning Document and it seems the ideal location for people to enjoy Winchester’s fantastic market offering in a spacious, central location.
"We’re looking forward to seeing how the experiment works in practice and taking it from there.”
To accommodate the stalls, The Broadway will be closed from the bus station entrance to the junction of Market Street and Colebrook Street, with access to the Mercure Wessex Hotel and Market Street routed via Colebrook Street. Great Minster Street and the Square will remain closed to through traffic.


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--Southampton landlords refusing to rent to people on benefits

Southampton renters on housing benefits are being told that they are not welcome in the vast majority of properties listed on a popular housing website .
Despite a court ruling earlier in the year that made it unlawful to blanket ban people on benefits , more than 90 per cent of landlords in Southampton on Spare Room still appear to be shunning tenants on housing benefit .
Out of 26 entire properties to rent in Southampton found on Spare Room , only two are marked as ‘ housing benefit considered ’ .
Spare Room was displaying a ‘ new tenant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ landlord the option to consider whether benefits claimants are considered for tenancy or not .
A spokesperson for Spare Room said : “ Some Buy to Let mortgages do still prohibit landlords from renting to people who receive housing benefit , so we ’ re changing the advertising process so that a specific mortgage clause is the only reason we ’ ll allow for saying they won ’ t rent to tenants on benefits.
” Some landlords are prevented from renting to tenants claiming benefits due to the nature of their buy-to-let mortgages @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has now changed its filter - on the eve of this story being published .
Instead of 'housing benefits considered ' , the site now displays an option to 'hide ads that ca n't accept housing benefit ( due to mortgage/insurance restrictions ) ' which it argues is necessary for these landlords .
People on housing benefit are often referred to by the acronym DSS , which stands for Department for Social Security , the forerunner of the Department for Work and Pensions , which oversees Universal Credit .
In July , a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ blanket ‘ No DSS ’ rental bans by letting agents are unlawful and discriminatory under the Equality Act .
Because this judgement was from a low-level court it is not a binding rule for other cases .
However , charities and campaigners are hoping it will stick .
Polly Neate , Chief Executive of Shelter , said : “ July ’ s historic hearing sends a clear message to landlords and letting agents to drive out these old discriminatory practices for good – or risk legal action.
” Less than 10 per cent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are available to people in receipt of housing benefits .
Most of the properties available on Spare Room are for house shares .
Out of all 705 properties on the site in Southampton , just 69 are available to those receiving housing benefit .
The cheapest price of a one-bedroom flat in Southampton on Zoopla is £550 whilst the most expensive comes in at a staggering £965 per month .
Whilst the cheapest two bed-property in Southampton city centre is currently priced at £695 per month .
The most expensive two bedroom rental @ @ @ @ @ @ @ With renting becoming increasingly difficult as we navigate the coronavirus pandemic , research by Shelter shows that almost 230,000 private renters in England have fallen into arrears since the pandemic started .
Meanwhile , the number of people claiming benefits in Southampton has more than doubled since the start of the coronavirus pandemic .
Office for National Statistics data shows 11,955 people were claiming out-of-work benefits in Southampton as of July 9 , compared with 5,625 in early March .
In May the government extended the ban on evicting tenants however this is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weeks .
Shelter have revealed that despite the evictions ban , more than 170,000 private tenants have already been threatened with eviction by their landlord or letting agent .
With the furlough scheme scheduled to end next month and the UK being officially in a recession , more people than ever could be relying on benefits to survive .
Billy Harding , Research and Policy Officer at Centrepoint ( charity for young homeless people ) said : “ Since the start of the pandemic , we have seen a 50 % increase in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ helpline seeking housing support .
“ The ‘ No DSS ’ court ruling is a step in the right direction- tenants have the power to challenge landlords and letting agents if they are acting unlawfully and contrary to the equality act .
If you are having difficulty securing a rental property due to receiving benefits , you can contact Shelter England who offer advice and support on what to do next .
A template letter can also be found on Shelter ’ s website , alongside free and expert housing advice .

Despite a court ruling earlier in the year that made it unlawful to blanket ban people on benefits, more than 90 per cent of landlords in Southampton on Spare Room still appear to be shunning tenants on housing benefit.
Out of 26 entire properties to rent in Southampton found on Spare Room, only two are marked as ‘housing benefit considered’.
Spare Room was displaying a ‘new tenant preferences’ list, which gave the landlord the option to consider whether benefits claimants are considered for tenancy or not.
A spokesperson for Spare Room said: “Some Buy to Let mortgages do still prohibit landlords from renting to people who receive housing benefit, so we’re changing the advertising process so that a specific mortgage clause is the only reason we’ll allow for saying they won’t rent to tenants on benefits.”
Some landlords are prevented from renting to tenants claiming benefits due to the nature of their buy-to-let mortgages.
As a result, Spare Room has now changed its filter - on the eve of this story being published.
Instead of 'housing benefits considered', the site now displays an option to 'hide ads that can't accept housing benefit (due to mortgage/insurance restrictions)' which it argues is necessary for these landlords.
People on housing benefit are often referred to by the acronym DSS, which stands for Department for Social Security, the forerunner of the Department for Work and Pensions, which oversees Universal Credit.
In July, a judge at York County Court ruled that blanket ‘No DSS’ rental bans by letting agents are unlawful and discriminatory under the Equality Act.
Because this judgement was from a low-level court it is not a binding rule for other cases. However, charities and campaigners are hoping it will stick.
Polly Neate, Chief Executive of Shelter, said: “July’s historic hearing sends a clear message to landlords and letting agents to drive out these old discriminatory practices for good – or risk legal action.”
Less than 10 per cent of properties - excluding shared accommodation - are available to people in receipt of housing benefits.
Most of the properties available on Spare Room are for house shares. Out of all 705 properties on the site in Southampton, just 69 are available to those receiving housing benefit.
The cheapest price of a one-bedroom flat in Southampton on Zoopla is £550 whilst the most expensive comes in at a staggering £965 per month.
Whilst the cheapest two bed-property in Southampton city centre is currently priced at £695 per month. The most expensive two bedroom rental is an eye-watering £1,650 per month.
With renting becoming increasingly difficult as we navigate the coronavirus pandemic, research by Shelter shows that almost 230,000 private renters in England have fallen into arrears since the pandemic started.
Meanwhile, the number of people claiming benefits in Southampton has more than doubled since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Office for National Statistics data shows 11,955 people were claiming out-of-work benefits in Southampton as of July 9, compared with 5,625 in early March.
In May the government extended the ban on evicting tenants however this is scheduled to end in just over three weeks.
Shelter have revealed that despite the evictions ban, more than 170,000 private tenants have already been threatened with eviction by their landlord or letting agent.
With the furlough scheme scheduled to end next month and the UK being officially in a recession, more people than ever could be relying on benefits to survive.
Billy Harding, Research and Policy Officer at Centrepoint (charity for young homeless people) said: “Since the start of the pandemic, we have seen a 50% increase in the number of young people contacting our helpline seeking housing support.
“The ‘No DSS’ court ruling is a step in the right direction- tenants have the power to challenge landlords and letting agents if they are acting unlawfully and contrary to the equality act.
He added: "Platforms shouldn’t have [housing benefits] filters- people should be assessed on an individual basis and not just the way they receive their rent."
If you are having difficulty securing a rental property due to receiving benefits, you can contact Shelter England who offer advice and support on what to do next.
A template letter can also be found on Shelter’s website, alongside free and expert housing advice.


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--ARCHIVE PIC OF THE DAY: Shirley High Street in 1984

On the far left of the image is a television rental store while next door the spire of St Boniface @ @ @ @ @ skywards .
Cars of yesteryear navigate down the busy road past the parade of shops @ @ @ @ @ Cleaners , Midlands bank and Holt and Haskell .
Do you remember Shirley from around @ @ @ @ @ have any more information about this picture you 'd like to share ?

On the far left of the image is a television rental store while next door the spire of St Boniface Church can be seen stretching skywards.
Cars of yesteryear navigate down the busy road past the parade of shops that once included Dolphin Dry Cleaners, Midlands bank and Holt and Haskell.
Do you remember Shirley from around this time? Do you have any more information about this picture you'd like to share?
If so, email ian.crump@dailyecho.co.uk .


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--South Western Railway announce winners of community improvement fund

PLANS to improve walking and cycling access between railway stations are set to begin .
It comes after South Western Railway ( SWR ) announced the winners of its community improvement fund worth over £5 million , going towards almost 70 schemes .
It involves schemes to improve walking and cycling access to and from stations , and projects to address social isolation .
Designed to help boost the local economy , SWR invited bids from its Customer and Communities Improvement Fund ( CCIF ) and now the successful projects from across the South Western Railway network have been revealed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ CCIF funding , with contributions from housing developments to provide new walking and cycling routes and improved transport interchange at nearly a dozen stations .
CCIF funding will also support projects mentoring young women and people living in disadvantaged communities .
This goes alongside several projects aiming to reduce social isolation amongst the elderly with virtual train trips to build up confidence in using public transport .
In total 67 schemes successfully won funding , and with match funding a requirement of applying for the SWR Customer and Communities Improvement Fund , over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ local community projects .
SWR Commercial and Business Development Director Peter Williams said : “ We at SWR recognise only too well the vital role that rail plays in the local as well as the national economy , and I am delighted that we have been able to further support the communities we serve through this funding . ''

It comes after South Western Railway (SWR) announced the winners of its community improvement fund worth over £5 million, going towards almost 70 schemes.
It involves schemes to improve walking and cycling access to and from stations, and projects to address social isolation.
Designed to help boost the local economy, SWR invited bids from its Customer and Communities Improvement Fund (CCIF) and now the successful projects from across the South Western Railway network have been revealed.
Local authorities have also matched the CCIF funding, with contributions from housing developments to provide new walking and cycling routes and improved transport interchange at nearly a dozen stations.
CCIF funding will also support projects mentoring young women and people living in disadvantaged communities.
This goes alongside several projects aiming to reduce social isolation amongst the elderly with virtual train trips to build up confidence in using public transport.
In total 67 schemes successfully won funding, and with match funding a requirement of applying for the SWR Customer and Communities Improvement Fund, over £5 million is now set to benefit local community projects.
SWR Commercial and Business Development Director Peter Williams said: “We at SWR recognise only too well the vital role that rail plays in the local as well as the national economy, and I am delighted that we have been able to further support the communities we serve through this funding."


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--Teenage woman in court for attacks and threats in Winchester

A WINCHESTER teenager must do work for the community after attacking a man .
Jessica Southam , 19 , of @ @ @ @ @ admitted attacking Jordan Blacktopp on September 17 last year .
She had denied the charge @ @ @ @ @ Southam also pleaded guilty to criminal damage to a motorbike and helmet on September 17 @ @ @ @ @ Mr Blacktopp on February 18 saying she would damage his motorbike .
Magistrates in Basingstoke @ @ @ @ @ a rehabilitation activity requirement for up to 20 hours and for Southam to do 60 @ @ @ @ @ next 12 months .
They also imposed a £90 victim surcharge and £100 costs .
@ @ @ @ @ compensation because the precise amount was unclear and it was unclear if an insurance claim @ @ @ @

Jessica Southam, 19, of Firmstone Road, Winnall, admitted attacking Jordan Blacktopp on September 17 last year.
She had denied the charge but changed her plea.
Southam also pleaded guilty to criminal damage to a motorbike and helmet on September 17.
She also admitted threatening Mr Blacktopp on February 18 saying she would damage his motorbike.
Magistrates in Basingstoke imposed a community order with a rehabilitation activity requirement for up to 20 hours and for Southam to do 60 hours unpaid work within the next 12 months.
They also imposed a £90 victim surcharge and £100 costs.
There was no order for compensation because the precise amount was unclear and it was unclear if an insurance claim had been made.


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--Food hygiene ratings – the latest in the Winchester district

FOOD hygiene inspections have recently started back up again .
As more and more restaurants , cafes and takeaways swing @ @ @ @ @ reports will continue to be published .
Here are the latest ones from the Winchester @ @ @ @

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thedailyecho--2020-09-05--Delays between Junction 8 and 9 M27

Delays between Junction 8 and 9 M27

MOTORISTS are facing delays following closures on a section of the M27 .
Traffic is currently slow between Junction 8 @ @ @ @ @ at Park Gate , with 20-minute delays for those approaching .
It comes as diversions @ @ @ @ @ M27 is closed between Junction 9 at Whiteley and 11 at Fareham .
Works to @ @ @ @ @ motorway are currently underway during the closure .
It is the latest in a long @ @ @ @ @ along the major stretch of road to transform it into a Smart Motorway .

Traffic is currently slow between Junction 8 at Bursledon and Junction 9 at Park Gate, with 20-minute delays for those approaching.
It comes as diversions are in place while the M27 is closed between Junction 9 at Whiteley and 11 at Fareham.
Works to install a footbridge on the motorway are currently underway during the closure.
It is the latest in a long list of works taking place along the major stretch of road to transform it into a Smart Motorway.


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--Products by Greggs, Holland & Barrett among latest items to be recalled

Products made by Greggs and Holland & Barrett are among the latest items to be recalled by the Food Standards Agency ( FSA ) .
We 've put together a round-up of the latest items to be urgently recalled from the shelves .
If you have bought any of the items below , do not consume them , and take them back to the place of purchase .
Greggs have recalled their Greggs frozen 2 pack steak bakes because they may contain small pieces of plastic .
The FSA said : `` The presence of plastic makes this product unsafe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exclusively sold in Iceland Stores and does not affect the products sold in Greggs . ''
Holland & Barrett recalls several of its products Holland & Barrett has taken the precautionary step of recalling several of its products containing Brazil nuts because they may contain salmonella .
The products include the following : • Best before : March 2021 , May 2021 In addition , Holland & Barrett have also recalled their Super Hair Food Supplement 60 Coated Tablets 1 A Day Formula because it contains soya which is not mentioned on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to soya .
• Best before : February and March 2023 Freshasia Foods is recalling Lamb and Carrot Dumplings because they contain crustaceans , which are not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to crustaceans .
For information can be found on the Food Standards Agency website .

We've put together a round-up of the latest items to be urgently recalled from the shelves.
If you have bought any of the items below, do not consume them, and take them back to the place of purchase.
Greggs recalls frozen Steak Bakes (2 pack) - Sold in Iceland stores
Greggs have recalled their Greggs frozen 2 pack steak bakes because they may contain small pieces of plastic.
The FSA said: "The presence of plastic makes this product unsafe to eat.
"This product is exclusively sold in Iceland Stores and does not affect the products sold in Greggs."
Product name: Greggs Steak Bakes (2 pack)
Pack size: 280g
Best before: 20 December 2020, 22 December 2020, 23 December 2020
Holland & Barrett recalls several of its products
Holland & Barrett has taken the precautionary step of recalling several of its products containing Brazil nuts because they may contain salmonella.
The products include the following:
Broken Brazil Nuts
Pack size: 100g, 300g, 400g
Batch code: 145450, 145765, 145571, 145816, 146021, 146807, 146125, 146569,147201, 145506
Best before: March 2021, May 2021
Healthy Heart
Pack size: 200g
Batch code: 146936
Best before: March 2021
Mixed Nuts and Raisins
Pack size: 200g
Batch code: 145118, 146049
Best before: October 2020, February 2021
Mixed Nuts and Raisins
Pack size: 1kg
Batch code: 145968, 146070, 146871, 147011
Best before: December 2020, March 2021
In addition, Holland & Barrett have also recalled their Super Hair Food Supplement 60 Coated Tablets 1 A Day Formula because it contains soya which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to soya.
Product details:
Holland & Barrett Super Hair Food Supplement 60 Coated Tablets 1 A Day Formula
Pack size: 60 Tablets
Batch code: 751519-01, 751519-03, 751944-01, 751949-03
Best before: February and March 2023
Allergens: Soya
Freshasia Foods recalls Lamb and Carrot Dumplings
Freshasia Foods is recalling Lamb and Carrot Dumplings because they contain crustaceans, which are not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to crustaceans.
Product details:
Name: Freshasia Lamb and Carrot Dumplings
Pack size: 400g
Batch code: 200402
Best before: 6 April 2021
For information can be found on the Food Standards Agency website.


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--PHOTOS: Did you see Princess Anne in Ocean Village?

IT IS a long-standing tradition for a new yacht to be christened with a bottle of Champagne smashed across her bows .
But the Princess Royal broke with tradition on September 5 , 2000 , by smashing a bottle of blackcurrant juice for the official naming ceremony of the Save The Children BT Global Challenge yacht in Southampton yesterday .
Crowds gathered at Ocean Village race headquarters to see the princess introduced to the 17-strong crew by skipper Nick Fenton .
She was shown around the quarters before meeting other participants , who raised more than £450,000 for the charity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The Children at the time but has been patron since 2016 .
After her tour of the yacht , she told competitors : “ The ability to work under pressure as a crew really only happens at sea when it is down to your skills and abilities .
“ We have to accept all children as individuals with skills .
All children have potential , and they should be able to reach that potential.
” She added : “ Your interest and enthusiasm to provide us with extra funds is remarkable .
”

Crowds gathered at Ocean Village race headquarters to see the princess introduced to the 17-strong crew by skipper Nick Fenton.
She was shown around the quarters before meeting other participants, who raised more than £450,000 for the charity. The princess was president of Save The Children at the time but has been patron since 2016.
After her tour of the yacht, she told competitors: “The ability to work under pressure as a crew really only happens at sea when it is down to your skills and abilities.
“We have to accept all children as individuals with skills. All children have potential, and they should be able to reach that potential.”
She added: “Your interest and enthusiasm to provide us with extra funds is remarkable.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--The Crown Inn closes after customer tests positive Covid-19

A PUB has been forced to close after a local who visited over the weekend tested positive for Covid-19 .
It was announced by The Crown Inn at King 's Somborne , Stockbridge , that the local person had visited the pub on Sunday ( August 30 ) .
The pub decided to close on Monday for `` an extra deep clean '' and is set to reopen when they are `` confident it is Covid-19 secure '' .
A spokesperson for The Crown Inn said : `` We were contacted privately by the people who tested positive and got @ @ @ @ @ @ @ They visited the pub on the evening of Sunday 30th August .
At no point have we been contacted by the Test and Trace service or any other authority .
`` We immediately closed as a precaution .
The building is being deep cleaned by an external company today .
We will open again once this has been completed .
Since we opened on 4th July we have carefully followed all the guidelines .
`` We have written risk assessments , ppe available for all staff and customers , extra cleaning and hand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ area , Test and Trace forms to be completed by one member of each group , all tables socially distanced both inside and in the garden .
`` As a small country pub it has been difficult to survive financially .
We are incredibly grateful to our loyal customers who have supported us and hope that all our preventative measures mean they will visit again once we reopen . ''
Staff at the Crown Inn closed on Thursday evening for extra deep cleaning and also said they had informed anyone who was in @ @ @ @ @

It was announced by The Crown Inn at King's Somborne, Stockbridge, that the local person had visited the pub on Sunday (August 30).
The pub decided to close on Monday for "an extra deep clean" and is set to reopen when they are "confident it is Covid-19 secure".
A spokesperson for The Crown Inn said: "We were contacted privately by the people who tested positive and got their results yesterday, 3rd September. They visited the pub on the evening of Sunday 30th August. At no point have we been contacted by the Test and Trace service or any other authority.
"We immediately closed as a precaution. The building is being deep cleaned by an external company today. We will open again once this has been completed. Since we opened on 4th July we have carefully followed all the guidelines.
"We have written risk assessments, ppe available for all staff and customers, extra cleaning and hand washing protocols, screens around the service area, Test and Trace forms to be completed by one member of each group, all tables socially distanced both inside and in the garden.
"As a small country pub it has been difficult to survive financially. We are incredibly grateful to our loyal customers who have supported us and hope that all our preventative measures mean they will visit again once we reopen."
Staff at the Crown Inn closed on Thursday evening for extra deep cleaning and also said they had informed anyone who was in close contact with others.


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--Aldi and Lidl: Here's what's new in the middle aisles this week

The latest items hitting the shelves in the middle of Aldi and Lidl on Sunday , September 6 , 2020 have been revealed by the retailers .
We 've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket .
This week , Aldi are holding a baby and toddler event as part of their Special Buys set of deals .
A Mamia Grey Wooden Highchair will be on sale for £54.99 each .
Aldi 's website states the following about the highchair : `` Invest in something that is durable , sturdy and will stand the test @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Highchair .
`` As your child grows , this gorgeous highchair grows with them , and is adjustable to fit from 6 months to approx 10 years of age , thanks to the removable tray , 3-point safety harness and bumper & harness for older children . ''
A Magic Sounds Sound Book Collection will be available to buy for £10.74 each .
The collection is described as : `` Ideal for singing along to classic songs and completing all the actions that go along with them . ''
The collection includes Humpty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ba Black Sheep , Mary Had A Little Lamb , Ring-a-Ring O ' Roses and Alphabet Song Sound Books .
`` Little ones will adore the new additions to their bookshelves , '' Aldi adds .
A Fox Hooded Baby Towel & Wash Mitt will be on sale for £3.99 each .
Aldi 's website says : `` Help little ones stay warm and cosy after a bath with this Fox Hooded Baby Towel & Wash Mitt .
`` Perfect for wrapping them up nice and dry , the lovely fox design means @ @ @ @ @ @ @ You can also be sure you get them nice and clean with the included mitt . ''
The full list of products can be found on Aldi.co.uk .
In the middle of Lidl this week , the supermarket chain have a range of bathroom accessories .
These include items such as : A Homedics Bubble Mate Foot Spa with Nail Kit for £19.99 each .
Lidl 's website state the product comes with a `` nail brush , cuticle scissors , nail cleaner , cuticle pusher , 2 bamboo cuticle pushers , emery @ @ @ @ @ @ @ storage bag . ''
A Silvercrest 3-in-1 Hair Straightening Brush will be on sale for £14.99 each .
A Sanitas Manicure & Pedicure Set will also be on sale for £12.99 each .
Plus , a Silvercrest Aroma Diffuser will available to buy for £14.99 each .

We've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket.
Aldi
This week, Aldi are holding a baby and toddler event as part of their Special Buys set of deals.
These include:
A Mamia Grey Wooden Highchair will be on sale for £54.99 each.
Aldi's website states the following about the highchair: "Invest in something that is durable, sturdy and will stand the test of time with this Mamia Grey Wooden Highchair.
"As your child grows, this gorgeous highchair grows with them, and is adjustable to fit from 6 months to approx 10 years of age, thanks to the removable tray, 3-point safety harness and bumper & harness for older children."
A Magic Sounds Sound Book Collection will be available to buy for £10.74 each.
The collection is described as: "Ideal for singing along to classic songs and completing all the actions that go along with them."
The collection includes Humpty Dumpty, Jack And Jill, Ba Ba Black Sheep, Mary Had A Little Lamb, Ring-a-Ring O' Roses and Alphabet Song Sound Books.
"Little ones will adore the new additions to their bookshelves," Aldi adds.
A Fox Hooded Baby Towel & Wash Mitt will be on sale for £3.99 each.
Aldi's website says: "Help little ones stay warm and cosy after a bath with this Fox Hooded Baby Towel & Wash Mitt.
"Perfect for wrapping them up nice and dry, the lovely fox design means they will look super-cute, too! You can also be sure you get them nice and clean with the included mitt."
The full list of products can be found on Aldi.co.uk.
Lidl
In the middle of Lidl this week, the supermarket chain have a range of bathroom accessories.
These include items such as:
A Homedics Bubble Mate Foot Spa with Nail Kit for £19.99 each.
Lidl's website state the product comes with a "nail brush, cuticle scissors, nail cleaner, cuticle pusher, 2 bamboo cuticle pushers, emery board, 2 toe separators and a storage bag."
A Silvercrest 3-in-1 Hair Straightening Brush will be on sale for £14.99 each.
A Sanitas Manicure & Pedicure Set will also be on sale for £12.99 each.
Plus, a Silvercrest Aroma Diffuser will available to buy for £14.99 each.
For more details, visit Lidl.co.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--More memories shared on new Facebook group - have you joined yet?

SINCE launching our new group We Grew Up in Southampton , more than 1,600 of our readers have joined the growing community to share their memories and images of Hampshire .
From old shops to landmarks , cinemas to nightclubs – our members have been reminiscing about it all .
We ’ ve been rummaging through our archives and have shared a plethora of images from a range of decades .
But it ’ s not just Southampton open for discussion , we ’ re encouraging those in the surrounding areas to join , enjoy and contribute too .
DO @ @ @ @ @ @ @ group on Facebook > > > These pictures were sent in by members and their memories shared .
Join today by visiting dailyecho.co.uk/wegrewupin and start feeling that wonderful pang of nostalgia !
Group member Colin Lee posted this picture of Woolston Floating Bridge in 1976 .
Jenny Batt wrote : `` I used to use it every day back in the sixties to go to work in Canute Road for Benjamin Ackerley .
My boss was a Mr Sydenham who was John Sydenham 's father who played for the Saints . ''
This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was posted by group member Colin Lee .
Jackie Hoskins wrote : `` Saturday afternoon in town ... Buy a bar of chocolate from the shop there and then catch a bus home to watch the football results on grandstand . ''
Group member Rebecca Jane Wells posted this picture and wrote : `` Mayflower park 1980s ?
Who remembers the slides that were set into the hills and the paddling pool which was a health hazard ? ''
This image of the hippos at Sainsbury 's in Lordshill was posted by group @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wrote : `` I 'd forgotten about the hippos !
Yes loved trying to get on the big one . ''
Group member Geoff Permain posted this picture and wrote : `` I was Bakery Manager at Lordshill [ Sainsbury 's ] from opening in 1977 .
I made a cake for the staff to celebrate the stores first birthday with hippos on top getting icing on their feet ! ''
This picture of the Mecca Ballroom on Royal Pier , Southampton , was posted by group member Linda Woodmore who wrote : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 70s , with the palm trees and great music '' Group member Colin Lee posted this picture of Southampton Tram No.11 arriving at Solent Sky Museum .
James Harvey wrote : `` Love this ... Great to see the Calshot Spit being looked after too ! ''
This image was posted by group member Rebecca Jane Wells .
John May wrote : `` Loved it as a kid but as an adult , realised why it had to be closed .
The peacock in that small cage is a prime example . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and wrote : `` Found this photo from 2017 when the Bargate shopping centre and car park were being demolished , I took this on my way to college for my photography assignment . ''
This picture of Woolston Floating Bridge was posted by group member Stephen Hoadley who wrote : `` There 's loads of photos of the floating bridge but here 's one from inside my uncle took just before it finished .
Who remembers the noise of the engines and the smell of diesel fumes ? ''

From old shops to landmarks, cinemas to nightclubs – our members have been reminiscing about it all.
We’ve been rummaging through our archives and have shared a plethora of images from a range of decades.
But it’s not just Southampton open for discussion, we’re encouraging those in the surrounding areas to join, enjoy and contribute too.
DON'T MISS OUT: Join our new group on Facebook >>>
These pictures were sent in by members and their memories shared.
Join today by visiting dailyecho.co.uk/wegrewupin and start feeling that wonderful pang of nostalgia!
Group member Colin Lee posted this picture of Woolston Floating Bridge in 1976. Jenny Batt wrote: "I used to use it every day back in the sixties to go to work in Canute Road for Benjamin Ackerley. My boss was a Mr Sydenham who was John Sydenham's father who played for the Saints."
This picture of the bus station in 1985 was posted by group member Colin Lee. Jackie Hoskins wrote: "Saturday afternoon in town... Buy a bar of chocolate from the shop there and then catch a bus home to watch the football results on grandstand."
Group member Rebecca Jane Wells posted this picture and wrote: "Mayflower park 1980s? Who remembers the slides that were set into the hills and the paddling pool which was a health hazard?"
This image of the hippos at Sainsbury's in Lordshill was posted by group member Rebecca Jane Wells. Vicki Makison wrote: "I'd forgotten about the hippos! Yes loved trying to get on the big one."
Group member Geoff Permain posted this picture and wrote : "I was Bakery Manager at Lordshill [Sainsbury's] from opening in 1977. I made a cake for the staff to celebrate the stores first birthday with hippos on top getting icing on their feet!"
This picture of the Mecca Ballroom on Royal Pier, Southampton, was posted by group member Linda Woodmore who wrote: "Loved going dancing there in the 70s, with the palm trees and great music"
Group member Colin Lee posted this picture of Southampton Tram No.11 arriving at Solent Sky Museum. James Harvey wrote: "Love this ... Great to see the Calshot Spit being looked after too!"
This image was posted by group member Rebecca Jane Wells. John May wrote: "Loved it as a kid but as an adult, realised why it had to be closed. The peacock in that small cage is a prime example."
Group member Kiki Officer posted this image and wrote: "Found this photo from 2017 when the Bargate shopping centre and car park were being demolished, I took this on my way to college for my photography assignment."
This picture of Woolston Floating Bridge was posted by group member Stephen Hoadley who wrote: "There's loads of photos of the floating bridge but here's one from inside my uncle took just before it finished. Who remembers the noise of the engines and the smell of diesel fumes?"


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--PHOTOS: Did you visit New Forest pony sales in the 1990s?

HUNDREDS of buyers , sellers and holidaymakers swarmed to the picturesque Beaulieu Road sale yard on August 6 , 1990 @ @ @ @ @ of the autumn run of five monthly pony sales .
The yard was alive with @ @ @ @ @ of healthy animals .
The sales still go on to this very day and the @ @ @ @ @ since the days captured in these images .

It was the start of the autumn run of five monthly pony sales.
The yard was alive with colour, bidding and scores of healthy animals.
The sales still go on to this very day and the yard has seen many improvements since the days captured in these images.


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--New group keeping local areas clean.

New group keeping local areas clean.

A new group is using their free time to clean-up local public spaces .
Mundo Limpio , which means clean world in Spanish , is the name of the new Facebook group that has been holding group clean-ups in areas of Southampton , Hamble , Warsash and Fareham .
The group page was founded by Michael Hill after he and his girlfriend lost their jobs because of the affects of the pandemic .
Michael said : `` So at the end of June after being on the furlough scheme for 3 months I lost my job due to a huge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` My girlfriend Daniela also lost her job as a waitress days later , due to the restaurant closure .
`` Having received the call at 9am I did n't want the rest of my day to be tarnished with negativity so I got myself down to the local park in Locks Heath and picked a huge amount .
`` From my posting on social media , I got excellent feedback from my personal page and also local community pages , with people wanting to help . ''
Since the page was founded @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clean-ups with several other volunteers taking part as well to keep local areas free of litter .
Michael also wants to promote good mental health as a lot of people have been struggling throughout lockdown with social isolation and a potential reduction in income .
He said : `` During the clean-ups we like to think that we help provide people with a positive purpose whilst doing discreet exercise .
`` Our clean-ups are very diverse & inclusive of all members of society , which we believe leads to a very positive atmosphere @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the group will be holding a large community cleanup at Southampton Common , to which they hope to attract over 20 people .

Mundo Limpio, which means clean world in Spanish, is the name of the new Facebook group that has been holding group clean-ups in areas of Southampton, Hamble, Warsash and Fareham.
The group page was founded by Michael Hill after he and his girlfriend lost their jobs because of the affects of the pandemic.
Michael said: "So at the end of June after being on the furlough scheme for 3 months I lost my job due to a huge down turn in the hospitality industry.
"My girlfriend Daniela also lost her job as a waitress days later, due to the restaurant closure.
"Having received the call at 9am I didn't want the rest of my day to be tarnished with negativity so I got myself down to the local park in Locks Heath and picked a huge amount.
"From my posting on social media, I got excellent feedback from my personal page and also local community pages, with people wanting to help."
Since the page was founded, there has been ten official group clean-ups with several other volunteers taking part as well to keep local areas free of litter.
Michael also wants to promote good mental health as a lot of people have been struggling throughout lockdown with social isolation and a potential reduction in income.
He said: "During the clean-ups we like to think that we help provide people with a positive purpose whilst doing discreet exercise.
"Our clean-ups are very diverse & inclusive of all members of society, which we believe leads to a very positive atmosphere."
In the coming weeks, the group will be holding a large community cleanup at Southampton Common, to which they hope to attract over 20 people.


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--Virgin Media add new feature to set top boxes (and it's good news for parents)

Virgin Media have added a new feature to their set-top boxes - which aims to bring peace of mind to parents .
The telecoms giant has added YouTube Kids to its TV platform , and is designed to be a safer place for kids to explore their interests and curiosity through online video .
Which customers can get the new feature ?
The app is available to all Virgin Media customers with a V6 set top box , and allows parents to customise the experience to suit their children ’ s needs and preferences .
This includes different content settings @ @ @ @ @ @ @ kids , and the ability to block unsuitable content .
Parents will also be able to choose which content to make available to their kids .
Virgin Media say the launch of the app will provide parents more ways to keep their kids entertained .
What else have Virgin Media said about the new feature ?
David Bouchier , Chief Digital Entertainment Officer at Virgin Media , said : `` It ’ s great to add another hugely popular app to our TV platform with YouTube Kids joining our roster of entertainment apps @ @ @ @ @ @ @ greater confidence and control of the things that their children watch .
`` This brings more age-appropriate content to our platform for our younger viewers , and adds to our already mega kids offer of popular channels and 1000 ’ s of episodes of on-demand shows . ''

The telecoms giant has added YouTube Kids to its TV platform, and is designed to be a safer place for kids to explore their interests and curiosity through online video.
Which customers can get the new feature?
The app is available to all Virgin Media customers with a V6 set top box, and allows parents to customise the experience to suit their children’s needs and preferences.
This includes different content settings for preschoolers, younger, or older kids, and the ability to block unsuitable content.
Parents will also be able to choose which content to make available to their kids. Virgin Media say the launch of the app will provide parents more ways to keep their kids entertained.
What else have Virgin Media said about the new feature?
David Bouchier, Chief Digital Entertainment Officer at Virgin Media, said: "It’s great to add another hugely popular app to our TV platform with YouTube Kids joining our roster of entertainment apps.
"YouTube Kids provides parents with greater confidence and control of the things that their children watch.
"This brings more age-appropriate content to our platform for our younger viewers, and adds to our already mega kids offer of popular channels and 1000’s of episodes of on-demand shows."


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--LETTER - Call the Midwife is just what we need

It is a curious thing that in this largely non church going population where criminals flourish undeterred either by the @ @ @ @ @ of God ( one abolished and the other unproven ) the programme called 'Call the @ @ @ @ @ popular .
Curious I say because it is full of devout nuns and has a @ @ @ @ @ .
Popular I assume because it runs for many hours a week and that must @ @ @ @ @ believe it to be popular .
Perhaps they count the numbers , I do n't @ @ @ @ @ .
Anyway , I love it and rejoice to see religion in action with no @ @ @ @ @ our throats or threaten anyone with hell .
Just human love and compassion and humour @ @ @ @ @ in this very troublesome time .

Curious I say because it is full of devout nuns and has a delightful Church of England curate.
Popular I assume because it runs for many hours a week and that must be because the programme planners believe it to be popular.
Perhaps they count the numbers, I don't know how these things work.
Anyway, I love it and rejoice to see religion in action with no attempt to thrust doctrine down our throats or threaten anyone with hell.
Just human love and compassion and humour.
Just what we need in this very troublesome time.
Brenda Knopf
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--LETTER - Debate about Southampton cycle lanes is welcome

Councillor Daniel Fitzhenry accuses Southampton City Council of making a political project out of the creation of cycle lanes when all of the politicising comes from himself .
He then as a member of the Conservative party completely rejects his own national Government 's cycling policy and instead tries to garner some cheap political support by telling readers that the new cycling strategy is completely of the councils making .
Just in case you have not enlightened yourself of your Conservative government 's policy Councillor Fitzhenry I will remind you of the facts .
The government is calling for all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Walking and Cycling Investment Strategy ” and is giving two billion pounds to local authorities to carry out this strategy with immediate effect .
The strategy calls for the immediate fast tracked creation of physically separated cycle tracks on main roads and junctions with pop up lanes being in place as swiftly as possible and within at worst the next 18 months .
The transport secretary Grant Shapps has also vowed that “ cyclists should be given priority over cars from now on ” and that “ the government will fund and work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” .
If Councillor Fitzhenry or any other local Conservative politician want to criticise and reject their own government 's national policy then so be it , but they need to take it up with the national transport secretary or even the Prime Minister who has called it “ the biggest and boldest plan ever to get people active ” .
An honest debate about the merits of cycle lanes is certainly welcome but accusations are certainly not , and as Councillor Fitzhenry points out there are elections in May that will give @ @ @ @ @ @ @ politicians .

He then as a member of the Conservative party completely rejects his own national Government's cycling policy and instead tries to garner some cheap political support by telling readers that the new cycling strategy is completely of the councils making.
Just in case you have not enlightened yourself of your Conservative government's policy Councillor Fitzhenry I will remind you of the facts.
The government is calling for all levels of Government to implement their “Walking and Cycling Investment Strategy” and is giving two billion pounds to local authorities to carry out this strategy with immediate effect.
The strategy calls for the immediate fast tracked creation of physically separated cycle tracks on main roads and junctions with pop up lanes being in place as swiftly as possible and within at worst the next 18 months.
The transport secretary Grant Shapps has also vowed that “cyclists should be given priority over cars from now on” and that “the government will fund and work with local authorities to make this happen”.
If Councillor Fitzhenry or any other local Conservative politician want to criticise and reject their own government's national policy then so be it, but they need to take it up with the national transport secretary or even the Prime Minister who has called it “the biggest and boldest plan ever to get people active”.
An honest debate about the merits of cycle lanes is certainly welcome but accusations are certainly not, and as Councillor Fitzhenry points out there are elections in May that will give local residents chance to vote for honest politicians.
T.K.Tew
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--Hundreds of dogs attend Dogstival at Burley Park, New Forest

HUNDREDS of excited dogs and their owners flocked to Burley Park today to enjoy and take part in a festival created especially for them .
Cockapoos , Golden Retrievers , Dachshunds and more enjoyed the first day of the second annual Dogstival .
This two-day extravaganza of four-legged fun was initially due to take place earlier this year but with coronavirus restrictions imposed , the pupular event had to be postponed .
Although restrictions are still imposed , Burley Park offers acres of space to explore , allowing easy social distancing for dogs and humans alike .
Extra hygiene measures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hand sanitiser stations across the festival and on-site cleaning teams in action on both days .
Hygiene measures have also been implemented by stallholders , of which there are 150 .
From dog accessories , treats , human snacks and innovative apps , there is plenty at the festival to keep everyone entertained .
Dog Furiendly founder Adele Pember was extremely pleased Dogstival was going ahead , enabling her to showcase her `` TripAdvisor for dog owners '' website that shares places people can visit with their furry friend .
She said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ miss at some points , especially seeing other festivals close , so when we heard that Dogstival was still taking place our tails were wagging .
We all feel completely safe and we ’ ve taken extra measures ourselves by offering hand sanitiser and making sure that everything is disinfected .
Satisfaction and success were similar sentiments shared by Bud 's Bites owner Mollie Edwards who also had a stall at the festival .
Her newly-founded company , inspired by pick and mix and her dog Buddy , has been popular with visitors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , we had loads of pick and mix ourselves as humans .
We saw our dog Buddy looking at us longingly but we obviously couldn ’ t give him any so we thought , ‘ why don ’ t we put together Bud ’ s favourite treats in one bag ?
’ We thought it was a bit of fun for other pooches and their owners .
`` It ’ s gone really well and we ’ ve nearly sold out .
Tomorrow we ’ re going to have to stock up a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people here as well , so it ’ s been so nice . ''
Another popular stall was Experience the New Forest ; an app created by two friends to help dog owners and non dog owners alike make the most of the New Forest .
The app brings new locations to people 's attention , encouraging them to walk their dog somewhere new or to support a small , independent cafe , amongst much more .
Co-founder Jon Richardson explained how significant the first day of Dogstival has been for the four-week-old @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` We now have around 1700 downloads .
Dogstival is a drive to raise awareness and promote those small businesses on the app . ''
Along with a plethora of stalls , Dogstival also hosts ultimate doggy thrills and high-energy challenges , including the K9 Aqua Sports Pool , agility courses and SUP with Pup .
The K9 Aqua Sports Pool encouraged dogs to launch themselves into water and bring a tennis ball back to their owner , with many enjoying numerous attempts at this wet game .
A Labrador with a variety @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the K9 Aqua Sports Pool .
Milo 's owner Emma Floyd said : `` Milo has really enjoyed himself , he absolutely loves the pool– he ’ s been in it twice now .
This is the first time I ’ ve been here as last year I had exams , so I thought ‘ we ’ re definitely going to go this year . '
'' The last day of Dogstival takes place tomorrow at Burley Park , New Forest .
Tickets are advance purchase only and are priced £13.90 for adults @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Children under six go free and concessions are available .
For more information and to purchase tickets , visit : Dogstival.co.uk .

Cockapoos, Golden Retrievers, Dachshunds and more enjoyed the first day of the second annual Dogstival.
This two-day extravaganza of four-legged fun was initially due to take place earlier this year but with coronavirus restrictions imposed, the pupular event had to be postponed.
Although restrictions are still imposed, Burley Park offers acres of space to explore, allowing easy social distancing for dogs and humans alike.
Extra hygiene measures are also in place, including multiple hand sanitiser stations across the festival and on-site cleaning teams in action on both days.
Hygiene measures have also been implemented by stallholders, of which there are 150.
From dog accessories, treats, human snacks and innovative apps, there is plenty at the festival to keep everyone entertained.
Dog Furiendly founder Adele Pember was extremely pleased Dogstival was going ahead, enabling her to showcase her "TripAdvisor for dog owners" website that shares places people can visit with their furry friend.
She said: "It was a bit hit and miss at some points, especially seeing other festivals close, so when we heard that Dogstival was still taking place our tails were wagging. We all feel completely safe and we’ve taken extra measures ourselves by offering hand sanitiser and making sure that everything is disinfected.
"It’s been a great day."
Satisfaction and success were similar sentiments shared by Bud's Bites owner Mollie Edwards who also had a stall at the festival.
Her newly-founded company, inspired by pick and mix and her dog Buddy, has been popular with visitors.
Mollie said: "During lockdown, we had loads of pick and mix ourselves as humans. We saw our dog Buddy looking at us longingly but we obviously couldn’t give him any so we thought, ‘why don’t we put together Bud’s favourite treats in one bag?’ We thought it was a bit of fun for other pooches and their owners.
"It’s gone really well and we’ve nearly sold out. Tomorrow we’re going to have to stock up a bit more. There are really lovely people here as well, so it’s been so nice."
Another popular stall was Experience the New Forest; an app created by two friends to help dog owners and non dog owners alike make the most of the New Forest.
The app brings new locations to people's attention, encouraging them to walk their dog somewhere new or to support a small, independent cafe, amongst much more.
Co-founder Jon Richardson explained how significant the first day of Dogstival has been for the four-week-old app's progress.
He said: "We now have around 1700 downloads. Dogstival is a drive to raise awareness and promote those small businesses on the app."
Along with a plethora of stalls, Dogstival also hosts ultimate doggy thrills and high-energy challenges, including the K9 Aqua Sports Pool, agility courses and SUP with Pup.
The K9 Aqua Sports Pool encouraged dogs to launch themselves into water and bring a tennis ball back to their owner, with many enjoying numerous attempts at this wet game.
A Labrador with a variety of tricks up his sleeve particularly enjoyed the K9 Aqua Sports Pool.
Milo's owner Emma Floyd said: "Milo has really enjoyed himself, he absolutely loves the pool– he’s been in it twice now. This is the first time I’ve been here as last year I had exams, so I thought ‘we’re definitely going to go this year.'"
The last day of Dogstival takes place today (Sunday) at Burley Park, New Forest.
Tickets are advance purchase only and are priced £13.90 for adults or £8 children aged six to16 years.
Children under six go free and concessions are available.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: Dogstival.co.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--Bypass Road Romsey closed

Bypass Road Romsey closed

A ROAD has now been reopened after a closure following an alleged discovery of an unexploded object in a river @ @ @ @ @ Road in Romsey due to an incident between The Cornwell Arms and A27 .
One @ @ @ @ @ Echo that a suspected unexploded shell or bomb was found in the River Test next @ @ @ @ @ Roads Policing have wrote on social media : `` Please be aware of a road @ @ @ @ @ , Romsey due to an ongoing police incident . ''
However it has been reported @ @ @ @ @ delays to motorists .
Hampshire Constabulary have been asked to comment .

Police had shut Bypass Road in Romsey due to an incident between The Cromwell Arms and A27.
One nearby resident told the Daily Echo that a suspected unexploded shell or bomb was found in the River Test next to the causeway.
Hants Roads Policing have wrote on social media: "Please be aware of a road closure on the A27/Bypass Road, Romsey due to an ongoing police incident."
However it has been reported that there are currently no delays to motorists.
Hampshire Constabulary have been asked to comment.


thedailyecho--2020-09-05--130 people in Southampton trying to claim asylum in UK

MORE than 130 people in Southampton are receiving support while they attempt to claim asylum in the UK , new figures reveal .
The Liberal Democrats have criticised the Government ’ s “ appalling and unacceptable ” system for leaving vulnerable people in limbo for many months , after the numbers waiting for an asylum decision hit a record high across the UK .
People with ongoing claims for asylum receive financial assistance and accommodation through what is known as Section 95 support , as do those whose application was unsuccessful , but who had children in their household at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 139 people were receiving Section 95 support in Southampton at the end of June – 5 % more than at the end of March .
There were five people in Eastleigh and 10 in Fareham .
There were no people receiving Section 95 support in Winchester , the New Forest or the Test Valley .
Across the UK , a record 45,769 people were getting support – 50 % more than five years previously .
Separate figures from the Home Office show the vast majority ( 72 % ) of applicants waiting for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had waited more than six months , compared to just 54 % the year before .
Applicants are prevented from claiming welfare benefits – and in most cases from working – while waiting for a decision .
Those receiving Section 95 support are given accommodation , typically in hostels or shared flats , access to healthcare , education for children under 18 , and £5.66 per day in aid .
The Liberal Democrats are calling for a new dedicated unit to speed up asylum decisions and want to lift the ban on asylum @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and giving them the chance to contribute to the economy .
Christine Jardine , an MP and the party ’ s Home Affairs spokeswoman , said : “ The way the Home Office is treating these vulnerable people is appalling and unacceptable .
“ It is leaving thousands of asylum seekers waiting many months for a decision , preventing them from working , renting a home or supporting their families.
” In Southampton , 133 people were being provided with accommodation at the end of June , while six applicants were receiving financial @ @ @ @ @ @ @ place to live .
The Home Office prevents asylum seekers from working unless their claim has been outstanding for 12 months through no fault of their own , and restricts them to jobs in which the UK has a shortage of workers .
A Home Office spokeswoman said : “ We are dealing with sustained high levels of new asylum applications which is creating pressure and the impact of Covid-19 has significantly impacted on our ability to progress asylum claims .
”

The Liberal Democrats have criticised the Government’s “appalling and unacceptable” system for leaving vulnerable people in limbo for many months, after the numbers waiting for an asylum decision hit a record high across the UK.
People with ongoing claims for asylum receive financial assistance and accommodation through what is known as Section 95 support, as do those whose application was unsuccessful, but who had children in their household at the time.
Home Office figures show 139 people were receiving Section 95 support in Southampton at the end of June – 5% more than at the end of March.
There were five people in Eastleigh and 10 in Fareham.
There were no people receiving Section 95 support in Winchester, the New Forest or the Test Valley.
Across the UK, a record 45,769 people were getting support – 50% more than five years previously.
Separate figures from the Home Office show the vast majority (72%) of applicants waiting for a decision at the end of June had waited more than six months, compared to just 54% the year before.
Applicants are prevented from claiming welfare benefits – and in most cases from working – while waiting for a decision.
Those receiving Section 95 support are given accommodation, typically in hostels or shared flats, access to healthcare, education for children under 18, and £5.66 per day in aid.
The Liberal Democrats are calling for a new dedicated unit to speed up asylum decisions and want to lift the ban on asylum seekers working, boosting applicants’ income and giving them the chance to contribute to the economy.
Christine Jardine, an MP and the party’s Home Affairs spokeswoman, said: “The way the Home Office is treating these vulnerable people is appalling and unacceptable.
“It is leaving thousands of asylum seekers waiting many months for a decision, preventing them from working, renting a home or supporting their families.”
In Southampton, 133 people were being provided with accommodation at the end of June, while six applicants were receiving financial assistance only, having found their own place to live.
The Home Office prevents asylum seekers from working unless their claim has been outstanding for 12 months through no fault of their own, and restricts them to jobs in which the UK has a shortage of workers.
A Home Office spokeswoman said: “We are dealing with sustained high levels of new asylum applications which is creating pressure and the impact of Covid-19 has significantly impacted on our ability to progress asylum claims.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Man seen brandishing knife in St Mary's Southampton

POLICE swooped on a car after a man was seen brandishing a knife in Southampton .
Officers were alerted after @ @ @ @ @ the weapon on CCTV cameras .
He was then seen getting into a car .
@ @ @ @ @ by police and four people inside were arrested .
A knife was also seized from @ @ @ @ @ released a photograph of the weapon , below , on social media .
All four @ @ @ @ @ in police custody at Southampton Central police station while further investigations were carried out .
@ @ @ @ @ incident has not been revealed but police have said it happened in the St Mary @ @ @ @ @ .
A statement released by police in Southampton said : `` The safety of our @ @ @ @ @ teams work around the clock to keep everyone safe and remove as many knives as @ @ @ @ @ ''

Officers were alerted after a man was spotted with the weapon on CCTV cameras.
He was then seen getting into a car.
The vehicle was later stopped by police and four people inside were arrested.
A knife was also seized from the scene. Officers have released a photograph of the weapon, below, on social media.
All four people arrested spent last night in police custody at Southampton Central police station while further investigations were carried out.
The exact location of the incident has not been revealed but police have said it happened in the St Mary's area of the city.
A statement released by police in Southampton said: "The safety of our communities in paramount and the teams work around the clock to keep everyone safe and remove as many knives as possible from the streets."


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Brexit lorry carpark that could be built in Southampton branded 'undesirable'

THE announcement that Southampton and Hampshire have been included in a list of areas where the government can build a Brexit lorry park has been branded `` undesirable '' by a city MP .
Labour MP for Southampton Test , Alan Whitehead , has described the announcement as `` undesirable '' and claims the move is a `` sign '' that the Government `` thinks that a no deal Brexit at the end of the year is increasingly likely '' .
The move comes after Secretary of State for Housing , Communities and Local Government Robert Jenrick gave himself new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be needed to avoid issues at England 's ports .
Both Southampton City Council and Hampshire County Council are named on a list of 29 local authorities in a statutory instrument laid before Parliament on Thursday , September 3 .
• Brexit lorry parks could be built in Southampton without consent Mr Whitehead told the Daily Echo : `` It 's also an admission that , as many of us have previously suggested , no deal Brexit will cause significant chaos to the country and to Southampton .
`` This is something that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ done their job in negotiating the terms and conditions of our exit from the EU .
`` In any case the idea that lorry parks should go ahead without consultation from local areas is an indication of desperate position the government now find themselves in .
`` Imposing Lorry parks without needing this consultation is undesirable in terms of how local areas may respond to problems created by no deal Brexit and the impact it could have on port customs clearance and queues of lorries on various parts of country '' However Conservative @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there is nothing to suggest that a lorry park will actually be needed to be built in Southampton at this stage '' .
He added : `` The Government is very sensibly planning for all possible outcomes of the trade negotiations with the EU for after the end of the transition period .
“ This includes investing £705 million in border infrastructure and new technology to ensure that goods pass through ports as seamlessly as possible.
” The United Kingdom 's withdrawal from the European Union is now less than four months away @ @ @ @ @ @ @ important part in plans to limit delays at the borders from January 1 , 2021 .
An explanatory note accompanying the instrument says : “ This Order grants temporary planning permission for development consisting of the use of land for the stationing and processing of vehicles ( particularly goods vehicles ) entering or leaving Great Britain .
`` The development must end by 31 December 2025 , and all reinstatement works must have been completed by 31 December 2026 . ''

Labour MP for Southampton Test, Alan Whitehead, has described the announcement as "undesirable" and claims the move is a "sign" that the Government "thinks that a no deal Brexit at the end of the year is increasingly likely".
The move comes after Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government Robert Jenrick gave himself new powers to construct the pens should they be needed to avoid issues at England's ports.
Both Southampton City Council and Hampshire County Council are named on a list of 29 local authorities in a statutory instrument laid before Parliament on Thursday, September 3.
Mr Whitehead told the Daily Echo: "It's also an admission that, as many of us have previously suggested, no deal Brexit will cause significant chaos to the country and to Southampton.
"This is something that shouldn't be needed had the Government done their job in negotiating the terms and conditions of our exit from the EU.
"In any case the idea that lorry parks should go ahead without consultation from local areas is an indication of desperate position the government now find themselves in.
"Imposing Lorry parks without needing this consultation is undesirable in terms of how local areas may respond to problems created by no deal Brexit and the impact it could have on port customs clearance and queues of lorries on various parts of country"
However Conservative MP for Southampton Itchen claims that "there is nothing to suggest that a lorry park will actually be needed to be built in Southampton at this stage".
He added: "The Government is very sensibly planning for all possible outcomes of the trade negotiations with the EU for after the end of the transition period.
“This includes investing £705 million in border infrastructure and new technology to ensure that goods pass through ports as seamlessly as possible.”
The United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union is now less than four months away and the lorry parks could play an important part in plans to limit delays at the borders from January 1, 2021.
An explanatory note accompanying the instrument says: “This Order grants temporary planning permission for development consisting of the use of land for the stationing and processing of vehicles (particularly goods vehicles) entering or leaving Great Britain.
"The development must end by 31 December 2025, and all reinstatement works must have been completed by 31 December 2026."


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Shell in River Test Bypass Road Romsey closure

A ROAD that was closed following a report of an `` unexploded bomb '' turned out to be a shell @ @ @ @ @ had shut Bypass Road in Romsey due to an incident between The Cromwell Arms and @ @ @ @ @ 2.30pm .
• Road closed after report of 'unexploded bomb ' found in river The @ @ @ @ @ waited for a military bomb disposal team to remove the device .
It was previously @ @ @ @ @ or bomb had been found in the River Test next to the causeway .
But @ @ @ @ @ was an 18-inch shell that was discovered by a magnet fisherman .
A spokesperson for @ @ @ @ @ They have now taken the device away having declared it safe enough to do so @ @ @ @ @ .
`` The incident was over and the road re-opened shortly before 6pm . ''

Police had shut Bypass Road in Romsey due to an incident between The Cromwell Arms and A27 on Saturday, at 2.30pm.
The road was closed while officers waited for a military bomb disposal team to remove the device.
It was previously believed that an unexploded shell or bomb had been found in the River Test next to the causeway.
But police have now revealed it was an 18-inch shell that was discovered by a magnet fisherman.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said: "They have now taken the device away having declared it safe enough to do so and will dispose of it.
"The incident was over and the road re-opened shortly before 6pm."