thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Walcott strike earns Saints a point at Wolves as unbeaten run continues

THEO Walcott ’ s first Saints goal since January 2006 was enough to stretch to seven games his side ’ s unbeaten run after a 1-1 draw with Wolves .
The St Mary ’ s academy product opened his account for the club since his loan return from Everton last month , to put Ralph Hasenhuttl ’ s men ahead at Molineux .
But Portuguese winger Pedro net came off the bench to land a leveller for the hosts .
Meaning Saints sit fifth in the table after nine Premier League games .
Saints made just one change from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ St Mary ’ s before the international break .
After recovering from a hamstring injury , Ryan Bertrand came back into Ralph Hasenhuttl ’ s line-up in place of Jack Stephens , who dropped to the bench .
There was no place for Nathan Redmond in the squad for the visitors due to a slight injury problem .
Michael Obafemi was recalled to the matchday group .
Defender Conor Coady missed his first game for Wolves since 2017 through injury .
Neto dropped to the bench with Joao Moutinho and Adama Traore coming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But it was Saints who started brightly and could have broken the deadlock within three minutes .
After a neat short-corner routine found Bertrand at the back post – he stood the ball up for Adams , with Wolves ’ s skipper for the night Ruben Neves clearing over the top .
Wolves were quick to respond as the visitors were thankful for a double save from Alex McCarthy to keep the game goalless .
After Moutinho ’ s free-kick hit the wall , Nelson Semedo 's strike from range was well parried @ @ @ @ @ @ @ got up quickly to deny Leander Dendoncker on the rebound .
Good movement from Walcott then almost got him a first Saints goal since his return on 16 minutes .
Stuart Armstrong ’ s through ball was perfect for the former England star to latch on to – only for his shot across goal to be gathered by Rui Patricio .
Saints then had a big shout for handball in the Wolves box waved away .
After Jannik Vestergaard ’ s back-post header from James Ward-Prowse ’ s free-kick had bounced in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the arm of Wolves ’ s Semedo .
But after referee Andre Marriner said play-on , VAR Paul Tierney also agreed with the man in the middle .
Pacey forward Traore showed his first moment of quality for the hosts on the half-hour mark .
He drove infield and saw his fizzing effort deflect off Oriol Romeu – but McCarthy was alert to gather .
Saints continued to move the ball around however , and they came within inches of finding an opener through Armstrong .
After Romeu ’ s drilled pass found @ @ @ @ @ @ @ perfectly timed to slide in and strike an effort , which sailed just wide of Patricio ’ s far post .
But the visitors only went in at the break level thanks to another stop from McCarthy .
The goalkeeper stuck out a right hand to tip over Daniel Podence ’ s glanced header – after the Portuguese winger was left unmarked from a free-kick .
McCarthy then denied Podence once more after the break – flying to his left to parry away after the paceman had run at Vestergaard .
But it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Walcott on 58 minutes .
After neat work from Armstrong and Moussa Djenepo in the build-up , Adams ’ s second bite of the cherry allowed him to put the ball on a plate for his strike partner to tap home .
It was Walcott ’ s first Saints goal in 5,435 days .
And he should have made it 2-0 just seven minutes later .
A sublime ball from Adams set Walcott through – but he dragged wide of the far post when looking to place it in the corner .
Wolves @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the contest and the change almost paid dividends .
After Traore burst down the right , his ball across goal found Neto with time to shoot – but Kyle Walker-Peters was on hand to block for Saints .
But Neto was to get his goal as he netted the leveller with 15 minutes remaining .
After Raul Jimenez ’ s strike cannoned off the post – the former Lazio man was on hand to tap in the follow-up and earn his side a point .

The St Mary’s academy product opened his account for the club since his loan return from Everton last month, to put Ralph Hasenhuttl’s men ahead at Molineux.
But Portuguese winger Pedro net came off the bench to land a leveller for the hosts. Meaning Saints sit fifth in the table after nine Premier League games.
Saints made just one change from the starting XI which overcame Newcastle 2-0 at St Mary’s before the international break.
After recovering from a hamstring injury, Ryan Bertrand came back into Ralph Hasenhuttl’s line-up in place of Jack Stephens, who dropped to the bench.
There was no place for Nathan Redmond in the squad for the visitors due to a slight injury problem. Michael Obafemi was recalled to the matchday group.
Defender Conor Coady missed his first game for Wolves since 2017 through injury. Neto dropped to the bench with Joao Moutinho and Adama Traore coming back into the hosts’ team.
But it was Saints who started brightly and could have broken the deadlock within three minutes.
After a neat short-corner routine found Bertrand at the back post – he stood the ball up for Adams, with Wolves’s skipper for the night Ruben Neves clearing over the top.
Wolves were quick to respond as the visitors were thankful for a double save from Alex McCarthy to keep the game goalless.
After Moutinho’s free-kick hit the wall, Nelson Semedo's strike from range was well parried by the visiting goalkeeper, who then got up quickly to deny Leander Dendoncker on the rebound.
Good movement from Walcott then almost got him a first Saints goal since his return on 16 minutes.
Stuart Armstrong’s through ball was perfect for the former England star to latch on to – only for his shot across goal to be gathered by Rui Patricio.
Saints then had a big shout for handball in the Wolves box waved away.
After Jannik Vestergaard’s back-post header from James Ward-Prowse’s free-kick had bounced in the box – the ball appeared to hit the arm of Wolves’s Semedo.
But after referee Andre Marriner said play-on, VAR Paul Tierney also agreed with the man in the middle.
Pacey forward Traore showed his first moment of quality for the hosts on the half-hour mark. He drove infield and saw his fizzing effort deflect off Oriol Romeu – but McCarthy was alert to gather.
Saints continued to move the ball around however, and they came within inches of finding an opener through Armstrong.
After Romeu’s drilled pass found Adams, Armstrong’s run was perfectly timed to slide in and strike an effort, which sailed just wide of Patricio’s far post.
But the visitors only went in at the break level thanks to another stop from McCarthy.
The goalkeeper stuck out a right hand to tip over Daniel Podence’s glanced header – after the Portuguese winger was left unmarked from a free-kick.
McCarthy then denied Podence once more after the break – flying to his left to parry away after the paceman had run at Vestergaard.
But it was Saints who grabbed the opener through Walcott on 58 minutes.
After neat work from Armstrong and Moussa Djenepo in the build-up, Adams’s second bite of the cherry allowed him to put the ball on a plate for his strike partner to tap home.
It was Walcott’s first Saints goal in 5,435 days.
And he should have made it 2-0 just seven minutes later. A sublime ball from Adams set Walcott through – but he dragged wide of the far post when looking to place it in the corner.
Wolves introduced Neto for the final 20 minutes of the contest and the change almost paid dividends. After Traore burst down the right, his ball across goal found Neto with time to shoot – but Kyle Walker-Peters was on hand to block for Saints.
But Neto was to get his goal as he netted the leveller with 15 minutes remaining.
After Raul Jimenez’s strike cannoned off the post – the former Lazio man was on hand to tap in the follow-up and earn his side a point.
Wolves: Patricio; Dendoncker, Boly, Kilman; Semedo, Moutinho, Neves (Neto, 70), Ait-Nouri; Traore, Jimenez, Podence (Vitinha, 86).
Unused subs: Marcal, Silva, Otasowie, Ruddy (g/k).
Booked: Neves, Traore.
Saints: McCarthy, Walker-Peters, Bednarek, Vestergaard, Bertrand; Romeu, Ward-Prowse; Armstrong (Diallo, 90), Djenepo (Long, 79); Adams, Walcott.
Unused subs: Stephens, Obafemi, Tella, N’Lundulu, Forster (g/k).
Booked: None.
Refere: Andre Marriner.
VAR: Paul Tierney.


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--New Covid tier system after December 2: what are the rules?

National lockdown WILL end on December 2 - but the three tier system will be back .
The system , laid out under Boris Johnson 's Covid winter plan , will be made tougher than previously , with slight changes affecting working from home , what pubs can and ca n't serve and we 'll see the Rule of Six back too .
The 10pm curfew will also be scrapped and gyms and outdoor sport will be allowed as well .
Details of which areas will be in which tiers will be set out on Thursday , Prime Minister Boris @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the major themes and what happens according to the different tiers .
The rule of six will return , with variations on whether socialising can take place indoors or outdoors depending on the tier .
In Tier 1 – medium alert – people will be able to meet in groups of six indoors and outdoors , while in Tier 2 – high alert – socialising with five others will only be allowed outdoors .
In Tier 3 , the highest alert level , groups of six will only be able to meet in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and sports courts – but not in private gardens .
Hospitality will be closed except for takeaway in areas under Tier 3 restrictions , but the rules are slightly more relaxed for Tiers 1 and 2 .
In Tier 2 , hospitality must close unless it is operating as a restaurant , and alcohol can only be served with a substantial meal .
In Tier 1 , venues must be table service only .
The 10pm curfew will be replaced with a last orders call at 10pm , and venues must close at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
In every tier , retail and personal care – such as hairdressers and beauty salons – can reopen .
Indoor entertainment venues – such as cinemas , theatres , bowling alleys and casinos – will be allowed to stay open in Tiers 1 and 2 , but not Tier 3 .
Weddings and civil partnerships can resume but with only 15 guests , though wedding receptions are banned in Tier 3 .
Thirty people will be allowed to attend funerals , but only 15 will be able to attend a wake .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ tiers for collective worship , but in Tiers 2 and 3 people must not interact with anyone outside their household or support bubble .
Gyms and swimming pools will be able to reopen in all tiers .
In Tier 1 , classes and organised adult sport can take place outdoors , but must follow the rule of six indoors .
Indoor classes and organised adult sport can not take place in Tier 2 or 3 if there is interaction with different households .
In Tier 3 , classes and organised adult sport can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ advised to avoid higher-risk contact activity .
Large events – such as theatre and spectator sport – will be permitted in Tiers 1 and 2 , but with reductions on capacity .
In Tier 3 , they will still be banned but drive-in events will be permitted .
The Government is working on a time-limited Christmas dispensation with Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland .
Mr Johnson said Christmas would not be “ normal ” this year but recognised that “ time spent with loved ones is even more precious for people of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ period of adversity .
Plans are expected to be finalised later this week .

The system, laid out under Boris Johnson's Covid winter plan, will be made tougher than previously, with slight changes affecting working from home, what pubs can and can't serve and we'll see the Rule of Six back too.
The 10pm curfew will also be scrapped and gyms and outdoor sport will be allowed as well.
Details of which areas will be in which tiers will be set out on Thursday, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said.
Here's some of the major themes and what happens according to the different tiers.
Meeting family and friends
The rule of six will return, with variations on whether socialising can take place indoors or outdoors depending on the tier.
In Tier 1 – medium alert – people will be able to meet in groups of six indoors and outdoors, while in Tier 2 – high alert – socialising with five others will only be allowed outdoors.
In Tier 3, the highest alert level, groups of six will only be able to meet in outdoor public spaces, such as parks and sports courts – but not in private gardens.
Pubs, bars and restaurants
Hospitality will be closed except for takeaway in areas under Tier 3 restrictions, but the rules are slightly more relaxed for Tiers 1 and 2.
In Tier 2, hospitality must close unless it is operating as a restaurant, and alcohol can only be served with a substantial meal.
In Tier 1, venues must be table service only. The 10pm curfew will be replaced with a last orders call at 10pm, and venues must close at 11pm, for Tier 1 and 2.
Shops, entertainment and hairdressers
In every tier, retail and personal care – such as hairdressers and beauty salons – can reopen.
Indoor entertainment venues – such as cinemas, theatres, bowling alleys and casinos – will be allowed to stay open in Tiers 1 and 2, but not Tier 3.
Weddings, funerals and worship
Weddings and civil partnerships can resume but with only 15 guests, though wedding receptions are banned in Tier 3.
Thirty people will be allowed to attend funerals, but only 15 will be able to attend a wake.
Places of worship can reopen in all tiers for collective worship, but in Tiers 2 and 3 people must not interact with anyone outside their household or support bubble.
When national restrictions end on 2 December we will return to a regional tiered approach in England.
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Gyms and exercise
Gyms and swimming pools will be able to reopen in all tiers.
In Tier 1, classes and organised adult sport can take place outdoors, but must follow the rule of six indoors.
Indoor classes and organised adult sport cannot take place in Tier 2 or 3 if there is interaction with different households.
In Tier 3, classes and organised adult sport can take place outdoors, but people are advised to avoid higher-risk contact activity.
Elite sport and live performances
Large events – such as theatre and spectator sport – will be permitted in Tiers 1 and 2, but with reductions on capacity.
In Tier 3, they will still be banned but drive-in events will be permitted.
Christmas
The Government is working on a time-limited Christmas dispensation with Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Mr Johnson said Christmas would not be “normal” this year but recognised that “time spent with loved ones is even more precious for people of all faiths and none” in a period of adversity.
Plans are expected to be finalised later this week.


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Tributes for 'beloved' man who died in M271 crash

THE HEARTBROKEN family of a `` beloved '' man who died in a crash on a Hampshire motorway have today @ @ @ @ @ Police were called to a collision involving four vehicles - a heavy goods vehicle , @ @ @ @ @ van and Citroen Relay van - on the M271 just after 8.30am on November 17 @ @ @ @ @ Citroen Relay , David Stephen Joseph Sullivan , 64 , of Eastern Road , West @ @ @ @ @ following the collision .
Paying tribute to him today , his family said : `` @ @ @ @ @ Wendy , Father to Kathryn and Tom , Stepfather to Laura , Adam and Craig @ @ @ @ @ Sophie , Jack , Ivy , Isaac and Lucy .
• M271 in Southampton closed @ @ @ @ @ crash `` He will be very sorely and sadly missed by everyone who knew and @ @ @ @ @ are continuing to make enquiries into the exact circumstances of the collision .
Anyone who @ @ @ @ @ information that may assist should call 101 , quoting the reference 44200444863 .

Police were called to a collision involving four vehicles - a heavy goods vehicle, Nissan Navara, Mercedes Vito van and Citroen Relay van - on the M271 just after 8.30am on November 17.
The driver of the Citroen Relay, David Stephen Joseph Sullivan, 64, of Eastern Road, West Sussex, was pronounced dead following the collision.
Paying tribute to him today, his family said: "Dave, beloved husband to Wendy, Father to Kathryn and Tom, Stepfather to Laura, Adam and Craig, Grandfather to Ross, Sophie, Jack, Ivy, Isaac and Lucy.
M271 in Southampton closed in both directions after serious crash
"He will be very sorely and sadly missed by everyone who knew and loved him."
Police are continuing to make enquiries into the exact circumstances of the collision.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or with information that may assist should call 101, quoting the reference 44200444863.


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Child rapes and sex assaults discovered after police visit

THE CASE against a paedophile handed a life sentence for serious sexual offences against youngsters — including rape — came to light after one of his nine victims came forward and told her mother .
Jonathan Richard Maertens will serve a minimum of 16 years after he admitted 34 sexual offences against children over the course of a decade .
Early last year , Maertens met a single mother in Southampton and , on occasions , they stayed with him at his address in Richmond Meade , Freshwater .
He also stayed with them on occasions in Southampton .
Matters @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year when the first victim , known to the court as 'Child 1 ' stayed over at his home with her mother , said Rebecca Fairbairn , prosecuting , at the Isle of Wight Crown Court today ( Monday ) .
The youngster told her mother Maertens , 35 , had touched her private parts over her clothing once and , on their return to Southampton , the police were contacted .
In the early hours of June 4 , officers visited Maertens to arrest him on suspicion of sexual assault on a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , police could see him inside his bungalow , but he refused to answer his door .
One of the officers gained entry through a window and , during the arrest , Maertens grabbed the officer 's right hand , pulling it backwards , which caused him significant pain , the court heard .
Police also discovered a sophisticated cannabis growing operation in the loft .
A lot of electronics , cash and cannabis was seized .
There were 50 plants , estimated to be worth a minimum of £4,620 .
While the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the officers saw Maertens trying to conceal some hard drives .
When he was interviewed , he denied any sexual assualt against 'Child 1 ' .
An initial inspection of a tablet seized revealed a significant number of first-generation indecent images of children .
Maertens was identified in them by his tattoos , said Miss Fairbairn .
A girl , identified as 'Child 2 ' , Maertens ' second victim , was identified from them as well .
The hard drives were analysed and immediately child abuse videos were located .
On June @ @ @ @ @ @ @ upon he was arrested on suspicion of the rape of 'Child 2 ' and possession of indecent images of children .
Additionally , police discovered a blister pack of zopiclone , a sleeping pill , bought by Maertens and not prescribed to him .
A safe was also found .
Among its contents was a video recorder , a bag containing a further 172 zopicline tablets , a pill cutter , cameras , camcorders , children 's underwear , lingerie , high heeled shoes , wigs and restraints .
He was interviewed by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said he had urges he had to control and that his mind was twisted and perverted and that he was addicted to 'poppers ' since he was aged 19 .
He admitted he would commit lewd acts on children when he was 'off his face ' with drugs or alcohol .
Martens initially denied raping 'Child 2 ' , but admitted he started abusing 'Child 1 ' straight away after meeting her mother , judge Tim Mousley was told .
He then confirmed two other victims , known as 'Child 3 ' and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ On examination of the hard drive , 9,027 movies , of Category A to C , of which 2,479 were first generation .
There were 209,380 stills , of which 12,344 were first generation .
The first-generation images and film were taken by Maertens .
The recording came from a very sophisticated set up , with recording devices set up at different locations within the room and used another camcorder to give his own eye view of the abuse and rape .

Jonathan Richard Maertens will serve a minimum of 16 years after he admitted 34 sexual offences against children over the course of a decade.
Early last year, Maertens met a single mother in Southampton and, on occasions, they stayed with him at his address in Richmond Meade, Freshwater.
He also stayed with them on occasions in Southampton.
Matters came to light on May 23 this year when the first victim, known to the court as 'Child 1' stayed over at his home with her mother, said Rebecca Fairbairn, prosecuting, at the Isle of Wight Crown Court today (Monday).
The youngster told her mother Maertens, 35, had touched her private parts over her clothing once and, on their return to Southampton, the police were contacted.
In the early hours of June 4, officers visited Maertens to arrest him on suspicion of sexual assault on a child.
However, on their arrival, police could see him inside his bungalow, but he refused to answer his door.
One of the officers gained entry through a window and, during the arrest, Maertens grabbed the officer's right hand, pulling it backwards, which caused him significant pain, the court heard.
Police also discovered a sophisticated cannabis growing operation in the loft.
A lot of electronics, cash and cannabis was seized. There were 50 plants, estimated to be worth a minimum of £4,620.
While the arrest was taking place, one of the officers saw Maertens trying to conceal some hard drives.
When he was interviewed, he denied any sexual assualt against 'Child 1'.
An initial inspection of a tablet seized revealed a significant number of first-generation indecent images of children.
Maertens was identified in them by his tattoos, said Miss Fairbairn.
A girl, identified as 'Child 2', Maertens' second victim, was identified from them as well.
The hard drives were analysed and immediately child abuse videos were located.
On June 24, police revisited Maertens, where upon he was arrested on suspicion of the rape of 'Child 2' and possession of indecent images of children.
Additionally, police discovered a blister pack of zopiclone, a sleeping pill, bought by Maertens and not prescribed to him.
A safe was also found. Among its contents was a video recorder, a bag containing a further 172 zopicline tablets, a pill cutter, cameras, camcorders, children's underwear, lingerie, high heeled shoes, wigs and restraints.
He was interviewed by officers three times that day.
Maertens said he had urges he had to control and that his mind was twisted and perverted and that he was addicted to 'poppers' since he was aged 19.
He admitted he would commit lewd acts on children when he was 'off his face' with drugs or alcohol.
Martens initially denied raping 'Child 2', but admitted he started abusing 'Child 1' straight away after meeting her mother, judge Tim Mousley was told.
He then confirmed two other victims, known as 'Child 3' and 'Child 4' and denied rape.
On examination of the hard drive, 9,027 movies, of Category A to C, of which 2,479 were first generation.
There were 209,380 stills, of which 12,344 were first generation.
The first-generation images and film were taken by Maertens. The recording came from a very sophisticated set up, with recording devices set up at different locations within the room and used another camcorder to give his own eye view of the abuse and rape.


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Coronavirus: 264 positive cases recorded across Hampshire

A FURTHER 264 positive coronavirus cases have been recorded in Hampshire .
Public Health England figures - as recorded on @ @ @ @ @ 4pm today ( November 23 ) - show that 264 more people have tested positive @ @ @ @ @ 24 hour period .
• Coronavirus : Two more deaths across Hampshire in 24 hours @ @ @ @ @ total to 24,140 cases since the start of the pandemic .
The figures come as @ @ @ @ @ .
• Lockdown restrictions WILL be lifted on December 2 The health body is now @ @ @ @ @ those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests , which are analysed @ @ @ @ @ and which made up the first stage of the Government 's mass testing programme .
@ @ @ @ @ by local authority in the 24 hours to 4pm on November 23 : • Basingstoke @ @ @ @ @ 2,259 in total since start of pandemic )

Public Health England figures - as recorded on the Government website as of 4pm today (November 23)- show that 264 more people have tested positive for the virus in a 24 hour period.
This brings the county's total to 24,140 cases since the start of the pandemic.
The figures come as testing increases across the country.
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests, which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government's mass testing programme.
Below are the confirmed cases by local authority in the 24 hours to 4pm on November 23:


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Coronavirus: Two more deaths across Hampshire in 24 hours

TWO more lives have been lost to coronavirus in the last 24 hours across Hamsphire .
Data released by NHS @ @ @ @ @ November 23 ) shows that two more people with coronavirus have died in county hospitals @ @ @ @ @ at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust , bringing the total death toll up to @ @ @ @ @ recorded at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - bringing the death toll up to 200 @ @ @ @ @ recorded across the county 's other Trusts .
At Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust , @ @ @ @ @ of 270 deaths since the start of the pandemic .
There have bee at total @ @ @ @ @ NHS Trust and 18 recorded deaths at Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust .
Across he @ @ @ @ @ a total of 716 deaths since the start of the pandemic .

Data released by NHS England at 2pm today (November 23) shows that two more people with coronavirus have died in county hospitals.
One death was recorded at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, bringing the total death toll up to 225.
One death was recorded at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - bringing the death toll up to 200.
No other deaths were recorded across the county's other Trusts.
At Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, there have been a total of 270 deaths since the start of the pandemic.
There have bee at total of three deaths at Solent NHS Trust and 18 recorded deaths at Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust.
Across he county, there has been a total of 716 deaths since the start of the pandemic.


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thedailyecho--2020-11-23--'Monster' Isle of Wight paedophile caused 'unfathomable damage'

An Isle of Wight man who sexually abused nine children has been jailed for life , with a minimum of 16 years .
Today 's news has led to an appeal by police for anyone else who is worried about past contact with Jonathan Richard Maertens , 35 , of Richmond Meade , Freshwater , to come forward .
Maertens recorded footage of himself sexually abusing female children aged between 4 and 17 .
In many cases , Maertens edited the footage and stored it on hard drives at his home .
Poliuce say that at this stage , there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ distributed any further .
The court heard the devices were seized when officers executed a warrant at his home address .
Almost 2,500 pieces of footage and over 12,000 indecent images detailing his direct offending were found on the hard drives .
In addition to this , a further 6,500 videos and 197 , 000 indecent images of children were also located .
During this investigation , a specialist team of officers have identified all the children who the defendant has committed offences against and they and their families have been provided with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guilty to 34 separate indictments including ten multiple incident counts of rape of a child under 13 ; five counts of sexual assault of a child under 13 ; three counts of taking indecent photographs of a child ; and three counts , including two multiple incident counts , of administering a substance with intent .
DI Toby Elcock , of Hampshire Constabulary ’ s Major Crime Team , said : “ Jonathan Maertens manipulated situations to facilitate access to children , including in some cases stupefying them , before recording his abuse @ @ @ @ @ @ @ damage to the girls and their families and I hope that this sentence can provide them with the justice they deserve .
Services will continue to support these children and their families so that they can start to move on with their lives .
`` Our investigation has also sought to safeguard other children that may have been in contact with Meartens .
I am therefore appealing to anyone who has concerns about their previous contact with him or has any wider concerns to contact Hampshire Police quoting Operation Foundry .
“ This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we would encourage anyone who has been the victim of sexual abuse to report this to the police . ''
Superintendent Sarah Jackson , District Commander for the Isle of Wight , said : `` The officers involved in this incredibly difficult and complex case have worked extremely hard to identify each of the victims and provide them and their families with the support they need , as well as ensuring they presented a case which saw a guilty plea , saving those involved the trauma of a trial .
`` We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seriously , and will do everything in our power to bring those responsible to justice .
`` It is so important to us that people have the confidence to report these incidents to us , whether they have happened to you or somebody you know .
It is also important to us that survivors and their families are provided with the support they need , and we work in partnership with other organisations to ensure this happens . ''
Joanne Jakymec , Chief Crown Prosecutor , CPS Wessex , said : “ Rape @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can survive .
This prosecution focused on the digital evidence available so that the brave victims did not have to attend court or relive the trauma through giving evidence .
`` We recognise that there will be a lasting impact on the victims and their families , but hope that the outcome of today 's sentence will be some small comfort .
“ The public should have confidence that people who have indecent images of children will be brought to justice .
These abhorrent crimes will continue to be investigated by our partner @ @ @ @ @ @ @ RASSO teams across the CPS .
`` I am extremely proud of the prosecution team , who worked diligently and tirelessly to deliver justice . ''
Maertens also pleaded guilty to one count of assault of an emergency worker by beating , and one of producing a controlled drug of class B - cannabis .

Today's news has led to an appeal by police for anyone else who is worried about past contact with Jonathan Richard Maertens, 35, of Richmond Meade, Freshwater, to come forward.
Maertens recorded footage of himself sexually abusing female children aged between 4 and 17.
In many cases, Maertens edited the footage and stored it on hard drives at his home.
Poliuce say that at this stage, there is no evidence that this footage was distributed any further.
The court heard the devices were seized when officers executed a warrant at his home address.
Almost 2,500 pieces of footage and over 12,000 indecent images detailing his direct offending were found on the hard drives. In addition to this, a further 6,500 videos and 197, 000 indecent images of children were also located.
During this investigation, a specialist team of officers have identified all the children who the defendant has committed offences against and they and their families have been provided with cross agency support throughout.
Maertens pleaded guilty to 34 separate indictments including ten multiple incident counts of rape of a child under 13; five counts of sexual assault of a child under 13; three counts of taking indecent photographs of a child; and three counts, including two multiple incident counts, of administering a substance with intent.
DI Toby Elcock, of Hampshire Constabulary’s Major Crime Team, said: “Jonathan Maertens manipulated situations to facilitate access to children, including in some cases stupefying them, before recording his abuse.
“His actions have caused unfathomable damage to the girls and their families and I hope that this sentence can provide them with the justice they deserve. Services will continue to support these children and their families so that they can start to move on with their lives.
"Our investigation has also sought to safeguard other children that may have been in contact with Meartens. I am therefore appealing to anyone who has concerns about their previous contact with him or has any wider concerns to contact Hampshire Police quoting Operation Foundry.
“This sentence reflects the severity of these crimes and we would encourage anyone who has been the victim of sexual abuse to report this to the police."
Superintendent Sarah Jackson, District Commander for the Isle of Wight, said: "The officers involved in this incredibly difficult and complex case have worked extremely hard to identify each of the victims and provide them and their families with the support they need, as well as ensuring they presented a case which saw a guilty plea, saving those involved the trauma of a trial.
"We take all reports of sexual assault very seriously, and will do everything in our power to bring those responsible to justice.
"It is so important to us that people have the confidence to report these incidents to us, whether they have happened to you or somebody you know. It is also important to us that survivors and their families are provided with the support they need, and we work in partnership with other organisations to ensure this happens."
Joanne Jakymec, Chief Crown Prosecutor, CPS Wessex, said: “Rape is the most traumatic crime that anyone can survive. This prosecution focused on the digital evidence available so that the brave victims did not have to attend court or relive the trauma through giving evidence.
"We recognise that there will be a lasting impact on the victims and their families, but hope that the outcome of today's sentence will be some small comfort.
“The public should have confidence that people who have indecent images of children will be brought to justice. These abhorrent crimes will continue to be investigated by our partner police forces and prosecuted by our specialist RASSO teams across the CPS.
"I am extremely proud of the prosecution team, who worked diligently and tirelessly to deliver justice."
Maertens also pleaded guilty to one count of assault of an emergency worker by beating, and one of producing a controlled drug of class B - cannabis.


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--MP likens government to Oliver Cromwell over Christmas restrictions

A CONSERVATIVE MP has likened the government to Puritan Oliver Cromwell as Britain faces restrictions on its Christmas celebrations .
New Forest West MP Sir Desmond Swayne questioned the prime minister after a Commons statement on the restrictions that will take the place of the current lockdown .
The prime minister said the UK deserved `` some kind of Christmas '' , but rules on social gatherings have not yet been finalised .
Sir Desmond asked Boris Johnson : “ The last ruler that told us how we may or may not celebrate Christmas was Oliver Cromwell .
It didn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
” Oliver Cromwell , who ruled England as Lord Protector from 1653-1658 , supported measures that sought to stop the festivities which surrounded Christmas .
Boris Johnson said : “ My right honourable friend is completely right in his basic instincts , which I share , and his fundamental libertarian yearnings , which I also share .
“ I love Christmas .
I love a big get-together .
I think the trouble is that the people of this country can see that there is a real risk that if we blow it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Christmas , then we ’ ll pay for it in the new year and they want a cautious and balanced approach and that ’ s what we will deliver for the whole UK.
” Sir Desmond ’ s concise question drew praise from deputy speaker Dame Eleanor Laing , who said : “ Can I make a plea for all members to be as brief for the right honourable gentleman for New Forest West ?
Because after two hours we ’ re not even half way through the number of people who are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ statement .
”

New Forest West MP Sir Desmond Swayne questioned the prime minister after a Commons statement on the restrictions that will take the place of the current lockdown.
The prime minister said the UK deserved "some kind of Christmas", but rules on social gatherings have not yet been finalised.
Sir Desmond asked Boris Johnson: “The last ruler that told us how we may or may not celebrate Christmas was Oliver Cromwell. It didn’t end well, did it?”
Oliver Cromwell, who ruled England as Lord Protector from 1653-1658, supported measures that sought to stop the festivities which surrounded Christmas.
Boris Johnson said: “My right honourable friend is completely right in his basic instincts, which I share, and his fundamental libertarian yearnings, which I also share.
“I love Christmas. I love a big get-together. I think the trouble is that the people of this country can see that there is a real risk that if we blow it with Christmas, with a big blowout Christmas, then we’ll pay for it in the new year and they want a cautious and balanced approach and that’s what we will deliver for the whole UK.”
Sir Desmond’s concise question drew praise from deputy speaker Dame Eleanor Laing, who said: “Can I make a plea for all members to be as brief for the right honourable gentleman for New Forest West? Because after two hours we’re not even half way through the number of people who are here hoping to ask questions in this statement.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Barton Peveril college confirms further three Covid-19 cases

A COLLEGE has confirmed that three students have tested positive for Covid-19 .
Baron Peveril Sixth Form College on Chestnut Avenue , Eastleigh confirmed the news in a statement on its website .
The news comes after the college , which has over 4,000 full time students , confirmed 12 other cases two weeks ago .
Staff say they were made aware of the three cases last week .
All three individuals were not in college at the time and as a result , no students have been asked to self-isolate .
A spokesperson said : `` The College has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it minimises the risk of students and staff catching covid .
`` It has reduced the numbers of students on site at any one point in time .
`` Whilst the government has not , up to now , required students in schools and colleges to wear face coverings in an educational environment and on college run bus services , the college has followed WHO advice and these are mandatory at Barton Peveril , apart from when settled in the classroom .
`` Extending this to classrooms is something we will continue to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the latest government guidance . ''

Baron Peveril Sixth Form College on Chestnut Avenue, Eastleigh confirmed the news in a statement on its website.
The news comes after the college, which has over 4,000 full time students, confirmed 12 other cases two weeks ago.
Staff say they were made aware of the three cases last week.
All three individuals were not in college at the time and as a result, no students have been asked to self-isolate.
A spokesperson said: "The College has followed Government guidelines carefully to ensure that it minimises the risk of students and staff catching covid.
"It has reduced the numbers of students on site at any one point in time.
"Whilst the government has not, up to now, required students in schools and colleges to wear face coverings in an educational environment and on college run bus services, the college has followed WHO advice and these are mandatory at Barton Peveril, apart from when settled in the classroom.
"Extending this to classrooms is something we will continue to review, taking account as always of the latest government guidance."


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--New Forest pair jailed for thefts from shops in Lymington

A MAN and woman have both been out behind bars for thefts in the New Forest .
At around 10.55am @ @ @ @ @ Stephen Joseph Dempsey , aged 46 , of Lower Buckland Road , Lymington , entered @ @ @ @ @ and placed a range of cosmetic products into a bag .
He was confronted by @ @ @ @ @ alerted to suspicious activity on the shop floor but refused to hand over the products @ @ @ @ @ store without paying , haven stolen products worth approximately £400 .
He pleaded guilty to @ @ @ @ @ Southampton Magistrates Court on November 23 .
Appearing at the same court today , Victoria @ @ @ @ @ also of Lower Buckland Road pleaded guilty to theft from a shop .
They were @ @ @ @ @ in prison .

At around 10.55am on Saturday November 21, Stephen Joseph Dempsey, aged 46, of Lower Buckland Road, Lymington, entered Superdrug on Lymington High Street and placed a range of cosmetic products into a bag.
He was confronted by shop staff after they were alerted to suspicious activity on the shop floor but refused to hand over the products.
Dempsey then left the store without paying, haven stolen products worth approximately £400.
He pleaded guilty to theft from a shop at Southampton Magistrates Court on November 23.
Appearing at the same court today, Victoria Tracey Peters, 30, also of Lower Buckland Road pleaded guilty to theft from a shop.
They were both sentenced to three months in prison.


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Premier League: Wolves v Saints - as it happened


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--Three deaths after drugs errors at University Hospital Southampton

THREE people have died following errors of handing out drugs at Southampton ’ s biggest hospital , the Echo can reveal .
As well as the loss of lives , University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust ( UHS ) has paid out more than £320,000 worth of compensation to patients who have suffered the consequences of medical negligence between 2016 and 2020 .
More than 10,000 medication errors were made at the Trust over the course of four years leaving 8,392 individuals suffering with the aftermath , a freedom of information has uncovered .
Of the errors made , three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people .
Despite the high numbers of errors over the four year period , more than half of them caused no harm to the patient .
The figures revealed that of the 10,887 errors , 6,395 were recorded as a near miss or negligible .
The statistics have raised concerns with a Southampton medical negligence specialist who says that drugs errors can have a “ significant , life changing impact on individuals ” .
A Southampton MP has also said the numbers are “ worrying ” and need to be “ under control @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Trust claims that a “ significant proportion ” of the errors recorded are “ record keeping errors ” .
A drugs error is `` any preventable event that may cause or lead to inappropriate medication use or patient harm while the medication is in the control of the health care professional , patient , or consumer '' .
Between 2016 to 2017 , one person lost their life as a result of a medication error at the Trust .
The statistics have revealed that the highest number of errors were recorded between January @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , 2018 , with 2,815 errors - three or which resulted in a major risk to patients , and two of which resulted in death .
One patient died after antibiotic treatment for rapidly evolving sepsis was delayed .
A second patient died following failure to prescribe Omeprazole - a medication used to treat severe acid reflux - during their admission to hospital .
Between January 1 , 2016 , and January 1 , 2017 , the UHS recorded 2,699 drugs errors .
A total of 2,672 were recorded between January 2 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and 2,701 were recorded January 2 , 2019 , to January 1 , 2020 .
Over the four year period , 2,487 errors were minor , 102 were moderate , and six were major .
During one financial year at UHS , 2.3 million prescriptions are written and 10 million doses of medicine are given to patients .
A spokesperson from UHS said that a “ significant proportion ” of the errors recorded are “ record keeping error as part of the systems process ” .
They added : “ We report @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are committed to a culture of learning and improving .
“ Designing errors out of the system – whether that be changes to training , communication techniques , re-designing packaging , using electronic systems etc , is a key tenet of that .
“ We also recognise that our staff do not come to work intending to cause harm .
“ We value and appreciate that it is our staff ’ s personal commitment to always put patient care and safety first and recognise that it is usually the context of ergonomic , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and that is our focus for improving patient safety.
” A total of 8,993 formal apologies have been issued by the Trust and 13 investigations were carried out - of which five resulted in further action being taken .
During the four year period , the Trust has paid out £326,931 in compensation to those affected by drugs errors .
Maya Sushila , medical negligence specialist at Southampton-based law firm Moore Barlow said it was important for the Trust to “ learn from their mistakes ” and “ ensure measures are put in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Echo : “ Medical mistakes and errors can have significant , life changing impacts on individuals depending on the seriousness of the mistake .
“ I have dealt with clients who have fallen foul of all types of clinical care with serious repercussions on their ability to lead a normal life from the amount of care they may require , to their inability to work and having to deal with constant pain .
“ All of my clients would return any compensation they have recovered , in a heartbeat , if they could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southampton Itchen MP , Royston Smith said the level of errors uncovered at UHS over the last four years are “ of course worrying ” .
“ I know that the Trust will be disappoint as anyone with those figures , ” he added .
“ They ’ ll be doing everything they can to learn the lessons to get those numbers down , to ensure our hospital remains as safe as possible .
“ They will also know , as I know , that every penny spent in compensation is money that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ health care .
That ’ s why we need to get these errors under control.
” MP for Southampton Test , Alan Whitehead , and MP for Romsey and Southampton North , Caroline Nokes , were both approached for a comment by the Daily Echo but they did not respond .
The Daily Echo also contacted the Department of Health and Social Care regarding the figures , but they did not respond .

As well as the loss of lives, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) has paid out more than £320,000 worth of compensation to patients who have suffered the consequences of medical negligence between 2016 and 2020.
More than 10,000 medication errors were made at the Trust over the course of four years leaving 8,392 individuals suffering with the aftermath, a freedom of information has uncovered. Of the errors made, three mistakes resulted in the death of three people.
Despite the high numbers of errors over the four year period, more than half of them caused no harm to the patient.
The figures revealed that of the 10,887 errors, 6,395 were recorded as a near miss or negligible.
The statistics have raised concerns with a Southampton medical negligence specialist who says that drugs errors can have a “significant, life changing impact on individuals”.
A Southampton MP has also said the numbers are “worrying” and need to be “under control” at the Trust.
But the Trust claims that a “significant proportion” of the errors recorded are “record keeping errors”.
University Hospital Southampton
A drugs error is "any preventable event that may cause or lead to inappropriate medication use or patient harm while the medication is in the control of the health care professional, patient, or consumer".
Between 2016 to 2017, one person lost their life as a result of a medication error at the Trust.
The statistics have revealed that the highest number of errors were recorded between January 2, 2017, to January 1, 2018, with 2,815 errors - three or which resulted in a major risk to patients, and two of which resulted in death.
One patient died after antibiotic treatment for rapidly evolving sepsis was delayed.
A second patient died following failure to prescribe Omeprazole - a medication used to treat severe acid reflux - during their admission to hospital.
University Hospital Southampton
Between January 1, 2016, and January 1, 2017, the UHS recorded 2,699 drugs errors.
A total of 2,672 were recorded between January 2, 2018, to January 1, 2019, and 2,701 were recorded January 2, 2019, to January 1, 2020.
Over the four year period, 2,487 errors were minor, 102 were moderate, and six were major.
During one financial year at UHS, 2.3 million prescriptions are written and 10 million doses of medicine are given to patients.
A spokesperson from UHS said that a “significant proportion” of the errors recorded are “record keeping error as part of the systems process”.
They added: “We report and review each case individually as we are committed to a culture of learning and improving.
“Designing errors out of the system – whether that be changes to training, communication techniques, re-designing packaging, using electronic systems etc, is a key tenet of that.
“We also recognise that our staff do not come to work intending to cause harm.
“We value and appreciate that it is our staff’s personal commitment to always put patient care and safety first and recognise that it is usually the context of ergonomic, human and system factors that cause errors and that is our focus for improving patient safety.”
A total of 8,993 formal apologies have been issued by the Trust and 13 investigations were carried out - of which five resulted in further action being taken.
During the four year period, the Trust has paid out £326,931 in compensation to those affected by drugs errors.
Maya Sushila, Moore Barlow
Maya Sushila, medical negligence specialist at Southampton-based law firm Moore Barlow said it was important for the Trust to “learn from their mistakes” and “ensure measures are put in place”.
She told the Daily Echo: “Medical mistakes and errors can have significant, life changing impacts on individuals depending on the seriousness of the mistake.
“I have dealt with clients who have fallen foul of all types of clinical care with serious repercussions on their ability to lead a normal life from the amount of care they may require, to their inability to work and having to deal with constant pain.
“All of my clients would return any compensation they have recovered, in a heartbeat, if they could have their old lives back again.”
Royston Smith, MP
Southampton Itchen MP, Royston Smith said the level of errors uncovered at UHS over the last four years are “of course worrying”.
“I know that the Trust will be disappoint as anyone with those figures,” he added.
“They’ll be doing everything they can to learn the lessons to get those numbers down, to ensure our hospital remains as safe as possible.
“They will also know, as I know, that every penny spent in compensation is money that can’t be spent in frontline health care. That’s why we need to get these errors under control.”
MP for Southampton Test, Alan Whitehead, and MP for Romsey and Southampton North, Caroline Nokes, were both approached for a comment by the Daily Echo but they did not respond.
The Daily Echo also contacted the Department of Health and Social Care regarding the figures, but they did not respond.


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--Fire crews free person from crashed car in Waterlooville

FIRE crews have been called to free a person from a crashed car .
Crews from Waterlooville , Cosham and @ @ @ @ @ car that was on its side .
Once free from the vehicle , the one @ @ @ @ @ South Coast Ambulance Service .
Police were also in attendance and say that there we @ @ @ @ @

The incident happened in Waterlooville yesterday evening.
Crews from Waterlooville, Cosham and Horndean were mobilised to the car that was on its side.
Once free from the vehicle, the one casualty was handed over to South Coast Ambulance Service.
Police were also in attendance and say that there we 'no serious injuries'.


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--Vandals attack Southampton pre-school

Vandals attack Southampton pre-school

STAFF at a city pre-school say they feel 'the children are being punished ' as the site has been vandalised again .
The outdoor summerhouse at Olive Tree Pre-School , on Olive Road in Southampton was trashed by vandals over the weekend .
Windows were smashed and bikes were thrown into a neighbouring play park .
It means that the 30 children aged 2-4 who attend , can not use the outside area as a classroom .
This is the second time the school has been targeted with its outdoor play area being hit during half term last month .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ It makes me angry every morning when I come in .
`` I 've been picking up glass this morning .
`` After last time when there was an article in the Echo , nothing had happened so I was really surprised it has happened again .
`` It is just unfair on the children .
It is just the children they are punishing .
`` They have not be able to use the area .
I have had to shut it off just in case there was any extra glass around .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ more precautions with our security which is difficult .
`` A member of the public found some of our bikes and trikes in the park and brought them back for us .
It is mindless .
It is happening on a regular basis .
`` We 've got some lovely parents that have helped us get things fixed , for that to be damaged again .
`` It is such a shame that people give up their time and it 's broken again in a matter of weeks . ''
The charity pre-school @ @ @ @ @ @ @ costs of repairs and can not afford to replace the whole summerhouse .
Emma added : `` It is not fun .
There 's nothing to take and nothing to steal that would be any use to anyone else .
People damaging it for the sake of damaging it , it is frustrating . ''
The school have put up anti-climb paint and are appealing to the public to be more vigilant if they see any suspicious activity , especially at weekends .
A police spokesperson said : `` We received a report @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 11.55pm on 22 November damage was caused to the summer house at Olive Road Pre-School , on Olive Road in Southampton .
A balance bike was also stolen .
Anyone with information is asked to phone 101 with reference 44200453282 . ''

The outdoor summerhouse at Olive Tree Pre-School, on Olive Road in Southampton was trashed by vandals over the weekend.
Windows were smashed and bikes were thrown into a neighbouring play park.
It means that the 30 children aged 2-4 who attend, cannot use the outside area as a classroom.
This is the second time the school has been targeted with its outdoor play area being hit during half term last month.
Deputy Manager Emma Green said: "It makes me angry every morning when I come in.
"I've been picking up glass this morning.
"After last time when there was an article in the Echo, nothing had happened so I was really surprised it has happened again.
"It is just unfair on the children. It is just the children they are punishing.
"They have not be able to use the area. I have had to shut it off just in case there was any extra glass around. We are having to take a lot more precautions with our security which is difficult.
"A member of the public found some of our bikes and trikes in the park and brought them back for us. It is mindless. It is happening on a regular basis.
"We've got some lovely parents that have helped us get things fixed, for that to be damaged again.
"It is such a shame that people give up their time and it's broken again in a matter of weeks."
The charity pre-school say they are struggling to cover the costs of repairs and cannot afford to replace the whole summerhouse.
Emma added: "It is not fun. There's nothing to take and nothing to steal that would be any use to anyone else. People damaging it for the sake of damaging it, it is frustrating."
The school have put up anti-climb paint and are appealing to the public to be more vigilant if they see any suspicious activity, especially at weekends.
A police spokesperson said: "We received a report that between 12pm on 21 November and 11.55pm on 22 November damage was caused to the summer house at Olive Road Pre-School, on Olive Road in Southampton. A balance bike was also stolen. Anyone with information is asked to phone 101 with reference 44200453282."


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--Eastleigh woman terrified to discover 'brutal' cat traps

A WOMAN has spoken of her terror after discovering someone had placed a trap down to capture her two cats .
Charlotte Peachey , a cat owner who lives in Beale Crescent , in Eastleigh , was ‘ terrified ’ when she found that a Gin Trap had been hidden amongst the bushes to try and catch and injure her animals .
A Gin Trap is a mechanical device that is designed to catch an animal by the leg using spring operated jaws .
The pet lover said she was putting her Christmas decorations up when she discovered the device @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ I was just putting some lights on the fence when I saw what looked like a mini bear trap and I wasn ’ t sure if it was working at the time so I used my broom to check and it then snapped shut.. “ It took both me and my partner to pry it open , and if a cat got caught in that , then it wouldn ’ t stand a chance .
“ I ’ m now absolutely terrified for all the wildlife , cats and children in this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to these lengths to injure or kill cats , this could have been sorted another way .
“ There ’ s a lot of kids in my neighbourhood , and if one of them had kicked a ball in the garden and wondered what the devices were , they could have lost their finger , it ’ s so dangerous .
Upon discovering the traps , Charlotte got in touch with the RSPCA , as well as police , who came out and seized them .
An RSPCA spokesperson said : “ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and use of all snares and any trap which causes suffering because they cause unacceptable suffering to both the target species and other non-target species which fall victim to them.
” Although happy that the devices were seized , Charlotte now wants more to be done to stop people buying and using these traps and is starting a petition to try and do just that .
She said : “ It ’ s not illegal to own the traps , it ’ s just illegal to use them , but if you were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then it would solve the issue.
” The petition is going live in the next few days , and Charlotte says she just wants to get enough signatures to have it looked at .

Charlotte Peachey, a cat owner who lives in Beale Crescent, in Eastleigh, was ‘terrified’ when she found that a Gin Trap had been hidden amongst the bushes to try and catch and injure her animals.
A Gin Trap is a mechanical device that is designed to catch an animal by the leg using spring operated jaws.
The pet lover said she was putting her Christmas decorations up when she discovered the device, on Saturday.
She said: “I was just putting some lights on the fence when I saw what looked like a mini bear trap and I wasn’t sure if it was working at the time so I used my broom to check and it then snapped shut..
“It took both me and my partner to pry it open, and if a cat got caught in that, then it wouldn’t stand a chance.
“I’m now absolutely terrified for all the wildlife, cats and children in this area.
“This person has gone to these lengths to injure or kill cats, this could have been sorted another way.
“There’s a lot of kids in my neighbourhood, and if one of them had kicked a ball in the garden and wondered what the devices were, they could have lost their finger, it’s so dangerous.
Upon discovering the traps, Charlotte got in touch with the RSPCA, as well as police, who came out and seized them.
An RSPCA spokesperson said: “We are opposed to the manufacture, sale and use of all snares and any trap which causes suffering because they cause unacceptable suffering to both the target species and other non-target species which fall victim to them.”
Although happy that the devices were seized, Charlotte now wants more to be done to stop people buying and using these traps and is starting a petition to try and do just that.
She said: “It’s not illegal to own the traps, it’s just illegal to use them, but if you were to ban the buying and selling, then it would solve the issue.”
The petition is going live in the next few days, and Charlotte says she just wants to get enough signatures to have it looked at.


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--Four men arrested in connection with Odiham cannabis factory

POLICE have made four arrests in connection with a suspected cannabis factory .
A warrant was executed at a property @ @ @ @ @ around 4pm last Tuesday .
Around 180 plants were said to have been recovered .
@ @ @ @ @ Saturday in connection to the factory .
All four have been released under investigation and @ @ @ @ @ police spokesperson said : `` Every call you make to us is logged and helps @ @ @ @ @ picture about what might be happening in your community .
`` This allows us to @ @ @ @ @ neighbourhoods from harm .
`` If you can help , you can call 101 or @ @ @ @ @ online .
`` You can also ring Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 . ''

A warrant was executed at a property in Potbridge, Odiham at around 4pm last Tuesday.
Around 180 plants were said to have been recovered.
Officers arrested four men on Saturday in connection to the factory.
A 22 year old man from Hadley Wood, Barnet.
A 26 year old man from Wood Green, London
A 27 year old man from Wood Green, London
A 33 year old man from Whetstone, London
All four have been released under investigation and enquiries are ongoing.
A police spokesperson said: "Every call you make to us is logged and helps us build up an intelligence picture about what might be happening in your community.
"This allows us to take action and prevent your neighbourhoods from harm.
"If you can help, you can call 101 or go to www.hampshire.police.uk and report online.
"You can also ring Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--Planning chiefs studying proposal to convert Cloud Hotel.

PLANNING chiefs are studying proposals to turn one of the New Forest 's best-known hotels into a B & B .
Documents submitted by Christopher Legg , owner of the award-winning Cloud Hotel in Meerut Road , Brockenhurst , say the establishment is not a viable business in its present form .
Mr Legg is seeking planning permission to reduce the number of rooms , which currently number 17 .
The application includes a design and access statement which says the scheme will allow Mr Legg to scale down the hotel and run the business more efficiently as a bed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The restaurant , hotel kitchen and lounge can also be reduced to suit the remaining rooms and operate as a tearoom rather than a full restaurant .
`` The work will also provide an opportunity to remove the various rear additions that have been added over time . ''
The statement describes the Cloud Hotel as a `` struggling business '' where employment has been reduced to a minimum .
It adds : `` Downsizing the hotel will enable the business to remain in operation . ''
• New Forest hotelier Avril Owton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ establishment was previously run by Avril Owton , a former Tiller Girl who performed at the London Palladium alongside the likes of Judy Garland , Cilla Black and Bruce Forsyth .
Her business career began in the 1970s , when her husband Tom took over the hotel .
After he died in 1991 she updated the building and saw her investment pay off .
Profits soared by 800 % and in 1995 she was named Hampshire Businesswoman of the Year .
In 2016 she hosted a celebration to mark her four decades at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time Cllr Alison Hoare , then chairman of New Forest District Council , said : “ Avril is the most inspiring woman I have ever met.
” Referring to Tom Owton ’ s death she added : “ When the worst possible thing happened she rolled up her sleeves and turned The Cloud into the wonderful , award-winning hotel it is today.
” Mr Legg said the downturn of the business started about ten years ago as tastes changed .
He said more people were eating out at venues such as farm shops @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was also more demand for serviced accommodation , including holiday cottages .
Mr Legg added : `` We will be returning The Cloud to it ’ s former self - four cottages , a B & B and tearooms .
`` The changes we plan were conceived at least a year ago , long before Covid . ''

Documents submitted by Christopher Legg, owner of the award-winning Cloud Hotel in Meerut Road, Brockenhurst, say the establishment is not a viable business in its present form.
Mr Legg is seeking planning permission to reduce the number of rooms, which currently number 17.
The application includes a design and access statement which says the scheme will allow Mr Legg to scale down the hotel and run the business more efficiently as a bed and breakfast.
It adds: "The restaurant, hotel kitchen and lounge can also be reduced to suit the remaining rooms and operate as a tearoom rather than a full restaurant.
"The work will also provide an opportunity to remove the various rear additions that have been added over time."
The statement describes the Cloud Hotel as a "struggling business" where employment has been reduced to a minimum.
It adds: "Downsizing the hotel will enable the business to remain in operation."
The establishment was previously run by Avril Owton, a former Tiller Girl who performed at the London Palladium alongside the likes of Judy Garland, Cilla Black and Bruce Forsyth.
Her business career began in the 1970s, when her husband Tom took over the hotel.
After he died in 1991 she updated the building and saw her investment pay off. Profits soared by 800% and in 1995 she was named Hampshire Businesswoman of the Year.
In 2016 she hosted a celebration to mark her four decades at the Cloud Hotel.
Speaking at the time Cllr Alison Hoare, then chairman of New Forest District Council, said: “Avril is the most inspiring woman I have ever met.”
Referring to Tom Owton’s death she added: “When the worst possible thing happened she rolled up her sleeves and turned The Cloud into the wonderful, award-winning hotel it is today.”
Mr Legg said the downturn of the business started about ten years ago as tastes changed.
He said more people were eating out at venues such as farm shops, garden centres and tearooms. There was also more demand for serviced accommodation, including holiday cottages.
Mr Legg added: "We will be returning The Cloud to it’s former self - four cottages, a B&B and tearooms.
"The changes we plan were conceived at least a year ago, long before Covid."


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--Southampton council says postal voting 'safest' during pandemic

IT HAS infuriated incumbent president Donald Trump and contributed to make this year ’ s American election one of the most talked about ever .
But in a few months Sotonians might put themselves in the shoes of many Americans and cast their votes by post .
Residents are indeed expected to head to the polls on May 6 , 2021 .
But as the world continues its fight against Coronavirus , civic chiefs in Southampton are calling for an opt-out system of postal voting .
This would mean that by default residents would be able to cast their votes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to vote at a polling station would still be able to do so .
The dispute over the expansion of the postal voting system and Mr Trump ’ s claims that it leads to widespread fraud have dominated headlines in America for months - despite absolutely no evidence to back up this claim whatsoever .
But while the row in the United States continues , in Southampton city leaders have spoken in favour of postal voting saying it would allow people to vote safely .
Council leader Christopher Hammond said the city council @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sacrosanct ” and elections held in Southampton “ must be free , fair and easy to participate in ” .
He added : “ The upcoming local election will be like no other .
Set during the worst global pandemic in nearly 100 years , it will require changes to proceed safely .
Although we recognise that there are different ways to vote , the most convenient way is to register for a postal vote and vote at home .
Whilst we do publicise this option , it is not widely known that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ requests it.
” He called on the government and the Electoral Commission to consider the option of an opt-out system .
But Chloe Smith , minister of state for the constitution and devolution , said that following analysis work it is her view that polls can be delivered safely .
She added : “ I believe there is no necessity for significant changes such as imposing an all-postal vote or changing polling days or times .
The UK Government remains of the view that all-postal voting increases fraud risks , and removes choice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vote in person .
I am considering a potential smaller change to legislation to support electors with absent voting .
An update on this will be provided in due course.
” The Tories in the city said they will await for further government guidance .
The Electoral Commission said research shows that most voters are likely to want to continue voting in-person despite the pandemic .
But in a statement it added : “ But absent voting gives voters choice , so is likely to play an important role in delivering elections during @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that are thinking about voting by post , to apply now .
This will make sure the application is processed early , and the postal vote can be sent to them more quickly once the candidates for the elections are confirmed.
” The news comes as this year ’ s elections were cancelled due to the pandemic .
The city council has confirmed it has started preparations to ensure residents can cast their votes safely .

But in a few months Sotonians might put themselves in the shoes of many Americans and cast their votes by post.
Residents are indeed expected to head to the polls on May 6, 2021.
But as the world continues its fight against Coronavirus, civic chiefs in Southampton are calling for an opt-out system of postal voting.
This would mean that by default residents would be able to cast their votes by post.
But those who wish to vote at a polling station would still be able to do so.
The dispute over the expansion of the postal voting system and Mr Trump’s claims that it leads to widespread fraud have dominated headlines in America for months - despite absolutely no evidence to back up this claim whatsoever.
But while the row in the United States continues, in Southampton city leaders have spoken in favour of postal voting saying it would allow people to vote safely.
Council leader Christopher Hammond said the city council recognises that the democratic process is “sacrosanct” and elections held in Southampton “must be free, fair and easy to participate in”.
He added: “The upcoming local election will be like no other. Set during the worst global pandemic in nearly 100 years, it will require changes to proceed safely. Although we recognise that there are different ways to vote, the most convenient way is to register for a postal vote and vote at home. Whilst we do publicise this option, it is not widely known that postal voting is available to anyone who requests it.”
He called on the government and the Electoral Commission to consider the option of an opt-out system.
But Chloe Smith, minister of state for the constitution and devolution, said that following analysis work it is her view that polls can be delivered safely.
She added: “I believe there is no necessity for significant changes such as imposing an all-postal vote or changing polling days or times. The UK Government remains of the view that all-postal voting increases fraud risks, and removes choice from voters who wish to cast their vote in person. I am considering a potential smaller change to legislation to support electors with absent voting. An update on this will be provided in due course.”
The Tories in the city said they will await for further government guidance.
The Electoral Commission said research shows that most voters are likely to want to continue voting in-person despite the pandemic.
But in a statement it added: “But absent voting gives voters choice, so is likely to play an important role in delivering elections during the pandemic. We encourage those voters that are thinking about voting by post, to apply now. This will make sure the application is processed early, and the postal vote can be sent to them more quickly once the candidates for the elections are confirmed.”
The news comes as this year’s elections were cancelled due to the pandemic.
The city council has confirmed it has started preparations to ensure residents can cast their votes safely.


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--LETTER - A long queue on M27 to get into Rownhams Services

So there are currently 35,000 public electric charging points in the UK and 40,400,000 vehicles on UK 's roads .
@ @ @ @ @ point for every 1,150 vehicles .
There 's going to be a very long queue @ @ @ @ @ get into Rownham 's motorway services to recharge .
Yet another `` world breaking '' @ @ @ @ @ , no substance .


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--Man to be sentenced after arranging to meet a child for sexual activity

A MAN will be sentenced for trying to meet a child at a Sutton Scotney service station for sexual activity .
Lance Baynes appeared at Winchester Crown Court yesterday having previously pleaded guilty to the offence which took place on August 21 this year .
Officers from Hampshire police ’ s Internet Child Abuse Team previously charged Baynes after he had arranged to meet a child for sexual activity at the services on the A34 .
During the hearing , Baynes pleaded guilty to further charges which all took place in Staffordshire .
He admitted to communicating with a child @ @ @ @ @ @ @ contacting others on social media for indecent images of children .
The 47-year-old also pleaded guilty to making 1,430 indecent images of children of categories A , B and C between January 30 and August 22 this year , along with distributing 20 indecent images of children between June 15 and August 21 , 2020 .
Baynes , of Cedar Close , Walsall , was due to be sentenced today but a pre-sentence report previously ordered by the court had yet to be carried out .
He will appear at the same court @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all charges .
Judge Hill , Assistant Judge Advocate General , said : “ You will be sentenced then and that will be finality for you then .
”

Lance Baynes appeared at Winchester Crown Court yesterday having previously pleaded guilty to the offence which took place on August 21 this year.
Officers from Hampshire police’s Internet Child Abuse Team previously charged Baynes after he had arranged to meet a child for sexual activity at the services on the A34.
During the hearing, Baynes pleaded guilty to further charges which all took place in Staffordshire.
He admitted to communicating with a child for sexual gratification on June 15 and contacting others on social media for indecent images of children.
The 47-year-old also pleaded guilty to making 1,430 indecent images of children of categories A, B and C between January 30 and August 22 this year, along with distributing 20 indecent images of children between June 15 and August 21, 2020.
Baynes, of Cedar Close, Walsall, was due to be sentenced today but a pre-sentence report previously ordered by the court had yet to be carried out.
He will appear at the same court on December 22 to be sentenced on all charges.
Judge Hill, Assistant Judge Advocate General, said: “You will be sentenced then and that will be finality for you then.”
Baynes was remanded back into custody.


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--P&O Cruises extends pause in operations due to uncertainty

A CRUISE line has extended its pause in operations due to current uncertainty at European Ports .
P & O @ @ @ @ @ pause until April 2021 .
The company says that this is because of 'ever changing @ @ @ @ @ and the varying regulations in many European ports of call .
All guests with bookings @ @ @ @ @ due to be notified and the Cruise line says they will automatically receive an enhanced @ @ @ @ @ or alternatively a 100 % refund by filling out a web form .
P & @ @ @ @ @ said : “ With hopeful news headlines clearly we do not want to extend our @ @ @ @ @ than absolutely necessary .
“ As the final payments are due for these cruises very @ @ @ @ @ the right thing to do for our guests .
“ We are so sorry to @ @ @ @ @ to travel but really hope they will re-book for later in the year or for @ @ @ @ @ holidays .
”

P&O Cruises has now extended the pause until April 2021.
The company says that this is because of 'ever changing' guidance around international travel and the varying regulations in many European ports of call.
All guests with bookings on a cancelled cruise are due to be notified and the Cruise line says they will automatically receive an enhanced 125% Future Cruise Credit or alternatively a 100% refund by filling out a web form.
P&O Cruises president Paul Ludlow said: “With hopeful news headlines clearly we do not want to extend our pause in operations any further than absolutely necessary.
“As the final payments are due for these cruises very soon we felt it was the right thing to do for our guests.
“We are so sorry to disappoint those who were due to travel but really hope they will re-book for later in the year or for our new programme of 2022 holidays.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--Two men arrested on suspicion of hare coursing in Whitchurch

POLICE have arrested two men on suspicion of hare coursing .
The incident happened in a field in Whitchurch , @ @ @ @ @ received reports of trespassers in the field at around 10.15am .
• Four men arrested @ @ @ @ @ factory A 22 year old man from Gillingham in Dorset and a 31 year old @ @ @ @ @ , were arrested on suspicion of hare coursing .
Hare coursing involves the pursuit of @ @ @ @ @ chase the hare by sight and not scent .
Both men have been released under @ @ @ @ @ .
A vehicle and two dogs were also seized by police officers .
Police say @ @ @ @ @ cared for in a secure location .

The incident happened in a field in Whitchurch, Hampshire on Sunday.
Officers received reports of trespassers in the field at around 10.15am.
A 22 year old man from Gillingham in Dorset and a 31 year old man from Salisbury, Wiltshire, were arrested on suspicion of hare coursing.
Hare coursing involves the pursuit of hares using dogs, which chase the hare by sight and not scent.
Both men have been released under investigation while enquiries are ongoing.
A vehicle and two dogs were also seized by police officers.
Police say the dogs are now being cared for in a secure location.


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--Traffic in both directions after crashes on M27 near Fareham

UPDATE : All lanes have now been cleared and delays are easing .
TRAFFIC is building on the M27 after @ @ @ @ @ Lanes one and two are currently blocked on the Eastbound carriageway between Fareham ( J11/A27 @ @ @ @ @ J12/M275 ) .
This is down to an earlier crash with heavy delays building .
@ @ @ @ @ on the Westbound carriageway between Fareham ( J10/A32 ) and Park Gate ( J9/A27 ) @ @ @ @ @ by this and delays reached half an hour at one point .
The Westbound incident @ @ @ @ @ and delays are easing .
# M27 # Fareham # Portsmouth eastbound - lanes 1 @ @ @ @ @ J11/A27 # Fareham and J12/ # M275 # PortSolent due to an RTI , heavy @ @ @ @ @ — ROMANSE ( @ ROMANSE ) November 24 , 2020 # M27 # Fareham westbound @ @ @ @ @ CLEARED between J10/A32 # Fareham and J9/A27 # ParkGate due to an earlier RTI , @ @ @ @ @ — ROMANSE ( @ ROMANSE ) November 24 , 2020

TRAFFIC is building on the M27 after crashes on both carriageways.
Lanes one and two are currently blocked on the Eastbound carriageway between Fareham (J11/A27) and Port Solent (J12/M275).
This is down to an earlier crash with heavy delays building.
This follows a seperate crash on the Westbound carriageway between Fareham (J10/A32) and Park Gate (J9/A27).
One lane was blocked by this and delays reached half an hour at one point.
The Westbound incident has now been cleared, and delays are easing.


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--Man charged with drink driving after arrest in Southampton

A MAN is due to appear in court after being arrested for drink driving in Southampton .
Paul Ward , @ @ @ @ @ , Southampton was arrested after being stopped on Woodmill Lane last Friday .
He has @ @ @ @ @ the drink-drive limit .
Ward is now due to appear at Southampton Magistrates Court on @ @ @

Paul Ward, 59, of Laundry Road, Southampton was arrested after being stopped on Woodmill Lane last Friday.
He has been charged with driving over the drink-drive limit.
Ward is now due to appear at Southampton Magistrates Court on December 22.


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--Digger used to destroy Chandler's Ford skate park

A DIGGER , 'stolen ' from a nearby construction site , has been used to vandalise a 'popular ' skate park .
The Freespace skate park in Chandler 's Ford is said to have been damaged at around midnight on Sunday .
Eastleigh Borough Council said the vandals stole a digger from the nearby Village Hotel development before causing 'considerable damage and destruction ' .
This comes after a car was dumped and burned at the same skate park in September .
• PHOTOS : Burned out car dumped at Freespace skate park in Eastleigh Police were called to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Eastleigh Local Area Committee Councillor Tina Campbell said : “ This is an appalling and mindless act of vandalism that has ruined this popular skate park that will now have to remain closed for some time .
`` It could also result in a significant repair bill for local taxpayers of between £50,000 to £100,000 .
`` I would strongly urge anyone who witnessed or has any information about this incident to please contact the Police on 101 or contact the Council on 023 8068 8000.
” The Council has now closed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ removed .
Work is now set to start on repairing and restoring the community skate park .
A spokesperson said : `` The digger is suspected to have been stolen from a construction site on Bournemouth Road .
`` Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 , quoting 44200452971 . ''

The Freespace skate park in Chandler's Ford is said to have been damaged at around midnight on Sunday.
Eastleigh Borough Council said the vandals stole a digger from the nearby Village Hotel development before causing 'considerable damage and destruction'.
This comes after a car was dumped and burned at the same skate park in September.
Police were called to the incident at 10.22am yesterday morning.
Chair of Eastleigh Local Area Committee Councillor Tina Campbell said: “This is an appalling and mindless act of vandalism that has ruined this popular skate park that will now have to remain closed for some time.
"It could also result in a significant repair bill for local taxpayers of between £50,000 to £100,000.
"I would strongly urge anyone who witnessed or has any information about this incident to please contact the Police on 101 or contact the Council on 023 8068 8000.”
The Council has now closed the facility and the digger has been removed.
Work is now set to start on repairing and restoring the community skate park.
Police enquiries are currently ongoing.
A spokesperson said: "The digger is suspected to have been stolen from a construction site on Bournemouth Road.
"Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting 44200452971."


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--Cage fighter Caidan Emsley beaten with golf club

A CAGE fighter was left with a fractured jaw after a Facebook argument spiralled out of control .
Luke Self and two other men “ bundled into a car ” and drove to confront MMA fighter Caidan Emsley .
The athlete was hit over the head with a golf club from behind and then kicked and punched while on the ground , a court heart .
Caidan “ staggered away ” from the scene of the fight at Fordingbridge roundabout and was found lying nearby by police on the night of January 5 last year .
• Takeaway staff speak @ @ @ @ @ @ @ House in Southampton Self , 25 , of Elm Crescent , Hythe , had been drinking since lunch time when a dispute erupted on Facebook between him and Caidan about Foster ’ s lager being a “ women ’ s beer ” .
Details of the incident were revealed when the father-to-be appeared at Southampton Crown Court for sentencing .
He had previously been convicted by a jury of grievous bodily harm following a trial at the same court .
The court heard when he was interviewed by police ten days after the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Mr Recorder Richard Onslow slammed him for his “ stupid lies ” .
• Driver who caused head-on collision was 'distracted by a bag of Frazzles' Self has no previous convictions and had been of good character .
Defending , Tom Horder , argued that Caidan had threatened Self and his family over Facebook .
He added that his client plays an important role in his father ’ s car recovery business and that his girlfriend is expecting a child .
Mr Horder added that Self had been egged on by his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for their involvement .
During sentencing , Recorder Onslow said that Self ’ s offence crossed the custody threshold .
However , he mentioned the prospect for rehabilitation and how Self ’ s father and girlfriend were dependant on him .
He jailed him for two years , suspended for two years .
Self was ordered to complete 150 hours of unpaid work , 30 days of rehabilitation .
He must also pay his victim £1,000 in compensation .

Luke Self and two other men “bundled into a car” and drove to confront MMA fighter Caidan Emsley.
The athlete was hit over the head with a golf club from behind and then kicked and punched while on the ground, a court heart.
Caidan “staggered away” from the scene of the fight at Fordingbridge roundabout and was found lying nearby by police on the night of January 5 last year.
Self, 25, of Elm Crescent, Hythe, had been drinking since lunch time when a dispute erupted on Facebook between him and Caidan about Foster’s lager being a “women’s beer”.
Details of the incident were revealed when the father-to-be appeared at Southampton Crown Court for sentencing.
He had previously been convicted by a jury of grievous bodily harm following a trial at the same court.
The court heard when he was interviewed by police ten days after the attack he denied all knowledge of it.
Mr Recorder Richard Onslow slammed him for his “stupid lies”.
Self has no previous convictions and had been of good character.
Defending, Tom Horder, argued that Caidan had threatened Self and his family over Facebook. He added that his client plays an important role in his father’s car recovery business and that his girlfriend is expecting a child.
Mr Horder added that Self had been egged on by his friends - neither of who were convicted for their involvement.
During sentencing, Recorder Onslow said that Self’s offence crossed the custody threshold.
However, he mentioned the prospect for rehabilitation and how Self’s father and girlfriend were dependant on him.
He jailed him for two years, suspended for two years. Self was ordered to complete 150 hours of unpaid work, 30 days of rehabilitation.
He must also pay his victim £1,000 in compensation.


thedailyecho--2020-11-24--LETTER - Southampton's Bargate Quarter resembles a bomb site

Of course it ’ s good to see this area redeveloped , as it has outlived its usefulness .
Have @ @ @ @ @ restaurants are closing everywhere at unprecedent levels .
Would it not be more logical , @ @ @ @ @ a conference centre , which could be used for exhibitions , as a concert venue @ @ @ @ @ as a staging point for cruise ships if needed .
Also perhaps a high viewing @ @ @ @ @ of ships and the New Forest beyond .
After all , we need to attract @ @ @ @ @ hotels .
But before this though , how about finishing the Bargate Quarter that currently @ @ @ @ @ It also proudly proclaims , embarrassingly that it will open in 2019 .
Is it @ @ @ @ @ send someone down to blank that message out ?

However shops and restaurants?
Have planners not noticed shops and restaurants are closing everywhere at unprecedent levels.
Would it not be more logical, and profitable to instead have a conference centre, which could be used for exhibitions, as a concert venue, etc, and even as a staging point for cruise ships if needed.
Also perhaps a high viewing point to allow a view of ships and the New Forest beyond.
After all, we need to attract tourists to fill all these hotels.
But before this though, how about finishing the Bargate Quarter that currently resembles a bomb site.
It also proudly proclaims, embarrassingly that it will open in 2019.
Is it beyond the council to even send someone down to blank that message out?
Malc Lovejoy
Southmpton