thedailyecho--2020-02-21--Jo Brand to try out new material at Winchester warm-up show

JO Brand takes to the road this month trying out new material along with her special guest Andy Robinson .
Her sold out show is at Theatre Royal Winchester on Thursday .
Long established as one of the UK ’ s best comics , Jo Brand is the star and writer of Getting On , the BBC ’ s BAFTA award-winning series set on a hospital ’ s geriatric ward , which was partly inspired by her earlier career in nursing .
Other television credits include : Great British Bake Off : Extra Slice ( BBC ) , Taskmaster ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ For You ( BBC One ) and Would I Lie to You ( BBC One ) .
Jo has written several highly acclaimed best-selling books Can ’ t Stand Up For Sitting Down , Look Back In Hunger and The More You Ignore Me .
2018 saw her sitcom Damned air on Channel 4 and the release of her film , The More You Ignore Me .
The comedian and TV personality known for her dry sense of humour .
In 1993 , Brand transitioned into mainstream television and became a resident panellist @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Drain .
Since then her TV career has continued to blossom and she ’ s won four British Comedy Awards and a Bafta for her sitcom Getting On .
If that wasn ’ t enough , Brand became an unlikely fitness hero when she completed a 150-mile coast walk for Sport Relief in 2016 .
She recently reprised her role on The Great British Bake Off : An Extra Slice on Channel 4 - as well as appearing in Taskmaster .
Andy Robinson won Best Club Night in the Midlands in the 2015 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2014 ’ s Best Act and Best Compere at the Midlands Comedy Awards .
He has also worked as a warm-up artist for shows such as Never Mind The Buzzcocks , Shooting Stars , Later with Jools Holland , Friday Night with Jonathan Ross as well dozens of others .
Andy has been the support act for Sean Lock , Rich Hall and Paddy McGuiness .
He is Jo Brand ’ s regular support act , and has worked with her for the past ten years .

Her sold out show is at Theatre Royal Winchester on Thursday.
Long established as one of the UK’s best comics, Jo Brand is the star and writer of Getting On, the BBC’s BAFTA award-winning series set on a hospital’s geriatric ward, which was partly inspired by her earlier career in nursing.
Other television credits include: Great British Bake Off: Extra Slice (BBC), Taskmaster (Dave), Have I Got News For You (BBC One) and Would I Lie to You (BBC One).
Jo has written several highly acclaimed best-selling books Can’t Stand Up For Sitting Down, Look Back In Hunger and The More You Ignore Me. 2018 saw her sitcom Damned air on Channel 4 and the release of her film, The More You Ignore Me.
The comedian and TV personality known for her dry sense of humour.
In 1993, Brand transitioned into mainstream television and became a resident panellist on BBC comedy panel show the Brain Drain.
Since then her TV career has continued to blossom and she’s won four British Comedy Awards and a Bafta for her sitcom Getting On.
If that wasn’t enough, Brand became an unlikely fitness hero when she completed a 150-mile coast walk for Sport Relief in 2016.
She recently reprised her role on The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice on Channel 4 - as well as appearing in Taskmaster.
Andy Robinson won Best Club Night in the Midlands in the 2015 Chortle Awards and was the winner of 2014’s Best Act and Best Compere at the Midlands Comedy Awards. He has also worked as a warm-up artist for shows such as Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Shooting Stars, Later with Jools Holland, Friday Night with Jonathan Ross as well dozens of others.
Andy has been the support act for Sean Lock, Rich Hall and Paddy McGuiness. He is Jo Brand’s regular support act, and has worked with her for the past ten years.


thedailyecho--2020-02-21--Dating in Southampton: Men in their 20s outnumber women

YOUNG singles looking to meet a new man in Southampton could find themselves lucky in love , with figures showing men in their 20s outnumber women by almost 5,000 .
And Southampton is not alone in having more young male twenty-somethings , with data showing there are almost 200,000 more than their female counterparts across But a relationship expert at dating website eharmony says the growth of online dating means local gender gaps are becoming a problem of the past .
Office for National Statistics population predictions for 2020 estimate there are 31,000 men aged 20-29 in Southampton – compared @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for every 100 women in their 20s , there are 119 men .
Across England , the ONS estimates there are 3.7 million twenty-something men , and just 3.5 million women .
The figures also show that the highest male-to-female rate in the country was in Richmondshire , North Yorkshire , where there are more than twice as many men as women in the age bracket .
Outside of the City of London – where data is skewed by a low residential population – the London borough of Wandsworth is where young women @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 100 men .
Of the 360 local authorities in the country , there are just 48 where women outnumber men – with London taking seven of the top 10 spots .
Rachael Lloyd , relationship expert at eharmony , said : “ With an ever more mobile population , it ’ s no surprise that there are gender discrepancies in certain parts of the UK .
“ And although this might cause potential difficulties when it comes to dating , the opposite can also be said .
“ The emergence of online dating @ @ @ @ @ @ @ geographical dating pool and effectively meet someone who isn ’ t from the same town or village .
“ This doesn ’ t mean that you necessarily need to travel for hours to meet a partner , but perhaps even explore the next town along.
” James Preece , celebrity relationship expert and editor-in-chief of Dating Magazine says men may find themselves more in demand .
He said : “ Dating is harder for them in their 30s due to more competition , but after this there are generally less decent men available @ @ @ @ @ @ @ proactive around this age as they are feeling the pressure , while men often start to have put in less effort .
“ The good ones may find they are being chased rather than having to pursue themselves , which is the opposite of their experience in their 20s and 30s .
”

And Southampton is not alone in having more young male twenty-somethings, with data showing there are almost 200,000 more than their female counterparts across
England.
But a relationship expert at dating website eharmony says the growth of online dating means local gender gaps are becoming a problem of the past.
Office for National Statistics population predictions for 2020 estimate there are 31,000 men aged 20-29 in Southampton – compared to 26,100 women.
It means that for every 100 women in their 20s, there are 119 men.
Across England, the ONS estimates there are 3.7 million twenty-something men, and just 3.5 million women.
The figures also show that the highest male-to-female rate in the country was in Richmondshire, North Yorkshire, where there are more than twice as many men as women in the age bracket.
Outside of the City of London – where data is skewed by a low residential population – the London borough of Wandsworth is where young women most dominate, with 136 to every 100 men.
Of the 360 local authorities in the country, there are just 48 where women outnumber men – with London taking seven of the top 10 spots.
Rachael Lloyd, relationship expert at eharmony, said: “With an ever more mobile population, it’s no surprise that there are gender discrepancies in certain parts of the UK.
“And although this might cause potential difficulties when it comes to dating, the opposite can also be said.
“The emergence of online dating has ultimately allowed us to widen our geographical dating pool and effectively meet someone who isn’t from the same town or village.
“This doesn’t mean that you necessarily need to travel for hours to meet a partner, but perhaps even explore the next town along.”
James Preece, celebrity relationship expert and editor-in-chief of Dating Magazine says men may find themselves more in demand.
He said: “Dating is harder for them in their 30s due to more competition, but after this there are generally less decent men available.
“Women tend to be more proactive around this age as they are feeling the pressure, while men often start to have put in less effort.
“The good ones may find they are being chased rather than having to pursue themselves, which is the opposite of their experience in their 20s and 30s.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-21--Sell out Southampton show for Gentlemen's Dub Club

SINCE their formation in early 2006 , Gentleman ’ s Dub Club ( GDC ) have made a name for themselves as one of the most respected names in dub/reggae music .
GDC have been on tour for over a decade , are festival favourites across the UK and Europe , and have found themselves regularly playing to crowds of 10,000 or more .
The Gents play a sold out show tonight at The 1865 as part of their February headline UK tour .
Vocalist Jonathan Scratchley told the Daily Echo : “ We will be doing a new set @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to add to the raucous high-tempo love affair we have built our community on !
“ Every show we play has this enlightening energy to it , so above all we just feel blessed to be able to share the journey with so many.
” Speaking about their recent tour with reggae legends , he added : “ Performing in front of an audience who fell in love with this music 20 years before we did gave us a sense of our place in this world .
It has helped us look at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they have achieved and how we can communicate our own sound .
They know how to tour !
” Over 100,000 people came to see their set opening the mainstage at Boomtown at Matterley Bowl near Winchester in 2015 .
Other fine festival performances have included Glastonbury , Bestival , Rototom , NASS and Latitude .
With seven studio albums and numerous singles and remixes under their belts , GDC never stop working .
Their latest single 100 % features the legendary Bitty McLean .
Recorded at the Crosstown Studios in London , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ timeless classic Summer Breeze by Seals and Croft .
Gentlemen ’ s Dub Club ’ s unique take on dub music , and their prolific output , has solidified their position as stalwarts of the UK dub/ska/reggae music scene , and has seen them consistently championed by David Rodigan and his contemporaries at BBC Radio 1 .
They have supported legends like Madness , The Wailers , and Jerry Dammers ( The Specials ) and have worked with the likes of Brad Ellis ( Nextmen ) , Fat Freddy ’ s Drop , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Chann , Horseman , Joe Dukie , Shapeshifter , and Mungos Hifi .
The 1865 have just announced an exciting David Bowie supergroup show next month .
See below for all the details on how to be there .

GDC have been on tour for over a decade, are festival favourites across the UK and Europe, and have found themselves regularly playing to crowds of 10,000 or more.
The Gents play a sold out show tonight at The 1865 as part of their February headline UK tour.
Vocalist Jonathan Scratchley told the Daily Echo: “We will be doing a new set, with a few new tunes, to add to the raucous high-tempo love affair we have built our community on!
“Every show we play has this enlightening energy to it, so above all we just feel blessed to be able to share the journey with so many.”
Speaking about their recent tour with reggae legends, he added: “Performing in front of an audience who fell in love with this music 20 years before we did gave us a sense of our place in this world. It has helped us look at our own music in relation to what they have achieved and how we can communicate our own sound. They know how to tour!”
Over 100,000 people came to see their set opening the mainstage at Boomtown at Matterley Bowl near Winchester in 2015. Other fine festival performances have included Glastonbury, Bestival, Rototom, NASS and Latitude.
With seven studio albums and numerous singles and remixes under their belts, GDC never stop working. Their latest single 100% features the legendary Bitty McLean. Recorded at the Crosstown Studios in London, the B-side is their cover of the timeless classic Summer Breeze by Seals and Croft.
Gentlemen’s Dub Club’s unique take on dub music, and their prolific output, has solidified their position as stalwarts of the UK dub/ska/reggae music scene, and has seen them consistently championed by David Rodigan and his contemporaries at BBC Radio 1.
They have supported legends like Madness, The Wailers, and Jerry Dammers (The Specials) and have worked with the likes of Brad Ellis (Nextmen), Fat Freddy’s Drop, Prince Fatty, Hollie Cook, Lady Chann, Horseman, Joe Dukie, Shapeshifter, and Mungos Hifi.
The 1865 have just announced an exciting David Bowie supergroup show next month.
See below for all the details on how to be there.


thedailyecho--2020-02-21--What manufacturers need to do about the coronavirus

MANUFACTURERS need to take action over the supply problems that are likely to spread as a result of the coronavirus , a lawyer has warned .
Businesses in a host of sectors have sounded the alarm over the impact of the virus on supplies from China .
Apple warned this week that it would not meet its financial guidance for the second quarter because production of iPhones had been hit by the outbreak .
IT giant Aveva , recruiter Hays and kitchen and bathroom supplier Norcros have also said they could be hit by the impact on the Chinese market @ @ @ @ @ @ @ law firm Paris Smith in Southampton , said : “ Businesses are now facing significant disruption to their supply chains as so many component parts are manufactured and shipped to the UK for use in the production of products in many sectors .
“ The chairman of a domestic appliance manufacturer based in the south of England has been advised that production of key elements for his company ’ s products is likely to be delayed for weeks as the factories in which they are made are currently closed .
“ Shipping from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ travel to and from the ports is more restricted as the authorities in China seek to get on top of the virus .
The availability of flights is reducing with the consequential hike in the price of airfreight as importers in other countries seek desperately to find other means to maintain the continuity of supply for key parts to their manufacturing process .
“ Wuhan , at the centre of the virus , plays a vital role in the manufacture of automotive parts .
A number of motor manufacturers , including Fiat , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ experiencing supply issues .
Others will undoubtedly follow .
Germany , whose economy is heavily dependent on the strength of its motor industry , will be closely monitoring developments.
” He issued several tips to manufacturers using Chinese factories in the supply chain : • Get clarity , from the Chinese manufacturer or another reliable source , about continuity of supply .
• Manage customers ’ expectations by explaining and clarifying the position to them .
• Review supply and sales contracts .
They might make reference to disease , epidemic or quarantine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” , “ acts of government ” or “ circumstances beyond the parties ’ control ” .
• See what contracts say about exclusivity of supply – and whether you are entitled to seek parts from other sources and in what circumstances .
• Check your insurance policies to see whether you have business interruption insurance and whether it will cover the disruption caused by the virus .
“ The wording of business interruption clauses is rarely clear cut and is often open for argument , ” said Mr Taylor .
“ If @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s worth investing in professional advice to assist in the presentation of one ’ s claim to insurers , particularly when large sums or the future of the business are at stake .
”

Businesses in a host of sectors have sounded the alarm over the impact of the virus on supplies from China.
Apple warned this week that it would not meet its financial guidance for the second quarter because production of iPhones had been hit by the outbreak.
IT giant Aveva, recruiter Hays and kitchen and bathroom supplier Norcros have also said they could be hit by the impact on the Chinese market.
Peter Taylor, managing partner at law firm Paris Smith in Southampton, said: “Businesses are now facing significant disruption to their supply chains as so many component parts are manufactured and shipped to the UK for use in the production of products in many sectors.
“The chairman of a domestic appliance manufacturer based in the south of England has been advised that production of key elements for his company’s products is likely to be delayed for weeks as the factories in which they are made are currently closed.
“Shipping from Chinese ports is similarly disrupted, as travel to and from the ports is more restricted as the authorities in China seek to get on top of the virus. The availability of flights is reducing with the consequential hike in the price of airfreight as importers in other countries seek desperately to find other means to maintain the continuity of supply for key parts to their manufacturing process.
“Wuhan, at the centre of the virus, plays a vital role in the manufacture of automotive parts. A number of motor manufacturers, including Fiat, Hyundai and Toyota, have already been experiencing supply issues. Others will undoubtedly follow. Germany, whose economy is heavily dependent on the strength of its motor industry, will be closely monitoring developments.”
He issued several tips to manufacturers using Chinese factories in the supply chain:


thedailyecho--2020-02-21--ARCHIVE PIC OF THE DAY: Bustling crowds at Southampton Carnival in 1974

ONCE the crowds were so big that they spilled over from the pavements and out into the road , but now those days are consigned to the history books as Southampton Carnival is no more .
At one time the event was so popular that spectators would arrive hours before the procession began making its way through the city centre so as to make sure of a prime viewing position .
This photograph shows part of the parade of the 1974 carnival with thousands lining the route through Above Bar .
Some of the biggest carnivals Southampton ever saw were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ town , as it was then , shrugged off the difficult post-war years and looked forward to a time of growth and expansion .
“ As far as the eye could follow , up and down the street , on rooftops , garden walls , hoardings , leaning from windows , clinging precariously from scaffolding and even to the tongue of a Bargate lion there were people , ’ ’ said the Daily Echo in its report of the 1953 carnival .
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At one time the event was so popular that spectators would arrive hours before the procession began making its way through the city centre so as to make sure of a prime viewing position.
This photograph shows part of the parade of the 1974 carnival with thousands lining the route through Above Bar.
Some of the biggest carnivals Southampton ever saw were those of the early 1950s as the town, as it was then, shrugged off the difficult post-war years and looked forward to a time of growth and expansion.
“As far as the eye could follow, up and down the street, on rooftops, garden walls, hoardings, leaning from windows, clinging precariously from scaffolding and even to the tongue of a Bargate lion there were people,’’ said the Daily Echo in its report of the 1953 carnival.
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thedailyecho--2020-02-21--Readers' letter: Boris Johnson and Priti Patel are creating an increasingly barbaric United Kingdom

Anyone who has ever visited a loved one in one of Britain ’ s many excellent care homes will know @ @ @ @ @ – frequently way beyond the call of duty – and the skill and dedication with @ @ @ @ @ comfort and dignity of the residents , often in very challenging circumstances .
The work @ @ @ @ @ and also grossly undervalued by society as a whole .
No doubt this is because @ @ @ @ @ workers are women .
How dare Priti Patel and Boris Johnson treat these workers as @ @ @ @ @ dare they propose to sacrifice the vulnerable elderly at the altar of their dubious ideology @ @ @ @ @ the care sector of the post-Brexit immigration rules is wholly predictable , and many qualified @ @ @ @ @ so .
The way we treat the most vulnerable in society is the best measure @ @ @ @ @ as a country .
Prime Minister Johnson and Home Secretary Patel are creating an increasingly @ @ @ @

The work care assistants do is underpaid and also grossly undervalued by society as a whole.
No doubt this is because the vast majority of these workers are women.
How dare Priti Patel and Boris Johnson treat these workers as “unskilled”!
How dare they propose to sacrifice the vulnerable elderly at the altar of their dubious ideology!
The devastating effect on the care sector of the post-Brexit immigration rules is wholly predictable, and many qualified people have already told them so.
The way we treat the most vulnerable in society is the best measure of how civilised we are as a country.
Prime Minister Johnson and Home Secretary Patel are creating an increasingly barbaric United Kingdom.
J E R Gaston
Thornhill, Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-02-21--David Bowie supergroup set for Southampton date

FANS can enjoy the music of David Bowie as a supergroup performing his works head to The 1865 in an impressive coup for the Southampton venue .
Long time David Bowie collaborator , record producer and original bass player Tony Visconti teamed with original Spiders From Mars drummer Woody Woodmansey and an all star band , Holy Holy , will be live on stage on Tuesday March 10 .
Expect Bowie hits from 1969 - 1973 and beyond played by Bowie ’ s original rhythm section backed by a supergroup featuring Glenn Gregory ( vocal ) ; Paul Cuddeford and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Morgan ( sax and 12 string ) and piano/ keyboard maestro Janette Mason .
Endorsed by Bowie himself , who was excited to hear Tony & Woody ’ s plan to play The Man Who Sold The World album live for the first time and was fully supportive of the pair ’ s choice of Glenn Gregory delivering vocals , this is certainly no tribute act - this is the real deal .
The brilliant tracks set to be performed on the night will include The Jean Genie , Space Oddity , Starman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The gig came about after Heaven 17 visited the venue and vocalist Glenn Gregory loved the venue enough to persuade the supergroup to do a warm up date there .
There are only 700 tickets available , priced £32.50 .

Long time David Bowie collaborator, record producer and original bass player Tony Visconti teamed with original Spiders From Mars drummer Woody Woodmansey and an all star band, Holy Holy, will be live on stage on Tuesday March 10.
Expect Bowie hits from 1969 - 1973 and beyond played by Bowie’s original rhythm section backed by a supergroup featuring Glenn Gregory (vocal); Paul Cuddeford and James Stevenson (guitars) Jessica Lee Morgan (sax and 12 string) and piano/ keyboard maestro Janette Mason.
Endorsed by Bowie himself, who was excited to hear Tony & Woody’s plan to play The Man Who Sold The World album live for the first time and was fully supportive of the pair’s choice of Glenn Gregory delivering vocals, this is certainly no tribute act - this is the real deal.
The brilliant tracks set to be performed on the night will include The Jean Genie, Space Oddity, Starman, Ziggy Stardust and Rebel Rebel.
The gig came about after Heaven 17 visited the venue and vocalist Glenn Gregory loved the venue enough to persuade the supergroup to do a warm up date there.
There are only 700 tickets available, priced £32.50.
Visit the1865.com


thedailyecho--2020-02-21--Four people arrested for drugs offences after police search car on Calmore Drive, Southampton

FOUR people have been arrested after police stopped a car in Southampton and found brown and white powder inside .
Officers proactively stopped the blue Vauxhall Astra on Calmore Drive on Wednesday .
After obtaining grounds to search the vehicle , they found brown and white powder individually wrapped , cash and three mobile phones .
They charged one man and arrested three others on suspicion of drug offences .
Carl Anthony Johnson , aged 26 of Westridge Road , Southampton was charged with possession with intent to supply a class A drug and possession with intent to supply a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from Southampton was arrested for possession with intent to supply a class A drug , while a 49-year-old woman from Southampton was arrested for possession with intent to supply a class A drug .
A 43-year-old man from Southampton was also arrested for possession with intent to supply a class A drug .
All three were questioned by officers and then released from police custody , but remain under investigation .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` We continue to ask anyone who suspects drug related activity to be happening in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Every call you make to us helps us build up an intelligence picture which enables us to take action .
`` Call 101 , or call Crimestoppers and leave information anonymously on 0800 555 111 . ''
Johnson will appear before Southampton Crown Court on March 20 .

Officers proactively stopped the blue Vauxhall Astra on Calmore Drive on Wednesday.
After obtaining grounds to search the vehicle, they found brown and white powder individually wrapped, cash and three mobile phones.
They charged one man and arrested three others on suspicion of drug offences.
Carl Anthony Johnson, aged 26 of Westridge Road, Southampton was charged with possession with intent to supply a class A drug and possession with intent to supply a class B drug.
A 34-year-old woman from Southampton was arrested for possession with intent to supply a class A drug, while a 49-year-old woman from Southampton was arrested for possession with intent to supply a class A drug.
A 43-year-old man from Southampton was also arrested for possession with intent to supply a class A drug.
All three were questioned by officers and then released from police custody, but remain under investigation.
Enquiries are ongoing.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We continue to ask anyone who suspects drug related activity to be happening in their neighbourhood to contact us.
"Every call you make to us helps us build up an intelligence picture which enables us to take action.
"Call 101, or call Crimestoppers and leave information anonymously on 0800 555 111."
Johnson will appear before Southampton Crown Court on March 20.


thedailyecho--2020-02-21--Royal Mail to increase price of stamps

Royal Mail to increase price of stamps

Royal Mail has said it will increase the price of first class and second class stamps .
The postal firm @ @ @ @ @ first class stamp will jump 6p to 76p and the price of a second class @ @ @ @ @ 65p from March 23 .
The company said the price increases are “ necessary ” @ @ @ @ @ its universal service .
Royal Mail said it is “ operating in a challenging business @ @ @ @ @ to be loss-making in the current financial year .
Stephen Agar , managing director of @ @ @ @ @ : “ We are operating in a tough market at present , under the threat @ @ @ @ @ 2021 .
“ These price increases will help us maintain the quality of service that @ @ @ @ @ , while supporting the universal service .
”

The postal firm said the price of a first class stamp will jump 6p to 76p and the price of a second class stamp will rise 4p to 65p from March 23.
The company said the price increases are “necessary” to ensure the sustainability of its universal service.
Royal Mail said it is “operating in a challenging business environment” and is likely to be loss-making in the current financial year.
The Royal Mail logo (Chris Radburn/PA)
Stephen Agar, managing director of letters at Royal Mail said: “We are operating in a tough market at present, under the threat of making a loss by 2021.
“These price increases will help us maintain the quality of service that is expected by our customers, while supporting the universal service.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-21--Sky and BT price rise: what you need to know

Sky and BT are planning price rises in March and April .
Both companies have announced there will be rises which could affect millions of their customers .
Thanks to the lovely people at MoneySavingExpert , we 've put together a little guide to your rights , and what is happening .
What are BT doing ?
All broadband , landline and mobile customers who signed a contract between January 11 , 2019 and January 16 , 2020 will see a rise of 1.3 % on their monthly bills from March 31 , 2020 .
You can see a full @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there anything else ?
Yep .
They are also increasing some extra charges paid by landline customers including out of allowance calling rates and optional add-ons .
This will apply to all customers and is not contract specific .
What if I do n't want to pay the increase ?
You can leave your contract - but you 'll have to pay a fee for cancelling early .
However , if you do n't want to pay a fee to cancel and you 're still mid-contract , MSE advise looking up the date @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for deals about a month before .
There 's more advice here What do BT say ?
A spokesperson told the MSE team that they froze prices for 2019 , so this is their first price rise in nearly 18 months .
They also say they have linked their price changes to CPI to make pricing fairer and more predictable .
What about Sky ?
What are they doing ?
Bills for Sky broadband and TV customers will be going up in April .
MSE believes the vast majority of TV customers and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ All other broadband and TV packages are unaffected .
I 'm mid-contract , what can I do ?
You might be in luck .
But the sage advice from MSE is to check there are actually cheaper deals out there first .
If you do still want to leave and you are affected by the Broadband deal , you are able to cancel without a charge , once you have received the official notification of the price rise .
But you have to do it within 30 days .
Unfortunately they have different @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to bargain a bit if you 're mid-contract .

Both companies have announced there will be rises which could affect millions of their customers.
Thanks to the lovely people at MoneySavingExpert, we've put together a little guide to your rights, and what is happening.
What are BT doing?
All broadband, landline and mobile customers who signed a contract between January 11, 2019 and January 16, 2020 will see a rise of 1.3% on their monthly bills from March 31, 2020.
You can see a full list of the rises on MSE
Is there anything else?
Yep. They are also increasing some extra charges paid by landline customers including out of allowance calling rates and optional add-ons. This will apply to all customers and is not contract specific.
What if I don't want to pay the increase?
You can leave your contract - but you'll have to pay a fee for cancelling early.
However, if you don't want to pay a fee to cancel and you're still mid-contract, MSE advise looking up the date it is due to end and searching for deals about a month before.
There's more advice here
What do BT say?
A spokesperson told the MSE team that they froze prices for 2019, so this is their first price rise in nearly 18 months.
They also say they have linked their price changes to CPI to make pricing fairer and more predictable.
What about Sky? What are they doing?
Bills for Sky broadband and TV customers will be going up in April.
MSE believes the vast majority of TV customers and some broadband customers will be affected.
Which packages are affected?
Sky Broadband Essential will rise by £2/month
Sky Entertainment will rise by £2/mth
Sky TV Multiscreen will rise by £1/mth
Sky HDTV will rise by £1/mth
More information here
All other broadband and TV packages are unaffected.
I'm mid-contract, what can I do?
You might be in luck. But the sage advice from MSE is to check there are actually cheaper deals out there first.
If you do still want to leave and you are affected by the Broadband deal, you are able to cancel without a charge, once you have received the official notification of the price rise. But you have to do it within 30 days.
What about TV deals?
Unfortunately they have different contracts, so you will probably have to bargain a bit if you're mid-contract.
Check out MSE haggling tips


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--Martyn Dunn, 27, jailed for talking to underage girl and a decoy profile

A PAEDOPHILE caught sexually messaging an 11-year-old girl was released by police only to be caught offending again when he was snared trying to meet what he thought was a underage teen .
Martyn Dunn , 27 , was arrested when the 11-year-old 's mother discover the sexually explicit messages on the girl 's phone .
But after collecting the messages as evidence , and having conducted a police interview , officers released Dunn under investigation for more than a year .
In the meantime , Dunn arranged to meet what he thought was a 14-year-old schoolgirl after graphic conversation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was actually operated by a paedophile hunter group , who handed him into the police .
While sentencing Dunn to a 10 month prison sentence , a judge hit out at Hampshire Police 's decision to release him after he was caught the first time .
Judge Peter Henry said : `` You committed the second offence while being investigated by the police and released .
`` I question why you were not charged when interviewed in Summer 2018 .
I have absolutely no idea why when police had all the evidence they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been charged then , whether that would have prevented the second offence I can not say .
But you must have been well aware that it was against the law to contact child , but you went ahead and did it . ''
Police have since defended the decision , claiming an early charge was `` not appropriate '' in Dunn 's case .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said : `` In order to ensure a fair and thorough prosecution , investigating officers must collect all available material - whether it points @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also allows for fair disclosure the defence .
`` It is only once all reasonable lines of enquiry have been completed that a case can be presented .
This can then be done so in the knowledge there is no material which would otherwise undermine the case .
`` Whether any such material exists is not always known at the point of interview and the bar for considering an early charge , with enquiries left to complete , is rightly set high . ''
Southampton Crown Court heard how Dunn was arrested in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an 11-year-old girl – which were later found by the child 's mother .
The court heard he was later caught messaging what he thought was a 14-year-old in January 2019 .
But it was actually a fake profile , named Emily , which was being run by paedophile hunter group TRAP .
Prosecutor Simon Foster told the court that after weeks of messaging , Dunn agreed to travel more than 60 miles from Southampton to Weymouth in order to meet the girl in June last year .
He was later arrested and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , John Dyer said Dunn suffered from autism and his messages with the girls were `` naive '' .
He said : `` When talking to Emily they talk about Weymouth and his reply is that there are nice buses there .
`` He also sent a message in which he said he needed to go for a pee now and asked if she liked trains . ''
Mr Dyer added that Dunn was facing eviction from his supported living accommodation , provided by Autism Hampshire , in Chessel Avenue , Southampton .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ count of sexual communication with a child and one count of attempting to meet an underage girl after grooming .
He was sentenced to 10 months in prison , given a 10 year sexual harm prevention order , barred from working with children and made the subject of notification requirements for 10 years .

Martyn Dunn, 27, was arrested when the 11-year-old's mother discover the sexually explicit messages on the girl's phone.
But after collecting the messages as evidence, and having conducted a police interview, officers released Dunn under investigation for more than a year.
In the meantime, Dunn arranged to meet what he thought was a 14-year-old schoolgirl after graphic conversation about sex.
But the online profile was actually operated by a paedophile hunter group, who handed him into the police.
While sentencing Dunn to a 10 month prison sentence, a judge hit out at Hampshire Police's decision to release him after he was caught the first time.
Judge Peter Henry said: "You committed the second offence while being investigated by the police and released.
"I question why you were not charged when interviewed in Summer 2018. I have absolutely no idea why when police had all the evidence they subsequently used.
"You should have been charged then, whether that would have prevented the second offence I cannot say. But you must have been well aware that it was against the law to contact child, but you went ahead and did it."
Police have since defended the decision, claiming an early charge was "not appropriate" in Dunn's case.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said: "In order to ensure a fair and thorough prosecution, investigating officers must collect all available material - whether it points towards a suspect or away. This also allows for fair disclosure the defence.
"It is only once all reasonable lines of enquiry have been completed that a case can be presented. This can then be done so in the knowledge there is no material which would otherwise undermine the case.
"Whether any such material exists is not always known at the point of interview and the bar for considering an early charge, with enquiries left to complete, is rightly set high."
Southampton Crown Court heard how Dunn was arrested in April 2018 after exchanging sexual messages with an 11-year-old girl – which were later found by the child's mother.
The court heard he was later caught messaging what he thought was a 14-year-old in January 2019.
But it was actually a fake profile, named Emily, which was being run by paedophile hunter group TRAP.
Prosecutor Simon Foster told the court that after weeks of messaging, Dunn agreed to travel more than 60 miles from Southampton to Weymouth in order to meet the girl in June last year.
He was later arrested and charged with both offences.
In mitigation, John Dyer said Dunn suffered from autism and his messages with the girls were "naive".
He said: "When talking to Emily they talk about Weymouth and his reply is that there are nice buses there.
"He also sent a message in which he said he needed to go for a pee now and asked if she liked trains."
Mr Dyer added that Dunn was facing eviction from his supported living accommodation, provided by Autism Hampshire, in Chessel Avenue, Southampton.
Dunn, who pleaded guilty to one count of sexual communication with a child and one count of attempting to meet an underage girl after grooming.
He was sentenced to 10 months in prison, given a 10 year sexual harm prevention order, barred from working with children and made the subject of notification requirements for 10 years.


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--Police appeal for witnesses after accident at junction of Coach Hill and Garstons Road in Titchfield

Police appeal for witnesses after accident at junction of Coach Hill and Garstons Road in Titchfield.

A RUNNER suffered a serious head injury after being hit by a motorcycle in a Hampshire village .
The accident @ @ @ @ @ Titchfield , just before 7.30pm yesterday .
Police say the runner - a 58-year-old man @ @ @ @ @ the road when the collision occurred .
A police spokesman said : `` The man @ @ @ @ @ suffered a serious head injury .
`` The man on the motorcycle , a 28-year-old @ @ @ @ @ injuries .
`` We would like to hear from anyone who witnessed this incident , @ @ @ @ @ the area at the time of the collision with dash cam footage .
The accident @ @ @ @ @ Coach Hill and Garstons Road .
Anyone with information can call Hampshire police on 101 @ @ @ @ @ .

The accident happened at Coach Hill, Titchfield, just before 7.30pm yesterday.
Police say the runner - a 58-year-old man from Whiteley - was crossing the road when the collision occurred.
A police spokesman said: "The man was transported to hospital having suffered a serious head injury.
"The man on the motorcycle, a 28-year-old from Gosport, suffered minor injuries.
"We would like to hear from anyone who witnessed this incident, or anyone who was in the area at the time of the collision with dash cam footage.
The accident happened at the junction of Coach Hill and Garstons Road.
Anyone with information can call Hampshire police on 101, quoting reference number 44200067102.


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--Brass Monkey in Southampton to get £140K revamp

A SOUTHAMPTON pub has closed its doors for a £140k revamp .
The Brass Monkey in Shirley Road is set to be transformed into a “ brilliant pub at the heart of the local community ” .
The watering hole has been taken over by the Craft Union Pub Company and is set to reopen in the second week of March .
There is a planned investment of around £140,000 and the existing publican Debbie Edwards , who has run the pub for 8-years will be staying on .
A spokesperson for Craft Union Pub Company said : “ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ll be taking over the Brass Monkey , Southampton .
The site will benefit from an extensive refurbishment while still maintaining its character and atmosphere .
“ We believe that the British pub plays a vital role in the lives of its customers and our philosophy at Craft Union is to put brilliant pubs back at the heart of local communities .
“ We are committed to nurturing this by investing in the site , ensuring that we retain the tradition and the heritage alongside improving the quality of the community offer.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the highest of standards , creating welcoming places people want to spend time in .
The Brass Monkey has been run by Debbie - a familiar face - for the last eight-years .
According to Debbie , the locals have told her she is never allowed to leave .
Originally from Poole , she has worked in pubs since she was 18 years old and moved to Southampton 14 years ago .
During her time at the Brass Monkey Debbie claims to have transformed the “ rough and ready ” pub from to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Previously called the Rising Sun , the pub decorated with a giant golden monkey holds a 4.5-star rating on review site TripAdvisor .
A brass monkey was something for storing cannonballs on old naval ships , Debbie reports , although this definition has been disputed .
Posting on social media , Debbie said : “ I shall be staying in my post as manager here .
“ Thank you all for your support over the years .
I shall look forward to seeing you all when we reopen on the 10th of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
X.
” Following the revamp the pub will not serve food .
Husband and wife team Kamil and Karolina Strachyra had run takeaway pizza service What a Pizza from the Brass Monkey carpark , but have since left .

The Brass Monkey in Shirley Road is set to be transformed into a “brilliant pub at the heart of the local community”.
The watering hole has been taken over by the Craft Union Pub Company and is set to reopen in the second week of March.
There is a planned investment of around £140,000 and the existing publican Debbie Edwards, who has run the pub for 8-years will be staying on.
A spokesperson for Craft Union Pub Company said: “We are delighted to confirm that we’ll be taking over the Brass Monkey, Southampton. The site will benefit from an extensive refurbishment while still maintaining its character and atmosphere.
“We believe that the British pub plays a vital role in the lives of its customers and our philosophy at Craft Union is to put brilliant pubs back at the heart of local communities.
“We are committed to nurturing this by investing in the site, ensuring that we retain the tradition and the heritage alongside improving the quality of the community offer.”
The company claims to decorate pubs to the highest of standards, creating welcoming places people want to spend time in.
The Brass Monkey has been run by Debbie - a familiar face - for the last eight-years.
According to Debbie, the locals have told her she is never allowed to leave.
Originally from Poole, she has worked in pubs since she was 18 years old and moved to Southampton 14 years ago.
During her time at the Brass Monkey Debbie claims to have transformed the “rough and ready” pub from to an “inviting and calm establishment”.
Previously called the Rising Sun, the pub decorated with a giant golden monkey holds a 4.5-star rating on review site TripAdvisor.
A brass monkey was something for storing cannonballs on old naval ships, Debbie reports, although this definition has been disputed.
Posting on social media, Debbie said: “I shall be staying in my post as manager here.
“Thank you all for your support over the years. I shall look forward to seeing you all when we reopen on the 10th of March. Love and best wishes Debbie. X.”
Following the revamp the pub will not serve food.
Husband and wife team Kamil and Karolina Strachyra had run takeaway pizza service What a Pizza from the Brass Monkey carpark, but have since left.


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--Tribute paid to Southampton man Sewa Taak

TRIBUTES have been paid to a “ true gentleman who lit up the room ” after was found dead at home .
Sewa Taak , who lived and worked in Southampton , passed away in his sleep unexpectedly .
Friends and family described Sewa as a “ true gentleman ” who was would be sorely missed following his death on February 14 .
His family said : “ He went to sleep on the Thursday night , and he just didn ’ t wake up .
It was very unexpected.
” The 41-year-old father-of-three grew up in Southampton , living @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was the oldest of four siblings and family said he always looked out for them .
He attended Cantell School as a child and then went on to work at CooperVision , a contact lens company .
Sewa was passionate about football and supported Liverpool FC , and also watched darts on the TV .
A family member described him as a “ loving father ” and “ nice guy ” .
They added : “ He lit up the room with his presence , and was a big family man .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he was the size of a bag of sugar .
He grew up to be a fine young man.
” In a tribute , Sewa ’ s closest friends said : “ Sewa had the biggest personality who would light up a room wherever he went , always smiling and fooling around .
“ His presence was infectious and you could not help but smile , it was like he would change your mood instantly .
“ A true gentleman who was big on love and respect who would always put others before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ harmful bone in his body and was full of life .
“ He will be sorely missed by us all but forever will live in our hearts – God bless him.
” Friends and family have been invited to pay tribute at his funeral .
It will be held at Gurdwara Guru Tegh Bahadar Sahib on St Marks Road at 11.30am on Tuesday .
Family and friends are then invited to Southampton Crematorium east chapel on Bassett Green Road between 12.30pm and 2pm .

Sewa Taak, who lived and worked in Southampton, passed away in his sleep unexpectedly.
Friends and family described Sewa as a “true gentleman” who was would be sorely missed following his death on February 14.
His family said: “He went to sleep on the Thursday night, and he just didn’t wake up. It was very unexpected.”
The 41-year-old father-of-three grew up in Southampton, living in St Mary’s.
Sewa was the oldest of four siblings and family said he always looked out for them.
He attended Cantell School as a child and then went on to work at CooperVision, a contact lens company.
Sewa was passionate about football and supported Liverpool FC, and also watched darts on the TV.
A family member described him as a “loving father” and “nice guy”.
They added: “He lit up the room with his presence, and was a big family man. He was born prematurely weighing only 2lbs, he was the size of a bag of sugar. He grew up to be a fine young man.”
In a tribute, Sewa’s closest friends said: “Sewa had the biggest personality who would light up a room wherever he went, always smiling and fooling around.
“His presence was infectious and you could not help but smile, it was like he would change your mood instantly.
“A true gentleman who was big on love and respect who would always put others before himself.
“He never had a harmful bone in his body and was full of life.
“He will be sorely missed by us all but forever will live in our hearts – God bless him.”
Friends and family have been invited to pay tribute at his funeral.
It will be held at Gurdwara Guru Tegh Bahadar Sahib on St Marks Road at 11.30am on Tuesday.
Family and friends are then invited to Southampton Crematorium east chapel on Bassett Green Road between 12.30pm and 2pm.


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--RATED THIS WEEK: 14 new Hampshire food hygiene ratings

NEW food hygiene ratings for 14 eateries across Hampshire have been published by the Food Standards Agency this month .
Listed below are the latest findings of council inspectors , published between February 13 and February 19 .
Thousands of premises across Hampshire are rated by the Food Standards Agency , based on the findings of local authority inspectors , who work all year round .
The hygiene standards found at the time of inspection are then rated on a scale .
Five is top of the scale , meaning the hygiene standards are very good and fully comply with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bottom of the scale , meaning urgent improvement is necessary .
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Generally satisfactory Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Generally satisfactory Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and building : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Very good Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Improvement necessary Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building : Good

Listed below are the latest findings of council inspectors, published between February 13 and February 19.
Thousands of premises across Hampshire are rated by the Food Standards Agency, based on the findings of local authority inspectors, who work all year round.
The hygiene standards found at the time of inspection are then rated on a scale.
Five is top of the scale, meaning the hygiene standards are very good and fully comply with the law.
Zero is at the bottom of the scale, meaning urgent improvement is necessary.
Bus Stop Cafe Netley
Unit 2, Hound Farm, Hound Road, Netley Abbey, Southampton, SO31 5FS
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: -
The Burger Priest
L4 & L7 Swan Centre, Eastleigh SO50 5SF
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: -
Traditional Fish and Chips
299 West Street, Fareham, PO16 0HF
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Generally satisfactory
Management of food safety: Generally satisfactory
Previous rating: 1 (January 2019)
La Galerie
53 - 55 West Street, Fareham, PO 0AY
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: 5 (February 2018)
The Haven Bar & Restaurant
Lymington Yacht Haven, Kings Saltern Road, Lymington, SO41 3QD
Rating: 3
Hygienic Food Handling: Generally satisfactory
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Generally satisfactory
Management of food safety: Generally satisfactory
Previous rating: 4 (November 2018)
The Larder
12 Earley Court, Lymington, SO41 9EP
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Very good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: 4 (September 2018)
Carpenters Arms
103 Burley Road, Bransgore, Christchurch, BH23 8BA
Rating: 2
Hygienic Food Handling: Improvement necessary
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Generally satisfactory
Previous rating: 4 (September 2018)
Fuchi Chinese Restaurant
36 Rumbridge Street, Totton, Southampton, SO40 9DP
Rating: 3
Hygienic Food Handling: Generally satisfactory
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Generally satisfactory
Previous rating: 3 (January 2018)
Santo Longue
429 Shirley Street, Freemantle, Southampton, SO 3JF
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Very good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: 5 (February 2018)
Smugglers Southampton
16 Carlton Place, Southampton, SO15 2DY
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: -
Retro Diner
281 Shirley Road, Freemantle, Southampton, SO15 3HT
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: 5 (February 2018)
The Star
13 The Horsefair, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 8EZ
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Very good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Very good
Management of food safety: Very good
Previous rating: 4 (March 2018)
Pizza Pan
3 Andover Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7BS
Rating: 2
Hygienic Food Handling: Improvement necessary
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Improvement necessary
Management of food safety: Generally satisfactory
Previous rating: 3 (July 2018)
Bishop on the Bridge
1 High Street Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9JX
Rating: 5
Hygienic Food Handling: Very good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building: Good
Management of food safety: Good
Previous rating: 4 (June 2018)


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--Council launch objection to new state of the art climbing centre near Southampton

A PARISH council has announced their objections to a proposed climbing centre near Southampton which could create up to 35 jobs .
Plans to change the use of Units E1 and E2 at Adanac Park , Nursling Street , Nursling from light industrial use , to light industrial use and leisure to provide a state of the art climbing centre has been submitted .
The proposal , submitted by Climbing Centre Group , would be their fourth park in the country , adding Southampton to their facilities in Manchester , Reading and Harrogate .
Details of what the Nursling site @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unclear .
But other sites range from 7,000 square feet to 17,000 square feet which offer extensive roped , auto belay and bouldering .
They also have large car parks , an on-site cafe , as well as a shop .
However , Nursling and Rownhams Parish Council have vented their objections to the proposal .
In a statement from the parish council , it says : `` Whilst Nursling and Rownhams Parish Council would welcome extra sporting facilities such as a climbing wall in the local area , it is felt that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ type of use .
`` This is because the application is contrary to TVBC Revised Local Plan ( 2016 ) Policy LE6 , which allocates this land for employment class B1 ( business ) use .
Policy LE6 states that there are few sites within South Hampshire which have similar characteristics to , or present similar opportunities as to that at Adanac Park . ''
The Parish Council also believes that the change of use to a leisure facility would provide insufficient parking at this site .
The statement added : `` This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 25 Full Time Equivalent members of staff would be employed at the site , alongside the need for customer parking .
`` The change in use from B1 Light Industrial to B1 Light Industrial and D2 Leisure would also likely alter the operating hours of the site , as presumably the centre would wish to open during the evenings and weekends as standard . ''
A spokesperson for Climbing Centre Group said : `` We are still in the early stages of the application and we need to get the change of use @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` We have seen early objections , for example a concern of 25 staff members parked as well as customers but at most we will only have five staff members in at one time .
`` There is also traffic concerns which we will have to iron out . ''
The determination deadline for the application is Sunday , March 29 2020 .

Plans to change the use of Units E1 and E2 at Adanac Park, Nursling Street, Nursling from light industrial use, to light industrial use and leisure to provide a state of the art climbing centre has been submitted.
The proposal, submitted by Climbing Centre Group, would be their fourth park in the country, adding Southampton to their facilities in Manchester, Reading and Harrogate.
Details of what the Nursling site may look like or feature, are unclear.
But other sites range from 7,000 square feet to 17,000 square feet which offer extensive roped, auto belay and bouldering.
They also have large car parks, an on-site cafe, as well as a shop.
However, Nursling and Rownhams Parish Council have vented their objections to the proposal.
In a statement from the parish council, it says: "Whilst Nursling and Rownhams Parish Council would welcome extra sporting facilities such as a climbing wall in the local area, it is felt that the suggested location is unsuitable for this type of use.
"This is because the application is contrary to TVBC Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy LE6, which allocates this land for employment class B1 (business) use. Policy LE6 states that there are few sites within South Hampshire which have similar characteristics to, or present similar opportunities as to that at Adanac Park."
The Parish Council also believes that the change of use to a leisure facility would provide insufficient parking at this site.
The statement added: "This concern is furthered as the applicant states 25 Full Time Equivalent members of staff would be employed at the site, alongside the need for customer parking.
"The change in use from B1 Light Industrial to B1 Light Industrial and D2 Leisure would also likely alter the operating hours of the site, as presumably the centre would wish to open during the evenings and weekends as standard."
A spokesperson for Climbing Centre Group said: "We are still in the early stages of the application and we need to get the change of use hurdle out of the way first.
"We have seen early objections, for example a concern of 25 staff members parked as well as customers but at most we will only have five staff members in at one time.
"There is also traffic concerns which we will have to iron out."
The determination deadline for the application is Sunday, March 29 2020.


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--PHOTOS: Inside the £2.15m home with country views, pool and tennis court

The Old Parsonage is a handsome country house on the edge of Stockbridge with beautiful countryside views , a pool and tennis court .
It 's on the market for £2,150,000 .
Set in an elevated position within grounds of about 4.69 acres , the house dates back to the Victorian era with more recent additions .
• £2.5m 17th Century home with its own ancient monument • £1.5m secluded seven bed home with tennis court and wine store • £2.65m country home set in five acres with tennis court and guest lodge An impressive reception hall leads to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as well as the family room which links through to a generous study , providing ample space for working from home .
A large dining room provides a perfect space for more formal entertaining , with a rear hallway leading to the well-equipped kitchen/breakfast room and large breakfast area .
There are double doors out onto a kitchen garden area to one side and doors leading through to the car port , terrace and pool area to the other .
On the first floor are four bedrooms , including a master bedroom with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ views out over the front gardens and countryside beyond .
There is also a family bathroom and separate shower room on this level .
There are two further bedrooms on the second floor as well as a family bathroom .
The grounds have been well kept , with lawn to the front of the house and gardens to the rear which are divided into sections , including a pretty formal garden area , pool area and a tennis court .
The house is approached via a driveway which meanders up through the grounds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ garage block and parking area .
There is a substantial range of outbuildings recently built by the current owners , providing fantastic storage .
Giles Muddle , from Savills Winchester , said : “ The Old Parsonage is a good looking country house on the edge of the picturesque and popular village of Stockbridge , with swimming pool , tennis court and commanding views over some of Hampshire ’ s finest countryside .
”

Set in an elevated position within grounds of about 4.69 acres, the house dates back to the Victorian era with more recent additions.
An impressive reception hall leads to the dual-aspect drawing room with central fireplace, as well as the family room which links through to a generous study, providing ample space for working from home. A large dining room provides a perfect space for more formal entertaining, with a rear hallway leading to the well-equipped kitchen/breakfast room and large breakfast area. There are double doors out onto a kitchen garden area to one side and doors leading through to the car port, terrace and pool area to the other.
On the first floor are four bedrooms, including a master bedroom with en suite shower room and some fantastic views out over the front gardens and countryside beyond. There is also a family bathroom and separate shower room on this level. There are two further bedrooms on the second floor as well as a family bathroom.
The grounds have been well kept, with lawn to the front of the house and gardens to the rear which are divided into sections, including a pretty formal garden area, pool area and a tennis court.
The house is approached via a driveway which meanders up through the grounds to the house, leading to a garage block and parking area. There is a substantial range of outbuildings recently built by the current owners, providing fantastic storage.
Giles Muddle, from Savills Winchester, said: “The Old Parsonage is a good looking country house on the edge of the picturesque and popular village of Stockbridge, with swimming pool, tennis court and commanding views over some of Hampshire’s finest countryside.”
Call 01962 841842.


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--Woman who damaged magistrates' court hauled back before the same court and jailed

A WOMAN who damaged a window at Southampton Magistrates ' Court has been hauled back before the same court and @ @ @ @ @ , 37 , damaged the window during an incident at the court , on The @ @ @ @ @ .
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates ' Court , Hennessey , of no fixed address , @ @ @ @ @ of criminal damage .
She also admitted breaching a restraining order and committing an offence @ @ @ @ @ suspended sentence order .
Hennessey was jailed for a total of 10 weeks .
She @ @ @ @ @ a victim surcharge of £122 .

Kelly Marie Hennessey, 37, damaged the window during an incident at the court, on The Avenue, on January 2.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, Hennessey, of no fixed address, pleaded guilty to one count of criminal damage.
She also admitted breaching a restraining order and committing an offence during the period of a suspended sentence order.
Hennessey was jailed for a total of 10 weeks.
She was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £122.


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--Plans to convert Malthouse into new homes in Botley revealed

PLANS to convert a Victorian warehouse into new homes have been revealed .
Proposals had been made to create three @ @ @ @ @ Malthouse in Church Lane , Botley .
A large single-storey rear extension along the whole @ @ @ @ @ be demolished and replaced with a smaller one .
The southern part of the building @ @ @ @ @ housing .
The application submitted to Eastleigh Borough Council was made by Orchard Homes and @ @ @ @ @ on March 13 by a planning officer .

Proposals had been made to create three new terraced houses at The Malthouse in Church Lane, Botley.
A large single-storey rear extension along the whole width of the building would be demolished and replaced with a smaller one.
The southern part of the building has already been converted into housing.
The application submitted to Eastleigh Borough Council was made by Orchard Homes and a decision will be made on March 13 by a planning officer.


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--Southampton StreetDoctors teach people what to do if someone is bleeding or unconscious

MEDICAL students from University of Southampton are teaching people how to react if someone is bleeding or unconscious .
It comes after a national charity StreetDoctors was launched by two medical doctors in 2015 , who felt knife crime was “ becoming more of an issue ” and that “ not enough people knew what to do ” if they saw a stabbing .
The campaign has since come to the city in a bid to teach young people how to administer first aid in emergency sessions .
Two types of 45-minute sessions are regularly run by Southampton StreetDoctors , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is bleeding as well as how to react when someone is unconscious .
President of Southampton StreetDoctors , Felon Mahrous , said : “ Being a Southampton resident , I have seen first hand the number of people especially in Southampton being affected and involved in knife crime .
“ Knowing what I know as a medical student , I felt that it was a duty to highlight to local youngsters the importance of not getting involved in violence because they are playing with their lives .
“ It is especially important in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ going up , so this is more important than ever.
” In June 2019 , the possession of weapons offence rate in Southampton was higher than the average possession of weapons offence rate across similar areas .
The group aims to equip young people with practical skills to save lives when and where it is most needed , as well as reduce the likelihood of violence .
Volunteer Kashif Quazi said : “ We went to the Portsmouth Youth Offending Centre and it became more apparent , the impact we can have in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ knife crime and violence .
”

It comes after a national charity StreetDoctors was launched by two medical doctors in 2015, who felt knife crime was “becoming more of an issue” and that “not enough people knew what to do” if they saw a stabbing.
The campaign has since come to the city in a bid to teach young people how to administer first aid in emergency sessions.
Two types of 45-minute sessions are regularly run by Southampton StreetDoctors, such as what to do if someone is bleeding as well as how to react when someone is unconscious.
President of Southampton StreetDoctors, Felon Mahrous, said: “Being a Southampton resident, I have seen first hand the number of people especially in Southampton being affected and involved in knife crime.
“Knowing what I know as a medical student, I felt that it was a duty to highlight to local youngsters the importance of not getting involved in violence because they are playing with their lives.
“It is especially important in Southampton as rates of knife crime are going up, so this is more important than ever.”
In June 2019, the possession of weapons offence rate in Southampton was higher than the average possession of weapons offence rate across similar areas.
The group aims to equip young people with practical skills to save lives when and where it is most needed, as well as reduce the likelihood of violence.
Volunteer Kashif Quazi said: “We went to the Portsmouth Youth Offending Centre and it became more apparent, the impact we can have in helping young people and the dangers of knife crime and violence.”
To book a session, visit https://streetdoctors.org/make-an-enquiry/.


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--10 reasons why you should be doing Parkrun

What are you doing on a Saturday morning ?
Lie-in after busy week in work ?
Nursing a hangover after some Friday night excess ?
There is an alternative choice and it ’ s one of the best ways to start your weekend that there is .
Parkrun organise weekly 5km runs across the world .
It is continuing to grow in popularity and the benefits don ’ t stop at improving your fitness .
Here ’ s 10 reasons why you should be doing Parkrun .
Unlike a standard organised race , which could set you back anything from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ every week !
All you need to do is register on the website and print off a copy of your unique barcode .
Your barcode is important , because that is what enters you into the event .
At the end of the run , your barcode is scanned and you will receive an official finish time via SMS and email .
This helps you keep track of your progress , shows where you are in the field and even lets you know when you ’ ve completed a PB ( personal best @ @ @ @ @ @ @ feeling than hitting a PB !
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You don ’ t have to be good at running Every week , thousands of people take part in Parkrun , ranging from bona fide athletes to senior citizens .
You don ’ t even have to run it .
People jog and walk , getting around at their own pace .
The range of participants is very broad .
Amongst the runners you might see people who are blind , wheelchair bound , morbidly obese , disabled , over 80 years old or pushing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inclusive activity going .
4 .
There ’ s one near you No matter where you live in the UK , there will be a Parkrun near you ( Southampton Common ) .
5 .
You can do different courses Just because you live 10 minutes from your local Parkrun doesn ’ t mean you have to do it every week .
Once you are registered , your barcode is valid to participate in any event .
No other prior registration is required , just turn up with your barcode and run .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Regular moderately intensive exercise is good for your heart , will burn calories to help you lose weight and improve your state of mind .
Running produces chemical endorphins in the brain that reduce pain and make you feel good .
Endorphins generate a positive feeling in the body similar to morphine .
When this chemical reaction occurs , it is referred to as ‘ runner ’ s high ’ .
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It ’ s a great way to make new friends One of the most underrated aspects of Parkrun is it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It brings together people from all walks of life in a family atmosphere that is showered in positivity .
There will be lots of people out there who are sceptical about taking up running because they are worried about not fitting in , not being good enough , not knowing anyone or being laughed at by accomplished competitors .
None of those things exist at a Parkrun .
The atmosphere is one of widespread encouragement from front to back .
Once you ’ ve been to a few events you will recognise more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Perhaps most significantly of all , it proves that you don ’ t have to go to the pub to be social .
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It ’ s for serious runners too If you are already a half-decent runner and want to improve your performance , Parkrun will help you do that .
Ultimately you are running against the clock , not others , but nearer the front of the field the competitive edge exists and competing against other ambitious runners will give you the inspiration and drive to exceed your targets .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ involved with Parkrun even if you don ’ t run all the time .
The events survive with the help of volunteer marshals performing a range of roles each week .
No volunteers , no race .
Volunteering can be very rewarding and allows you to put something back into a brilliant activity that you can take advantage of for free .
It ’ s also an even better way to meet new people .
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You can inspire others If you find yourself enjoying Parkrunning , it ’ s only natural @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about it .
Sharing your experiences on social media is commonplace .
If you are proud of your achievements it is perfectly normal to talk about it , but what you might not realise is that in doing so you could be reaching out to people that you can ’ t actually see .
They might be unfit , undermotivated , unhappy or simply looking for a way to improve their health and wellbeing .
Your own achievements can touch other people and inspire them to get out of bed on a Saturday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ registration and to find your local course , visit http : //www.parkrun.org.uk

Parkrun organise weekly 5km runs across the world. It is continuing to grow in popularity and the benefits don’t stop at improving your fitness.
Here’s 10 reasons why you should be doing Parkrun.
1. It’s Free
Unlike a standard organised race, which could set you back anything from £15-£35, Parkrun is free to enter every week! All you need to do is register on the website and print off a copy of your unique barcode.
2. Timing is included
Your barcode is important, because that is what enters you into the event. At the end of the run, your barcode is scanned and you will receive an official finish time via SMS and email. This helps you keep track of your progress, shows where you are in the field and even lets you know when you’ve completed a PB (personal best) and there’s no better feeling than hitting a PB!
3. You don’t have to be good at running
Every week, thousands of people take part in Parkrun, ranging from bona fide athletes to senior citizens.
You don’t even have to run it. People jog and walk, getting around at their own pace.
The range of participants is very broad. Amongst the runners you might see people who are blind, wheelchair bound, morbidly obese, disabled, over 80 years old or pushing prams. It really is the most inclusive activity going.
4. There’s one near you
No matter where you live in the UK, there will be a Parkrun near you (Southampton Common).
5. You can do different courses
Just because you live 10 minutes from your local Parkrun doesn’t mean you have to do it every week. Once you are registered, your barcode is valid to participate in any event. No other prior registration is required, just turn up with your barcode and run.
6. It will improve your health
Regular moderately intensive exercise is good for your heart, will burn calories to help you lose weight and improve your state of mind.
Running produces chemical endorphins in the brain that reduce pain and make you feel good. Endorphins generate a positive feeling in the body similar to morphine. When this chemical reaction occurs, it is referred to as ‘runner’s high’.
7. It’s a great way to make new friends
One of the most underrated aspects of Parkrun is it’s a phenomenal social benefit. It brings together people from all walks of life in a family atmosphere that is showered in positivity.
There will be lots of people out there who are sceptical about taking up running because they are worried about not fitting in, not being good enough, not knowing anyone or being laughed at by accomplished competitors.
None of those things exist at a Parkrun. The atmosphere is one of widespread encouragement from front to back. Once you’ve been to a few events you will recognise more and more familiar faces each week.
Perhaps most significantly of all, it proves that you don’t have to go to the pub to be social.
8. It’s for serious runners too
If you are already a half-decent runner and want to improve your performance, Parkrun will help you do that. Ultimately you are running against the clock, not others, but nearer the front of the field the competitive edge exists and competing against other ambitious runners will give you the inspiration and drive to exceed your targets.
Running Parkrun regularly will make you faster.
9. You can volunteer
It’s possible to still be involved with Parkrun even if you don’t run all the time. The events survive with the help of volunteer marshals performing a range of roles each week. No volunteers, no race.
Volunteering can be very rewarding and allows you to put something back into a brilliant activity that you can take advantage of for free. It’s also an even better way to meet new people.
10. You can inspire others
If you find yourself enjoying Parkrunning, it’s only natural that you will want to tell others about it. Sharing your experiences on social media is commonplace. If you are proud of your achievements it is perfectly normal to talk about it, but what you might not realise is that in doing so you could be reaching out to people that you can’t actually see.
They might be unfit, undermotivated, unhappy or simply looking for a way to improve their health and wellbeing. Your own achievements can touch other people and inspire them to get out of bed on a Saturday morning too.
For more information, registration and to find your local course, visit http://www.parkrun.org.uk


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--Marie Curie asks for Southampton volunteers for Great Daffodil Appeal

A TERMINAL illness charity is urgently calling for volunteers in Southampton to give two hours of their time to hand out the its iconic daffodil pins , in return for donations .
Volunteers will be supporting the upcoming Great Daffodil Appeal , which is Marie Curie ’ s biggest fundraising campaign held every March .
The charity helps people living with a terminal illness and their families make the most of the time they have together by delivering expert hands-on care , emotional support , research and guidance .
According to the charity , the next 10 years will see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the UK , with 75 percent of them needing end-of-life care .
The money raised from the Great Daffodil Appeal will help Marie Curie nurses in Southampton provide expert care to people with terminal illnesses , as well as give support for their loved ones .
Sally Sansom , Marie Curie community fundraiser for Southampton , said : “ Whether you wear a daffodil pin in celebration , in solidarity or in memory of a loved one , you are joining with millions of others to help make sure Marie Curie Nurses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well as providing invaluable support to their families .
“ Volunteering just two hours at a local collection is a great way to show your support and help us raise money to help make sure that we can be there for more people at the end of their lives .
“ Collecting can be a lot of fun too .
You can do it on your own or with family and friends , and we will support you every step of the way .
Volunteering is also an easy way to get involved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people.
” To volunteer for Marie Curie ’ s Great Daffodil Appeal , visit mariecurie.org.uk/collect or call 0800 304 7025 for free .

Volunteers will be supporting the upcoming Great Daffodil Appeal, which is Marie Curie’s biggest fundraising campaign held every March.
The charity helps people living with a terminal illness and their families make the most of the time they have together by delivering expert hands-on care, emotional support, research and guidance.
According to the charity, the next 10 years will see more than six million people will die in the UK, with 75 percent of them needing end-of-life care.
The money raised from the Great Daffodil Appeal will help Marie Curie nurses in Southampton provide expert care to people with terminal illnesses, as well as give support for their loved ones.
Sally Sansom, Marie Curie community fundraiser for Southampton, said: “Whether you wear a daffodil pin in celebration, in solidarity or in memory of a loved one, you are joining with millions of others to help make sure Marie Curie Nurses can care for more people, as well as providing invaluable support to their families.
“Volunteering just two hours at a local collection is a great way to show your support and help us raise money to help make sure that we can be there for more people at the end of their lives.
“Collecting can be a lot of fun too. You can do it on your own or with family and friends, and we will support you every step of the way. Volunteering is also an easy way to get involved in your local community and meet new people.”
To volunteer for Marie Curie’s Great Daffodil Appeal, visit mariecurie.org.uk/collect or call 0800 304 7025 for free.


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--Council praised for hitting housebuilding target

A COUNCIL has been given praise for building more than 2,500 homes .
Test Valley Borough Council ( TVBC ) has received ministerial praise this week for successfully hitting its housebuilding target over the past three years .
Since 2016 , the authority has delivered more than 2,500 new homes , including around 700 new affordable homes - helping people get on the housing ladder and to support those in the greatest need .
The Secretary of State for Housing , Communities and Local Government , Robert Jenrick MP , wrote to the leader of Test Valley Borough Council , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's performance and crediting the authority for “ really rising to the challenge '' .
He added : “ I hope your effort will serve as a source of encouragement for other authorities and demonstrates what is possible when a local authority works with their community to produce a local plan and turns it into a reality . ''
Portfolio Holder for Housing , Councillor Phil Bundy , said : `` It is great for TVBC to receive this acknowledgement .
`` Of course , our success is not just about housing delivery @ @ @ @ @ @ @ homes in the right places , and that we work together across sectors to deliver the jobs and the infrastructure that are needed to accompany new homes .
“ Our borough is open for business and we are actively working with local communities to make a positive difference to people 's lives .
`` We are in the process of developing a new housing strategy and local plan for Test Valley , and looking to the future to determine how we can continue to deliver new homes that meet local residents ' needs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 31st out of 326 local authorities for housing delivery .
TVBC has worked with developers and registered providers to deliver a wide range of new properties to suit a variety of needs , from one-bedroom flats to large family homes .

Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) has received ministerial praise this week for successfully hitting its housebuilding target over the past three years.
Since 2016, the authority has delivered more than 2,500 new homes, including around 700 new affordable homes - helping people get on the housing ladder and to support those in the greatest need.
The Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, Robert Jenrick MP, wrote to the leader of Test Valley Borough Council, Councillor Phil North, praising the council's performance and crediting the authority for “really rising to the challenge".
He added: “I hope your effort will serve as a source of encouragement for other authorities and demonstrates what is possible when a local authority works with their community to produce a local plan and turns it into a reality."
Portfolio Holder for Housing, Councillor Phil Bundy, said: "It is great for TVBC to receive this acknowledgement.
"Of course, our success is not just about housing delivery but about ensuring we build the right homes in the right places, and that we work together across sectors to deliver the jobs and the infrastructure that are needed to accompany new homes.
“Our borough is open for business and we are actively working with local communities to make a positive difference to people's lives.
"We are in the process of developing a new housing strategy and local plan for Test Valley, and looking to the future to determine how we can continue to deliver new homes that meet local residents' needs."
In 2019, TVBC ranked 31st out of 326 local authorities for housing delivery.
TVBC has worked with developers and registered providers to deliver a wide range of new properties to suit a variety of needs, from one-bedroom flats to large family homes.


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--Sale of most polluting wood and coal burned at home to be banned

THE sale of the most polluting fuels burned in household stoves and open fires will be phased out from next year to clean up the air , the Government has said .
Plans to phase out the sale of house coal and wet wood have been confirmed , as part of efforts to tackle tiny particle pollutants known as PM2.5 , which can penetrate deep into lungs and the blood and cause serious health problems .
Wood burning stoves and coal fires are the single largest source of PM2.5 , contributing three times as much of the pollution as road @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) said .
So sales of two of the most polluting fuels , wet wood and house coal , will be phased out from 2021 to 2023 , to give householders and suppliers time to move to cleaner alternatives such as dry wood and manufactured solid fuels .
These produce less smoke and pollution , and are cheaper and more efficient to burn , officials said .
Environment Secretary George Eustice , said : `` Cosy open fires and wood-burning stoves are at the heart of many homes up and down the country @ @ @ @ @ @ @ means that they are also the biggest source of the most harmful pollutant that is affecting people in the UK .
`` By moving towards the use of cleaner fuels such as dry wood we can all play a part in improving the health of millions of people .
`` This is the latest step in delivering on the challenge we set ourselves in our world-leading clean air strategy .
`` We will continue to be ambitious and innovative in tackling air pollution from all sources as we work towards our goal to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ air pollution by 2030 . ''
Sales of all bagged traditional house coal will be phased out by February 2021 , and the sale of loose coal direct to customers via approved coal merchants will end by February 2023 .
Sales of wet wood in units of under two cubic metres will be restricted from sale from February 2021 , to allow for existing stocks to be used up .
Wet wood sold in larger volumes will need to be sold with advice on how to dry it before burning from this date @ @ @ @ @ @ @ solid fuels will also need to show they have a very low sulphur content and only emit a small amount of smoke .

Plans to phase out the sale of house coal and wet wood have been confirmed, as part of efforts to tackle tiny particle pollutants known as PM2.5, which can penetrate deep into lungs and the blood and cause serious health problems.
Wood burning stoves and coal fires are the single largest source of PM2.5, contributing three times as much of the pollution as road transport, the Environment Department (Defra) said.
So sales of two of the most polluting fuels, wet wood and house coal, will be phased out from 2021 to 2023, to give householders and suppliers time to move to cleaner alternatives such as dry wood and manufactured solid fuels.
These produce less smoke and pollution, and are cheaper and more efficient to burn, officials said.
Environment Secretary George Eustice, said: "Cosy open fires and wood-burning stoves are at the heart of many homes up and down the country, but the use of certain fuels means that they are also the biggest source of the most harmful pollutant that is affecting people in the UK.
"By moving towards the use of cleaner fuels such as dry wood we can all play a part in improving the health of millions of people.
"This is the latest step in delivering on the challenge we set ourselves in our world-leading clean air strategy.
"We will continue to be ambitious and innovative in tackling air pollution from all sources as we work towards our goal to halve the harm to human health from air pollution by 2030."
Sales of all bagged traditional house coal will be phased out by February 2021, and the sale of loose coal direct to customers via approved coal merchants will end by February 2023.
Sales of wet wood in units of under two cubic metres will be restricted from sale from February 2021, to allow for existing stocks to be used up.
Wet wood sold in larger volumes will need to be sold with advice on how to dry it before burning from this date, the Government said.
Manufacturers of solid fuels will also need to show they have a very low sulphur content and only emit a small amount of smoke.


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--Readers' letter: Road improvements are helping slow traffic

As someone who lives in Rownhams but worked in Romsey , I disagree with your correspondent Sarah DuPont ( Feb @ @ @ @ @ recent improvements to Romsey town centre .
The paved area around the statue really works @ @ @ @ @ .
The current work will allow trees to be planted which is also very welcome @ @ @ @ @ the choice , other than a few village shops , to go to Southampton or @ @ @ @ @ much nicer place to go and it is good to see Test Valley and Hampshire @ @ @ @ @ to keep it attractive and vibrant .
If Ms Dupont wants to see really bad @ @ @ @ @ Southampton – I know where I prefer .

The paved area around the statue really works and traffic has slowed down.
The current work will allow trees to be planted which is also very welcome.
In Rownhams we have the choice, other than a few village shops, to go to Southampton or Romsey.
Romsey is a much nicer place to go and it is good to see Test Valley and Hampshire councils are doing their bit to keep it attractive and vibrant.
If Ms Dupont wants to see really bad roads I suggest she tries Southampton – I know where I prefer.
Terese Swain
Nursling


thedailyecho--2020-02-22--Spitfire Makers project to be launched in Southampton tomorrow - 80 years after production dispersed

Spitfire Makers project to be launched in Southampton tomorrow - 80 years after production dispersed across the south

IT WAS a devastating attempt to halt production of the Spitfire at the height of the Second World War .
A series of air raids in September 1940 resulted in the destruction of the Supermarine factories in Woolston , Southampton , and extensive damage to surrounding homes .
But production of the iconic fighter aircraft was hastily switched to other locations across the south .
Tomorrow sees the launch of a project to commemorate the women and men who helped maintain the supply of Spitfires to the RAF .
Spitfire Makers aims to mark the 80th anniversary of the bombing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of each location where the aircraft continued to be built .
The sites included sheds and garages , plus a bus depot , a laundry and a stately home .
The last two were featured in the Howard Brenton play The Shadow Factory , which opened the new Nuffield ( City ) Theatre in 2018 and returned this time last year .
Spitfire Makers will be chaired by retired teacher Alan Matlock .
He performed in both runs of the play and set out to find the real stories behind the on-stage action @ @ @ @ @ @ @ locations of Spitfire production around Southampton and further afield .
He was aided by The Supermariners website run by Dave Key , who works at Hursley Park , Winchester - now the home of IBM ( UK ) Ltd 's development laboratory .
Ten weeks after the Woolston raids Hursley Park was requisitioned and became the hub of the Spitfire dispersal programme .
To verify the locations Mr Matlock also followed leads from local and national archive sources , local history groups and comments on social media .
He said : “ Perhaps @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the first-hand accounts of the Spitfire Makers who lived through those turbulent times .
“ Time and again you hear them say , 'We had a job to do and just got on with it ' .
“ We have now confirmed the location of nearly 30 facilities , just within the city boundary .
We want to ensure all these places and the powerful stories of the people who worked in them , are marked in a timely and respectful way.
” The project is being devised in association with the Solent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It will be launched at Shirley Parish Hall with a presentation about the history of the dispersal programme and the aims of the project .

A series of air raids in September 1940 resulted in the destruction of the Supermarine factories in Woolston, Southampton, and extensive damage to surrounding homes.
But production of the iconic fighter aircraft was hastily switched to other locations across the south.
This weekend launch of a project to commemorate the women and men who helped maintain the supply of Spitfires to the RAF.
Spitfire Makers aims to mark the 80th anniversary of the bombing by placing information boards at the site of each location where the aircraft continued to be built.
The sites included sheds and garages, plus a bus depot, a laundry and a stately home.
The last two were featured in the Howard Brenton play The Shadow Factory, which opened the new Nuffield (City) Theatre in 2018 and returned this time last year.
Spitfire Makers will be chaired by retired teacher Alan Matlock.
He performed in both runs of the play and set out to find the real stories behind the on-stage action, tracking down the "hidden" locations of Spitfire production around Southampton and further afield.
He was aided by The Supermariners website run by Dave Key, who works at Hursley Park, Winchester - now the home of IBM (UK) Ltd's development laboratory.
Ten weeks after the Woolston raids Hursley Park was requisitioned and became the hub of the Spitfire dispersal programme.
To verify the locations Mr Matlock also followed leads from local and national archive sources, local history groups and comments on social media.
He said: “Perhaps the most amazing information has come from the first-hand accounts of the Spitfire Makers who lived through those turbulent times.
“Time and again you hear them say, 'We had a job to do and just got on with it'.
“We have now confirmed the location of nearly 30 facilities, just within the city boundary. We want to ensure all these places and the powerful stories of the people who worked in them, are marked in a timely and respectful way.”
The project is being devised in association with the Solent Sky (Southampton) Aviation Museum.
It will be launched at Shirley Parish Hall with a presentation about the history of the dispersal programme and the aims of the project.