thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Fareham house fire after lightning strike

Emergency services rushed to a Hampshire street after a house was `` struck by Lightning '' .
Fire crews from @ @ @ @ @ and Southsea were called to Summerleigh Walk in Fareham yesterday afternoon after a fire started @ @ @ @ @ a house .
Crews used one hose reel jet and two jets to extinguish the @ @ @ @ @ that a lightning strike caused the fire yesterday afternoon .
Witness Mark Hesselmann , who @ @ @ @ @ at the scene , reported that `` lightning struck a roof of a house '' @ @ @ @ @ .

Fire crews from Havant, Fareham, Gosport and Southsea were called to Summerleigh Walk in Fareham yesterday afternoon after a fire started in the loft space of a house.
Crews used one hose reel jet and two jets to extinguish the fire.
The fires in Paulsgrove and Fareham appear to be caused by lightening strikes — Hants Fire Control (@hfrs_control) August 28, 2020
It is believed that a lightning strike caused the fire yesterday afternoon.
Witness Mark Hesselmann, who took pictures of emergency services at the scene, reported that "lightning struck a roof of a house" during a thunder storm yesterday.
More to follow...


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Hampshire teen, 15, accused of terrorism offence to stand trial

A 15-year-old boy , thought to be one of the youngest people charged with terror offences in the UK , @ @ @ @ @ month after pleading not guilty to preparing acts of terrorism .
The child from Eastleigh @ @ @ @ @ identified because of his age , is accused of trying to make bombs containing shrapnel @ @ @ @ @ .
The court heard that the teenager , who converted to Islam this year , @ @ @ @ @ an extremist jihadist mind-set .
He was arrested by Hampshire Police on June 12 and @ @ @ @ @ acts contrary to Section 5 of the Terrorism Act 2006 in connection with Islamist terrorism @ @ @ @ @ East ( CTPSE ) said at the time of his detention .
The boy appeared @ @ @ @ @ detention centre in the Midlands during a 40-minute hearing at Leicester Crown Court on Friday @ @ @ @ @ guilty plea to a charge of preparing acts of terrorism .
Remanding the youngster into @ @ @ @ @ listed a trial back at the crown court in Leicester on September 28 .

The child from Eastleigh, who cannot be identified because of his age, is accused of trying to make bombs containing shrapnel in an Islamic terror plot.
The court heard that the teenager, who converted to Islam this year, is alleged to have developed an extremist jihadist mind-set.
He was arrested by Hampshire Police on June 12 and charged with preparation of terrorist acts contrary to Section 5 of the Terrorism Act 2006 in connection with Islamist terrorism, Counter Terrorism Policing South East (CTPSE) said at the time of his detention.
The boy appeared via video-link from a youth detention centre in the Midlands during a 40-minute hearing at Leicester Crown Court on Friday.
He entered a not guilty plea to a charge of preparing acts of terrorism.
Remanding the youngster into custody, Mrs Justice Cheema-Grubb listed a trial back at the crown court in Leicester on September 28.


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--New Forest braced for visitor spike as bank holiday looms

TOURIST hotspots across Hampshire are braced for a surge in visitors over the bank holiday weekend .
Thousands of people prevented from taking holidays abroad are expected to descend on beauty spots across the county , plus coastal communities between Southampton and Bournemouth .
Many people determined to make the most of the last bank holiday before the winter are likely to head for the New Forest .
Forestry England and other organisations want to avoid any repetition of scenes witnessed earlier this year when cars blocked emergency access gates , hindering the emergency services , and visitors dropped huge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ urging people to `` think carefully '' before setting out .
A spokesperson said : `` There may be times when some of our car parks are very busy , so we ’ re urging people to remember it ’ s their responsibility to follow the coronavirus guidance on staying safe outside their home .
`` We are also reminding people to use official car parks , which are free .
`` Do not park on the grass verges .
Keep highways and gateways clear and leave plenty of room for other road @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be patrolling the New Forest , reminding people that litter can harm the local wildlife and grazing livestock .
`` We advise people to carry a spare bag with them so if litter bins are full , or there is not one nearby , they are able to take their rubbish home .
`` It ’ s important that we all respect the New Forest , whilst enjoying it safely . ''
A spokesperson said : `` We are reminding visitors to follow social distancing rules and respect the New Forest by putting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ home . ''

Thousands of people prevented from taking holidays abroad are expected to descend on beauty spots across the county, plus coastal communities between Southampton and Bournemouth.
Many people determined to make the most of the last bank holiday before the winter are likely to head for the New Forest.
Forestry England and other organisations want to avoid any repetition of scenes witnessed earlier this year when cars blocked emergency access gates, hindering the emergency services, and visitors dropped huge amounts of litter.
Forestry England is urging people to "think carefully" before setting out.
A spokesperson said: "There may be times when some of our car parks are very busy, so we’re urging people to remember it’s their responsibility to follow the coronavirus guidance on staying safe outside their home.
"We are also reminding people to use official car parks, which are free.
"Do not park on the grass verges. Keep highways and gateways clear and leave plenty of room for other road users.
"Rangers and keepers will be patrolling the New Forest, reminding people that litter can harm the local wildlife and grazing livestock.
"We advise people to carry a spare bag with them so if litter bins are full, or there is not one nearby, they are able to take their rubbish home.
"It’s important that we all respect the New Forest, whilst enjoying it safely."
New Forest District Council issued a similar message.
A spokesperson said: "We are reminding visitors to follow social distancing rules and respect the New Forest by putting litter in a bin or taking it home."


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Southampton Street Space voices view over Bassett Avenue cycle lane

A NUMBER of Southampton residents said the decision to remove a controversial cycle lane in the city is “ disappointing ” - but they praised civic chiefs for their effort .
Campaign group Southampton Street Space described the decision to remove a pop-up cycle lane on Bassett Avenue as “ very sad news ” .
But they said they hope the city will learn from the trial .
The news comes as earlier this week Southampton City Council confirmed it will remove the temporary cycle lane between Winchester Road roundabout and Chilworth Road roundabout .
The measures had sparked concerns @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which was introduced in May .
But the temporary cycle lane will be removed by September 3 following “ a steady increase in traffic ” .
In a statement , campaign group Southampton Street Space , said : “ It is disappointing to lose a safe cycle route at this time but we understand that that Bassett Avenue bit is tricky because it is so close to the motorway junction .
Safe , comfortable and direct active travel routes are needed for life , not just for lockdown !
Continuing with the status @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an option if we ’ re serious about addressing the crises of our age , the climate emergency , chronic air pollution and physical inactivity .
Southampton City Council have made great progress in recent years - addressing this need for change .
We hope lessons have been learned from the trial , and this is just a minor setback in achieving the joined-up active travel corridors we so desperately need.
” The city council said it will be delivering a series of permanent schemes around Southampton as part of a three-year programme @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said this programme includes “ a breadth of bold and ambitious projects ” to prioritise sustainable travel in both residential areas and on key corridors into the city .
The SCN5 corridor along The Avenue and Bassett Avenue forms “ an important part of this programme ” , the council said.ett Avenue forms “ an important part of this programme ” , the council said .

Campaign group Southampton Street Space described the decision to remove a pop-up cycle lane on Bassett Avenue as “very sad news”.
But they said they hope the city will learn from the trial.
The news comes as earlier this week Southampton City Council confirmed it will remove the temporary cycle lane between Winchester Road roundabout and Chilworth Road roundabout.
The measures had sparked concerns and a heated debate over the scheme which was introduced in May.
But the temporary cycle lane will be removed by September 3 following “a steady increase in traffic”.
In a statement, campaign group Southampton Street Space, said: “It is disappointing to lose a safe cycle route at this time but we understand that that Bassett Avenue bit is tricky because it is so close to the motorway junction. Safe, comfortable and direct active travel routes are needed for life, not just for lockdown! Continuing with the status quo on our streets is no longer an option if we’re serious about addressing the crises of our age, the climate emergency, chronic air pollution and physical inactivity. Southampton City Council have made great progress in recent years - addressing this need for change. We hope lessons have been learned from the trial, and this is just a minor setback in achieving the joined-up active travel corridors we so desperately need.”
The city council said it will be delivering a series of permanent schemes around Southampton as part of a three-year programme funded by the government.
The authority said this programme includes “a breadth of bold and ambitious projects” to prioritise sustainable travel in both residential areas and on key corridors into the city.
The SCN5 corridor along The Avenue and Bassett Avenue forms “an important part of this programme”, the council said.ett Avenue forms “an important part of this programme”, the council said.


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Landslip cleared on railway line near Micheldever

Engineers worked through the night to clear a landslip-hit railway line after tonnes of mud blocked the track .
The blockage , which came after heavy rain , was first reported on the Weymouth-Waterloo line in Hampshire on Thursday when passengers had to be taken off a train .
It caused major disruption as the line had to be closed while engineers assessed the damage and worked out a plan to remove the spoil and debris and repair the affected track .
The landslip happened at the entrance to Waller 's Ash tunnel , Micheldever , near Winchester .
South @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and bus replacement services were also arranged between affected stations .
CrossCountry trains between Basingstoke and Southampton were diverted via Salisbury .
The removal work continued yesterday and throughout the night .
Pictures from Network Rail show abseilers and big diggers on site helping to clear the obstruction .
A temporary wall has been created and the line has now reopened this morning following safety checks .
The area will be permanently stabilised in further work being planned .
It is warned that train services running past the site this morning may still @ @ @ @ @ @ @

The blockage, which came after heavy rain, was first reported on the Weymouth-Waterloo line in Hampshire on Thursday when passengers had to be taken off a train.
It caused major disruption as the line had to be closed while engineers assessed the damage and worked out a plan to remove the spoil and debris and repair the affected track.
The landslip happened at the entrance to Waller's Ash tunnel, Micheldever, near Winchester.
South Western Railway trains were diverted via Havant and bus replacement services were also arranged between affected stations.
CrossCountry trains between Basingstoke and Southampton were diverted via Salisbury.
The removal work continued yesterday and throughout the night.
Pictures from Network Rail show abseilers and big diggers on site helping to clear the obstruction.
A temporary wall has been created and the line has now reopened this morning following safety checks. The area will be permanently stabilised in further work being planned.
It is warned that train services running past the site this morning may still be cancelled, delayed or revised.


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Annual Southampton Naked Bike Ride cancelled amid coronavirus pandemic

SOUTHAMPTON 'S World Naked Bike Ride has been cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic .
Organisers have announced that the event will not go ahead this year due to Government advice around the current coronavirus crisis .
In a statement on Facebook , organiser Barry Freeman said : `` With the evenings drawing in and with no improvement in the coronavirus pandemic situation it is now clear that , despite our best hopes , there will not be a 2020 World Naked Bike Ride in Southampton .
`` In fact , matters got a little worse today : legislation introduced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also now means that anyone who organises or facilitates a gathering of more that 30 people that is in the breach of coronavirus regulations risks receiving a £10,000 fine .
`` Members of the public who attend also risk a £100 fine , which can double for each incident up to a total of £3,200 .
`` Stay safe and we 'll hopefully be able to ride in June 2021 . ''
• World Naked Bike Ride returns to the streets of Southampton - 2017 Last year , dozens of cyclist got together @ @ @ @ @ @ @ through the city .
The event was held in a bid to highlight the hazards cyclists face as well as the truth of the environmental crisis .
The ride began at Southampton Common , with participants painting slogans such as ‘ nude not rude ’ on their body .
John Reagan , 53 , a chef from Portswood , took part in the ride in 2019 .
Speaking to a Daily Echo reporter at the event , he said : ” Cycling is a safe way to travel .
“ We are doing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are loads of us on the roads .
“ Why can ’ t they see us when we have clothes on but they can see us when we are naked ? ''

Organisers have announced that the event will not go ahead this year due to Government advice around the current coronavirus crisis.
In a statement on Facebook, organiser Barry Freeman said: "With the evenings drawing in and with no improvement in the coronavirus pandemic situation it is now clear that, despite our best hopes, there will not be a 2020 World Naked Bike Ride in Southampton.
"In fact, matters got a little worse today: legislation introduced today (Friday, August 28) also now means that anyone who organises or facilitates a gathering of more that 30 people that is in the breach of coronavirus regulations risks receiving a £10,000 fine.
"Members of the public who attend also risk a £100 fine, which can double for each incident up to a total of £3,200.
"Stay safe and we'll hopefully be able to ride in June 2021."
Last year, dozens of cyclist got together to bare all as they rode nude through the city.
The event was held in a bid to highlight the hazards cyclists face as well as the truth of the environmental crisis.
The ride began at Southampton Common, with participants painting slogans such as ‘nude not rude’ on their body.
John Reagan, 53, a chef from Portswood, took part in the ride in 2019.
Speaking to a Daily Echo reporter at the event, he said:” Cycling is a safe way to travel.
“We are doing this to make people aware. There are loads of us on the roads.
“Why can’t they see us when we have clothes on but they can see us when we are naked?"


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Damaged yacht towed to Isle of Wight by Cowes lifeboat crews

A 26-foot yacht , in danger of being seriously damaged on rocks and a wall by heavy winds , was @ @ @ @ @ crews early this morning near the Isle of Wight .
The boat , with a @ @ @ @ @ slightly damaged its rudder because of rocks at Old Castle Point , East Cowes , @ @ @ @ @ .
The man , who was resting in the cabin when the lifeboat arrived on @ @ @ @ @ aground during the night .
Lifeboat helm , Neil Archer , said , “ There @ @ @ @ @ half metre swell at the time of our arrival , and the situation could only @ @ @ @ @ tide turned , pushing the yacht well on to the wall.
” The lifeboat , @ @ @ @ @ towed the boat to Trinity Landing ; it returned to station around 8am .

The boat, with a young man aboard, had slightly damaged its rudder because of rocks at Old Castle Point, East Cowes, preventing it going to port. The man, who was resting in the cabin when the lifeboat arrived on the scene, had gone aground during the night.
Lifeboat helm, Neil Archer, said, “There was a one and a half metre swell at the time of our arrival, and the situation could only have got worse when the tide turned, pushing the yacht well on to the wall.”
The lifeboat, which had launched at 6.30am towed the boat to Trinity Landing; it returned to station around 8am.


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--The best pub gardens in Southampton - do you agree?

Pub gardens will be packed with thirsty punters this weekend , in pursuit of ice-cold drinks and a slice of sunshine .
The question of where to enjoy a summer 's day in Southampton can be a difficult one , with a choice of bars , pub patios and pretty restaurant terraces .
We 've put together a list of some of our favourite beer gardens below .
Let us know in the comments if we 've missed out your favourite .
The Roll Call has a stunning garden of epic proportions , with a huge lawn for the little @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been lovingly cared for with beautiful flower beds , trailing plants and plenty of seating .
The Horns Inn has a huge patio garden with ample seating and umbrellas in case the sun becomes a bit too bothersome .
The traditional pub has a selection of real ales for you to enjoy and there is on site parking .
The Brewhouse has a beautiful fairy light laden garden that is the most magical spot on a summer evening .
The garden has colour beach huts as well as a lawn and patio @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reopen since the introduction of lockdown , The Rockstone has a brilliant patio garden which is the ideal place to sample one of their many real ales .
With an extensive drinks menu and dirty burgers , the Rockstone is a pub with a twist and the ideal place to get your bubble together this weekend .
The Two Brothers has a huge garden with a patio and lawn big which is big enough for the little ones to enjoy .
Owned by the Sizzler chain there is something to suit almost everyone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ peckish .

The question of where to enjoy a summer's day in Southampton can be a difficult one, with a choice of bars, pub patios and pretty restaurant terraces.
We've put together a list of some of our favourite beer gardens below.
Let us know in the comments if we've missed out your favourite.
The Roll Call
Woolston Road, SO31 5FJ, 023 8045 2358
The Roll Call has a stunning garden of epic proportions, with a huge lawn for the little ones to play on.
The garden has been lovingly cared for with beautiful flower beds, trailing plants and plenty of seating.
The Horns Inn
Nursling, SO16 0XA, 02380 733300
The Horns Inn has a huge patio garden with ample seating and umbrellas in case the sun becomes a bit too bothersome.
The traditional pub has a selection of real ales for you to enjoy and there is on site parking.
Brewhouse and Kitchen
Highfield Lane, SO17 1QD, 023 8055 5566
The Brewhouse has a beautiful fairy light laden garden that is the most magical spot on a summer evening.
The garden has colour beach huts as well as a lawn and patio area for families.
The Rockstone
Although yet to reopen since the introduction of lockdown, The Rockstone has a brilliant patio garden which is the ideal place to sample one of their many real ales.
With an extensive drinks menu and dirty burgers, the Rockstone is a pub with a twist and the ideal place to get your bubble together this weekend.
The Two Brothers
Wessex Road, SO18 3NN, 023 8046 6698
The Two Brothers has a huge garden with a patio and lawn big which is big enough for the little ones to enjoy.
Owned by the Sizzler chain there is something to suit almost everyone's budget if you become a little peckish.


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Hampshire police launch dashcam dangerous driving scheme

In the past few years , the number of road users with cameras have increased dramatically .
Whether that ’ s dash cameras in cars , or helmet cameras on bikes , many people now have cameras to protect themselves if incidents occur .
Hampshire Constabulary are taking advantage of these extra eyes on the road by launching their Hants SNAP scheme , where anyone with footage of a potentially dangerous incident can submit it to the police .
While prosecutions from this footage have been possible before , as in an incident of road rage with presenter Jeremy Vine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the process .
The scheme has been trialled since August last year with a focus on incidents that put pedestrians and cyclists at risk .
Under the trial scheme , 261 incidents were reported , with further action taken in 29 % ( 76 ) cases , of which five entailed a full criminal investigation .
This has now been opened up to all road users , and road offences , with the exception of collisions and some other offences which should be reported by calling 101 , or online .
To be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : • Be reported within seven days • Not have been deleted from your device • Not be shared on social media • Show between one to two minutes either side of the incident Users must also answer some questions , and provide a witness statement , before the footage is sent to decision makers who will assess whether a prosecution is proportionate , and if the footage contains enough evidence .
Hampshire Constabulary ’ s Summary Justice Unit manager , Conor Curtis , said : “ Those who drive carelessly or dangerously @ @ @ @ @ @ @ against them .
“ We have already dealt with a range of offences , including driving without due care and attention , failing to comply with a red light and driving on a hard shoulder .
“ As we increase the scope of the initiative , we continue to see examples of these incidents .
“ In the majority of cases where we do take action , the person submitting the footage won ’ t need to do anything further , and wouldn ’ t be contacted by us again .
We will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a case is prosecuted at court , which is a small percentage .
“ Hants SNAP enables us to protect all road users that need our help and to save lives.
” Footage can be submitted by going to the SNAP site or on the Hampshire Constabulary website .

Whether that’s dash cameras in cars, or helmet cameras on bikes, many people now have cameras to protect themselves if incidents occur.
Hampshire Constabulary are taking advantage of these extra eyes on the road by launching their Hants SNAP scheme, where anyone with footage of a potentially dangerous incident can submit it to the police.
While prosecutions from this footage have been possible before, as in an incident of road rage with presenter Jeremy Vine, this new scheme aims to streamline the process.
The scheme has been trialled since August last year with a focus on incidents that put pedestrians and cyclists at risk. Under the trial scheme, 261 incidents were reported, with further action taken in 29% (76) cases, of which five entailed a full criminal investigation.
This has now been opened up to all road users, and road offences, with the exception of collisions and some other offences which should be reported by calling 101, or online.
To be considered by police, the footage must:
Be reported within seven days
Not be edited
Not have been deleted from your device
Not be shared on social media
Show between one to two minutes either side of the incident
Users must also answer some questions, and provide a witness statement, before the footage is sent to decision makers who will assess whether a prosecution is proportionate, and if the footage contains enough evidence.
Hampshire Constabulary’s Summary Justice Unit manager, Conor Curtis, said: “Those who drive carelessly or dangerously on our roads will have action taken against them.
“We have already dealt with a range of offences, including driving without due care and attention, failing to comply with a red light and driving on a hard shoulder.
“As we increase the scope of the initiative, we continue to see examples of these incidents.
“In the majority of cases where we do take action, the person submitting the footage won’t need to do anything further, and wouldn’t be contacted by us again. We will only get in touch with people if a case is prosecuted at court, which is a small percentage.
“Hants SNAP enables us to protect all road users that need our help and to save lives.”
Footage can be submitted by going to the SNAP site or on the Hampshire Constabulary website.


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Winchester businesses assess high street flood damage

BUSINESSES and organisations in the centre of Winchester have started counting the costs of flash floods .
Torrential rain covered the High Street causing many businesses to act quickly and save what stock they could .
Many remained closed yesterday while they assessed the damage that the floods have caused .
Noman Qureshi , of Fone World , pictured below , said that the store has had to throw away more than £3,000 worth of stock .
He said : “ I wasn ’ t expecting this heavy flood , but yesterday the whole shop was washed out .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the city – it was kind of dangerous .
The water was around two-feet high and we just tried to save all the important things “ We ’ ve had around 100 pieces of luggage which we ’ ve just had to throw it away .
“ We have lost a lot - it all went into the floods.
” The shop has had to rip up its carpet and have been cleaning all day to keep the business going .
Chococo , in High Street , has not been able to open @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but hopes to be serving takeaways this weekend .
Co-founder Claire Burnet told the Echo : “ Our store manager sent us a video just after 5 o ’ clock saying ‘ help the store is flooding ’ - it showed water pouring in .
“ It [ the water ] has gone all the way through , all over to the storage cupboard was flooded .
“ Luckily they were really quick and managed to save everything that was on the bottom shelves.
” The business has had electricians in today , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the store fell victim to the floods .
Claire added : “ It is heartbreaking as this has been a tough year with lockdown .
We reopened when we were allowed to and gradually bringing it back .
“ It was only just coming back and it is heartbreaking to have this now.
” Claire said that her husband cleared the drains outside of their shop to prevent any further damage .
Also cleaning up today were Welcome Gospel Church , on the corner of Colebrook Street .
Members Andrew and Joy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have spent the day evaluating what could be saved .
Andrew said : “ Thankfully we are not as bad as some .
Nobody was here so we didn ’ t know until 5.30pm when people rang us up and said ‘ what about Welcome , have you seen the pictures on the news ’ .
“ There was a lot of black deposit from the water .
I think the water came in at the front and from the side as well – it was very wet in the back.
” So @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out some books and Bibles , along with some donations meant for missionaries .
They said that their chairs can be saved , but they are unsure of the extent of the damage to their vintage parquet flooring .

Torrential rain covered the High Street causing many businesses to act quickly and save what stock they could.
Many remained closed yesterday while they assessed the damage that the floods have caused.
Noman Qureshi, of Fone World, pictured below, said that the store has had to throw away more than £3,000 worth of stock.
He said: “I wasn’t expecting this heavy flood, but yesterday the whole shop was washed out.
“The water flowed from the top of the city – it was kind of dangerous. The water was around two-feet high and we just tried to save all the important things
“We’ve had around 100 pieces of luggage which we’ve just had to throw it away.
“We have lost a lot - it all went into the floods.”
The shop has had to rip up its carpet and have been cleaning all day to keep the business going.
Image by Lawrence Chiari
Chococo, in High Street, has not been able to open today as they assess the damage, but hopes to be serving takeaways this weekend.
Co-founder Claire Burnet told the Echo: “Our store manager sent us a video just after 5 o’clock saying ‘help the store is flooding’ - it showed water pouring in.
“It [the water] has gone all the way through, all over to the storage cupboard was flooded.
“Luckily they were really quick and managed to save everything that was on the bottom shelves.”
The business has had electricians in today, but a gelato cabinet at the front of the store fell victim to the floods.
Claire added: “It is heartbreaking as this has been a tough year with lockdown. We reopened when we were allowed to and gradually bringing it back.
“It was only just coming back and it is heartbreaking to have this now.”
Claire said that her husband cleared the drains outside of their shop to prevent any further damage.
Also cleaning up today were Welcome Gospel Church, on the corner of Colebrook Street.
Members Andrew and Joy Beer, along with Bruce Gates, have spent the day evaluating what could be saved.
Andrew said: “Thankfully we are not as bad as some. Nobody was here so we didn’t know until 5.30pm when people rang us up and said ‘what about Welcome, have you seen the pictures on the news’.
“There was a lot of black deposit from the water. I think the water came in at the front and from the side as well – it was very wet in the back.”
So far the church has had to throw out some books and Bibles, along with some donations meant for missionaries.
They said that their chairs can be saved, but they are unsure of the extent of the damage to their vintage parquet flooring.


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Gang supplied 'life-destroying' substances to Basingstoke

EIGHT people have been jailed for a total of 36 years for supplying `` life-destroying '' substances in a Hampshire town .
One of the gang , Jack Oliveira , 20 , of Lambeth , London , was also sentenced for having a cocked and loaded sawn-off shotgun in a public place .
The eight defendants , who were involved in a county lines gang known as the G-Man line , were jailed at Winchester Crown Court in a three-day sentencing that ended today .
They had all pleaded guilty to offences of conspiring to supply heroin and cocaine in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gang ’ s motivation was money - `` purely and simply '' .
There was little or no thought given to the consequences of this `` terrible trade '' and the `` resulting havoc it wreaks upon the lives in the grip of addiction '' .
Following the sentencing , Judge Barnett praised the police officers involved in investigating the complex case .
`` He said : `` I would like to pay an enormous tribute to the officers who brought this case to justice .
This was outstanding work .
The sheer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the complicating factors . ''
The judge added : `` People who take these drugs ruin their lives .
They are life-destroying substances and those who are concerned in supplying them bear the condemnation of society . ''
Basingstoke ’ s District Commander , Chief Inspector Karen McManus , added : `` This sentencing demonstrates that we will do everything in our power to stop Basingstoke being targeted by violent drugs networks because we know the harm and misery they cause to our communities .
“ These sentences demonstrate that those who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ such an evil trade need to look over their shoulders at all times because we are coming after you .
“ Investigations such as this require painstaking work and thanks to the determination , professionalism and persistence of our officers , staff and legal team , this dangerous gang has now been completely dismantled .
“ With the community supporting us and being our eyes and ears on the ground , we were able to make these arrests and get some very dangerous people and weapons off our streets . ''
Three people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Zani , 20 , of Tewkesbury Close , Popley , admitted two offences of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs .
He was sentenced to seven years and four months in a Young Offenders ' Institution for both counts , to run concurrently .
Louis Robinson-Ventour , 20 , of Ashmead Road , Feltham , admitted two offences of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs .
He was sentenced to six years and eight months in a Young Offenders ' Institution on both counts to run concurrently .
Matthew Temple , 47 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , admitted two counts of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs .
He was sentenced to four years and eight months imprisonment for both counts to run concurrently.. Temple further admitted two counts of driving while disqualified and was sentenced to four months imprisonment on both counts , to run concurrently with the original sentence .
He was also banned from driving for seven years .
Jack Oliveira , 21 , of Lambeth , admitted two offences of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs in Basingstoke .
He was sentenced to three years @ @ @ @ @ @ @ each count , to run concurrently .
He also admitted possession of the sawn-off shotgun in a public place and was sentenced to five years imprisonment in a Young Offenders ' Institution .
The sentence will also run concurrently .
Abdirahman Abdi , 21 , of Briscoe Close , Hounslow , admitted two offences of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs in Basingstoke and was sentenced to two years and eight months in a Young Offenders ' Institution .
He also pleaded guilty to a conspiracy to supply Class A drugs in Hounslow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years and four months , again to run concurrently .
At an earlier trial , Abdi had denied being in possession of a prohibited weapon in a public place .
He was found not guilty by a jury .
Dexta Newman-Parsons , 18 , of Quantock Close , Basingstoke , admitted two charges of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs in Basingstoke .
He was sentenced to 20 months - suspended for two years .
He was also ordered to complete 100 hours ' Community Payback work .
The court heard he was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the conspiracy .
He was 15 when he first got involved in the network .
Two people were sentenced on August 7 .
Mohammed Zazai , 20 , of Sussex Avenue , Isleworth , was arrested in September of 2019 and the investigating officers discovered that he was running another Class A crack cocaine and heroin drug line in Hounslow .
He pleaded guilty to two offences of being concerned in supplying Class A drugs , namely cocaine and heroin between March 1 , 2019 and September 2 , 2019 in the Hounslow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years in a Young Offenders ' Institution .
Zazai further admitted being concerned in the supply of Class B Cannabis between July 1 , 2018 and May 31 , 2019 .
He was sentenced to two years in a Young Offenders Institution , also to run concurrently .
Ayodeji Ade-Olisaemeka , 20 , of Colson Road , Loughton , pleaded guilty to six counts of conspiring to supply Class A drugs , namely heroin and cocaine , in Basingstoke , , Borehamwood at Hertford .
He was sentenced to three years on each @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
All counts to run concurrently .

One of the gang, Jack Oliveira, 20, of Lambeth, London, was also sentenced for having a cocked and loaded sawn-off shotgun in a public place.
The eight defendants, who were involved in a county lines gang known as the G-Man line, were jailed at Winchester Crown Court in a three-day sentencing that ended today.
They had all pleaded guilty to offences of conspiring to supply heroin and cocaine in Basingstoke.
Prosecutor Mark Ruffell said the gang’s motivation was money - "purely and simply". There was little or no thought given to the consequences of this "terrible trade" and the "resulting havoc it wreaks upon the lives in the grip of addiction".
Following the sentencing, Judge Barnett praised the police officers involved in investigating the complex case.
"He said: "I would like to pay an enormous tribute to the officers who brought this case to justice. This was outstanding work. The sheer scale of this enquiry was just one of the complicating factors."
The judge added: "People who take these drugs ruin their lives. They are life-destroying substances and those who are concerned in supplying them bear the condemnation of society."
Basingstoke’s District Commander, Chief Inspector Karen McManus, added: "This sentencing demonstrates that we will do everything in our power to stop Basingstoke being targeted by violent drugs networks because we know the harm and misery they cause to our communities.
“These sentences demonstrate that those who seek to make money out of plying such an evil trade need to look over their shoulders at all times because we are coming after you.
“Investigations such as this require painstaking work and thanks to the determination, professionalism and persistence of our officers, staff and legal team, this dangerous gang has now been completely dismantled.
“With the community supporting us and being our eyes and ears on the ground, we were able to make these arrests and get some very dangerous people and weapons off our streets."
Three people were sentenced on August 27.
Jeffrey Zani, 20, of Tewkesbury Close, Popley, admitted two offences of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs. He was sentenced to seven years and four months in a Young Offenders' Institution for both counts, to run concurrently.
Louis Robinson-Ventour, 20, of Ashmead Road, Feltham, admitted two offences of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs. He was sentenced to six years and eight months in a Young Offenders' Institution on both counts to run concurrently.
Matthew Temple, 47, of Mendip Close, Buckskin, Basingstoke, admitted two counts of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs. He was sentenced to four years and eight months imprisonment for both counts to run concurrently..
Temple further admitted two counts of driving while disqualified and was sentenced to four months imprisonment on both counts, to run concurrently with the original sentence. He was also banned from driving for seven years.
Three people were sentenced today.
Jack Oliveira, 21, of Lambeth, admitted two offences of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs in Basingstoke. He was sentenced to three years in a Young Offenders' Institution on each count, to run concurrently.
He also admitted possession of the sawn-off shotgun in a public place and was sentenced to five years imprisonment in a Young Offenders' Institution. The sentence will also run concurrently.
Abdirahman Abdi, 21, of Briscoe Close, Hounslow, admitted two offences of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs in Basingstoke and was sentenced to two years and eight months in a Young Offenders' Institution.
He also pleaded guilty to a conspiracy to supply Class A drugs in Hounslow and was given a sentence of four years and four months, again to run concurrently.
At an earlier trial, Abdi had denied being in possession of a prohibited weapon in a public place. He was found not guilty by a jury.
Dexta Newman-Parsons, 18, of Quantock Close, Basingstoke, admitted two charges of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs in Basingstoke. He was sentenced to 20 months - suspended for two years.
He was also ordered to complete 100 hours' Community Payback work. The court heard he was the youngest person arrested as part of the conspiracy. He was 15 when he first got involved in the network.
Two people were sentenced on August 7.
Mohammed Zazai, 20, of Sussex Avenue, Isleworth, was arrested in September of 2019 and the investigating officers discovered that he was running another Class A crack cocaine and heroin drug line in Hounslow.
He pleaded guilty to two offences of being concerned in supplying Class A drugs, namely cocaine and heroin between March 1, 2019 and September 2, 2019 in the Hounslow area. He was sentenced to five years in a Young Offenders' Institution.
Zazai further admitted being concerned in the supply of Class B Cannabis between July 1, 2018 and May 31, 2019. He was sentenced to two years in a Young Offenders Institution, also to run concurrently.
Ayodeji Ade-Olisaemeka, 20, of Colson Road, Loughton, pleaded guilty to six counts of conspiring to supply Class A drugs, namely heroin and cocaine, in Basingstoke,, Borehamwood at Hertford.
He was sentenced to three years on each count in a Young Offenders' Institution. All counts to run concurrently.


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Maskers Theatre Company cancels performance after actor rushed to hospital

A PLAY due to be performed in Southampton tomorrow has been cancelled because one of the actors has been taken to hospital with appendicitis .
Maskers Theatre Company , which has been entertaining audiences since 1968 , was due to stage a performance of Park Life at St James Park in Shirley as part of a tour of the city .
A statement on the group 's website says the performance has been postponed `` due to unforeseen circumstances '' .
A Maskers spokesperson told the Daily Echo : `` Our performance at St James Park can not now go @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taken to hospital with appendicitis . ''
The actor will be replaced by playwright Brian Stansbridge , who has agreed to step into the breach .
The spokesperson said : `` Brian is the author and the director , so he might as well be in it as well . ''
Park Life is set in current times reflects on life in the lockdown .
The synopsis says : `` In the summer of 2020 the park is the place to go - there is not much else to do .
`` Two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the park and chat , struggling with social distancing and the new ways of the world .
`` They share their stories , their joys and sadness and find they have something in common - they are both alone .
`` But lockdown provides a solution that did n't exist and few short months ago - a bubble . ''
The play has been written to be performed in the parks and gardens and to bring light entertainment to the people of Southampton .
Park Life will be staged at St Andrew 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the following day .
The cast will give a private performance for Portswood residents on September 13 , with the actors reprising their roles at Freemantle Lake Park on September 19 .
Licences to perform in the parks have been granted and the theatre company says all the necessary coronavirus precautions will be taken .
Audience numbers will be monitored if required and numbers restricted .
Performances are free and no tickets are needed .

Maskers Theatre Company, which has been entertaining audiences since 1968, was due to stage a performance of Park Life at St James Park in Shirley as part of a tour of the city.
A statement on the group's website says the performance has been postponed "due to unforeseen circumstances".
A Maskers spokesperson told the Daily Echo: "Our performance at St James Park cannot now go ahead as a cast member has been taken to hospital with appendicitis."
The actor will be replaced by playwright Brian Stansbridge, who has agreed to step into the breach.
The spokesperson said: "Brian is the author and the director, so he might as well be in it as well."
Park Life is set in current times reflects on life in the lockdown.
The synopsis says: "In the summer of 2020 the park is the place to go - there is not much else to do.
"Two people of a certain age meet in the park and chat, struggling with social distancing and the new ways of the world.
"They share their stories, their joys and sadness and find they have something in common - they are both alone.
"But lockdown provides a solution that didn't exist and few short months ago - a bubble."
The play has been written to be performed in the parks and gardens and to bring light entertainment to the people of Southampton.
Park Life will be staged at St Andrew's Park on September 5 and Riverside Park the following day. The cast will give a private performance for Portswood residents on September 13, with the actors reprising their roles at Freemantle Lake Park on September 19.
Licences to perform in the parks have been granted and the theatre company says all the necessary coronavirus precautions will be taken.
Audience numbers will be monitored if required and numbers restricted. Performances are free and no tickets are needed.


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--These are the latest items to be recalled by supermarkets

An urgent product recall alert has been issued by the Food Standards Agency ( FSA ) on products sold at supermarket chains and high street retailers such as Asda , Lidl , Holland & Barrett , Iceland , Tesco and Ocado .
Here 's a round-up of the latest items to be recalled .
Retail company SPAR have urgently recalled a popular chicken meal after it was found to contain a number of undeclared items - posing a significant threat for those with allergies .
A spokesperon from the company said : `` As a precaution , we are recalling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as due to a packaging error the product is seafood risotto and may include Milk , Mollusc , Fish and Gluten which is not declared on the label .
The recall affects products with the Best Before Date of October 2021 only .
( BBE 10/21 ) '' We advise anyone who has purchased this item to return to store for a full refund .
No other SPAR products or batch codes are affected .
T '' hat means the product could be a health risk for anyone with an allergy to fish @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or intolerance to milk or milk constituents , and/or to wheat ( gluten ) . ''
The product being recalled comes in 600g packages .
The Food Standards Agency said : `` If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to fish and/or molluscs , and/or an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents and/or wheat ( gluten ) , do not eat it .
`` Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund . ''
Lidl GB have recalled Deluxe Dark @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because the product might contain salmonella .
• Product name : Deluxe Dark Chocolate Muesli Bar with Brazils and Cranberries Lidl said : `` If you have bought the above product do not eat it .
Instead , return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund .
`` Lidl GB wishes to apologise for any inconvenience caused .
`` Any customers with queries or concerns can contact Customer Services on 0370 444 1234 or customer.services @ lidl.co.uk . ''
Hand2Mouth Ltd have recalled various products containing Brazil @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This recall is linked to FSA-PRIN-37-2020 and FSA-PRIN-38-2020 .
The products were sold in stores such as Asda , Tesco , Sainsbury 's and Iceland .
The items on the recall list are : • Best before : August 2020 to June 2021 • Best before : August 2020 to June 2021 • Best before : August 2020 to June 2021 • Best before : August 2020 to June 2021 • Best before : August 2020 to June 2021 • Best before : August 2020 to June 2021 If you have bought any @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them .
Instead , return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund .
What have the Paleo Foods Co. recalled ?
The Paleo Foods Co. have recalled Cocoa & Hazelnut Grain-Free Granola containing Brazil nuts because they may contain salmonella .
The products have been sold in stores such as Holland & Barrett , Amazon , Selfridges and Ocado .
The products on the recall list include : Again , if you have bought any of the above products do not eat them .
Instead , return @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were bought for a full refund .
What have Rude Health Food Ltd recalled ?
Rude Health Food Ltd has taken the precautionary step of recalling The Ultimate Muesli containing brazil nuts because they may contain salmonella .
The products were sold in stores such as Amazon , Holland & Barrett , Sainsbury 's , Waitrose and Ocado .
The item on the recall list is : If you have bought the above product , do not eat it .
Instead , return it to the store from where it was bought for @ @ @ @

Here's a round-up of the latest items to be recalled.
What have SPAR recalled?
Retail company SPAR have urgently recalled a popular chicken meal after it was found to contain a number of undeclared items - posing a significant threat for those with allergies.
A spokesperon from the company said: "As a precaution, we are recalling our Chicken & Prawn Paella 600g, as due to a packaging error the product is seafood risotto and may include Milk, Mollusc, Fish and Gluten which is not declared on the label.
The recall affects products with the Best Before Date of October 2021 only. (BBE 10/21)
"We advise anyone who has purchased this item to return to store for a full refund. No other SPAR products or batch codes are affected.
T"hat means the product could be a health risk for anyone with an allergy to fish, and/or molluscs, and/or an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents, and/or to wheat (gluten)."
The product being recalled comes in 600g packages.
The Food Standards Agency said: "If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to fish and/or molluscs, and/or an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents and/or wheat (gluten), do not eat it.
"Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund."
What have Lidl recalled?
Lidl GB have recalled Deluxe Dark Chocolate Muesli Bar with Brazils and Cranberries because the product might contain salmonella.
Product name: Deluxe Dark Chocolate Muesli Bar with Brazils and Cranberries
Pack size: 3 x 45g
Best before/end of: August 2020, September 2020, October 2020, December 2020, January 2021, February 2021, March 2021, April 2021
Lidl said: "If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
"Lidl GB wishes to apologise for any inconvenience caused.
"Any customers with queries or concerns can contact Customer Services on 0370 444 1234 or customer.services@lidl.co.uk."
What have Hand2Mouth Ltd recalled?
Hand2Mouth Ltd have recalled various products containing Brazil nuts because they may contain salmonella.
This recall is linked to FSA-PRIN-37-2020 and FSA-PRIN-38-2020.
The products were sold in stores such as Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury's and Iceland.
The items on the recall list are:
Eat Natural fruit & nut bar brazil & sultana with peanuts and almonds
Pack size: 35g bar
Best before: August 2020 to June 2021
Eat Natural fruit & nut bar brazil & sultana with peanuts and almonds
Pack size: 50g bar
Best before: August 2020 to June 2021
Eat Natural fruit & nut bars brazil & sultana with peanuts and almonds
Pack size: 4x35g multipack
Best before: August 2020 to June 2021
Eat Natural fruit & nut bars brazil & sultana with peanuts and almonds
Pack size: 3x50g multipack
Best before: August 2020 to June 2021
Eat Natural fruit & nut bars brazil & sultana with peanuts and almonds
Pack size: 12x50g counter pack
Best before: August 2020 to June 2021
Eat Natural 20 assorted fruit & nut bars brazil & sultana with peanuts and almonds
Pack size: 20x50g assorted mix pack
Best before: August 2020 to June 2021
HEMA Natural Bar Fruit & Nut
Pack size: 50g bar
Best before: 31 August 2020, 30 November 2020, 28 February 2021, 31 March 2021
HEMA Natural Bar Fruit & Nut
Pack size: 16x50g bar
Best before: 31 August 2020, 30 November 2020, 28 February 2021, 31 March 2021
If you have bought any of the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
What have the Paleo Foods Co. recalled?
The Paleo Foods Co. have recalled Cocoa & Hazelnut Grain-Free Granola containing Brazil nuts because they may contain salmonella.
The products have been sold in stores such as Holland & Barrett, Amazon, Selfridges and Ocado.
The products on the recall list include:
Paleo Foods Cocoa & Hazelnut Grain-Free Granola
Pack size: 285g pack
Best before: August 2020, September 2020, October 2020, November 2020, January 2021, February 2021, March 2021
Paleo Foods Cocoa & Hazelnut Grain-Free Granola
Pack size: 6x285g pack
Best before: August 2020, September 2020, October 2020, November 2020, January 2021, February 2021, March 2021
Again, if you have bought any of the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
Customers should email: hello@paleofoodscompany.com.
What have Rude Health Food Ltd recalled?
Rude Health Food Ltd has taken the precautionary step of recalling The Ultimate Muesli containing brazil nuts because they may contain salmonella.
The products were sold in stores such as Amazon, Holland & Barrett, Sainsbury's, Waitrose and Ocado.
The item on the recall list is:
Rude Health The Ultimate Muesli
Pack size: 500g
Best before: 12 June 2021, 24 June 2021, 20 July 2021, 21 July 2021
If you have bought the above product, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--PHOTOS: Waterside Raft Race in 1990 –were you there?

SEVEN sturdy regulars and a lady helmsman from Hythe 's Fountain Court Hotel won the village 's fourth annual raft @ @ @ @ @ in a row .
Each of the 500-strong laughing and cheering spectators that gathered on @ @ @ @ @ to witness the spectacle got as wet as the enthusiastic raftsmen as the heavens opened @ @ @ @ @ .
Splashing around the pier on a motley assortment of 24 craft – constructed of @ @ @ @ @ more at home on the scrapyard than racing around Southampton Water – were members of @ @ @ @ @ businesses and organisations .
All were out to have , and provide , fun while @ @ @ @ @ RNLI .
The first team to cross the line in the ladies race were the @ @ @ @ @ .
The Best Presented Raft award went to Hythe Police on board Flying Squad .

Each of the 500-strong laughing and cheering spectators that gathered on the village prom and pier to witness the spectacle got as wet as the enthusiastic raftsmen as the heavens opened on August 19, 1990.
Splashing around the pier on a motley assortment of 24 craft – constructed of brightly coloured bits and pieces more at home on the scrapyard than racing around Southampton Water – were members of local clubs, pubs, businesses and organisations.
All were out to have, and provide, fun while raising much-needed cash for the RNLI.
The first team to cross the line in the ladies race were the Gleneagles Racers from Gleneagles pub.
The Best Presented Raft award went to Hythe Police on board Flying Squad.


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--LETTER - Saints should hang their heads in shame

What an appalling decision for Saints to team up with a betting firm as its new sponsor .
Why would @ @ @ @ @ to encourage gambling , a hideous addiction ?

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thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Is there a cure for hangovers? (We may finally have an answer)

A team of researchers might have discovered a legitimate cure for hangovers - according to a new study .
Here 's everything you need to know .
What did the study find ?
The study , which was published in the journal Alcohol and Alcoholism , found that an amino acid called L-cysteine was enough to reduce the classic symptoms of a hangover , like headaches and nausea .
The findings said : “ The primary results based on correlational analysis showed the L-cysteine prevents or alleviates hangover , nausea , headache , stress and anxiety .
“ For hangover @ @ @ @ @ @ @ apparent with the L-cysteine dose of 1200mg and for stress and anxiety already with the dose of 600mg.
” In the conclusion section of the study , researchers wrote that “ these effects of L-cysteine are unique and seem to have a future in preventing or alleviating these harmful symptoms as well as reducing the risk of alcohol addiction.
” How was the study conducted ?
The study recruited voluntary , healthy participants to take part in the research .
“ The hangover study was randomised , double blind and placebo controlled , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ group of 19 men were randomly given either placebo or L-cysteine tablets .
The alcohol dose was 1.5g/kg , which was consumed over a three hour period .
How to help cure a hangover If , like most normal people , you don ’ t happen to have L-cysteine tablets lying around , there are other ways to avoid and treat hangovers .
The NHS has compiled a list of ways to help avoid a hangover : • Don ’ t drink more than what you know you can handle • Do not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not drink dark coloured drinks if you ’ re sensitive to them , as they contain natural chemicals called congeners , which irritate blood vessels and tissue in the brain and can make a hangover worse • Drink water or non-alcoholic drinks between each alcoholic drink • Drink a pint of water before you go to sleep To treat a hangover , the NHS advises “ rehydrating your body to help you deal with the painful symptoms.
” Painkillers will help deal with headaches and muscle cramps , and sugary food can help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ states that , in some cases , an antacid may be needed to settle your stomach first .
“ Bouillon soup ( a thin , vegetable based broth ) is a good source of vitamins and minerals , which can top up depleted resources , ” the NHS says .
You can also replace lost fluids by drinking bland liquids that are gentle on your digestive system .

Here's everything you need to know.
What did the study find?
The study, which was published in the journal Alcohol and Alcoholism, found that an amino acid called L-cysteine was enough to reduce the classic symptoms of a hangover, like headaches and nausea.
The findings said: “The primary results based on correlational analysis showed the L-cysteine prevents or alleviates hangover, nausea, headache, stress and anxiety.
“For hangover, nausea and headache the results were apparent with the L-cysteine dose of 1200mg and for stress and anxiety already with the dose of 600mg.”
In the conclusion section of the study, researchers wrote that “these effects of L-cysteine are unique and seem to have a future in preventing or alleviating these harmful symptoms as well as reducing the risk of alcohol addiction.”
How was the study conducted?
The study recruited voluntary, healthy participants to take part in the research.
“The hangover study was randomised, double blind and placebo controlled,” according to the researchers.
A group of 19 men were randomly given either placebo or L-cysteine tablets. The alcohol dose was 1.5g/kg, which was consumed over a three hour period.
How to help cure a hangover
If, like most normal people, you don’t happen to have L-cysteine tablets lying around, there are other ways to avoid and treat hangovers.
The NHS has compiled a list of ways to help avoid a hangover:
Don’t drink more than what you know you can handle
Do not drink on an empty stomach
Do not drink dark coloured drinks if you’re sensitive to them, as they contain natural chemicals called congeners, which irritate blood vessels and tissue in the brain and can make a hangover worse
Drink water or non-alcoholic drinks between each alcoholic drink
Drink a pint of water before you go to sleep
To treat a hangover, the NHS advises “rehydrating your body to help you deal with the painful symptoms.”
Painkillers will help deal with headaches and muscle cramps, and sugary food can help you feel less trembly. The NHS states that, in some cases, an antacid may be needed to settle your stomach first.
“Bouillon soup (a thin, vegetable based broth) is a good source of vitamins and minerals, which can top up depleted resources,” the NHS says.
You can also replace lost fluids by drinking bland liquids that are gentle on your digestive system.


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--LETTER - Is it not time to stop funding the BBC?

I MUST wade in on the debacle of `` Last Night of the Proms '' .
The answer lies in both the BBC broadcasting and the presentation .
This is part of our country and the lines `` Britons never , never , never shall be slaves '' .
If you look at those lines this country values its freedom of speech and freedom to live as we choose within the laws of the land which protects us all .
We are a truly diverse nation including many cultures and religions .
Yes , we have not as of yet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Indian heritage once said to me he came here because he loved our culture , beliefs and way of life .
That is why so many from all over the world are desperate to live here .
Why did they invite a conductor from Finland to preside over the proceedings who stated as reported our iconic proms needs revamping ?
If she does not like it I am sure there are many conductors ready to jump in .
The BBC has a lot to answer for .
Yes Covid has changed the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ argument they put up is very weak .
Choirs all over the world could be bought together with social distancing on zoom and be a fantastic part of the finale .
We pay the BBC 's high wages , we are their employers .
British Broadcasting means they are here to broadcast not get politically involved .
Living without the Beeb would not be a problem .
I will think carefully about contributing to the inflated wages of the decision makers and revoke my licence .
The group `` Defund the BBC `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ great and many of the stations on radio who do not rely on licence fee money have now got the edge on the Beeb .
It is a shame to de-fund the BBC as they are respected the world over but their arrogance is now beyond a joke and the money saved would be better off in my pocket .

The answer lies in both the BBC broadcasting and the presentation.
This is part of our country and the lines "Britons never, never, never shall be slaves".
If you look at those lines this country values its freedom of speech and freedom to live as we choose within the laws of the land which protects us all.
We are a truly diverse nation including many cultures and religions.
Yes, we have not as of yet got everything right but as one gentleman of Indian heritage once said to me he came here because he loved our culture, beliefs and way of life.
That is why so many from all over the world are desperate to live here.
Why did they invite a conductor from Finland to preside over the proceedings who stated as reported our iconic proms needs revamping?
If she does not like it I am sure there are many conductors ready to jump in.
The BBC has a lot to answer for.
Yes Covid has changed the rules but technology is fantastic, the argument they put up is very weak.
Choirs all over the world could be bought together with social distancing on zoom and be a fantastic part of the finale.
We pay the BBC's high wages, we are their employers.
British Broadcasting means they are here to broadcast not get politically involved.
Living without the Beeb would not be a problem.
I will think carefully about contributing to the inflated wages of the decision makers and revoke my licence.
The group "Defund the BBC " has got it right.
Netflix is great and many of the stations on radio who do not rely on licence fee money have now got the edge on the Beeb.
It is a shame to de-fund the BBC as they are respected the world over but their arrogance is now beyond a joke and the money saved would be better off in my pocket.
Christine Cassell
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Romsey mustn't be swallowed by Winchester, Southampton or Eastleigh

I READ with interest the letter from your correspondent from Romsey on Friday 21st August concerning the former brewery site in Romsey .
Town and country planning is a difficult and delicate matter .
On the one hand we want to maintain the quality and character of an area as attractive as Romsey and its surroundings .
However , we know our young people have as much right and need to get on the housing ladder as earlier generations .
Conservative councillors have done a good job in planning for Romsey over the years by maintaining its character , unlike @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has a much more down-market feel to it .
Criticism is easy but finding solutions is harder , so it is important the present consultation is taken as an opportunity to come up with solutions .
Compulsory purchase as Lib Dems propose for prominent sites may seem a good idea , but how would any of your readers feel about having their property seized in this way ?
This would set a dangerous precedent , after all , where would this end ?
What we do need a statutory greenbelt that stops Romsey @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into Eastleigh .
This is an opportunity for positive ideas and not just criticism with no workable solutions .

Town and country planning is a difficult and delicate matter.
On the one hand we want to maintain the quality and character of an area as attractive as Romsey and its surroundings.
However, we know our young people have as much right and need to get on the housing ladder as earlier generations.
Conservative councillors have done a good job in planning for Romsey over the years by maintaining its character, unlike Lib Dem controlled Eastleigh which by contrast has a much more down-market feel to it.
Criticism is easy but finding solutions is harder, so it is important the present consultation is taken as an opportunity to come up with solutions.
Compulsory purchase as Lib Dems propose for prominent sites may seem a good idea, but how would any of your readers feel about having their property seized in this way?
This would set a dangerous precedent, after all, where would this end?
What we do need a statutory greenbelt that stops Romsey being subsumed into Southampton, or Winchester into Eastleigh.
This is an opportunity for positive ideas and not just criticism with no workable solutions.
Alan Higginson
Valley Park


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Armed police close off centre of Southampton

A MAN was injured after being shot with ' a pellet gun ' after reports that two people were seen with `` long barrelled firearms '' .
The pair were allegedly seen on the roof above Specsavers and Poundland on Above Bar Street , Hampshire Constabulary said .
Armed police then shut off part of Southampton city centre .
• LIVE : Armed police in Southampton as city centre closed off Officers cordoned off the high street , as well as surrounding roads , following the call at 3.41pm as they carried out their investigations .
However , following an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ officers scouring roofs , `` no one has been located , no one has been reported injured to us and we have not received any further calls , '' the force said .
• Hampshire police put out statement after pair with 'firearms ' seen At 6pm , a police spokesperson said : `` We were called at 3.41pm to reports of two people on the roofs above Specsavers and Poundland on Above Bar Street .
`` Several people reported that the two people were holding what looked like long barrelled firearms .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ carry out a thorough search .
`` At this time , no one has been located .
We have not received any further calls .
`` One man has since been reported injured , not seriously , in the leg with what believe is a pellet gun injury .
We therefore believe those seen were carrying air weapons .
`` Officers have since left the area .
Enquiries into who was involved is ongoing . ''
The cordons were lifted at around 6pm .
Police officers have stayed on the scene to continued @ @ @

The pair were allegedly seen on the roof above Specsavers and Poundland on Above Bar Street, Hampshire Constabulary said.
Armed police then shut off part of Southampton city centre.
Armed police on the scene
Officers cordoned off the high street, as well as surrounding roads, following the call at 3.41pm yesterday (Saturday) as they carried out their investigations.
However, following an extensive hour-long search - which included armed officers scouring roofs, "no one has been located, no one has been reported injured to us and we have not received any further calls," the force said.
Police cordoned off the area
At 6pm, a police spokesperson said: "We were called at 3.41pm to reports of two people on the roofs above Specsavers and Poundland on Above Bar Street.
"Several people reported that the two people were holding what looked like long barrelled firearms.
"Officers deployed to the area to carry out a thorough search.
"At this time, no one has been located. We have not received any further calls.
"One man has since been reported injured, not seriously, in the leg with what believe is a pellet gun injury. We therefore believe those seen were carrying air weapons.
"Officers have since left the area. Enquiries into who was involved is ongoing."
The cordons were lifted at around 6pm.
Police officers have stayed on the scene to continued their investigation.


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--LIVE: Armed police in Southampton as city centre closed off

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thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Hampshire police put out statement after pair with 'firearms' seen

HAMPSHIRE police has put out a statement after armed police closed off the centre of Southampton this afternoon .
It said : `` You may seen some increased police activity in the city centre in the last hour and this is because we were called at 3.41pm to reports of two people on the roofs above Specsavers and Poundland on Above Bar Street .
• LIVE : Armed police in Southampton as city centre closed off `` It was reported that the two people were holding what looked like long barrelled firearms so we deployed to the area to carry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can confirm that at this time , ( approx an hour later ) no one has been located , no one has been reported injured to us and we have not received any further calls .
However , we remain at the scene and enquiries into the reports are ongoing .
`` We know it ’ s the start of a bank holiday weekend and the town centre is busy , however we would ask that people try to avoid Above Bar Street , Portland Terrace and Bargate while we deal with this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ again when we have more info . ''

It said: "You may seen some increased police activity in the city centre in the last hour and this is because we were called at 3.41pm to reports of two people on the roofs above Specsavers and Poundland on Above Bar Street.
"It was reported that the two people were holding what looked like long barrelled firearms so we deployed to the area to carry out a thorough search.
"We can confirm that at this time, (approx an hour later) no one has been located, no one has been reported injured to us and we have not received any further calls. However, we remain at the scene and enquiries into the reports are ongoing.
"We know it’s the start of a bank holiday weekend and the town centre is busy, however we would ask that people try to avoid Above Bar Street, Portland Terrace and Bargate while we deal with this incident.
"We'll update you again when we have more info."


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--King Alfred's Way: Cycling UK creates new route

A NEW 220-mile cycle route around the ancient country of Wessex has been created , which bike chiefs hope will `` quench '' the public 's thirst for adventure .
Named King Alfred ’ s Way , the off-road route has taken charity Cycling UK three years to create and takes riders through 10,000 years of history .
The loop of gravel tracks and off-road trails cuts through the heart of Hampshire , as well as neighbouring Wiltshire , Surrey and Berkshire countryside .
The route connects four of England ’ s National Trails : North Downs Way , South @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Sophie Gordon , Cycling UK ’ s campaigns officer behind the creation of King Alfred ’ s Way , said : “ The pandemic has understandably changed the British public ’ s appetite for foreign travel but with King Alfred ’ s Way we ’ re hoping to at least quench its thirst for adventure .
“ There ’ s no need to fly or , for many , even travel far for a challenging trip .
King Alfred ’ s Way is 220 miles of literal ups and downs looping through @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thatched cottages , Iron Age hill forts and stone circles.
” Named after the Anglo-Saxon ruler of the ancient kingdom , riders will pass iconic locations including World Heritage Sites at Stonehenge and Avebury and Iron Age hill forts at Old Sarum and Barbury Castle , while also riding straight through the heart of quintessential England .
The route was developed by upgrading certain sections of footpath to allow cycling , and also includes existing bridleways , byways and quiet country lanes .
“ 73 years ago , legislation was passed which led @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and long-distance trails , ” added Sophie , referring to the Countryside Act 1947 .
“ It ’ s a godsend for walkers , but for ramblers with bikes not a lot has been done since then in terms of improving access for cycling .
“ With King Alfred ’ s Way we want to show what is possible if we fill those missing links between our national trails and start making the countryside accessible for everyone – walkers , horse riders and cyclists.
” To date @ @ @ @ @ @ @ route .
“ This is a truly fantastic route which will take you past well-known landmarks and along some hidden gems .
`` However , Cycling UK would urge everyone contemplating riding King Alfred ’ s Way to make sure they are aware of and observe current public health advice related to managing the pandemic before doing so.
” To date , six riders have ridden the complete route .

Named King Alfred’s Way, the off-road route has taken charity Cycling UK three years to create and takes riders through 10,000 years of history.
The loop of gravel tracks and off-road trails cuts through the heart of Hampshire, as well as neighbouring Wiltshire, Surrey and Berkshire countryside.
The route connects four of England’s National Trails: North Downs Way, South Downs Way, Ridgeway and Thames Path.
Sophie Gordon, Cycling UK’s campaigns officer behind the creation of King Alfred’s Way, said: “The pandemic has understandably changed the British public’s appetite for foreign travel but with King Alfred’s Way we’re hoping to at least quench its thirst for adventure.
“There’s no need to fly or, for many, even travel far for a challenging trip. King Alfred’s Way is 220 miles of literal ups and downs looping through a quintessential southern England made up of thatched cottages, Iron Age hill forts and stone circles.”
Named after the Anglo-Saxon ruler of the ancient kingdom, riders will pass iconic locations including World Heritage Sites at Stonehenge and Avebury and Iron Age hill forts at Old Sarum and Barbury Castle, while also riding straight through the heart of quintessential England.
The route was developed by upgrading certain sections of footpath to allow cycling, and also includes existing bridleways, byways and quiet country lanes.
“73 years ago, legislation was passed which led to the creation of our national parks, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and long-distance trails,” added Sophie, referring to the Countryside Act 1947.
“It’s a godsend for walkers, but for ramblers with bikes not a lot has been done since then in terms of improving access for cycling.
“With King Alfred’s Way we want to show what is possible if we fill those missing links between our national trails and start making the countryside accessible for everyone – walkers, horse riders and cyclists.”
To date, six riders have ridden the complete route.
Sophie added: “This is a truly fantastic route which will take you past well-known landmarks and along some hidden gems.
"However, Cycling UK would urge everyone contemplating riding King Alfred’s Way to make sure they are aware of and observe current public health advice related to managing the pandemic before doing so.”
To view the route, visit: www.cyclinguk.org


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Woman in hospital after incident in Basingstoke

HUNT for men who entered Hampshire home and assaulted occupants with weapons - leaving one in hospital .
Hampshire police @ @ @ @ @ entered the address in Cromwell Road , Basingstoke with weapons and assaulted the occupants , @ @ @ @ @ outside for them in a vehicle .
The incidents occurred just after 8.30pm yesterday .
@ @ @ @ @ a woman in her 40s , has suffered serious head injuries as a result and @ @ @ @ @ treatment .
It is believed the men then left the address and got into a @ @ @ @ @ the area .
Nothing has been reported as stolen at this time .
Officers investigating @ @ @ @ @ enquiries in the local area today .
Anyone with information who can help identify those @ @ @ @ @ 101 and quote 44200331960 .
A spokesperson for the police said : `` We would @ @ @ @ @ anyone who was driving through the area at this time who has dash cam footage @ @ @ @ @ private CCTV .
Please get in touch . ''

Hampshire police says that approximately two men entered the address in Cromwell Road, Basingstoke with weapons and assaulted the occupants, with a third male waiting outside for them in a vehicle.
The incidents occurred just after 8.30pm yesterday.
One of the occupants, a woman in her 40s, has suffered serious head injuries as a result and is currently in hospital receiving treatment.
It is believed the men then left the address and got into a nearby white car before leaving the area.
Nothing has been reported as stolen at this time.
Officers investigating the incident are carrying out enquiries in the local area today.
Anyone with information who can help identify those responsible are asked to call 101 and quote 44200331960.
A spokesperson for the police said: "We would specifically like to hear from anyone who was driving through the area at this time who has dash cam footage, and residents who have private CCTV. Please get in touch."


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Council teams begin clean-up after torrential rain floods Winchester

TEAMS have been out cleaning up the aftermath of torrential rain that brought flash floods to Winchester .
Photos show Hampshire County Council teams cleaning up Winchester High Street and surrounding areas after floods submerged shop floors , bins and even cars .
Already , local businesses and organisations are starting to worry about the cost of the damage the flooding has caused .
Noman Qureshi , of Fone World , said that the store has had to throw away more than £3,000 worth of stock .
The shop has had to rip up its carpet and have been cleaning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The floods caused travel misery in the city , as roads were closed and rail networks blocked .
The main rail route from London to the south coast was blocked by a landslip , and emergency services were called out to a number of roads with blocked drains .
It was reported that there were major delays on bus services coming in and out of the city 's bus station because of flooding to the Broadway .
There was also flooding at Airlie Corner and Christchurch Road in Winchester 's Stanmore area @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was also closed due to flooding .
Speaking to the Daily Echo , Winchester man Sam Buller said the water went all the way up to The Guildhall .
He said : “ It was all the way up to my knees .
I walked in it and it was a very strong current .
You can see all the silt and everything that ’ s come down from the main road.
” Another Winchester resident , who did not wish to be named , said : “ It filled about 60 per @ @ @ @ @ @ @

Photos show Hampshire County Council teams cleaning up Winchester High Street and surrounding areas after floods submerged shop floors, bins and even cars.
Already, local businesses and organisations are starting to worry about the cost of the damage the flooding has caused.
Noman Qureshi, of Fone World, said that the store has had to throw away more than £3,000 worth of stock.
The shop has had to rip up its carpet and have been cleaning all day to keep the business going.
The floods caused travel misery in the city, as roads were closed and rail networks blocked.
The main rail route from London to the south coast was blocked by a landslip, and emergency services were called out to a number of roads with blocked drains.
It was reported that there were major delays on bus services coming in and out of the city's bus station because of flooding to the Broadway.
There was also flooding at Airlie Corner and Christchurch Road in Winchester's Stanmore area.
Winchester Services on the southbound M3 was also closed due to flooding.
Speaking to the Daily Echo, Winchester man Sam Buller said the water went all the way up to The Guildhall.
He said: “It was all the way up to my knees. I walked in it and it was a very strong current. You can see all the silt and everything that’s come down from the main road.”
Another Winchester resident, who did not wish to be named, said: “It filled about 60 per cent of the high street.”


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Another man appears in court in connection with alleged murder

ANOTHER man has appeared in court charged in connection with the alleged murder of Gurinderjit Rai last summer .
Morgan @ @ @ @ @ of hiding a sawn-off shotgun and ammunition to impede the investigation into four alleged murderers @ @ @ @ @ , from Eastleigh , in the Corhampton layby shooting on July 13 last year , @ @ @ @ @ , Paul White and Corin Barlow .
Tarrant is also accused of possession of a @ @ @ @ @ can not be revealed because of legal reasons .
He was remanded on conditional bail @ @ @ @ @ Court on September 16 .

Morgan Tarrant, 21 is accused of hiding a sawn-off shotgun and ammunition to impede the investigation into four alleged murderers of Mr Rai, 30, from Eastleigh, in the Corhampton layby shooting on July 13 last year, Aston Hannis, Charlie Statham, Paul White and Corin Barlow.
Tarrant is also accused of possession of a shotgun.
His current address cannot be revealed because of legal reasons.
He was remanded on conditional bail to appear at Winchester Crown Court on September 16.


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Bomb disposal experts investigating device at Ryde Police Station

BOMB disposal experts are currently at Ryde Police Station — to make safe a potentially explosive device .
The Royal @ @ @ @ @ is on site following the location of a small device , which was secured for @ @ @ @ @ A police spokesperson said : `` The item is being investigated and made safe as @ @ @ @ @ is very small and will not cause any disruption to the wider property or community @ @ @ @ @ road closures in the area and our policing service continues as normal . ''

The Royal Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal team is on site following the location of a small device, which was secured for safety at the station.
A police spokesperson said: "The item is being investigated and made safe as we speak.
"It is very small and will not cause any disruption to the wider property or community.
"There are no road closures in the area and our policing service continues as normal."


thedailyecho--2020-08-29--Best indoor activities to keep kids entertained when it’s raining

The best indoor activities to keep kids entertained when it 's raining have been revealed .
The UK weather is known to be temperamental , and as every parent knows , a rainy day back up plan is often required .
To help you out , here are some ideas for keeping your child entertained if the heavens try to rain on your parade this summer .
1 ) Go to the cinema We have all been a bit deprived of the full movie experience in recent months , with cinemas around the country closing down due to lockdown .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ business , a rainy day in the summer holidays is the perfect time for your children to see the films they were excited about pre-lockdown .
Whether you choose to bake a cake , pastries or biscuits , baking a sweet treat is a great way to teach your child the basics of baking .
And who does n't love a sweet snack to improve on a rainy day ?
Get your child ’ s creative mind racing , with a bit of painting .
Watercolour painting or finger painting are always much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , if you want to keep your house and their clothes clean , it ’ s a good idea to fashion a painting apron from a bin bag or another easy to find plastic sheeting .
Pillow forts are a rainy day staple , and one that will make many happy memories for years to come .
Use anything from your sofa cushions , bed cushions , mattresses , bed sheets to fashion the fort structure and pop in some fairy lights to make it an extra cosy place to escape to when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ games are a great way to spend quality time with the whole family .
A game of Scrabble is a sneaky way for children to brush up on their spelling skills before they head back to school , while a trivia game may even help their history grades .
Museums are not only fascinating places that inspire young children and adults alike , they are crucial to educating your children on the important events of the past , and even try to look into the future .
The Science Museum in London is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ book your free tickets in advance .
Additionally , the Natural History Museum in London is also open and you can pre book tickets here .
Trampoline parks definitely help to ensure your child is getting enough exercise on rainy summer days .
So why not swap the playstation for one of these bouncy indoor play parks ?
8 ) Play a new sport in your local leisure centre Leisure centres reopened in England last month after months of temporary closures .
Most local leisure centres offer clubs for a wide variety of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one-off activities too to help you get out of the house on a rainy day .
Badminton , squash , tennis and gymnastics are all great sports to introduce to your child if they don ’ t play one already .
Swimming pools reopened in England last month , just in time for summer .
If you child does n't yet know how to swim , the summer holidays is an ideal time to give them some intensive lessons without the distraction of real school lessons .
However , if you child knows @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a great way to really make it feel like the holidays have started , even if you are not heading abroad this summer .
If it ’ s raining outside , why not mix things up and head somewhere that snows inside ?
This will get your kids prepared for the real slopes if you have a skiing holiday coming up in the winter months , or simply give your child a new skill and a totally new experience .
Snozone in Milton Keynes and Castleford and Basingstoke are now open for business @ @ @ @ @ @ @ activities online .
Mask wearing is also compulsory everywhere except the restaurants , however this comes with the added benefit of keeping your child ’ s nose nice and warm on the slopes .
11 ) Get adventurous in the kitchen Rainy days are a great way to brush up on some culinary skills , and make some unique dinners in the process .
Try engaging your child when cooking to help them learn this basic life skill which will no doubt keep them entertained for hours .
Letting your child play video @ @ @ @ @ @ @ however if they play in moderation , video games are a great way to keep your kids entertained .
They can also be a very social activity , if they play games with their friends as part of a sleepover or even just through a headset .
There are many indoor rollerblading discos and halls across the UK , which allow both you and your child to enjoy this high energy activity while keeping perfectly dry .
When the weather is cold and miserable outside , why not make it colder but considerably @ @ @ @ @ @ @ local ice rink ?
Even if you are n't the most elegant person on the ice this will surely be a day out for your kids to remember .
Knitting may sound like something for the older generation but this creative task is also a great way to convert your child ’ s energy into a more calming experience for you both .
You can order string online and there are many knitting youtube channels to follow .
It will also give your child a new skill - what ’ s not to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to open up new worlds for your child when the real world is cold and wet outside .
Head to your local library to collect some new books for your child for the summer period for free .
Help your child transform into their favourite characters by checking out the stock in your local charity shops .
Charity shops always have creative fabrics and accessories perfect for making fun new costumes for your child .
If you have a greenhouse , a utility room or simply some pot plants on your windowsills , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nice and healthy .
Giving them their own pot plant to nurture over the holidays is a fun pet project to fill some of their time .
Now that you are allowed guests to stay overnight once more , your child can again enjoy a sleepover with their friends .
However , make sure not to invite any more than six other people from two households if you live in England .
This game is a classic for a reason .
It is easy and fun and makes childhood memories for years to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the bed , behind the sofa - just make sure to childproof any cabinets with unsafe products inside .
Although cinemas are now open again , having an indoor film night in your pyjamas is an entirely different experience and a great way to pass a rainy day .
Equally , unlike a cinema , you can watch as many films as you like back to back for free .

The UK weather is known to be temperamental, and as every parent knows, a rainy day back up plan is often required.
To help you out, here are some ideas for keeping your child entertained if the heavens try to rain on your parade this summer.
1) Go to the cinema
We have all been a bit deprived of the full movie experience in recent months, with cinemas around the country closing down due to lockdown.
So now that they are back in business, a rainy day in the summer holidays is the perfect time for your children to see the films they were excited about pre-lockdown.
2) Do some baking
Whether you choose to bake a cake, pastries or biscuits, baking a sweet treat is a great way to teach your child the basics of baking.
And who doesn't love a sweet snack to improve on a rainy day?
3) Painting
Get your child’s creative mind racing, with a bit of painting.
Watercolour painting or finger painting are always much loved activities among little ones.
However, if you want to keep your house and their clothes clean, it’s a good idea to fashion a painting apron from a bin bag or another easy to find plastic sheeting.
4) Build a fort
Pillow forts are a rainy day staple, and one that will make many happy memories for years to come.
Use anything from your sofa cushions, bed cushions, mattresses, bed sheets to fashion the fort structure and pop in some fairy lights to make it an extra cosy place to escape to when the rain begins to pour.
5) Play board games
Board games are a great way to spend quality time with the whole family.
A game of Scrabble is a sneaky way for children to brush up on their spelling skills before they head back to school, while a trivia game may even help their history grades.
6) Visit a Museum
Museums are not only fascinating places that inspire young children and adults alike, they are crucial to educating your children on the important events of the past, and even try to look into the future.
The Science Museum in London is now open, however you must pre book your free tickets in advance. Additionally, the Natural History Museum in London is also open and you can pre book tickets here.
7) Go trampolining
Trampoline parks definitely help to ensure your child is getting enough exercise on rainy summer days.
So why not swap the playstation for one of these bouncy indoor play parks?
8) Play a new sport in your local leisure centre
Leisure centres reopened in England last month after months of temporary closures. Most local leisure centres offer clubs for a wide variety of sports but you can also enquire about one-off activities too to help you get out of the house on a rainy day.
Badminton, squash, tennis and gymnastics are all great sports to introduce to your child if they don’t play one already.
9) Go swimming
Swimming pools reopened in England last month, just in time for summer.
If you child doesn't yet know how to swim, the summer holidays is an ideal time to give them some intensive lessons without the distraction of real school lessons.
However, if you child knows how to keep afloat, swimming is a great way to really make it feel like the holidays have started, even if you are not heading abroad this summer.
10) Go indoor skiing or snowboarding
If it’s raining outside, why not mix things up and head somewhere that snows inside?
This will get your kids prepared for the real slopes if you have a skiing holiday coming up in the winter months, or simply give your child a new skill and a totally new experience.
Snozone in Milton Keynes and Castleford and Basingstoke are now open for business, however you must book your preferred activities online.
Mask wearing is also compulsory everywhere except the restaurants, however this comes with the added benefit of keeping your child’s nose nice and warm on the slopes.
11) Get adventurous in the kitchen
Rainy days are a great way to brush up on some culinary skills, and make some unique dinners in the process.
Try engaging your child when cooking to help them learn this basic life skill which will no doubt keep them entertained for hours.
12) Play video games
Letting your child play video games often gets a bad rap, however if they play in moderation, video games are a great way to keep your kids entertained.
They can also be a very social activity, if they play games with their friends as part of a sleepover or even just through a headset.
13) Go rollerblading
There are many indoor rollerblading discos and halls across the UK, which allow both you and your child to enjoy this high energy activity while keeping perfectly dry.
14) Go ice skating
When the weather is cold and miserable outside, why not make it colder but considerably less miserable with a trip to your local ice rink?
Even if you aren't the most elegant person on the ice this will surely be a day out for your kids to remember.
15) Try some knitting
Knitting may sound like something for the older generation but this creative task is also a great way to convert your child’s energy into a more calming experience for you both.
You can order string online and there are many knitting youtube channels to follow. It will also give your child a new skill - what’s not to love?
16) Head to the library
Reading is a fantastic way to open up new worlds for your child when the real world is cold and wet outside.
Head to your local library to collect some new books for your child for the summer period for free.
17) Play dress up
Help your child transform into their favourite characters by checking out the stock in your local charity shops.
Charity shops always have creative fabrics and accessories perfect for making fun new costumes for your child.
18) Do some indoor gardening
If you have a greenhouse, a utility room or simply some pot plants on your windowsills, help educate your child about keeping plants nice and healthy.
Giving them their own pot plant to nurture over the holidays is a fun pet project to fill some of their time.
19) Have a sleepover with friends
Now that you are allowed guests to stay overnight once more, your child can again enjoy a sleepover with their friends.
However, make sure not to invite any more than six other people from two households if you live in England.
20) Play hide and seek
This game is a classic for a reason. It is easy and fun and makes childhood memories for years to come. Hide in cupboards, under the bed, behind the sofa - just make sure to childproof any cabinets with unsafe products inside.
21) Have a film night
Although cinemas are now open again, having an indoor film night in your pyjamas is an entirely different experience and a great way to pass a rainy day.
Equally, unlike a cinema, you can watch as many films as you like back to back for free.


thedailyecho--2020-08-30--Hampshire police make second arrest after Southampton gun drama

POLICE have arrested a second man after armed officers shut down Southampton city centre yesterday .
A 21-year-old from the city is in custody this morning after being arrested on suspicion of possessing an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence , and assault thereby occasioning actual bodily harm .
Yesterday , Hampshire Constabulary arrested an 18-year-old Southampton man on suspicion of the same offences .
• LIVE : Armed police in Southampton as city centre closed off The pair remain in police custody , and have not yet been charged .
The arrests come after two people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' on the roofs of stores in Above Bar Street .
Pictures of the incident , shared to the Daily Echo by readers , have been edited by the paper to blur the faces of those pictured .
The original images have been passed on to Hampshire police to aid its investigation .
Police then cordoned off part of the city centre .
One man , a 21-year-old from the city , later reported he had been shot in the leg with what we believed to be an air weapon .
His injury @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the force said : `` We understand that this incident has concerned people in the town centre yesterday .
`` We want to thank those who called us and alerted us to this incident , and those who have come forward as witnesses so far . ''
If you can help , call 101 and quote 44200332797 .

A 21-year-old from the city is in custody this morning after being arrested on suspicion of possessing an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, and assault thereby occasioning actual bodily harm.
Yesterday, Hampshire Constabulary arrested an 18-year-old Southampton man on suspicion of the same offences.
The pair remain in police custody, and have not yet been charged.
The arrests come after two people were seen with "long barrelled firearms" on the roofs of stores in Above Bar Street.
Pictures of the incident, shared to the Daily Echo by readers, have been edited by the paper to blur the faces of those pictured. The original images have been passed on to Hampshire police to aid its investigation.
Police then cordoned off part of the city centre.
One man, a 21-year-old from the city, later reported he had been shot in the leg with what we believed to be an air weapon.
His injury is not considered serious.
A spokesperson for the force said: "We understand that this incident has concerned people in the town centre yesterday.
"We want to thank those who called us and alerted us to this incident, and those who have come forward as witnesses so far."
If you can help, call 101 and quote 44200332797.