thedailyecho--2020-06-10--Recycling centres: Residents will now have to book appointments in advance

A BOOKING system for Hampshire 's recycling centres is set to be put in place from Monday , June 15 .
Hampshire County Council says a system to allow residents to book 30-minute slots will go live from Thursday , June 11 .
From Monday , June 15 , all county council household waste recycling centres will revert to normal summer opening hours of 9am until 6pm , seven days a week , and booking 48 hours in advance will be mandatory .
Councillor Rob Humby , deputy leader and executive member for economy , transport and environment at Hampshire @ @ @ @ @ @ @ week , a new booking system will be up and running , and we ’ ll also be operating normal summer hours .
`` The system offers more than 30,000 bookings each week , and sites will be open 9am – 6pm every day .
`` Therefore , I ’ m confident that from Monday onwards , with access only allowed by booking for a specific time , we ’ ll see an end to the lengthy and disruptive traffic queues outside HWRCs .
“ We ’ ve had to set up this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ queues we ’ ve seen at some of the HWRCs since they reopened in May with new social distancing measures in place .
`` The queues at some sites were causing significant problems for nearby businesses or to the safety of others on the roads.
” • Bookings can be made online at : www.hants.gov.uk/wasteandrecycling/recyclingcentres/book-appointment • Telephone bookings , for those without access to the online system , can be made by calling 023 8017 9949

Hampshire County Council says a system to allow residents to book 30-minute slots will go live from Thursday, June 11.
From Monday, June 15, all county council household waste recycling centres will revert to normal summer opening hours of 9am until 6pm, seven days a week, and booking 48 hours in advance will be mandatory.
Councillor Rob Humby, deputy leader and executive member for economy, transport and environment at Hampshire County Council said: “From next week, a new booking system will be up and running, and we’ll also be operating normal summer hours.
"The system offers more than 30,000 bookings each week, and sites will be open 9am – 6pm every day.
"Therefore, I’m confident that from Monday onwards, with access only allowed by booking for a specific time, we’ll see an end to the lengthy and disruptive traffic queues outside HWRCs.
“We’ve had to set up this system in response to the severe traffic queues we’ve seen at some of the HWRCs since they reopened in May with new social distancing measures in place.
"The queues at some sites were causing significant problems for nearby businesses or to the safety of others on the roads.”


thedailyecho--2020-06-10--Friends of the Earth protest against pollution from cruise ships

PROTESTORS took to the waterfront to warn people about the pollution that they claim is coming out of cruise ships .
Members of environmental group Friends of the Earth were seen holding posters urging cruises ‘ not to pollute ’ and to turn their ‘ engine off ’ at Mayflower Park .
• Photos show $ 650million super-yacht on the water at Southampton Docks In a bid to make cruise ship passengers aware of environmental issues , those at the protest - including two children - hit out at bosses urging them to stop running engines while parked at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ships was launched in Southampton by 61-year-old Cara Sandys .
She said : “ The campaign has got to involve people from here as we have a cruise port .
“ We want cruises to stop using engines to generate power as that would mean less pollution would come out , and instead plug into the National Grid .
“ It is also more expensive to generate it from cheap fuel but ABP Southampton refuse to use better fuel.
” Friends of the Earth is a group which aims to raise awareness about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ raised concerns about the pollution , they also said the pollution levels could lead to health implications .
As of Tuesday , air quality levels measured in Southampton , were low , according to the UK Air Quality website .
Cara added : “ There have been huge spikes in nitrogen dioxide in April , which coincided with when cruise ships came back into port .
“ We can ’ t prove it is coming from cruise ships , but spikes were the highest in April since August last year .
Where was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no road traffic ?
“ Pollution impairs people ’ s ability to breathe , we know Southampton has a bad reputation for asthma .
Coronavirus could potentially be affected by the air quality here.
” A spokesperson for ABP Southampton said they do not regulate what fuel vessel owners use , and that shipping lines need to comply with regulations by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and International Maritime Organisation to minimise air pollution .

Members of environmental group Friends of the Earth were seen holding posters urging cruises ‘not to pollute’ and to turn their ‘engine off’ at Mayflower Park.
In a bid to make cruise ship passengers aware of environmental issues, those at the protest - including two children - hit out at bosses urging them to stop running engines while parked at the dock.
The worldwide campaign against cruise ships was launched in Southampton by 61-year-old Cara Sandys.
She said: “The campaign has got to involve people from here as we have a cruise port.
“We want cruises to stop using engines to generate power as that would mean less pollution would come out, and instead plug into the National Grid.
“It is also more expensive to generate it from cheap fuel but ABP Southampton refuse to use better fuel.”
Friends of the Earth is a group which aims to raise awareness about environmental issues.
And while they have raised concerns about the pollution, they also said the pollution levels could lead to health implications.
As of Tuesday, air quality levels measured in Southampton, were low, according to the UK Air Quality website.
Cara added: “There have been huge spikes in nitrogen dioxide in April, which coincided with when cruise ships came back into port.
“We can’t prove it is coming from cruise ships, but spikes were the highest in April since August last year. Where was the pollution coming from if there was no road traffic?
“Pollution impairs people’s ability to breathe, we know Southampton has a bad reputation for asthma. Coronavirus could potentially be affected by the air quality here.”
A spokesperson for ABP Southampton said they do not regulate what fuel vessel owners use, and that shipping lines need to comply with regulations by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and International Maritime Organisation to minimise air pollution.


thedailyecho--2020-06-10--Eastleigh town centre roads to be temporarily car free

EASTLEIGH Town Centre will be temporarily car free to allow people to continue social distancing when non-essential shops reopen next week .
Civic chiefs in Eastleigh have decided to pedestrianise both Market Street and High Street within the town centre from Monday , June 15 , to provide a safe trading environment and to enable safe , social distance queuing for shoppers on the additional road space .
With more non-essential retail shops due to open and restrictions to the number of people allowed in a shop at any one time , the demand for space for customers to queue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ particularly the food service industry , may need more space to operate outside .
Chair of Eastleigh Local Area Committee ( ELAC ) , Cllr Paul Bicknell had described the decision as `` unanimous '' and the decision was made with public health as the number one priority .
He said : `` The unanimous decision by ELAC to close High Street and Market Street is a great way to help our town centre to re-open and , most importantly , to help protect the safety of shoppers .
The introduction of these @ @ @ @ @ @ @ town will help to create a safe trading environment for businesses and shoppers .
`` We want to ensure that everyone who uses our town centre is confident they have safe space in which to shop and walk around the town especially as numbers increase as we move forward in the future .
It 's important that shops and businesses are supported in this way while protecting Public Health which is as always our number one priority.
” The Government is advising local authorities to make appropriate changes to local roads to help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and cyclists and Eastleigh town centre is a priority area due to the high footfall .
For more information including a map of the new changes and FAQs for residents and businesses visit the council website .

Civic chiefs in Eastleigh have decided to pedestrianise both Market Street and High Street within the town centre from Monday, June 15, to provide a safe trading environment and to enable safe, social distance queuing for shoppers on the additional road space.
With more non-essential retail shops due to open and restrictions to the number of people allowed in a shop at any one time, the demand for space for customers to queue on pavements will increase and businesses, particularly the food service industry, may need more space to operate outside.
Chair of Eastleigh Local Area Committee (ELAC), Cllr Paul Bicknell had described the decision as "unanimous" and the decision was made with public health as the number one priority.
He said: "The unanimous decision by ELAC to close High Street and Market Street is a great way to help our town centre to re-open and, most importantly, to help protect the safety of shoppers. The introduction of these and other social distancing measures in our town will help to create a safe trading environment for businesses and shoppers.
"We want to ensure that everyone who uses our town centre is confident they have safe space in which to shop and walk around the town especially as numbers increase as we move forward in the future. It's important that shops and businesses are supported in this way while protecting Public Health which is as always our number one priority.”
The Government is advising local authorities to make appropriate changes to local roads to help with social distancing for residents, pedestrians and cyclists and Eastleigh town centre is a priority area due to the high footfall.
For more information including a map of the new changes and FAQs for residents and businesses visit the council website.


thedailyecho--2020-06-10--F-35 Dambusters squadron jets land on HMS Queen Elizabeth

A HAMPSHIRE-based aircraft carrier completed an important landmark with the first landings of the famous Dambusters squadron .
The decks of HMS Queen Elizabeth roared with the sound of F-35 Lightning jets yesterday .
Pilots , engineers , cyberspace and mission support staff from 617 Squadron , the UK ’ s operational strike squadron , embarked the carrier over the weekend during a quick stop in Portsmouth for supplies before the aircraft themselves landed on board on Tuesday afternoon .
This marked the first time 617 Squadron – famously known as the Dambusters – has fully joined HMS Queen Elizabeth @ @ @ @ @ @ @ next generation squadron of fighter aircraft to operate from the sea .
The F-35 jets that landed on board will be the same aircraft that will sail next year with the ship for her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group 21 deployment .
Commander Mark Sparrow , the Commanding Officer of 617 Squadron , said : “ We are excited to be on board the carrier and we have been training hard to be here .
“ This is the first time the ship ’ s operational squadron has embarked and worked together .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to UK Defence through its ability to find , destroy or avoid enemy air defences and enemy aircraft whilst gathering intelligence data.
” Commander Ed Phillips is the Commander Air on board HMS Queen Elizabeth .
Known as ‘ Wings ’ , Cdr Phillips is in charge of flying operations on the aircraft carrier .
He said : “ Today is a significant day for HMS Queen Elizabeth on the road to delivering carrier strike operations for the Royal Navy .
“ We are at the heart of a world-leading capability for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decks two squadrons of F-35s – from the UK and US – plus the protection of a strike group made up of destroyers , frigates and support ships.
” HMS Queen Elizabeth , which is based in Portsmouth , Hampshire , and the lead vessel in the class of largest warships ever built for the Royal Navy of the United Kingdom , will now enter an intense period of flying having just successfully completed four weeks of basic sea training .
The aim is to demonstrate that the jets can successfully defend the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ – launching from the ship to conduct strike missions against a target – and being ready to take off at short notice .
After the initial qualification period , 617 Squadron will test their ability to work with HMS Queen Elizabeth and Merlin helicopters of Culdrose-based 820 Naval Air Squadron by conducting a number of complex training missions .
HMS Queen Elizabeth is due to return to Portsmouth later this month .

The decks of HMS Queen Elizabeth roared with the sound of F-35 Lightning jets yesterday.
Pilots, engineers, cyberspace and mission support staff from 617 Squadron, the UK’s operational strike squadron, embarked the carrier over the weekend during a quick stop in Portsmouth for supplies before the aircraft themselves landed on board on Tuesday afternoon.
This marked the first time 617 Squadron – famously known as the Dambusters – has fully joined HMS Queen Elizabeth as the UK prepares to deploy the next generation squadron of fighter aircraft to operate from the sea.
The F-35 jets that landed on board will be the same aircraft that will sail next year with the ship for her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group 21 deployment.
Commander Mark Sparrow, the Commanding Officer of 617 Squadron, said: “We are excited to be on board the carrier and we have been training hard to be here.
“This is the first time the ship’s operational squadron has embarked and worked together.
“The F-35 brings next generation capability to UK Defence through its ability to find, destroy or avoid enemy air defences and enemy aircraft whilst gathering intelligence data.”
Commander Ed Phillips is the Commander Air on board HMS Queen Elizabeth. Known as ‘Wings’, Cdr Phillips is in charge of flying operations on the aircraft carrier.
He said: “Today is a significant day for HMS Queen Elizabeth on the road to delivering carrier strike operations for the Royal Navy.
“We are at the heart of a world-leading capability for the UK and will soon have on our decks two squadrons of F-35s – from the UK and US – plus the protection of a strike group made up of destroyers, frigates and support ships.”
HMS Queen Elizabeth, which is based in Portsmouth, Hampshire, and the lead vessel in the class of largest warships ever built for the Royal Navy of the United Kingdom, will now enter an intense period of flying having just successfully completed four weeks of basic sea training.
The aim is to demonstrate that the jets can successfully defend the aircraft carrier by delivering combat air patrols – launching from the ship to conduct strike missions against a target – and being ready to take off at short notice.
After the initial qualification period, 617 Squadron will test their ability to work with HMS Queen Elizabeth and Merlin helicopters of Culdrose-based 820 Naval Air Squadron by conducting a number of complex training missions.
HMS Queen Elizabeth is due to return to Portsmouth later this month.


thedailyecho--2020-06-10--Zoos can reopen from Monday - raising hopes Marwell will soon reopen

MARWELL could remain closed until early next month - despite the government giving zoos and safari parks the go-ahead to reopen in a few days ' time .
Marwell 's chief executive , James Cretney , said the zoo 's reopening date had yet to be confirmed .
He said : “ We ’ re looking forward to welcoming guests back very soon .
`` However , we ’ ve always been working towards the government ’ s original indicated reopening date of early July as part of Stage 3 of the UK ’ s Covid 19 recovery strategy .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ safety of our guests , staff and animals .
`` We are now busy making the necessary changes including bringing back and safety training our furloughed staff and installing all the physical measures to ensure guests can safely enjoy our 140-acre zoo .
`` As soon as the preparations are complete , we will reopen.
” Measures will include two-metre floor markings at enclosures and queues , new one-way routes on narrow paths , multiple hand sanitisation points , stringent cleaning , and signage to inform visitors .
All guests including members will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while all payments at the zoo will be by card only .
All indoor animal areas will remain closed and there will be no animal talks , touch tables , train services or public animal feeds .
The indoor cafes will not be open but there will be catering outlets where takeaway food and drink will be available as well as extra outdoor picnic areas .
Mr Cretney added : “ The zoo may feel a bit different when we open but it will be the same warm welcome from all of us @ @ @ @ @ @ @ costs are incredibly high , around £600,000 a month to ensure our animals receive the same high standards of care they are used to so each day the zoo is closed to guests , our need for the public ’ s support grows to help us cover basic costs such as animal food and bedding .
“ It is great news the government has acknowledged the importance of supporting us to care for our incredible animals while giving families more options to reconnect with the natural world and spend time safely outdoors .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the generosity of our supporters during these unprecedented times and it will take us a long time to recover .
We can ’ t wait to welcome guests back as soon as possible.
” Boris Johnson is due to host today 's Downing Street briefing and is expected to confirm that zoos and safari parks can reopen from Monday as long as they follow social distancing rules .

Marwell's chief executive, James Cretney, said the zoo's reopening date had yet to be confirmed.
He said: “We’re looking forward to welcoming guests back very soon.
"However, we’ve always been working towards the government’s original indicated reopening date of early July as part of Stage 3 of the UK’s Covid 19 recovery strategy.
"Our priority continues to be the safety of our guests, staff and animals.
"We are now busy making the necessary changes including bringing back and safety training our furloughed staff and installing all the physical measures to ensure guests can safely enjoy our 140-acre zoo.
"As soon as the preparations are complete, we will reopen.”
Measures will include two-metre floor markings at enclosures and queues, new one-way routes on narrow paths, multiple hand sanitisation points, stringent cleaning, and signage to inform visitors.
All guests including members will need to book online before they arrive while all payments at the zoo will be by card only.
All indoor animal areas will remain closed and there will be no animal talks, touch tables, train services or public animal feeds. The indoor cafes will not be open but there will be catering outlets where takeaway food and drink will be available as well as extra outdoor picnic areas.
Mr Cretney added: “The zoo may feel a bit different when we open but it will be the same warm welcome from all of us.
“Unlike many organisations, our costs are incredibly high, around £600,000 a month to ensure our animals receive the same high standards of care they are used to so each day the zoo is closed to guests, our need for the public’s support grows to help us cover basic costs such as animal food and bedding.
“It is great news the government has acknowledged the importance of supporting us to care for our incredible animals while giving families more options to reconnect with the natural world and spend time safely outdoors.
“We’ve been overwhelmed by the generosity of our supporters during these unprecedented times and it will take us a long time to recover. We can’t wait to welcome guests back as soon as possible.”
Boris Johnson is due to host today's Downing Street briefing and is expected to confirm that zoos and safari parks can reopen from Monday as long as they follow social distancing rules.


thedailyecho--2020-06-10--Health chiefs seek views as new hospital plans emerge

MULTI-million-pound plans to revolutionise healthcare in north and mid Hampshire , including Winchester , have taken a step forward .
A new hospital has become the centrepiece of the biggest modernisation programme of services in the area in 50 years .
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust ( HHFT ) , which runs Winchester , Basingstoke and Andover hospitals , has long struggled with its ageing estate , stating that £73 million would be needed to bring the sites up to required standards .
And in order to keep the buildings functioning for the next 30 years would require over £700m @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now hospital chiefs have revealed plans to build a health campus with the new hospital as a “ centre of excellence ” at its heart .
It could see the likes of partners in mental health , primary health , social care and more accommodated on the site .
However , a location for the new hospital has yet to be decided , according to the trust which this week launched a programme ‘ Hampshire Together : Modernising our Hospitals and Health Services ’ to bring plans to fruition .
Chief medical officer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ podcast introducing the programme , said : “ This is about our healthcare services but it is also about hospital building because actually there are always some things that need to be in a hospital and currently our hospital buildings that we love in Basingstoke , Winchester and Andover , particularly in Basingstoke , are actually not fit for purpose anymore.
” She continued : “ We will be building a hospital and we don ’ t know exactly where .
Currently we are looking at various different options for that , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is all the other services that will need to be around the hospital or actually nearer to where people live .
“ The hospital will need to be near where people live but ultimately it will be where we find a piece of land big enough.
” Dr Alloway speculated that the hospital could cost around £700 million .
In September last year the Government announced that Hampshire ’ s NHS would receive funding to put a fresh business case together for a new hospital .
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was awarded @ @ @ @ @ @ @ projects as part of the national Health Infrastructure Plan .
This funding will develop a business case for a new hospital , to be delivered between 2026-30 .
However , the report hints that services could be lost in Winchester and Basingstoke , with health chiefs stating that the trust “ often struggles to fully staff two relatively small Emergency Departments ” .
It also has issues “ delivering maternity and paediatric care across multiple sites and risks losing neo-natal services altogether unless the service is placed on a more long-term sustainable footing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hospital will lose any of its services or be downgraded once the new hospital opens .
The public , staff and stakeholders are being asked their views on where the new hospital should be built and wider views on the plans .
In August a list of options are due to be published , with a formal public consultation in 2021 .
MP for Winchester and Chandler ’ s Ford Steve Brine said : “ This is clearly an ambitious exercise but it ’ s welcome if it is a genuine attempt to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ We had to work extremely hard last year to secure Hampshire Hospitals place in the Health Infrastructure Plan and I ’ ve had confirmation from ministers that no matter the final formulation of the plans , the Royal Hampshire County Hospital will receive significant investment as part of this project .
“ The Trust know well my red lines around consultant-led obstetric care in Winchester and I am very sure local people back me 100 per cent in this view.
” Basingstoke MP Maria Miller has previously called for a new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ location near Junction 7 of the M3 .
The site was previously identified as the ideal location for a new Critical Treatment Hospital , but plans for the £150m hospital were scrapped in 2017 because it was deemed “ not affordable ” .
To have your say and find out more , go to www.hampshiretogether.nhs.uk .

A new hospital has become the centrepiece of the biggest modernisation programme of services in the area in 50 years.
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (HHFT), which runs Winchester, Basingstoke and Andover hospitals, has long struggled with its ageing estate, stating that £73 million would be needed to bring the sites up to required standards.
And in order to keep the buildings functioning for the next 30 years would require over £700m in maintenance over that time.
But now hospital chiefs have revealed plans to build a health campus with the new hospital as a “centre of excellence” at its heart.
It could see the likes of partners in mental health, primary health, social care and more accommodated on the site.
However, a location for the new hospital has yet to be decided, according to the trust which this week launched a programme ‘Hampshire Together: Modernising our Hospitals and Health Services’ to bring plans to fruition.
Chief medical officer Dr Lara Alloway, speaking on a podcast introducing the programme, said: “This is about our healthcare services but it is also about hospital building because actually there are always some things that need to be in a hospital and currently our hospital buildings that we love in Basingstoke, Winchester and Andover, particularly in Basingstoke, are actually not fit for purpose anymore.”
She continued: “We will be building a hospital and we don’t know exactly where. Currently we are looking at various different options for that, but for some of what is also important is all the other services that will need to be around the hospital or actually nearer to where people live.
“The hospital will need to be near where people live but ultimately it will be where we find a piece of land big enough.”
Dr Alloway speculated that the hospital could cost around £700 million.
In September last year the Government announced that Hampshire’s NHS would receive funding to put a fresh business case together for a new hospital.
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was awarded a share of £100 million for new projects as part of the national Health Infrastructure Plan.
This funding will develop a business case for a new hospital, to be delivered between 2026-30.
However, the report hints that services could be lost in Winchester and Basingstoke, with health chiefs stating that the trust “often struggles to fully staff two relatively small Emergency Departments”.
It also has issues “delivering maternity and paediatric care across multiple sites and risks losing neo-natal services altogether unless the service is placed on a more long-term sustainable footing”.
It is unclear whether Winchester hospital will lose any of its services or be downgraded once the new hospital opens.
The public, staff and stakeholders are being asked their views on where the new hospital should be built and wider views on the plans.
In August a list of options are due to be published, with a formal public consultation in 2021.
MP for Winchester and Chandler’s Ford Steve Brine said: “This is clearly an ambitious exercise but it’s welcome if it is a genuine attempt to listen to my constituents on future services.
“We had to work extremely hard last year to secure Hampshire Hospitals place in the Health Infrastructure Plan and I’ve had confirmation from ministers that no matter the final formulation of the plans, the Royal Hampshire County Hospital will receive significant investment as part of this project.
“The Trust know well my red lines around consultant-led obstetric care in Winchester and I am very sure local people back me 100 per cent in this view.”
Basingstoke MP Maria Miller has previously called for a new hospital for the town, at a location near Junction 7 of the M3.
The site was previously identified as the ideal location for a new Critical Treatment Hospital, but plans for the £150m hospital were scrapped in 2017 because it was deemed “not affordable”.
To have your say and find out more, go to www.hampshiretogether.nhs.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-06-10--'DNA of Southampton man found on clothes of rape victim'

DNA FOUND on a woman ’ s clothes is a billion times more likely to belong to the Southampton man accused of attacking her than anyone else , a court heard .
Luke West is on trial accused of raping the woman , who was on her way to work last November .
Following the attack , she was left covered in blood and bruises and needed surgery for a fractured eye socket .
• Accused rapist claimed he had two 'broken hands' Forensic scientist , Suzanne Winter gave evidence at Winchester Crown Court after being tasked with analysing DNA @ @ @ @ @ @ @ November 13 .
Ms Winter told the court how swabs taken from the victim were bloodstained and examined for the presence of DNA .
She told how DNA samples from these swabs were a billion times more likely to belong to Luke West than any other • Man found woman in park undergrowth after alleged attack by Southampton man The 29-year-old , of Warren Avenue , denies the charges of rape and grievous bodily harm ( GBH ) with intent .
Ms Winter went on to say how clothes torn from the victim @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Gardens also showed traces of West ’ s DNA .
A pair of West ’ s black boxer shorts were also tested and found to have DNA from the victim on them .
On the morning of the attack West was seen in the doorway of an address in Yelverton Road .
A black bomber jacket covered in bloodstains was seized by police from the same address .
Ms Winter told the court how an examination showed that the blood matched the victim and that it was one billion times more likely to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Miss Winter added : “ The findings of the intimate swabs show strong support for the proposition that Luke West had intercourse with the As reported previously West claimed to have broken hands at the time of the attack .
During his time in a police cell last November , he had repeatedly complained about hand pain .
West told forensic paramedic , Paul Jones who was tasked with checking on him after his arrest that he had broken both hands just two weeks before .
Giving evidence on Monday , Mr Jones @ @ @ @ @ @ @ marks on his hands .
Furthermore , the accused had a good range of motion in his fingers and hands .
Mr Jones said : “ He did not answer [ how he broke his hands ] .
“ I began to examine them but it became awkward because West was argumentative .
“ I left him because he was talking over me the whole time and I was getting nowhere .
”

Luke West is on trial accused of raping the woman, who was on her way to work last November.
Following the attack, she was left covered in blood and bruises and needed surgery for a fractured eye socket.
Forensic scientist, Suzanne Winter gave evidence at Winchester Crown Court after being tasked with analysing DNA and blood samples following the attack on November 13.
Ms Winter told the court how swabs taken from the victim were bloodstained and examined for the presence of DNA.
She told how DNA samples from these swabs were a billion times more likely to belong to Luke West than any other
male.
The 29-year-old, of Warren Avenue, denies the charges of rape and grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent.
Ms Winter went on to say how clothes torn from the victim and found in Bournemouth’s Lower Gardens also showed traces of West’s DNA.
A pair of West’s black boxer shorts were also tested and found to have DNA from the victim on them.
On the morning of the attack West was seen in the doorway of an address in Yelverton Road.
A black bomber jacket covered in bloodstains was seized by police from the same address.
Ms Winter told the court how an examination showed that the blood matched the victim and that it was one billion times more likely to come from her than anybody else.
Miss Winter added: “The findings of the intimate swabs show strong support for the proposition that Luke West had intercourse with the
victim.”
As reported previously West claimed to have broken hands at the time of the attack.
During his time in a police cell last November, he had repeatedly complained about hand pain.
West told forensic paramedic, Paul Jones who was tasked with checking on him after his arrest that he had broken both hands just two weeks before.
Giving evidence on Monday, Mr Jones told how West had no bruising or marks on his hands.
Furthermore, the accused had a good range of motion in his fingers and hands.
Mr Jones said: “He did not answer [how he broke his hands].
“I began to examine them but it became awkward because West was argumentative.
“ I left him because he was talking over me the whole time and I was getting nowhere.”
The trial continues.


thedailyecho--2020-06-10--Coronavirus: Daily Echo's Maria Zaccaro quizzes Boris Johnson

BORIS Johnson fielded questions from Daily Echo Local Democracy Reporter Maria Zaccaro during this evening 's Downing Street coronavirus briefing .
The Prime Minister was asked to provide a message to the Southampton residents who had signed up for a coronavirus vaccine trial and also about what support would be given to the city 's cruise industry , which is really struggling as a result of the pandemic .
Chief Medical Officer for England Chris Whitty and the government 's Chief Scientific Officer Sir Patrick Vallance joined the Prime Minister in responding to Maria 's questions .
Watch the questions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which was broadcast on national television and Downing Street 's Youtube page , below .
As reported , researchers at University Hospital Southampton and the University of Southampton have been recruiting volunteers for human trials of a vaccine pioneered in the UK which could protect against COVID-19 .
Work on the vaccine , developed by clinical teams at the University of Oxford ’ s Jenner Institute and Oxford Vaccine Group , began in January .
Meanwhile , last month cruise giant Carnival announced a “ large number of redundancies ” in a major @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told the Daily Echo staff had been told 450 positions were at risk as the industry attempted to survive the pandemic .

The Prime Minister was asked to provide a message to the Southampton residents who had signed up for a coronavirus vaccine trial and also about what support would be given to the city's cruise industry, which is really struggling as a result of the pandemic.
Chief Medical Officer for England Chris Whitty and the government's Chief Scientific Officer Sir Patrick Vallance joined the Prime Minister in responding to Maria's questions.
Watch the questions and answers from the press conference, which was broadcast on national television and Downing Street's Youtube page, below.
As reported, researchers at University Hospital Southampton and the University of Southampton have been recruiting volunteers for human trials of a vaccine pioneered in the UK which could protect against COVID-19.
Work on the vaccine, developed by clinical teams at the University of Oxford’s Jenner Institute and Oxford Vaccine Group, began in January.
Meanwhile, last month cruise giant Carnival announced a “large number of redundancies” in a major blow to the city.
One source told the Daily Echo staff had been told 450 positions were at risk as the industry attempted to survive the pandemic.


thedailyecho--2020-06-10--Family pays tribute to Philip Hindmarsh after fatal crash

THE family of an `` one in a billion '' father have paid tribute to him after he died following a crash on a Hampshire road .
Philip Hindmarsh , aged 62 and of Bishopstoke , was died after the single-vehicle collision on the B2177 Winchester Road , Upham on Saturday , May 30 .
As reported , police were called at 6.10am to reports a grey Nissan Leaf was involved in a collision .
Despite the efforts of emergency services , Philip died at the scene .
Philip Hindmarsh , of Bishopstoke died after a crash on the B2177 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tribute to him , describing him as a devoted father , loving husband and son .
They said : “ Philip , a man that simply can not be captured in words , an enormous loss to so many whose hearts he touched .
“ He was ‘ Big Phil ’ to some , ‘ The Cat Man ’ to many but to us he was just simply Daddy Bear .
“ The hole in our hearts will never be filled but the legacy you leave will never be forgotten .
“ The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the world yet still managed to be late for everything .
Never too busy to stop , talk , and listen to anyone and everyone , offering kind words and advice to those in need .
Police officers are investigating the exact circumstances of the collision and are keen to hear from anyone they have not spoken with who may have information .
Anyone with information can call 101 , quoting 44200192554 .
Alternatively , you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

Philip Hindmarsh, aged 62 and of Bishopstoke, was died after the single-vehicle collision on the B2177 Winchester Road, Upham on Saturday, May 30.
As reported, police were called at 6.10am to reports a grey Nissan Leaf was involved in a collision.
Despite the efforts of emergency services, Philip died at the scene.
Philip Hindmarsh, of Bishopstoke died after a crash on the B2177 Winchester Road
Today his family have paid tribute to him, describing him as a devoted father, loving husband and son.
They said: “Philip, a man that simply cannot be captured in words, an enormous loss to so many whose hearts he touched.
“He was ‘Big Phil’ to some, ‘The Cat Man’ to many but to us he was just simply Daddy Bear.
“The hole in our hearts will never be filled but the legacy you leave will never be forgotten.
“The man who had all the time in the world yet still managed to be late for everything. Never too busy to stop, talk, and listen to anyone and everyone, offering kind words and advice to those in need.
“An inspiration, a legend, one in a billion.”
Police officers are investigating the exact circumstances of the collision and are keen to hear from anyone they have not spoken with who may have information.
Anyone with information can call 101, quoting 44200192554. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-06-10--Southampton tower block fire was vaping false fire alarm

SEVERAL fire crews rushed to a Southampton tower block before it was discovered the incident was a false alarm caused @ @ @ @ @ cigarette .
Crews from a number of stations across the city and surrounding area were @ @ @ @ @ International Way , Weston , on Wednesday afternoon .
The fire service had received reports @ @ @ @ @ flat window .
A spokeswoman for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said : `` Crews @ @ @ @ @ Totton and headquarters were mobilised at 1.31pm as smoke was seen coming out of a @ @ @ @ @ On arrival it was found to be caused by someone vaping .
`` The stop @ @ @ @ @ . ''

Crews from a number of stations across the city and surrounding area were called to Havre Towers in International Way, Weston, on Wednesday afternoon.
The fire service had received reports of smoke coming from a flat window.
A spokeswoman for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "Crews from Redbridge, Eastleigh, Totton and headquarters were mobilised at 1.31pm as smoke was seen coming out of a fourth-floor flat window.
"On arrival it was found to be caused by someone vaping.
"The stop message came in at 2.06pm."


thedailyecho--2020-06-10--Latest lockdown rules explained: How a 'social bubble' system will work

Boris Johnson has announced that from Saturday , June 13 - single adult households in England will be able to form a “ support bubble ” with another household .
Here 's a round-up of what those living in England need to know .
Who is covered by the new arrangements ?
Adults living alone or single parents living with children under the age of 18 .
What will they be able to do that they could not before ?
They can form a bubble with one other household which means they will effectively be treated as a single household @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
That means they can visit each other indoors in their homes – staying overnight if they wish – and they will not have to observe the two-metre social-distancing rule .
Elderly people living alone could form a bubble with the household of an adult son or daughter enabling them to visit and even hug their grandchildren for the first time since lockdown .
Single parents could pair up with their own parents allowing them to share childcare duties and reuniting grandparents and grandchildren .
Couples who do not live together will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ each other .
What about households where both grandparents are still living – can they now visit their children and grandchildren ?
At this stage only if their son or daughter is the only adult in the other household in the bubble .
Downing Street has acknowledged not everyone will benefit from the change although officials have hinted a further loosening of the rules if the coronavirus outbreak continues to decline .
Can households form more than one bubble ?
No .
The arrangement must be exclusive with no switching of bubble partners @ @ @ @ @ @ @ these bubble arrangements ?
No , it will be taken on trust .
No 10 says the public has shown “ great responsibility ” in following the social distancing rules so far .
Is there any limit on the distance between households in a bubble ?
Again no , although officials are suggesting people should try to “ stay local ” where possible .
What about vulnerable people who are shielding due to their age or health problems ?
At the moment , officials say it is too soon for them to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about parents who are separated but who currently share childcare with the children moving between the two households ?
That will continue .
If the parents are the only adult in the household they can form a bubble with another household – meaning the children could potentially be in two bubbles , one for each parent .
What happens if someone in a bubble develops coronavirus symptoms ?
All members of both households in the bubble must self-isolate for 14 days .

Here's a round-up of what those living in England need to know.
Who is covered by the new arrangements?
Adults living alone or single parents living with children under the age of 18.
What will they be able to do that they could not before?
They can form a bubble with one other household which means they will effectively be treated as a single household for the purpose of the lockdown rules.
That means they can visit each other indoors in their homes – staying overnight if they wish – and they will not have to observe the two-metre social-distancing rule.
Who might benefit?
Elderly people living alone could form a bubble with the household of an adult son or daughter enabling them to visit and even hug their grandchildren for the first time since lockdown.
Single parents could pair up with their own parents allowing them to share childcare duties and reuniting grandparents and grandchildren.
Couples who do not live together will be able to visit and to stay with each other.
What about households where both grandparents are still living – can they now visit their children and grandchildren?
At this stage only if their son or daughter is the only adult in the other household in the bubble.
Downing Street has acknowledged not everyone will benefit from the change although officials have hinted a further loosening of the rules if the coronavirus outbreak continues to decline.
Can households form more than one bubble?
No. The arrangement must be exclusive with no switching of bubble partners.
Will people have to formally register these bubble arrangements?
No, it will be taken on trust. No 10 says the public has shown “great responsibility” in following the social distancing rules so far.
Is there any limit on the distance between households in a bubble?
Again no, although officials are suggesting people should try to “stay local” where possible.
What about vulnerable people who are shielding due to their age or health problems?
At the moment, officials say it is too soon for them to be able to join support bubbles.
What about parents who are separated but who currently share childcare with the children moving between the two households?
That will continue. If the parents are the only adult in the household they can form a bubble with another household – meaning the children could potentially be in two bubbles, one for each parent.
What happens if someone in a bubble develops coronavirus symptoms?
All members of both households in the bubble must self-isolate for 14 days.


thedailyecho--2020-06-10--Family pay tribute to Marcos Martins who died after lorry crash

A FAMILY has paid tribute to their son after he died in hospital following a crash with a lorry .
Marcos Martins , a deliveroo driver , was rushed to hospital with a serious head injury after he was involved in a collision with a grey Scania lorry on Tuesday , May 19 , while riding his Honda moped .
He died in hospital following the crash in Churchill Way West , Basingstoke .
An emotional procession of dozens of delivery drivers took place on Sunday , May 24 , in Basingstoke to honour the 34-year-old who was killed in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the ride in memory of Marcos .
A GoFundMe page was set up for the family of the victim and over £10,000 has been raised .
The family released a statement : `` Those who pass by us , do not go alone , and do not leave us alone ; they leave a bit of themselves , and take a little of us .
`` You will remain alive in the hearts of those who had the privilege of living with you .
Your legacy here was one of family , friendship @ @ @ @ @ @ @ everything you did for us , we will love you beyond this life .
Rest in peace wherever you are ! ''

Marcos Martins, a deliveroo driver, was rushed to hospital with a serious head injury after he was involved in a collision with a grey Scania lorry on Tuesday, May 19, while riding his Honda moped.
He died in hospital following the crash in Churchill Way West, Basingstoke.
An emotional procession of dozens of delivery drivers took place on Sunday, May 24, in Basingstoke to honour the 34-year-old who was killed in a lorry crash.
The group completed the ride in memory of Marcos.
A GoFundMe page was set up for the family of the victim and over £10,000 has been raised.
The family released a statement: "Those who pass by us, do not go alone, and do not leave us alone; they leave a bit of themselves, and take a little of us.
"You will remain alive in the hearts of those who had the privilege of living with you. Your legacy here was one of family, friendship and love.
"Thank you for everything you did for us, we will love you beyond this life. Rest in peace wherever you are!"


thedailyecho--2020-06-10--Coronavirus: Fewer deaths in Hampshire hospitals in recent weeks

NO FURTHER patients who tested positive for coronavirus have died in Hampshire hospitals as NHS figures show there have been fewer deaths recorded in recent weeks .
The latest announcement from NHS England had no additional recorded deaths across the county 's hospital settings .
This means the number of patients who have died in Hampshire hospitals with Covid-19 remains at 595 .
Over the 28 days from May 13 up to and including June 9 , 51 patients with coronavirus have died in the five NHS trusts that cover Hampshire .
This compared to 223 deaths from April 15 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the same hospital settings .
As of 5pm on Tuesday , June 9 , 130 patients who had contracted coronavirus had died at University Hospital Southampton NHS foundation Trust since the first recorded death on March 15 .
Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust had 229 deaths , while Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust had 157 .
Solent NHS Trust has had two recorded deaths and Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust has had 17 .
The total number of deaths in hospital settings across England now stands at 27,706 , with an additional 88 record @ @ @ @ @ @ @ afternoon .

The latest announcement from NHS England had no additional recorded deaths across the county's hospital settings.
This means the number of patients who have died in Hampshire hospitals with Covid-19 remains at 595.
Over the 28 days from May 13 up to and including June 9, 51 patients with coronavirus have died in the five NHS trusts that cover Hampshire.
This compared to 223 deaths from April 15 up to and including May 12 across the same hospital settings.
As of 5pm on Tuesday, June 9, 190 patients who had contracted coronavirus had died at University Hospital Southampton NHS foundation Trust since the first recorded death on March 15. Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust had 229 deaths, while Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust had 157.
Solent NHS Trust has had two recorded deaths and Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust has had 17.
The total number of deaths in hospital settings across England now stands at 27,706, with an additional 88 record in NHS England's announcement on Wednesday afternoon.


thedailyecho--2020-06-10--Marwell Zoo says it is still working towards a July 4 opening date


thedailyecho--2020-06-10--Former Saints player Mel Blyth selling 1976 FA Cup winner’s medal

A FORMER Saints star is selling a medal that was part of one of the greatest days in the football club ’ s history .
Mel Blyth , who is now 75 , was part of the famous Southampton Football Club team that stunned Manchester United 1-0 at Wembley .
But , 44 years on , he has decided to part with his 1976 FA Cup winner ’ s medal from the day , in order to bring in some money to help his two children , Kelly and Michael .
And a fundraiser has now been launched to make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Saints player “ can ’ t take it with him when he goes ” .
Mel told the Daily Echo : “ I want to give the kids a few bob and I don ’ t want to live forever .
“ I thought to myself that I would put it out there and see how much it would collect .
It ’ s a personal thing but I can ’ t take it with me.
” The gold medal , which is still in its original case , is inscribed with ‘ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , along with Blyth ’ s name .
Twelve medals were given out on the day , while Lawrie McMenemy was awarded one a few years ago , following a change in policy that led to managers being recognised .
It is considered to be “ one of the rarest and most prestigious pieces of memorabilia from the club ’ s past ” , according to Richard Becheley .
As a Saints fan and friend to Mel , he started the fundraiser with his friend Michael Lawrence , with hopes to loan the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 45-year-old said : “ I knew lots of fans wanted to buy it , but we didn ’ t want it to go overseas and never to be seen again .
“ Mel originally wanted to sell the medal five years ago but then pulled out of it as he wasn ’ t quite ready .
It is the best bit of Southampton football memorabilia you could have in their history.
” Blyth , who made 136 appearances for Saints from 1974 to 1977 , said he is a “ bit sad ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He added : “ A couple of players have asked me why I ’ m selling it .
It ’ s the biggest thing the club has ever had , my daughter doesn ’ t want me to sell it .
I ’ m a bit sad to part with it , but I 'm getting no younger . ''

Mel Blyth, who is now 75, was part of the famous Southampton Football Club team that stunned Manchester United 1-0 at Wembley.
But, 44 years on, he has decided to part with his 1976 FA Cup winner’s medal from the day, in order to bring in some money to help his two children, Kelly and Michael.
And a fundraiser has now been launched to make a grand total of £30,000 as the Saints player “can’t take it with him when he goes”.
Mel told the Daily Echo: “I want to give the kids a few bob and I don’t want to live forever.
“I thought to myself that I would put it out there and see how much it would collect. It’s a personal thing but I can’t take it with me.”
The gold medal, which is still in its original case, is inscribed with ‘The Football Association Challenge Cup Winners’, along with Blyth’s name.
Twelve medals were given out on the day, while Lawrie McMenemy was awarded one a few years ago, following a change in policy that led to managers being recognised.
It is considered to be “one of the rarest and most prestigious pieces of memorabilia from the club’s past”, according to Richard Becheley.
As a Saints fan and friend to Mel, he started the fundraiser with his friend Michael Lawrence, with hopes to loan the medal to Southampton Football Club.
The 45-year-old said: “I knew lots of fans wanted to buy it, but we didn’t want it to go overseas and never to be seen again.
“Mel originally wanted to sell the medal five years ago but then pulled out of it as he wasn’t quite ready. It is the best bit of Southampton football memorabilia you could have in their history.”
Blyth, who made 136 appearances for Saints from 1974 to 1977, said he is a “bit sad” to be letting go of the medal.
He added: “A couple of players have asked me why I’m selling it. It’s the biggest thing the club has ever had, my daughter doesn’t want me to sell it. I’m a bit sad to part with it, but I'm getting no younger."
To donate, visit gofundme.com/f/mel-blyth-southampton-fa-cup-winners-medal.


thedailyecho--2020-06-11--Crash on Shirley Road, Southampton

Crash on Shirley Road, Southampton

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thedailyecho--2020-06-11--Coronavirus: Prime Minister praises Southampton volunteers

THE Prime Minister and top medical experts have praised Southampton volunteers for their help in trying to find a cure for Covid-19 .
At yesterday ’ s Downing Street media briefing Boris Johnson , Chief Scientific Adviser Sir Patrick Vallance and Chief Medical Officer for England Professor Chris Whitty have recognised the effort made by residents in the city who have been volunteering for a coronavirus vaccine trial .
As reported , last month scientists launched a search for 600 volunteers for the second part of the trial .
It came as the first one- which also involved volunteers from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Talking to the Daily Echo at the N10 media briefing , Professor Whitty said : “ Actually Southampton has a real record of citizens taking part in trials , in studies and this is the way medicine progresses not just for coronavirus but generally , so an enormous thank you for what people do to volunteer.
” Volunteers are being recruited by researchers at University Hospital Southampton ( UHS ) and the University of Southampton to help with the work developed by clinical teams in Oxford .
Thanking Southampton volunteers , Sir Patrick @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out what works , what doesn ’ t and the way to do that is volunteers and every time somebody volunteers for a trial that is them being selfless for the rest of society so a big thank you from me.
” Meanwhile , the Prime Minister - who also thanked those who are volunteering for the trial - also pledged to support the cruise industry in Southampton .
When asked what he will do to ensure the cruise industry is safe he said : “ Like all industries the cruise industry I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to go through , in the short term at least , a period of self-reinvention to make sure that it is Covid secure and I ’ ve no doubt that it can do it .
It ’ s a great British industry , we will support it in any way that we can.
” The news comes as last December Boris Johnson visited the Port of Southampton .

At yesterday’s Downing Street media briefing Boris Johnson, Chief Scientific Adviser Sir Patrick Vallance and Chief Medical Officer for England Professor Chris Whitty have recognised the effort made by residents in the city who have been volunteering for a coronavirus vaccine trial.
As reported, last month scientists launched a search for 600 volunteers for the second part of the trial.
It came as the first one- which also involved volunteers from Southampton - "went well".
Talking to the Daily Echo at the N10 media briefing, Professor Whitty said: “Actually Southampton has a real record of citizens taking part in trials, in studies and this is the way medicine progresses not just for coronavirus but generally, so an enormous thank you for what people do to volunteer.”
Volunteers are being recruited by researchers at University Hospital Southampton (UHS) and the University of Southampton to help with the work developed by clinical teams in Oxford.
Thanking Southampton volunteers, Sir Patrick added: “We got to find out what works, what doesn’t and the way to do that is volunteers and every time somebody volunteers for a trial that is them being selfless for the rest of society so a big thank you from me.”
Meanwhile, the Prime Minister - who also thanked those who are volunteering for the trial - also pledged to support the cruise industry in Southampton.
When asked what he will do to ensure the cruise industry is safe he said: “Like all industries the cruise industry I think it’s going to have to go through, in the short term at least, a period of self-reinvention to make sure that it is Covid secure and I’ve no doubt that it can do it. It’s a great British industry, we will support it in any way that we can.” The news comes as last December Boris Johnson visited the Port of Southampton.


thedailyecho--2020-06-11--Assault on delivery driver at Derby Road, Southampton

POLICE are turning to the public following an unprovoked assault on a delivery driver in Derby Road , Southampton .
@ @ @ @ @ come forward after a driver in his 30s was assaulted by two men when delivering @ @ @ @ @ .
He was left with cuts and bruises following the incident , which took place @ @ @ @ @ 4.35pm .
The two men then made off in a car described as a red @ @ @ @ @ taken to hospital as a precaution , with his injuries not appearing as serious .
@ @ @ @ @ said : `` Did you see what happened ?
If you have any information about @ @ @ @ @ in touch by calling 101 and quoting reference 44200206021 .
Two men , aged 28 @ @ @ @ @ arrested in connection with this incident .
They have been released on conditional bail while @ @ @ @

Officers are asking witnesses to come forward after a driver in his 30s was assaulted by two men when delivering a parcel to a home.
He was left with cuts and bruises following the incident, which took place on Monday June 8 at 4.35pm.
The two men then made off in a car described as a red Honda.
The victim was taken to hospital as a precaution, with his injuries not appearing as serious.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "Did you see what happened? If you have any information about this incident, please get in touch by calling 101 and quoting reference 44200206021.
"Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."
Two men, aged 28 and 29, have been arrested in connection with this incident.
They have been released on conditional bail while police enquiries continue.


thedailyecho--2020-06-11--Police slam reports 70 per cent of officers are obese

CLAIMS that 70 per cent of the Hampshire force are obese have been slammed .
Almost 70 per cent of Hampshire police officers were said to be obese or overweight .
The “ astonishing revelations ” came from an email sent by Chief Superintendent Lucy Hutson .
However , Hampshire police now say the figures were based on a small sample of 525 officers and staff .
And , that these people specifically asked for help with their well-being and fitness over the last two years .
The police add that 70 per cent of 525 is 367 and therefore @ @ @ @ @ @ @ force .
Deputy Chief Constable Sara Glen has now launched a series of health and wellbeing initiatives .
According to Hampshire police it takes wellbeing very seriously as policing “ can be incredibly challenging for officers and staff ” .
Sara said : “ We recently launched Frontline Fitness which is a programme spearheaded by one of our frontline officers .
“ This is a facility for all Hampshire Constabulary staff who want to make any form of positive change to their health through understanding their fitness and nutrition better , it includes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ As well as supporting our officers and staff ’ s physical wellbeing , we offer psychological screening to identify those are in need of extra support .
We absolutely acknowledge that policing is a tough vocation and we are acutely aware of our need to be proactive about the health and wellbeing .
”

Almost 70 per cent of Hampshire police officers were said to be obese or overweight.
The “astonishing revelations” came from an email sent by Chief Superintendent Lucy Hutson.
However, Hampshire police now say the figures were based on a small sample of 525 officers and staff.
And, that these people specifically asked for help with their well-being and fitness over the last two years.
The police add that 70 per cent of 525 is 367 and therefore just eight per cent of the Hampshire force.
Deputy Chief Constable Sara Glen has now launched a series of health and wellbeing initiatives.
According to Hampshire police it takes wellbeing very seriously as policing “can be incredibly challenging for officers and staff”.
Sara said: “We recently launched Frontline Fitness which is a programme spearheaded by one of our frontline officers.
“This is a facility for all Hampshire Constabulary staff who want to make any form of positive change to their health through understanding their fitness and nutrition better, it includes virtual training and exercise programmes.
“As well as supporting our officers and staff’s physical wellbeing, we offer psychological screening to identify those are in need of extra support. We absolutely acknowledge that policing is a tough vocation and we are acutely aware of our need to be proactive about the health and wellbeing.”


thedailyecho--2020-06-11--Laburnum House Extra Care told to improve by CQC

A HAMPSHIRE care service where staff `` miss visits '' has been told it is `` not always safe '' and people are `` at risk '' .
Laburnum House Extra Care , run by Radis Community Care , is a service providing personal care and support to people living in specialist 'extra care ' housing in Hedge End .
The service has 51 flats and bungalows with on-site staff who are present 24/7 .
The service had an inspection on February 18 this year , and the findings were published by the CQC on May 27 giving the home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ improvement '' .
The report found that three out of five categories used to determine the rating all require improvement , and the two others were rated as good .
Inspectors found that the service was not always safe and that there was a risk people of being harmed .
Inspectors were told that there were times when staff had missed visits .
They said , `` I ring up if they do n't turn up '' and `` It used to be really organised but the last few months it has n't @ @ @ @ @ @ @ staff .
They told him I was n't on the computer , so we 'll see how it goes .
I find it a worry . ''
Another resident said that sometime staff would be late to visits which would cause their medicines to be late .
They added : `` This means my pain has built up and I then ca n't have them at the set times . ''
They also told us , `` I 'm epileptic so it 's important I have my ( medicine ) at the right @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
It was also found that since the last inspection , while some improvements were made , training records were still incomplete .
Three staff records indicated they had received safeguarding training in August 2017 but no refresher training since then .
For another staff member who started in 2017 there was no record of training in safeguarding or moving and handling .
The Daily Echo contacted Radis Community Care but they did not respond .

Laburnum House Extra Care, run by Radis Community Care, is a service providing personal care and support to people living in specialist 'extra care' housing in Hedge End.
The service has 51 flats and bungalows with on-site staff who are present 24/7.
The service had an inspection on February 18 this year, and the findings were published by the CQC on May 27 giving the home an over all rating of "requires improvement".
The report found that three out of five categories used to determine the rating all require improvement, and the two others were rated as good.
Inspectors found that the service was not always safe and that there was a risk people of being harmed.
Inspectors were told that there were times when staff had missed visits.
They said, "I ring up if they don't turn up" and "It used to be really organised but the last few months it hasn't been.
"My son spoke with staff. They told him I wasn't on the computer, so we'll see how it goes. I find it a worry."
Another resident said that sometime staff would be late to visits which would cause their medicines to be late.
They added: "This means my pain has built up and I then can't have them at the set times." They also told us, "I'm epileptic so it's important I have my (medicine) at the right time to keep the fits under control."
It was also found that since the last inspection, while some improvements were made, training records were still incomplete.
Three staff records indicated they had received safeguarding training in August 2017 but no refresher training since then.
For another staff member who started in 2017 there was no record of training in safeguarding or moving and handling.
A spokesperson for Radis Community Care said they are currently workng on a response.


thedailyecho--2020-06-11--LETTER - All lives matter but at the present time we need to place importance on black people’s live

LETTER - All lives matter but at the present time we need to place importance on black people’s lives

All lives matter , but at the present time we need to place importance on black people ’ s lives .
A catalyst has been reached with the murder of George Floyd in the United States , and black people and other campaigners against inequality throughout the world are demonstrating their anger at the disproportionate number of deaths that BAME individuals and communities have to suffer because of institutionalised racism .
The protests that we have witnessed in the US , UK and other countries will hopefully be a turning point .
In these countries people from BAME communities face @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of black deaths in custody ; they make up a greater proportion of frontline workers – making them twice as likely to be susceptible to contracting Covid 19 and dying ; their communities face more poverty ; their housing situations are more inadequate for healthy living ; and most of all they frequently face racism – both institutionalised and by individual bigots .
In the New Forest , as one of the most affluent areas of the country , we are not always aware of the inequalities that many suffer ; but the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ overtly .
As members of the Labour Partly we stand with people from all communities that face the abhorrence of racism .

A catalyst has been reached with the murder of George Floyd in the United States, and black people and other campaigners against inequality throughout the world are demonstrating their anger at the disproportionate number of deaths that BAME individuals and communities have to suffer because of institutionalised racism.
The protests that we have witnessed in the US, UK and other countries will hopefully be a turning point.
In these countries people from BAME communities face inequalities that lead to a disproportionate number of black deaths in custody; they make up a greater proportion of frontline workers – making them twice as likely to be susceptible to contracting Covid 19 and dying; their communities face more poverty; their housing situations are more inadequate for healthy living; and most of all they frequently face racism – both institutionalised and by individual bigots.
In the New Forest, as one of the most affluent areas of the country, we are not always aware of the inequalities that many suffer; but the prejudices are here although manifest themselves less overtly. As members of the Labour Partly we stand with people from all communities that face the abhorrence of racism.
Jethro Bor
New Forest East Labour Party Executive


thedailyecho--2020-06-11--Donations to NHSBT Southampton blood donor centre

HUNDREDS who have recovered from coronavirus have donated their blood to help with a major treatment trial looking into the pandemic .
More than 195 people have given donations of their plasma , the clear liquid portion of blood that remains after red blood cells , to the Southampton blood donor centre on Coxford Road .
• Do you know someone called David from Southampton ?
They may be a life saver NHS Blood and Transplant ( NHSBT ) is collecting convalescent plasma for a coronavirus treatment trial , and if the trial is successful , widespread use in hospitals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ treatment that some doctors are using for people with the coronavirus disease .
The antibody rich plasma of people who have recovered can be transfused into people that are struggling to develop their own immune response .
NHSBT is appealing for people from Southampton who have had Covid-19 to get in touch with them and donate their plasma .
The plasma with the most antibodies tends to come from people who were more ill , according to doctors .
For this reason , there is a particular need for recovered donors who are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 35 , or who were hospitalised , as their plasma is most likely to save lives .
Prof David Roberts , NHS Blood and Transplant ’ s Associate Medical Director for Blood Donation , said : “ Thank you to everyone in Southampton for donating convalescent plasma to try and save lives .
We need more donors and we want to hear from people who have had the coronavirus .
• Calls for people across Hampshire to donate blood during coronavirus outbreak “ Convalescent plasma donation is safe and easy .
If you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Help your NHS fight Covid-19.
” Convalescent plasma donation takes about 45 minutes , during which time people are told they can relax .
According to doctors , the body usually replaces the plasma donated in 24 to 48 hours , which then quickly replaces the antibodies .
People can donate plasma as often as often as every two weeks .
To offer to donate convalescent plasma in Southampton , call 0300 123 23 23 or visit www.nhsbt.nhs.uk .

More than 195 people have given donations of their plasma, the clear liquid portion of blood that remains after red blood cells, to the Southampton blood donor centre on Coxford Road.
NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) is collecting convalescent plasma for a coronavirus treatment trial, and if the trial is successful, widespread use in hospitals.
Convalescent plasma therapy is an experimental treatment that some doctors are using for people with the coronavirus disease.
The antibody rich plasma of people who have recovered can be transfused into people that are struggling to develop their own immune response.
NHSBT is appealing for people from Southampton who have had Covid-19 to get in touch with them and donate their plasma.
The plasma with the most antibodies tends to come from people who were more ill, according to doctors.
For this reason, there is a particular need for recovered donors who are male, or who are aged over 35, or who were hospitalised, as their plasma is most likely to save lives.
Prof David Roberts, NHS Blood and Transplant’s Associate Medical Director for Blood Donation, said: “Thank you to everyone in Southampton for donating convalescent plasma to try and save lives. We need more donors and we want to hear from people who have had the coronavirus.
“Convalescent plasma donation is safe and easy. If you get the call, please donate. Help your NHS fight Covid-19.”
Convalescent plasma donation takes about 45 minutes, during which time people are told they can relax.
According to doctors, the body usually replaces the plasma donated in 24 to 48 hours, which then quickly replaces the antibodies.
People can donate plasma as often as often as every two weeks.
To offer to donate convalescent plasma in Southampton, call 0300 123 23 23 or visit www.nhsbt.nhs.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-06-11--Warning issued over future of Southampton childcare

CONCERNS have been raised over the future of childcare provision in Southampton .
Education bosses in the city said childminders and early years education providers are being hit by the pandemic and there might not be enough childcare places in the future should providers go out of business .
Civic chiefs stressed that this is not the case yet and it is believed there will be sufficient spaces as the city emerges from the lockdown .
But they also warned that should this continue the government will need to take urgent action .
The Department for Education ( DfE ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ early years providers .
But at a Southampton City Council ’ s virtual meeting , Anne Downie , early years and childcare manager at the city council , said : “ But it is how we administer that if children are not coming forward .
That is a real worry .
We are seeing quite a reduction in the number of our childcare providers .
Normally in the autumn term we have sufficient places but come next spring , next summer if people feel confident to go back to early years settings we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ children who need them.
” She told members of the Children and Families Scrutiny Panel that some providers are planning to close and on average the city has been losing one childminder a week since the start of the lockdown .
The names of the providers at risk of closure have not been revealed .
But Ms Downie said : “ The local authority has a statutory duty to secure sufficient places for two , three and four years old and childcare for working parents so it is a real worry moving forward.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ for children and learning at the city council , said : “ As a local authority we are far from alone in having concerns about the impact this may have , especially the long-term impact on children who may be unable to access early years ’ education if some go out of business due to underfunding .
We are not at that point yet , and at the moment we believe that there will be sufficient childcare spaces available as we begin to emerge from lockdown .
However , if this is to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ urgent action to secure the long-term financial future of early years settings .
I have written to ask for Ministers to take action.
” A DfE spokesperson said : “ We are providing significant financial and business support to protect childcare providers – this includes the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – and we have continued early years funding to councils , worth a planned £3.6 billion in 2020-21 .
We have also confirmed that parents that are critical workers normally eligible for the government ’ s childcare offers will continue receiving these over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ levels fall due to the impact of coronavirus .
”

Education bosses in the city said childminders and early years education providers are being hit by the pandemic and there might not be enough childcare places in the future should providers go out of business.
Civic chiefs stressed that this is not the case yet and it is believed there will be sufficient spaces as the city emerges from the lockdown.
But they also warned that should this continue the government will need to take urgent action.
The Department for Education (DfE) has pledged to continue to financially support early years providers.
But at a Southampton City Council’s virtual meeting, Anne Downie, early years and childcare manager at the city council, said: “But it is how we administer that if children are not coming forward. That is a real worry. We are seeing quite a reduction in the number of our childcare providers. Normally in the autumn term we have sufficient places but come next spring, next summer if people feel confident to go back to early years settings we might not have sufficient spaces for these children who need them.”
She told members of the Children and Families Scrutiny Panel that some providers are planning to close and on average the city has been losing one childminder a week since the start of the lockdown.
The names of the providers at risk of closure have not been revealed.
But Ms Downie said: “The local authority has a statutory duty to secure sufficient places for two, three and four years old and childcare for working parents so it is a real worry moving forward.”
Cllr Darren Paffey, cabinet member for children and learning at the city council, said
: “As a local authority we are far from alone in having concerns about the impact this may have, especially the long-term impact on children who may be unable to access early years’ education if some go out of business due to underfunding. We are not at that point yet, and at the moment we believe that there will be sufficient childcare spaces available as we begin to emerge from lockdown. However, if this is to continue we need the government to take urgent action to secure the long-term financial future of early years settings. I have written to ask for Ministers to take action.”
A DfE spokesperson said: “We are providing significant financial and business support to protect childcare providers – this includes the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – and we have continued early years funding to councils, worth a planned £3.6 billion in 2020-21. We have also confirmed that parents that are critical workers normally eligible for the government’s childcare offers will continue receiving these over the summer term even if their income levels fall due to the impact of coronavirus.”


thedailyecho--2020-06-11--Shops reopening at Westquay on Monday

Shops reopening at Westquay on Monday

SHOPPING fanatics can soon take to the stores as non-essential retail shops prepare to reopen on Monday .
Westquay Shopping Centre will be reopening a number of their stores `` as quickly as they can '' but ask shoppers to bear with them .
It follows months of closures as the coronavirus pandemic led to a lockdown , meaning all non-essential stores had to temporarily shut up shop .
A spokesperson for Westquay said : `` Please bear with us as we get set to welcome you back on Monday 15 June .
`` First , we want to say @ @ @ @ @ @ @ workers that have kept key stores open and running while we ’ ve been in lockdown , and to all the NHS workers that have truly gone the extra mile over the past few months .
`` We need to work together to keep safe , and the way we all shop is going to feel different for a while .
We ’ ll be introducing a range of measures to keep you safe .
Our priority is yours and our colleagues ’ health , and we ’ ll update you on everything @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` Not all stores will be able to reopen initially and we 'll be publishing an up-to-date list of these stores on our website , so please do check back before you visit . ''
And it 's not just stores as several restaurants are also planning to open their doors to customers again .
So to make life easier for our readers , we have comprised a list of categories so you can plan your visit .
Below is a list of the stores that are set to reopen on Monday @ @ @

Westquay Shopping Centre will be reopening a number of their stores "as quickly as they can" but ask shoppers to bear with them.
It follows months of closures as the coronavirus pandemic led to a lockdown, meaning all non-essential stores had to temporarily shut up shop.
A spokesperson for Westquay said: "Please bear with us as we get set to welcome you back on Monday 15 June.
"First, we want to say a massive thanks to all our essential workers that have kept key stores open and running while we’ve been in lockdown, and to all the NHS workers that have truly gone the extra mile over the past few months.
"We need to work together to keep safe, and the way we all shop is going to feel different for a while. We’ll be introducing a range of measures to keep you safe. Our priority is yours and our colleagues’ health, and we’ll update you on everything we’re doing before we open.
"Not all stores will be able to reopen initially and we'll be publishing an up-to-date list of these stores on our website, so please do check back before you visit."
And it's not just stores as several restaurants are also planning to open their doors to customers again.
So to make life easier for our readers, we have comprised a list of categories so you can plan your visit.
Below is a list of the stores that are set to reopen on Monday June 15:
Food and Drink
Ben & Jerry's
Five Guys
Fuel Juice Bar
Krispy Kreme
Red Dog Saloon
Pret
Marks & Spencer (Food Hall)
Thaikhun
Clothing and Fashion
BOSS
Crew Clothing Co
Dune
Footlocker
H&M
Hollister
Jack Wills
Schuh
Skechers
Superdry
Tommy Hilfiger
Zara
Other
Claire's
Clintons
Essential
Flying Tiger Copenhagen
Goldsmiths
Laings
Lego
Lovisa
Lush
Metro Bank
Nespresso
O2
Pandora
The Fragrance Shop
The Perfume Shop
The White Company
Three
Vision Express
Vodafone
Waterstones
Some of these stores may be delayed in opening, according to Westquay.
To see the up-to-date list, visit www.west-quay.co.uk/news/list-of-stores-opening.


thedailyecho--2020-06-11--Southampton rail services disrupted by fallen tree

PASSENGERS could face rail disruption until this evening after a fallen tree has blocked the railway between Brockenhurst and Totton @ @ @ @ @ working on clearing the fallen tree from the line but warn that passengers heading towards @ @ @ @ @ until around 5pm this evening .
Train services running through this line may be cancelled @ @ @ @ @ while specialist teams work on clearing the tree from the track .
A spokesperson for @ @ @ @ @ `` Due to a tree blocking the railway between Brockenhurst and Totton the Southampton bound @ @ @ @ @ services running through these stations may be cancelled , delayed or revised and disruption is @ @ @ @ @ .
`` Our specialist teams are en-route to clear the tree from the track .
@ @ @ @ @ travel advice please speak to a member of staff or use a station help point @ @ @ @ @ delayed are encouraged to look at South Western Railway 's compensation policy by visiting : @ @

Rail chiefs are currently working on clearing the fallen tree from the line but warn that passengers heading towards Southampton could face significant delays until around 5pm this evening.
Train services running through this line may be cancelled, delayed or revised, while specialist teams work on clearing the tree from the track.
A spokesperson for South Western Railway said: "Due to a tree blocking the railway between Brockenhurst and Totton the Southampton bound line is blocked. Train services running through these stations may be cancelled, delayed or revised and disruption is expected until 5pm this evening.
"Our specialist teams are en-route to clear the tree from the track. For further information or onward travel advice please speak to a member of staff or use a station help point.
Customers who have been delayed are encouraged to look at South Western Railway's compensation policy by visiting: www.southwesternrailway.com/contact-and-help/refunds-and-compensation.


thedailyecho--2020-06-11--Tree branch smashed through train cab window bringing temporary halt to services

A TREE branch smashed through the cab window of a moving train in Hampshire , bringing the service to a @ @ @ @ @ routine rail service between Brockenhurst and Lymington this morning at around 6.30am , the branch @ @ @ @ @ the tracks impaled the driver 's cab window .
While no one was injured during @ @ @ @ @ a four hour delay to services while Network Rail teams removed the branches from the @ @ @ @ @ before services resumed at around 10.12am .
A Network Rail spokesperson said : `` This @ @ @ @ @ South Western trains between Brockenhurst and Lymington in Hampshire .
`` A branch smashed through @ @ @ @ @ at around 6.30am and fortunately no one was hurt .
This is why it is @ @ @ @ @ branches that are near the railway .
`` There were delays to services while Network @ @ @ @ @ from the track and services resumed at 10:12am . ''

During a routine rail service between Brockenhurst and Lymington this morning at around 6.30am, the branch of a tree close to the tracks impaled the driver's cab window.
While no one was injured during the incident, there was a four hour delay to services while Network Rail teams removed the branches from the track and the train, before services resumed at around 10.12am.
A Network Rail spokesperson said: "This morning there were delays to South Western trains between Brockenhurst and Lymington in Hampshire.
"A branch smashed through the driver's cab window at around 6.30am and fortunately no one was hurt. This is why it is important to remove or trim branches that are near the railway.
"There were delays to services while Network Rail teams removed the branches from the track and services resumed at 10:12am."


thedailyecho--2020-06-11--MISSING: Appeal launched to find Lymington man

AN APPEAL has been launched to find a missing man .
David Wall from Lymington has been reported as missing .
The 49-year-old was last seen in the Clausen Way area at around 11am this morning ( June 11 ) .
He left his house in a light blue Chevrolet Astro van .
David is described as white , 5ft 5ins tall with a stocky build , he has grey hair and a grey goatee beard .
He is also described as wearing glasses .
David was last seen wearing a pair of jeans and a fleece top .
According @ @ @ @ @ @ @ concerned for his welfare .
A police spokesperson said : `` We ’ ve been making enquiries throughout the day but are now turning to you for your help .
`` It is believed that he will be in the New Forest area , but he also has links to Mudeford in Dorset .
`` If you see him , or think you may have seen him or his van since this morning please call us on 101 , quoting the reference 346 of today ’ s date , or 44200210124 . ''

David Wall from Lymington has been reported as missing.
The 49-year-old was last seen in the Clausen Way area at around 11am this morning (June 11).
He left his house in a light blue Chevrolet Astro van.
David is described as white, 5ft 5ins tall with a stocky build, he has grey hair and a grey goatee beard.
He is also described as wearing glasses.
David was last seen wearing a pair of jeans and a fleece top.
According to police, David's family is concerned for his welfare.
A police spokesperson said: "We’ve been making enquiries throughout the day but are now turning to you for your help.
"It is believed that he will be in the New Forest area, but he also has links to Mudeford in Dorset.
"If you see him, or think you may have seen him or his van since this morning please call us on 101, quoting the reference 346 of today’s date, or 44200210124."


thedailyecho--2020-06-11--Two men arrested on suspicion of Class A drugs offences

TWO men have been arrested while officers continue to investigate drugs offences across the city .
Officers stopped a car @ @ @ @ @ , on Wednesday afternoon and arrested a 19-year-old man from Southampton .
While a 20-year-old @ @ @ @ @ was also arrested on suspicion of possession of a class A drug with intent to @ @ @ @ @ been released from custody but remain under investigation as enquiries continue .
A spokesperson for @ @ @ @ @ If you have concerns about drug-related activity in your area please call us on 101 @ @ @ @ @ 0800 555 111 .
`` Tackling drug-related harm in our city is a priority for @ @ @ @ @ and businesses in the area can help us ensure we are doing all we can @ @ @ @ @ activity within our communities . ''

Officers stopped a car in Melbourne Street, Southampton, on Wednesday afternoon and arrested a 19-year-old man from Southampton.
While a 20-year-old man from the New Forest was also arrested on suspicion of possession of a class A drug with intent to supply.
They have both been released from custody but remain under investigation as enquiries continue.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "If you have concerns about drug-related activity in your area please call us on 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
"Tackling drug-related harm in our city is a priority for us and information from residents and businesses in the area can help us ensure we are doing all we can to disrupt this type of activity within our communities."


thedailyecho--2020-06-12--Central Bridge and Terminus Terrace shut off after incident


thedailyecho--2020-06-12--Man dies in hospital after Shirley Road crash

A MAN in his 60s has died in hospital following a serious motorbike crash on a Southampton road .
Officers were called to Shirley Road at 7.30am following reports that a black and white-coloured Lexmoto Milano motorbike collided with traffic lights at the junction with Waterloo Road .
• Man dies after serious crash on Southampton road The driver suffered serious injuries during the incident on Thursday and was taken to hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later .
The road was closed during rush hour between Four Post Hill and Hill Lane , during which time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ motorists away from the area .
While one nearby shop worker said the police would not tell him what had happened , a resident said the crash served as a reminder that people need to “ look out for each other ” .
• Police shut road in Southampton after serious crash A cordon was set up around traffic lights , while bus services were diverted to other routes for several hours .
One person said : “ A sad day for the local MOD and scooter scene .
RIP.
” The road @ @ @ @ @ @ @ high number of motorists each day , was left deserted during the closure .
Cars were only allowed to drive through if they needed to access a business situated on Shirley Road .
Police have since opened an investigation into the crash .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : “ We are investigating a fatal collision which took place in Southampton this morning ( 11 June ) .
`` His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers .
“ Anyone who witnessed the collision , or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ contact police on 101 , quoting 44200209847 .
”

Officers were called to Shirley Road at 7.30am following reports that a black and white-coloured Lexmoto Milano motorbike collided with traffic lights at the junction with Waterloo Road.
The driver suffered serious injuries during the incident on Thursday and was taken to hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later.
The road was closed during rush hour between Four Post Hill and Hill Lane, during which time a number of officers were seen diverting motorists away from the area.
While one nearby shop worker said the police would not tell him what had happened, a resident said the crash served as a reminder that people need to “look out for each other”.
A cordon was set up around traffic lights, while bus services were diverted to other routes for several hours.
One person said: “A sad day for the local MOD and scooter scene. RIP.”
The road, which is typically filled with a high number of motorists each day, was left deserted during the closure.
Cars were only allowed to drive through if they needed to access a business situated on Shirley Road.
Police have since opened an investigation into the crash.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: “We are investigating a fatal collision which took place in Southampton this morning (11 June).
"His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
“Anyone who witnessed the collision, or captured the incident on DashCam, should contact police on 101, quoting 44200209847.”


thedailyecho--2020-06-12--Boy, 15, denies stabbing murder of teenager in Southampton

A 15-year-old boy has pleaded not guilty to the murder of a teenager who died of a single stab wound @ @ @ @ @ Laurie , of Montague Avenue , Southampton , was seriously injured in the incident in @ @ @ @ @ on January 19 .
The 17-year-old was taken to Southampton General Hospital in a serious @ @ @ @ @ .
A post mortem showed he died of a single stab wound to the chest @ @ @ @ @ the charge of murder , the defendant , from Andover , pleaded guilty to possession @ @ @ @ @ a public place during a hearing at Winchester Crown Court .
Judge Susan Evans QC @ @ @ @ @ murder charge to be held on August 17 and remanded the defendant in custody until @ @ @ @ @ July 17 .
The victim ’ s parents paid tribute to James in a statement @ @ @ @ @ saying : “ We will miss you and your cheeky smile forever .
You were @ @ @ @ @ will always think of you .
Sleep tight now .
”

James Laurie, of Montague Avenue, Southampton, was seriously injured in the incident in the Thornhill area of Southampton on January 19.
The 17-year-old was taken to Southampton General Hospital in a serious condition, but later died.
A post mortem showed he died of a single stab wound to the chest.
As well as denying the charge of murder, the defendant, from Andover, pleaded guilty to possession of a sheath knife in a public place during a hearing at Winchester Crown Court.
Judge Susan Evans QC set a trial on the murder charge to be held on August 17 and remanded the defendant in custody until a further preliminary hearing on July 17.
The victim’s parents paid tribute to James in a statement released through Hampshire police, saying: “We will miss you and your cheeky smile forever. You were full of life. We will always think of you. Sleep tight now.”


thedailyecho--2020-06-12--Area of Southampton shut off after incident

AN AREA of Southampton has been shut off this morning following an incident .
Central Bridge is closed and Terminus @ @ @ @ @ Road heading towards the bridge .
• UPDATE - follow our live blog on this @ @ @ @ @ > > Southampton City Council said residents should avoid the area if possible .
Road @ @ @ @ @ Bridge and Terminus Terrace From Canute Road to the junction of Itchen Bridge .
This @ @ @ @ @ .
Please avoid the area if possible , we will keep you updated .
— @ @ @ @ @ ) June 12 , 2020