thedailyecho--2020-11-22--Pictures of Christmas lights in Southampton

IN PREVIOUS years , this was always the time when hundreds of excited families and friends would gather to watch @ @ @ @ @ stars switch on Southampton 's twinkling Christmas lights .
The city 's air would fill @ @ @ @ @ were treated to entertainment , festive stalls and bars for the special night .
To @ @ @ @ @ entertained , musicians would play , actors perform and presenters would provide a warm welcome @ @ @ @ @ often chill nights .
The pictures in the gallery above shows groups of people having @ @ @ @ @ in the city before social distancing was a thing .

The city's air would fill with festive cheer as crowds were treated to entertainment, festive stalls and bars for the special night.
To keep the flocks of families entertained, musicians would play, actors perform and presenters would provide a warm welcome - much needed on the often chill nights.
The pictures in the gallery above shows groups of people having fun at Christmas light switch-ons in the city before social distancing was a thing.


thedailyecho--2020-11-22--Plans for Leisure World site in Southampton have been submitted

MULTI-MILLION pound plans to give an area of Southampton a new lease of life have moved a step closer .
Proposals to build 650 homes , two 150-room hotels , 80 serviced hotel apartments as well as a cinema , a casino , a central plaza , new restaurants , shops and 9,795sqm of office space at the Leisure World site , off West Quay Road , have been submitted to Southampton City Council .
A final decision on the £250m scheme is expected to be made in the first quarter of next year .
More than 1,000 jobs are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the project put forward by Sovereign Centros .
If approved , the scheme will be developed in four phases with work beginning in 2022 .
The project will be part of the redevelopment of the so-called Mayflower Quarter - the area between Southampton Central Railway Station and the Mayflower Park .
The news has been welcomed by civic chiefs but it has also sparked some criticism .
John Marsh , director at Sovereign Centros , said : “ There has never been such an important time to bring forward regeneration proposals in our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the strongest possible position post the pandemic crisis .
`` Our proposed development will bring significant investment to Southampton and will look to create a vibrant environment alongside the waterfront.
” A total of 1,142 parking spaces - of which about 889 would be in a multi-storey car park - would be created at the site .
There would also be 866 long-stay and 284 short-stay cycle parking spaces .
As previously reported , the first phase of the new scheme would see a cinema , a casino , restaurants and one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ West Quay Road .
The new offices and 325 homes would be built as part of phase two while a further 325 homes and the second 150-room hotel would be built as part of phase three .
• From Jumpin Jaks to nightclubs and a bowling alley - hundreds of pictures of Leisure World through the years Meanwhile , health and wellness facilities would be built as part of the last phase of the scheme , according to the developer .
Southampton Itchen MP Royston Smith said the project is “ an ideal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Whitehead , MP for Southampton Test , described it as “ a great statement of faith in the city ” .
But he said he wants to ensure there will be “ proper public space ” and affordable homes .
The plans submitted to the council are an outline planning application which means that more detailed plans would be submitted in the future .
Bargate councillor Sarah Bogle said she welcomes the investment and has engaged in the pre-planning consultation .
“ I think it ’ s fair to say there are mixed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the new realities of our lives since Covid , ” she added .
Opposition leader Cllr Dan Fitzhenry called on the council to bring forward more schemes like this .
It comes as the masterplan for the Mayflower Quarter is currently being prepared .
• How you can help shape the future of Southampton But Giles Semper , the chief executive of Go !
Southampton , said integrating the plans for the Leisure World site with the wider masterplan for the Mayflower Quarter would be a “ win win – for the developer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said there is a risk that the plans just put forward might block other ideas that would come forward in the masterplan .
He added : “ More A-grade office is needed if the city is to bring back the kind of exporting , high-skill , high-wage businesses that will fuel further growth in the city centre , retain graduates and raise aspirations for the city ’ s young people . ''
The Leisure World site - which hosts businesses such as the Odeon cinema , Oceana nightclub and Grosvenor Casino - was @ @ @ @ @

Proposals to build 650 homes, two 150-room hotels, 80 serviced hotel apartments as well as a cinema, a casino, a central plaza, new restaurants, shops and 9,795sqm of office space at the Leisure World site, off West Quay Road, have been submitted to Southampton City Council.
A final decision on the £250m scheme is expected to be made in the first quarter of next year.
More than 1,000 jobs are set to be created as part of the project put forward by Sovereign Centros.
If approved, the scheme will be developed in four phases with work beginning in 2022.
The project will be part of the redevelopment of the so-called Mayflower Quarter - the area between Southampton Central Railway Station and the Mayflower Park.
The news has been welcomed by civic chiefs but it has also sparked some criticism.
John Marsh, director at Sovereign Centros, said: “There has never been such an important time to bring forward regeneration proposals in our regional cities to ensure they can emerge in the strongest possible position post the pandemic crisis.
"Our proposed development will bring significant investment to Southampton and will look to create a vibrant environment alongside the waterfront.”
A total of 1,142 parking spaces - of which about 889 would be in a multi-storey car park - would be created at the site.
There would also be 866 long-stay and 284 short-stay cycle parking spaces.
As previously reported, the first phase of the new scheme would see a cinema, a casino, restaurants and one of the two hotels being built along West Quay Road.
The new offices and 325 homes would be built as part of phase two while a further 325 homes and the second 150-room hotel would be built as part of phase three.
Meanwhile, health and wellness facilities would be built as part of the last phase of the scheme, according to the developer.
Southampton Itchen MP Royston Smith said the project is “an ideal opportunity” to create jobs. Alan Whitehead, MP for Southampton Test, described it as “a great statement of faith in the city”. But he said he wants to ensure there will be “proper public space” and affordable homes.
The plans submitted to the council are an outline planning application which means that more detailed plans would be submitted in the future.
Bargate councillor Sarah Bogle said she welcomes the investment and has engaged in the pre-planning consultation.
“I think it’s fair to say there are mixed views from residents particularly in light of the new realities of our lives since Covid,” she added.
Opposition leader Cllr Dan Fitzhenry called on the council to bring forward more schemes like this.
It comes as the masterplan for the Mayflower Quarter is currently being prepared.
But Giles Semper, the chief executive of Go! Southampton, said integrating the plans for the Leisure World site with the wider masterplan for the Mayflower Quarter would be a “win win – for the developer and for the city”.
He said there is a risk that the plans just put forward might block other ideas that would come forward in the masterplan.
He added: “More A-grade office is needed if the city is to bring back the kind of exporting, high-skill, high-wage businesses that will fuel further growth in the city centre, retain graduates and raise aspirations for the city’s young people."
The Leisure World site - which hosts businesses such as the Odeon cinema, Oceana nightclub and Grosvenor Casino - was first opened in 1997.
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thedailyecho--2020-11-22--Civic chiefs reject application for Lime Kiln Lane, Holbury

PLANS to open a hydrotherapy centre for dogs have been rejected .
New Forest District Council ( NFDC ) has @ @ @ @ @ relating to one of the units at the newly-built Glenmore Business Park off Lime Kiln @ @ @ @ @ Parish Council had urged NFDC to approve the application .
But a report to NFDC @ @ @ @ @ proposal would result in the loss of a brand new unit to a non-employment use @ @ @ @ @ submitted to demonstrate that the site is not suitable for employment use .
`` Therefore @ @ @ @ @ the unjustified and economically harmful loss of a a valuable employment use , contrary to @ @ @

New Forest District Council (NFDC) has refused to support an application relating to one of the units at the newly-built Glenmore Business Park off Lime Kiln Lane in Holbury.
Fawley Parish Council had urged NFDC to approve the application.
But a report to NFDC members said: "The proposal would result in the loss of a brand new unit to a non-employment use. No evidence has been submitted to demonstrate that the site is not suitable for employment use.
"Therefore the proposal would result in the unjustified and economically harmful loss of a a valuable employment use, contrary to policy."


thedailyecho--2020-11-22--Plans for indoor horse arena for Blackwater Equestrian near Romsey are deferred

PLANS for an indoor equestrian centre near Romsey have been deferred , after the applicant started work before planning permission had been granted .
A planning application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council ( TVBC ) by Blackwater Equestrian to build the arena on land at Oak Tree Farm , Foxes Lane , West Wellow .
Now , the proposals have been reined in by TVBC ’ s Southern Area Planning Committee on Tuesday after councillors voted to push back the plans by 11 votes to one .
This comes after the plans whipped up more than 120 objections @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the controversial application worry the building would tower over the area .
Others believe it will increase the risk of flooding if given the go-ahead by planning chiefs .
However , the applicant ’ s agent , Mark Doodes , hit back saying residents losing their view over the current site is not a valid reason to reject the plans .
Mr Doodes , from Mark Doodes Planning , said : “ It is fair to say the scheme is not popular locally and many residents have written to object for a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ area .
“ There is no doubt proposals can be seen from nearby residents ’ homes and from a public highway .
These residents rightly cherish the views they have enjoyed over my client ’ s land for decades , but this is not a reason to resist planning permission.
” But Conservative Nick Adams-King , who represents the Blackwater ward , criticised the applicant for starting work on the site before permission has been granted .
He said : “ It is to be regretted the applicant has chosen to begin work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ This has not helped the situation and fed the concerns of local residents.
” The applicants were advised to stop work more than once by planning enforcement before complying , the councillor added .
He said : “ The site ’ s location is key to the application .
I fear it is not possible to properly understand the context of the site without seeing it for yourselves.
” Conservative Gordon Bailey , who represents Blackwater , backed Cllr Adams-King ’ s idea to defer the plans .
He said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seen they are not representative of what is actually there .
“ It looks quite different to that and , because of that we asked for a site visit and I think a site visit is the correct way to go for members of the committee to understand the situation on the ground .
“ I would like to propose this application is deferred for the time being until we have had a site visit.
” This proposal was seconded by Liberal Democrat Alan Dowden .

A planning application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) by Blackwater Equestrian to build the arena on land at Oak Tree Farm, Foxes Lane, West Wellow.
Now, the proposals have been reined in by TVBC’s Southern Area Planning Committee on Tuesday after councillors voted to push back the plans by 11 votes to one. This comes after the plans whipped up more than 120 objections and 26 letters of support.
Critics of the controversial application worry the building would tower over the area. Others believe it will increase the risk of flooding if given the go-ahead by planning chiefs.
However, the applicant’s agent, Mark Doodes, hit back saying residents losing their view over the current site is not a valid reason to reject the plans.
Mr Doodes, from Mark Doodes Planning, said: “It is fair to say the scheme is not popular locally and many residents have written to object for a successful business to expand in a rural area.
“There is no doubt proposals can be seen from nearby residents’ homes and from a public highway. These residents rightly cherish the views they have enjoyed over my client’s land for decades, but this is not a reason to resist planning permission.”
But Conservative Nick Adams-King, who represents the Blackwater ward, criticised the applicant for starting work on the site before permission has been granted.
He said: “It is to be regretted the applicant has chosen to begin work on the development without permission being granted. “This has not helped the situation and fed the concerns of local residents.” The applicants were advised to stop work more than once by planning enforcement before complying, the councillor added.
He said: “The site’s location is key to the application. I fear it is not possible to properly understand the context of the site without seeing it for yourselves.”
Conservative Gordon Bailey, who represents Blackwater, backed Cllr Adams-King’s idea to defer the plans.
He said: “From the photos that we have seen they are not representative of what is actually there. “It looks quite different to that and, because of that we asked for a site visit and I think a site visit is the correct way to go for members of the committee to understand the situation on the ground. “I would like to propose this application is deferred for the time being until we have had a site visit.”
This proposal was seconded by Liberal Democrat Alan Dowden.


thedailyecho--2020-11-22--LETTER - Yorkshire Ripper Peter Sutcliffe left his mark

The fact that Peter Sutcliffe has passed away has led me to recall a conversation at a party we attended @ @ @ @ @ .
A couple , on learning we were from Andover , told us they had @ @ @ @ @ of Andover a good number of years ago and they had purchased the property from @ @ @ @ @ the prison service .
To encourage an inmate ’ s sense of purpose the medic @ @ @ @ @ into oak the name of his own abode .
He did a fine job and @ @ @ @ @ by the front door and looks rather grand .
The inmate ’ s signature and @ @ @ @ @ the reverse .
I often pass this property and can not help glancing at the @ @ @ @ @ if the present owners realise that the carving was made by one of the most @ @ @ @ @ – the Yorkshire Ripper Peter Sutcliffe .

A couple, on learning we were from Andover, told us they had moved from a village north of Andover a good number of years ago and they had purchased the property from a senior medical officer in the prison service.
To encourage an inmate’s sense of purpose the medic had asked him to carve into oak the name of his own abode.
He did a fine job and it is still hanging outside by the front door and looks rather grand.
The inmate’s signature and date can be found on the reverse.
I often pass this property and cannot help glancing at the wooden name plate and wonder if the present owners realise that the carving was made by one of the most notorious murderers in our history – the Yorkshire Ripper Peter Sutcliffe.
Spooky or what!
John Porter
Andover


thedailyecho--2020-11-22--Royal Mail 'fake email' scam warning: How to spot them - and what to do

An urgent warning has been issued by the Royal Mail after it was revealed that fraudsters had sent out a flurry of 'fake emails ' to members of the public .
We 've rounded-up what has happened - how to spot them , and how to report them .
What is the Royal Mail 'fake email ' scam ?
According to reports , fraudsters have targeted people by email , claiming that the recipient has an undelivered letter .
The email states that in order to have the letter or parcel redelivered , they will have to pay a sum @ @ @ @ @ @ @ submit their bank details .
Who raised the alert about the scam ?
The scam was raised by Wycombe District Neighbourhood Watch in Flackwell Heath after a village resident received it .
In a statement , they said : “ The resident was sure that this low value transaction was not unreasonable and provided personal and card details to support the payment .
“ However , the resident had second thoughts and realised that this action was unwise .
`` They contacted the relevant fraud department and cancelled all cards before any damage @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shared advice on how to spot a fake email .
Their website states : `` Check at the top .
Fraudsters often use subjects or greetings that are impersonal and general , like “ Attention Royal Mail Customer ” .
`` They may use a forged email address in the “ from ” field like `` delivery @ royalmail.com ” .
They may even use the Royal Mail logo .
None of this guarantees the email has come from us .
`` The sender , subject and content may change slightly but often @ @ @ @ @ @ @ parcel waiting to be collected , ask for payment before an item can be released for delivery , prompts you to open a link or document , or asks you to send a text message or call a phone premium rate phone number . ''
Royal Mail have warned people never to send sensitive , personal information , security details or credit card numbers by email .
`` Never click on a link in an email if you are unsure about it , especially if it asks for personal financial information , this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your computer '' Make sure you have a spam filter on your email account , '' the service added .
How to report a potential scam to Royal Mail Royal Mail added : `` If you receive a suspicious email or discover a Royal Mail branded website which you think is fraudulent , please let us know by contacting us .
`` If you have been the victim of a payment scam , you can get a crime reference number by reporting it to your local Police station .
`` You can also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the national fraud reporting centre .
Please note Police Scotland ( via the 101 telephone service ) must be contacted for scams in or from Scotland . ''

We've rounded-up what has happened - how to spot them, and how to report them.
What is the Royal Mail 'fake email' scam?
According to reports, fraudsters have targeted people by email, claiming that the recipient has an undelivered letter.
The email states that in order to have the letter or parcel redelivered, they will have to pay a sum of £1.99, which requires people to submit their bank details.
Who raised the alert about the scam?
The scam was raised by Wycombe District Neighbourhood Watch in Flackwell Heath after a village resident received it.
In a statement, they said: “The resident was sure that this low value transaction was not unreasonable and provided personal and card details to support the payment.
“However, the resident had second thoughts and realised that this action was unwise.
"They contacted the relevant fraud department and cancelled all cards before any damage had been done.”
How to spot a fake email
Royal Mail have shared advice on how to spot a fake email.
Their website states: "Check at the top. Fraudsters often use subjects or greetings that are impersonal and general, like “Attention Royal Mail Customer”.
"They may use a forged email address in the “from” field like "delivery@royalmail.com”. They may even use the Royal Mail logo. None of this guarantees the email has come from us.
"The sender, subject and content may change slightly but often they; state there’s a parcel waiting to be collected, ask for payment before an item can be released for delivery, prompts you to open a link or document, or asks you to send a text message or call a phone premium rate phone number."
Royal Mail have warned people never to send sensitive, personal information, security details or credit card numbers by email.
"Never click on a link in an email if you are unsure about it, especially if it asks for personal financial information, this might attempt to install malware on to your computer
"Make sure you have a spam filter on your email account," the service added.
How to report a potential scam to Royal Mail
Royal Mail added: "If you receive a suspicious email or discover a Royal Mail branded website which you think is fraudulent, please let us know by contacting us.
"If you have been the victim of a payment scam, you can get a crime reference number by reporting it to your local Police station.
"You can also report the scam to Action Fraud , the national fraud reporting centre. Please note Police Scotland (via the 101 telephone service) must be contacted for scams in or from Scotland."


thedailyecho--2020-11-22--Stay informed and stay safe - message from Daily Echo editor

AS the country continues to endure a second national lockdown , there has never been a more crucial time to know what is happening in your area .
This stage of the coronavirus pandemic is having a severe impact on people ’ s daily lives and mental health , throwing up new challenges for families , businesses , schools , the NHS and our community .
And in an era of misinformation and fake news on social media sites , staying informed with reliable journalism is key to staying safe .
We want to make sure you continue to stay @ @ @ @ @ @ @ paper .
This is why we launched our home delivery service with six weeks ’ free delivery to ensure you can still get your newspaper at the time when you need it most .
We can deliver your newspaper free of any delivery charges for the first six weeks , ensuring you can get your newspaper sent straight to your doorstep during the month-long lockdown .
• The Daily Echo is commemorating the 80th anniversary of the blitz of Southampton in a new book - here 's how to get a copy Our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after we were inundated with requests from readers desperate to get their newspaper sent to them while they were locked down .
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Research compiled by Newsworks shows public trust in local news has soared throughout the pandemic , with two thirds of people valuing journalism more now than before the crisis began .
Our title has been reporting on Southampton and Hampshire since 1888 through world wars , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our trusted journalists will continue to tell the stories that matter over the upcoming weeks from reporting the latest coronavirus infection rates and figures as well as covering breaking news , courts and crime , councils , sport and non-Covid stories .
Readers are relying on trusted news brands more than ever before as they seek to make sense of the latest developments in the pandemic and what it means for them and their loved ones .
There has also been three major announcements on a possible vaccine in the last two weeks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if and when those life changing injections will be available .
And as we approach Christmas families across Hampshire will want to know how , and if , they can celebrate the festivities safely .
It has widely been acknowledged that local newspapers have provided a vital service in keeping the public informed and it is absolutely right that we are offering six weeks ’ free delivery to get our newspaper to as many people as possible .
You can stay informed and stay safe by taking out a home delivery newspaper subscription @ @ @ @ @ @ @ digital subscription dailyecho.co.uk/subscribe and help us continue to provide you with all the latest trusted local news .

This stage of the coronavirus pandemic is having a severe impact on people’s daily lives and mental health, throwing up new challenges for families, businesses, schools, the NHS and our community.
And in an era of misinformation and fake news on social media sites, staying informed with reliable journalism is key to staying safe.
We want to make sure you continue to stay in the know with your trusted local paper.
This is why we launched our home delivery service with six weeks’ free delivery to ensure you can still get your newspaper at the time when you need it most.
We can deliver your newspaper free of any delivery charges for the first six weeks, ensuring you can get your newspaper sent straight to your doorstep during the month-long lockdown.
Our scheme was first launched in the Spring after we were inundated with requests from readers desperate to get their newspaper sent to them while they were locked down.
We understand that for millions of people like you, getting your newspaper is an important part of your lives.
Our home delivery service will help ensure readers - particularly those who are vulnerable and elderly - can stay informed.
It couldn’t be easier to sign up.
Simply call 0800 953 0227 to speak to one of our friendly professional advisors who will help you with your order.
As well as our home delivery newspaper service, we have also launched our digital subscriptions where readers can get unlimited access to our online journalism 24 hours a day starting from just £2 a month for the first two months.
Just visit our website dailyecho.co.uk/subscribe to sign up.
Research compiled by Newsworks shows public trust in local news has soared throughout the pandemic, with two thirds of people valuing journalism more now than before the crisis began.
Our title has been reporting on Southampton and Hampshire since 1888 through world wars, natural disasters and local tragedies.
And our trusted journalists will continue to tell the stories that matter over the upcoming weeks from reporting the latest coronavirus infection rates and figures as well as covering breaking news, courts and crime, councils, sport and non-Covid stories.
Readers are relying on trusted news brands more than ever before as they seek to make sense of the latest developments in the pandemic and what it means for them and their loved ones.
There has also been three major announcements on a possible vaccine in the last two weeks and it is vital our readers know if and when those life changing injections will be available.
And as we approach Christmas families across Hampshire will want to know how, and if, they can celebrate the festivities safely.
It has widely been acknowledged that local newspapers have provided a vital service in keeping the public informed and it is absolutely right that we are offering six weeks’ free delivery to get our newspaper to as many people as possible.
You can stay informed and stay safe by taking out a home delivery newspaper subscription by calling 0800 953 0227 or a digital subscription dailyecho.co.uk/subscribe and help us continue to provide you with all the latest trusted local news.
Stay informed. Stay safe.
Gordon Sutter, Editor


thedailyecho--2020-11-22--Eastleigh residents warned about 'deceitful' pet sellers

A NATIONAL campaign to get people to buy pets safely this Christmas has attracted support from council chiefs .
Eastleigh Borough Council is supporting the 'get your pet safely ' campaign that is encouraging people to think twice before buying a new pet this Christmas to avoid being sold one by a 'deceitful seller ' .
With a national 400 % surge in searches for ‘ buy a puppy ’ expected from mid- November , residents are being urged to look at the seller ’ s profile and search their name online to avoid being lured in .
The price @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than doubled during lockdown and with the new national restrictions in place , the council says pet owners need to be alert to the risks involved while they are not permitted to visit the animal in person .
Animals bred in low-welfare conditions can often be separated from their mother too early in their development and this can lead to severe health and behavioural problems resulting in high vet bills .
Cabinet Lead for Environment Cllr Rupert Kyrle said , “ Christmas has been a peak period for puppy sales for decades and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` I would urge residents to think very carefully before buying a pet and do your research to avoid unscrupulous sellers who take advantage of those looking to buy a new pet especially at this time of year.
” '' I don ’ t think animals make good Christmas presents and that a lot of thought should be given before thinking of getting any pet such as do you have the time to look after it , house , feed and exercise it ? ''

Eastleigh Borough Council is supporting the 'get your pet safely' campaign that is encouraging people to think twice before buying a new pet this Christmas to avoid being sold one by a 'deceitful seller'.
With a national 400% surge in searches for ‘buy a puppy’ expected from mid- November, residents are being urged to look at the seller’s profile and search their name online to avoid being lured in.
The price of puppies is said to have more than doubled during lockdown and with the new national restrictions in place, the council says pet owners need to be alert to the risks involved while they are not permitted to visit the animal in person.
Animals bred in low-welfare conditions can often be separated from their mother too early in their development and this can lead to severe health and behavioural problems resulting in high vet bills.
Cabinet Lead for Environment Cllr Rupert Kyrle said, “Christmas has been a peak period for puppy sales for decades and research has shown this trend continuing.
"I would urge residents to think very carefully before buying a pet and do your research to avoid unscrupulous sellers who take advantage of those looking to buy a new pet especially at this time of year.”
"I don’t think animals make good Christmas presents and that a lot of thought should be given before thinking of getting any pet such as do you have the time to look after it, house, feed and exercise it?"


thedailyecho--2020-11-22--LETTER - Thumbs up for The Crown at Kings Somborne

I am a frequent visitor to the UK and before these current troubles one of the best places I found @ @ @ @ @ Somborne .
They have captured the soul of an English pub .
The atmosphere is @ @ @ @ @ is excellent and I hope all is done to keep these important icons alive in @ @ @ @

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thedailyecho--2020-11-22--LETTERS - Organisers of Remembrance did nation proud

THE ORGANISERS of events associated with Remembrance this November have done the nation proud .
Reporting the centenary of the burial of The Unknown Warrior in Westminster Abbey , some referred to The Unknown Soldier but Warrior is right , not soldier .
For the Unknown Warrior may be a Royal Navy sailor or a Royal Marine and , whoever he was , his body was brought across the English Channel , most appropriately , in the destroyer HMS Verdun .
Sailors and Royal Marines not required for service at sea in the first years of the Great War formed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Belgium and Gallipoli .
In 1916 , what was left of the RND helped form the 63rd ( Royal Naval ) Division which , under Army command , fought on the Western Front .
Sailors fighting ashore was not new .
A Naval Brigade was at Bunker Hill in 1774 and brigades were common in the nineteenth century , notably in the Crimean , Zulu and Boer Wars and the Boxer Rebellion .
Sub Lieutenant A P Herbert was a naval officer with the 63rd .
Later an MP , he penned an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disapprobation of the Royal Naval Division – its naval humour perhaps too risqué for modern times .

Reporting the centenary of the burial of The Unknown Warrior in Westminster Abbey, some referred to The Unknown Soldier but Warrior is right, not soldier.
For the Unknown Warrior may be a Royal Navy sailor or a Royal Marine and, whoever he was, his body was brought across the English Channel, most appropriately, in the destroyer HMS Verdun.
Sailors and Royal Marines not required for service at sea in the first years of the Great War formed the Royal Naval Division, fighting in Belgium and Gallipoli. In 1916, what was left of the RND helped form the 63rd (Royal Naval) Division which, under Army command, fought on the Western Front.
Sailors fighting ashore was not new.
A Naval Brigade was at Bunker Hill in 1774 and brigades were common in the nineteenth century, notably in the Crimean, Zulu and Boer Wars and the Boxer Rebellion.
Sub Lieutenant A P Herbert was a naval officer with the 63rd.
Later an MP, he penned an amusing poem about General Shute’s disapprobation of the Royal Naval Division – its naval humour perhaps too risqué for modern times.
Lester May (Lieutenant Commander, Royal Navy – retired)
24 Reachview Close
Camden Town
London NW1 0TY


thedailyecho--2020-11-22--LETTER - How apt that you met Russ Abbot in a Mad House

ON BEHALF of all your regular 'Echo letters page ' readers , I 'd like to thank you for providing an image of your most prolific , anti -- Brexit , anti Captain Tom Moore , well anti-everything ( that does n't agree with im ) Echo letter page writers .
How very apt that this has happened because he sent his picture so it could be seen on you 'celebrity selfie ' page .
Mr Grant , the people you were pictured with are the celebrities , just saying .
And how very apt that the occasion was the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
We all know where we belong .
Sir Ricard Grant of Burley , please , please , carry on sending your ver long monologues to the letters page .
It may disrupt , through space etc , other letter writers being able to get their contributions printed the same day as you , but we so look forward to your rantings and anti this and anti that .
By the way Brexit is happening .
We may not all agree with it , let 's just all move forward and leave it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ funny sort of way I am looking forward to you r next 'novel ' .

How very apt that this has happened because he sent his picture so it could be seen on you 'celebrity selfie' page.
Mr Grant, the people you were pictured with are the celebrities, just saying.
And how very apt that the occasion was the filming of Russ Abbot's Mad House.
We all know where we belong.
Sir Ricard Grant of Burley, please, please, carry on sending your ver long monologues to the letters page. It may disrupt, through space etc, other letter writers being able to get their contributions printed the same day as you, but we so look forward to your rantings and anti this and anti that.
By the way Brexit is happening. We may not all agree with it, let's just all move forward and leave it at that.
Meanwhile, in a funny sort of way I am looking forward to you r next 'novel'.
S JOnes
Sholing


thedailyecho--2020-11-22--Man arrested after pulling gun out in Southampton takeaway

A man has been arrested after pulling out a gun during an argument in a takeaway in Southampton city centre last night .
The suspect then fled , prompting an extensive search operation for the man and his vehicle .
A 42-year old man has been arrested after pulling out a gun during an argument in the Pizza House takeaway on St Mary 's Street , Southampton .
Image : Google Maps A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` We were called around 2.20pm on Saturday 21 November to a report of a man in St Mary 's Street @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It was reported the man had entered Pizza House restaurant and had an exchange with a customer inside , during which he pulled a handgun from his waistband before leaving again and getting into a white Mini Cooper .
No-one was injured during the exchange .
Armed officers were dispatched to the area and an extensive search was launched for both the suspect and the vehicle he fled in - a white Mini Cooper .
Multiple police vehicles were seen in the City Commerce Centre industrial park last night ( 21/11/20 ) as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out a gun in a Southampton takeaway .
A helicopter was seen circling over City Commerce Centre industrial park near Central Bridge , at about 5pm yesterday in connection with the search .
Hampshire Constabulary has confirmed that the vehicle was seized .
A search helicopter was involved in police operations after a man pulled out a gun in a Southampton takeaway .
Pictured : City Commerce Centre industrial park 21/11/20 A 42-year-old man from Southampton has been arrested on suspicion of ; possessing a firearm without a certificate , driving a motor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an order to stop a moving vehicle , possessing a knife blade or sharp pointed article in a public place and possessing an offensive weapon in a public place .
Chief Inspector Ricky Dhanda , Deputy District Commander for Southampton , said : `` I understand that this incident will be concerning to local residents in the St Mary 's area .
`` Please be assured we take all reports of incidents involving a firearm extremely seriously , and we are continuing to make enquiries in the area today .
`` At this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be a wider threat to the community , with those involved believed to be known to each other . ''
Anyone who saw a white Mini Cooper in the St Mary 's area yesterday afternoon around 2.20pm or with information about this incident should contact police by calling 101 and quoting the reference 44200450896 .

The suspect then fled, prompting an extensive search operation for the man and his vehicle.
A 42-year old man has been arrested after pulling out a gun during an argument in the Pizza House takeaway on St Mary's Street, Southampton. Image: Google Maps
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We were called around 2.20pm on Saturday 21 November to a report of a man in St Mary's Street, Southampton with a firearm.
"It was reported the man had entered Pizza House restaurant and had an exchange with a customer inside, during which he pulled a handgun from his waistband before leaving again and getting into a white Mini Cooper.
No-one was injured during the exchange.
Armed officers were dispatched to the area and an extensive search was launched for both the suspect and the vehicle he fled in - a white Mini Cooper.
Multiple police vehicles were seen in the City Commerce Centre industrial park last night (21/11/20) as police searched for a man who pulled out a gun in a Southampton takeaway.
A helicopter was seen circling over City Commerce Centre industrial park near Central Bridge, at about 5pm yesterday in connection with the search.
Hampshire Constabulary has confirmed that the vehicle was seized.
A search helicopter was involved in police operations after a man pulled out a gun in a Southampton takeaway. Pictured: City Commerce Centre industrial park 21/11/20
A 42-year-old man from Southampton has been arrested on suspicion of; possessing a firearm without a certificate, driving a motor vehicle dangerously, failing to comply with an order to stop a moving vehicle, possessing a knife blade or sharp pointed article in a public place and possessing an offensive weapon in a public place.
The man remains in custody.
Chief Inspector Ricky Dhanda, Deputy District Commander for Southampton, said: "I understand that this incident will be concerning to local residents in the St Mary's area.
"Please be assured we take all reports of incidents involving a firearm extremely seriously, and we are continuing to make enquiries in the area today.
"At this time, we do not believe there to be a wider threat to the community, with those involved believed to be known to each other."
Anyone who saw a white Mini Cooper in the St Mary's area yesterday afternoon around 2.20pm or with information about this incident should contact police by calling 101 and quoting the reference 44200450896.


thedailyecho--2020-11-22--Further 263 positive coronavirus tests revealed in Hampshire

A FURTHER 263 positive coronavirus tests have been revealed in Hampshire today .
Government figures show new cases include 37 @ @ @ @ @ Portsmouth , 16 in Winchester and 14 in the New Forest .
The total for @ @ @ @ @ of the pandemic now stands at 23,557 .
Cases across the UK have passed the @ @ @ @ @ 's 18,662 cases taking the total to 1,512,045 .

Government figures show new cases include 37 in Southampton, 79 in Portsmouth, 16 in Winchester and 14 in the New Forest.
The total for the county since the start of the pandemic now stands at 23,557.
Cases across the UK have passed the 1.5 million mark with today's 18,662 cases taking the total to 1,512,045.


thedailyecho--2020-11-22--Four more coronavirus deaths registered in Hampshire hospitals

FOUR more coronavirus deaths have been registered at hospitals in Hampshire in the last 24 hours .
A further three @ @ @ @ @ Hampshie Hospitals Trust , bringing the total to 199 .
Another death at Portsmouth saw @ @ @ @ @ 270 with deaths remaining at 224 in Southampton , 18 in the Southern NHS Trust @ @ @ @ @ NHS Trust .
The total number to die with coronavirus in Hampshire hospitals since the @ @ @ @ @ 714 .
Figures released by NHS England today reveal a further 222 coronavirus deaths have @ @ @ @ @ England , bringing the total since the start of the pandemic to 38,334 .
Patients @ @ @ @ @ 99 years old .
All except five ( aged 30 to 81 years old ) @ @ @ @ @ .
There were 67 deaths registered in the North East and Yorkshire with 66 in @ @ @ @ @ the North West , 16 in London , 15 in the South East , 12 @ @ @ @ @ and nine in the South West .

A further three people have died in the Hampshie Hospitals Trust, bringing the total to 199.
Another death at Portsmouth saw the total there rise o 270 with deaths remaining at 224 in Southampton, 18 in the Southern NHS Trust and three in the Solent NHS Trust.
The total number to die with coronavirus in Hampshire hospitals since the start of the pandemic is 714.
The coronavirus hotspots in Southampton area revealed
Figures released by NHS England today reveal a further 222 coronavirus deaths have been registered in hospitals in England, bringing the total since the start of the pandemic to 38,334.
Patients were aged between 30 and 99 years old. All except five (aged 30 to 81 years old) had known underlying health conditions.
There were 67 deaths registered in the North East and Yorkshire with 66 in the Midlands, 37 in the North West, 16 in London, 15 in the South East, 12 in the East of England and nine in the South West.


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Cage fighter Caidan Emsley beaten with golf club

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

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


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Hampshire man jailed for selling fake machinery for over £1.2m

A con artist who stole more than £1.2m and illegally opened 76 separate bank accounts has been jailed .
George Eduard Costache , of Winchester , sold caravans , tractors and heavy plant machinery - which did not exist - to sellers from across the globe .
Winchester Crown Court heard that he got his victims to pay into bank accounts that had been opened using counterfeit European identification documents .
The 34-year-old pleaded guilty to committing fraud by false representation across Hampshire , Dorset and Surrey – all of which occurred between September 1 , 2018 and July 3 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that during a search of an address at which Costache resided , 23 counterfeit European identification documents and passports were located and linked these to the fraudulent activity .
Costache , of Sussex Street , was found guilty of four counts of fraud , one count of possession of articles for use in fraud and one count of money laundering .
He was handed a four-year custodial sentence for money laundering with four years concurrent for committing fraud and two years concurrent for possession of 23 counterfeit identification documents .
Detective Sergeant , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , with the support of a wide-range of national and international partners , an offender has been brought to justice and handed a substantial custodial sentence .
This was a complex investigation which has yielded a fantastic result .
The cost to Costache ’ s victims have been potentially life-changing , both financially and psychologically , so we are pleased to see that he is no longer a threat to the local communities of Hampshire , Surrey and Dorset .
“ In handing down a lengthy sentence , which reflects the nature and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hope that this will act as a future deterrent to those individuals looking to exploit both banking institutes and vulnerable people who unfortunately fall victim to fraudulent schemes .

George Eduard Costache, of Winchester, sold caravans, tractors and heavy plant machinery - which did not exist - to sellers from across the globe.
Winchester Crown Court heard that he got his victims to pay into bank accounts that had been opened using counterfeit European identification documents.
The 34-year-old pleaded guilty to committing fraud by false representation across Hampshire, Dorset and Surrey – all of which occurred between September 1, 2018 and July 3, 2020.
The court also heard that during a search of an address at which Costache resided, 23 counterfeit European identification documents and passports were located and linked these to the fraudulent activity.
Costache, of Sussex Street, was found guilty of four counts of fraud, one count of possession of articles for use in fraud and one count of money laundering.
He was handed a four-year custodial sentence for money laundering with four years concurrent for committing fraud and two years concurrent for possession of 23 counterfeit identification documents.
Detective Sergeant, Marcus Mills, said: "Today, with the support of a wide-range of national and international partners, an offender has been brought to justice and handed a substantial custodial sentence. This was a complex investigation which has yielded a fantastic result. The cost to Costache’s victims have been potentially life-changing, both financially and psychologically, so we are pleased to see that he is no longer a threat to the local communities of Hampshire, Surrey and Dorset.
“In handing down a lengthy sentence, which reflects the nature and severity of his criminal activity, we hope that this will act as a future deterrent to those individuals looking to exploit both banking institutes and vulnerable people who unfortunately fall victim to fraudulent schemes.


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--LIVE: Boris Johnson to announce coronavirus rules for Christmas

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thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Whiteley man charged after anti-lockdown protest in Bournemouth

A WHITELEY man has been charged with breaching coronavirus rules after an anti-lockdown protest .
He is one of two @ @ @ @ @ following the protest in Bournemouth on Saturday .
The 29-year-old will appear before magistrates in @ @ @ @ @ man from Poole on Tuesday January 26 2021 .
They have been charged with participating @ @ @ @ @ public outdoor place of more than two people and holding or being involved in a @ @ @ @ @ people .
Further 263 coronavirus cases in 24 hours in Hampshire Hundreds of people marched @ @ @ @ @ and to Pier Approach early on Saturday afternoon .
A spokesman for Dorset Police said @ @ @ @ @ been charged with breaching Covid-19 legislation in connection with reported protest activity in Bournemouth .
@ @ @ @ @ of people gathering in the town centre on Saturday November 21 , with a large @ @ @ @ @ of The Square .
Two people were arrested in connection with the incident and subsequently @ @ @ @ @ legislation . ''

He is one of two who will face court proceedings following the protest in Bournemouth on Saturday.
The 29-year-old will appear before magistrates in Poole along with a 39-year-old man from Poole on Tuesday January 26 2021.
They have been charged with participating in a gathering in a public outdoor place of more than two people and holding or being involved in a gathering of more than 30 people.
Further 263 coronavirus cases in 24 hours in Hampshire
Hundreds of people marched through Bournemouth's Lower Gardens and to Pier Approach early on Saturday afternoon.
A spokesman for Dorset Police said: "Two people have been charged with breaching Covid-19 legislation in connection with reported protest activity in Bournemouth.
"Officers responded to reports of people gathering in the town centre on Saturday November 21, with a large gathering located in the area of The Square.
Two people were arrested in connection with the incident and subsequently charged with breaches of coronavirus legislation."


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Takeaway staff speak out after terrifying gunpoint incident at Pizza House in Southampton

BRAVE staff at a Southampton takeway tackled a gunman who threatened a customer with a fire arm .
Three members of staff at the Pizza House takeaway confronted the armed man during the incident on Saturday afternoon .
The trio took action and managed to bundle the armed man out of the door before he fled and emergency services were called .
A major police manhunt involving a helicopter and armed officers was launched after the three men pushed him out of the business .
• Armed officers dispatched after man pulls out gun in city centre takeaway • Helicopter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ staff member at the takeaway , in St Mary Street , told the Daily Echo : “ A customer had ordered food and was standing outside .
“ Suddenly a Mini-Cooper pulled up next to him and a guy jumped out and chased him into the shop .
The one being chased jumped over the counter and into the back .
“ Then [ the one from the car ] pulled out a gun , so me , my brother and my dad pushed him out of the shop and he drove away.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ City Commerce Centre industrial park near Central Bridge at about 5pm and multiple police cars remained at the scene into Saturday evening in connection with the incident .
Police confirmed that a 42-year-old man from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of firearms and driving offences .
The man remains in custody and a vehicle was seized .
• Driver who caused head-on collision was 'distracted by a bag of Frazzles' • Cage fighter beaten with golf club after Facebook argument spiralled out of control Chief Inspector Ricky Dhanda , Deputy District Commander for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that this incident will be concerning to local residents .
“ We do not believe there to be a wider threat to the community , with those involved believed to be known to each other.
” Labour councillor for the Bargate ward , John Noon , appealed for anyone with any information to contact Hampshire Police .
He said : “ This is an extremely disturbing incident for the local community .
“ I know the police are focusing on knife and gun crime in the city which I fully endorse .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to get in touch with police if they have information about this sort of crime because part of resolving such crimes is the support of the local community.
” Anyone information is advised to call 101 .

Three members of staff at the Pizza House takeaway confronted the armed man during the incident on Saturday afternoon.
The trio took action and managed to bundle the armed man out of the door before he fled and emergency services were called.
A major police manhunt involving a helicopter and armed officers was launched after the three men pushed him out of the business.
One staff member at the takeaway, in St Mary Street, told the Daily Echo: “A customer had ordered food and was standing outside.
“Suddenly a Mini-Cooper pulled up next to him and a guy jumped out and chased him into the shop. The one being chased jumped over the counter and into the back.
“Then [the one from the car] pulled out a gun, so me, my brother and my dad pushed him out of the shop and he drove away.”
A helicopter was seen circling over City Commerce Centre industrial park near Central Bridge at about 5pm and multiple police cars remained at the scene into Saturday evening in connection with the incident.
Police confirmed that a 42-year-old man from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of firearms and driving offences.
The man remains in custody and a vehicle was seized.
Chief Inspector Ricky Dhanda, Deputy District Commander for Southampton, said: “I understand that this incident will be concerning to local residents.
“We do not believe there to be a wider threat to the community, with those involved believed to be known to each other.”
Labour councillor for the Bargate ward, John Noon, appealed for anyone with any information to contact Hampshire Police.
He said: “This is an extremely disturbing incident for the local community.
“I know the police are focusing on knife and gun crime in the city which I fully endorse.
“I would advise members of the public to get in touch with police if they have information about this sort of crime because part of resolving such crimes is the support of the local community.”
Anyone information is advised to call 101.


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Covid: Will families be allowed to mix at Christmas?

A RELAXATION of coronavirus restrictions “ for a small number of days ” over Christmas is planned to allow a limited level of mixing between households across the UK , the Westminster Government has said .
But questions remain over how many households will be able to mix and for how long .
Here 's what we know so far .
– Are restrictions going to be lifted over Christmas ?
The Cabinet Office on Sunday said that leaders across the UK had endorsed an objective of “ some limited additional household bubbling ” will be permitted over the Christmas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It comes as Boris Johnson is about to set out the basis of plans for the festive period on Monday , as well as detailing a new tougher three-tier system for England when its national lockdown ends on December 2 .
But Mr Johnson will be unable to say how many households will be allowed to mix over Christmas and for how many days restrictions will be relaxed for until a later date , the PA news agency understands .
– So will people be allowed to see their families at Christmas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but the details remain to be finalised .
But the public will be “ advised to remain cautious ” and told that “ wherever possible people should avoid travelling and minimise social contact ” , a statement from the Cabinet Office said .
– What has been agreed ?
Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove held discussions on Saturday with Scotland ’ s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon , Wales ’ First Minister Mark Drakeford , and the First and Deputy First Ministers of Northern Ireland Arlene Foster and Michelle O ’ Neill on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The ministers “ endorsed a shared objective of facilitating some limited additional household bubbling for a small number of days ” , the department said .
– Do we know how many households will be allowed to mix ?
The simple answer is no , but there has been a lot of speculation on what the limit will be and for how long the relaxation will last .
The BBC has reported that one option being discussed was for three households to be allowed to meet up over a “ number of days @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Daily Mail however has said up to four families could be allowed to form a coronavirus “ bubble ” , which can meet indoors from Christmas Eve through to December 28 .
Full details of Christmas relaxation plans are not expected until after the first ministers of Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland have consulted their own cabinets .
– When will a decision be made ?
The Cabinet Office said that work was continuing to finalise the arrangements , including relating to travel .
The Cabinet Office said talks are continuing to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ arrangements , but that it is hoped the conclusion will come “ this week ” , while the Scottish Government said “ no agreement has been reached ” .
– Does this mean Christmas has been saved ?
It would seem so .
But even if families are allowed to meet over the festive period , experts are warning that it could lead to more stringent restrictions once the turkey has finally been finished .
– Why will stricter restrictions be needed ?
Statistician Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter said that any relaxation of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ infection rates .
Sir David , statistician and chairman of the Winton Centre for risk and evidence communication at the University of Cambridge , also warned that it takes longer for rates to fall than to rise .
He told Times Radio : “ If there ’ s got to be an exception it will be for a brief period over Christmas and that ’ s purely because it is Christmas .
“ There will be a price to pay for it , obviously , you relax restrictions and infection rates go up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ come down as they are going down at the moment.
” “ This is not a symmetrical thing , you don ’ t have one day off and one day on .
“ It increases a lot faster than it gets better again – it is not a symmetric process.
” – So is it going to be a long , dark January in lockdown then ?
Calum Semple , professor of child health and outbreak medicine at Liverpool University , has said that while some restrictions might be needed after the festive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be “ draconian ” .
Speaking on Sky ’ s Sophy Ridge On Sunday , Prof Semple , who is a member of the Government ’ s Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies ( Sage ) , agreed with estimates that every day of relaxation would require five days of tighter restrictions .
But he added : “ I think in the round it ’ s right , but it shouldn ’ t be seen that it is going to be draconian restrictions , it ’ s just going to prolong restrictions and higher-level @ @ @ @ @ @

But questions remain over how many households will be able to mix and for how long.
Here's what we know so far.
– Are restrictions going to be lifted over Christmas?
The Cabinet Office on Sunday said that leaders across the UK had endorsed an objective of “some limited additional household bubbling” will be permitted over the Christmas period for a small number of days.
It comes as Boris Johnson is about to set out the basis of plans for the festive period on Monday, as well as detailing a new tougher three-tier system for England when its national lockdown ends on December 2.
But Mr Johnson will be unable to say how many households will be allowed to mix over Christmas and for how many days restrictions will be relaxed for until a later date, the PA news agency understands.
– So will people be allowed to see their families at Christmas?
The answer seems to be yes, but the details remain to be finalised.
But the public will be “advised to remain cautious” and told that “wherever possible people should avoid travelling and minimise social contact”, a statement from the Cabinet Office said.
– What has been agreed?
Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove held discussions on Saturday with Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, Wales’ First Minister Mark Drakeford, and the First and Deputy First Ministers of Northern Ireland Arlene Foster and Michelle O’Neill on shared arrangements for the festive period.
Daily confirmed cases of Covid-19 in the UK (PA Graphics)
The ministers “endorsed a shared objective of facilitating some limited additional household bubbling for a small number of days”, the department said.
– Do we know how many households will be allowed to mix?
The simple answer is no, but there has been a lot of speculation on what the limit will be and for how long the relaxation will last.
The BBC has reported that one option being discussed was for three households to be allowed to meet up over a “number of days, maybe five days”.
The Daily Mail however has said up to four families could be allowed to form a coronavirus “bubble”, which can meet indoors from Christmas Eve through to December 28.
Full details of Christmas relaxation plans are not expected until after the first ministers of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have consulted their own cabinets.
A woman wearing a face mask passes a Christmas window display on Oxford Street, London (Kirsty O’Connor/PA Images)
– When will a decision be made?
The Cabinet Office said that work was continuing to finalise the arrangements, including relating to travel.
The Cabinet Office said talks are continuing to finalise the agreement, including over travel arrangements, but that it is hoped the conclusion will come “this week”, while the Scottish Government said “no agreement has been reached”.
– Does this mean Christmas has been saved?
It would seem so.
But even if families are allowed to meet over the festive period, experts are warning that it could lead to more stringent restrictions once the turkey has finally been finished.
– Why will stricter restrictions be needed?
Statistician Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter said that any relaxation of restrictions will lead to a rise in infection rates.
Sir David, statistician and chairman of the Winton Centre for risk and evidence communication at the University of Cambridge, also warned that it takes longer for rates to fall than to rise.
(PA Graphics)
He told Times Radio: “If there’s got to be an exception it will be for a brief period over Christmas and that’s purely because it is Christmas.
“There will be a price to pay for it, obviously, you relax restrictions and infection rates go up, you constrain and infection rates will come down as they are going down at the moment.”
“This is not a symmetrical thing, you don’t have one day off and one day on.
“It increases a lot faster than it gets better again – it is not a symmetric process.”
– So is it going to be a long, dark January in lockdown then?
Not so fast.
Calum Semple, professor of child health and outbreak medicine at Liverpool University, has said that while some restrictions might be needed after the festive period, these might not need to be “draconian”.
Speaking on Sky’s Sophy Ridge On Sunday, Prof Semple, who is a member of the Government’s Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage), agreed with estimates that every day of relaxation would require five days of tighter restrictions.
But he added: “I think in the round it’s right, but it shouldn’t be seen that it is going to be draconian restrictions, it’s just going to prolong restrictions and higher-level restriction for some areas.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Covid vaccine trialled in Southampton 'at least 70.4% effective'

A coronavirus vaccine trialled in Southampton and developed in the UK can prevent at least 70.4 % of people from getting Covid-19 , according to new data .
AstraZeneca and Oxford University announced that their jab is effective in preventing many people getting ill and it has been shown to work in different age groups , including the elderly .
But one of the dosing patterns used by the scientists suggested 90 % effectiveness if one half dose is given followed by a further full dose .
• How does the AstraZeneca/Oxford vaccine work ?
Another dosing pattern showed showed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is given followed by another full dose .
The combined analysis from both dosing regimens resulted in an average efficacy of 70.4 % .
Professor Andrew Pollard , chief investigator of the Oxford Vaccine Trial at Oxford , said : “ These findings show that we have an effective vaccine that will save many lives .
“ Excitingly , we ’ ve found that one of our dosing regimens may be around 90 % effective and , if this dosing regime is used , more people could be vaccinated with planned vaccine supply.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ of a huge scientific breakthrough that could protect millions of lives .
“ The UK has secured early access to 100m doses of their vaccine – on top of 255m doses from other developers.
” Pascal Soriot , chief executive officer at AstraZeneca , said the news is an “ important milestone ” in the fight against the pandemic .
He added : “ This vaccine ’ s efficacy and safety confirm that it will be highly effective against Covid-19 and will have an immediate impact on this public health emergency .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ supply chain and our no-profit pledge and commitment to broad , equitable and timely access means it will be affordable and globally available , supplying hundreds of millions of doses on approval .
”

AstraZeneca and Oxford University announced that their jab is effective in preventing many people getting ill and it has been shown to work in different age groups, including the elderly.
But one of the dosing patterns used by the scientists suggested 90% effectiveness if one half dose is given followed by a further full dose.
PA
Another dosing pattern showed showed 62% efficacy when one full dose is given followed by another full dose.
The combined analysis from both dosing regimens resulted in an average efficacy of 70.4%.
Professor Andrew Pollard, chief investigator of the Oxford Vaccine Trial at Oxford, said: “These findings show that we have an effective vaccine that will save many lives.
“Excitingly, we’ve found that one of our dosing regimens may be around 90% effective and, if this dosing regime is used, more people could be vaccinated with planned vaccine supply.”
Business Secretary Alok Sharma tweeted: “Very promising data from the Oxford/AstraZeneca Phase III clinical trials.
“We are on the cusp of a huge scientific breakthrough that could protect millions of lives.
“The UK has secured early access to 100m doses of their vaccine – on top of 255m doses from other developers.”
Pascal Soriot, chief executive officer at AstraZeneca, said the news is an “important milestone” in the fight against the pandemic.
He added: “This vaccine’s efficacy and safety confirm that it will be highly effective against Covid-19 and will have an immediate impact on this public health emergency.
“Furthermore, the vaccine’s simple supply chain and our no-profit pledge and commitment to broad, equitable and timely access means it will be affordable and globally available, supplying hundreds of millions of doses on approval.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Hampshire driver who caused crash was 'distracted by a bag of Frazzles'

A DRIVER who caused a head-on crash that left a couple with serious injuries was likely to have been distracted by eating a packet of Frazzles .
Lawrence Walford was on the wrong side of the road as he drove his grey BMW around a blind bend on the A32 near West Meon on May 14 , 2019 .
He came face-to-face with a Toyota being driven by Richard Cousins and his wife Joanne in the passenger seat , Winchester Crown Court heard on Friday .
In a split-second Mr Cousins and Walford attempted to avoid a collision , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ speak out after terrifying gunpoint incident at Pizza House in Southampton Prosecuting , Charles Gabb told the court that Mrs Cousins , 52 , came to immediately after the crash and thought her husband was dead .
“ She started screaming at him and hitting him fortunately he responded so she knew he wasn ’ t dead , ” Mr Gabb said .
The couple suffered serious injuries – Mrs Cousins still dealing with the pain of a broken back and ribs , and Mr Cousins , aged 61 , suffering with pain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ripped through his trousers on impact .
Minutes before the crash occurred Walford , of Popes Lane , Lower Upham , had gone to the Meon Hut Service Station , on the A32/A272 crossroads , where he bought petrol , sweets and a packet of Frazzles .
The court was told that eyewitness then saw the BMW being driven by the 48-year-old travelling on the wrong side of the road .
Walford then disappeared out of sight , but it is not known whether he returned to the correct carriageway at any point @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beaten with golf club after Facebook argument spiralled out of control Following the crash police inspected the scene , including the father-of-three ’ s car , and Mr Gabb said : “ There in the front passenger footwell was an open bag of Frazzles .
“ The defendant having got back into his car wanted the crisps there and then .
They were found to be on the floor .
“ What he had been up to explains what is otherwise utterly inexplicable.
” Judge Hill , Assistant Judge Advocate General , was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ crash and has no memory of what took place .
Walford had also not be drinking prior to the crash .
He pleaded guilty during an earlier hearing at crown court to two counts of causing injury by dangerous driving .
In mitigation , Thomas Evans said `` He [ Walford ] and his fellow directors have had to take a significant pay cut because of the Covid-19 pandemic , '' adding that the family are currently facing hardship .
In sentencing , Judge Hill said the defendant “ ought to feel greatly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had said that they did not wish him to be given a custodial sentence .
Walford was given a 12-month sentence suspended for two years and has been disqualified from driving for two years .
He must also pay £500 court costs .

Lawrence Walford was on the wrong side of the road as he drove his grey BMW around a blind bend on the A32 near West Meon on May 14, 2019.
He came face-to-face with a Toyota being driven by Richard Cousins and his wife Joanne in the passenger seat, Winchester Crown Court heard on Friday.
In a split-second Mr Cousins and Walford attempted to avoid a collision, but their actions failed.
Prosecuting, Charles Gabb told the court that Mrs Cousins, 52, came to immediately after the crash and thought her husband was dead.
“She started screaming at him and hitting him fortunately he responded so she knew he wasn’t dead,” Mr Gabb said.
The couple suffered serious injuries – Mrs Cousins still dealing with the pain of a broken back and ribs, and Mr Cousins, aged 61, suffering with pain in his leg from where the seatbelt ripped through his trousers on impact.
Minutes before the crash occurred Walford, of Popes Lane, Lower Upham, had gone to the Meon Hut Service Station, on the A32/A272 crossroads, where he bought petrol, sweets and a packet of Frazzles.
The court was told that eyewitness then saw the BMW being driven by the 48-year-old travelling on the wrong side of the road.
Walford then disappeared out of sight, but it is not known whether he returned to the correct carriageway at any point before the crash.
Following the crash police inspected the scene, including the father-of-three’s car, and Mr Gabb said: “There in the front passenger footwell was an open bag of Frazzles.
“The defendant having got back into his car wanted the crisps there and then. They were found to be on the floor.
“What he had been up to explains what is otherwise utterly inexplicable.”
Judge Hill, Assistant Judge Advocate General, was told that Walford was unconscious of the crash and has no memory of what took place. Walford had also not be drinking prior to the crash.
He pleaded guilty during an earlier hearing at crown court to two counts of causing injury by dangerous driving.
In mitigation, Thomas Evans said "He [Walford] and his fellow directors have had to take a significant pay cut because of the Covid-19 pandemic," adding that the family are currently facing hardship.
In sentencing, Judge Hill said the defendant “ought to feel greatly indebted” to the victims as they had said that they did not wish him to be given a custodial sentence.
Walford was given a 12-month sentence suspended for two years and has been disqualified from driving for two years. He must also pay £500 court costs.


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Police probe 'issues' in Whiteley area

Police probe 'issues' in Whiteley area

POLICE say a youth was caught with magic mushrooms as they investigated `` issues '' in the Whiteley area .
@ @ @ @ @ a raft of other issues , including neighbour disputes and domestic violence , during a @ @ @ @ @ posted : `` A lot of time has been spent patrolling in Whiteley due to @ @ @ @ @ area .
`` Officers stop searched two youths , one was found to have magic @ @ @ @ @ will be dealt with accordingly .
`` Stubbington has also been high on our patrol @ @ @ @ @ behaviour there .
`` In Fareham South a group of nine youths were engaged with @ @ @ @ @ playground .
`` An officer has safeguarded a domestic violence victim with a Clare 's @ @ @ @ @ have also been dealing with neighbour disputes , investigating a bike theft , updating victims @ @ @ @ @ of our community through welfare visits and safeguarding visits .
`` Lastly , we have @ @ @ @ @ through Fareham Town Centre where the Christmas lights are now up . ''

Fareham-based officers also dealt with a raft of other issues, including neighbour disputes and domestic violence, during a busy weekend.
Fareham Cops posted: "A lot of time has been spent patrolling in Whiteley due to the current issues in the area.
"Officers stop searched two youths, one was found to have magic mushrooms on him - he will be dealt with accordingly.
"Stubbington has also been high on our patrol list due to the anti-social behaviour there.
"In Fareham South a group of nine youths were engaged with and dispersed from Crossfell Walk playground.
"An officer has safeguarded a domestic violence victim with a Clare's Law disclosure.
"We have also been dealing with neighbour disputes, investigating a bike theft, updating victims of crimes and supporting members of our community through welfare visits and safeguarding visits.
"Lastly, we have just been out on patrol through Fareham Town Centre where the Christmas lights are now up."


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Car overturns on St Margaret's roundabout at Titchfield

A WOMAN had to be cut free from the wreckage after a car overturned on a Hampshire roundabout .
Police @ @ @ @ @ the accident , which occurred at St Margaret 's roundabout on the A27 Southampton Road @ @ @ @ @ yesterday .
A police spokesperson said the collision involved a Vauxhall Zafira and Renault Captur @ @ @ @ @ One of the vehicles had overturned , and a woman has had to be extricated @ @ @ @ @ Anyone who witnessed the collision , or who has dash cam footage of the incident @ @ @ @ @ 101 , quoting reference number 1642 of yesterday 's date ( November 22 ) .

Police are appealing for witnesses to the accident, which occurred at St Margaret's roundabout on the A27 Southampton Road in Titchfield just after 6.30pm yesterday.
A police spokesperson said the collision involved a Vauxhall Zafira and Renault Captur.
He added: "One of the vehicles had overturned, and a woman has had to be extricated from the vehicle."
Anyone who witnessed the collision, or who has dash cam footage of the incident, can call police on 101, quoting reference number 1642 of yesterday's date (November 22).


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Resident demands crackdown on flytipping in Miller's Pond, Southampton

A LEADING environment campaigner is demanding action to crackdown on fly tippers blighting a Southampton beauty spot .
Colin Oliphant says he as “ had enough of picking up other peoples ’ rubbish ” after spending 42 years tidying up a park targeted by fly-tippers in Sholing Mr Oliphant carries out weekly rubbish collections on the 20-acre Miller ’ s Pond Nature Reserve as chairman of the environmental group Sholing Valleys Study Centre Association .
The 68-year-old said he has reported fly-tippers since moving to Botany Bay Road in 1978 but said the issue has got worse during lockdown as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” to book to use council recycling centres .
Mr Oliphant said : “ It is almost a daily thing to have new large amounts of mainly household waste dumped in the area .
On Monday of this week we had the council collect around 12 black bags of household waste , empty oil drums , plastic containers and other industrial waste such as plasterboard .
Then on Thursday morning I found that more rubbish had been fly tipped , around 10 black bags containing household waste , which has been thrown on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ across the road.
” He said : “ After spending the past 42 years of picking up other people ’ s dumped rubbish I have basically had enough .
Something has to be done to stop this .
It ’ s a beautiful area and it ’ s being ruined by a mindless few.
” Mr Oliphant said he he believes CCTV could be a deterrent to fly-tippers which could help protect the green space .
Conservative Councillor for the Sholing , Sarah Vaughan , said : “ Fly-tipping gets reported to Southampton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for anyone to look into or clear it .
Due to one person having fly tipped , it encourages more to do the same - it ’ s a vicious circle .
“ If the council approached this problem more proactively , I feel we ’ d see less fly tipping.
” In October Southampton council announced the appointment of two new environmental protection officers in an effort to deepen investigations into fly tipping and prosecute more offenders .
The Daily Echo contacted Southampton council for comment but did not receive a response @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have cost Southampton tax-payers more than £2m over the past eight years .

Colin Oliphant says he as “had enough of picking up other peoples’ rubbish” after spending 42 years tidying up a park targeted by fly-tippers in Sholing
Mr Oliphant carries out weekly rubbish collections on the 20-acre Miller’s Pond Nature Reserve as chairman of the environmental group Sholing Valleys Study Centre Association.
The 68-year-old said he has reported fly-tippers since moving to Botany Bay Road in 1978 but said the issue has got worse during lockdown as people “can’t be bothered” to book to use council recycling centres.
Mr Oliphant said: “It is almost a daily thing to have new large amounts of mainly household waste dumped in the area. On Monday of this week we had the council collect around 12 black bags of household waste, empty oil drums, plastic containers and other industrial waste such as plasterboard. Then on Thursday morning I found that more rubbish had been fly tipped, around 10 black bags containing household waste, which has been thrown on a footpath and is now being spread across the road.”
He said: “After spending the past 42 years of picking up other people’s dumped rubbish I have basically had enough. Something has to be done to stop this. It’s a beautiful area and it’s being ruined by a mindless few.”
Mr Oliphant said he he believes CCTV could be a deterrent to fly-tippers which could help protect the green space.
Conservative Councillor for the Sholing, Sarah Vaughan, said: “Fly-tipping gets reported to Southampton City Council and it takes some time for anyone to look into or clear it. Due to one person having fly tipped, it encourages more to do the same - it’s a vicious circle.
“If the council approached this problem more proactively, I feel we’d see less fly tipping.”
In October Southampton council announced the appointment of two new environmental protection officers in an effort to deepen investigations into fly tipping and prosecute more offenders.
The Daily Echo contacted Southampton council for comment but did not receive a response in time for publication.
Fly-tipping clear-ups have cost Southampton tax-payers more than £2m over the past eight years.


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Disgruntled pub managers in Test Valley criticise second lockdown

DISGRUNTLED pub managers have vented their frustration over how the second lockdown is being managed by the Government .
Unlike the first lockdown , more shops and services have remained open and businesses that are still trading are selling essentials as well as their normal stock .
This comes after the Government made a last-minute U-turn allowing pubs to serve takeaway beer during lockdown , as long as it 's pre-ordered by phone or online , over fears that more than 7m pints of alcohol would have been wasted .
The landlord of The Boot Inn in Houghton , Craig @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so many contradictory messages [ from the Government ] and I would say we have gone above and beyond to make our pub a COVID-safe environment .
`` We have worked hard and have removed covers to make everything safe , yet we are being treated harsher than supermarkets and other shops , and we had to beg to serve alcohol .
`` I have not chosen to do takeaways , because it takes some planning and by the time we have got it right we could be back open again .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to trade again and if not then the Government needs to give us support , because if we do n't get it and lockdown is extended then I will have to take the hard decision to see if this is worth it or not . ''
He added : `` I opened my business on September 27 and it is the stop-start of lockdown that is very frustrating because of the amount of energy we have to put into getting the business going again . ''
The landlady at The Sun Inn in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the lockdown is `` much harsher on the hospitality industry '' , but is still continuing to offer their takeaway service in a bid to balance the books .
She said : `` We were totally COVID-safe and I think it is much safer coming in here than everywhere else people are allowed to go to now .
`` We have got lots of Christmas bookings so I hope we are able to open on the date Boris Johnson said lockdown would end ( December 2 ) , but there is nothing we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ carrying on with the takeaway service .
`` On Sunday ( November 15 ) , we had 100 takeaways , which is the maximum we can do . ''
However , one pub manager agreed the lockdown has been tougher on the hospitality industry after it had just started to recover , but believes `` there 's no point becoming bitter about it '' .
General manager at The Four Horseshoes in Nursling , Lewis Rosario , said : `` On a positive note , we have a successful takeaway menu which is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about to extend it to offer a ‘ dine in style ’ menu .
`` Last weekend we did 73 Sunday roast lunches takeaways which proves that people still want quality food . ''

Unlike the first lockdown, more shops and services have remained open and businesses that are still trading are selling essentials as well as their normal stock.
This comes after the Government made a last-minute U-turn allowing pubs to serve takeaway beer during lockdown, as long as it's pre-ordered by phone or online, over fears that more than 7m pints of alcohol would have been wasted.
The landlord of The Boot Inn in Houghton, Craig Doyle, said: "There are so many contradictory messages [from the Government] and I would say we have gone above and beyond to make our pub a COVID-safe environment.
"We have worked hard and have removed covers to make everything safe, yet we are being treated harsher than supermarkets and other shops, and we had to beg to serve alcohol.
"I have not chosen to do takeaways, because it takes some planning and by the time we have got it right we could be back open again.
"Hopefully by December we will be able to trade again and if not then the Government needs to give us support, because if we don't get it and lockdown is extended then I will have to take the hard decision to see if this is worth it or not."
He added: "I opened my business on September 27 and it is the stop-start of lockdown that is very frustrating because of the amount of energy we have to put into getting the business going again."
The landlady at The Sun Inn in Winchester Road, Carol Rickman, believes the lockdown is "much harsher on the hospitality industry", but is still continuing to offer their takeaway service in a bid to balance the books.
She said: "We were totally COVID-safe and I think it is much safer coming in here than everywhere else people are allowed to go to now.
"We have got lots of Christmas bookings so I hope we are able to open on the date Boris Johnson said lockdown would end (December 2), but there is nothing we can do about it so we are carrying on with the takeaway service.
"On Sunday (November 15), we had 100 takeaways, which is the maximum we can do."
However, one pub manager agreed the lockdown has been tougher on the hospitality industry after it had just started to recover, but believes "there's no point becoming bitter about it".
General manager at The Four Horseshoes in Nursling, Lewis Rosario, said: "On a positive note, we have a successful takeaway menu which is proving very popular and we are just about to extend it to offer a ‘dine in style’ menu.
"Last weekend we did 73 Sunday roast lunches takeaways which proves that people still want quality food."


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--In the dock: 15 court cases from the Southampton area

GURDEEP PARKASH , 38 , of Ranelagh Gardens , Southampton .
Found guilty of three counts of harassment .
Community order made until May 2022 .
Restraining order made against his victims until November 2023 .
Must complete 20 days of rehabilitation and 80 hours of unpaid work .
Ordered to pay £85 victim surcharge and £150 court costs .
DAVID JOHN POTTER , 29 , of Shirley Road , Southampton Pleaded guilty to using or threatening unauthorised violence for the purpose of securing entry into a premises , while there was known to be a person inside opposing entry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Programme requirement of 26 days .
Must complete 15 days of rehabilitation .
Restraining order made until November 2022 .
Must pay £95 victim surcharge and £85 court costs .
JAMES WILSON , 57 , of William Street , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to drink driving , without insurance or a licence .
Disqualified from driving for two years .
Fined £250 .
Must pay £85 court costs and £50 victim surcharge .
JON MURROW , 41 , of Firbank Road , Bournemouth .
Pleaded guilty to failing to provide a specimen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for 12 months .
Must pay £40 victim surcharge and £85 court costs .
ROBERT OSTROWSKI , 37 , of Copeland Road , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to driving while disqualified and without insurance .
Community order made for 12 months .
Disqualified from driving for two years .
Must complete 10 days rehabilitation and 100 hours unpaid work .
Ordered to pay £95 victim surcharge and £85 court costs .
KAI SIDHUC , 23 , of The Parkway , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to drug driving and leaving a car unattended with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brake effectively set .
Disqualified for 12 months .
Fined £120 .
Ordered to pay £32 victim surcharge and £85 court costs .
STEVIE WARREN , 35 , of Hallway Drive , Coventry .
Pleaded guilty to drug driving .
Fined £300 and disqualified for 12 months .
Must pay £32 victim surcharge and £85 court costs .
RACHAEL LOUISE HOLLINS , 45 , of Nutfield Court , Southampton Pleaded guilty to using violence for the purpose of securing entry into premises and assault .
Committed to prison for 20 weeks , suspended @ @ @ @ @ @ @ made and must complete five days of rehabilitation .
Ordered to pay £100 court costs and £200 compensation .
Restraining order imposed not to contact her victim until November 2022 .
MAX RICHARD FRANCIS , 28 , of Hedgerow Drive , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to drug driving .
Disqualified from driving for one year and fined £200 .
Must pay £32 victim surcharge and £85 court costs .
SHANE DAMEON KINGSTON , 45 , of Sedburgh Road , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to racially aggravated assault .
Committed to prison for 26 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Must participate in an accredited programme for eight days and complete 20 days of rehabilitation .
Restraining order made not to contact his victim until November 2022 .
Ordered to pay £250 compensation and £85 court costs .
JOSHUA PHILLIPS , 26 , of Woodmill Heights , Bitterne .
Found guilty of taking a white Audi without consent .
Committed to prison for 20 weeks , suspended for 12 months .
Disqualified from driving for six months .
Must pay £128 victim surcharge and £380 court costs .
ABDULAZIZ DAHIR MAHAMED , 28 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pleaded guilty to driving without a licence or insurance .
Fined £240 .
Must pay £85 court costs and £34 victim surcharge .
IAN PETER COPLAND , 55 , of St Contest Way , Marchwood .
Pleaded guilty to drink driving .
Fined £120 and disqualified for 17 months .
Must pay £85 court costs and £34 victim surcharge .
EMMANUEL KAMLESH SINGH , 52 , of Laundry Road , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to drink driving .
Fined £120 and disqualified for 17 months .
Must pay £85 court costs and £34 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 46 , of Fantail Close , London .
Pleaded guilty to criminal damage .
Fined £400 .
Must pay £40 victim surcharge and £85 court costs .

DAVID JOHN POTTER, 29, of Shirley Road, Southampton Pleaded guilty to using or threatening unauthorised violence for the purpose of securing entry into a premises, while there was known to be a person inside opposing entry. Community order made until November 2022. Programme requirement of 26 days. Must complete 15 days of rehabilitation. Restraining order made until November 2022. Must pay £95 victim surcharge and £85 court costs.
JAMES WILSON, 57, of William Street, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to drink driving, without insurance or a licence. Disqualified from driving for two years. Fined £250. Must pay £85 court costs and £50 victim surcharge.
JON MURROW, 41, of Firbank Road, Bournemouth. Pleaded guilty to failing to provide a specimen. Fined £400 and disqualified from driving for 12 months. Must pay £40 victim surcharge and £85 court costs.
ROBERT OSTROWSKI, 37, of Copeland Road, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to driving while disqualified and without insurance. Community order made for 12 months. Disqualified from driving for two years. Must complete 10 days rehabilitation and 100 hours unpaid work. Ordered to pay £95 victim surcharge and £85 court costs.
KAI SIDHUC, 23, of The Parkway, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to drug driving and leaving a car unattended with the engine running and without the parking brake effectively set. Disqualified for 12 months. Fined £120. Ordered to pay £32 victim surcharge and £85 court costs.
STEVIE WARREN, 35, of Hallway Drive, Coventry. Pleaded guilty to drug driving. Fined £300 and disqualified for 12 months. Must pay £32 victim surcharge and £85 court costs.
RACHAEL LOUISE HOLLINS, 45, of Nutfield Court, Southampton Pleaded guilty to using violence for the purpose of securing entry into premises and assault. Committed to prison for 20 weeks, suspended for 12 months. Alcohol treatment requirement made and must complete five days of rehabilitation. Ordered to pay £100 court costs and £200 compensation. Restraining order imposed not to contact her victim until November 2022.
MAX RICHARD FRANCIS, 28, of Hedgerow Drive, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to drug driving. Disqualified from driving for one year and fined £200. Must pay £32 victim surcharge and £85 court costs.
SHANE DAMEON KINGSTON, 45, of Sedburgh Road, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to racially aggravated assault. Committed to prison for 26 weeks, suspended for two years. Must participate in an accredited programme for eight days and complete 20 days of rehabilitation. Restraining order made not to contact his victim until November 2022. Ordered to pay £250 compensation and £85 court costs.
JOSHUA PHILLIPS, 26, of Woodmill Heights, Bitterne. Found guilty of taking a white Audi without consent. Committed to prison for 20 weeks, suspended for 12 months. Disqualified from driving for six months. Must pay £128 victim surcharge and £380 court costs.
ABDULAZIZ DAHIR MAHAMED, 28, of Deby Road, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to driving without a licence or insurance. Fined £240. Must pay £85 court costs and £34 victim surcharge.
IAN PETER COPLAND, 55, of St Contest Way, Marchwood. Pleaded guilty to drink driving. Fined £120 and disqualified for 17 months. Must pay £85 court costs and £34 victim surcharge.
EMMANUEL KAMLESH SINGH, 52, of Laundry Road, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to drink driving. Fined £120 and disqualified for 17 months. Must pay £85 court costs and £34 victim surcharge.
DEAN ANTHONY ROBERTS, 46, of Fantail Close, London. Pleaded guilty to criminal damage. Fined £400. Must pay £40 victim surcharge and £85 court costs.


thedailyecho--2020-11-23--Ten years since Banksy painted this in Southampton

IT was ten years ago to the day when the Daily Echo reported on how the world 's most famous guerrilla graffiti artist swooped sectretly under the cover of night to daub his edgy paintings on urban landscapes .
Elusive aerosol artist painter Banksy left his mark on a Southampton street wall in the middle of the night .
Bristol-born Banksy sprayed a piece of his art work on a 6ft white garden wall of a privately-owned terraced house in Bevois Valley .
Hordes of people travelled to take photos of the eye-catching drawing of a monochrome young boy sat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the words “ No Future ” in red letters above .
Experts estimated that the work could have been worth more than £20,000 and it 's thought that the urban warrior may have sprayed his iconic stencil en route to the Isle of Wight .
The following day the Echo reported how the painting had been covered over with white paint .
A stunned city resident discovered what had happened when he took a detour on his way to work early in the morning .
Banksy 's “ No Future ” painting , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ issues , ironically had no future .

Elusive aerosol artist painter Banksy left his mark on a Southampton street wall in the middle of the night.
Bristol-born Banksy sprayed a piece of his art work on a 6ft white garden wall of a privately-owned terraced house in Bevois Valley.
Hordes of people travelled to take photos of the eye-catching drawing of a monochrome young boy sat on a pavement holding a balloon with the words “No Future” in red letters above.
Experts estimated that the work could have been worth more than £20,000 and it's thought that the urban warrior may have sprayed his iconic stencil en route to the Isle of Wight.
But what a difference a day makes.
The following day the Echo reported how the painting had been covered over with white paint.
A stunned city resident discovered what had happened when he took a detour on his way to work early in the morning.
Banksy's “No Future” painting, which was likely a statement on evironmental issues, ironically had no future.