thedailyecho--2020-09-24--Coronavirus: 6,634 new cases confirmed - the highest number since the outbreak began

A total of 6,634 new coronavirus cases were recorded on Thursday , Public Health England medical director Yvonne Doyle said , which is the highest single-day figure since the outbreak began .
The Government said that as of 9am on Thursday , there had been a further 6,634 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK , taking the overall number of cases confirmed to 416,363 .
Experts have previously warned that describing the daily figure as a record could be “ misleading ” as it is not clear how many people were actually infected during the height of the first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ testing at the time .
The Government also said a further 40 people had died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 as of Thursday .
This brings the UK total to 41,902 .
Separate figures published by the UK ’ s statistics agencies show there have now been 57,600 deaths registered in the UK where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate .
Yvonne Doyle , Medical Director at Public Health England , said : “ This is the highest number recorded and a stark warning for us all .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rising across all age groups and we ’ re continuing to see spikes in rates of admission to hospital and critical care .
“ We must all follow the new measures that have been bought in to help control the virus and download the new NHS Covid-19 App which is the fastest way of knowing when you ’ re at risk .
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The Government said that as of 9am on Thursday, there had been a further 6,634 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK, taking the overall number of cases confirmed to 416,363.
Experts have previously warned that describing the daily figure as a record could be “misleading” as it is not clear how many people were actually infected during the height of the first wave due to a lack of community testing at the time.
The Government also said a further 40 people had died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 as of Thursday. This brings the UK total to 41,902.
Separate figures published by the UK’s statistics agencies show there have now been 57,600 deaths registered in the UK where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate.
Yvonne Doyle, Medical Director at Public Health England, said: “This is the highest number recorded and a stark warning for us all. The signals are clear. Positivity rates are rising across all age groups and we’re continuing to see spikes in rates of admission to hospital and critical care.
“We must all follow the new measures that have been bought in to help control the virus and download the new NHS Covid-19 App which is the fastest way of knowing when you’re at risk.”
More to follow


thedailyecho--2020-09-24--Man spat at and assaulted in daytime incident in Southampton

A MAN suffered head injuries after he was assaulted and spat during an incident in broad daylight .
Police say @ @ @ @ @ in his 40s , was walking past a bus stop on Vincents Walk yesterday between @ @ @ @ @ man spat at him .
The man then chased the victim to outside Bella Italia @ @ @ @ @ where he continued to assault him .
• Two arrested after drive-by 'shooting ' outside @ @ @ @ @ The victim suffered injuries to his head and was taken to Southampton General Hospital for @ @ @ @ @ , from Southampton , has been arrested on suspicion of GBH .
He currently remains @ @ @ @ @ who sent messages to 12-year-old girl claimed to be 'paedophile hunter ' Hampshire Constabulary officers @ @ @ @ @ anyone who witnessed the assault or anyone who may have been driving in the area @ @ @ @ @ have dash cam footage .
Anyone with information can call 101 , quoting 44200369924 or @ @ @ @ @ 111 .

Police say the victim, a man in his 40s, was walking past a bus stop on Vincents Walk yesterday between 5pm and 5.30pm when another man spat at him. The man then chased the victim to outside Bella Italia, in Hanover Buildings, where he continued to assault him.
The victim suffered injuries to his head and was taken to Southampton General Hospital for treatment.
A 44-year-old man, from Southampton, has been arrested on suspicion of GBH. He currently remains in custody.
Hampshire Constabulary officers are keen to speak with anyone who witnessed the assault or anyone who may have been driving in the area at the time who may have dash cam footage.
Anyone with information can call 101, quoting 44200369924 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-09-24--Man tried to smuggle drug-filled radio into Winchester prison

A PROLIFIC criminal who tried to smuggle drugs into prison hidden in a radio has been given his “ last chance ” , a court heard .
Darren Lane brought the electronic into Winchester prison which contained 13.8g of MDMA on August 17 last year .
The 43-year-old had earlier handed himself in to Poole Police Station in relation to a burglary he had committed in Bournemouth .
Yesterday ( Wednesday ) Winchester Crown Court heard that Lane knew he would be immediately remanded into custody .
• Two arrested after drive-by `` shooting '' outside Shirley Post Office , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that staff at the city ’ s prison found that the screws in the stereo had been tampered with .
On inspection the class A drugs and other unspecified items were found inside .
The MDMA has a street value of £420 , but due to the “ very captive market ” in jail , Ms Terry said , that increases to £2,100 .
Lane ’ s barrister , Richard Tutt , said the defendant thought he would be taken to Channings Wood Prison , in Devon .
• Man charged after 89-year-old @ @ @ @ @ @ @ continued : “ It was at that point he was approached by an acquaintance to take some drugs .
He was told that the drugs would be collected from him in person , so he wasn ’ t going to benefit from this personally .
“ He wasn ’ t thinking at the time , he was street homeless , using heroin , crack cocaine and he was vulnerable.
” In September last year Lane was jailed for three years and four months for burglary .
Mr Tutt said that he has “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ custody trying to change his life ” .
Mr Tutt told the court Lane has an offer at a rehabilitation centre upon his release from prison and is now clean from drugs .
Lane pleaded guilty to smuggling the drugs during the hearing .
Judge Jane Miller said that if a judge would have sentenced both the drug smuggling and the burglary at the same time , he would have been handed a higher sentence .
Judge Miller continued : “ You are a man aged 43 and a very lengthy record 49 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one of those is a drug offence .
“ Effectively this was possession with intent to supply class A drugs .
“ You know exactly what drugs do when you are inside custody.
” The judge said she was “ impressed ” by Lane ’ s actions to get a rehabilitation place and come off drugs .
Lane was given a 24 month sentence suspended for two years and Judge Miller added : “ This is about your last chance .
“ If you commit further offences , if you fall into difficulties @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prison no questions asked .
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Darren Lane brought the electronic into Winchester prison which contained 13.8g of MDMA on August 17 last year.
The 43-year-old had earlier handed himself in to Poole Police Station in relation to a burglary he had committed in Bournemouth.
Yesterday (Wednesday) Winchester Crown Court heard that Lane knew he would be immediately remanded into custody.
Jane Terry, prosecuting, said that staff at the city’s prison found that the screws in the stereo had been tampered with. On inspection the class A drugs and other unspecified items were found inside.
The MDMA has a street value of £420, but due to the “very captive market” in jail, Ms Terry said, that increases to £2,100.
Lane’s barrister, Richard Tutt, said the defendant thought he would be taken to Channings Wood Prison, in Devon.
He continued: “It was at that point he was approached by an acquaintance to take some drugs. He was told that the drugs would be collected from him in person, so he wasn’t going to benefit from this personally.
“He wasn’t thinking at the time, he was street homeless, using heroin, crack cocaine and he was vulnerable.”
In September last year Lane was jailed for three years and four months for burglary. Mr Tutt said that he has “spent quite a bit of time in custody trying to change his life”.
Mr Tutt told the court Lane has an offer at a rehabilitation centre upon his release from prison and is now clean from drugs.
Lane pleaded guilty to smuggling the drugs during the hearing.
Judge Jane Miller said that if a judge would have sentenced both the drug smuggling and the burglary at the same time, he would have been handed a higher sentence.
Judge Miller continued: “You are a man aged 43 and a very lengthy record 49 convictions for 161 offences, although only one of those is a drug offence.
“Effectively this was possession with intent to supply class A drugs.
“You know exactly what drugs do when you are inside custody.”
The judge said she was “impressed” by Lane’s actions to get a rehabilitation place and come off drugs.
Lane was given a 24 month sentence suspended for two years and Judge Miller added: “This is about your last chance.
“If you commit further offences, if you fall into difficulties, it will be straight back into prison no questions asked.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-24--Man charged after 89-year-old killed by truck in New Milton

A MAN has been charged after a heavy goods vehicle hit and killed an 89-year-old woman .
The incident , @ @ @ @ @ a DAF lorry belonging to Travis Perkins .
Emergency services rushed to the scene of @ @ @ @ @ at around 1pm on January 20 , but Margaret Fraser , an 89-year-old who lived @ @ @ @ @ pronounced dead at the scene .
• Woman dies after being hit by lorry Now @ @ @ @ @ , officers have charged Gary Horbury , 57 , of Ferndale Road , New Milton @ @ @ @ @ careless driving .
He will appear at Southampton Magistrates ' Court on October 13 .

The incident, in New Milton, involved a DAF lorry belonging to Travis Perkins.
Emergency services rushed to the scene of the collision in Station Road at around 1pm on January 20, but Margaret Fraser, an 89-year-old who lived in the village, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Now, almost eight months on, officers have charged Gary Horbury, 57, of Ferndale Road, New Milton, with causing death by careless driving.
He will appear at Southampton Magistrates' Court on October 13.


thedailyecho--2020-09-24--Four new countries added to UK quarantine list

DENMARK , Slovakia , Iceland and the Caribbean island of Curacao have been removed from the Government ’ s list @ @ @ @ @ travellers arriving in England from those countries after 4am on Saturday must self-isolate for 14 @ @ @ @ @ Shapps said .
Writing on Twitter , Grant Shapps said : “ Data shows we @ @ @ @ @ Slovakia , Iceland , and Curacao from the Travel Corridor list .
If you arrive @ @ @ @ @ destinations after 4am this Saturday , you will need to self-isolate for 14 days .
@ @ @ @ @ adding any destinations to the Travel Corridor list this week .
Remember : You MUST @ @ @ @ @ by law if you enter the UK .
This protects public health and ensures those @ @ @ @ @ with self-isolation rules .
“ Also please don ’ t forget that you MUST self-isolate @ @ @ @ @ from a non-exempt country , or face fines which start at £1,000 .
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Writing on Twitter, Grant Shapps said: “Data shows we need to remove Denmark, Slovakia, Iceland, and Curacao from the Travel Corridor list. If you arrive in the UK from these destinations after 4am this Saturday, you will need to self-isolate for 14 days.
“We will not be adding any destinations to the Travel Corridor list this week. Remember: You MUST complete a Passenger Locator Form by law if you enter the UK. This protects public health and ensures those who need to are complying with self-isolation rules.
“Also please don’t forget that you MUST self-isolate (quarantine) when returning from a non-exempt country, or face fines which start at £1,000.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-24--Hunt for driver after a hit and run in Eastleigh

POLICE are hunting for a car after a hit and run in Eastleigh on Tuesday .
An unidentified vehicle collided @ @ @ @ @ causing it to collide with a parked car .
The incident happened on Twyford Road @ @ @ @ @ 22 .
The driver of the Vauxhall and two passengers suffered minor injuries .
The @ @ @ @ @ silver , and similar to a Ford Ranger or Nissan Nivarra , then left the @ @ @ @ @ to speak with any witnesses .
A police statement read : `` Were you in @ @ @ @ @ ?
Or perhaps you have dash cam footage showing the moments leading up to the @ @ @ @ @ information should call 101 , quoting 44200368048 . ''

An unidentified vehicle collided with a red Vauxhall Viva causing it to collide with a parked car.
The incident happened on Twyford Road at around 2pm, September 22.
The driver of the Vauxhall and two passengers suffered minor injuries.
The unidentified vehicle described as being silver, and similar to a Ford Ranger or Nissan Nivarra, then left the scene.
Officers are keen to speak with any witnesses.
A police statement read: "Were you in the area at the time? Or perhaps you have dash cam footage showing the moments leading up to the collision?
"Anyone with information should call 101, quoting 44200368048."


thedailyecho--2020-09-24--Biker, 64, injured in crash at Bitterne Road East, Southampton

A HUNT has been launched for a hit-and-run driver following an accident that put a 64-year-old biker in hospital .
@ @ @ @ @ treatment - a week after the collision at Bitterne Road East in Southampton .
Police @ @ @ @ @ Ford Transit van failed to stop after it was involved in accident with a motorcycle @ @ @ @ @ the vehicle had a 2002-plate .
They added : `` It is believed it will @ @ @ @ @ nearside headlamp and will be missing the nearside fog lamp as a result of the @ @ @ @ @ of the motorcycle , a 64-year-old man , was taken to hospital following the collision @ @ @ @ @ this time .
`` Officers investigating the exact circumstances of the collision are keen to @ @ @ @ @ help them locate the Ford Transit van .
`` We also want to urge the @ @ @ @ @ make contact with us as soon as possible . ''
Anyone with information can call @ @ @ @ @ quoting reference number 44200361043 .

The casualty is still receiving treatment - a week after the collision at Bitterne Road East in Southampton.
Police say a white mark 6 Ford Transit van failed to stop after it was involved in accident with a motorcycle.
A police spokesperson said the vehicle had a 2002-plate.
They added: "It is believed it will have sustained damage to its nearside headlamp and will be missing the nearside fog lamp as a result of the collision.
"The rider of the motorcycle, a 64-year-old man, was taken to hospital following the collision, where he remains at this time.
"Officers investigating the exact circumstances of the collision are keen to speak with anyone who can help them locate the Ford Transit van.
"We also want to urge the drive of the vehicle to make contact with us as soon as possible."
Anyone with information can call Hampshire police on 101, quoting reference number 44200361043.


thedailyecho--2020-09-24--Assault near Leigh Park on Botley Drive

Assault near Leigh Park on Botley Drive

A MAN has suffered injuries to his chest and leg following an assault .
Police were called on Tuesday , @ @ @ @ @ 21-year-old man was attacked by a gang of youths .
Officer arrived at the pathway @ @ @ @ @ Drive in Leigh Park just after 8.30pm .
A man has been assaulted and his @ @ @ @ @ group of young men .
Paramedics from South Central Ambulance Service were treating the victim @ @ @ @ @ and chest that have been described as `` minor '' .
It is believed by @ @ @ @ @ assaulted with a `` sharp implement '' .
Enquiries are ongoing to establish what happened @ @ @ @ @ should call 101 quoting 44200368651 .

Police were called on Tuesday, September 22, after a 21-year-old man was attacked by a gang of youths.
Officer arrived at the pathway between Finchdean Road and Botley Drive in Leigh Park just after 8.30pm.
A man has been assaulted and his phone was stolen by a group of young men.
Paramedics from South Central Ambulance Service were treating the victim for injuries to his leg and chest that have been described as "minor".
It is believed by police that the man was assaulted with a "sharp implement".
Enquiries are ongoing to establish what happened.
Anyone with any information should call 101 quoting 44200368651.


thedailyecho--2020-09-24--New Forest Fairy Festival cancelled after spike in Covid cases

THE New Forest Fairy Festival has been cancelled - just days before it was due to be held .
The two-day event was set to take place at Burley this weekend but has fallen victim to the recent surge in Covid cases .
Hundreds of people were expected to attend the festival , which has been held at Burley every year since 2014 .
Organisers announced the `` devastating '' cancellation on social media , saying the decision had been taken out of their hands by Public Health England .
In a statement they said : `` Over the course @ @ @ @ @ @ @ worked extremely hard with all authorities including public health to continue to bring you this festival .
“ Unfortunately with the rise of transmission rate in communities across the UK , Public Health England have taken the decision out of our hands .
• Hampshire 's own Tinkerbell : 'Why I believe in Fairies' “ We are now in the process of contacting everyone who is involved with the fairy festival , contractors , exhibitors , performers and entertainers .
“ All refunds for tickets will be processed and you do not need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be automatically done.
” “ We thank each and every one of you for continuing to support this beautiful event , that over the years has brought so much happiness , joy and wellbeing to people ’ s lives.
” The festival was originally due to have taken place last month but was postponed because of the pandemic .
It would have featured a “ healing garden ” , non-contact holistic workshops , spiritual talks , fairy yoga and burlesque dance workshops .

The two-day event was set to take place at Burley this weekend but has fallen victim to the recent surge in Covid cases.
Hundreds of people were expected to attend the festival, which has been held at Burley every year since 2014.
Organisers announced the "devastating" cancellation on social media, saying the decision had been taken out of their hands by Public Health England.
In a statement they said: "Over the course of the last few months we have worked extremely hard with all authorities including public health to continue to bring you this festival.
“Unfortunately with the rise of transmission rate in communities across the UK, Public Health England have taken the decision out of our hands.
“We are now in the process of contacting everyone who is involved with the fairy festival, contractors, exhibitors, performers and entertainers.
“All refunds for tickets will be processed and you do not need to contact us for this as this will be automatically done.”
“We thank each and every one of you for continuing to support this beautiful event, that over the years has brought so much happiness, joy and wellbeing to people’s lives.”
The festival was originally due to have taken place last month but was postponed because of the pandemic.
It would have featured a “healing garden”, non-contact holistic workshops, spiritual talks, fairy yoga and burlesque dance workshops.


thedailyecho--2020-09-24--Morrisons re-introduce limits on 'small number' of products: Full list

Supermarket chain Morrisons have re-introduced limits on a number of products following concerns of panic buying .
Shoppers across the UK will once again be limited by the number of key items they can purchase at the stores .
The move comes months after Morrisons temporarily introduced limits at the start of the coronavirus pandemic .
We 've put together everything you need to know about the limits from Morrisons .
Which products have been capped ?
• Glass and window cleaning - maximum of three items • Toilet care bleach and disinfectant - maximum of three items What have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` We are introducing a limit on a small number of key products , such as toilet roll and disinfectant .
`` Our stock levels of these products are good but we want to ensure that they are available for everyone . ''
What have the British Retail Consortium said ?
Andrew Opie , Director of Food and Sustainability at the British Retail Consortium , said : “ Retailers have done an excellent job in ensuring customers have access to food and necessities throughout this pandemic .
`` Since March , retail @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well as investing hundreds of millions to make stores safe and secure for customers ; this includes perspex screens , social distancing measures and additional hygiene measures .
`` As such , retail remains a safe space for consumers , even under future lockdowns .
“ Supply chains are stronger than ever before and we do not anticipate any issues in the availability of food or other goods under a future lockdown .
`` Nonetheless , we urge consumers to be considerate of others and shop as they normally would .
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Shoppers across the UK will once again be limited by the number of key items they can purchase at the stores.
The move comes months after Morrisons temporarily introduced limits at the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
We've put together everything you need to know about the limits from Morrisons.
Which products have been capped?
Bar soap - maximum of three items
Hand sanitizers - maximum of three items
Hand wash - maximum of three items
Calpol - maximum of two items
World foods rice - maximum of three items
World foods flour - maximum of three items
World foods oil - maximum of three items
Toilet paper - maximum of three items
Bathroom cleaning - maximum of three items
Floor cleaning - maximum of three items
Glass and window cleaning - maximum of three items
Kitchen cleaning - maximum of three items
Multi-purpose cleaning - maximum of three items
Bleach - maximum of three items
Disinfectant - maximum of three items
Toilet care bleach and disinfectant - maximum of three items
Kitchen roll - maximum of three items
What have Morrisons said?
A Morrisons spokeswoman said: "We are introducing a limit on a small number of key products, such as toilet roll and disinfectant.
"Our stock levels of these products are good but we want to ensure that they are available for everyone."
What have the British Retail Consortium said?
Andrew Opie, Director of Food and Sustainability at the British Retail Consortium, said: “Retailers have done an excellent job in ensuring customers have access to food and necessities throughout this pandemic.
"Since March, retail businesses have strengthened their supply chains as well as investing hundreds of millions to make stores safe and secure for customers; this includes perspex screens, social distancing measures and additional hygiene measures.
"As such, retail remains a safe space for consumers, even under future lockdowns.
“Supply chains are stronger than ever before and we do not anticipate any issues in the availability of food or other goods under a future lockdown.
"Nonetheless, we urge consumers to be considerate of others and shop as they normally would.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-24--Police hunt hit-and-run driver after moped rider injured in Portchester

POLICE are hunting a driver involved in a hit-and-run accident in which a moped rider was injured .
The collision @ @ @ @ @ Road , between Cornaway Lane roundabout and the mini roundabout at Condor Avenue , around @ @ @ @ @ 17 .
Police say a car driver involved in the incident failed to stop .
@ @ @ @ @ `` It was reported that a white Audi and the moped were involved in a @ @ @ @ @ driven by a woman , left the scene .
`` The moped rider , a @ @ @ @ @ injuries in the collision .
`` It is believed the Audi had '02 ' in @ @ @ @ @ have been part of a personalised number plate .
`` Officers investigating the exact circumstances @ @ @ @ @ anyone who witnessed the incident , or anyone who stopped to assist the moped rider @ @ @ @ @ `` We also want to urge the driver of the Audi to make contact with @ @ @ @ @ with information can call Hampshire police on 101 , quoting reference number 44200360792 .

The collision occurred on the A27 Portchester Road, between Cornaway Lane roundabout and the mini roundabout at Condor Avenue, around 3pm on Thursday, September 17.
Police say a car driver involved in the incident failed to stop.
A police spokesman said: "It was reported that a white Audi and the moped were involved in a collision before the Audi, driven by a woman, left the scene.
"The moped rider, a 40-year-old man, suffered minor injuries in the collision.
"It is believed the Audi had '02' in the registration, which may have been part of a personalised number plate.
"Officers investigating the exact circumstances are keen to speak with anyone who witnessed the incident, or anyone who stopped to assist the moped rider in the moments afterwards.
"We also want to urge the driver of the Audi to make contact with us urgently."
Anyone with information can call Hampshire police on 101, quoting reference number 44200360792.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Police cordon off area of woodland near Coxford Road in Southampton

POLICE have cordoned off a woooded area of Southampton .
A large police presence is currently in a wooded area @ @ @ @ @ in Coxford .
Three police cars and a van have been seen parked alongside the @ @ @ @ @ Wings restaurant .
The gated entrance into the area has been taped up , stopping @ @ @ @ @ It is currently unknown why the area has been cordoned off .
A local man @ @ @ @ @ to be named , told the report at the scene : `` [ Police ] @ @ @ @ @ morning as far as I know .
`` We 're not sure what 's happened @ @ @ @ @ and going through the woods and field all morning . ''
The Daily Echo has @ @ @ @ @ comment .

A large police presence is currently in a wooded area just off of Coxford Road in Coxford.
Three police cars and a van have been seen parked alongside the road next to woods by Wings restaurant.
The gated entrance into the area has been taped up, stopping residents from passing through.
It is currently unknown why the area has been cordoned off.
A local man, who has asked not to be named, told our reporter at the scene: "[Police] have been here since this morning as far as I know.
"We're not sure what's happened but they have been coming and going through the woods and field all morning."
The Daily Echo has contacted Hampshire Police for a comment.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--100 people at Southampton restaurant Iroko Lounge breach Covid-19 rules

A SOUTHAMPTON restaurant will remain closed until later this year after breaching Covid-19 rules following a party with over 100 people and hundreds of laughing gas canisters on the floor .
Iroko Lounge , on Onslow Road , will not be able to reopen until November 18 after what has been described as “ the worst breach ” of the Covid-19 rules across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight .
The decision was takenafter a police report revealed that more than 100 people attended a party at the venue on August 23 .
At the time police officers could not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the number of persons inside dancing in immediate proximity to each other ” , it has been revealed .
There was no evidence of social distancing , no Covid-19 risk assessment and track and trace details “ did not exist ” , the force said .
A statement says : `` Music was clearly audible from inside and flashing disco lights were also visible through the frosted front windows .
`` Eventually the music was turned off and the lighting levels raised with had the effect of causing a mass egress .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hundreds of chrome nitrous oxide canisters that littered the floor and fixed bench seating .
`` It 's the most canisters I have seen in a venue save for festivals . ''
According to a Hampshire Constabulary report a man called Malcom Forbes identified himself as “ being in charge ” and reportedly told the police that the event was a private party and that he was doing “ nothing wrong ” .The report also revealed that the police had to deal with “ anti-social behaviour from the 100 strong group as they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” .
Other documents presented to the Licensing Sub-Committee at Southampton City Council claimed that the venue had been booked for 50 people but the party was “ gate-crashed ” and control of the situation was lost .
The committee was previously asked to revoke the licence .
But at a meeting earlier this week it was told that new mitigation measures had been agreed with the police .
The committee was told that Mr Forbes was running the venue after he was granted a lease by premises licence holder Haydar Rahman last @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not aware of the party at the site .
Members were also told that Mr Forbes is no longer associated with the venue .
The committee decided to suspended the licence until November and apply the new conditions agreed with the police , including CCTV cameras and staff training .
In a statement members of the committee said : “ Our decision in no way relinquishes the responsibility of the premises ’ license holder , however , following police recommendations , conditions were agreed that ensured the property owner , who was not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hours of 23rd August 2020 , will work closely with both the police and licensing in addressing concerns .
`` If the circumstances had been different , and we were dealing directly with the person responsible on-site , then there is no doubt that this decision would have resulted in the full revocation of the premises ’ license.
” Hampshire Constabulary confirmed that no-one was charged or arrested in connection with the incident .
At the meeting the police clarified that what was breached were guidelines “ not supported with a great deal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Echo has tried to contact Malcom Forbes .

Iroko Lounge, on Onslow Road, will not be able to reopen until November 18 after what has been described as “the worst breach” of the Covid-19 rules across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
The decision was takenafter a police report revealed that more than 100 people attended a party at the venue on August 23.
At the time police officers could not fully enter the venue “due to the number of persons inside dancing in immediate proximity to each other”, it has been revealed.
There was no evidence of social distancing, no Covid-19 risk assessment and track and trace details “did not exist”, the force said.
A statement says: "Music was clearly audible from inside and flashing disco lights were also visible through the frosted front windows.
"Eventually the music was turned off and the lighting levels raised with had the effect of causing a mass egress.
"My attention was immediately drawn to the hundreds of chrome nitrous oxide canisters that littered the floor and fixed bench seating.
"It's the most canisters I have seen in a venue save for festivals."
According to a Hampshire Constabulary report a man called Malcom Forbes identified himself as “being in charge” and reportedly told the police that the event was a private party and that he was doing “nothing wrong”.The report also revealed that the police had to deal with “ anti-social behaviour from the 100 strong group as they blocked the road and refused to disperse”.
Other documents presented to the Licensing Sub-Committee at Southampton City Council claimed that the venue had been booked for 50 people but the party was “gate-crashed ” and control of the situation was lost. The committee was previously asked to revoke the licence.
But at a meeting earlier this week it was told that new mitigation measures had been agreed with the police. The committee was told that Mr Forbes was running the venue after he was granted a lease by premises licence holder Haydar Rahman last year. Mr Rahman said he was not aware of the party at the site.
Members were also told that Mr Forbes is no longer associated with the venue.
The committee decided to suspended the licence until November and apply the new conditions agreed with the police, including CCTV cameras and staff training .
In a statement members of the committee said: “Our decision in no way relinquishes the responsibility of the premises’ license holder, however, following police recommendations, conditions were agreed that ensured the property owner, who was not present at the events in the early hours of 23rd August 2020, will work closely with both the police and licensing in addressing concerns.
"If the circumstances had been different, and we were dealing directly with the person responsible on-site, then there is no doubt that this decision would have resulted in the full revocation of the premises’ license.”
Hampshire Constabulary confirmed that no-one was charged or arrested in connection with the incident.
At the meeting the police clarified that what was breached were guidelines “not supported with a great deal of enforcement powers”.
The Daily Echo has tried to contact Malcom Forbes.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Southampton Christmas market plans uncertain

UNCERTAINTY surrounds some of Southampton 's most popular Christmas events and attractions .
Every festive season thousands flock to visit the Christmas Market in the city centre .
Now approaching its fifth year it boasts food , entertainment and gifts .
However , amid the coronavirus crisis , there is uncertainty whether the event will go ahead .
It comes just a week after the announcement that all events due to take place on council land between now and the end of October have been cancelled .
According to the council , future events including the Christmas market are now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
A Southampton City Council spokesperson said : `` A decision was made to withdraw consent for all large events that were due to take place on council land in the city between now and the end of October .
We will be keeping future events under review in line with Government guidance and emerging information regarding the pandemic , as well as exploring all opportunities for events to be delivered virtually . ''
Another popular festive offering is the ice rink at Westquay , but plans are still being finalised says a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ full update on the rest of 2020 is reportedly being drafted .
Meanwhile , Remembrance Sunday , when millions across the nation pay their respects to servicemen and women is due to take place just over a month away .
Royal British Legion branches are being urged to follow government guidelines .
A spokesperson for The Royal British Legion said : “ Since Covid-19 measures first came into effect , we have instructed Royal British Legion branches that all activity undertaken by our members must be conducted in accordance with national and local @ @ @ @ @ @ @ branches and members to continue supporting local Remembrance services and parades that follow government guidelines and only where social distancing measures can be fully adhered to . ''

Every festive season thousands flock to visit the Christmas Market in the city centre.
Now approaching its fifth year it boasts food, entertainment and gifts.
However, amid the coronavirus crisis, there is uncertainty whether the event will go ahead.
It comes just a week after the announcement that all events due to take place on council land between now and the end of October have been cancelled.
According to the council, future events including the Christmas market are now under review in line with Government guidance.
A Southampton City Council spokesperson said: "A decision was made to withdraw consent for all large events that were due to take place on council land in the city between now and the end of October. We will be keeping future events under review in line with Government guidance and emerging information regarding the pandemic, as well as exploring all opportunities for events to be delivered virtually."
Another popular festive offering is the ice rink at Westquay, but plans are still being finalised says a spokesperson for the shopping centre. A full update on the rest of 2020 is reportedly being drafted.
Meanwhile, Remembrance Sunday, when millions across the nation pay their respects to servicemen and women is due to take place just over a month away.
Royal British Legion branches are being urged to follow government guidelines.
A spokesperson for The Royal British Legion said: “Since Covid-19 measures first came into effect, we have instructed Royal British Legion branches that all activity undertaken by our members must be conducted in accordance with national and local government restrictions. We are encouraging our branches and members to continue supporting local Remembrance services and parades that follow government guidelines and only where social distancing measures can be fully adhered to."
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thedailyecho--2020-09-25--A27 in Hampshire to shut tonight for weekend of bridge works

DRIVERS are warned to `` plan-ahead '' as a major Hampshire road is to shut tonight for the entire weekend @ @ @ @ @ Westbound carriageway of the A27 will be closed so repairs can be carried out to @ @ @ @ @ line .
WHAT PART OF THE ROAD IS CLOSED ?
The road , near Cosham @ @ @ @ @ shut between the A2030 Eastern Road roundabout and the Portsbridge roundabout from 9pm today through @ @ @ @ @ Highways England says that Clearly signed diversions will be in place from the Eastern Road @ @ @ @ @ the A3 ( M ) via the A2030 Havant Road and A3 Southampton Road to @ @ @ @ @ say that some delays are expected , and drivers are advised to plan-ahead allowing extra @ @ @ @ @ consider alternative routes if possible .
The weekend closure will be followed by narrow lane @ @ @ @ @ in both directions over the bridge with a 50mph speed restriction for up to 10 @ @

From this evening the Westbound carriageway of the A27 will be closed so repairs can be carried out to a bridge over the railway line.
WHAT PART OF THE ROAD IS CLOSED?
The road, near Cosham and Portsmouth, will be shut between the A2030 Eastern Road roundabout and the Portsbridge roundabout from 9pm today through to 6am on Monday.
WHAT IS THE DIVERSION?
Highways England says that Clearly signed diversions will be in place from the Eastern Road roundabout and junction 5 of the A3(M) via the A2030 Havant Road and A3 Southampton Road to junction 12.
Roads bosses say that some delays are expected, and drivers are advised to plan-ahead allowing extra time for their journeys and consider alternative routes if possible.
The A27 Westbound diversion. Picture: Highways England
WHAT'S HAPPENING NEXT?
The weekend closure will be followed by narrow lane running on the A27 carriageway in both directions over the bridge with a 50mph speed restriction for up to 10 weeks.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Fight breaks out between two groups of teens in Southampton

TWO teenagers have been arrested after a fight broke out between two groups outside a shop .
At around 4.45pm @ @ @ @ @ the groups of teens were fighting in the street outside the Co-op on Warburton Road @ @ @ @ @ Hampshire Constabulary were called , and arrested two boys .
They were a 16-year-old from @ @ @ @ @ on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in a public place , and a @ @ @ @ @ suspicion of affray and criminal damage .
Both remain in police custody at this time @

At around 4.45pm yesterday, police say that the groups of teens were fighting in the street outside the Co-op on Warburton Road, Thornhill.
Officers from Hampshire Constabulary were called, and arrested two boys.
They were a 16-year-old from Southampton who has been arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in a public place, and a 17-year-old from Southampton arrested on suspicion of affray and criminal damage.
Both remain in police custody at this time.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Hampshire's Covid testing site moved to Southampton Airport early

HAMPSHIRE 'S coronavirus testing site has been moved to Southampton Airport earlier than planned to make way for a Brexit lorry park , leaving residents confused about where to get tested .
The Tipner drive-through centre in Portsmouth , which is owned by Deloitte , was due to become a lorry site on October 5 , but was moved to its new site ahead of schedule and without warning .
Portsmouth City Council ’ s cabinet member for health Matthew Winnington said he had “ no clue ” the site would move early , and Portsmouth South MP Stephen Morgan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ grip over the testing fiasco ” .
• Region 's main Covid-19 testing centre to be moved to Southampton Airport Writing on Twitter , the Labour MP said : “ The Government must work with councils and public services to bring down Covid cases and save lives .
Shocked to learn @ portsmouthtoday and our LRF was only told unofficially last night that the Tipner site has packed up and closed .
“ Ministers must get a grip over the testing fiasco.
” Liberal Democrat Mr Winnington told the PA news agency the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the change .
Mr Winnington said : “ Matt Hancock has to take responsibility for this , especially as he ’ s a former minister for Portsmouth so should know the importance of ensuring Portsmouth and the surrounding area is kept in the loop when things like this happen.
” “ The DHSC ( Department of Health and Social Care ) needs to get a grip , ” he added .
Although the Department of Health said the site moved “ more than a week ago ” , the Liberal Democrat councillor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a view shared by Portsmouth residents .
Mr Winnington said : “ It didn ’ t go a week ago , it was around Wednesday evening .
It almost seems the DHSC didn ’ t know when it moved and that ’ s even more concerning .
“ We didn ’ t have a clue it would be moving earlier than planned .
We have absolutely no idea why we weren ’ t informed .
“ It makes me feel ridiculous because people are then saying to me , ‘ this test site @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that ?
’ and I have to tell them I didn ’ t know.
” He added the Department of Health has failed to communicate properly with Portsmouth City Council about other major public health changes , including an ongoing problem over guidance about where Isle of Wight residents should get tested .
“ We have got people from the Isle of Wight coming to the mainland for testing , because they are being told they should do that by the DHSC , ” he said .
“ They shouldn ’ t be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but what the Government website is saying is that they have to .
“ It ’ s just not good enough , and it really gives me concern about what other things we haven ’ t heard about with regards to the pandemic .
“ If it ’ s happening to us , it ’ s happening to other places across the country too.
” Local councils , local resilience forums and some emergency services staff are responsible for co-ordinating local testing centres along with the Department of Health .
Adrian Baker @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , also blamed the Government for “ failing to inform the local authority ” that the testing site was moving early .
Mr Baker said : “ Test and Trace has become trace the test .
This dereliction of duty is quite incredible .
“ What are the public and workers supposed to do if the Government doesn ’ t even know how long a testing site will be available for ?
” A Department of Health spokesperson said : “ Regional testing sites were set up at great speed to provide access @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UK .
“ Sites were selected where there was immediate availability , as well as being secure and easily accessible .
“ To make sure the regional testing site network remains available for as long as is needed , a small number of sites are being relocated .
“ The Portsmouth Tipner Lorry Park site has been successfully relocated to the Long Stay Car Park at Southampton Airport to ensure that tests continue to be available in the region.
” Deloitte has also been contacted about the site move .

The Tipner drive-through centre in Portsmouth, which is owned by Deloitte, was due to become a lorry site on October 5, but was moved to its new site ahead of schedule and without warning.
Portsmouth City Council’s cabinet member for health Matthew Winnington said he had “no clue” the site would move early, and Portsmouth South MP Stephen Morgan said ministers need to “get a grip over the testing fiasco”.
Writing on Twitter, the Labour MP said: “The Government must work with councils and public services to bring down Covid cases and save lives. Shocked to learn @portsmouthtoday and our LRF was only told unofficially last night that the Tipner site has packed up and closed.
“Ministers must get a grip over the testing fiasco.”
Liberal Democrat Mr Winnington told the PA news agency the Health Secretary should “take responsibility” for the change.
Mr Winnington said: “Matt Hancock has to take responsibility for this, especially as he’s a former minister for Portsmouth so should know the importance of ensuring Portsmouth and the surrounding area is kept in the loop when things like this happen.”
“The DHSC (Department of Health and Social Care) needs to get a grip,” he added.
Although the Department of Health said the site moved “more than a week ago”, the Liberal Democrat councillor said it happened suddenly on Wednesday – a view shared by Portsmouth residents.
Mr Winnington said: “It didn’t go a week ago, it was around Wednesday evening. It almost seems the DHSC didn’t know when it moved and that’s even more concerning.
“We didn’t have a clue it would be moving earlier than planned. We have absolutely no idea why we weren’t informed.
“It makes me feel ridiculous because people are then saying to me, ‘this test site has moved, do you know about that?’ and I have to tell them I didn’t know.”
He added the Department of Health has failed to communicate properly with Portsmouth City Council about other major public health changes, including an ongoing problem over guidance about where Isle of Wight residents should get tested.
“We have got people from the Isle of Wight coming to the mainland for testing, because they are being told they should do that by the DHSC,” he said.
“They shouldn’t be using public transport while they have symptoms, but what the Government website is saying is that they have to.
“It’s just not good enough, and it really gives me concern about what other things we haven’t heard about with regards to the pandemic.
“If it’s happening to us, it’s happening to other places across the country too.”
Local councils, local resilience forums and some emergency services staff are responsible for co-ordinating local testing centres along with the Department of Health.
Adrian Baker, GMB workers’ union regional organiser, also blamed the Government for “failing to inform the local authority” that the testing site was moving early.
Mr Baker said: “Test and Trace has become trace the test. This dereliction of duty is quite incredible.
“What are the public and workers supposed to do if the Government doesn’t even know how long a testing site will be available for?”
A Department of Health spokesperson said: “Regional testing sites were set up at great speed to provide access to tests for key workers across the UK.
“Sites were selected where there was immediate availability, as well as being secure and easily accessible.
“To make sure the regional testing site network remains available for as long as is needed, a small number of sites are being relocated.
“The Portsmouth Tipner Lorry Park site has been successfully relocated to the Long Stay Car Park at Southampton Airport to ensure that tests continue to be available in the region.”
Deloitte has also been contacted about the site move.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Dancing Man Brewery pub at Town Quay, Southampton, has shut

MYSTERY surrounds the sudden closure of an award-winning pub and restaurant in Southampton .
Bosses at Dancing Man Brewery at Town Quay have issued a statement saying the business has shut temporarily `` due to unforeseen circumstances '' .
But no further details have been given by business partners Aidan Lavin and Mandy Lacey .
• Top Southampton restaurant reveals the reason why it has closed The statement says ; `` It is with much regret that we have to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances , Dancing Man Brewery will be temporarily closed with immediate effect .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be back very soon !
`` We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you all back as soon as we can .
`` Please keep an eye on Face Book and our website for news and updates .
Many thanks Mandy and Aidan . ''
Dancing Man Brewery occupies a 700-year-old building that was used in the Middle Ages to store wool before it was transported to Europe .
Its website outlines the history of the business and lists the many awards it has won over the years , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ CAMRA accolades .
It adds : `` We have been voted Best Pub in Southampton for the last four years and received the Best Design in the South back in 2016 for what we did with an unloved and empty building .
`` Our restaurant was voted Best Restaurant in Southampton back in 2018 – this accolade came from Time Out Magazine .
`` Our Vaults and Vino evenings with SEE Southampton gained us a silver in the Beautiful South Tourism Awards in 2018 and most recently , although we didn ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ finals of the Casual Dining Restaurant and Pub Awards for the Menu Innovation award , so we are pretty chuffed and look forward to winning next year ! ''
The Daily Echo has attempted to contact Dancing Man Brewery for comment .

Bosses at Dancing Man Brewery at Town Quay have issued a statement saying the business has shut temporarily "due to unforeseen circumstances".
But no further details have been given by business partners Aidan Lavin and Mandy Lacey.
The statement says; "It is with much regret that we have to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances, Dancing Man Brewery will be temporarily closed with immediate effect.
"Don’t you worry we shall be back very soon!
"We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you all back as soon as we can.
"Please keep an eye on Face Book and our website for news and updates. Many thanks Mandy and Aidan."
Dancing Man Brewery occupies a 700-year-old building that was used in the Middle Ages to store wool before it was transported to Europe.
Its website outlines the history of the business and lists the many awards it has won over the years, including an "amazing" number of CAMRA accolades.
It adds: "We have been voted Best Pub in Southampton for the last four years and received the Best Design in the South back in 2016 for what we did with an unloved and empty building.
"Our restaurant was voted Best Restaurant in Southampton back in 2018 – this accolade came from Time Out Magazine.
"Our Vaults and Vino evenings with SEE Southampton gained us a silver in the Beautiful South Tourism Awards in 2018 and most recently, although we didn’t win, we did get into the finals of the Casual Dining Restaurant and Pub Awards for the Menu Innovation award, so we are pretty chuffed and look forward to winning next year!"
The Daily Echo has attempted to contact Dancing Man Brewery for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Eastleigh and Winchester two of the unhappiest places

PEOPLE in Eastleigh and Winchester are among the unhappiest in the UK , official data has shown .
A survey by the Office for National Statistics ( ONS ) showed Winchester had the lowest happiness score in Hampshire , and second lowest in the UK .
Eastleigh also ranked as the third unhappiest place nationwide in the survey that quizzed 150,000 people .
According to ONS , the 2019/2020 scores registered the largest annual increase in anxiety since it began measuring personal well-being in 2011 .
COVID-19 and Brexit are said to be contributing factors to peoples ' overall unhappiness @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Health , found that there is a 26 % reduction in the risk of major depression among people who run for 15 minutes a day .
Following this , a new challenge is being launched in Hampshire , to improve the physical and mental wellbeing of residents .
The challenge 'Happy Heroes ' revolves around Mayathon , free app that helps people buddy-up virtually with friends and family to encourage each other to exercise .
Users are tasked with completing 26 minutes of exercise for 26 days straight .
Robert Tansey , CEO @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ We ’ re on a mission to increase the well-being and happiness of people in Winchester , Eastleigh and across Hampshire . ''
Local ambassadors consisting of former athletes , sports clubs and personal trainers have been enlisted to buddy-up virtually with their community .
Ambassador for Mayathon and former athlete , Roger Black , said : “ Motivation and encouragement are so important for any sporting or personal achievement .
“ We tell ourselves that we ’ re too busy , too tired , or too distracted to exercise , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ haven ’ t got into the habit or we don ’ t have the support of friends or family .
`` I really hope people across Hampshire can buddy-up and use Mayathon to help them to be healthier and happier.
” The app is available to download from the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store with the challenge starting on October 1 , and running to October 26 .

A survey by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed Winchester had the lowest happiness score in Hampshire, and second lowest in the UK.
Eastleigh also ranked as the third unhappiest place nationwide in the survey that quizzed 150,000 people.
According to ONS, the 2019/2020 scores registered the largest annual increase in anxiety since it began measuring personal well-being in 2011.
COVID-19 and Brexit are said to be contributing factors to peoples' overall unhappiness.
Another study, conducted by Harvard Health, found that there is a 26% reduction in the risk of major depression among people who run for 15 minutes a day.
Following this, a new challenge is being launched in Hampshire, to improve the physical and mental wellbeing of residents.
The challenge 'Happy Heroes' revolves around Mayathon, free app that helps people buddy-up virtually with friends and family to encourage each other to exercise.
Users are tasked with completing 26 minutes of exercise for 26 days straight.
Robert Tansey, CEO and Founder of Mayathon, said: “We’re on a mission to increase the well-being and happiness of people in Winchester, Eastleigh and across Hampshire."
Local ambassadors consisting of former athletes, sports clubs and personal trainers have been enlisted to buddy-up virtually with their community.
Ambassador for Mayathon and former athlete, Roger Black, said: “Motivation and encouragement are so important for any sporting or personal achievement.
“We tell ourselves that we’re too busy, too tired, or too distracted to exercise, but often the reason is simply that we haven’t got into the habit or we don’t have the support of friends or family.
"I really hope people across Hampshire can buddy-up and use Mayathon to help them to be healthier and happier.”
The app is available to download from the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store with the challenge starting on October 1, and running to October 26.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Paedophile sentenced at Southampton Crown Court

A NATIONAL charity is calling on social media regulation in light of a Hampshire paedophile ’ s “ predatory behaviour ” .
Jeffrey Tall was given a 12-month prison sentence suspended for two years .
The 49-year-old had sent explicit messages via social media to a “ 12-year-old-girl ” called Lucy White last April .
Little did he know she was not real and he had been speaking to a decoy account set up to snare paedophiles .
Tall of Aspen Close , Hedge End was also caught with thousands of indecent images of children .
• Paedophile secretly used @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Paedophile arranged to meet 13-year-old when his girlfriend was at work Commenting on the case a spokesperson from the NSPCC said : “ Tall ’ s predatory behaviour highlights the appalling dangers facing children and young people in the online world every day .
“ This case underlines our urgent calls for the Government to commit to their Online Harms Bill this Autumn .
This legislation would enshrine in law an effective regulator with the authority to hold tech companies to account and help prevent offenders from trying to target , groom and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southampton Crown Court on Tuesday where he was sentenced with attempting to cause or incite a female child under 13-years-old to engage in sexual activity and with possessing indecent images of a child .
He previously pleaded guilty .
• Man with 'low IQ ' surfed web for ‘ very , very young porn' He must also complete a 60-day sexual offenders programme .
He is subject to a two-year sexual harm prevention order and a four-month curfew .

Jeffrey Tall was given a 12-month prison sentence suspended for two years.
The 49-year-old had sent explicit messages via social media to a “12-year-old-girl” called Lucy White last April.
Little did he know she was not real and he had been speaking to a decoy account set up to snare paedophiles.
Tall of Aspen Close, Hedge End was also caught with thousands of indecent images of children.
Commenting on the case a spokesperson from the NSPCC said: “Tall’s predatory behaviour highlights the appalling dangers facing children and young people in the online world every day.
“This case underlines our urgent calls for the Government to commit to their Online Harms Bill this Autumn. This legislation would enshrine in law an effective regulator with the authority to hold tech companies to account and help prevent offenders from trying to target, groom and abuse children online.”
Tall appeared before Southampton Crown Court on Tuesday where he was sentenced with attempting to cause or incite a female child under 13-years-old to engage in sexual activity and with possessing indecent images of a child. He previously pleaded guilty.
He must also complete a 60-day sexual offenders programme. He is subject to a two-year sexual harm prevention order and a four-month curfew.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Southampton woman first in UK to get Bluetooth heart monitor

A SOUTHAMPTON firefighter today became the first person in the UK to have a Bluetooth heart monitor implanted in her chest which can be monitored remotely by doctors .
Sian Jones was in a car crash as a teenager and has experienced unexplained blackouts ever since - but thanks to the new device she will hopefully be able to understand more about why they occur .
During the life changing operation , a Bluetooth device just the size of a paperclip was injected under the 34 year old 's skin .
The incredible device , developed by tech firm Medtronic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remotely and also allow Miss Jones , a retained firefighter and carer from Totton , near Southampton , to see the data on an app on her phone .
The procedure , which takes less than ten minutes , was carried out by the cardiology team at University Hospital Southampton , Hants led by specialist nurse Joanne Acres .
The state-of-the-art LINQ II system has been for designed patients who need long-term monitoring because they suffer unexplained palpitations , fainting episodes or blackouts .
The device is paired to the patients ’ mobile @ @ @ @ @ @ @ app constantly records and shares second-by-second ECG data with their healthcare team , including any rhythm abnormality when it occurs .
Cardiologists will also be able to change settings on the device remotely , enabling them to monitor a specific area like a patient ’ s heartbeat at certain times of the day without having to bring them in to hospital .
Miss Jones has suffered from fainting and blackouts since the accident at the age of 18 .
She broke her neck in the crash but has never known exactly what causes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , who was accompanied at the hospital by her partner , Lucy O'Neill , 38 , said : `` The crash was very serious .
I was told I was a millimetre away from being disabled or even dying from my injuries .
`` I was left with metal plates in the front and back of my neck and I ’ ve also had these often-erratic episodes ever since – I can sometimes go a few months without it happening and then I will blackout multiple times .
“ Hopefully this will help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I can ’ t risk it happening to me when we are on a fire call.
” After the op , Miss Jones revealed she could feel the small device in her chest but not as much as she expected .
She said : `` I can feel it but not as much as I thought I would .
It 's a bit tender and I imagine it will be sore for a few days .
`` I hope the device will be able to pick up data when I get woozy .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ they have done tests on me they have n't been able to pick anything up because , obviously , by the time I get to the doctors it is too late .
`` The wooziness affects my normal life because sometimes I 'll be getting out of the car , or I just go to move something and I suddenly have to stop .
`` The worst one was when I was round a friend 's house .
I was sat down and went to stand up but I passed out completely on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ incredible .
I hope that now they will be able to find out what is causing my symptoms .
That 's all I want to know . ''
The size of the monitor , pictured centre Dr Paul Roberts , consultant cardiologist at UHS , says the new Bluetooth device will be ‘ game-changing ’ .
He said : “ We are one of the first in Europe to implant this pioneering device that will now allow us to see 24/7 what is happening on that ECG without the patient having to leave @ @ @ @ @ @ @ different to the Bluetooth we have on our earphones and speakers – BlueSync technology is low energy and a new and novel form which also has rigorous high-level cyber security measures in place .
“ Once it ’ s implanted we pair it up in the same way you would pair up other devices , and all the patient needs to do is keep the app open in the background on their phone or tablet to allow the data to transfer .
`` Until now , we have had to bring the patient @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the device , sometimes every month .
`` We don ’ t need to do that anymore – we can see it instantly .
This is particularly useful while we are in the grip of the Covid-19 pandemic , allowing patients to stay at home.
” Dr Roberts continued : “ At UHS we have a real reputation of being at the forefront with technology and are delighted to have access to innovative new products like this at such an early stage .
`` That ’ s a great benefit to patients in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as a result of that ethos , get to access the newest tech available .
“ It ’ s exciting to think we may be able to use this form of technology in other cardiac areas in the future , such as patients who have pacemakers and defibrillators .
”

Sian Jones was in a car crash as a teenager and has experienced unexplained blackouts ever since - but thanks to the new device she will hopefully be able to understand more about why they occur.
During the life changing operation, a Bluetooth device just the size of a paperclip was injected under the 34 year old's skin.
Totton's Sian Jones with the chip
The incredible device, developed by tech firm Medtronic, allows doctors to monitor her heartbeat remotely and also allow Miss Jones, a retained firefighter and carer from Totton, near Southampton, to see the data on an app on her phone.
The procedure, which takes less than ten minutes, was carried out by the cardiology team at University Hospital Southampton, Hants led by specialist nurse Joanne Acres.
The state-of-the-art LINQ II system has been for designed patients who need long-term monitoring because they suffer unexplained palpitations, fainting episodes or blackouts.
The device is paired to the patients’ mobile phone or tablet using Bluetooth and an app constantly records and shares second-by-second ECG data with their healthcare team, including any rhythm abnormality when it occurs.
Cardiologists will also be able to change settings on the device remotely, enabling them to monitor a specific area like a patient’s heartbeat at certain times of the day without having to bring them in to hospital.
Miss Jones has suffered from fainting and blackouts since the accident at the age of 18.
She broke her neck in the crash but has never known exactly what causes or triggers her episodes.
Miss Jones, who was accompanied at the hospital by her partner, Lucy O'Neill, 38, said: "The crash was very serious. I was told I was a millimetre away from being disabled or even dying from my injuries.
"I was left with metal plates in the front and back of my neck and I’ve also had these often-erratic episodes ever since – I can sometimes go a few months without it happening and then I will blackout multiple times.
“Hopefully this will help find out what is causing it as I can’t risk it happening to me when we are on a fire call.”
After the op, Miss Jones revealed she could feel the small device in her chest but not as much as she expected.
She said: "I can feel it but not as much as I thought I would. It's a bit tender and I imagine it will be sore for a few days.
"I hope the device will be able to pick up data when I get woozy.
"When I have passed out and they have done tests on me they haven't been able to pick anything up because, obviously, by the time I get to the doctors it is too late.
"The wooziness affects my normal life because sometimes I'll be getting out of the car, or I just go to move something and I suddenly have to stop.
"The worst one was when I was round a friend's house. I was sat down and went to stand up but I passed out completely on the floor.
"The monitor is incredible. I hope that now they will be able to find out what is causing my symptoms. That's all I want to know."
The size of the monitor, pictured centre
Dr Paul Roberts, consultant cardiologist at UHS, says the new Bluetooth device will be ‘game-changing’.
He said: “We are one of the first in Europe to implant this pioneering device that will now allow us to see 24/7 what is happening on that ECG without the patient having to leave their home.
“It’s different to the Bluetooth we have on our earphones and speakers – BlueSync technology is low energy and a new and novel form which also has rigorous high-level cyber security measures in place.
“Once it’s implanted we pair it up in the same way you would pair up other devices, and all the patient needs to do is keep the app open in the background on their phone or tablet to allow the data to transfer.
"Until now, we have had to bring the patient into hospital and remove the data from the device, sometimes every month.
"We don’t need to do that anymore – we can see it instantly. This is particularly useful while we are in the grip of the Covid-19 pandemic, allowing patients to stay at home.”
Dr Roberts continued: “At UHS we have a real reputation of being at the forefront with technology and are delighted to have access to innovative new products like this at such an early stage.
"That’s a great benefit to patients in Southampton and the wider region who, as a result of that ethos, get to access the newest tech available.
“It’s exciting to think we may be able to use this form of technology in other cardiac areas in the future, such as patients who have pacemakers and defibrillators.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Tesco and Morrisons re-introduce limits on 'key products'

Several supermarket chains have re-introduced limits on a number of 'key products ' following concerns that shoppers have started panic buying across the country .
Tesco has joined Morrisons to cap how much customers can buy in their stores .
We 've put together what both retailers have told us .
What limits do Tesco have in place ?
In stores , there will be a three-items per customer limit for flour , dried pasta , toilet roll , baby wipes and anti-bacterial wipes .
There are additional limits for a small number of products online , such as rice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ available for sale at the front of the store .
A Tesco spokesperson told us : “ We have good availability , with plenty of stock to go round , and we would encourage our customers to shop as normal .
`` To ensure that everyone can keep buying what they need , we have introduced bulk-buy limits on a small number of products .
“ To help our customers shop safely , we will also have colleagues at the entrances of our larger stores to remind customers about the safety measures we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ requirement to wear a face covering.
” What limits have Morrisons put in place ?
A Morrisons spokeswoman said : `` We are introducing a limit on a small number of key products , such as toilet roll and disinfectant .
`` Our stock levels of these products are good but we want to ensure that they are available for everyone . ''
The limits for customers in Morrisons stores are : • Glass and window cleaning - maximum of three items • Toilet care bleach and disinfectant - maximum of three items @ @ @ @ @ @ @ At the time of writing , other chains such as Asda , Aldi , Lidl , Sainsbury 's , Co-op , Waitrose and M & S do not have any product limits in place for shoppers .
What have the British Retail Consortium said ?
Andrew Opie , Director of Food and Sustainability at the British Retail Consortium , said : “ Retailers have done an excellent job in ensuring customers have access to food and necessities throughout this pandemic .
`` Since March , retail businesses have strengthened their supply chains as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ make stores safe and secure for customers ; this includes perspex screens , social distancing measures and additional hygiene measures .
`` As such , retail remains a safe space for consumers , even under future lockdowns .
“ Supply chains are stronger than ever before and we do not anticipate any issues in the availability of food or other goods under a future lockdown .
`` Nonetheless , we urge consumers to be considerate of others and shop as they normally would .
”

Tesco has joined Morrisons to cap how much customers can buy in their stores.
We've put together what both retailers have told us.
What limits do Tesco have in place?
In stores, there will be a three-items per customer limit for flour, dried pasta, toilet roll, baby wipes and anti-bacterial wipes.
There are additional limits for a small number of products online, such as rice and canned veg.
Face coverings are available for sale at the front of the store.
A Tesco spokesperson told us: “We have good availability, with plenty of stock to go round, and we would encourage our customers to shop as normal.
"To ensure that everyone can keep buying what they need, we have introduced bulk-buy limits on a small number of products.
“To help our customers shop safely, we will also have colleagues at the entrances of our larger stores to remind customers about the safety measures we have in place, including the legal requirement to wear a face covering.”
What limits have Morrisons put in place?
A Morrisons spokeswoman said: "We are introducing a limit on a small number of key products, such as toilet roll and disinfectant.
"Our stock levels of these products are good but we want to ensure that they are available for everyone."
The limits for customers in Morrisons stores are:
Bar soap - maximum of three items
Hand sanitizers - maximum of three items
Hand wash - maximum of three items
Calpol - maximum of two items
World foods rice - maximum of three items
World foods flour - maximum of three items
World foods oil - maximum of three items
Toilet paper - maximum of three items
Bathroom cleaning - maximum of three items
Floor cleaning - maximum of three items
Glass and window cleaning - maximum of three items
Kitchen cleaning - maximum of three items
Multi-purpose cleaning - maximum of three items
Bleach - maximum of three items
Disinfectant - maximum of three items
Toilet care bleach and disinfectant - maximum of three items
Kitchen roll - maximum of three items
What about the other supermarket chains?
At the time of writing, other chains such as Asda, Aldi, Lidl, Sainsbury's, Co-op, Waitrose and M&S do not have any product limits in place for shoppers.
What have the British Retail Consortium said?
Andrew Opie, Director of Food and Sustainability at the British Retail Consortium, said: “Retailers have done an excellent job in ensuring customers have access to food and necessities throughout this pandemic.
"Since March, retail businesses have strengthened their supply chains as well as investing hundreds of millions to make stores safe and secure for customers; this includes perspex screens, social distancing measures and additional hygiene measures.
"As such, retail remains a safe space for consumers, even under future lockdowns.
“Supply chains are stronger than ever before and we do not anticipate any issues in the availability of food or other goods under a future lockdown.
"Nonetheless, we urge consumers to be considerate of others and shop as they normally would.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Homes in Upper Weston Lane, Southampton, without power for several hours

HOMES in a Southampton street were left in darkness after a lorry hit overhead power cables that were stretched over the road .
The huge lorry was travelling along Upper Weston Lane when it hit the cables , ripping them away from some of the houses yesterday .
A car parked on one of the forecourts is believed to have been damaged by falling debris .
Residents said the lorry failed to stop , possibly because the driver was unaware of what had happened .
The road , which links Portsmouth Road and Newtown Road , was closed at both @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from live cables lying on the ground .
An inner cordon was set up halfway along the street , with tape stretched across the road either side of the spot where most of the damage occurred .
Engineers repaired the damage and began the task of restoring supplies .
Homes were still without power as darkness fell but most of the properties were back on shortly after 7.30pm .
One of the people affected said : `` I heard a loud noise about 2.30pm-3pm .
A lorry hit some of the cables and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Asked for his reaction to being left without power for several hours he said : `` These things happen , but the children complained about not having wi-fi . ''
A neighbour added : `` The lorry did n't stop - the driver might not have known what he 'd done . ''
The road has now reopened .

The huge lorry was travelling along Upper Weston Lane when it hit the cables, ripping them away from some of the houses yesterday.
A car parked on one of the forecourts is believed to have been damaged by falling debris.
Residents said the lorry failed to stop, possibly because the driver was unaware of what had happened.
The road, which links Portsmouth Road and Newtown Road, was closed at both ends to keep cars and pedestrians away from live cables lying on the ground.
An inner cordon was set up halfway along the street, with tape stretched across the road either side of the spot where most of the damage occurred.
Engineers repaired the damage and began the task of restoring supplies. Homes were still without power as darkness fell but most of the properties were back on shortly after 7.30pm.
One of the people affected said: "I heard a loud noise about 2.30pm-3pm. A lorry hit some of the cables and ripped them away from the houses."
Asked for his reaction to being left without power for several hours he said: "These things happen, but the children complained about not having wi-fi."
A neighbour added: "The lorry didn't stop - the driver might not have known what he'd done."
The road has now reopened.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Southampton driver avoids ban because of impact on her family

A DRIVER has avoided a ban because of the impact on family members .
Hayley Marie Agnew , 30 , @ @ @ @ @ , Southampton , was clocked driving a 61-reg Vauxhall eastbound on the M27 between junctions @ @ @ @ @ 6 .
Magistrates in Basingstoke were told her average speed was 65mph in a 50-zone @ @ @ @ @ working on the Smart Motorway scheme .
The conviction put Agnew over the threshold for @ @ @ @ @ her the disqualification because of the impact on her grandmother and children .
No further @ @ @ @ @ was fined £66 with a £32 victim surcharge , £85 costs and three penalty points @ @ @ @ @ charge of failing to tell police the identity of the driver believed to have committed @ @ @ @ @

Hayley Marie Agnew, 30, of Alder Road, Coxford, Southampton, was clocked driving a 61-reg Vauxhall eastbound on the M27 between junctions 4-5 near Eastleigh on March 6.
Magistrates in Basingstoke were told her average speed was 65mph in a 50-zone, imposed to allow safe working on the Smart Motorway scheme.
The conviction put Agnew over the threshold for a ban but magistrates spared her the disqualification because of the impact on her grandmother and children. No further details were given.
She was fined £66 with a £32 victim surcharge, £85 costs and three penalty points on her licence.
A charge of failing to tell police the identity of the driver believed to have committed an offence was withdrawn.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Southampton woman who saved more than 1,000 cats dies aged 87

SHE was the remarkable lady with a passion for helping vulnerable animals .
Barbara Dollery was a `` respected figure in the cat rescue world '' , dedicating more than 25 years of her life to helping them .
At age 87 , on September 13 , Barbara passed away .
Barbara 's Cat Rescue in Regents Park , Southampton , has seen a record number of needy moggies flying through its doors .
Barbara started rescuing cats more than 30 years ago , taking time to care them back to health at her home and travelling the county to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ new homes .
• Rescued cats on the hunt for loving new homes Barbara has been involved in cat rescue since the mid 1980 's when she worked with the Cat 's Protection League .
In 1993 Barbara joined forces with Helen Farrar in cat and kitten rescue and in 1995 Barbara had purpose built cat pens installed .
Then in 1997 , she decided to branch out on her own with Barbara 's Cat Rescue .
On one occasion , Barbara rescued a mystery moggy off the streets in Winchester , who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ way from Spain .
• Cat from Spain named Jose Mourinho at rescue centre after being found on streets of Winchester In 2013 , the small black kitten was taken in by Barbara when he was found wondering the streets .
But to her surprise , the kitten 's microchip revealed that he was in fact 800 miles away from his home in Spain .
Barbara made it her mission to reunite the young Spanish stray she dubbed Jose Mourinho with his family .
The then eight-month-old cat was found roaming Winchester by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brought him straight to Barbara .
She immediately went to get his microchip read , which revealed that he was registered to a family in Spain .
Rescuing cats was a passion of Barbara and at time the rescue stretched her financial and emotional limits .
During an interview in 2008 , she said to a Daily Echo reporter : `` Many people say to me that they could never do what I do but I get great satisfaction seeing all the cats and kittens settling in their new homes .
`` That @ @ @ @ @ @ @ love all animals and want to help as many as I can . ''

Barbara Dollery was a "respected figure in the cat rescue world", dedicating more than 25 years of her life to helping them.
At age 87, on September 13, Barbara passed away.
Barbara's Cat Rescue in Regents Park, Southampton, has seen a record number of needy moggies flying through its doors.
Barbara started rescuing cats more than 30 years ago, taking time to care them back to health at her home and travelling the county to catch homeless cats before finding them loving new homes.
Barbara has been involved in cat rescue since the mid 1980's when she worked with the Cat's Protection League.
In 1993 Barbara joined forces with Helen Farrar in cat and kitten rescue and in 1995 Barbara had purpose built cat pens installed.
Then in 1997, she decided to branch out on her own with Barbara's Cat Rescue.
On one occasion, Barbara rescued a mystery moggy off the streets in Winchester, who turned out to have travelled all the way from Spain.
In 2013, the small black kitten was taken in by Barbara when he was found wondering the streets.
But to her surprise, the kitten's microchip revealed that he was in fact 800 miles away from his home in Spain.
Barbara made it her mission to reunite the young Spanish stray she dubbed Jose Mourinho with his family.
The then eight-month-old cat was found roaming Winchester by a member of the public, who brought him straight to Barbara.
She immediately went to get his microchip read, which revealed that he was registered to a family in Spain.
Rescuing cats was a passion of Barbara and at time the rescue stretched her financial and emotional limits.
During an interview in 2008, she said to a Daily Echo reporter: "Many people say to me that they could never do what I do but I get great satisfaction seeing all the cats and kittens settling in their new homes.
"That is what keeps me going. I love all animals and want to help as many as I can."


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Aldi and Lidl middle aisles - what's available from Sunday, September 27?

The latest items hitting the shelves in the middle of Aldi and Lidl on Sunday , September 27 , 2020 @ @ @ @ @ retailers .
We 've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each @ @ @ @ @ Aldi are holding a cycling event as part of their Special Buys set of deals @ @ @ @ @ Kit for £24.99 each .
The set includes wrenches , screwdrivers , tire levers , @ @ @ @ @ Kit and easy-to-follow Instructions .
Elsewhere , a Bikemate Grey Indoor Bike Trainer will be @ @ @ @ @ .
The trainer contains eight magnetic levels to test fitness abilities .
Also , Bikemate @ @ @ @ @ be available for £12.99 each .
The full list of products can be found on @ @ @ @ @ of Lidl this week , the supermarket chain have a range of cleaning essentials and @ @ @ @ @ include items such as : In addition , a Silvercrest 2-in-1 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner will @ @ @ @ @ each .

We've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket.
Aldi
This week, Aldi are holding a cycling event as part of their Special Buys set of deals.
These include:
A Bikemate Bicycle Tool Kit for £24.99 each. The set includes wrenches, screwdrivers, tire levers, a multitool, a patch Kit and easy-to-follow Instructions.
Elsewhere, a Bikemate Grey Indoor Bike Trainer will be on sale at £44.99 each. The trainer contains eight magnetic levels to test fitness abilities.
Also, Bikemate Grey 2-In-1 Bike Bag will be available for £12.99 each.
The full list of products can be found on Aldi.co.uk.
Lidl
In the middle of Lidl this week, the supermarket chain have a range of cleaning essentials and personal care products.
These include items such as:
A Parkside Carpet Cleaner for £69.99 each.
In addition, a Silvercrest 2-in-1 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner will be on sale for £49.99 each.
Finally, a Silvercrest Vibrating Cordless Window Cleaner will cost £19.99 each.
For more details, visit Lidl.co.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Tributes begin to pour in for Test Valley councillor Alison Finlay

TRIBUTES have started to flood in following the death of a Test Valley councillor who served since 2007 .
Cllr Alison Finlay , who represented Chilworth , Nursling and Rownhams on Test Valley Borough Council ( TVBC ) , passed away this week .
Cllr Finlay first became a borough councillor in May 2007 , was the vice-chairman for TVBC 's Southern Area Planning Committee and a member of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee .
Now , fellow councillors and an MP have paid tribute to the woman who `` will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the same ward as Cllr Finlay , said : `` It was a great shock for me to hear that Alison had passed away at home .
`` Alison was a retired IT consultant , a member of the residents association and parish council in Chilworth , which she was the chairman of for many years .
`` During all the years living in Chilworth , Alison was a staunch defender of the village and campaigned to retain its character , as well as representing its residents regarding many matters that were of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would fight to ensure the areas she represented received the best resources to enable residents to benefit from a very pleasant environment and community . ''
He added : `` I knew Alison before she and I became borough councillors and realised she was someone who had very similar views [ to myself ] .
`` She would often say that , along with our late colleague Nigel Anderdon , we always worked well as a team and achieved a great deal for the residents we represented .
`` I wish to send @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be greatly missed by myself and everyone who knew her . ''
Cllr Roy Perry , who represents Romsey Rural on Hampshire County Council , said he was `` shocked and saddened '' to learn of her `` sudden death '' after her husband passed away `` only a few weeks ago '' .
He said : `` She was such a formidable councillor who worked so hard for her home parish of Chilworth and for the Chilworth , Nursling and Rownhams ward on Test Valley Council .
`` I have known @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I was elected to Hampshire County Council in 2005 .
In all that time Alison was tireless in working for her parish and ward .
`` It was only a few weeks ago that her husband died , so this is a very sad time for the family and I send my sincere condolences to her daughters . ''
He added : `` Alison was a great environmental campaigner and I know her particular ambition was for cycle paths .
`` She especially wanted a cycle path between North Baddesley and Chilworth and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that achieved ; it would be a great memorial to Alison . ''
MP for Romsey and Southampton North , Caroline Nokes , said : `` Alison was a dear and much-loved colleague who served residents so diligently .
`` She was such a hard-working and respected councillor for Chilworth , Nursling and Rownhams and will be greatly missed .
`` Alison was a real driver of change and her green fair in Chilworth last year was a great success .
She was always brimming with new initiatives and ideas and so committed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' She added : `` Of course my sympathies go to her family at this very difficult time for them . ''

Cllr Alison Finlay, who represented Chilworth, Nursling and Rownhams on Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC), passed away this week.
Cllr Finlay first became a borough councillor in May 2007, was the vice-chairman for TVBC's Southern Area Planning Committee and a member of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee.
Now, fellow councillors and an MP have paid tribute to the woman who "will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her".
Cllr Phil Bundy, who represents the same ward as Cllr Finlay, said: "It was a great shock for me to hear that Alison had passed away at home.
"Alison was a retired IT consultant, a member of the residents association and parish council in Chilworth, which she was the chairman of for many years.
"During all the years living in Chilworth, Alison was a staunch defender of the village and campaigned to retain its character, as well as representing its residents regarding many matters that were of great concern to them.
"She would fight to ensure the areas she represented received the best resources to enable residents to benefit from a very pleasant environment and community."
He added: "I knew Alison before she and I became borough councillors and realised she was someone who had very similar views [to myself].
"She would often say that, along with our late colleague Nigel Anderdon, we always worked well as a team and achieved a great deal for the residents we represented.
"I wish to send my condolences to her daughters. Alison will be greatly missed by myself and everyone who knew her."
Cllr Roy Perry, who represents Romsey Rural on Hampshire County Council, said he was "shocked and saddened" to learn of her "sudden death" after her husband passed away "only a few weeks ago".
He said: "She was such a formidable councillor who worked so hard for her home parish of Chilworth and for the Chilworth, Nursling and Rownhams ward on Test Valley Council.
"I have known Alison for many years from well before I was elected to Hampshire County Council in 2005. In all that time Alison was tireless in working for her parish and ward.
"It was only a few weeks ago that her husband died, so this is a very sad time for the family and I send my sincere condolences to her daughters."
He added: "Alison was a great environmental campaigner and I know her particular ambition was for cycle paths.
"She especially wanted a cycle path between North Baddesley and Chilworth and I hope one day we shall see that achieved; it would be a great memorial to Alison."
MP for Romsey and Southampton North, Caroline Nokes, said: "Alison was a dear and much-loved colleague who served residents so diligently.
"She was such a hard-working and respected councillor for Chilworth, Nursling and Rownhams and will be greatly missed.
"Alison was a real driver of change and her green fair in Chilworth last year was a great success. She was always brimming with new initiatives and ideas and so committed to her home village of Chilworth."
She added: "Of course my sympathies go to her family at this very difficult time for them."


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--New row over plan to bulldoze row of historic buildings in Brockenhurst

THEY were preparing to voice their opposition to controversial plans to bulldoze a row of historic buildings in a Hampshire village .
Objectors were hoping to persuade members of the New Forest National Park Authority ( NPA ) to reject proposals to demolish a `` rare example '' of early 20th century shops .
But they were literally silenced - by last-minute technical problems that prevented them from taking part in an online meeting of the planning committee .
Now formal complaints have been made to the authority following its decision to approve the application .
A statement issued by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` Technical issues with the NPA ’ s Microsoft Teams system prevented all parties from exercising their democratic right by speaking at the committee .
Instead they had to quickly submit a written statement which was read out during the meeting . ''
• Anger over plans to bulldoze row of century-old shops The statement also accused NPA members of `` pushing aside '' objections raised by Brockenhurst Parish Council and not undertaking `` due diligence '' .
NPA planning chief Steve Avery apologised and said he was willing to appear @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they had over online meetings .
He said : `` We go to great lengths to make sure people can join our virtual meetings , setting up trial meetings in advance of the Planning Committee meeting itself to test connections and to allow speakers to familiarise themselves with the Teams system .
`` In this case , not all the invitations we sent out inviting participants to partake in the trial meetings were taken up .
`` We also ask speakers to let us have their comments in writing before the Planning Committee @ @ @ @ @ @ @ problems and we can then read these out at the meeting , which we did in this case .
`` We are sorry that the Parish Council were not able to speak at the meeting and since the decision was taken a couple of residents have lodged formal complaints with the Authority and these are now being dealt with under our complaints procedure .
`` Ultimately if the complainants remain unhappy , they can then refer their case to the Local Government Ombudsman ( LGO ) .
`` We are fully aware that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ especially as there are connection issues in the Forest but they remain our only option for the time being .
We have now held six virtual Planning Committee meetings to date and these have generally gone well and allow the planning service to continue to operate in the National Park .
`` I would be very happy to attend a future Parish Council meeting to discuss any of these concerns . ''
The application to redevelop the site sparked more than 20 letters of objection .
According to the Brockenhurst Conservation Area Character @ @ @ @ @ @ @ example of small shops built in the early part of the last century and should be preserved .
A report to NPA members said the shops ' `` quirky design '' contributed to the character of the village but stressed that their condition had deteriorated over a long period of time .
It added : `` The proposed building would , subject to appropriate landscaping , not have a harmful impact on the character and appearance of the conservation area . ''

Objectors were hoping to persuade members of the New Forest National Park Authority (NPA) to reject proposals to demolish a "rare example" of early 20th century shops.
But they were literally silenced - by last-minute technical problems that prevented them from taking part in an online meeting of the planning committee.
Now formal complaints have been made to the authority following its decision to approve the application.
A statement issued by some of the objectors after the meeting said: "Technical issues with the NPA’s Microsoft Teams system prevented all parties from exercising their democratic right by speaking at the committee. Instead they had to quickly submit a written statement which was read out during the meeting."
The statement also accused NPA members of "pushing aside" objections raised by Brockenhurst Parish Council and not undertaking "due diligence".
NPA planning chief Steve Avery apologised and said he was willing to appear before parish councillors to discuss the concerns they had over online meetings.
He said: "We go to great lengths to make sure people can join our virtual meetings, setting up trial meetings in advance of the Planning Committee meeting itself to test connections and to allow speakers to familiarise themselves with the Teams system.
"In this case, not all the invitations we sent out inviting participants to partake in the trial meetings were taken up.
"We also ask speakers to let us have their comments in writing before the Planning Committee meeting in case they experience any connection problems and we can then read these out at the meeting, which we did in this case.
"We are sorry that the Parish Council were not able to speak at the meeting and since the decision was taken a couple of residents have lodged formal complaints with the Authority and these are now being dealt with under our complaints procedure.
"Ultimately if the complainants remain unhappy, they can then refer their case to the Local Government Ombudsman (LGO).
"We are fully aware that virtual meetings aren’t ideal, especially as there are connection issues in the Forest but they remain our only option for the time being. We have now held six virtual Planning Committee meetings to date and these have generally gone well and allow the planning service to continue to operate in the National Park.
"I would be very happy to attend a future Parish Council meeting to discuss any of these concerns."
The application to redevelop the site sparked more than 20 letters of objection.
According to the Brockenhurst Conservation Area Character Appraisal the buildings are a rare surviving example of small shops built in the early part of the last century and should be preserved.
A report to NPA members said the shops' "quirky design" contributed to the character of the village but stressed that their condition had deteriorated over a long period of time.
It added: "The proposed building would, subject to appropriate landscaping, not have a harmful impact on the character and appearance of the conservation area."