thedailyecho--2020-09-25--McDonald's and Burger King confirm if drive-thru's will stay open after 10pm coronavirus curfew

Fast-food chains McDonald 's and Burger King have confirmed whether their drive-thru 's will remain open beyond 10pm coronavirus curfew .
The announcement follows the introduction of new coronavirus restrictions across the country , which require venues such as pubs , bars and restaurants to close at 10pm from Thursday , September 24 .
While McDonald 's and Burger King will stop diners from eating in their branches after 10pm , they have updated customers on whether they will be able to use the drive-thru after this time .
Will McDonald 's and Burger King drive-thru 's stay open beyond @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to grab a late-night bite will be pleased to know that McDonald 's and Burger King will keep their drive-thru branches open after 10pm .
A spokesperson for Burger King said : `` All Burger King UK locations currently close their dine in doors at 10pm and so already adhere to the new government curfew put in place .
Selected restaurants operating Drive Thru and delivery via Deliveroo , Uber Eats and Just East will continue to operate these services after 10pm , in line with guidance issued by the government . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Between 5am and 10pm , customers can still visit us for takeaway , dine-in , Drive-thru and order McDelivery through Uber Eats and Just Eat at participating locations .
`` Dine-in customers will continue to be served by Table Service , with numbers inside the restaurant carefully managed to ensure we maintain social distancing .
`` Posters displayed at every restaurant will enable you to register your visit and check-in via the NHS Test and Trace App .
`` Face Coverings will continue to be required for our employees and our customers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ area .
`` After 10pm , our Drive-thru lanes will remain open and McDelivery will continue to be available via Uber Eats and Just Eat at participating locations .
`` The safety measures in place in our kitchens and service areas means we can continue to safely provide that overnight service in 800 Drive-thrus .
With thanks to our delivery partners Uber Eats and Just Eat , more than 800 restaurants will also be offering McDelivery past 10pm also . ''
However , McDonald 's added there will be some local execptions , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` We will be guided by local and national government regulations and will ensure the My McDonald ’ s app , our website and delivery partner apps are kept up to date with the latest available services and opening hours in your area , '' the spokesperson added .
What items are available on McDonald 's limited menu ?
According to the McDonald 's UK website , the limited menu includes : • The BBQ and Bacon Chicken One - Crispy What else have McDonald 's said ?
In an update to customers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of McDonald ’ s UK & Ireland , said : `` We know the new measures introduced by us or the health authorities take some adjusting to , I am very grateful to support and patience you have shown as we ’ ve implemented these changes .
`` From screens in service areas , dining rooms , and the kitchen , to face coverings , visors and hand sanitising , you have helped us adapt to new ways of working , with smaller teams serving a reduced menu and I thank you for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ processes .
`` We are all getting more familiar with technology helping us to navigate this new normal .
`` The My McDonald ’ s App is no exception , providing contact-free ordering for dine-in , Drive Thru and takeaway , keeping you up to date with the latest opening hours , menu additions and offers .
`` We will continue to offer all new users a free McCafe coffee as you adjust to ordering your McDonald ’ s favourites from your phone .
For those customers choosing to dine-in , you can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tills , and contact-free from your table using the App .
`` This is not how I expected us to be entering the autumn and winter in our restaurants but your support has meant we ’ ve been able to protect jobs and to continue serving the communities in which we operate .
`` It is incumbent upon all of us to take the necessary steps to protect one another at the moment .
`` From supporting the most vulnerable through our partnership with FareShare and the End Child Poverty Now campaign , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ advice on staying safe ; we will continue to play our part in helping us navigate this continuing pandemic .
`` We really missed our customers and colleagues during our temporary closure , and we are pleased that our safety measures and procedures along with following government guidelines allow us to continue to serve you your McDonald ’ s favourites . ''

The announcement follows the introduction of new coronavirus restrictions across the country, which require venues such as pubs, bars and restaurants to close at 10pm from Thursday, September 24.
While McDonald's and Burger King will stop diners from eating in their branches after 10pm, they have updated customers on whether they will be able to use the drive-thru after this time.
Will McDonald's and Burger King drive-thru's stay open beyond 10pm across the UK?
Those looking to grab a late-night bite will be pleased to know that McDonald's and Burger King will keep their drive-thru branches open after 10pm.
A spokesperson for Burger King said: "All Burger King UK locations currently close their dine in doors at 10pm and so already adhere to the new government curfew put in place. Selected restaurants operating Drive Thru and delivery via Deliveroo, Uber Eats and Just East will continue to operate these services after 10pm, in line with guidance issued by the government."
A McDonald's spokesperson told us: "Between 5am and 10pm, customers can still visit us for takeaway, dine-in, Drive-thru and order McDelivery through Uber Eats and Just Eat at participating locations.
"Dine-in customers will continue to be served by Table Service, with numbers inside the restaurant carefully managed to ensure we maintain social distancing.
"Posters displayed at every restaurant will enable you to register your visit and check-in via the NHS Test and Trace App.
"Face Coverings will continue to be required for our employees and our customers, except while seated in the dining area.
"After 10pm, our Drive-thru lanes will remain open and McDelivery will continue to be available via Uber Eats and Just Eat at participating locations.
"The safety measures in place in our kitchens and service areas means we can continue to safely provide that overnight service in 800 Drive-thrus. With thanks to our delivery partners Uber Eats and Just Eat, more than 800 restaurants will also be offering McDelivery past 10pm also."
However, McDonald's added there will be some local execptions, including additional restrictions in some areas.
"We will be guided by local and national government regulations and will ensure the My McDonald’s app, our website and delivery partner apps are kept up to date with the latest available services and opening hours in your area," the spokesperson added.
What items are available on McDonald's limited menu?
According to the McDonald's UK website, the limited menu includes:
Triple Cheeseburger
Muffin with Jam
Cadbury Dairy Milk Chocolate McFlurry
Cadbury Dairy Milk Caramel McFlurry
Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese
Apple Pie
Millionaire's Donut
Chicken Legend with BBQ Sauce
Chicken Legend with Hot & Spicy Mayo
Chicken Legend with Cool Mayo
Carrot Bag
Toffee Latte
The BBQ and Bacon Chicken One - Crispy
The Sweet Chilli Chicken One – Crispy
Side Salad
Mayo Chicken
Bacon Mayo Chicken
Bacon Double Cheeseburger
Big Mac
Quarter Pounder with Cheese
McChicken Sandwich
Vegetable Deluxe
Hamburger
Cheeseburger
Double Cheeseburger
Chicken McNuggets
Chicken Selects
20 Chicken McNuggets ShareBox
Filet-o-Fish
McDonald's Fries
Mozzarella Dippers
Apple & Grape Fruit Bag
Maltesers McFlurry
Smarties McFlurry
Oreo McFlurry
Buxton Mineral Water (Still)
Buxton Mineral Water (Still) - 250ml
Chocolate Milkshake
Strawberry Milkshake
Banana Milkshake
Vanilla Milkshake
Coca-Cola Classic
Diet Coke
Sprite Zero
Fanta Orange
Oasis
Coca-Cola Zero Sugar
Tropicana Orange Juice
Robinsons Fruit Shoot
Organic Milk
Flat White
Tea Regular
Espresso
Hot Chocolate
Latte
Cappuccino
Black Coffee
White Coffee
The limited breakfast menu includes:
Muffin with Jam
Bacon Roll
Hash Brown
Double Sausage & Egg McMuffin
Sausage & Egg McMuffin
Bacon & Egg McMuffin
Double Bacon & Egg McMuffin
Egg & Cheese McMuffin
Cheesy Bacon Flatbread
Pancakes & Syrup
Pancakes & Sausage with Syrup
What else have McDonald's said?
In an update to customers, Paul Pomroy, chief executive officer of McDonald’s UK & Ireland, said: "We know the new measures introduced by us or the health authorities take some adjusting to, I am very grateful to support and patience you have shown as we’ve implemented these changes.
"From screens in service areas, dining rooms, and the kitchen, to face coverings, visors and hand sanitising, you have helped us adapt to new ways of working, with smaller teams serving a reduced menu and I thank you for your ongoing support and adherence to these processes.
"We are all getting more familiar with technology helping us to navigate this new normal.
"The My McDonald’s App is no exception, providing contact-free ordering for dine-in, Drive Thru and takeaway, keeping you up to date with the latest opening hours, menu additions and offers.
"We will continue to offer all new users a free McCafe coffee as you adjust to ordering your McDonald’s favourites from your phone. For those customers choosing to dine-in, you can still order from the self-order kiosks or tills, and contact-free from your table using the App.
"This is not how I expected us to be entering the autumn and winter in our restaurants but your support has meant we’ve been able to protect jobs and to continue serving the communities in which we operate.
"It is incumbent upon all of us to take the necessary steps to protect one another at the moment.
"From supporting the most vulnerable through our partnership with FareShare and the End Child Poverty Now campaign, to simply following the health authorities’ advice on staying safe; we will continue to play our part in helping us navigate this continuing pandemic.
"We really missed our customers and colleagues during our temporary closure, and we are pleased that our safety measures and procedures along with following government guidelines allow us to continue to serve you your McDonald’s favourites."


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--WATCH: Fire breaks out at Southampton care home

Firefighters rushed to battle a blaze at a Southampton care home this morning .
Smoke billowed from an upstairs window @ @ @ @ @ Court shortly before 8am today .
Emergency services raced to Graylings Court - a supported @ @ @ @ @ Park Road .
Fire breaks out at care home in Beechfield Court , Southampton Three @ @ @ @ @ scene with paramedics and police on standby .
The area was taped off until around @ @ @ @ @ under control .
Fire breaks out at care home in Beechfield Court , Southampton The @ @ @ @ @ currently unknown .
The Daily Echo has contacted Hampshire and Rescue Service for comment .

Smoke billowed from an upstairs window at a home in Beechfield Court shortly before 8am today.
Emergency services raced to Graylings Court - a supported living complex just off Regents Park Road.
Fire breaks out at care home in Beechfield Court, Southampton
Three fire engines were on the scene with paramedics and police on standby.
The area was taped off until around 9am with the fire now under control.
Fire breaks out at care home in Beechfield Court, Southampton
The cause of the fire is currently unknown.
A police spokesperson said: "We were called at 7.58am this morning to a report of a fire at Beechfield Court. Officers attended. It is not being treated as suspicious."
The Daily Echo has contacted Hampshire and Rescue Service for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--MISSING: Hampshire man not seen in one year

A HAMPSHIRE man who disappeared a year ago is still missing .
Dean Cassell was last seen on Thursday , September 26 last year .
The 52-year-old from Portsmouth was spotted at around 3.30pm in the Widley Court Drive area of Cosham .
He was reported missing three days later and has not been seen or heard from since .
Police previously released CCTV images of a man they believe to be Dean , from the evening of September 26 , 2019 .
They show him taking out money from the NatWest ATM in West Street , Havant .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Nutbourne railway station in West Sussex .
Police are reissuing the photos as part of a fresh plea to anyone who may have seen him recently , or over the last year .
Dean is described as white , 5ft 9ins tall and very slim .
He is bald and normally has no facial hair He was last seen wearing a dark puffer-style jacket , pale blue jeans , dark trainers , and a black backpack with thick straps .
A police spokesperson said : `` Please take a good look at all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Does it remind you of someone you have seen recently ?
`` He is known to visit Havant , Waterlooville , Fareham , Chichester and Brighton , so we are asking people with connections to these areas to spread this appeal . ''
Anyone who has seen Dean is urged to call 101 , quoting the reference number 44190347803 .

Dean Cassell was last seen on Thursday, September 26 last year.
The 52-year-old from Portsmouth was spotted at around 3.30pm in the Widley Court Drive area of Cosham.
He was reported missing three days later and has not been seen or heard from since.
Police previously released CCTV images of a man they believe to be Dean, from the evening of September 26, 2019.
They show him taking out money from the NatWest ATM in West Street, Havant.
He is later shown on the platform of Nutbourne railway station in West Sussex.
Police are reissuing the photos as part of a fresh plea to anyone who may have seen him recently, or over the last year.
Dean is described as white, 5ft 9ins tall and very slim.
He is bald and normally has no facial hair
He was last seen wearing a dark puffer-style jacket, pale blue jeans, dark trainers, and a black backpack with thick straps.
A police spokesperson said: "Please take a good look at all of the images we have released. Does it remind you of someone you have seen recently?
"He is known to visit Havant, Waterlooville, Fareham, Chichester and Brighton, so we are asking people with connections to these areas to spread this appeal."
Anyone who has seen Dean is urged to call 101, quoting the reference number 44190347803.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Two released after drive-by 'shooting' outside post office in Southampton

TWO people arrested following a `` shooting '' outside a Southampton post office have been released .
A 17-year-old boy @ @ @ @ @ man from Derby were arrested in connection with an alleged shooting in Shirley Avenue .
@ @ @ @ @ drive-by outside post office in Southampton A 57-year-old from Southampton was reported to have been @ @ @ @ @ Office on Wednesday morning .
The 25-year-old was arrested on suspicion of possessing an imitation @ @ @ @ @ , Section 18 GBH , having an imitation firearm with intent to use it and @ @ @ @ @ – cannabis .
Meanwhile , the 17-year-old was arrested on suspicion of Section 18 GBH @ @ @ @ @ firearm in a public place and the possession of cannabis .
• Two arrested after @ @ @ @ @ office in Southampton According to police , both men have since been released under investigation @ @ @ @ @ happened or has any information is urged to call 101 quoting 44200369216 .

A 17-year-old boy from Bournemouth and a 25-year-old man from Derby were arrested in connection with an alleged shooting in Shirley Avenue.
A 57-year-old from Southampton was reported to have been shot after leaving Shirley Post Office on Wednesday morning.
The 25-year-old was arrested on suspicion of possessing an imitation firearm in a public place, Section 18 GBH, having an imitation firearm with intent to use it and possession of Class B drugs – cannabis.
Meanwhile, the 17-year-old was arrested on suspicion of Section 18 GBH, possession of an imitation firearm in a public place and the possession of cannabis.
According to police, both men have since been released under investigation.
Anyone who witnessed what happened or has any information is urged to call 101 quoting 44200369216.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Boy, 14, released following 'serious sexual assault' in Southampton

A BOY has been released following a `` serious sexual assault '' in Southampton .
Police officers taped off a @ @ @ @ @ Coxford Road on Thursday .
A 14-year-old boy from Southampton who was arrested in connection @ @ @ @ @ since been released .
Police have declined to give any more details due to operational @ @ @ @ @ said to have happened in the Tanners Brook area of the city between 6.45pm and @ @ @ @ @ Boy , 14 , arrested following allegations of a serious sexual assault in Southampton Commenting @ @ @ @ @ spokesperson said : `` Officers are investigating an allegation of a serious sexual assault that @ @ @ @ @ place in the Tanners Brook area of Southampton just before 9pm yesterday , ( 24 @ @ @ @ @ 14-year-old boy from Southampton has been arrested in connection with this incident .
`` Officers @ @ @ @ @ conducting further enquiries . ''

Police officers taped off a wooded area just off of Coxford Road on Thursday.
A 14-year-old boy from Southampton who was arrested in connection with the alleged attack has since been released.
Police have declined to give any more details due to operational reasons.
The incident is said to have happened in the Tanners Brook area of the city between 6.45pm and 8pm on Thursday.
Commenting at the time a police spokesperson said: "Officers are investigating an allegation of a serious sexual assault that was reported to have taken place in the Tanners Brook area of Southampton just before 9pm yesterday, (24 Sept).
"A 14-year-old boy from Southampton has been arrested in connection with this incident.
"Officers are in the area today conducting further enquiries."


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Southampton city centre deserted at night as new pub laws come into place

PHOTOS taken in Southampton show the city deserted as the Government told pubs they must shut at 10pm .
The @ @ @ @ @ which was introduced on Thursday , has been criticised after swathes of people were filmed @ @ @ @ @ time in London .
It was announced last week that drinking establishments would have to @ @ @ @ @ as part of new coronavirus restrictions .
London resident Kirsty Lewis , 24 , said @ @ @ @ @ a lot of people were discussing going back to their houses or flats for more @ @ @ @ @ would have just usually stayed out in the bars or restaurants later .
“ Also @ @ @ @ @ it , the owner of the place I went to seemed very upset having to @ @ @ @ @ obviously limited his income . ''
But pictures from the centre of Southampton on Wednesday @ @ @ @ @ and Bedford Place , show deserted streets shortly after 10pm .

The Government's 10pm curfew, which was introduced on Thursday, has been criticised after swathes of people were filmed heading home at the same time in London.
It was announced last week that drinking establishments would have to shut their doors at 10pm as part of new coronavirus restrictions.
London resident Kirsty Lewis, 24, said: “I know that a lot of people were discussing going back to their houses or flats for more drinks instead, where they would have just usually stayed out in the bars or restaurants later.
“Also from the restaurant side of it, the owner of the place I went to seemed very upset having to turf people out… will have obviously limited his income."
But pictures from the centre of Southampton on Wednesday night, including Carlton Place and Bedford Place, show deserted streets shortly after 10pm.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Audi seized from "uninsured driver" in Southampton

AN AUDI has been seized from an `` uninsured driver '' .
A silver Audi A8 has seized from a @ @ @ @ @ , Southampton this morning .
According to police , he now faces a long and @ @ @ @ @ police post on social media said : `` Audi A8 seized when it was found @ @ @ @ @ A ticket and a long , cold walk home for the rather blasé 22-year-old driver @ @

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thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Southern Water uniforms stolen in raid at Waterside

BURGLARS stole uniforms during a raid on a Southern Water premises in Waterside .
Now police have urged householders to @ @ @ @ @ case they are used by bogus callers .
Officers in Waterside and the New Forest @ @ @ @ @ A police statement said : `` We ask that if anyone from Southern Water comes @ @ @ @ @ request ID .
`` There is a potential for rogue traders and burglaries if company @ @ @ @ @ others . ''
The burglars also stole items of equipment .
Details of exactly where @ @ @ @ @ place have not been released .

Now police have urged householders to be on their guard in case they are used by bogus callers.
Officers in Waterside and the New Forest have issued the warning.
A police statement said: " We ask that if anyone from Southern Water comes to the door you respectfully request ID.
"There is a potential for rogue traders and burglaries if company uniforms are being used by others."
The burglars also stole items of equipment.
Details of exactly where and when the raid took place have not been released.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Southampton man found dead in his Millbrook home by friends

A SOUTHAMPTON man found dead in his home by friends had taken an overdose .
Daniel Jones was found collapsed in his home on Cuckmere Lane in Millbrook unresponsive on January 25 .
The 42-year-old was found by his friends and room mates with “ no signs of life ” .
An inquest into his death determined that Mr Jones died following a drugs overdose .
A fatal level of morphine was found in his blood as well as a fatal level of methadone - a powerful drug used for pain relief and treatment of drug addiction .
The pathologist @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , codeine , cocaine , amphetamine and THC traces in his blood .
Mr Jones was last seen alive by his flat mates , who told police they saw him cooking heroin in the kitchen .
A few moments later they found Mr Jones unresponsive on the floor .
They moved Mr Jones into a more comfortable position on the sofa in the front room of the flat .
They told police that they would often have to do this when Mr Jones lost consciousness due to the drugs he was taking .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ heard snoring when they left the address to go and get McDonald ’ s .
Upon returning home , they found Mr Jones collapsed with “ no signs of life ” .
Police were told that Mr Jones took heroin and Valium daily , and the post-mortem examination revealed bruising on his body associated with drug abuse .
The coroner ruled that Mr Jones died due to a drugs overdose .
His next of kin have been informed .

Daniel Jones was found collapsed in his home on Cuckmere Lane in Millbrook unresponsive on January 25.
The 42-year-old was found by his friends and room mates with “no signs of life”.
An inquest into his death determined that Mr Jones died following a drugs overdose.
A fatal level of morphine was found in his blood as well as a fatal level of methadone - a powerful drug used for pain relief and treatment of drug addiction.
The pathologist who examined Mr Jones also found pregabalin, codeine, cocaine, amphetamine and THC traces in his blood.
Mr Jones was last seen alive by his flat mates, who told police they saw him cooking heroin in the kitchen.
A few moments later they found Mr Jones unresponsive on the floor.
They moved Mr Jones into a more comfortable position on the sofa in the front room of the flat.
They told police that they would often have to do this when Mr Jones lost consciousness due to the drugs he was taking.
The men noted that Mr Jones was heard snoring when they left the address to go and get McDonald’s.
Upon returning home, they found Mr Jones collapsed with “no signs of life”.
Police were told that Mr Jones took heroin and Valium daily, and the post-mortem examination revealed bruising on his body associated with drug abuse.
The coroner ruled that Mr Jones died due to a drugs overdose.
His next of kin have been informed.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--A27 in Hampshire to be shut this weekend for bridge works

MOTORISTS are being warned to `` plan-ahead '' as a major Hampshire road is to shut this weekend .
The @ @ @ @ @ is being closed so repairs can be carried out to a bridge over the railway @ @ @ @ @ THE ROAD IS CLOSED ?
The road , near Cosham and Portsmouth , will be @ @ @ @ @ Road roundabout and the Portsbridge roundabout from 9pm on Friday through to 6am on Monday @ @ @ @ @ Clearly signed diversions will be in place from the Eastern Road roundabout and junction 5 @ @ @ @ @ ) via the A2030 Havant Road and A3 Southampton Road to junction 12 .
Roads @ @ @ @ @ are expected , and drivers are advised to plan-ahead allowing extra time for their journeys @ @ @ @ @ possible .
The weekend closure will be followed by narrow lane running on the A27 @ @ @ @ @ the bridge with a 50mph speed restriction for up to 10 weeks .

The Westbound carriageway of the A27 is being 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 closed between the A2030 Eastern Road roundabout and the Portsbridge roundabout from 9pm on Friday 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--2020-09-26--Boy arrested following sexual assault in Coxford, Southampton

A BOY has been arrested following allegations of a serious sexual assault in Southampton .
A large police presence has been seen in a wooded area just off of Coxford Road in Coxford .
Hampshire Police has now confirmed that officers in the area are investigating allegations of a serious sexual assault , reported to have taken place in the Tanners Brook area of the city just between 6.45pm and 8pm on Thursday .
A 14-year-old boy from Southampton has been arrested in connection with the incident .
• Police cordon off area of woodland near Coxford Road in Southampton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 .
A local man , who has asked not to be named , told our reporter at the scene this morning : `` [ 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 . ''
Another resident @ @ @ @ @ @ @ locally '' , there are `` never normally this many police '' .
He added that the scene was `` surprising '' .
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said : `` Officers are investigating an allegation of a serious sexual assault that was reported to have taken place in the Tanners Brook area of Southampton just before 9pm yesterday , ( 24 Sept ) .
`` A 14-year-old boy from Southampton has been arrested in connection with this incident .
`` Officers are in the area today conducting further enquiries . ''

A large police presence has been seen in a wooded area just off of Coxford Road in Coxford.
Hampshire Police has now confirmed that officers in the area are investigating allegations of a serious sexual assault, reported to have taken place in the Tanners Brook area of the city just between 6.45pm and 8pm on Thursday.
A 14-year-old boy from Southampton has been arrested in connection with the incident.
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.
A local man, who has asked not to be named, told our reporter at the scene this morning: "[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."
Another resident explained that although "crime often happens locally", there are "never normally this many police". He added that the scene was "surprising".
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said: "Officers are investigating an allegation of a serious sexual assault that was reported to have taken place in the Tanners Brook area of Southampton just before 9pm yesterday, (24 Sept).
"A 14-year-old boy from Southampton has been arrested in connection with this incident.
"Officers are in the area today conducting further enquiries."


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Drivers warned of two nights of work on M27 near Southampton

Motorists are being warned of two nights of works planned for a major Hampshire motorway Overnight vegetation clearance along the @ @ @ @ @ Highways England warn .
The work will be undertaken between junctions 4-11 , Rownhams to @ @ @ @ @ Motorways works are taking place .
The clearance work is due to start on Thursday @ @ @ @ @ month , between 9pm and 6am .
Work at each location is expected to only @ @ @ @ @ .

Overnight vegetation clearance along the M27 may cause disruption, Highways England warn.
The work will be undertaken between junctions 4-11, Rownhams to Fareham, where the Smart Motorways works are taking place.
The clearance work is due to start on Thursday October 1 and last all month, between 9pm and 6am.
Work at each location is expected to only take one or two nights.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Southampton City Council leader's warning over Covid-19 rules

SOUTHAMPTON City Council ’ s leader has warned residents that following the rules “ is not optional ” as coronavirus infection rates continued to rise across the UK .
In a letter to the Daily Echo , Chris Hammond says the council will not be complacent when it comes to keeping residents safe .
The most recent figures revealed that as of 9am on Friday , a further 6,874 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus had been confirmed in the UK , and in England , Wales and Northern Ireland , an additional 34 people had died .
This takes the total @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 41,936 .
In Southampton alone more than 160 people have died of coronavirus , and more stringent lockdown measures have been brought in nationall .
Cllr Hammond says that the council will not shy away from making unpopular decisions in order to protect peoples ’ health .
He said : “ As national infection rates rise again , we can not be complacent .
“ We will act quickly and decisively to keep you safe , in what will continue to be a rapidly evolving situation .
“ Sometimes these decisions are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we are committed to weighing up competing interests in each situation , considering the evidence and taking professional advice about implications for health , safety , jobs and economic survival .
“ He acknowledged that members of the public may have found Government messages confusing , but stressed that rules must be followed .
He said : “ We will always seek to serve the interest of the majority and not just the loudest or most powerful voices .
“ This crisis is too important , lives are at risk and we must @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as a whole “ I know there are frustrations about the government ’ s mixed messages and U-turns on key actions and that there are different ideas about how we move forward .
“ Whilst I understand and respect resident ’ s different views , I must stress that following the rules is not optional for anyone.
” Following the news of increased cases in the UK it was revealed that supermarket brand Tesco has reintroduced purchasing limits for popular products such as toilet rolls , pasta , and flour , to prevent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ products will be restricted to three items per customer , in a repeat of rationing seen at the start of the pandemic .
Flour , dried pasta , toilet roll , baby wipes and anti-bacterial wipes will have purchasing limits in stores , it said .
It has also introduced additional limits for some products online .

In a letter to the Daily Echo, Chris Hammond says the council will not be complacent when it comes to keeping residents safe.
The most recent figures revealed that as of 9am on Friday, a further 6,874 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus had been confirmed in the UK, and in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, an additional 34 people had died.
This takes the total number of coronavirus deaths in the UK to 41,936.
In Southampton alone more than 160 people have died of coronavirus, and more stringent lockdown measures have been brought in nationall.
Cllr Hammond says that the council will not shy away from making unpopular decisions in order to protect peoples’ health.
He said: “As national infection rates rise again, we cannot be complacent.
“We will act quickly and decisively to keep you safe, in what will continue to be a rapidly evolving situation.
“Sometimes these decisions are not going to be popular, but we are committed to weighing up competing interests in each situation, considering the evidence and taking professional advice about implications for health, safety, jobs and economic survival. “
He acknowledged that members of the public may have found Government messages confusing, but stressed that rules must be followed.
He said: “We will always seek to serve the interest of the majority and not just the loudest or most powerful voices.
“This crisis is too important, lives are at risk and we must act in the interests of the population as a whole
“I know there are frustrations about the government’s mixed messages and U-turns on key actions and that there are different ideas about how we move forward.
“Whilst I understand and respect resident’s different views, I must stress that following the rules is not optional for anyone.”
Following the news of increased cases in the UK it was revealed that supermarket brand Tesco has reintroduced purchasing limits for popular products such as toilet rolls, pasta, and flour, to prevent shelves going bare.
A number of products will be restricted to three items per customer, in a repeat of rationing seen at the start of the pandemic.
Flour, dried pasta, toilet roll, baby wipes and anti-bacterial wipes will have purchasing limits in stores, it said.
It has also introduced additional limits for some products online.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Coronavirus in Hampshire round-up - Friday September 25

SOUTHAMPTON has seen a sharp rise in its Covid-19 infection rate .
The rate has risen to 14.7 for every @ @ @ @ @ figure of 9.5 , with 37 new cases , according to new data from Public @ @ @ @ @ of Hampshire have also seen increases .
The infection rate at Eastleigh has doubled from @ @ @ @ @ four new cases .
In the New Forest the figure has gone from 7.8 to @ @ @ @ @ cases .
Fareham has gone from 6.9 to 14.6 , with eight in new cases @ @ @ @ @ its infection rate increase from 5.9 to 7.1 , with five new cases .
Winchester @ @ @ @ @ The city 's infection rate has dropped from 8.0 to 5.6 , with seven new @ @

The rate has risen to 14.7 for every 100,000 residents from the previous figure of 9.5, with 37 new cases, according to new data from Public Health England.
Other parts of Hampshire have also seen increases.
The infection rate at Eastleigh has doubled from 3.0 to 6.0, with four new cases.
In the New Forest the figure has gone from 7.8 to 11.7, with 14 new cases.
Fareham has gone from 6.9 to 14.6, with eight in new cases. Neighbouring Gosport has seen its infection rate increase from 5.9 to 7.1, with five new cases.
Winchester has seen a decrease. The city's infection rate has dropped from 8.0 to 5.6, with seven new cases.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--PICTURES: Southampton's most expensive hotels

Take a look inside the most expensive hotels rooms in Southampton and dare to dream of a night away there .
If you can spare atleast £200 for a one night stay in the city then maybe it ’ s time to book into one of these glamorous rooms .
Here are the most expensive hotels in Southampton on Booking.com .
The iconic Southampton Harbour Hotel and Spa is the only five star hotel in the city .
It is the ideal place for the rich and famous , with incredible waterfront views , spa and a fitness centre .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ cost of a week 's holiday in Spain on a one night getaway in Southampton then the Harbour Hotel is the place to go .
The lavish deluxe suite has a large double bed , fit for a king , as well as a separate lounge and dining area .
Just under a grand will get you a large east-facing balcony with ample seating if you fancy hosting a couple of friends .
The pièce de résistance is the unbeatable 180-degree panoramic view across the marina and Solent .
Located on the waterfront @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has a stunning glass atrium and impressive spa .
The luxury designer spa offers a range of therapies and treatments as well as a sauna , bath spa and indoor swimming pool to really relax like royalty after a busy day shopping .
The hotel is also home to The Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar and Grill , plus the The Hamtun Bar .
The hotel absolutely oozes splendour and wealth from the high quality linen bedding and complimentary role to the gigantic bed - have you ever seen a bed with that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pig in the Wall Boasting a city centre location The Pig in the Wall , is part of The Pig restaurant group , well known across the south coast for their high-quality fancy affair .
The hotel is tucked away in the city 's medieval walls and the rooms come with a larder full of treats and locally-sourced snacks , however even for £189 a night they are n't free .
The deluxe king room may set you back £189 but it does feature a novel roll top bath tub , which I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Characterful and quirky throughout , the bedroom has solid wooden floors and a four poster extra-large double bed .
Opposite the Red Funnel ferry terminal and just minutes from the city centre and cruise terminals , Ennios is an Italian restaurant with boutique bedrooms .
Described as offering luxurious comfort , Ennios is a converted warehouse facing the old waterfront and Southampton Water .
The cheapest hotel on our list , Ennios packs a real punch and has as much bang for its buck as the rest .
The rooms have the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ toiletries and a bathrobe so you can strut your stuff like a star .
All prices correct at the time of publishing for a one night stay on Saturday 14 November 2020 .
Would you pay this much to stay in one of these Southampton hotels ?
Let us know in the comments .

If you can spare atleast £200 for a one night stay in the city then maybe it’s time to book into one of these glamorous rooms.
Here are the most expensive hotels in Southampton on Booking.com.
Southampton Harbour Hotel and Spa
Deluxe suite
£986 - with breakfast
The iconic Southampton Harbour Hotel and Spa is the only five star hotel in the city.
It is the ideal place for the rich and famous, with incredible waterfront views, spa and a fitness centre.
If you're willing to splurge the cost of a week's holiday in Spain on a one night getaway in Southampton then the Harbour Hotel is the place to go.
The lavish deluxe suite has a large double bed, fit for a king, as well as a separate lounge and dining area.
Just under a grand will get you a large east-facing balcony with ample seating if you fancy hosting a couple of friends. The pièce de résistance is the unbeatable 180-degree panoramic view across the marina and Solent.
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Junior Suite
£241 - with breakfast
Located on the waterfront the Leonardo Royal Hotel Southampton Grand Harbour has a stunning glass atrium and impressive spa.
The luxury designer spa offers a range of therapies and treatments as well as a sauna, bath spa and indoor swimming pool to really relax like royalty after a busy day shopping.
The hotel is also home to The Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar and Grill, plus the The Hamtun Bar.
The hotel absolutely oozes splendour and wealth from the high quality linen bedding and complimentary role to the gigantic bed - have you ever seen a bed with that many pillows in a row?
The Pig in the Wall
Deluxe King Room
£189
Boasting a city centre location The Pig in the Wall, is part of The Pig restaurant group, well known across the south coast for their high-quality fancy affair.
The hotel is tucked away in the city's medieval walls and the rooms come with a larder full of treats and locally-sourced snacks, however even for £189 a night they aren't free.
The deluxe king room may set you back £189 but it does feature a novel roll top bath tub, which I personally think may be worth the money.
Characterful and quirky throughout, the bedroom has solid wooden floors and a four poster extra-large double bed.
Ennios
Superior Double Room
£150 - with breakfast
Opposite the Red Funnel ferry terminal and just minutes from the city centre and cruise terminals, Ennios is an Italian restaurant with boutique bedrooms.
Described as offering luxurious comfort, Ennios is a converted warehouse facing the old waterfront and Southampton Water.
The cheapest hotel on our list, Ennios packs a real punch and has as much bang for its buck as the rest.
The rooms have the Egyptian cotton linen and complimentary designer L'Occitane toiletries and a bathrobe so you can strut your stuff like a star.
All prices correct at the time of publishing for a one night stay on Saturday 14 November 2020.
Would you pay this much to stay in one of these Southampton hotels? Let us know in the comments.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Listed: Southampton's worst roads for cyclists

These are the most dangerous roads in Southampton for cycling .
An interactive map shows you where ‘ fatal ’ , ‘ serious ’ and ‘ slight ’ cycling accidents have happened in your area by using the latest police and government data .
Crash Map shows that 638 cycling accidents occurred in Southampton from 2015 to 2019 .
More than 20 per cent of people cycle in the city according to the latest government statistics and that number is only set to rise .
The Department of Transport measured cycling levels during the tightest period of lockdown , from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ showed that the activity had risen by 300 per cent .
A number of roads in the city are temporarily closed to cars as part of Southampton City Council 's Green Transport Recovery Plan - a move that , if all goes well , could become permanent .
Director of campaigns for the national cycling charity , Brake , Joshua Harris said : '' Two-thirds of adults feel that it is too dangerous to cycle on roads which is unsurprising given the threats cyclists face from fast moving motor traffic and with such @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
As a result of a major £4.1m investment , large areas of the city centre are becoming traffic-free zones in a bid to encourage safe , sustainable travel .
In the heavily-populated suburban area of Shirley there were 99 cycling accidents from 2014 to 2019 .
The high street , A3057 , has the highest number of crashes on a single road with the majority occurring at the south end of the street by Gurney Road .
However , the most dangerous road is Dale Road with six serious accidents occurring @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2015 and 2019 there were 50 cycling accidents in Sholing .
One of the accident blackspots in the area is along Portsmouth Road by Spring Road .
South East Road saw six accidents in the five year period , one of which was 'serious ' in 2016 .
Portswood Road had 21 crashes two of which were serious , junctions are major blackspots along this busy highstreet .
For more information or to see how many crashes occurred on your road , visit Crash Maps .

An interactive map shows you where ‘fatal’, ‘serious’ and ‘slight’ cycling accidents have happened in your area by using the latest police and government data.
Crash Map shows that 638 cycling accidents occurred in Southampton from 2015 to 2019.
More than 20 per cent of people cycle in the city according to the latest government statistics and that number is only set to rise.
The Department of Transport measured cycling levels during the tightest period of lockdown, from March 16 to June 1, which showed that the activity had risen by 300 per cent.
A number of roads in the city are temporarily closed to cars as part of Southampton City Council's Green Transport Recovery Plan - a move that, if all goes well, could become permanent.
Director of campaigns for the national cycling charity, Brake, Joshua Harris said:
"Two-thirds of adults feel that it is too dangerous to cycle on roads which is unsurprising given the threats cyclists face from fast moving motor traffic and with such limited space for cycling on our roads."
As a result of a major £4.1m investment, large areas of the city centre are becoming traffic-free zones in a bid to encourage safe, sustainable travel.
In the heavily-populated suburban area of Shirley there were 99 cycling accidents from 2014 to 2019.
The high street, A3057, has the highest number of crashes on a single road with the majority occurring at the south end of the street by Gurney Road.
However, the most dangerous road is Dale Road with six serious accidents occurring around the Dale Road Roundabout.
Between 2015 and 2019 there were 50 cycling accidents in Sholing.
One of the accident blackspots in the area is along Portsmouth Road by Spring Road.
South East Road saw six accidents in the five year period, one of which was 'serious' in 2016.
Portswood Road had 21 crashes two of which were serious, junctions are major blackspots along this busy highstreet.
For more information or to see how many crashes occurred on your road, visit Crash Maps.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Staff member at Dancing Man Brewery awaiting result of coronavirus test

ONE of Southampton 's top pubs has closed because a member of staff is awaiting the outcome of a coronavirus test .
The award-winning Dancing Man Brewery ( DMB ) at Town Quay announced on Thursday it had shut temporarily due to what it described as `` unforeseen circumstances '' .
Yesterday the pub confirmed that the closure was related to the Covid-19 pandemic .
In a statement business partners Aidan Lavin and Mandy Lacey said : `` We take the safety of our staff and customers very seriously at DMB .
`` During the current crisis , we have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and happy environment for everyone and we have received countless commendations on our procedures .
`` Unfortunately , there is no rule book for what happens next , so we have done what we feel is the right thing to do .
`` We took the huge step to close the business on Wednesday as a precautionary measure .
`` One of our wonderful team is also a health care professional and is being tested for the virus .
`` We are working with Public Health England and although they stated it was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , we decided it was the safest and morally correct decision to make .
`` We closed our doors immediately to limit any potential spread .
`` We await confirmation and should it be a positive result , we will then act as per the government guidelines .
`` Be assured we are doing everything in our power to reopen as soon as we can , but we want to make sure it is safe for you to return .
`` Whilst closed we are busy applying the latest legislation , deep cleaning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the new procedures , processes and guidance from Uncle Boris and getting ready for your return .
`` Thank you for all your messages of love and support .
We will be seeing you all very soon . ''

The award-winning Dancing Man Brewery (DMB) at Town Quay announced on Thursday it had shut temporarily due to what it described as "unforeseen circumstances".
Yesterday the pub confirmed that the closure was related to the Covid-19 pandemic.
In a statement business partners Aidan Lavin and Mandy Lacey said: "We take the safety of our staff and customers very seriously at DMB.
"During the current crisis, we have done everything necessary to provide a safe and happy environment for everyone and we have received countless commendations on our procedures.
"Unfortunately, there is no rule book for what happens next, so we have done what we feel is the right thing to do.
"We took the huge step to close the business on Wednesday as a precautionary measure.
"One of our wonderful team is also a health care professional and is being tested for the virus.
"We are working with Public Health England and although they stated it was not deemed necessary for us to close, we decided it was the safest and morally correct decision to make.
"We closed our doors immediately to limit any potential spread.
"We await confirmation and should it be a positive result, we will then act as per the government guidelines.
"Be assured we are doing everything in our power to reopen as soon as we can, but we want to make sure it is safe for you to return.
"Whilst closed we are busy applying the latest legislation, deep cleaning our beautiful building, updating our team of the new procedures, processes and guidance from Uncle Boris and getting ready for your return.
"Thank you for all your messages of love and support. We will be seeing you all very soon."


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Pictures: Carnival capers in Brockenhurst in the 2000s - did we snap your pic?

WITH what would usually be carnival season behind us , the Daily Echo takes a look back at a vibrant procession from the past .
Hundreds of spectators lined the streets of Brockenhurst as a colourful collection of floats made their way through the centre of the picturesque village on July 28 , 2000 .
The procession was led by Brockenhurst firefighters , who were followed by two marching groups from Southampton – the Royale Rangerettes and the Cherub Twirlers .
Many that took part in the carnival were representatives from children ’ s groups in the Brockenhurst area .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ other entries was the Busy Badgers parent and toddler group , whose float was based on 101 Dalmatians .
Members of Brockenhurst Playgroup portrayed characters from The Wizard Of Oz , while children living in Addison Road dressed up as the Teletubbies .
And pupils at William Gilpin School , Boldre , together with friends from Lymington and Pennington Junior Schools , portrayed a scene from the musical Cats .
The carnival princess was nine-year-old Holly Milner who rode through the village with her attendants in a 1933 Alvis car .
One of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was a Saracen armoured personnel carrier owned by Barney Edwards , of Lymington .
Mr Edwards said he bought the vehicle two months prior after seeing it in a field at Leighton Buzzard , Bedfordshire .

Hundreds of spectators lined the streets of Brockenhurst as a colourful collection of floats made their way through the centre of the picturesque village on July 28, 2000.
The procession was led by Brockenhurst firefighters, who were followed by two marching groups from Southampton – the Royale Rangerettes and the Cherub Twirlers.
Many that took part in the carnival were representatives from children’s groups in the Brockenhurst area.
One organisation out to knock spots off other entries was the Busy Badgers parent and toddler group, whose float was based on 101 Dalmatians.
Members of Brockenhurst Playgroup portrayed characters from The Wizard Of Oz, while children living in Addison Road dressed up as the Teletubbies.
And pupils at William Gilpin School, Boldre, together with friends from Lymington and Pennington Junior Schools, portrayed a scene from the musical Cats.
The carnival princess was nine-year-old Holly Milner who rode through the village with her attendants in a 1933 Alvis car.
One of the most unusual vehicles in the parade was a Saracen armoured personnel carrier owned by Barney Edwards, of Lymington. Mr Edwards said he bought the vehicle two months prior after seeing it in a field at Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Free electric car charging in Test Valley to end next month

ELECTRICALLY powered motorists will have to pay to charge their vehicles from next month .
Electric vehicle charging points in car parks across the Test Valley are to charge customers following the end of an introductory free period .
From Monday , October 5 almost a year of free energy will end .
Information stickers have been put on the machines to tell customers about the upcoming changes .
Currently , there are 18 fast charging points in the borough ’ s car parks in Andover and Romsey , each capable of supplying 22kW of charge .
Motorists will have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ provided by Grønn Kontakt ( GK ) .
They will also be able to pay via the GK website and paying by debit or credit card .
Planning and transport portfolio holder , councillor Nick Adams-King , said : “ While it ’ s been fantastic to be able to offer free energy for those driving environmentally-friendly electric vehicles , sadly this introductory period wasn ’ t sustainable forever .
“ Providing these charge points in locations across Test Valley is something that was extremely important for us .
With more electric vehicles @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the new system is quick , easy and we hope will encourage drivers to know that the infrastructure is there in our borough .
As we all face the impact of climate change , these charging points are a small step , but a very important one.
” The existing rapid charger at Romsey Rapids car park already charges for use and is therefore not affected by these changes .
All of the charge points are powered by 100 per cent renewable energy .

Electric vehicle charging points in car parks across the Test Valley are to charge customers following the end of an introductory free period.
From Monday, October 5 almost a year of free energy will end.
Information stickers have been put on the machines to tell customers about the upcoming changes.
Currently, there are 18 fast charging points in the borough’s car parks in Andover and Romsey, each capable of supplying 22kW of charge.
Motorists will have to pay via a new phone app provided by Grønn Kontakt (GK).
They will also be able to pay via the GK website and paying by debit or credit card.
Planning and transport portfolio holder, councillor Nick Adams-King, said: “While it’s been fantastic to be able to offer free energy for those driving environmentally-friendly electric vehicles, sadly this introductory period wasn’t sustainable forever.
“Providing these charge points in locations across Test Valley is something that was extremely important for us. With more electric vehicles on the roads today than ever before, the new system is quick, easy and we hope will encourage drivers to know that the infrastructure is there in our borough. As we all face the impact of climate change, these charging points are a small step, but a very important one.”
The existing rapid charger at Romsey Rapids car park already charges for use and is therefore not affected by these changes. All of the charge points are powered by 100 per cent renewable energy.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Campaigners step up their battle to protect Hatchet Pond

CAMPAIGNERS are stepping up their battle to protect one of the best-known beauty spots in the New Forest .
It follows complaints about the number of families flocking to Hatchet Pond and the amount of anti-social behaviour taking place in the area .
Hatchet Pond , one of the UK ’ s most important wildlife ponds , is suffering from pollution and over-use .
Attempts to protect the freshwater pond started last year and are set to gather pace following the `` unprecedented pressures '' it experienced after the easing of the national lockdown .
Proposals include relocating the car @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A Forestry England spokesperson said : `` Hatchet Pond is home to some of the rarest wetland plants and freshwater animals long since lost from many other parts of the UK .
`` As the most wildlife-rich pond remaining in lowland England , it has the highest possible conservation status . ''
Forestry England says the pollution is being caused by a raft of factors .
The area around the pond is eroding , allowing silt to drain into it from the car park .
It has also led to regular flooding of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of pollution from the toilet block .
Other problems include people and dogs entering the water , disturbing sediment and releasing trapped chemicals .
The spokesperson said : `` Problems reached a critical point during the recent easing of lockdown with unprecedented numbers of people visiting the location and a steep increase in prohibited activities , including wild camping , littering , swimming , kayaking and paddle-boarding .
`` An urgent plan agreed by Forest organisations covers a range of measures designed to halt the decline and restore this special place .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the pond edge .
The toilet block will be removed to reduce the risk of pollution , with alternative public toilets available in Beaulieu , Brockenhurst and Lymington . ''
Bruce Rothnie , deputy surveyor of the New Forest , added : `` Hatchet Pond is an incredibly important place for nature and wildlife .
`` We are taking action to help protect this incredibly valuable location , build wider awareness of its importance and ensure its long-term survival.
” Nigel Mathews , head of recreation management at the National Park Authority @ @ @ @ @ @ @ action .
He said : `` Over the summer , especially in the hotter weather , large numbers of people gravitated towards this beauty spot .
`` Sadly , some ignored the signs and left litter , lit barbecues , petted the livestock and entered the water to go swimming , boating or paddle boarding .
`` Working closely with Forestry England we set up increased ranger patrols to remind people of the New Forest ’ s special qualities and how their actions could upset the natural environment and commoners ’ animals .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ we will be dealing with the associated planning application for the works at Hatchet Pond in due course .
”

It follows complaints about the number of families flocking to Hatchet Pond and the amount of anti-social behaviour taking place in the area.
Hatchet Pond, one of the UK’s most important wildlife ponds, is suffering from pollution and over-use.
Attempts to protect the freshwater pond started last year and are set to gather pace following the "unprecedented pressures" it experienced after the easing of the national lockdown.
Proposals include relocating the car park and closing the public toilets.
A Forestry England spokesperson said: "Hatchet Pond is home to some of the rarest wetland plants and freshwater animals long since lost from many other parts of the UK.
"As the most wildlife-rich pond remaining in lowland England, it has the highest possible conservation status."
Forestry England says the pollution is being caused by a raft of factors.
The area around the pond is eroding, allowing silt to drain into it from the car park. It has also led to regular flooding of the parking area, raising the risk of pollution from the toilet block.
Other problems include people and dogs entering the water, disturbing sediment and releasing trapped chemicals.
The spokesperson said: "Problems reached a critical point during the recent easing of lockdown with unprecedented numbers of people visiting the location and a steep increase in prohibited activities, including wild camping, littering, swimming, kayaking and paddle-boarding.
"An urgent plan agreed by Forest organisations covers a range of measures designed to halt the decline and restore this special place.
"Actions include relocating the car park away from the pond edge. The toilet block will be removed to reduce the risk of pollution, with alternative public toilets available in Beaulieu, Brockenhurst and Lymington."
Bruce Rothnie, deputy surveyor of the New Forest, added: "Hatchet Pond is an incredibly important place for nature and wildlife.
"We are taking action to help protect this incredibly valuable location, build wider awareness of its importance and ensure its long-term survival.”
Nigel Mathews, head of recreation management at the National Park Authority, also highlighted the need to take action.
He said: "Over the summer, especially in the hotter weather, large numbers of people gravitated towards this beauty spot.
"Sadly, some ignored the signs and left litter, lit barbecues, petted the livestock and entered the water to go swimming, boating or paddle boarding.
"Working closely with Forestry England we set up increased ranger patrols to remind people of the New Forest’s special qualities and how their actions could upset the natural environment and commoners’ animals.
"As the local planning authority, we will be dealing with the associated planning application for the works at Hatchet Pond in due course.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Fishing pictures through the years

Fishing pictures through the years

THERE ’ S something fishy going on in these pages !
But for these anglers the sports pages of the @ @ @ @ @ to be .
The waters around the county have long provided us with a variety @ @ @ @ @ can be seen in the images .
The scales were tipping under some of the @ @ @ @ @ eels , cod , rays , bull huss and more .
Charles Scott is posing @ @ @ @ @ while Dave Rogers struggles under the weight of his whopper .
Roger Webb proudly shows @ @ @ @ @ of the images –an 80lb conger eel .
Caught on camera in 1981 were Steve @ @ @ @ @ caught a bumper collection of big beasts between them .
Steve snagged a 21lb conger @ @ @ @ @ himself a 21lb tope , a bull huss and two dogfish .
In 1980 Colin @ @ @ @ @ 37lb scaly behemoth of a cod .

The waters around the county have long provided us with a variety of swimming creatures – as can be seen in the images.
The scales were tipping under some of the bumper catches which included conger eels, cod, rays, bull huss and more.
Charles Scott is posing with a large cod, while Dave Rogers struggles under the weight of his whopper.
Roger Webb proudly shows off his catch in one of the images –an 80lb conger eel.
Caught on camera in 1981 were Steve Howard and Alan Bryant who caught a bumper collection of big beasts between them.
Steve snagged a 21lb conger eel, while Bryant bagged himself a 21lb tope, a bull huss and two dogfish.
In 1980 Colin Scott was pictured with a 37lb scaly behemoth of a cod.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--It's raining cats and dogs and even a boa constrictor

YOUR pets are just perfect !
We ’ ve been asking you to send in pictures of your pampered pooches @ @ @ @ @ can feature them.. We ’ re loving seeing guinea pigs , hamsters and this week @ @ @ @ @ snake .
Scarlett is a beautiful boa with a special talent for eating .
Mr @ @ @ @ @ bulldog and Freddie the dog howls like he ’ s singing .
Poe is one @ @ @ @ @ friends in the neighbourhood and Sphinx the cat loves cuddles and food .
Two of @ @ @ @ @ featuring this week travelled from Romania to make their forever homes in the region and @ @ @ @ @ .
Milo has his family wrapped around his little paws after arriving from Romania and @ @ @ @ @ who loves playing football .
Brucedog sadly passed away in August but he has been @ @ @ @ @ a box next to a pool in Tenerife .
Max the cat will sit on @ @ @ @ @ tomatoes , grapes and salad .


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--COUNCIL LEADER: Following coronavirus rules is not optional

THIS week the Prime Minister addressed the nation with the sobering message that infection rates are rising , and restrictions are tightened .
For all of us , this is scary , frustrating and it would be easy to give in to our despair .
As we enter the second wave of infections , I wanted to let you know that the Council will continue to work tirelessly to keep you and your families as safe as possible .
Six months ago , I wrote to every household emphasising that a blanket threat like the coronavirus , required a city-wide @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that this is exactly what happened .
We were overwhelmed by the support that residents showed by stepping up to help one another , especially those shielding and unable to leave their homes .
While our new Community Support Hub supported up to 10,000 residents in critical need , over 600 volunteers from Southampton Coronavirus Mutual Aid Group carried out more than 7,000 acts of kindness– from picking up groceries and medications to dog walking and social support .
We often talk about community spirit nostalgically as if it just happened in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is alive in our city today and I would like to say a big thank you to every single one of the volunteers for every act of kindness , you have contributed to the greater good .
The fact that the transmission rate has been low in our city is due to a number of factors .
One of the most important has been because of the compliance and vigilance of the people of Southampton .
Equally , we must pay tribute to the phenomenal effort of dedicated public servants in the NHS @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s other 700 services , who worked tirelessly to keep us safe and the city running .
Alongside them were the front-line workers in retail , transport services , police and fire services who have kept working at all times .
We all know who the essential workers are now .
No matter how vigilant , proactive and safe we have been , there are 168 in our city family who are no longer with us because of COVID-19 .
Every one of those deaths is a loss and a cause of sorrow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one of them is a parent , sibling , daughter/son , aunt/uncle , cousin , grandparent or friend who will be sadly missed .
As national infection rates rise again , we can not be complacent .
We will act quickly and decisively to keep you safe , in what will continue to be a rapidly evolving situation .
Sometimes these decisions are not going to be popular , but we are committed to weighing up competing interests in each situation , considering the evidence and taking professional advice about implications for health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
We will always seek to serve the interest of the majority and not just the loudest or most powerful voices .
This crisis is too important , lives are at risk and we must act in the interests of the population as a whole .
I know there are frustrations about the government ’ s mixed messages and U-turns on key actions and that there are different ideas about how we move forward .
Whilst I understand and respect resident ’ s different views , I must stress that following the rules @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are those in our city who will seek to divide , misinform , or scapegoat others .
This is the wrong time to try to score points or to deflect attention away from the toughness of the situation we are all in .
There are no easy decisions , but now , more than ever , we need to come together as a city once more .
Historically and in particular during World War Two , Southampton has played a major role in helping this country overcome adversity .
This crisis is no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ forefront of national attempts to confront the threats posed by the virus .
The Covid-19 saliva testing pilots being run in the city is but one example of the skills , talent and innovation we have among our residents .
Coronavirus has changed everything .
We have responded together by putting ‘ us ’ before ‘ me ’ .
To keep the city safe and open for business , the actions of every individual will collectively minimise the risk we all face and ultimately save lives .
All tough times pass .
This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , we will celebrate our efforts to overcome it , we will remember our sacrifices and redouble our work to renew as a city once more .

As we enter the second wave of infections, I wanted to let you know that the Council will continue to work tirelessly to keep you and your families as safe as possible.
Six months ago, I wrote to every household emphasising that a blanket threat like the coronavirus, required a city-wide response. I am humbled to say that this is exactly what happened.
We were overwhelmed by the support that residents showed by stepping up to help one another, especially those shielding and unable to leave their homes.
While our new Community Support Hub supported up to 10,000 residents in critical need, over 600 volunteers from Southampton Coronavirus Mutual Aid Group carried out more than 7,000 acts of kindness– from picking up groceries and medications to dog walking and social support.
We often talk about community spirit nostalgically as if it just happened in the past.
However, we know it is alive in our city today and I would like to say a big thank you to every single one of the volunteers for every act of kindness, you have contributed to the greater good.
The fact that the transmission rate has been low in our city is due to a number of factors.
One of the most important has been because of the compliance and vigilance of the people of Southampton.
Equally, we must pay tribute to the phenomenal effort of dedicated public servants in the NHS, Social Care and the Council’s other 700 services, who worked tirelessly to keep us safe and the city running.
Alongside them were the front-line workers in retail, transport services, police and fire services who have kept working at all times.
We all know who the essential workers are now.
No matter how vigilant, proactive and safe we have been, there are 168 in our city family who are no longer with us because of COVID-19. Every one of those deaths is a loss and a cause of sorrow for their family and friends.
Every one of them is a parent, sibling, daughter/son, aunt/uncle, cousin, grandparent or friend who will be sadly missed.
As national infection rates rise again, we cannot be complacent. We will act quickly and decisively to keep you safe, in what will continue to be a rapidly evolving situation.
Sometimes these decisions are not going to be popular, but we are committed to weighing up competing interests in each situation, considering the evidence and taking professional advice about implications for health, safety, jobs and economic survival.
We will always seek to serve the interest of the majority and not just the loudest or most powerful voices.
This crisis is too important, lives are at risk and we must act in the interests of the population as a whole.
I know there are frustrations about the government’s mixed messages and U-turns on key actions and that there are different ideas about how we move forward.
Whilst I understand and respect resident’s different views, I must stress that following the rules is not optional for anyone.
There are those in our city who will seek to divide, misinform, or scapegoat others.
This is the wrong time to try to score points or to deflect attention away from the toughness of the situation we are all in.
There are no easy decisions, but now, more than ever, we need to come together as a city once more.
Historically and in particular during World War Two, Southampton has played a major role in helping this country overcome adversity. This crisis is no different.
We are again at the forefront of national attempts to confront the threats posed by the virus.
The Covid-19 saliva testing pilots being run in the city is but one example of the skills, talent and innovation we have among our residents.
Coronavirus has changed everything. We have responded together by putting ‘us’ before ‘me’.
To keep the city safe and open for business, the actions of every individual will collectively minimise the risk we all face and ultimately save lives.
All tough times pass. This crisis will pass. When it does, we will celebrate our efforts to overcome it, we will remember our sacrifices and redouble our work to renew as a city once more.
Cllr Chris Hammond
Leader of Southampton City Council


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--LETTER: How have we become so dependent on the computer?

HAVE the personnel operating our computerised world lost their ability to communicate in person , especially to check what they @ @ @ @ @ do ?
I am currently trying to pursue a matter through the small claims court @ @ @ @ @ computer literate I phoned and sought a paper application .
I received two forms in @ @ @ @ @ covering letter telling me to fill them in in triplicate , and nothing further .
@ @ @ @ @ the form required further clarification so I phoned again , mentioning the two forms ( @ @ @ @ @ received an explanatory leaflet which told me to go online .
What was the purpose @ @ @ @ @ My partner today received a letter from the diabetic clinic , which as well as @ @ @ @ @ abbreviations , advises her to read the enclosed leaflet .
There is not even a @ @ @ @ @ of this communication .
Is it me that ’ s confused or have we really @ @ @ @ @ computer ?

I am currently trying to pursue a matter through the small claims court.
Because I am not computer literate I phoned and sought a paper application.
I received two forms in the post,with a covering letter telling me to fill them in in triplicate, and nothing further.
Some of the questions on the form required further clarification so I phoned again, mentioning the two forms (in triplicate).
I received an explanatory leaflet which told me to go online.
What was the purpose of the paper trail? My partner today received a letter from the diabetic clinic, which as well as quoting a series of meaningless abbreviations, advises her to read the enclosed leaflet.
This “leaflet” is a blank page.
There is not even a phone number from the source of this communication.
Is it me that’s confused or have we really become so dependant on the computer?
Alan Dadswell
Email


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--LETTER: Thank you to the council for taking steps towards a cleaner, healthier city

I WANT to congratulate Southampton City Council for taking bold steps towards a cleaner , healthier city .
It may @ @ @ @ @ appreciate the options of greener ways to travel , but I encourage those residents with @ @ @ @ @ car journeys each week and try alternatives .
As a councillor pointed out in the @ @ @ @ @ , Copenhagen is great .
As the leader of the council pointed out , Copenhagen @ @ @ @ @ few decades ago , but bold decisions were taken to massively improve the city .
@ @ @ @ @ we can massively improve Southampton .
It ’ s up to us residents to use @ @ @ @ @ spaces that the council have given us , in order to improve our air quality @ @ @ @ @ cleaner city .

It may take time for residents to appreciate the options of greener ways to travel, but I encourage those residents with cars to cut a few car journeys each week and try alternatives.
As a councillor pointed out in the recent seven-hour full council meeting, Copenhagen is great.
As the leader of the council pointed out, Copenhagen wasn’t great a few decades ago, but bold decisions were taken to massively improve the city.
If we are bold, we can massively improve Southampton.
It’s up to us residents to use the extra walking and cycling spaces that the council have given us, in order to improve our air quality and make Southampton a greener cleaner city.
Lyn Brayshaw
Chair of Southampton Cycling Campaign


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--PHOTOS: Burned out car dumped at Freespace skate park in Eastleigh

A BURNED out car has been dumped at a popular children 's skatepark .
What was once a car is @ @ @ @ @ metal that lies dumped in the middle of Freespace Skatepark .
Pieces of broken glass @ @ @ @ @ the bottom of a skate ramp in Chandler 's Ford .
Damaged beyond recognition , @ @ @ @ @ been at the site for `` two days '' .
The Daily Echo has contacted @ @ @ @ @ and Eastleigh Borough Council for comment .

What was once a car is now a mass of charred metal that lies dumped in the middle of Freespace Skatepark.
Pieces of broken glass and debris are strewn at the bottom of a skate ramp in Chandler's Ford.
Damaged beyond recognition, the hulk of metal has been at the site for "two days".
The Daily Echo has contacted Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services and Eastleigh Borough Council for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Coronavirus: 20 more people die in hospital

A FURTHER 20 people who tested positive for coronavirus have died in hospital in England , bringing the total number of confirmed deaths reported in hospitals to 29,891 , NHS England said on Saturday .
Patients were aged between 43 and 96 and all had known underlying health conditions .
The deaths were between April 3 and September 25 .
Four other deaths were reported with no positive Covid-19 test result .
The news comes after it was revealed that results of coronavirus tests carried out in an NHS hospital or Public Health England lab can not be linked with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ app , which has been available for download across England and Wales since Thursday , has been hailed by Health Secretary Matt Hancock as an “ important step forward ” in the fight against the virus .
But officials said results from tests done in a Public Health England lab or NHS hospital , and those done as part of the Office for National Statistics ’ national surveillance programme , can not currently be linked with the app .
The Department of Health and Social Care ( DHSC ) said it is aware @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” to resolve it .

Patients were aged between 43 and 96 and all had known underlying health conditions.
The deaths were between April 3 and September 25.
Four other deaths were reported with no positive Covid-19 test result.
The news comes after it was revealed that results of coronavirus tests carried out in an NHS hospital or Public Health England lab cannot be linked with the newly-launched NHS Covid-19 app.
The app, which has been available for download across England and Wales since Thursday, has been hailed by Health Secretary Matt Hancock as an “important step forward” in the fight against the virus.
But officials said results from tests done in a Public Health England lab or NHS hospital, and those done as part of the Office for National Statistics’ national surveillance programme, cannot currently be linked with the app.
The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) said it is aware of the issue and “urgently working” to resolve it.


thedailyecho--2020-09-26--Abandoned dinghy sparks 'massive lifeboat search'

A dinghy found with an outboard engine and oars attached has lead to an `` exhaustive search '' .
After @ @ @ @ @ at East Cowes a search in `` bitterly cold winds '' was launched at 8.29am @ @ @ @ @ Cowes lifeboat it lasted a total of three and a half hours ; during which @ @ @ @ @ East Cowes and Egypt Point , plus Cowes Harbour and parts of the River Medina @ @ @ @ @ found and the four-person crew returned to station .
Investigations have revealed that the dinghy @ @ @ @ @ Marina , alongside a yacht .
Lifeboat helmsman Jason Hughes , said : “ The @ @ @ @ @ it was very cold .
Now all I want is a hot drink and a @ @ @ @

A dinghy found with an outboard engine and oars attached has lead to an "exhaustive search".
After being found against a sea-wall at East Cowes a search in "bitterly cold winds" was launched at 8.29am this morning.
Conducted by Cowes lifeboat it lasted a total of three and a half hours; during which it searched the Solent between East Cowes and Egypt Point, plus Cowes Harbour and parts of the River Medina.
However, no-one was found and the four-person crew returned to station.
Investigations have revealed that the dinghy was previously based at Shepards Marina, alongside a yacht.
Lifeboat helmsman Jason Hughes, said: “The wind chill factor meant that it was very cold. Now all I want is a hot drink and a hot bath.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-27--Emergency services called to house fire in Mortimer Close, Kings Worthy

FIREFIGHTERS are on the scene of a house fire .
Four engines have raced to tackle a blaze in Mortimer @ @ @ @ @ A cordon is in place and a search and rescue team has arrived at the @ @ @ @ @ on the scene as well as two ambulance vehicles .
Councillor Malcolm Prince told the @ @ @ @ @ thick black smoke coming from the area , and that the fire started at about @ @

Four engines have raced to tackle a blaze in Mortimer Close, Kings Worthy.
A cordon is in place and a search and rescue team has arrived at the scene.
The commanding officer told the Daily Echo that the house has been severely damaged and is now uninhabitable.
Emergency services will be in the area for "some time" and the fire is believed to have started in the roof of the house.
One female resident was at home when the fire started but no-one has been injured.
The Daily Echo understands that Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service vehicles from Winchester, Eastleigh, Sutton Scotney, Andover and Hightown were called to the incident.
Councillor Malcolm Prince told the Daily Echo that he saw thick black smoke coming from the area, and that the fire started at about 12pm.
The incident is ongoing.
More to follow


thedailyecho--2020-09-27--Van goes up in blazing 'inferno' in Southampton

AN ABANDONED van went up in flames in an `` arson '' attack .
Residents became alarmed after smelling `` burning '' in Aldermoor Road , Southampton .
A white Ford Transit dumped in a cutaway had gone up in flames at around 10.30pm .
• PHOTOS : Car driven on to skatepark , torched and then dumped One resident who wished to remain unnamed told how there were explosions sparked by fuel .
She described seeing a large inferno which was `` absolutely awful '' .
The wreckage remains on the scene today with debris strewn all about .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ been abandoned three weeks-ago and stripped of parts .
The incident is being recorded as arson .
A police spokesperson said : `` The Fire Service called us at 10.30pm last night ( September 26 ) reporting a vehicle fire in Aldermoor Road , close to the junction of Upper Brown Hill Road .
`` Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service ( HFRS ) dealt with the fire .
It ’ s been recorded as an arson and the matter has been filed pending any further information coming to light . ''
The Daily @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Anyone with information urged to call police on 101 quoting 44200374526

Residents became alarmed after smelling "burning" in Aldermoor Road, Southampton.
A white Ford Transit dumped in a cutaway had gone up in flames at around 10.30pm.
One resident who wished to remain unnamed told how there were explosions sparked by fuel.
She described seeing a large inferno which was "absolutely awful".
The wreckage remains on the scene today with debris strewn all about.
According to residents, the van had been abandoned three weeks-ago and stripped of parts.
The incident is being recorded as arson.
A police spokesperson said: "The Fire Service called us at 10.30pm last night (September 26) reporting a vehicle fire in Aldermoor Road, close to the junction of Upper Brown Hill Road.
"Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service (HFRS) dealt with the fire. It’s been recorded as an arson and the matter has been filed pending any further information coming to light."
The Daily Echo has contacted HFRS for comment.
Anyone with information urged to call police on 101 quoting 44200374526


thedailyecho--2020-09-27--'We want it removed':  Car dumped at Freespace skate park

A BURNT out car has been dumped at a popular children 's skatepark .
What was once a car is now a mass of charred metal lies dumped in the middle of Freespace Skatepark .
Pieces of broken glass and debris lie strewn at the bottom of a skate ramp in Chandler 's Ford .
Damaged beyond recognition , local parents and youngsters now want the hulk of metal which has been at the site for `` two days '' to be removed .
Eastleigh residents and bikers , Aiden Browning and Tyler Hathaway , both 14 , said they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the wreck .
Aiden said : `` I come down here once a week and want it removed .
It 's blocking the park so people ca n't use it . ''
Dad , Dax Browning added : `` It 's a shock .
It 's a disappointment that someone would do this to a public place which gives kids something to do .
`` It 's going to cost a lot of money for the council to remove it . ''
The Daily Echo has contacted Eastleigh Borough Council for comment .

What was once a car is now a mass of charred metal lies dumped in the middle of Freespace Skatepark.
Pieces of broken glass and debris lie strewn at the bottom of a skate ramp in Chandler's Ford.
Damaged beyond recognition, local parents and youngsters now want the hulk of metal which has been at the site for "two days" to be removed.
Eastleigh residents and bikers, Aiden Browning and Tyler Hathaway, both 14, said they could not believe it when they saw the wreck.
Aiden said: "I come down here once a week and want it removed. It's blocking the park so people can't use it."
Dad, Dax Browning added: "It's a shock. It's a disappointment that someone would do this to a public place which gives kids something to do.
"It's going to cost a lot of money for the council to remove it."
The Daily Echo has contacted Eastleigh Borough Council for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-09-27--Dancing Man pub reopens after staff member tests negative for Covid-19

A SOUTHAMPTON pub is set to reopen after it closed following a coronavirus scare .
The Dancing Man Brewery ( @ @ @ @ @ announced on Thursday that it had shut temporarily due to what it described as `` @ @ @ @ @ was then later confirmed that the closure was related to the Covid-19 pandemic .
A @ @ @ @ @ the virus but this returned a negative result , and the pub is now reopening @ @ @ @ @ statement says : `` Our team member has been given the all clear with a @ @ @ @ @ On Monday 28th September at 4pm , DMB will open its doors once again .
@ @ @ @ @ shall now close at 10pm every night and we have new restaurant opening times 5-8pm @ @ @ @ @ relieved that our team member is safe and well and we are looking forward to @ @ @ @ @ `` We are overwhelmed with the messages of love and support from all over the @ @ @ @ @ everyone for their continued support . ''

The Dancing Man Brewery (DMB) at Town Quay announced on Thursday that it had shut temporarily due to what it described as "unforeseen circumstances".
It was then later confirmed that the closure was related to the Covid-19 pandemic.
A staff member was tested for the virus but this returned a negative result, and the pub is now reopening on Monday.
A pub statement says: "Our team member has been given the all clear with a negative Covid result.
"On Monday 28th September at 4pm, DMB will open its doors once again.
"On Boris orders we shall now close at 10pm every night and we have new restaurant opening times 5-8pm.
"We are incredibly relieved that our team member is safe and well and we are looking forward to seeing our customers again.
"We are overwhelmed with the messages of love and support from all over the world and wish to thank everyone for their continued support."


thedailyecho--2020-09-27--Coronavirus case numbers increase in Southampton

THE number of recorded coronavirus cases in Southampton increased by nine over the last 24 hours , official figures show @ @ @ @ @ show that 1,117 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 by 9am on @ @ @ @ @ in Southampton , up from 1,108 the same time on Thursday .
The health body @ @ @ @ @ tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests , which @ @ @ @ @ PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government 's mass testing @ @ @ @ @ infection in Southampton now stands at 442 cases per 100,000 people , far lower than @ @ @ @ @ .
Across the UK , the number of recorded cases increased by 6,873 over the @ @ @ @ @ Southampton 's cases were among the 42,146 recorded across the South East , a figure @ @ @ @ @ the period .
Cumulative case counts include patients who are currently unwell , have recovered @ @ @ @ @ .

Public Health England figures show that 1,117 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 by 9am on Friday (September 25) in Southampton, up from 1,108 the same time on Thursday.
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests, which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government's mass testing programme.
The rate of infection in Southampton now stands at 442 cases per 100,000 people, far lower than the England average of 647.
Across the UK, the number of recorded cases increased by 6,873 over the period, to 423,236.
Southampton's cases were among the 42,146 recorded across the South East, a figure which rose by 299 over the period.
Cumulative case counts include patients who are currently unwell, have recovered and those that have died.


thedailyecho--2020-09-27--Appeal following burglary at Standing Order, Southampton

A HUNT has been launched following a burglary at a Southampton pub .
A man broke into The Standing Order @ @ @ @ @ charity tins along with a number of bottles of alcohol before leaving .
CCTV image @ @ @ @ @ to speak to in connection with a burglary at The Standing Order , Southampton The @ @ @ @ @ happened shortly before 2am on Wednesday , September 16 .
Police have now released CCTV @ @ @ @ @ want to speak to in connection with the burglary .
CCTV image of a man @ @ @ @ @ in connection with a burglary at The Standing Order , Southampton A police spokesperson said @ @ @ @ @ the man in these CCTV images ?
`` If you have any information that can @ @ @ @ @ get in touch by calling 101 , quoting reference 44200358270 .
`` Alternatively , you @ @ @ @ @ 0800 555 111 . ''

A man broke into The Standing Order pub stealing cash from three charity tins along with a number of bottles of alcohol before leaving.
CCTV image of a man police want to speak to in connection with a burglary at The Standing Order, Southampton
The incident on the High Street happened shortly before 2am on Wednesday, September 16.
Police have now released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to in connection with the burglary.
CCTV image of a man police want to speak to in connection with a burglary at The Standing Order, Southampton
A police spokesperson said: "Do you recognise the man in these CCTV images?
"If you have any information that can help our enquiries, please get in touch by calling 101, quoting reference 44200358270.
"Alternatively, you can phone Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."


thedailyecho--2020-09-27--Probe launched after fire at Southampton care home

A PROBE has been launched to find the cause of a fire at a Southampton care home .
Firefighters rushed to Graylings Court - a supported living complex just off Regents Park Road as smoke billowed from a first-floor window .
Crews from Redbridge and Saint Mary 's Fire Stations were on the scene shortly after 8am on Saturday .
A thermal imaging camera and extension ladder were used .
Meanwhile , paramedics and police were on standby .
All `` persons were accounted for '' and a fire investigation is now underway .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Saturday 26th September , we were informed of a fire at Beechfield Court , Southampton .
`` Smoke was seen issuing from a first-floor window of a domestic dwelling .
`` Appliances from Redbridge Fire Station and Saint Marys Fire Station attended the scene .
• Three cars damaged in 'severe fire ' in Southampton '' Four breathing apparatus , one hose reel , a thermal imaging camera and an extension ladder was used .
All persons were accounted for .
`` The cause of the fire is unknown .
A fire @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the cause . ''
Commenting at the time a police spokesperson said : `` We were called at 7.58am this morning to a report of a fire at Beechfield Court .
Officers attended .
It is not being treated as suspicious . ''

Firefighters rushed to Graylings Court - a supported living complex just off Regents Park Road as smoke billowed from a first-floor window.
Crews from Redbridge and Saint Mary's Fire Stations were on the scene shortly after 8am on Saturday.
A thermal imaging camera and extension ladder were used.
Meanwhile, paramedics and police were on standby.
All "persons were accounted for" and a fire investigation is now underway.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services said: "At 8.01am on Saturday 26th September, we were informed of a fire at Beechfield Court, Southampton.
"Smoke was seen issuing from a first-floor window of a domestic dwelling.
"Appliances from Redbridge Fire Station and Saint Marys Fire Station attended the scene.
"Four breathing apparatus, one hose reel, a thermal imaging camera and an extension ladder was used. All persons were accounted for.
"The cause of the fire is unknown. A fire investigation is to take place to establish the cause."
Commenting at the time a police spokesperson said: "We were called at 7.58am this morning to a report of a fire at Beechfield Court. Officers attended. It is not being treated as suspicious."


thedailyecho--2020-09-27--Mini Cooper driver had no insurance in Stockbridge

A TEENAGER was led to believe by her mother that she was insured on a vehicle , when there was @ @ @ @ @ court has heard .
Mia Law was found driving the Mini Cooper on the A30 @ @ @ @ @ May 6 , magistrates were told .
However , Basingstoke Magistrates ' Court heard earlier @ @ @ @ @ misled by her mother into thinking she was insured on the vehicle .
The 18-year-old @ @ @ @ @ justice procedure in July .
But she was given an absolute discharge and no endorsement @ @ @ @ @ because of the deception .
However , Law , of Denning Mead , Andover , @ @ @ @ @ of £85 .

Mia Law was found driving the Mini Cooper on the A30 in Stockbridge without insurance on May 6, magistrates were told.
However, Basingstoke Magistrates' Court heard earlier this week that Law was misled by her mother into thinking she was insured on the vehicle.
The 18-year-old pleaded guilty via the single justice procedure in July.
But she was given an absolute discharge and no endorsement made on her driving licence because of the deception.
However, Law, of Denning Mead, Andover, was ordered to pay costs of £85.


thedailyecho--2020-09-27--Anger after piglet killed in hit-and-run incident in New Forest

A PIGLET has been killed in a hit-and-run accident in the New Forest - just days after the start of the annual pannage season .
It happened at Emery Down , near Lyndhurst , on a road which villagers say is being used a rat-run by drivers coming off the nearby A31 .
The six-month-old piglet is thought to have died instantly in the collision .
All the free-roaming animals in the Forest are owned by people known as commoners - villagers with the right to let their animals graze the landscape .
Every autumn pigs are turned out to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ poisonous to ponies and cattle .
The piglet 's owner , Lyndsey Stride , said : `` We are proud New Forest commoners and take great pleasure in continuing the traditional practice of pannage .
`` It was devastating to find our pig dead on the road .
Accidents happen but it 's inexcusable not to report it to the police or the Verderers . ''
A 40mph speed limit exists of unfenced roads in the Forest but Ms Stride is an ardent supporter of the Add Three Minutes campaign .
She said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 30mph it will add only three minutes to an average seven-mile Forest journey - is that too much to ask ?
`` Drivers should always be ready to stop quickly .
Pigs , ponies , deer and cows could run into the road at any point .
`` The traditional practice of commoning has shaped the incredible landscape we all know and love .
Many nationally-rare flora and fauna depend on grazing for their survival .
`` Should we be forced to give up commoning so that people can drive quickly .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and tranquility the New Forest brings .
It was serenely quiet and the wildlife thrived .
Now the roads are once again dangerous .
`` If a national park is a national treasure to be protected we need to see change . ''
The New Forest National Park Authority ( NPA ) took to social media following the piglet 's death .
The NPA tweeted : `` This is sad news so soon after the start of pannage season .
`` If you have an accident involving a pony , cow , donkey @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an emergency or 101 for a non-emergency .
`` You must report all accidents to the police as soon as possible . ''

It happened at Emery Down, near Lyndhurst, on a road which villagers say is being used a rat-run by drivers coming off the nearby A31.
The six-month-old piglet is thought to have died instantly in the collision.
All the free-roaming animals in the Forest are owned by people known as commoners - villagers with the right to let their animals graze the landscape.
Every autumn pigs are turned out to gobble up the fallen acorns that are poisonous to ponies and cattle.
The piglet's owner, Lyndsey Stride, said: "We are proud New Forest commoners and take great pleasure in continuing the traditional practice of pannage.
"It was devastating to find our pig dead on the road. Accidents happen but it's inexcusable not to report it to the police or the Verderers."
A 40mph speed limit exists of unfenced roads in the Forest but Ms Stride is an ardent supporter of the Add Three Minutes campaign.
She said: "If drivers drop their speed to 30mph it will add only three minutes to an average seven-mile Forest journey - is that too much to ask?
"Drivers should always be ready to stop quickly. Pigs, ponies, deer and cows could run into the road at any point.
"The traditional practice of commoning has shaped the incredible landscape we all know and love. Many nationally-rare flora and fauna depend on grazing for their survival.
"Should we be forced to give up commoning so that people can drive quickly.
"Lockdown reminded us of the peace and tranquility the New Forest brings. It was serenely quiet and the wildlife thrived. Now the roads are once again dangerous.
"If a national park is a national treasure to be protected we need to see change."
The New Forest National Park Authority (NPA) took to social media following the piglet's death.
The NPA tweeted: "This is sad news so soon after the start of pannage season.
"If you have an accident involving a pony, cow, donkey, pig or sheep call 999 in an emergency or 101 for a non-emergency.
"You must report all accidents to the police as soon as possible."