thedailyecho--2020-10-24--Jason Donovan at book signing in 2007

Jason Donovan at book signing in 2007

FROM teen soap actor to the top of the charts and starring roles on the West End stage .
Jason @ @ @ @ @ and picked up thousands of admirers along the way .
Surrounded by a throng of @ @ @ @ @ was the centre of attention at the Waterstone ’ s book store on November 10 @ @ @ @ @ of his Hampshire fans , a local appearance was too good an opportunity to miss @ @ @ @ @ ’ s Westquay shopping centre as they lined up to meet the Aussie star .
@ @ @ @ @ promoting his new autobiography and put a smile on the face of many shoppers .
@ @ @ @ @ from his early soap days through to his role as a lead in hit musicals @ @ @ @ @ the man in the flesh .
Copies of Jason ’ s book , Between the @ @ @ @ @ , were flying off the shelves for the star to sign .

Jason Donovan has known them all and picked up thousands of admirers along the way.
Surrounded by a throng of camera-phone wielding shoppers, Jason was the centre of attention at the Waterstone’s book store on November 10, 2007.
For many of his Hampshire fans, a local appearance was too good an opportunity to miss.
Queues snaked outside Southampton’s Westquay shopping centre as they lined up to meet the Aussie star.
The former Neighbours heart-throb was promoting his new autobiography and put a smile on the face of many shoppers.
Fans of all ages, from his early soap days through to his role as a lead in hit musicals, were thrilled to see the man in the flesh.
Copies of Jason’s book, Between the Lines: My Story Uncut, were flying off the shelves for the star to sign.


thedailyecho--2020-10-24--Coronavirus: 50 more Covid-19 cases diagnosed in Southampton in 24 hours

The number of recorded coronavirus cases in Southampton increased by 50 over the last 24 hours , official figures show @ @ @ @ @ show that 1,677 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 by 9am on @ @ @ @ @ in Southampton , up from 1,627 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 664 cases per 100,000 people , far higher than @ @ @ @ @ .
Across the UK , the number of recorded cases increased by 20,531 over the @ @ @ @ @ Southampton 's cases were among the 63,340 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 1,677 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 by 9am on Friday (October 23) in Southampton, up from 1,627 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 664 cases per 100,000 people, far higher than the England average of 181.
Across the UK, the number of recorded cases increased by 20,531 over the period, to 830,998.
Southampton's cases were among the 63,340 recorded across the South East, a figure which rose by 1,248 over the period.
Cumulative case counts include patients who are currently unwell, have recovered and those that have died.


thedailyecho--2020-10-24--Coronavirus: Tier 2 restrictions explained

HEALTH bosses in Hampshire have explained what will trigger a decision to move the county into a new level of Covid-19 restrictions .
Public health directors in Hampshire and Southampton said there will be a number of factors that will be considered before deciding whether the county will have to move from Tier 1 to Tier 2 .
As reported , Hampshire and the Southampton area are both in Tier 1 and are classified as being on medium alert .
This means that pubs , bars and restaurants have to close at 10pm and the rule of six is in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ should the county move into Tier 2 , the mixing between different households indoors will not be allowed and the rule of six will only apply outdoors .
Health bosses said a decision to move into Tier 2 will be taken by the directors of public health , civic chiefs and the government .
Simon Bryant , director of public health at Hampshire County Council , said there is not an exact figure or factor that would trigger a decision to move into Tier 2 .
`` It 's not a clear exact @ @ @ @ @ @ @ explained that the rate of infection and how the NHS is coping with an increase in cases are among the aspects that will be considered before making any decisions .
Dr Debbie Chase , director of public health at Southampton City Council , added : “ We look at a whole range of data to get as a full a picture as possible of the impact of COVID-19 on Southampton .
This includes not just positive tests , but early indicators like 111 calls and of course hospital admissions and deaths .
A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of restrictions will involve looking at this whole picture , in close conversation with central government and our partners locally in the NHS and in other sectors . ''
Both directors of public health have repeatedly urged residents to comply with the rules .
It comes as the number of coronavirus cases across the county continues to rise .
The most recent figures have revealed that the weekly rate of infection in Hampshire is 57.9 while the weekly rate is 68.9 in England and 369.1 in the north west .
Meanwhile , in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 70 .
Health bosses said although the numbers remain lower than in the rest of the country it is not time to be complacent .
Cllr Lorna Fielker , cabinet member for health and care at the city council , said : `` We are heading into a crucial period for the city .
The infection rate is relatively low here compared to the national average but we know it is rising .
I want to thank Southampton ’ s residents for the sacrifices they ’ ve made so far in keeping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more than ever we need to stick with it .
”

Public health directors in Hampshire and Southampton said there will be a number of factors that will be considered before deciding whether the county will have to move from Tier 1 to Tier 2.
As reported, Hampshire and the Southampton area are both in Tier 1 and are classified as being on medium alert.
This means that pubs, bars and restaurants have to close at 10pm and the rule of six is in place both indoors and outdoors.
But should the county move into Tier 2, the mixing between different households indoors will not be allowed and the rule of six will only apply outdoors.
Health bosses said a decision to move into Tier 2 will be taken by the directors of public health, civic chiefs and the government.
Simon Bryant, director of public health at Hampshire County Council, said there is not an exact figure or factor that would trigger a decision to move into Tier 2.
"It's not a clear exact science", he said.
He explained that the rate of infection and how the NHS is coping with an increase in cases are among the aspects that will be considered before making any decisions.
Dr Debbie Chase, director of public health at Southampton City Council, added: “We look at a whole range of data to get as a full a picture as possible of the impact of COVID-19 on Southampton. This includes not just positive tests, but early indicators like 111 calls and of course hospital admissions and deaths. A decision to move into a higher tier of restrictions will involve looking at this whole picture, in close conversation with central government and our partners locally in the NHS and in other sectors."
Both directors of public health have repeatedly urged residents to comply with the rules.
It comes as the number of coronavirus cases across the county continues to rise.
The most recent figures have revealed that the weekly rate of infection in Hampshire is 57.9 while the weekly rate is 68.9 in England and 369.1 in the north west.
Meanwhile, in Southampton the weekly rate has gone up to 70.
Health bosses said although the numbers remain lower than in the rest of the country it is not time to be complacent.
Cllr Lorna Fielker, cabinet member for health and care at the city council, said: "We are heading into a crucial period for the city. The infection rate is relatively low here compared to the national average but we know it is rising. I want to thank Southampton’s residents for the sacrifices they’ve made so far in keeping the virus under control. But now more than ever we need to stick with it.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-24--The most  haunted places in Southampton

The most  haunted places in Southampton

From chambermaids to Tudor ghouls the rich history of our city has harboured more than just stories .
Would you be brave enough to seek out the spirits on your visit ?
Here are the most terrifying tales of ghosts and ghouls to grace Southampton that are sure to send a shiver down your spine : Built on one of the busiest streets in Southampton , beneath the medieval town wall that once defended Southampton against seaborne attack , the Merchant ’ s House served as a residence and place of business .
The property has been restored to its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ creeping out any ghost hunters .
Legend has it that a woman called Ruth Dill used to work at the Merchant 's House in the 1890s .
To supplement her income and satisfy her passion for jewellery she used to sleep with wealthy sailors staying at the house .
One night she tried to rob a wealthy sailor but was caught in the act .
She turned and struck him with a fire iron .
Realising the man was dead Ruth made her escape , throwing the stolen jewelry down a nearby well @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A shadowy woman can often be seen walking the corridors of the house and staring longingly down the well , as if she 's looking for something .
Visitors have also said they 've been pushed from behind and candles in the cellar have blown themselves out .
Dating back to the 15th Century the Tudor House Museum on Bugle Street is one of the most haunted buildings in the city .
At one time the house was a regular stop for local police as there were frequent reports of intruders , seeing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ passing by windows .
When the police would arrive they would never find signs of break-ins but lights would be on inside .
Eventually a medium was brought to the property to contact the poltergeist , she found out that it was a bored spirit .
She left a ball for the ghost , which disappeared and the lights now stay off .
More recent investigations using thermal imaging equipment have shown a man sitting in a chair .
Visitors have also reported figures crossing rooms and walking through bricked up doorways and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dogs refuse to enter and apparitions are regularly witnessed .
Rainbow over the chapel at Royal Victoria Country Park - by Patricia Butt One known as the largest military hospital in the world , only the chapel has survived .
Netley Chapel is said to be haunted by the 'Grey Lady ' who is a Victorian nurse that threw herself from the chapel tower .
There are a few stories as to the reason for her death including that she accidentally killed a patient and killed herself out of remorse or that she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of her love who died at war .
The Grey Lady is said to have appeared at the bedside of the ill moments before their death to offer comfort and solace .
She also used to walk the corridors and wards , a sighting of her meant someone was about to die .
In 1966 a trick was played on Daily Echo reporters by a nurse in the psychiatric hospital who imitated the Grey Lady as a hoax .
Have we missed any terrifying haunts ?
Let us know in the comments .

Would you be brave enough to seek out the spirits on your visit?
Here are the most terrifying tales of ghosts and ghouls to grace Southampton that are sure to send a shiver down your spine:
Medieval Merchants House, Castle Street
Built on one of the busiest streets in Southampton, beneath the medieval town wall that once defended Southampton against seaborne attack, the Merchant’s House served as a residence and place of business.
The property has been restored to its mid-14th Century appearance, which aids in creeping out any ghost hunters.
Legend has it that a woman called Ruth Dill used to work at the Merchant's House in the 1890s.
To supplement her income and satisfy her passion for jewellery she used to sleep with wealthy sailors staying at the house.
One night she tried to rob a wealthy sailor but was caught in the act. She turned and struck him with a fire iron.
Realising the man was dead Ruth made her escape, throwing the stolen jewelry down a nearby well, never to be seen again.
A shadowy woman can often be seen walking the corridors of the house and staring longingly down the well, as if she's looking for something.
Visitors have also said they've been pushed from behind and candles in the cellar have blown themselves out.
Tudor House Museum
Dating back to the 15th Century the Tudor House Museum on Bugle Street is one of the most haunted buildings in the city.
At one time the house was a regular stop for local police as there were frequent reports of intruders, seeing lights on in the building and shadows passing by windows.
When the police would arrive they would never find signs of break-ins but lights would be on inside.
Eventually a medium was brought to the property to contact the poltergeist, she found out that it was a bored spirit. She left a ball for the ghost, which disappeared and the lights now stay off.
More recent investigations using thermal imaging equipment have shown a man sitting in a chair.
Visitors have also reported figures crossing rooms and walking through bricked up doorways and staff say there is one room which dogs refuse to enter and apparitions are regularly witnessed.
Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley
Rainbow over the chapel at Royal Victoria Country Park - by Patricia Butt
One known as the largest military hospital in the world, only the chapel has survived.
Netley Chapel is said to be haunted by the 'Grey Lady' who is a Victorian nurse that threw herself from the chapel tower.
There are a few stories as to the reason for her death including that she accidentally killed a patient and killed herself out of remorse or that she was stricken by grief at the loss of her love who died at war.
The Grey Lady is said to have appeared at the bedside of the ill moments before their death to offer comfort and solace.
She also used to walk the corridors and wards, a sighting of her meant someone was about to die.
In 1966 a trick was played on Daily Echo reporters by a nurse in the psychiatric hospital who imitated the Grey Lady as a hoax.
Have we missed any terrifying haunts? Let us know in the comments.


thedailyecho--2020-10-24--The salary needed to buy Southampton's most expensive homes

Would n't we all love to live in epic luxury every now and again ?
Well , for the potential owners of these properties luxurious living is well within their daily grasp .
The deposits alone for these homes costs more than the average UK house price of £238,000 , but would you be willing to spend that much on a deposit ?
According to the data visualisation site Plumplot the average salary for someone living in Southampton during 2019 was £40k so it might take us a bit longer to get that deposit together then..
Here is how much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in one of the most expensive homes on the market in Southampton right now : Total salary when mortgage is 28 % of total : £572,185 Sitting on the edge of the New Forest National Park this stunning contemporary home is set within 12 acres of land .
The six-bedroom property has six bathrooms and four reception rooms as well as a gym and swimming pool with a sauna .
The minimum you could earn a year to own this home is £160,212 but that is just enough to meet all your monthly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is advised that your mortgage is 28 per-cent of your total salary , meaning you would need to be on a whopping £572,185 per year to afford this property and that is after taxes .
This figure does n't take into consideration any running costs , bills or living expenses needed , but I 'm sure on that kind of money you 'd be alright .
Total salary when mortgage is 28 % of total : £482,271 This substantial detached family home sits within 59 acres of semi-rural and forest-side land with a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The five bedroom farm house boasts three reception room and four bathrooms as well as a separate annexe .
On an average salary it would take someone from Southampton more than three years to afford one year ’ s mortgage on this property .
Total salary when mortgage is 28 % of total : £408,685 This breath-taking 10-bedroom family home in West Wellow sits amongst stunning grounds stretching 40 acres including paddocks , woodland and river frontage .
The imposing Victorian property is described as retaining a lot of its original charm and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for a further five bedrooms , cinema room and an indoor swimming complex .
Featuring a tennis court and impressive eight-bay garage this property is really something else .
However , it would cost just under three years average salary to pay off just a year 's mortgage on this property .
Total salary when mortgage is 28 % of total : £408,685 This house in Botley literally has everything from a swimming pool and pool house to an additional semi-detached home as well as three stables and a paddock - what more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and nine reception rooms this stunning 17th century manor house was once owned by a relative of Jane Austen .
The property combines the amenities of modern living whilst retaining the property 's charm and character , with period features including high ceilings and open fireplaces .
It would take more than two years for the average person from Southampton to repay one year 's mortgage payments on this house .
Advice from property market analysts , Hometrack , states that we should aim to keep our mortgage payments to less than 28 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to ensure we have enough money for living expenses and savings .
David Ross , Managing Director at Hometrack said : '' Ultimately lenders will be focused on your creditworthiness and whether you can afford your repayments .
To do this they will look at what your income is and any outgoings you have .
`` Generally lenders will lend up to 2.5x your gross annual salary but this can vary depending on a number of factors including the amount borrowed , the size of your deposit , the interest rates available and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ money for . ''
However , the longer you borrow money , while more affordable , will cost you more in the long run .
Do you think these properties are fairly priced ?
Let us know in the comments .

Well, for the potential owners of these properties luxurious living is well within their daily grasp.
The deposits alone for these homes costs more than the average UK house price of £238,000, but would you be willing to spend that much on a deposit?
According to the data visualisation site Plumplot the average salary for someone living in Southampton during 2019 was £40k so it might take us a bit longer to get that deposit together then..
Here is how much you would need to earn to live in one of the most expensive homes on the market in Southampton right now:
Gardeners Lane, East Wellow, Romsey
Cost of the house: £3,500,000
10% deposit: £350,000
Minimum salary needed: £160,212
Total salary when mortgage is 28% of total: £572,185
Sitting on the edge of the New Forest National Park this stunning contemporary home is set within 12 acres of land.
The six-bedroom property has six bathrooms and four reception rooms as well as a gym and swimming pool with a sauna.
The minimum you could earn a year to own this home is £160,212 but that is just enough to meet all your monthly mortgage payments.
To live comfortably it is advised that your mortgage is 28 per-cent of your total salary, meaning you would need to be on a whopping £572,185 per year to afford this property and that is after taxes.
This figure doesn't take into consideration any running costs, bills or living expenses needed, but I'm sure on that kind of money you'd be alright.
Church Lane, Pilley, Lymington, Hampshire
Cost of the house: £2,950,000
10% deposit: £295,000
Minimum salary needed: £135,036
Total salary when mortgage is 28% of total: £482,271
This substantial detached family home sits within 59 acres of semi-rural and forest-side land with a diverse array of equestrian oriented outbuildings.
The five bedroom farm house boasts three reception room and four bathrooms as well as a separate annexe.
On an average salary it would take someone from Southampton more than three years to afford one year’s mortgage on this property.
Crawley Hill, West Wellow, Romsey
Cost of the house: £2,500,000
10% deposit: £250,000
Minimum salary needed: £114,432
Total salary when mortgage is 28% of total: £408,685
This breath-taking 10-bedroom family home in West Wellow sits amongst stunning grounds stretching 40 acres including paddocks, woodland and river frontage.
The imposing Victorian property is described as retaining a lot of its original charm and elegance - it also has planning permission for a further five bedrooms, cinema room and an indoor swimming complex.
Featuring a tennis court and impressive eight-bay garage this property is really something else.
However, it would cost just under three years average salary to pay off just a year's mortgage on this property.
Church lane, Botley, Southampton
Cost of the house: £2,500,000
10% deposit: £250,000
Minimum salary needed: £114,432
Total salary when mortgage is 28% of total: £408,685
This house in Botley literally has everything from a swimming pool and pool house to an additional semi-detached home as well as three stables and a paddock - what more could you want?
Featuring eight bedrooms and nine reception rooms this stunning 17th century manor house was once owned by a relative of Jane Austen.
The property combines the amenities of modern living whilst retaining the property's charm and character, with period features including high ceilings and open fireplaces.
It would take more than two years for the average person from Southampton to repay one year's mortgage payments on this house.
Advice from property market analysts, Hometrack, states that we should aim to keep our mortgage payments to less than 28 per-cent of our total monthly income - to ensure we have enough money for living expenses and savings.
David Ross, Managing Director at Hometrack said:"Ultimately lenders will be focused on your creditworthiness and whether you can afford your repayments. To do this they will look at what your income is and any outgoings you have.
"Generally lenders will lend up to 2.5x your gross annual salary but this can vary depending on a number of factors including the amount borrowed, the size of your deposit, the interest rates available and how long you wish to borrow the money for."
However, the longer you borrow money, while more affordable, will cost you more in the long run.
Do you think these properties are fairly priced? Let us know in the comments.


thedailyecho--2020-10-24--Man slapped with fine for destroying valuable habitat of protected animal

A HAMPSHIRE man who destroyed a 'valuable ' habitat for a protected species has been slapped with a fine .
James Rolph destroyed the habitat of dormice while clearing land ready for development in Swanwick , Fareham .
Appearing at Portsmouth Magistrates ' Court , the 28-year-old admitted responsibility for completely destroying hedgerow and shrubbery which was a valuable and rich habitat for dormice .
Rolph , of Upham , Hampshire , was fined £1,000 .
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £100 and court costs of £85 .
Knightsgate UK Ltd , the owner of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The company allowed the land to be cleared by heavy machinery even though they had received an Environmental Consultant ’ s report which made it clear that protected species were onsite .
The Crown Prosecution Service claims that was a deliberate act on their part because they wanted to avoid paying approximately £68,000 to comply with the relevant legislation and clear the site in a way which would protect the dormice .
Knightsgate UK Ltd will now face Proceeds of Crime proceedings at Portsmouth Crown Court .
Mark Gammon , CPS Wessex Senior @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ Dormice are a legally protected species whose populations have undergone a severe decrease in the UK over the last century .
This is due , in part at least , to the destruction of their habitats and resting places for the purposes of development .
`` Rolph didn ’ t take sufficient care and did not stop the destruction of the site to check properly that it was ok to proceed .
`` It is currently National Mammal Awareness Week , and I would like to make it clear that destroying @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is a criminal offence that will be prosecuted robustly .
”

James Rolph destroyed the habitat of dormice while clearing land ready for development in Swanwick, Fareham.
Appearing at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court, the 28-year-old admitted responsibility for completely destroying hedgerow and shrubbery which was a valuable and rich habitat for dormice.
Rolph, of Upham, Hampshire, was fined £1,000. He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £100 and court costs of £85.
Knightsgate UK Ltd, the owner of the land, also pleaded guilty.
The company allowed the land to be cleared by heavy machinery even though they had received an Environmental Consultant’s report which made it clear that protected species were onsite.
The Crown Prosecution Service claims that was a deliberate act on their part because they wanted to avoid paying approximately £68,000 to comply with the relevant legislation and clear the site in a way which would protect the dormice.
Knightsgate UK Ltd will now face Proceeds of Crime proceedings at Portsmouth Crown Court.
Mark Gammon, CPS Wessex Senior Crown Prosecutor and Wildlife Lead, says: “Dormice are a legally protected species whose populations have undergone a severe decrease in the UK over the last century. This is due, in part at least, to the destruction of their habitats and resting places for the purposes of development.
"Rolph didn’t take sufficient care and did not stop the destruction of the site to check properly that it was ok to proceed.
"It is currently National Mammal Awareness Week, and I would like to make it clear that destroying or damaging the habitat of protected species is a criminal offence that will be prosecuted robustly.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-24--"End SARS": Southampton protest against police brutality in Nigeria

A PROTEST against police brutality in Nigeria is planned in Southampton City Centre on Saturday ( Oct 24 ) .
@ @ @ @ @ in Lagos , Nigeria over the past two weeks calling for the abolition of a @ @ @ @ @ Special Anti-Robbery Squad ( SARS ) which has faced criticism for being violent .
Human @ @ @ @ @ several protestors have been shot and killed by soldiers in the protests .
Several celebrities @ @ @ @ @ an end to the unit and the “ senseless brutality taking place in Nigeria.
” @ @ @ @ @ SARS Southampton ' has asked people to “ stand in solidarity with Nigerians fighting against @ @ @ @ @ by meeting outside the O2 Guildhall on Sat Oct 24 3-6pm .

Demonstrations have been taking place in Lagos, Nigeria over the past two weeks calling for the abolition of a police unit known as the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) which has faced criticism for being violent.
Human rights group Amnesty International said several protestors have been shot and killed by soldiers in the protests.
Several celebrities including Beyoncé have called for an end to the unit and the “senseless brutality taking place in Nigeria.”
An online group called 'End SARS Southampton' has asked people to “stand in solidarity with Nigerians fighting against SARS and bad governance” by meeting outside the O2 Guildhall on Sat Oct 24 3-6pm.


thedailyecho--2020-10-24--Pictures from Totton 10k in 1990

Pictures from Totton 10k in 1990

MANY of us will be missing sporting events , so the Daily Echo takes a look at pictures from a @ @ @ @ @ Hundreds of runners took to the streets of Totton on October 28 , 1990 to @ @ @ @ @ charities .
The ten kilometre road race was the fourth organised by Totton and Eling @ @ @ @ @ Running Club .
Some 492 people completed the six-mile course around the town , and @ @ @ @ @ crossed the finishing line at Totton Civic Centre before it started to rain .
The @ @ @ @ @ from the previous year and around £1,000 was raised for local charities and groups .

Hundreds of runners took to the streets of Totton on October 28, 1990 to help raise cash for local charities.
The ten kilometre road race was the fourth organised by Totton and Eling Lions in conjunction with Totton Running Club.
Some 492 people completed the six-mile course around the town, and all but a few stragglers crossed the finishing line at Totton Civic Centre before it started to rain.
The number of competitors was up from the previous year and around £1,000 was raised for local charities and groups.


thedailyecho--2020-10-24--Remembrance changes in Southampton, Winchester and Eastleigh

REMEMBRANCE services across the region will go ahead this year , but in a radically different way .
Events are still taking place in areas of Southampton , Winchester and Eastleigh despite the pandemic , but the public are being urged to take part from home .
A short , closed Remembrance ceremony will take place with key members of the armed forces community in Southampton .
The service will be filmed at different war memorials across the city and shared on Council social media channels on November 8 at 11:02am .
Eastleigh will also hold a service , available @ @ @ @ @ @ @ website and social media channels on Sunday 8 and Wednesday 11 November .
Remembrance Sunday at Winchester Cathedral will go ahead but there will be no outdoor ceremony and only a small number of people will attend the service .
The Very Rev Catherine Ogle , Dean of Winchester , said : “ We are so pleased now to be able to offer live-streaming of this significant Service enabling people to come together , while ensuring everyone stays safe.
” The Remembrance Sunday Service is open to everyone to join online , at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cathedral website , Youtube channel and Facebook page .
Although the public wo n't be able to attend this year , several initiatives are taking place to allow people to still get involved .
Residents are being encouraged to stand on their doorstep at 11am to honour the two minute silence .
Southampton City Council are unveiling a new remembrance bench at Veracity Sports Ground and Eastleigh Borough Council plan to decorate Eastleigh Bandstand with poppies .
Mayor of Eastleigh , Councillor Darshan Mann said : `` The current situation means that we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year to remember and mark this important annual event .
`` However , we can all be together in spirit and I encourage everyone to get involved . ''

Events are still taking place in areas of Southampton, Winchester and Eastleigh despite the pandemic, but the public are being urged to take part from home.
A short, closed Remembrance ceremony will take place with key members of the armed forces community in Southampton.
The service will be filmed at different war memorials across the city and shared on Council social media channels on November 8 at 11:02am.
Eastleigh will also hold a service, available to watch from the council’s website and social media channels on Sunday 8 and Wednesday 11 November.
Remembrance Sunday at Winchester Cathedral will go ahead but there will be no outdoor ceremony and only a small number of people will attend the service.
The Very Rev Catherine Ogle, Dean of Winchester, said: “We are so pleased now to be able to offer live-streaming of this significant Service enabling people to come together, while ensuring everyone stays safe.”
The Remembrance Sunday Service is open to everyone to join online, at 10am, Sunday November 8 on the cathedral website, Youtube channel and Facebook page.
Although the public won't be able to attend this year, several initiatives are taking place to allow people to still get involved.
Residents are being encouraged to stand on their doorstep at 11am to honour the two minute silence.
Southampton City Council are unveiling a new remembrance bench at Veracity Sports Ground and Eastleigh Borough Council plan to decorate Eastleigh Bandstand with poppies.
Mayor of Eastleigh, Councillor Darshan Mann said: "The current situation means that we cannot all physically be together this year to remember and mark this important annual event.
"However, we can all be together in spirit and I encourage everyone to get involved."


thedailyecho--2020-10-24--Your pooches and moggies: Hampshire pets in the spotlight

We 're featuring ten more of your most beloved pets - and this time it 's all pampered pooches and @ @ @ @ @ include a roaming labradoodle , a cuddly jug and pug combo , a terrier who @ @ @ @ @ a clever cocker spaniel , a Staffordshire bull terrier recovering from a dog attack and @ @ @ @ @ .
Among the cats are ten week old kittens who are busy making friends with @ @ @ @ @ sociable Zack .
To have your pet featured , visit dailyecho.co.uk/yourpets

We're featuring ten more of your most beloved pets - and this time it's all pampered pooches and molly-coddled moggies.
The dogs include a roaming labradoodle, a cuddly jug and pug combo, a terrier who begs like a meerkat, a clever cocker spaniel, a Staffordshire bull terrier recovering from a dog attack and a Dalmatian cross best friend. Among the cats are ten week old kittens who are busy making friends with a nine-year-old feline housemate and sociable Zack.
To have your pet featured, visit dailyecho.co.uk/yourpets


thedailyecho--2020-10-24--Gone to pot! What’s happened to world politics?

Politics in the two largest democracies of the world has gone to pot .
With Mr. Trump and Boris Johnson his clone being the destroyers .
If these two men continue as leaders of America and the UK things are going to get much worse .
Mr. Trump is continually trying his hardest to convince Americans and other citizens of the world that there is an immediate cure for the coronavirus .
He embarked on what would appear to be a plan , now considered a hoax by him claiming he had been affected by a coronavirus and was cured @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He and his government has failed to handle the implications of the virus in a worthwhile or effective manner .
At one point in this pandemic , he even suggested that a dose of disinfectant was a cure .
Here in the UK Boris Johnson who is showing some of the trends of Mr. Trump tried to ease the effects and hardship caused by the virus by using economic measures , which have backfired as many heads of companies simply scrambled for the money that was offered , some using underhand methods @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by the government .
Now that the effects of the coronavirus are in full swing there is simply not enough money to combat its effect on the standards of living of most citizens in the UK .
The government has left with no choice has now put the economy into the forefront instead of protecting the lives of its citizens .
This is now clearly demonstrated by the introduction of 3 tier system of restrictions in the UK .
Moreover instead of Boris Johnson taking the bull by the horns and introducing throughout @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the effects of the virus he has allowed heads of member countries of the UK to make their own rules .
This has now caused a divided nation where the effects of the virus and the economy are concerned.In my opinion the politicians including Boris Johnson within the UK government don ’ t know what the hell they are doing .
The are just playing blind-man ’ s bluff .

With Mr. Trump and Boris Johnson his clone being the destroyers. If these two men continue as leaders of America and the UK things are going to get much worse. Mr. Trump is continually trying his hardest to convince Americans and other citizens of the world that there is an immediate cure for the coronavirus.
He embarked on what would appear to be a plan, now considered a hoax by him claiming he had been affected by a coronavirus and was cured and in good health within five days. He and his government has failed to handle the implications of the virus in a worthwhile or effective manner. At one point in this pandemic, he even suggested that a dose of disinfectant was a cure.
Here in the UK Boris Johnson who is showing some of the trends of Mr. Trump tried to ease the effects and hardship caused by the virus by using economic measures ,which have backfired as many heads of companies simply scrambled for the money that was offered, some using underhand methods to in order to swindle funds offered by the government.
Now that the effects of the coronavirus are in full swing there is simply not enough money to combat its effect on the standards of living of most citizens in the UK. The government has left with no choice has now put the economy into the forefront instead of protecting the lives of its citizens.
This is now clearly demonstrated by the introduction of 3 tier system of restrictions in the UK. Moreover instead of Boris Johnson taking the bull by the horns and introducing throughout the UK a uniformed program to defeat the effects of the virus he has allowed heads of member countries of the UK to make their own rules.
This has now caused a divided nation where the effects of the virus and the economy are concerned.In my opinion the politicians including Boris Johnson within the UK government don’t know what the hell they are doing . The are just playing blind-man’s bluff.
G.A. Marques
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thedailyecho--2020-10-24--Eastleigh College works with VIVID for 'Get Online Week'

A COLLEGE has collaborated with a housing association as part of 'Get Online Week ' .
Eastleigh College joined forces @ @ @ @ @ a campaign to combat digital and social exclusion across the country .
The college hosted @ @ @ @ @ and socially distanced sessions for VIVID customers .
Two taster sessions were provided , with @ @ @ @ @ association .
Jan Waterman , VIVID ’ s Community Development and Digital Officer explains : @ @ @ @ @ able to deliver our usual face to face mentoring service from Hampshire Libraries at the @ @ @ @ @ that Eastleigh College could help deliver a taster of their new qualification ‘ Essential Digital @ @ @ @ @ this would be ideal for those customers who are struggling to learn without the face @ @ @ @ @ The college is very well set up with social distancing and we all felt very @ @ @ @ @ '' The hands on taster sessions were delivered by Evelyn Thomson , an information , @ @ @ @ @ ) teacher at Eastleigh College .

Eastleigh College joined forces with VIVID as part of a campaign to combat digital and social exclusion across the country.
The college hosted free, face to face and socially distanced sessions for VIVID customers.
Two taster sessions were provided, with tablets provided by the housing association.
Jan Waterman, VIVID’s Community Development and Digital Officer explains: "As we are not able to deliver our usual face to face mentoring service from Hampshire Libraries at the moment, when I heard that Eastleigh College could help deliver a taster of their new qualification ‘Essential Digital Skills’, I thought this would be ideal for those customers who are struggling to learn without the face to face delivery.
"The college is very well set up with social distancing and we all felt very safe in the surroundings."
The hands on taster sessions were delivered by Evelyn Thomson, an information, communication and technology (ICT) teacher at Eastleigh College.


thedailyecho--2020-10-24--Drug dealer carrying £2k worth of cocaine and heroin is jailed

A DRUG dealer carrying £2k worth of heroin and cocaine has been jailed .
George Thomson was arrested on December 5 , 2019 , as part of an investigation into class A drugs supply at an address in Lydgate Road .
The 23-year-old was found to be carrying around £2,000 worth of class A drugs , as well as hundreds of pounds in cash when he was stopped by police .
Appearing at Southampton Crown Court on October 16 , he pleaded guilty to two counts of possession of class A drugs with intent to supply , and one count @ @ @ @ @ @ @ – relating to cannabis .
Appearing at the same court on Thursday , October 22 , he was jailed for 32 months .
He was also ordered to forfeit £432.30 in cash and two mobile phones .
Inspector Allan Dineley , from the Southampton High Harm Team , said : “ This is an excellent result following a great piece of work by officers from the High Harm Team , and the Criminal Investigation Department who brought this investigation to court .
“ Drug supply , and the associated criminality and violence , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we would encourage anyone with information about drugs supply in their area to get in touch with us so we can continue to develop a strong intelligence picture .
“ You can call us on 101 , or make reports via our website .
”

George Thomson was arrested on December 5, 2019, as part of an investigation into class A drugs supply at an address in Lydgate Road.
The 23-year-old was found to be carrying around £2,000 worth of class A drugs, as well as hundreds of pounds in cash when he was stopped by police.
Appearing at Southampton Crown Court on October 16, he pleaded guilty to two counts of possession of class A drugs with intent to supply, and one count of possession of a class B drug – relating to cannabis.
Appearing at the same court on Thursday, October 22, he was jailed for 32 months.
He was also ordered to forfeit £432.30 in cash and two mobile phones.
Inspector Allan Dineley, from the Southampton High Harm Team, said: “This is an excellent result following a great piece of work by officers from the High Harm Team, and the Criminal Investigation Department who brought this investigation to court.
“Drug supply, and the associated criminality and violence, can be devastating for our communities, and we would encourage anyone with information about drugs supply in their area to get in touch with us so we can continue to develop a strong intelligence picture.
“You can call us on 101, or make reports via our website.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--Drug dealer carrying £2k worth of cocaine and heroin is jailed


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--NSPCC calls for action to stop online crimes

MORE than 240 sex crimes recorded against children in Hampshire were committed online last year .
The NSPCC has warned that tech companies are enabling the crimes by failing to design their sites with children ’ s safety in mind .
A freedom of information request by the charity revealed that 247 grooming and online offences involving a victim under-18 were recorded by Hampshire Constabulary in This was an 89 % increase from the previous year , and meant 7 % of all sex crimes recorded against children by the force were online .
In 2018-19 , 3 % of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ online element .
The recorded crime figures include sexual assault and activity , gross indecency with , and grooming of children , as well as crimes of abuse of children through prostitution and pornography .
Rape of children aged under 16 is also included .
The number of online sex crimes against children across England and Wales topped 10,000 in 2019-20 - the 10,058 recorded was a 17 % rise on the previous year .
The Home Office said around 700 people were being arrested across the country each month .
The Government @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out plans for world-leading legislation to keep children safe online .
Andy Burrows , head of child safety online policy at the NSPCC , said : “ The Government have a pivotal opportunity to change this in the coming weeks in their response to the Online Harms White “ By setting out bold and ambitious legislation that puts a duty of care on tech companies to protect children online , and giving a regulator the power to enforce this with financial and criminal sanctions , they can set a global precedent for preventing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ Tackling online child abuse is a priority and we are working at pace to develop legislation to make the UK the safest place in the world to be online .

The NSPCC has warned that tech companies are enabling the crimes by failing to design their sites with children’s safety in mind.
A freedom of information request by the charity revealed that 247 grooming and online offences involving a victim under-18 were recorded by Hampshire Constabulary in
2019-20.
This was an 89% increase from the previous year, and meant 7% of all sex crimes recorded against children by the force were online.
In 2018-19, 3% of child sex crimes in Hampshire had an online element.
The recorded crime figures include sexual assault and activity, gross indecency with, and grooming of children, as well as crimes of abuse of children through prostitution and pornography.
Rape of children aged under 16 is also included.
The number of online sex crimes against children across England and Wales topped 10,000 in 2019-20 - the 10,058 recorded was a 17% rise on the previous year.
The Home Office said around 700 people were being arrested across the country each month.
The Government says its Online Harms White Paper sets out plans for world-leading legislation to keep children safe online.
Andy Burrows, head of child safety online policy at the NSPCC, said: “The Government have a pivotal opportunity to change this in the coming weeks in their response to the Online Harms White
Paper.
“By setting out bold and ambitious legislation that puts a duty of care on tech companies to protect children online, and giving a regulator the power to enforce this with financial and criminal sanctions, they can set a global precedent for preventing avoidable harm.”
A Home Office spokesman said: “Tackling online child abuse is a priority and we are working at pace to develop legislation to make the UK the safest place in the world to be online.


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--Hampshire man took own life after gambling debts grew

A MAN took his own life after accruing more than £10,000 of debt through online gambling sites .
Software engineer Raghotham Gajula also owed upwards of £32,000 through loans and credit cards , Winchester Coroners ' Court heard .
The 36-year-old died after being hit by a Bournemouth-bound train passing through Shawford Train Station at just after 9pm on March 31 .
The driver of the vehicle said that despite applying the emergency brakes , the train - which was travelling at 90mph - was not able to stop in time .
Coroner Christopher Wilkinson said that notes found in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at his home , concluded that he had intended to take his own life .
He recorded a conclusion of death by suicide .
The Eastleigh worker 's wife Sarekha Puchakayala told the inquest via video link that her husband had been tackling his addiction for a number of years .
As a result of this , they had planned to move back to their home country of India earlier this year , where betting has been partly outlawed , but this plan had been put on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told the court that her husband was always happy and jovial .
She said : `` He was a very smart and intelligent person .
`` He never let his sadness come out ; he was always a very happy person .
I never saw that sadness of his face .
`` Sometimes he would share it with me , but never showed it . ''
She added that Raghotham , who worked in Winchester , had tried to get rid of his addiction , but was unable to do so .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could happen , '' she said .
`` Everyone liked him and he was a very good person , but [ the addiction ] was the thing that destroyed our lives . ''
Following the inquest , the coroner criticised online gambling sites .
He said : `` I continue to have grave concerns about online gambling , the ease at which it can be accessed and how hard it can be to get out of it . ''

Software engineer Raghotham Gajula also owed upwards of £32,000 through loans and credit cards, Winchester Coroners' Court heard.
The 36-year-old died after being hit by a Bournemouth-bound train passing through Shawford Train Station at just after 9pm on March 31.
The driver of the vehicle said that despite applying the emergency brakes, the train - which was travelling at 90mph - was not able to stop in time.
Coroner Christopher Wilkinson said that notes found in Raghotham's rucksack, as well as at his home, concluded that he had intended to take his own life.
He recorded a conclusion of death by suicide.
The Eastleigh worker's wife Sarekha Puchakayala told the inquest via video link that her husband had been tackling his addiction for a number of years.
As a result of this, they had planned to move back to their home country of India earlier this year, where betting has been partly outlawed, but this plan had been put on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Yet, despite this, she told the court that her husband was always happy and jovial.
She said: "He was a very smart and intelligent person.
"He never let his sadness come out; he was always a very happy person. I never saw that sadness of his face.
"Sometimes he would share it with me, but never showed it."
She added that Raghotham, who worked in Winchester, had tried to get rid of his addiction, but was unable to do so.
"I never would have expected that this could happen," she said.
"Everyone liked him and he was a very good person, but [the addiction] was the thing that destroyed our lives."
Following the inquest, the coroner criticised online gambling sites.
He said: "I continue to have grave concerns about online gambling, the ease at which it can be accessed and how hard it can be to get out of it."


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--Four people rescued from car after driving into water

FOUR people were rescued from a car after they became stuck in water .
Firefighters were called to Forest Road @ @ @ @ @ New Forest last night .
The car became stuck when the black Mercedes-Benz tried to @ @ @ @ @ Brook but after fording the deepest part , the engine stalled and could not be @ @ @ @ @ from Ringwood helped the people to safety and no injuries were reported .
A water @ @ @ @ @ but was not required .
The people , who did not want to be named @ @ @ @ @ to Verwood when the incident occurred .

Firefighters were called to Forest Road at Burley Street in the New Forest last night.
The car became stuck when the black Mercedes-Benz tried to cross the swollen Mill Lawn Brook but after fording the deepest part, the engine stalled and could not be restarted.
A fire crew from Ringwood helped the people to safety and no injuries were reported.
A water rescue unit was also mobilised but was not required.
The people, who did not want to be named, were on their way to Verwood when the incident occurred.


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--Best walks if you want to get out and about in Test Valley

WITH the pandemic , a lot of people are working from home meaning less opportunity to go outside .
One activity that does n't take up too much time , is Covid secure and good exercise , is walking .
Whilst events have been cancelled across the region , walks are very much still available .
• Best walks in the New Forest to stay distanced from others • Best walks on offer for residents of Winchester Below are some of the best walks if you live in Test Valley : This is a 44-mile long hike that takes you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all the way down the River Test to Eling .
It is divided into eight sections to offer a choice of which one you want to tackle .
The walk passes through some of Hampshire 's most historical villages and offers many places to stop on the way for refreshments .
Views of the wildlife and plantlife are on offer here , as you cross over the river multiple times on the journey .
This walk starts from roadside parking at Ashmansworth making it easily accessible .
It then heads North to Wayfarer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ returning to the roadside parking .
It is 6 miles long and offers some hilly sections if you 're after the exercise more than anything else .
If you fancy a drink on this walk , the Jack Russell Public House is on route .
This walk is a bit shorter but good if you only have a few hours to kill .
It begins and ends at Tangley Wildhern Village Hall and follows systems of fields , woodland and passes past derelict farm buildings .
Views of the village and its surrounding @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mil long route .
It is mostly made up of tracks and village roads making it quite easy going if you 've been stuck in the house for a while .
Abbotts Ann walk starts at the church car park and is about 4 miles long .
The route follows tracks and paths around the village and even takes in an ancient drove .
A field on route contains the site of a Roman Villa , with mosaics from the site housed in the British Museum .
There are two restaurants close by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ needed break as walking can be hungry work .
More central to the town , there is a lot more going on with this walk with a range of shops and cafes in the centre of Romsey .
It starts at the Tourist Information Office on Church Street and runs for just over 3 miles passing by the Redbridge and Andover canal .
Views of the town life , a lake and river are available with the route stretching to the outskirts of Romsey before doing a loop and returning back .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bus stations located very close by to the start point .

One activity that doesn't take up too much time, is Covid secure and good exercise, is walking.
Whilst events have been cancelled across the region, walks are very much still available.
Below are some of the best walks if you live in Test Valley:
1. The Test Way
This is a 44-mile long hike that takes you from the chalk downs at Inkpen, all the way down the River Test to Eling.
It is divided into eight sections to offer a choice of which one you want to tackle.
The walk passes through some of Hampshire's most historical villages and offers many places to stop on the way for refreshments.
Views of the wildlife and plantlife are on offer here, as you cross over the river multiple times on the journey.
2. Faccombe
This walk starts from roadside parking at Ashmansworth making it easily accessible.
It then heads North to Wayfarer's Walk before turning South to Faccombe returning to the roadside parking.
It is 6 miles long and offers some hilly sections if you're after the exercise more than anything else.
If you fancy a drink on this walk, the Jack Russell Public House is on route.
3. Wildhern
This walk is a bit shorter but good if you only have a few hours to kill.
It begins and ends at Tangley Wildhern Village Hall and follows systems of fields, woodland and passes past derelict farm buildings.
Views of the village and its surrounding area are on offer on the 2.5 mil long route.
It is mostly made up of tracks and village roads making it quite easy going if you've been stuck in the house for a while.
4. Abbotts Ann
Abbotts Ann walk starts at the church car park and is about 4 miles long.
The route follows tracks and paths around the village and even takes in an ancient drove.
A field on route contains the site of a Roman Villa, with mosaics from the site housed in the British Museum.
There are two restaurants close by if you want to take a much needed break as walking can be hungry work.
5. Romsey
More central to the town, there is a lot more going on with this walk with a range of shops and cafes in the centre of Romsey.
It starts at the Tourist Information Office on Church Street and runs for just over 3 miles passing by the Redbridge and Andover canal.
Views of the town life, a lake and river are available with the route stretching to the outskirts of Romsey before doing a loop and returning back.
It is easily accessible with train stations and bus stations located very close by to the start point.


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--The best pick your own pumpkin patches in Southampton

Hallowe'en is just around the corner and what better way to start your ghoulish celebrations than pumpkin carving ?
Picking your own pumpkin has been an autumnal tradition across the pond in America since the 1920s and during the baby boom , to greet neighbourhood children as they went trick or treating .
With the coronavirus pandemic putting a halt to many celebrations this year , this is one tradition we can certainly all still take part in safely .
Here are the best pumpkin patches to visit in and around Southampton : The family-run Pickwell Farm Shop and Pick @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can be found on the outskirts of Southampton in Bursledon .
The pick and pay fields are open from 9am until 4pm seven days a week and you can pick pumpkins all throughout the month .
Celebrating 37 years in the business , Pickwell offer a self-described no-frills pumpkin picking experience where you can don your wellies , grab a wheelbarrow and roam around their 10 acres of pumpkin fields .
Face coverings must be worn at all times and social distancing guidelines must be adhered to .
Orange pumpkins are £2 and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no need to book - just turn up .
Depending on the season Pickwell also offers rhubarb , strawberries , broad beans , black/redcurrants , courgettes , raspberries , blackberries , runner beans , french beans and sweetcorn .
Keep up to date on their Facebook page to find out the latest .
Is there a more pumpkin-filled place to pick your own than the location of the biggest official 2020 World Champion pumpkin ?
The giant pumpkin is the second largest fruit ever to exist on the planet and is currently being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sunnyfields Farm is lovingly run by Ian and Louise Nelson and was started 31 years ago in 1989 .
Bringing you a true pumpkin extravaganza Sunnyfields has lots on offer to make your pick your own experience a fun-filled day out .
Tickets cost £2 per person , under twos go free and pumpkins are priced at £1 for mini 's and £6 for XXL 's .
To ensure public safety there are a range of covid-measures in place including pre-booking set time slots , details of additional safety measures can be found @ @ @ @ @ @ @ form .
The city farm has a range of pumpkins for you to buy in their farm shop after visiting the animals ( image - Down to Earth Farms ) .
Down to Earth Farm , also known as Southampton City Farm is open on Friday 's , Saturday 's and Sunday 's from 11am to 3pm .
There are a range of animals at the farm to see including pigs , sheep and cows .
Although there is n't a pumpkin patch - the farm shop offers a range of quirky and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ To visit the farm you must book a time slot online , adult tickets cost £2 and children cost £1 .
Will you be carving Jack ' o'Lanterns this Hallowe'en ?
Let us know in the comments .

Picking your own pumpkin has been an autumnal tradition across the pond in America since the 1920s and during the baby boom, to greet neighbourhood children as they went trick or treating.
With the coronavirus pandemic putting a halt to many celebrations this year, this is one tradition we can certainly all still take part in safely.
Here are the best pumpkin patches to visit in and around Southampton:
Pickwell Farm, Bursledon
Pickwell offer a no-frills pumpkin picking experience (Image - Pickwell).
The family-run Pickwell Farm Shop and Pick Your Own was established in 1985 and can be found on the outskirts of Southampton in Bursledon.
The pick and pay fields are open from 9am until 4pm seven days a week and you can pick pumpkins all throughout the month.
Celebrating 37 years in the business, Pickwell offer a self-described no-frills pumpkin picking experience where you can don your wellies, grab a wheelbarrow and roam around their 10 acres of pumpkin fields.
Face coverings must be worn at all times and social distancing guidelines must be adhered to.
Orange pumpkins are £2 and white ones are £3, there is no need to book - just turn up.
Depending on the season Pickwell also offers rhubarb, strawberries, broad beans, black/redcurrants, courgettes, raspberries, blackberries, runner beans, french beans and sweetcorn.
Keep up to date on their Facebook page to find out the latest.
Sunnyfields, Totton https://www.sunnyfields.co.uk/
The incredible pumpkin display at Sunnyfields Farm (Image - Sunnyfields Farm).
Is there a more pumpkin-filled place to pick your own than the location of the biggest official 2020 World Champion pumpkin?
The giant pumpkin is the second largest fruit ever to exist on the planet and is currently being displayed at Sunnyfields Farm.
The wonderful Sunnyfields Farm is lovingly run by Ian and Louise Nelson and was started 31 years ago in 1989.
Bringing you a true pumpkin extravaganza Sunnyfields has lots on offer to make your pick your own experience a fun-filled day out.
Tickets cost £2 per person, under twos go free and pumpkins are priced at £1 for mini's and £6 for XXL's.
To ensure public safety there are a range of covid-measures in place including pre-booking set time slots, details of additional safety measures can be found on their website along with their booking form.
Down to Earth Farm, Green Lane
The city farm has a range of pumpkins for you to buy in their farm shop after visiting the animals (image - Down to Earth Farms).
Down to Earth Farm, also known as Southampton City Farm is open on Friday's, Saturday's and Sunday's from 11am to 3pm.
There are a range of animals at the farm to see including pigs, sheep and cows.
Although there isn't a pumpkin patch - the farm shop offers a range of quirky and odd pumpkins for you to buy.
To visit the farm you must book a time slot online, adult tickets cost £2 and children cost £1.
Will you be carving Jack'o'Lanterns this Hallowe'en? Let us know in the comments.


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--Protesters gather in city to stand against police brutality in Nigeria

A CROWD of people gathered despite the rain to stand against police brutality in Nigeria .
Protesters gathered at Southampton @ @ @ @ @ a police unit known as the Special Anti-Robbery Squad ( SARS ) .
Despite the @ @ @ @ @ , people chanted , held banners and played music in the square .
Demonstrations have @ @ @ @ @ , Nigeria over the past two weeks calling for the abolition of SARS which has @ @ @ @ @ .
Human rights group Amnesty International said several protestors have been shot and killed by @ @ @ @ @ Several celebrities including Beyoncé have called for an end to the unit and the “ @ @ @ @ @ Nigeria.
” An online group called 'End SARS Southampton ' asked people to “ stand @ @ @ @ @ against SARS and bad governance ” by meeting outside the O2 Guildhall o between 3pm @ @ @

Protesters gathered at Southampton Guildhall yesterday afternoon to protest a police unit known as the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).
Despite the heavy rain and strong winds, people chanted, held banners and played music in the square.
Demonstrations have been taking place in Lagos, Nigeria over the past two weeks calling for the abolition of SARS which has faced criticism for being violent.
Human rights group Amnesty International said several protestors have been shot and killed by soldiers in the protests.
Several celebrities including Beyoncé have called for an end to the unit and the “senseless brutality taking place in Nigeria.”
An online group called 'End SARS Southampton' asked people to “stand in solidarity with Nigerians fighting against SARS and bad governance” by meeting outside the O2 Guildhall o between 3pm and 6pm.


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--Unhealthiest places to live in Hampshire revealed

EXPERTS at the Consumer Data Research Centre ( CDRC ) have analysed towns across Hampshire to expose the unhealthiest places in the County .
Specialists at CDRC investigated wellbeing by monitoring pollution levels in each Hampshire neighbourhood , as well as the amount of parks and recreational spaces .
The availability of health services , such as GP surgeries and pharmacies , and the number of takeaways , pubs and gambling shops was also taken into account .
An interactive map has now been created to display the findings .
How does the map work ?
The map tracks a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as Access to Healthy Assets and Hazards ( AHAH ) .
Each of these factors is tracked and provides an overall AHAH score for that area .
The lower the school the healthier the area is , it appears blue on the map .
The higher scores are represented with red and indicates the town is less healthy than its blue counterparts .
Areas are also ranked one to 10 healthiest areas are given a rank of one while the unhealthiest regions are classed as a 10 .
If you want to check @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can view the whole map by clicking here .
This is how healthy each area of Hampshire is : Southampton is extremely unhealthy and has been given a score of 10 , making it one of the worst performing areas in the whole UK .
The city is almost all shown as red on the map Areas such as Freemantle and Shirley and Totton are particularly bad .
They are home to high numbers of , pubs , and off licences and takeaways .
The air quality across Southampton is as bad as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ whole of the map ranks air quaility between 6-10 .
Basingstoke has a mixture colours on the map but the town has more blue and green areas than red indicating it is mostly healthy .
The northern parts of town are displaying blue , with areas such Chineham and Popley singled out as some of the healthiest places to live in the UK .
The lack of pubs and fastfood places contribute to these good scores .
On the other side of the scale are Viables and Kempshott which have been scored a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Basingstoke .
The whole of Basingstoke shows up in various shades of red when analysing air pollution meaning the town has poor quality air .
The map of Winchester shows a primarily blue area with pockets of yellow indicating the town in mostly healthy .
Springvale is by far the unhealthiest part of town with Harestock and Littleton coming in at joint second .
Stanmore and Oliver ’ s Battery are among the healthiest places in the UK ranking a score of one overall .
Whilst Winchesters air quality is still moderately high @ @ @ @ @ @ @ having access to many health services .
The town shows a mixture of blue , yellow and red on the map indicating that some areas are far healthier than others .
With a score ranging between one and two Andover Central ranks the healthiest in the town with Burghclere Down and Weyhill ranked the unhealthiest .
East Anton was neither particularly healthy nor unhealthy showing up as yellow on the map with a score of five .
The West of Romsey has been ranked healthier than the East .
Cupernham took the top @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Crampmoor ranked the unhealthiest .
Portsmouth also ranks badly on the health scale .
Large parts of Portsmouth have been ranked with a 10 making them some of the unhealthiest places in the country .
The area is filled with pubs , takeaways and places to buy cigarettes and lacks green space .
The city does however seem to have good access to health services .

Specialists at CDRC investigated wellbeing by monitoring pollution levels in each Hampshire neighbourhood, as well as the amount of parks and recreational spaces.
The availability of health services, such as GP surgeries and pharmacies, and the number of takeaways, pubs and gambling shops was also taken into account.
An interactive map has now been created to display the findings.
How does the map work?
The map tracks a CDRC's health index - also known as Access to Healthy Assets and Hazards (AHAH).
It takes into consideration:
Retail environment (access to fast food outlets, pubs, off-licences, tobacconists, gambling outlets)
Health services (access to GPs, hospitals, pharmacies, dentists, leisure services)
Physical environment (Blue Space, Green Space - Active, Green Space - Passive)
Air quality (Nitrogen Dioxide, Particulate Matter 10, Sulphur Dioxide).
Each of these factors is tracked and provides an overall AHAH score for that area.
The lower the school the healthier the area is, it appears blue on the map.
The higher scores are represented with red and indicates the town is less healthy than its blue counterparts.
Areas are also ranked one to 10 healthiest areas are given a rank of one while the unhealthiest regions are classed as a 10.
Map Key
If you want to check out your area in more detail you can view the whole map by clicking here.
This is how healthy each area of Hampshire is:
Southampton
Southampton is extremely unhealthy and has been given a score of 10, making it one of the worst performing areas in the whole UK.
The city is almost all shown as red on the map
Areas such as Freemantle and Shirley and Totton are particularly bad.
They are home to high numbers of, pubs, and off licences and takeaways.
The air quality across Southampton is as bad as in London in many places, the whole of the map ranks air quaility between 6-10.
Winchester
The map of Winchester shows a primarily blue area with pockets of yellow indicating the town in mostly healthy.
Springvale is by far the unhealthiest part of town with Harestock and Littleton coming in at joint second.
Stanmore and Oliver’s Battery are among the healthiest places in the UK ranking a score of one overall.
Whilst Winchesters air quality is still moderately high they secure the healthy low scores by having access to many health services.
Romsey
The West of Romsey has been ranked healthier than the East.
Cupernham took the top spot for the healthiest area whilst Whitenap and Crampmoor ranked the unhealthiest.
Andover
The town shows a mixture of blue, yellow and red on the map indicating that some areas are far healthier than others.
With a score ranging between one and two Andover Central ranks the healthiest in the town with Burghclere Down and Weyhill ranked the unhealthiest.
East Anton was neither particularly healthy nor unhealthy showing up as yellow on the map with a score of five.
Basingstoke
Basingstoke has a mixture colours on the map but the town has more blue and green areas than red indicating it is mostly healthy.
The northern parts of town are displaying blue, with areas such Chineham and Popley singled out as some of the healthiest places to live in the UK.
The lack of pubs and fastfood places contribute to these good scores.
On the other side of the scale are Viables and Kempshott which have been scored a 9 making them the unhealthiest places in Basingstoke.
The whole of Basingstoke shows up in various shades of red when analysing air pollution meaning the town has poor quality air.
Portsmouth
Portsmouth also ranks badly on the health scale.
Large parts of Portsmouth have been ranked with a 10 making them some of the unhealthiest places in the country.
The area is filled with pubs, takeaways and places to buy cigarettes and lacks green space.
The city does however seem to have good access to health services.


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--Funeral held for World’s Shortest Bus Driver

The funeral has been held for the World ’ s Shortest Bus Driver after he died of a heart attack @ @ @ @ @ gained the Guinness World Record in 2018 , died in hospital after he fell ill @ @ @ @ @ , Hampshire , on Tuesday .
His funeral took place at Kingston Cemetery , Portsmouth @ @ @ @ @ at Stagecoach have spoken of their shock at his death .
Colin Ashcroft , operations @ @ @ @ @ , said : “ An inspiration to us all , Frank was proud to serve @ @ @ @ @ without doubt he leaves many happy memories amongst his Stagecoach friends and colleagues , and @ @ @ @ @ as the little man with a big heart that captured us all.
” Mr Hachem @ @ @ @ @ Iraq and became a British citizen in 1996 , had achondroplasia – a common form @ @ @ @ @ 136.2cm ( 4ft 5in ) tall .
Mr Ashcroft added : “ He was the @ @ @ @ @ , showing that disability is no barrier .
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Frank Hachem, who gained the Guinness World Record in 2018, died in hospital after he fell ill at his home in Havant, Hampshire, on Tuesday.
Frank Hachem (Stagecoach/PA)
His funeral took place at Kingston Cemetery, Portsmouth, on Friday.
Colleagues at Stagecoach have spoken of their shock at his death.
Colin Ashcroft, operations manager for Stagecoach in Portsmouth, said: “An inspiration to us all, Frank was proud to serve Stagecoach and our communities and without doubt he leaves many happy memories amongst his Stagecoach friends and colleagues, and he will fondly be remembered as the little man with a big heart that captured us all.”
Frank Hachem (Stagecoach/PA)
Mr Hachem, who was born in Iraq and became a British citizen in 1996, had achondroplasia – a common form of dwarfism – and measured 136.2cm (4ft 5in) tall.
Mr Ashcroft added: “He was the most inspirational and friendliest man, showing that disability is no barrier.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--Haunted hotels in Hampshire to stay in this Halloween

HALLOWEEN is next weekend which means it is time to get into the spooky season .
The nights are about to get darker as the clocks go back , making it the perfect time for a frightful night away .
Various creepy and dark places can be visited in Hampshire , for a price , if you fancy trying you luck .
From green ladies to ghosts that sink into floorboards , here are some of Hampshire ’ s eeriest and most haunted places to stay .
This hotel dates back to 1795 and is a former coaching inn .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the ghost of the housekeeper who died in room 22 .
Residents claim she is often seen sitting up by the edge of the bed or heard walking down the corridor she is among three ghosts that have reportedly been sighted at the hotel .
this 13th century in is one of Lymington ’ s oldest and has more recently been reincarnated as a gastro pub complete with boutique bedrooms .
According to the book haunted Inns of England by Jack Hallam there have been sightings of a ghost in this hotel .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a coach driver and he is reportedly a tall grey-haired naval figure who haunts the bar area .
This Grade 2 listed hotel has stood in the heart of the city ’ s Old Town since 1751 .
Parts of the hotel are medieval and , with its vaulted cellars and creaky passageways - a perfect location for ghost hunting .
The hotel ’ s most active ghost appears to be the apparition of a young chambermaid named , Molly .
The story goes that Molly killed herself after her affections were spurned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in love with .
Molly has been witnessed wandering the halls of the hotel with her legs stuck below floor level .
Weary travellers have been well served here since 1617 including a royal visit by Charles 1 .
The warped wooden pillars as well as photos of bygone Andover add some The olde worlde atmosphere is apparent here with warped wooden pillars and creaking doors .
Visitors are urged to look out for a tall green lady who can be seen gliding along an upstairs corridor in the dead of night .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ here , the ghost has been described as `` not quite white , but semi-transparent '' .
No one has ever discovered the identities of the two ghouls and it is not know why they haunt this hotel .

The nights are about to get darker as the clocks go back, making it the perfect time for a frightful night away.
Various creepy and dark places can be visited in Hampshire, for a price, if you fancy trying you luck.
From green ladies to ghosts that sink into floorboards, here are some of Hampshire’s eeriest and most haunted places to stay.
The Bear Hotel, Havant
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This hotel dates back to 1795 and is a former coaching inn.
It is said to be haunted by the ghost of the housekeeper who died in room 22.
Residents claim she is often seen sitting up by the edge of the bed or heard walking down the corridor she is among three ghosts that have reportedly been sighted at the hotel.
The Angel & Blue Pig, Lymington
Google street view
this 13th century in is one of Lymington’s oldest and has more recently been reincarnated as a gastro pub complete with boutique bedrooms.
According to the book haunted Inns of England by Jack Hallam there have been sightings of a ghost in this hotel.
They believe the shadowy figure to be a coach driver and he is reportedly a tall grey-haired naval figure who haunts the bar area.
Dolphin Hotel, Southampton
Google Street View
This Grade 2 listed hotel has stood in the heart of the city’s Old Town since 1751.
Parts of the hotel are medieval and, with its vaulted cellars and creaky passageways - a perfect location for ghost hunting.
The hotel’s most active ghost appears to be the apparition of a young chambermaid named, Molly.
The story goes that Molly killed herself after her affections were spurned by a cruel young man she fell in love with.
Molly has been witnessed wandering the halls of the hotel with her legs stuck below floor level.
The White Hart, Andover
Google Street View
Weary travellers have been well served here since 1617 including a royal visit by Charles 1. The warped wooden pillars as well as photos of bygone Andover add some
The olde worlde atmosphere is apparent here with warped wooden pillars and creaking doors.
Visitors are urged to look out for a tall green lady who can be seen gliding along an upstairs corridor in the dead of night.
A male companion has also been spotted here, the ghost has been described as "not quite white, but semi-transparent".
No one has ever discovered the identities of the two ghouls and it is not know why they haunt this hotel.


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--Schools in Eastleigh praised despite Covid cases

SCHOOLS have been praised for their Covid response despite having the most cases .
Schools across the Hampshire have been reporting Covid cases directly to the county council , who run an online list of all the schools with positive tests .
Eastleigh schools have had the most cases in the region according to the Hampshire County Council data .
Despite this however , Eastleigh MP , Paul Holmes feels that the virus is being controlled successfully in schools .
He said : “ Since the start of term there have been 14 positive cases of COVID in Eastleigh schools @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of total cases across all Hampshire schools .
“ Given that there are over 20,000 students attending schools across Eastleigh , this number is remarkably low and is testament to the professionalism and expertise of our teachers .
“ The measures put in place have been successful in controlling the virus .
“ This is a tremendous achievement and I would like to pay tribute to all teaching staff.
” With winter fast approaching , Eastleigh Borough Councillor and County Councillor Keith House feels that a lockdown is needed to control the spread @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are now inevitably reaching schools due to the higher levels of infection in the community .
“ The numbers will vary from place to place and somewhere that is higher one week may be lower the next .
“ Our schools are working hard to reduce case transmission but now must be the time to consider in England , as Wales has announced , a two-week lockdown to reverse the progress of Covid .
”

Schools across the Hampshire have been reporting Covid cases directly to the county council, who run an online list of all the schools with positive tests.
Eastleigh schools have had the most cases in the region according to the Hampshire County Council data.
Despite this however, Eastleigh MP, Paul Holmes feels that the virus is being controlled successfully in schools.
He said: “Since the start of term there have been 14 positive cases of COVID in Eastleigh schools in total, representing nine per cent of total cases across all Hampshire schools.
“Given that there are over 20,000 students attending schools across Eastleigh, this number is remarkably low and is testament to the professionalism and expertise of our teachers.
“The measures put in place have been successful in controlling the virus.
“This is a tremendous achievement and I would like to pay tribute to all teaching staff.”
With winter fast approaching, Eastleigh Borough Councillor and County Councillor Keith House feels that a lockdown is needed to control the spread.
He said: “Covid cases are now inevitably reaching schools due to the higher levels of infection in the community.
“The numbers will vary from place to place and somewhere that is higher one week may be lower the next.
“Our schools are working hard to reduce case transmission but now must be the time to consider in England, as Wales has announced, a two-week lockdown to reverse the progress of Covid.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--Southampton Airport Runway Run will go ahead virtually

AN AIRPORT runway run has been resurrected and will take place virtually this year .
Southampton Airport 's annual Runway Run normally takes place on October 10 , but because of Covid restrictions that has n't been possible this year .
The airport has now teamed up with organisers Challenging Events to bring a new unique take on the 5km run .
• Airline return would be ‘ good news ’ for Southampton Airport From 9am , November 1 , a group of airport staff will take to the runway to complete the run , which will be streamed live @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Members of the public can take part remotely by downloading the STRAVA app , which includes a specific Southampton Runway Run challenge .
Steve Szalay , operations director at Southampton Airport , said : “ The Southampton Airport Runway Run is a fantastic event that has enabled us to welcome many of our neighbours from the local community on site for a very special challenge , so we were really disappointed that the original 2020 event could not go ahead in its normal format .
`` We decided to get together with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ alternative that would allow participants to still take part . ''
More than 900 unique 2020 runway run medals are available and funds raised will be used to support University Southampton Hospital ’ s new general intensive care unit .
Jeneen Thomsen , Interim Joint Director , Southampton Hospitals Charity said : “ Every year , the unit sees around 2,500 seriously ill patients in need of critical life-saving care , and over the last few months the unit has seen an additional pressure due to coronavirus .
`` The renovation of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ treated in an environment which matches the exemplary medical care provided , and this will only be possible through support from our community and corporate partners . ''
Entry costs £15 and although the run will take place on November 1 , anyone who wants to take part can do so at any time between then and December 1 .

Southampton Airport's annual Runway Run normally takes place on October 10, but because of Covid restrictions that hasn't been possible this year.
The airport has now teamed up with organisers Challenging Events to bring a new unique take on the 5km run.
From 9am, November 1, a group of airport staff will take to the runway to complete the run, which will be streamed live via Challenge Events’ social media channels.
Members of the public can take part remotely by downloading the STRAVA app, which includes a specific Southampton Runway Run challenge.
Steve Szalay, operations director at Southampton Airport, said: “The Southampton Airport Runway Run is a fantastic event that has enabled us to welcome many of our neighbours from the local community on site for a very special challenge, so we were really disappointed that the original 2020 event could not go ahead in its normal format.
"We decided to get together with Challenging Events to come up with an alternative that would allow participants to still take part."
More than 900 unique 2020 runway run medals are available and funds raised will be used to support University Southampton Hospital’s new general intensive care unit.
Jeneen Thomsen, Interim Joint Director, Southampton Hospitals Charity said: “Every year, the unit sees around 2,500 seriously ill patients in need of critical life-saving care, and over the last few months the unit has seen an additional pressure due to coronavirus.
"The renovation of the department will ensure that patients will be treated in an environment which matches the exemplary medical care provided, and this will only be possible through support from our community and corporate partners."
Entry costs £15 and although the run will take place on November 1, anyone who wants to take part can do so at any time between then and December 1.


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--List: Southampton businesses offering free hot meals to children

DOZENS of Hampshire businesses are pulling together to help support those in need in Southampton .
Businesses and Southampton City Council revealed that they would be helping youngsters after the Government voted against footballer Marcus Rashford ’ s bid to have free school meals for eligible children extended through the half term .
Labour 's motion , which called for the scheme to be extended over the school holidays until Easter 2021 , was defeated by 261 votes to 322 – a majority of 61 .
All Hampshire MPs - except Southampton Test MP Alan Whitehead and Portsmouth South MP @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Here is a list of all the businesses offering free meals this half term ... • Testlands Support Project ( Testlands Hub ) - Families from Millbrook , Redbridge and Coxford will be able to collect a food bag at reception • Vunkies - one hot meal a day to under 16s - inbox on Facebook • Lakaz Maman - October 26 to 30 - 5pm to 6pm collection - email info @ lakazmaman.com to order • The Lovely Little Cafe - October half term - A range of free meals for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - 11.30am to 2pm- October 26 to 30 - Sausage and chips , mushy peas and two pieces of fruit If your businesses is offering free meals or helping in other ways , email emily.liddell @ dailyecho.co.uk to be added to the list .

Businesses and Southampton City Council revealed that they would be helping youngsters after the Government voted against footballer Marcus Rashford’s bid to have free school meals for eligible children extended through the half term.
Labour's motion, which called for the scheme to be extended over the school holidays until Easter 2021, was defeated by 261 votes to 322 – a majority of 61.
All Hampshire MPs - except Southampton Test MP Alan Whitehead and Portsmouth South MP Stephen Morgan - voted against the motion.
Here is a list of all the businesses offering free meals this half term...
Kuti's Brasserie - 12pm to 2.30pm - half term
Eastleigh FC Boycey's Bistro - 4pm to 6pm - October 28
Robins Nest Emporium - 12pm to 2pm - October 26 to 30
Behave & Graze - lunch box collection - October 27 and October 30
Southampton Lighthouse International Church - food parcel - email office@slic.church
Lowford Fish Bar - kids eat free - sausage or fishcake with chips
Testlands Support Project (Testlands Hub) - Families from Millbrook, Redbridge and Coxford will be able to collect a food bag at reception
Vunkies - one hot meal a day to under 16s - inbox on Facebook
Wonderberrys, Burseldon - free lunch box - collection
Lakaz Maman - October 26 to 30 - 5pm to 6pm collection - email info@lakazmaman.com to order
Masala Madness - October 27 to 30 - 3pm to 5pm - email masallamadness@gmail.com
Dhaba 59 - October half term - contact to book
The Lovely Little Cafe - October half term - A range of free meals for kids
Hamble Lane Fish and Chips - 11.30am to 2pm- October 26 to 30 - Sausage and chips, mushy peas and two pieces of fruit
Harveys of Hythe - October half term - free lunch bags
Totton AFC - October 26 to 30 -Free meals at Snows Stadium, Totton
Uni Kebab - October 26 to 30 - Free meals
Sonny's Traditional Fish and Chips - October 26 to 30 - 11.30am to 2pm free meals
Netley Nibbles Cafe - October 26 to 30 - free jacket potato meal and drink for kids
The Navigator - October 26 to 30 - Kids eat free
Pat's Sandwich Bar - October 26 to November 1 - Kinds eat free
Cafe Thrive - October 26 to 30 - 12pm to 2.30pm - Free packed lunch
If your businesses is offering free meals or helping in other ways, email emily.liddell@dailyecho.co.uk to be added to the list.


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--Seven detained after armed forces board Nave Andromeda

SEVEN people have been detained after armed forces personnel boarded an oil tanker off the Isle of Wight , following reports its crew had been threatened by stowaways .
Hampshire police had requested military assistance in dealing with the situation on board the 228-metre Nave Andromeda .
The Ministry of Defence announced on Twitter on Sunday night : “ In response to a police request , the Defence Secretary and Home Secretary authorised Armed Forces personnel to board a ship in the English Channel to safeguard life and secure a ship that was subject to suspected hijacking .
“ Armed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and seven individuals have been detained .
“ Police investigations will now continue .
Initial reports confirm the crew are safe and well.
” Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said : “ I commend the hard work of the armed forces and police to protect lives and secure the ship .
“ In dark skies , and worsening weather , we should all be grateful for our brave personnel .
People are safe tonight thanks to their efforts.
” Home Secretary Priti Patel said : “ Tonight we are thankful for the quick and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ forces who were able to bring this situation under control , guaranteeing the safety of all those on board.
” Speaking shortly before the military action was confirmed by the MoD , Bob Sanguinetti , chief executive of the UK Chamber of Shipping , said : “ We understand the vessel has been boarded by security forces and made safe .
“ We commend the swift action taken by UK personnel to secure the vessel and most importantly the safety crew.
” Tobias Ellwood , chairman of the Commons Defence Committee , said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ good outcome ” .
He told BBC News : “ Seven stowaways on board taking over a ship or causing the ship not to be in full command would have triggered a multi-agency alarm and then well-rehearsed classified protocols were then put into action .
”

Hampshire police had requested military assistance in dealing with the situation on board the 228-metre Nave Andromeda.
The Ministry of Defence announced on Twitter on Sunday night: “In response to a police request, the Defence Secretary and Home Secretary authorised Armed Forces personnel to board a ship in the English Channel to safeguard life and secure a ship that was subject to suspected hijacking.
“Armed forces have gained control of the ship and seven individuals have been detained.
“Police investigations will now continue. Initial reports confirm the crew are safe and well.”
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said: “I commend the hard work of the armed forces and police to protect lives and secure the ship.
“In dark skies, and worsening weather, we should all be grateful for our brave personnel. People are safe tonight thanks to their efforts.”
Home Secretary Priti Patel said: “Tonight we are thankful for the quick and decisive action of our police and armed forces who were able to bring this situation under control, guaranteeing the safety of all those on board.”
Speaking shortly before the military action was confirmed by the MoD, Bob Sanguinetti, chief executive of the UK Chamber of Shipping, said: “We understand the vessel has been boarded by security forces and made safe.
“We commend the swift action taken by UK personnel to secure the vessel and most importantly the safety crew.”
Tobias Ellwood, chairman of the Commons Defence Committee, said the boarding of the tanker was a “good outcome”.
He told BBC News: “Seven stowaways on board taking over a ship or causing the ship not to be in full command would have triggered a multi-agency alarm and then well-rehearsed classified protocols were then put into action.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--Nave Andromeda 'seized by hijackers' on its way to Southampton

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thedailyecho--2020-10-25--MP confirms 'hijacking' incident in the Solent would be treated as “marine counter-terrorism”

AN ISLE-of-Wight MP has confirmed that the ongoing 'hijacking ' incident in the Solent would be treated as “ marine counter-terrorism ” .
Bob Seely , Conservative MP for the Isle of Wight , said the incident would be treated as a “ marine counter-terrorism ” incident and a meeting of the government Cobra emergency committee would be held to discuss the response .
He said he expected specialist units to be scrambled to handle the situation .
• Major security incident as oil tanker 'seized by hijackers ' off Isle of Wight It comes as police and coastguard teams @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Liberian-registered Nave Andromeda crude oil tanker south of Sandown .
The incident is currently underway onboard the Nave Andromeda vessel , which was due to arrive in Southampton this morning .
Bob Seely said to Sky News : “ Despite being told not to drop anchor , the skipper has dropped anchor and the ship may be now under the control of stowaways on the ship .
“ I suspect because of the nature of this it will be treated as marine counter-terrorism and the number of people in the UK who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ relevant units will be looking at options no doubt as to what we could be doing.
” Southampton MP Royston Smith described the incident as shocking .
He told a Daily Echo reporter : `` This is a shocking incident particularly so close to home .
`` I know our emergency services will be handling this in the professional way they always do and my thoughts are with those crew members who are on the ship .
`` I hope this situation is brought to a safe and successful conclusion as quickly as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ live blog to receive live updates as we get them ...

Bob Seely, Conservative MP for the Isle of Wight, said the incident would be treated as a “marine counter-terrorism” incident and a meeting of the government Cobra emergency committee would be held to discuss the response.
He said he expected specialist units to be scrambled to handle the situation.
It comes as police and coastguard teams are dealing with an incident on board the Liberian-registered Nave Andromeda crude oil tanker south of Sandown.
The incident is currently underway onboard the Nave Andromeda vessel, which was due to arrive in Southampton this morning.
Bob Seely said to Sky News: “Despite being told not to drop anchor, the skipper has dropped anchor and the ship may be now under the control of stowaways on the ship.
“I suspect because of the nature of this it will be treated as marine counter-terrorism and the number of people in the UK who do that are very limited and the relevant units will be looking at options no doubt as to what we could be doing.”
Southampton MP Royston Smith described the incident as shocking.
He told a Daily Echo reporter: "This is a shocking incident particularly so close to home.
"I know our emergency services will be handling this in the professional way they always do and my thoughts are with those crew members who are on the ship.
"I hope this situation is brought to a safe and successful conclusion as quickly as possible.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-25--Major security incident as oil tanker 'seized by hijackers' off Isle of Wight

Police have confirmed an incident on board a vessel off the Isle of Wight following reports of an attempted hijacking of an oil tanker .
The incident is reported to have taken place aboard the Liberian-registered Nave Andromeda crude oil tanker south of Sandown , according to Isle of Wight Radio .
A Hampshire police spokesman said : “ We are aware and dealing with an ongoing incident on board a vessel which is situated south of the Isle of Wight .
• LIVE : Click here to see live updates on the incident > > > “ We will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are in a position to do so.
” A spokeswoman for Associated British Ports ( ABP ) , which runs Southampton port , said they had not had any contact with the vessel and they had no further comment .
It is understood that the 228-metre tanker had been expected to dock in Southampton at 10.30am on Sunday .
Two coastguard helicopters have been scrambled to the scene and were spotted circling the ship on Sunday afternoon , and an exclusion zone was set up in the area south of Sandown .
A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ currently assisting Hampshire Constabulary with an incident on board a vessel situated off the Isle of Wight .
“ The search and rescue helicopters from Lee on Solent and Lydd are in attendance.
” A spokeswoman for the Home Office said it is aware of the incident .

The incident is reported to have taken place aboard the Liberian-registered Nave Andromeda crude oil tanker south of Sandown, according to Isle of Wight Radio.
A Hampshire police spokesman said: “We are aware and dealing with an ongoing incident on board a vessel which is situated south of the Isle of Wight.
#HIJACK attempt: Tanker involved is the NAVE ANDROMEDA, Liberian-flag IMO 9580405, 75,000 DWT, owned in Greece. UK #Navy SBS Special Boat Service team has been activated, a UK Coast Guard helo is in the area. Scene is very near the UK's biggest #naval base https://t.co/dxTZ4T4LFA pic.twitter.com/pbEdmYeJwO — Chris Cavas (@CavasShips) October 25, 2020
“We will provide you with further updates when we are in a position to do so.”
A spokeswoman for Associated British Ports (ABP), which runs Southampton port, said they had not had any contact with the vessel and they had no further comment.
It is understood that the 228-metre tanker had been expected to dock in Southampton at 10.30am on Sunday.
Two coastguard helicopters have been scrambled to the scene and were spotted circling the ship on Sunday afternoon, and an exclusion zone was set up in the area south of Sandown.
A Coastguard spokeswoman said: “We are currently assisting Hampshire Constabulary with an incident on board a vessel situated off the Isle of Wight.
“The search and rescue helicopters from Lee on Solent and Lydd are in attendance.”
A spokeswoman for the Home Office said it is aware of the incident.