thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Hampshire Fire service attended more non-fire incidents than fires in 2019

New figures have revealed that firefighters in Hampshire attended more non-fire incidents than fires in 2019 .
The Fire Brigade Union has said this difference is due in part to an increase in flood-based incidents as fire services “ battle the sharp end of climate change ” as well as the role crews continue to play in the pandemic efforts .
According to Home Office data , Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service attended 4,259 non-fire incidents in 2019-20 , representing a 2 % increase on the previous year .
This was compared to 3,883 fires , over the same period @ @ @ @ @ @ @ last year . )
As well as flooding , examples of non-fire related incidents dealt with by crews fire include ; road traffic collisions , animal-related issues , suicide attempts , hazardous substances and rescuing people who have become trapped or stranded .
Across England and Wales , fire crews responded to 172,000 non-fire related incidents in 2019-20 – a 6 % rise compared to 2018-19 , and 12 % compared to a decade ago .
Matt Wrack , general secretary of the Fire Brigade Union , said : “ We have seen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ likely linked to the mass flooding emergencies across the country over last winter .
“ Widespread flooding in the last year and recent wildfires have shown that firefighters are battling the sharp end of climate change .
`` Their work should be properly recognised with a statutory duty to respond to floods in England and the proper funding of their service . ''
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service was called to 15,247 incidents last year in total , with fires making up just 25 % of these .
When lockdown measured were introduced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the task of delivering supplies to vulnerable people , an activity that has continued into September .
Mr Wrack praised the role fire crews have played in lockdown , adding that they `` can be proud of stepping up during the coronavirus pandemic , all while still responding to fires and other emergencies . ''
The Daily Echo contacted Hampshire Fire and Rescue for comment but had not received a response at the time of publication .

The Fire Brigade Union has said this difference is due in part to an increase in flood-based incidents as fire services “battle the sharp end of climate change” as well as the role crews continue to play in the pandemic efforts.
According to Home Office data, Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service attended 4,259 non-fire incidents in 2019-20, representing a 2% increase on the previous year.
This was compared to 3,883 fires, over the same period (a 12% decrease compared to last year.)
As well as flooding, examples of non-fire related incidents dealt with by crews fire include; road traffic collisions, animal-related issues, suicide attempts, hazardous substances and rescuing people who have become trapped or stranded.
Across England and Wales, fire crews responded to 172,000 non-fire related incidents in 2019-20 – a 6% rise compared to 2018-19, and 12% compared to a decade ago.
Matt Wrack, general secretary of the Fire Brigade Union, said: “We have seen a significant increase in flooding incidents, likely linked to the mass flooding emergencies across the country over last winter.
“Widespread flooding in the last year and recent wildfires have shown that firefighters are battling the sharp end of climate change.
"Their work should be properly recognised with a statutory duty to respond to floods in England and the proper funding of their service."
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service was called to 15,247 incidents last year in total, with fires making up just 25% of these.
When lockdown measured were introduced in March, firefighters were also allocated the task of delivering supplies to vulnerable people, an activity that has continued into September.
Mr Wrack praised the role fire crews have played in lockdown, adding that they "can be proud of stepping up during the coronavirus pandemic, all while still responding to fires and other emergencies."
The Daily Echo contacted Hampshire Fire and Rescue for comment but had not received a response at the time of publication.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Three saved after dinghy suffers engine failure near Hurst Castle

A LIFEBOAT rescued three people stranded aboard an inflatable dinghy that had suffered engine failure .
The Lymington-based David Bradley @ @ @ @ @ , an area of water which forms part of the extensive marshland between Keyhaven and @ @ @ @ @ prevented the lifeboat from reaching the dinghy .
Two members of the crew walked across @ @ @ @ @ the casualties were not suffering from hypothermia or any injuries .
They then proceeded to @ @ @ @ @ marshland to the lifeboat , which towed it to Fishermen Quay in Keyhaven .
Helmsman @ @ @ @ @ The people on board the dinghy did the right thing by staying in the boat @ @ @ @ @ across the marshes . ''

The Lymington-based David Bradley was called to Mount Lake, an area of water which forms part of the extensive marshland between Keyhaven and Hurst Castle.
Tidal conditions prevented the lifeboat from reaching the dinghy.
Two members of the crew walked across the marshes to check that the casualties were not suffering from hypothermia or any injuries.
They then proceeded to pull the dinghy across the marshland to the lifeboat, which towed it to Fishermen Quay in Keyhaven.
Helmsman John Husband said: "The people on board the dinghy did the right thing by staying in the boat and not trying to walk across the marshes."


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Two arrested after drive-by 'shooting' outside Shirley Post Office, Southampton

TWO people have been arrested following a `` shooting '' outside a Southampton post office .
Police have arrested a 17-year-old boy from Bournemouth and a 25-year-old man from Derby following an alleged shooting in Shirley Avenue .
A 57-year-old from Southampton reported to have been shot at after walking out of Shirley Post Office at around 11am on Wednesday .
• Man pointed gun at people and left them 'scared and shaking ' in Southampton shop The 25-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of possessing an imitation firearm in a public place , Section 18 GBH , have imitation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ possession of Class B drugs – cannabis .
Meanwhile , the 17-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 GBH , possession of an imitation firearm in a public place and the possession of Class B drugs - cannabis .
Commenting at the time , a police spokesperson said : “ Officers are investigating after receiving a report of a firearms incident on Shirley Avenue at 11.7am today ( September 23 ) .
“ A 57-year-old man is alleged to have been shot by an air pistol .
• Boy just 13 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • Southampton man 'shot ' in head by gang of youths “ We believe this to be an isolated incident and the threat to the public is low but we treat incidents like this very seriously.
” Anyone who witnessed what happened or has any information is urged to call 101 quoting 44200369216 .

Police have arrested a 17-year-old boy from Bournemouth and a 25-year-old man from Derby following an alleged shooting in Shirley Avenue.
A 57-year-old from Southampton reported to have been shot at after walking out of Shirley Post Office at around 11am on Wednesday.
The 25-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of possessing an imitation firearm in a public place, Section 18 GBH, have imitation firearm with intent to use it and possession of Class B drugs – cannabis.
Meanwhile, the 17-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 GBH, possession of an imitation firearm in a public place and the possession of Class B drugs - cannabis.
Commenting at the time, a police spokesperson said: “Officers are investigating after receiving a report of a firearms incident on Shirley Avenue at 11.7am today (September 23).
“A 57-year-old man is alleged to have been shot by an air pistol.
“We believe this to be an isolated incident and the threat to the public is low but we treat incidents like this very seriously.”
Anyone who witnessed what happened or has any information is urged to call 101 quoting 44200369216.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Jeremy Clarkson drove my 1966 Lotus Cortina on The Grand Tour

THIS 1966 Lotus Cortina was driven by ultimate petrolhead Jeremy Clarkson during filming for his hit motoring show The Grand Tour .
It 's the dream car of Iain Blair from Fair Oak , who was able to go along to filming at Cadwell Park , a motor racing circuit in Lincolnshire , to see his motor in action .
He could n't resist snapping up the classic car eight years ago after first admiring it on a Hampshire garage forecourt as a boy .
He told the Daily Echo : `` It was a dream come true as I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ago as a schoolboy visiting the old Chandlers Ford Hendy Ford dealership as my brother used to work there at the time .
`` I was brought up on Fast Fords but this particular car was a vision that etched itself in my mind . ''
Iain also owns an Aston Martin Vanquish and describes his two motors as the dream two car garage !
Over the years , he 's owned some of the best performance cars from BMW M3 , M4 and M5s to Ford Escort RS Cosworths .
But the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ never even considering selling .
He said : `` The 1966 Lotus Cortina will never be sold all the time I 'm alive , its more than a car , its got a personality and a character of its own .
`` Cars have given me the opportunity to meet some amazing people that share experiences , stories and memorable moments in their lives .
Some cars are part of the family , part of the furniture and I have personally been in tears watching cars I have sold that looking back I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ what cars mean to people , '' Iain added .
The furthest Iain has driven the Lotus is to Goodwood for the Revival , which he highly recommends as a must visit day out for classic car enthusiasts .
`` The cars , the characters , the themes and the atmosphere is like nothing else I have experienced , '' he said .
Iain is also a supporter of the Concorde Classics car show at The Concorde Club , the annual event at the Stoneham Lane venue which boosts the coffers of Naomi @ @ @ @ @

It's the dream car of Iain Blair from Fair Oak, who was able to go along to filming at Cadwell Park, a motor racing circuit in Lincolnshire, to see his motor in action.
He couldn't resist snapping up the classic car eight years ago after first admiring it on a Hampshire garage forecourt as a boy.
He told the Daily Echo: "It was a dream come true as I first encountered the Lotus Cortina many years ago as a schoolboy visiting the old Chandlers Ford Hendy Ford dealership as my brother used to work there at the time.
"I was brought up on Fast Fords but this particular car was a vision that etched itself in my mind."
Iain also owns an Aston Martin Vanquish and describes his two motors as the dream two car garage!
Over the years, he's owned some of the best performance cars from BMW M3, M4 and M5s to Ford Escort RS Cosworths.
But the Lotus is the only car he'd never even considering selling.
He said: "The 1966 Lotus Cortina will never be sold all the time I'm alive, its more than a car, its got a personality and a character of its own.
"Cars have given me the opportunity to meet some amazing people that share experiences, stories and memorable moments in their lives. Some cars are part of the family, part of the furniture and I have personally been in tears watching cars I have sold that looking back I really shouldn't have - that's what cars mean to people," Iain added.
The furthest Iain has driven the Lotus is to Goodwood for the Revival, which he highly recommends as a must visit day out for classic car enthusiasts.
"The cars, the characters, the themes and the atmosphere is like nothing else I have experienced," he said.
Iain is also a supporter of the Concorde Classics car show at The Concorde Club, the annual event at the Stoneham Lane venue which boosts the coffers of Naomi House children's hospice.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Autumn in your gardens in Southampton

Autumn in your gardens in Southampton

YOUR gardens across Southampton are still looking glorious into the autumn .
It 's a great time for giant sunflowers @ @ @ @ @ the Indian Summer followed by intermittent rain this week .
Arthur Sainsbury from West End @ @ @ @ @ house to his West End home .
Pamela Mary Bell 's garden in Shirley is @ @ @ @ @ .
Residents at Sunrise in Bassett have won a contest for the best sunflower among @ @ @ @ @ .
Poppy and Alice Menzies are enjoying the autumn flowers in their garden in Shirley @

It's a great time for giant sunflowers and plants should benefit from the Indian Summer followed by intermittent rain this week.
Arthur Sainsbury from West End has added a lovely summer house to his West End home.
Pamela Mary Bell's garden in Shirley is proving perfect for growing sunflowers.
Residents at Sunrise in Bassett have won a contest for the best sunflower among care homes in the region.
Poppy and Alice Menzies are enjoying the autumn flowers in their garden in Shirley.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Premier League matches beamed into booths at Southampton bar Grumpy Monkey

FOR Saints fans missing their matchday fix , the next best thing is just across the park from St Mary 's .
Grumpy Monkey , the popular bar and lounge in Guildhall Square , shows Premier League matches and all manner of other sporting occasions on your own TV in booths perfect for six .
The spacious venue is the perfect spot for 2020 drinking with a capacity of 150 even during Covid times , high ceilings and private booths with a TV for your own bubble as well as a number of other HD screens dotted around .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2019 , enjoys 2 for 1 cocktails from 5pm until close on weekdays , DJ sets and live music , as well as an upstairs lounge and bar area .
There are a choice of 30 gins stocked behind the bar , San Miguel is the most popular lager and the speciality grumpy burgers go down a storm alongside a selection of other comfort food and pub grub favourites .
General manager James Craig Lewington , who previously managed Tapas Barcelona on the same site and spearheaded the opening of Grumpy Monkey , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nearly six months of forced coronavirus closure .
He said : `` I 'm not going to lie , it 's been testing .
We 've had to adapt , but we 're glad to be back and the feedback has been really positive from our clientele .
`` We like to think we provide a bit of an escape .
People are saying we 've been able to recreate the same atmosphere and vibe they 've been used to .
The reality is easy to see outside , but our customers can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ relax in front of the telly or listen to the DJ and it 's a bit of a getaway for them .
All we want is to give them a good time . ''
Part of the family run local Delicious Dining group , which also includes the likes of Grand Cafe , Ennios and Banana Wharf , Grumpy Monkey will soon reveal plans for expansion and a new VIP bar .
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Grumpy Monkey, the popular bar and lounge in Guildhall Square, shows Premier League matches and all manner of other sporting occasions on your own TV in booths perfect for six.
The spacious venue is the perfect spot for 2020 drinking with a capacity of 150 even during Covid times, high ceilings and private booths with a TV for your own bubble as well as a number of other HD screens dotted around.
The vibrant bar, which opened in April 2019, enjoys 2 for 1 cocktails from 5pm until close on weekdays, DJ sets and live music, as well as an upstairs lounge and bar area.
There are a choice of 30 gins stocked behind the bar, San Miguel is the most popular lager and the speciality grumpy burgers go down a storm alongside a selection of other comfort food and pub grub favourites.
General manager James Craig Lewington, who previously managed Tapas Barcelona on the same site and spearheaded the opening of Grumpy Monkey, told the Daily Echo about reopening after nearly six months of forced coronavirus closure.
He said: "I'm not going to lie, it's been testing. We've had to adapt, but we're glad to be back and the feedback has been really positive from our clientele.
"We like to think we provide a bit of an escape. People are saying we've been able to recreate the same atmosphere and vibe they've been used to. The reality is easy to see outside, but our customers can chill out, enjoy good cocktails, relax in front of the telly or listen to the DJ and it's a bit of a getaway for them. All we want is to give them a good time."
Part of the family run local Delicious Dining group, which also includes the likes of Grand Cafe, Ennios and Banana Wharf, Grumpy Monkey will soon reveal plans for expansion and a new VIP bar.
To feature in pub of the week, fill in the form at dailyecho.co.uk/pub-of-the-week, email lorelei.reddin@dailyecho.co.uk or call 023 8042 4711.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Eastleigh BID supports Southampton Airport runway extension

An Eastleigh organisation has voiced its support for the runway extension at Southampton Airport .
The airport want to expand @ @ @ @ @ to allow for larger aircraft .
The amount of people flying has dropped dramatically since @ @ @ @ @ and this runway is said to be essential for the airports survival .
Eastleigh BID @ @ @ @ @ have now come out in support of the proposed works stating how important the airport @ @ @ @ @ .
A statement from BID on the airport website reads : `` The loss of @ @ @ @ @ Covid 19 has had a devastating effect on the airport .
`` We have yet @ @ @ @ @ the local economy has been affected .
`` The opportunity to develop the airport , @ @ @ @ @ to the area is fundamental to the recovery of the local economy . ''
BID @ @ @ @ @ will bring jobs and money into the local area and benefit local businesses .

The airport want to expand the runway by 150 metres to allow for larger aircraft.
The amount of people flying has dropped dramatically since the start of the pandemic and this runway is said to be essential for the airports survival.
Eastleigh BID (Business Improvement District) have now come out in support of the proposed works stating how important the airport is to the local economy.
A statement from BID on the airport website reads: "The loss of Flybe and subsequent impact of Covid 19 has had a devastating effect on the airport.
"We have yet to see just how badly the local economy has been affected.
"The opportunity to develop the airport, attract new companies and passengers to the area is fundamental to the recovery of the local economy."
BID is confident that the extension will bring jobs and money into the local area and benefit local businesses.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Fewer homes could be built in Fareham under new Government rules

NEARLY 2000 fewer homes will be built in Fareham over the next 20 years due to new legislation being drafted by the Government .
It would mean that the borough council still need to find space for 403 houses a year until 2037 - down from 520 .
The lower number could mean the council can scrap plans to build on land south of Fareham or west of Downend Road .
Other proposed housing sites previously earmarked as part of its draft local plan have also been cut , including : Rookery Farm , Swanwick ; Newgate Lane South , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pinks Hill , Wallington ; Military Road , Wallington and North Wallington and Standard Way , Wallington .
Fareham Borough Council leader Sean Woodward , said : `` I am delighted that the intense lobbying that I undertook on behalf of the Borough with both ministers and civil servants has borne fruit in the Government 's latest proposed method for calculating the requirement for new homes resulting in a very significant reduction in Fareham 's requirements .
`` Preserving our Strategic Gaps has always been a very high priority for me and for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Plan does just that .
I hope it will be supported by our residents , many of whom are just as passionate about these issues . ''
However , the council noted that new plans being looked at by the Government have not yet been finalised .
Cllr Woodward added : `` The Council is aware that the formula might be subject to revision however the difference for Fareham is so significant that it would seem irresponsible to ignore the changes being proposed .
We do not plan to submit the Local Plan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Government ’ s consultation are both known and enacted . ''
The draft plans will be considered by councillors on October 1 , before a public consultation is launched .

It would mean that the borough council still need to find space for 403 houses a year until 2037 - down from 520.
The lower number could mean the council can scrap plans to build on land south of Fareham or west of Downend Road.
Other proposed housing sites previously earmarked as part of its draft local plan have also been cut, including: Rookery Farm, Swanwick; Newgate Lane South, Peel Common; Romsey Avenu Portchester; Pinks Hill, Wallington; Military Road, Wallington and North Wallington and Standard Way, Wallington.
Fareham Borough Council leader Sean Woodward, said: "I am delighted that the intense lobbying that I undertook on behalf of the Borough with both ministers and civil servants has borne fruit in the Government's latest proposed method for calculating the requirement for new homes resulting in a very significant reduction in Fareham's requirements.
"Preserving our Strategic Gaps has always been a very high priority for me and for the Council and the proposed new Local Plan does just that. I hope it will be supported by our residents, many of whom are just as passionate about these issues."
However, the council noted that new plans being looked at by the Government have not yet been finalised.
Cllr Woodward added: " The Council is aware that the formula might be subject to revision however the difference for Fareham is so significant that it would seem irresponsible to ignore the changes being proposed. We do not plan to submit the Local Plan for consideration until after the results of the Government’s consultation are both known and enacted."
The draft plans will be considered by councillors on October 1, before a public consultation is launched.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Hedge End club continues fundraising despite pandemic

A Hedge End club has been continuing with it 's community events despite lockdown .
At Hedge End Rotary , members run a number of regular fund raising events , along with other events aimed at supporting the local community and humanitarian causes throughout the world .
They are part of a global network of rotary clubs with over 1.2 million members .
When the pandemic came along , the club had to cancel some of their events and move their meetings online .
Despite this though , they managed to continue helping the local community through delivering surgical scrubs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well as donating to local charities .
They have also supported the International Rotary response to the explosion in Beirut , donating money towards helping hospitals in the area .
They have several events coming up in the future and are determined to continue their work .
A member of the club said : `` As with everyone else we are hoping that we will be able to get back to meeting up and taking part in activities again some time soon , but we have discovered that there are many ways that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still enjoy meeting together . ''

At Hedge End Rotary, members run a number of regular fund raising events, along with other events aimed at supporting the local community and humanitarian causes throughout the world.
They are part of a global network of rotary clubs with over 1.2 million members.
When the pandemic came along, the club had to cancel some of their events and move their meetings online.
Despite this though, they managed to continue helping the local community through delivering surgical scrubs for local hospitals and surgeries, as well as donating to local charities.
They have also supported the International Rotary response to the explosion in Beirut, donating money towards helping hospitals in the area.
They have several events coming up in the future and are determined to continue their work.
A member of the club said: "As with everyone else we are hoping that we will be able to get back to meeting up and taking part in activities again some time soon, but we have discovered that there are many ways that we continue to be of service and still enjoy meeting together."


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Armed forces veterans will have their pension records digitised

A HAMPSHIRE MP has received assurance from the government that armed forces veterans will have their pension records digitised following @ @ @ @ @ lost .
Speaking in Parliament , Meon Valley MP Flick Drummond asked for an update @ @ @ @ @ by the minister , Johnny Mercer , that a £25 million contract to digitise all @ @ @ @ @ provides was now in place and he admitted some veterans had received a poor experience @ @ @ @ @ the South East Veterans Advisory and Pension Committee and was concerned about shelves of paper @ @ @ @ @ Veterans UK in Lancashire .
Files were lost and , on one occasion , a @ @ @ @ @ was stolen and the files never recovered which meant they all had to be replaced @ @ @ @ @ I am very pleased this contract is now signed and the process of leaving behind @ @ @ @ @ ongoing at Veterans UK , ” said Flick .

Speaking in Parliament, Meon Valley MP Flick Drummond asked for an update on progress and was told by the minister, Johnny Mercer, that a £25 million contract to digitise all the services that Veterans UK provides was now in place and he admitted some veterans had received a poor experience.
Flick was chair of the South East Veterans Advisory and Pension Committee and was concerned about shelves of paper files at the Headquarters of Veterans UK in Lancashire.
Files were lost and, on one occasion, a van carrying veterans’ documents was stolen and the files never recovered which meant they all had to be replaced causing further delay.
“I am very pleased this contract is now signed and the process of leaving behind rooms full of paper is ongoing at Veterans UK,” said Flick.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Boy arrested following sexual assault in Coxford, Southampton

A BOY has been arrested following allegations of a serious sexual assault in Southampton .
A large police presence has been seen in a wooded area just off of Coxford Road in Coxford .
Hampshire Police has now confirmed that officers in the area are investigating allegations of a serious sexual assault , reported to have taken place in the Tanners Brook area of the city just between 6.45pm and 8pm yesterday .
A 14-year-old boy from Southampton has been arrested in connection with the incident .
• Police cordon off area of woodland near Coxford Road in Southampton Three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seen parked alongside the road next to woods by Wings restaurant .
The gated entrance into the area has been taped up , stopping residents from passing through .
A local man , who has asked not to be named , told our reporter at the scene this morning : `` [ Police ] have been here since this morning as far as I know .
`` We 're not sure what 's happened but they have been coming and going through the woods and field all morning . ''
Another resident explained @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' , there are `` never normally this many police '' .
He added that the scene was `` surprising '' .
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said : `` Officers are investigating an allegation of a serious sexual assault that was reported to have taken place in the Tanners Brook area of Southampton just before 9pm yesterday , ( 24 Sept ) .
`` A 14-year-old boy from Southampton has been arrested in connection with this incident .
`` Officers are in the area today conducting further enquiries . ''

A large police presence has been seen in a wooded area just off of Coxford Road in Coxford.
Hampshire Police has now confirmed that officers in the area are investigating allegations of a serious sexual assault, reported to have taken place in the Tanners Brook area of the city just between 6.45pm and 8pm on Thursday.
A 14-year-old boy from Southampton has been arrested in connection with the incident.
Three police cars and a van have been seen parked alongside the road next to woods by Wings restaurant.
The gated entrance into the area has been taped up, stopping residents from passing through.
A local man, who has asked not to be named, told our reporter at the scene this morning: "[Police] have been here since this morning as far as I know.
"We're not sure what's happened but they have been coming and going through the woods and field all morning."
Another resident explained that although "crime often happens locally", there are "never normally this many police". He added that the scene was "surprising".
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said: "Officers are investigating an allegation of a serious sexual assault that was reported to have taken place in the Tanners Brook area of Southampton just before 9pm yesterday, (24 Sept).
"A 14-year-old boy from Southampton has been arrested in connection with this incident.
"Officers are in the area today conducting further enquiries."


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Staff member at Dancing Man Brewery awaiting result of coronavirus test

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

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


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

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

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


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Plan to merge Itchen college and City College Southampton is blocked

AMBITIOUS plans to merge two Southampton colleges have been blocked by the Department for Education in a move which has been branded a lost opportunity .
The proposed amalgamation of Itchen College and City College Southampton has been scrapped after the Education Skills Funding Agency ( ESFA ) refused to support the scheme , citing uncertainty surrounding its financial viability .
The decision , which affects more than 6,000 students , has caused anger and disappointment across the city .
Royston Smith , Tory MP for Southampton Itchen , said : “ I am very disappointed by the news that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the merger .
`` It presented a great opportunity to bring together two well regarded further education providers in our city .
`` I saw this as a crucial opportunity to partner academic and vocational courses , to create a really strong offer for local people .
“ I made it clear to ministers that I thought this merger was the right way forward . ''
Cllr Darren Paffey , the city council 's cabinet member for children and learning , added : `` We were very supportive of the merger and are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rejected this proposal after so much time and effort put in by all parties . ''
Senior staff at the two colleges have voiced similar views .
Sarah Stannard , principal and chief executive of City College Southampton said : “ We are extremely frustrated that the proposed merger with Itchen College has been refused .
“ However , we are reassured by the knowledge that ESFA has told us they are determined to find a sustainable future for Southampton and that they are committed to working with City College and financially supporting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ We and all key stakeholders in the city know that City College ’ s courses and specialist facilities are vital to the future of the economic health of Southampton .
“ City College has worked collaboratively with each of the proposals put forward over the last five years , and we are determined to find a solution that will provide a sustainable future for Further Education in Southampton . ''
Alex Scott , principal and chief executive of Itchen College , said : “ We share City College ’ s disappointment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be supported .
`` We stepped forward to work with City College to develop a proposal that would secure vocational and technical education in the city .
`` While we understand the decision , given the economic uncertainty we all face , we are frustrated that the proposal will not go forward , especially as we were seeking to find a solution for the good of the city . ''
Plans to merge the two colleges were unveiled a year ago .
In a joint statement issued at the time they said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ merge to be as financially efficient as possible and if this were to happen in Southampton it would be in line with the wider national agenda .
`` Whatever structure the colleges may take in the future , our number one focus remains to ensure that young people and adult learners in Southampton have the best possible further education provision and opportunities to learn the skills they need to be successful in their chosen careers .
”

The proposed amalgamation of Itchen College and City College Southampton has been scrapped after the Education Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) refused to support the scheme, citing uncertainty surrounding its financial viability.
The decision, which affects more than 6,000 students, has caused anger and disappointment across the city.
Royston Smith, Tory MP for Southampton Itchen, said: “I am very disappointed by the news that the ESFA has been unable to support the merger.
"It presented a great opportunity to bring together two well regarded further education providers in our city.
Coronavirus delays plan to merge Southampton colleges
"I saw this as a crucial opportunity to partner academic and vocational courses, to create a really strong offer for local people.
“I made it clear to ministers that I thought this merger was the right way forward."
Cllr Darren Paffey, the city council's cabinet member for children and learning, added: "We were very supportive of the merger and are deeply disappointed that the government agency has rejected this proposal after so much time and effort put in by all parties."
Senior staff at the two colleges have voiced similar views.
Sarah Stannard, principal and chief executive of City College Southampton said: “We are extremely frustrated that the proposed merger with Itchen College has been refused.
“However, we are reassured by the knowledge that ESFA has told us they are determined to find a sustainable future for Southampton and that they are committed to working with City College and financially supporting us whilst working towards a positive outcome.
“We and all key stakeholders in the city know that City College’s courses and specialist facilities are vital to the future of the economic health of Southampton.
“City College has worked collaboratively with each of the proposals put forward over the last five years, and we are determined to find a solution that will provide a sustainable future for Further Education in Southampton."
Alex Scott, principal and chief executive of Itchen College, said: “We share City College’s disappointment that the proposal to merge will not be supported.
"We stepped forward to work with City College to develop a proposal that would secure vocational and technical education in the city.
"While we understand the decision, given the economic uncertainty we all face, we are frustrated that the proposal will not go forward, especially as we were seeking to find a solution for the good of the city."
Plans to merge the two colleges were unveiled a year ago.
In a joint statement issued at the time they said: "Nationally colleges have been encouraged to merge to be as financially efficient as possible and if this were to happen in Southampton it would be in line with the wider national agenda.
"Whatever structure the colleges may take in the future, our number one focus remains to ensure that young people and adult learners in Southampton have the best possible further education provision and opportunities to learn the skills they need to be successful in their chosen careers.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Revolution Bars looks at closing venues amid coronavirus crisis

REVOLUTION Bars – which has a venue in Bedford Place , Southampton – has said it could shut sites as part of a radical restructuring to stave off collapse , The company told shareholders it was assessing restructuring options after challenging conditions were “ exacerbated ” by the latest measures introduced by the government to fight the pandemic .
Bar operators are expected to be hard hit by the 10pm curfew on hospitality venues unveiled by the prime minister on Monday .
Revolution , which also operates the Revolucion de Cuba brand , said it was s evaluating the potential @ @ @ @ @ @ @ what the next steps should be ” .
The chain , which operates 74 bars , said one option being considered a company voluntary arrangement ( CVA ) to reduce debts .
High street chains such as Pizza Express have used the same insolvency tool during the pandemic to secure restructuring deals with major site closures .
Revolution furloughed 2,775 people at the height of lockdown after it was forced to shut all its bars .
The company has reopened 62 of its bar sites across the UK .
In a statement to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ Revolution has a strong balance sheet following the £15million equity fundraising and the extension of its banking facilities announced in June but the board believes that the long-term nature and potential impact of the latest operating restrictions means that it must consider all necessary options to ensure that its business remains viable.
” It is understood that the company is working with insolvency specialists at AlixPartners on the process .

The company told shareholders it was assessing restructuring options after challenging conditions were “exacerbated” by the latest measures introduced by the government to fight the pandemic.
Bar operators are expected to be hard hit by the 10pm curfew on hospitality venues unveiled by the prime minister on Monday.
Revolution, which also operates the Revolucion de Cuba brand, said it was s evaluating the potential impact of the restrictions “before deciding what the next steps should be”.
The chain, which operates 74 bars, said one option being considered a company voluntary arrangement (CVA) to reduce debts.
High street chains such as Pizza Express have used the same insolvency tool during the pandemic to secure restructuring deals with major site closures.
Revolution furloughed 2,775 people at the height of lockdown after it was forced to shut all its bars.
The company has reopened 62 of its bar sites across the UK.
In a statement to the London Stock Exchange, the company said: “Revolution has a strong balance sheet following the £15million equity fundraising and the extension of its banking facilities announced in June but the board believes that the long-term nature and potential impact of the latest operating restrictions means that it must consider all necessary options to ensure that its business remains viable.”
It is understood that the company is working with insolvency specialists at AlixPartners on the process.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Calshot lifeboat rescues three-man crew of motorboat

CALSHOT RNLI lifeboat went to the aid of three sailors hit by double trouble .
The three men were aboard a 25ft motorboat that twice ran into difficulties in rough conditions in the Solent this afternoon .
First an electrical fault put the engine out of action in a Force 7 north-westerly between East Cowes and Fishbourne .
Then the deployment of the boat ’ s two anchors failed to prevent the craft being driven closer to the rock-strewn shore .
After launching at 2.15 pm the lifeboat was soon on the scene and towed the motorboat to Cowes Harbour @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Shepards Marina , and the lifeboat returned to station at 3.25 pm .
It was the second tow-in performed by the lifeboat this week .
On Wednesday it went to the aid of a 30ft yacht that was struggling to make headway a mile west of Cowes .
Although the crew of the Calshot lifeboat first spotted the problem they decided that Cowes ’ more powerful Atlantic 85 was best suited for the rescue .
The yacht , on passage from Yarmouth to Cowes , was taken into Shepards Marina .
The Calshot @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the time of the emergency , undergoing training/assessment exercises .

The three men were aboard a 25ft motorboat that twice ran into difficulties in rough conditions in the Solent this afternoon.
First an electrical fault put the engine out of action in a Force 7 north-westerly between East Cowes and Fishbourne.
Then the deployment of the boat’s two anchors failed to prevent the craft being driven closer to the rock-strewn shore.
A crew member alerted coastguards and the lifeboat’s station manager, Mark Southwell.
After launching at 2.15 pm the lifeboat was soon on the scene and towed the motorboat to Cowes Harbour. There it was given shelter by Shepards Marina, and the lifeboat returned to station at 3.25 pm.
It was the second tow-in performed by the lifeboat this week.
On Wednesday it went to the aid of a 30ft yacht that was struggling to make headway a mile west of Cowes.
Although the crew of the Calshot lifeboat first spotted the problem they decided that Cowes’ more powerful Atlantic 85 was best suited for the rescue. The yacht, on passage from Yarmouth to Cowes, was taken into Shepards Marina.
The Calshot and Cowes lifeboats were already afloat at the time of the emergency, undergoing training/assessment exercises.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Police make 50 arrests in week-long crackdown on county lines dealing

POLICE made almost 50 arrests and identified 16 vulnerable children during a week-long crackdown on county lines drug-dealing in Hampshire .
Officers seized knives and a machete , plus £47,000 in cash and suspected Class A drugs with a street value of more than £45,000 .
They also targeted 53 cuckooed addresses and carried out 87 stop checks as well as making 49 arrests .
`` Cuckooing '' is the term used when drug dealers use violence , exploitation and intimidation to take over the home of a vulnerable person and use it as a base for drug dealing .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and potentially at risk of being exploited by dealers .
A police spokesman said : `` A significant amount of intelligence has also been gathered through this week of action helping to inform future assessment of threat , risk and harm in our communities from these organised crime networks . ''
British Transport Police also ran several successful operations in Basingstoke , Southampton and Andover .
Hampshire Constabulary ’ s lead for drug-related harm , Chief Superintendent , Nigel Lecointe , said : “ At the heart of this week of intensification is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ networks and safeguarding exploited children and the vulnerable .
“ County Lines and local drug networks cause misery for our communities and it is absolutely right that we continue putting significant effort into identifying and arresting those involved .
“ The collaborative work between Hampshire Constabulary and our partners will only increase and intensify in the coming weeks and months ahead .
We will continue to shine a spotlight on and bring to justice those running these toxic drug networks .
“ There is this strong link between drugs and violence , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the impact of those involved in County Lines on violence and other crime that spills into our neighbourhoods.
” Police are anxious to prevent children being recruited by county lines gangs .
Chief Supt Lecointe added : “ Criminals groom children through manipulation , with drugs and alcohol or promises of wealth and status .
Any child , in any community , can be vulnerable but they may be too scared to raise concerns and many do not see themselves as victims because they have been manipulated .
“ They may not look @ @ @ @ @ @ @ should and may for instance be angry and aggressive as these are common responses to trauma .
“ We must therefore look beyond the obvious to see they need help .
“ This is not an issue we can tackle alone .
Local agencies , charities , partners , schools , parents all need to help us protect the most vulnerable in our communities .
“ If you notice suspicious activity or have information about drug dealing you can speak to local police on 101 or call 999 in an emergency .
”

Officers seized knives and a machete, plus £47,000 in cash and suspected Class A drugs with a street value of more than £45,000.
They also targeted 53 cuckooed addresses and carried out 87 stop checks as well as making 49 arrests.
"Cuckooing" is the term used when drug dealers use violence, exploitation and intimidation to take over the home of a vulnerable person and use it as a base for drug dealing.
Officers spoke to 39 adults considered vulnerable and potentially at risk of being exploited by dealers.
A police spokesman said: "A significant amount of intelligence has also been gathered through this week of action helping to inform future assessment of threat, risk and harm in our communities from these organised crime networks."
British Transport Police also ran several successful operations in Basingstoke, Southampton and Andover.
Hampshire Constabulary’s lead for drug-related harm, Chief Superintendent, Nigel Lecointe, said: “At the heart of this week of intensification is the aim to bring down county lines networks and safeguarding exploited children and the vulnerable.
“County Lines and local drug networks cause misery for our communities and it is absolutely right that we continue putting significant effort into identifying and arresting those involved.
“The collaborative work between Hampshire Constabulary and our partners will only increase and intensify in the coming weeks and months ahead. We will continue to shine a spotlight on and bring to justice those running these toxic drug networks.
“There is this strong link between drugs and violence, and we have made significant efforts to understand the impact of those involved in County Lines on violence and other crime that spills into our neighbourhoods.”
Police are anxious to prevent children being recruited by county lines gangs.
Chief Supt Lecointe added: “Criminals groom children through manipulation, with drugs and alcohol or promises of wealth and status. Any child, in any community, can be vulnerable but they may be too scared to raise concerns and many do not see themselves as victims because they have been manipulated.
“They may not look or act like we expect a victim should and may for instance be angry and aggressive as these are common responses to trauma.
“We must therefore look beyond the obvious to see they need help.
“This is not an issue we can tackle alone. Local agencies, charities, partners, schools, parents all need to help us protect the most vulnerable in our communities.
“If you notice suspicious activity or have information about drug dealing you can speak to local police on 101 or call 999 in an emergency.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Coronavirus UK: 6,874 new cases confirmed - bringing the total to 423,236

A further 6,874 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK have been revealed by the Government - taking the overall number of cases confirmed to 423,236 .
What are the latest coronavirus figures ?
The Government also said a further 34 people had died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 as of 9am on Friday , September 25 .
This brings the UK total to 41,936 .
But Friday ’ s daily figure did not include deaths in Scotland , with a message on the dashboard reading : “ Due to a power outage at National Records of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ update the deaths figures for Scotland.
” Separate figures published by the UK ’ s statistics agencies show there have been 57,600 deaths registered in the UK where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate .
What about the ' R ' rate ?
The R number across the UK is between 1.2 and 1.5 and the Covid-19 epidemic is growing , scientists have said .
Experts from the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies ( Sage ) estimated the reproduction value – the number of people an infected person will pass the virus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1.1 to 1.4 it reported in the previous week .
Sage estimates the number of new infections is growing by between 4 % and 8 % every day .
All regions of England have an R that is higher than one and all have positive growth rates .
“ An increase in the UK-wide estimate of growth rate indicates that the rate of transmission is increasing across the country , ” Sage said .
It said the current low numbers of deaths does not reflect how Covid-19 is currently spreading , suggesting death @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Overall , England has an R number of 1.2 to 1.5 while London and the Midlands are both on 1.2 to 1.5 .
The figure is 1 to 1.3 in the South East and 1.1 to 1.4 in the South West .
Earlier , the Office for National Statistics ( ONS ) said the estimated number of cases of coronavirus across England had jumped 60 % in one week .
There were around 9,600 new coronavirus infections per day in England , up on 6,000 the week before , according to its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tests thousands of people in English homes whether they have symptoms or not , found an estimated 103,600 people had Covid-19 from September 13 to 19 , equating to around one in 500 people .
The ONS said : “ In recent weeks , there has been clear evidence of an increase in the number of people testing positive for Covid-19 in all age groups , with the current rates highest in the 17 to 24 age group .
“ There is evidence of higher infection rates in the North West , Yorkshire @ @ @ @ @ @ @ East.
” The data suggests there are three times the number of infections in the community as those being captured by Department of Health and Social Care data .
This looks at people with symptoms who request a test and records whether they test positive .
For the same week as that studied by ONS , this data showed around 3,000 positive tests a day in England .
It comes as Leeds and regions of Wales including Cardiff face new restrictions to tackle growing infection rates .
The ONS also estimated that during @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , 10,800 people in Wales had Covid-19 , equating to one in 300 people .
An estimated 0.35 per cent of people in Northern Ireland had Covid-19 , which is around one in 300 people .
Katherine Kent , co-head of analysis for the Covid-19 Infection Survey , said there had been a “ marked ” increase in cases across England .
She added : “ Every week we are sending out new letters to houses across the UK to ask them to take part in the Covid-19 Infection Survey to help us @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is spreading .
“ If you receive a letter from us , please take the time to register and help control the spread of this virus.
” Yuliya Kyrychko , reader in mathematics at the University of Sussex , said : “ The Government ’ s own estimates that the infections double about every seven days suggest that the actual R number now is higher than the one published today .
“ The R number is based on the data from some weeks ago , which include hospitalisations and death rates .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were mainly spreading among younger people , low hospitalisation and death rates have most likely played a role in R being estimated to be on the lower side .
“ Since the R number also depends on the number of positive tests , and testing capacity has been reached , combined with delays in getting the test results , this further suggests that the true R number is higher than today ’ s estimate .
”

Here's the latest information.
What are the latest coronavirus figures?
The Government also said a further 34 people had died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 as of 9am on Friday, September 25. This brings the UK total to 41,936.
But Friday’s daily figure did not include deaths in Scotland, with a message on the dashboard reading: “Due to a power outage at National Records of Scotland we have not been able to update the deaths figures for Scotland.”
Separate figures published by the UK’s statistics agencies show there have been 57,600 deaths registered in the UK where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate.
What about the 'R' rate?
The R number across the UK is between 1.2 and 1.5 and the Covid-19 epidemic is growing, scientists have said.
Experts from the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage) estimated the reproduction value – the number of people an infected person will pass the virus on to – was up on the 1.1 to 1.4 it reported in the previous week.
Sage estimates the number of new infections is growing by between 4% and 8% every day.
All regions of England have an R that is higher than one and all have positive growth rates.
“An increase in the UK-wide estimate of growth rate indicates that the rate of transmission is increasing across the country,” Sage said.
It said the current low numbers of deaths does not reflect how Covid-19 is currently spreading, suggesting death rates will rise in the coming weeks.
Overall, England has an R number of 1.2 to 1.5 while London and the Midlands are both on 1.2 to 1.5.
The figure is 1 to 1.3 in the South East and 1.1 to 1.4 in the South West.
Earlier, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said the estimated number of cases of coronavirus across England had jumped 60% in one week.
There were around 9,600 new coronavirus infections per day in England, up on 6,000 the week before, according to its infection survey.
The survey, which tests thousands of people in English homes whether they have symptoms or not, found an estimated 103,600 people had Covid-19 from September 13 to 19, equating to around one in 500 people.
The ONS said: “In recent weeks, there has been clear evidence of an increase in the number of people testing positive for Covid-19 in all age groups, with the current rates highest in the 17 to 24 age group.
“There is evidence of higher infection rates in the North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, London and North East.”
The data suggests there are three times the number of infections in the community as those being captured by Department of Health and Social Care data.
This looks at people with symptoms who request a test and records whether they test positive.
For the same week as that studied by ONS, this data showed around 3,000 positive tests a day in England.
It comes as Leeds and regions of Wales including Cardiff face new restrictions to tackle growing infection rates.
The ONS also estimated that during the week of September 13 to 19, 10,800 people in Wales had Covid-19, equating to one in 300 people.
An estimated 0.35 per cent of people in Northern Ireland had Covid-19, which is around one in 300 people.
Katherine Kent, co-head of analysis for the Covid-19 Infection Survey, said there had been a “marked” increase in cases across England.
She added: “Every week we are sending out new letters to houses across the UK to ask them to take part in the Covid-19 Infection Survey to help us get more information about how the virus is spreading.
“If you receive a letter from us, please take the time to register and help control the spread of this virus.”
Yuliya Kyrychko, reader in mathematics at the University of Sussex, said: “The Government’s own estimates that the infections double about every seven days suggest that the actual R number now is higher than the one published today.
“The R number is based on the data from some weeks ago, which include hospitalisations and death rates.
“Since the infections a few weeks ago were mainly spreading among younger people, low hospitalisation and death rates have most likely played a role in R being estimated to be on the lower side.
“Since the R number also depends on the number of positive tests, and testing capacity has been reached, combined with delays in getting the test results, this further suggests that the true R number is higher than today’s estimate.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Loose goats found by police in Titchfield, Fareham

Escaped goats have caused chaos in the heart of village today .
Whilst on patrol , Fareham police officers helped @ @ @ @ @ .
Luckily , the owner came to round them up .
Fareham police wrote on @ @ @ @ @ on patrol today and assisted Fareham R & P with some loose Goats in Titchfield @ @ @ @ @ and rounded them up , as there were a lot more than in the photo @ @ @ @ @ are a bit rusty ! ''
There were also reports last month of goats escaping @ @ @ @ @ town .

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thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Dancing Man Brewery pub Southampton, has shut temporarily

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

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


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Southampton teen warned after riding off-road bike on road

A 15-YEAR-OLD boy has received a warning from police after riding an off-road bike on a road .
Police seized @ @ @ @ @ ridden on a public road in Woolston last night .
The incident happened just after @ @ @ @ @ on Victoria Road .
The teenager , from Southampton , was given a Section 59 @ @ @ @ @ use of the vehicle .

Police seized the bike after it was ridden on a public road in Woolston last night.
The incident happened just after 9pm (September 24) on Victoria Road.
The teenager, from Southampton, was given a Section 59 warning by police for the use of the vehicle.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Singer-songwriter Michael Kiwanuka awarded 2020 Mercury Prize

SINGER-songwriter Michael Kiwanuka has been awarded the 2020 Mercury Prize for his self-titled album , Kiwanuka .
The indie-rock artist , who lives in Southampton , has taken home the award for the first time despite being nominated on two previous occasions .
He won the prize for his self-titled third album Kiwanuka , which reached number two in the charts after it was released in November 2019 to rave reviews .
After being announced as the winner of the award on BBC ’ s The One Show , Michael said he wanted to express himself in the “ truest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ When you are in a business like music , music is fun but when you are in kind of a more commercial setting , you have to be out there to the public .
“ You can sometimes have a bit of an imposter syndrome or doubt yourself.
” He added that the album ’ s name “ says a lot for me because obviously it is my heritage , it is who I am and even that in itself was something I want to be loud and proud about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seriously surprised ” to win the award .
The Mercury Prize is usually handed out during a concert-style event featuring performances from all 12 nominees .
Michael saw off competition from Stormzy ’ s Heavy Is The Head and Dua Lipa ’ s Future Nostalgia .
Laura Marling , Kano , Lanterns On The Lake , Moses Boyd , Porridge Radio , Sports Team , Georgia , Charli XCX and Anna Meredith were also up for the award .
This year ’ s Mercury Prize was overseen by a panel of judges including @ @ @ @ @ @ @ frontman Gaz Coombes , Jamie Cullum , Jorja Smith and Vice.com ’ s editorial director Tshepo Mokoena .
Last year ’ s Mercury Prize was won by rapper Dave for his album Psychodrama .

The indie-rock artist, who lives in Southampton, has taken home the award for the first time despite being nominated on two previous occasions.
He won the prize for his self-titled third album Kiwanuka, which reached number two in the charts after it was released in November 2019 to rave reviews.
After being announced as the winner of the award on BBC’s The One Show, Michael said he wanted to express himself in the “truest way” with the album.
He said: “When you are in a business like music, music is fun but when you are in kind of a more commercial setting, you have to be out there to the public.
“You can sometimes have a bit of an imposter syndrome or doubt yourself.”
He added that the album’s name “says a lot for me because obviously it is my heritage, it is who I am and even that in itself was something I want to be loud and proud about”.
Michael said he was “seriously surprised” to win the award.
The Mercury Prize is usually handed out during a concert-style event featuring performances from all 12 nominees.
Michael saw off competition from Stormzy’s Heavy Is The Head and Dua Lipa’s Future Nostalgia.
Laura Marling, Kano, Lanterns On The Lake, Moses Boyd, Porridge Radio, Sports Team, Georgia, Charli XCX and Anna Meredith were also up for the award.
This year’s Mercury Prize was overseen by a panel of judges including Anna Calvi, Annie Mac, Supergrass frontman Gaz Coombes, Jamie Cullum, Jorja Smith and Vice.com’s editorial director Tshepo Mokoena.
Last year’s Mercury Prize was won by rapper Dave for his album Psychodrama.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Boots suspend all bookings for winter flu jab amid fears of national shortage

Health and beauty retailer and pharmacy chain Boots has suspended all bookings through its website for the winter flu jab due to 'unprecedented demand ' .
The announcement , which was made by the company on Thursday , September 24 , comes amid fresh concerns of a possible shortage in flu jabs nationwide .
What have Boots said ?
A message to customers on the Boots booking site states : `` Due to unprecedented demand for flu vaccinations this year and stock availability we have had to suspend bookings .
`` We are working hard to acquire additional stock of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ able to make appointments available again . ''
The suspension of the seasonal flu jab service applies to bookings for those of all ages .
Customers have been urged to sign up via the Boots website to be notified once the booking system reopens .
A screenshot from the Boots website on Thursday evening ( September 24 ) .
According to LBC , Boots paused bookings earlier this week in order to 'monitor stock levels ' , before the chain decided to completely halt the service on Thursday ( September 24 ) .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to when the service will resume across the UK .
Who is eligible for the flu jab ?
This year people across England who are eligible for the flu vaccine include : • Primary school children and Year 7 pupils will be offered the flu nasal spray in schools and two and three-year-olds will be offered the vaccine through their GP .
• Those age 65 and over , people with long-term health conditions and pregnant women will be offered the vaccine through their GP or pharmacy .
• Household contacts of people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ during the first wave of the pandemic .
• Health and social care workers who have direct contact with the people they care for .
• Once the first at risk groups have been contacted , the vaccine programme will also be rolled out to include people over the age of 50 .
People should “ not be complacent ” over flu , experts have said as new research has shown dire consequences of co-infection of flu and Covid -19 .
Those infected with both flu and Covid-19 have a serious increased risk @ @ @ @ @ @ @ PHE ) said .
Officials warned that both influenza and Covid-19 could be circulating at the same time as they urged people who are eligible to get vaccinated .
The flu vaccination programme has been expanded this year so more people than ever will be eligible for a vaccine – up to 30 million people in England .
It is hoped that a new campaign will encourage those who are eligible to accept their invitation when it is sent out .
The campaign has been launched as a new study showed that during @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people who were infected with both the new coronavirus and flu had a significantly higher risk of death .
While the numbers were small , the risk of death was nearly six times greater among those co-infected compared to the general population .
The risk of death was also higher compared to being infected with Covid-19 alone .
PHE researchers analysed data in almost 20,000 people who were tested for both Covid-19 and flu between January 20 and April 25 .
Fifty eight were identified as having ‘ co-infection ’ of the two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people with co-infection died compared to 27 per cent of those who tested positive for Covid-19 alone .
Those who died “ tended ” to be older , PHE said .
Flu usually kills around 11,000 people each year in England and many more are hospitalised .
People more susceptible to the effects of flu are also more at risk from Covid-19 , officials said .
Three of England ’ s most senior health officials have implored eligible people to get vaccinated when they get their invitation .
In previous years , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have been low among some groups .
PHE ’ s medical director Professor Yvonne Doyle , said : “ We ’ re encouraging anybody who is eligible to accept their flu vaccination this year , particularly with the winter we ’ re going to face .
“ People still think that the flu is just like a cold .
It ’ s not .
The flu is an extremely unpleasant condition .
“ If you ’ re in a risk group , it can be really dangerous , and it can kill you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it ’ s safe , and it does protect people .
So it ’ s worth having it.
” Health Secretary Matt Hancock said : “ This year more than ever , it ’ s vital that those eligible for the flu jab get it this winter so you can protect yourself , your family and the NHS .
“ We ’ re pulling out all the stops to prepare for this uniquely challenging winter and we have enough vaccines for 30 million people this year , more than we ’ ve ever @ @ @ @ @ @ @ risk of flu and Covid-19 , make sure you get your flu jab if you ’ re eligible , don ’ t gather in groups larger than six and remember ‘ Hands Face Space ’ so we can look after each other .
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The announcement, which was made by the company on Thursday, September 24, comes amid fresh concerns of a possible shortage in flu jabs nationwide.
What have Boots said?
A message to customers on the Boots booking site states: "Due to unprecedented demand for flu vaccinations this year and stock availability we have had to suspend bookings.
"We are working hard to acquire additional stock of the flu vaccine so that we are able to make appointments available again."
The suspension of the seasonal flu jab service applies to bookings for those of all ages.
Customers have been urged to sign up via the Boots website to be notified once the booking system reopens.
A screenshot from the Boots website on Thursday evening (September 24).
According to LBC, Boots paused bookings earlier this week in order to 'monitor stock levels', before the chain decided to completely halt the service on Thursday (September 24).
No further details have been revealed as to when the service will resume across the UK.
Who is eligible for the flu jab?
This year people across England who are eligible for the flu vaccine include:
Primary school children and Year 7 pupils will be offered the flu nasal spray in schools and two and three-year-olds will be offered the vaccine through their GP.
Those age 65 and over, people with long-term health conditions and pregnant women will be offered the vaccine through their GP or pharmacy.
Household contacts of people who were instructed to ‘shield’ during the first wave of the pandemic.
Health and social care workers who have direct contact with the people they care for.
Once the first at risk groups have been contacted, the vaccine programme will also be rolled out to include people over the age of 50.
Flu vaccination programme expanded for 2020
People should “not be complacent” over flu, experts have said as new research has shown dire consequences of co-infection of flu and Covid -19.
Those infected with both flu and Covid-19 have a serious increased risk of death, Public Health England (PHE) said.
Officials warned that both influenza and Covid-19 could be circulating at the same time as they urged people who are eligible to get vaccinated.
The flu vaccination programme has been expanded this year so more people than ever will be eligible for a vaccine – up to 30 million people in England.
It is hoped that a new campaign will encourage those who are eligible to accept their invitation when it is sent out.
The campaign has been launched as a new study showed that during the first peak of the pandemic, people who were infected with both the new coronavirus and flu had a significantly higher risk of death.
While the numbers were small, the risk of death was nearly six times greater among those co-infected compared to the general population.
The risk of death was also higher compared to being infected with Covid-19 alone.
PHE researchers analysed data in almost 20,000 people who were tested for both Covid-19 and flu between January 20 and April 25.
Fifty eight were identified as having ‘co-infection’ of the two viruses.
Overall 43 per cent of people with co-infection died compared to 27 per cent of those who tested positive for Covid-19 alone.
Those who died “tended” to be older, PHE said.
Flu usually kills around 11,000 people each year in England and many more are hospitalised.
People more susceptible to the effects of flu are also more at risk from Covid-19, officials said.
Three of England’s most senior health officials have implored eligible people to get vaccinated when they get their invitation.
In previous years, the rates of people getting their flu jab have been low among some groups.
PHE’s medical director Professor Yvonne Doyle, said: “We’re encouraging anybody who is eligible to accept their flu vaccination this year, particularly with the winter we’re going to face.
“People still think that the flu is just like a cold. It’s not. The flu is an extremely unpleasant condition.
“If you’re in a risk group, it can be really dangerous, and it can kill you.
“The vaccine is good, it’s safe, and it does protect people. So it’s worth having it.”
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said: “This year more than ever, it’s vital that those eligible for the flu jab get it this winter so you can protect yourself, your family and the NHS.
“We’re pulling out all the stops to prepare for this uniquely challenging winter and we have enough vaccines for 30 million people this year, more than we’ve ever done before.
“With the simultaneous risk of flu and Covid-19, make sure you get your flu jab if you’re eligible, don’t gather in groups larger than six and remember ‘Hands Face Space’ so we can look after each other.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--North Sea helicopter crash had ‘dreadful effect’ on survivors

A HELICOPTER crash in the North Sea which left four people dead seven years ago - including a Hampshire man - has had a “ dreadful effect ” on the survivors and the victims ’ families , an inquiry has heard .
Two crew members and 12 passengers on the Super Puma L2 survived when it ditched on its approach to Sumburgh Airport in Shetland at 6.17pm on August 23 , 2013 .
The accident claimed the life of 57-year-old George Allison from Winchester , as well as three others .
Sheriff Principal Derek Pyle led the fatal accident inquiry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the end of August and has been held virtually due to the pandemic .
He closed proceedings on Friday and his determination will be published in no more than four weeks .
Mr Pyle said : “ It is of note we were originally looking at six weeks , then four weeks , and we have managed to do it in much less and that is a great credit to all of the legal teams of all the parties .
“ This was a dreadful accident and it ’ s obvious from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ indeed from other bits and pieces I ’ ve been told about the inquiry today that this has had a dreadful effect on the survivors and on the families and friends of the people who died .
“ Particularly at this time when we are focusing worldwide on all sorts of problems , it brings you up short really and makes you realise the importance of inquiries like this in order to find out what happened and ensure these accidents do not recur in the future .
“ I extend my personal sympathies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ survivors for the effect this accident has had on them.
” Martin Richardson QC , who led the inquiry for the Crown , admitted the seven-year wait for those affected by the accident was “ too long ” .
In his final submission , he said : “ The Crown does wish to apologise for the fact this investigation has taken the time it did .
“ The Crown accepts seven years is a very , very long time for those who have been involved to wait for an inquiry to be held @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who survived and the families of those who died.
” Mr Richardson added the role of the inquiry was not to search for fault , saying the Crown takes no issue with that , but suggested Mr Pyle should express it if fault was found .

Two crew members and 12 passengers on the Super Puma L2 survived when it ditched on its approach to Sumburgh Airport in Shetland at 6.17pm on August 23, 2013.
The accident claimed the life of 57-year-old George Allison from Winchester, as well as three others.
Sheriff Principal Derek Pyle led the fatal accident inquiry (FAI), which began at the end of August and has been held virtually due to the pandemic.
He closed proceedings on Friday and his determination will be published in no more than four weeks.
Mr Pyle said: “It is of note we were originally looking at six weeks, then four weeks, and we have managed to do it in much less and that is a great credit to all of the legal teams of all the parties.
“This was a dreadful accident and it’s obvious from the evidence that we’ve heard and indeed from other bits and pieces I’ve been told about the inquiry today that this has had a dreadful effect on the survivors and on the families and friends of the people who died.
“Particularly at this time when we are focusing worldwide on all sorts of problems, it brings you up short really and makes you realise the importance of inquiries like this in order to find out what happened and ensure these accidents do not recur in the future.
“I extend my personal sympathies to all the victims’ families and survivors for the effect this accident has had on them.”
Martin Richardson QC, who led the inquiry for the Crown, admitted the seven-year wait for those affected by the accident was “too long”.
In his final submission, he said: “The Crown does wish to apologise for the fact this investigation has taken the time it did.
“The Crown accepts seven years is a very, very long time for those who have been involved to wait for an inquiry to be held and that is particularly true for those who survived and the families of those who died.”
Mr Richardson added the role of the inquiry was not to search for fault, saying the Crown takes no issue with that, but suggested Mr Pyle should express it if fault was found.


thedailyecho--2020-09-25--Can I go on holiday to Wales? Latest Government guidance

Holidays in some areas of Wales have been banned under the latest lockdown rules to be announced by the Welsh government .
We 've put together the latest information for those looking to have a staycation .
What are the latest coronavirus rules in Wales ?
On Friday , Wales ’ health minister has said Cardiff would become the first capital city in Great Britain to be placed under a local lockdown from 6pm on Sunday , September 27 .
Vaughan Gething said restrictions will also come into force for Swansea at the same point while the town of Llanelli @ @ @ @ @ @ @ earlier at 6pm on Saturday .
It means 1.5 million people in Wales , just under half the population , will be under local lockdowns from the start of next week due to “ rapidly ” rising coronavirus cases .
Measures are already in place in Blaenau Gwent , Bridgend , Caerphilly , Merthyr Tydfil , Newport , and Rhondda Cynon Taf .
The restrictions for Cardiff and Swansea , Wales ’ two biggest cities , and Llanelli in Carmarthenshire mean people will not be able to enter or leave the areas without @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be suspended , meaning people will also not be able to meet indoors with anyone they do not live with , while people must also work at home if possible .
What are the latest rules for tourists planning to go to Wales ?
s a result of new restrictions , Wales ’ health minister Vaughan Gething said people would not be allowed to travel into areas of Wales subjected to a local lockdown for holidays , but that the restrictions would not affect people using Cardiff Airport .
Mr Gething said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ insurance companies asking them to provide refunds and support for those no longer able to travel into affected areas .
“ We ’ ve been really clear that travel for holiday to stay within a local area isn ’ t a reasonable excuse , ” he said .
For more details for tourists , visit : https : //www.visitwales.com/coronavirus .
What did Wales ’ health minister say ?
On Friday , Mr Gething warned that the time before the lockdowns come into force should not be used to have a “ big blowout @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Welsh Government ’ s Covid-19 briefing in Cardiff : “ The measures reflect the seriousness of the position , and we ask people to reflect on that and their own conduct and to avoid unnecessary contact with other people.
” Mr Gething said the Welsh Government would keep a “ close eye ” on rising cases in Neath Port Talbot , the Vale of Glamorgan and Torfaen over the weekend .
Llanelli would be put into a local lockdown earlier than the two Welsh cities as the spread of the virus there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he explained , saying authorities understood the need to “ act as soon as possible ” .
The Sunday deadline for Cardiff and Swansea would allow people to “ plan and prepare for moving out ” over the weekend .
He also said he would not keep the “ truly extraordinary measures ” in place any longer than they are necessary , adding : “ With people ’ s help , they may only need to be a short-term measure to help bring the virus back under control.
” What about students starting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their university terms in the coming weeks would still be allowed to travel into Cardiff and Swansea , he confirmed , but admitted there would be an “ interruption ” to the normal university experience , with restrictions on their freedom to meet other people .
“ Coming for work or education is a reasonable excuse for travel and so students will be arriving , many of them are here already of course in their chosen university towns or cities , ” Mr Gething said .
“ The message to students is to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the local rules.
” Andrew RT Davies , shadow health minister for the Welsh Conservatives , called for “ clarity and consistency ” following the announcement , and called on ministers to provide financial support for businesses that would be “ devastated ” by the lockdowns .
“ Welsh Conservatives have been calling for the use of more detailed data and the introduction of ‘ smart , hyperlocal ’ lockdowns and I take some comfort that is at least the case in Llanelli , but I regret this has seemingly not been possible @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” Mr Davies said .
“ I have to say I ’ m also confused as to why the local lockdowns are being imposed on different days in Cardiff and Swansea , and Llanelli .
“ Covid doesn ’ t know one day from the next , and I didn ’ t find the health minister ’ s explanation that satisfactory.
” On Friday , there were a further 320 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Wales , bringing the total in the country to 22,215 .
Public Health Wales said three further deaths @ @ @ @ @ @ @ since the beginning of the pandemic increasing to 1,609 .

We've put together the latest information for those looking to have a staycation.
What are the latest coronavirus rules in Wales?
On Friday, Wales’ health minister has said Cardiff would become the first capital city in Great Britain to be placed under a local lockdown from 6pm on Sunday, September 27.
Vaughan Gething said restrictions will also come into force for Swansea at the same point while the town of Llanelli will be placed under lockdown a day earlier at 6pm on Saturday.
It means 1.5 million people in Wales, just under half the population, will be under local lockdowns from the start of next week due to “rapidly” rising coronavirus cases.
Measures are already in place in Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Merthyr Tydfil, Newport, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.
The restrictions for Cardiff and Swansea, Wales’ two biggest cities, and Llanelli in Carmarthenshire mean people will not be able to enter or leave the areas without a reasonable excuse.
Extended household rules will be suspended, meaning people will also not be able to meet indoors with anyone they do not live with, while people must also work at home if possible.
What are the latest rules for tourists planning to go to Wales?
s a result of new restrictions, Wales’ health minister Vaughan Gething said people would not be allowed to travel into areas of Wales subjected to a local lockdown for holidays, but that the restrictions would not affect people using Cardiff Airport.
Mr Gething said he had written to holiday providers and insurance companies asking them to provide refunds and support for those no longer able to travel into affected areas.
“We’ve been really clear that travel for holiday to stay within a local area isn’t a reasonable excuse,” he said.
For more details for tourists, visit: https://www.visitwales.com/coronavirus.
What did Wales’ health minister say?
On Friday, Mr Gething warned that the time before the lockdowns come into force should not be used to have a “big blowout” over the weekend.
He told the Welsh Government’s Covid-19 briefing in Cardiff: “The measures reflect the seriousness of the position, and we ask people to reflect on that and their own conduct and to avoid unnecessary contact with other people.”
Mr Gething said the Welsh Government would keep a “close eye” on rising cases in Neath Port Talbot, the Vale of Glamorgan and Torfaen over the weekend.
Llanelli would be put into a local lockdown earlier than the two Welsh cities as the spread of the virus there was “not in control”, he explained, saying authorities understood the need to “act as soon as possible”.
The Sunday deadline for Cardiff and Swansea would allow people to “plan and prepare for moving out” over the weekend.
He also said he would not keep the “truly extraordinary measures” in place any longer than they are necessary, adding: “With people’s help, they may only need to be a short-term measure to help bring the virus back under control.”
What about students starting at university in Wales?
Students starting their university terms in the coming weeks would still be allowed to travel into Cardiff and Swansea, he confirmed, but admitted there would be an “interruption” to the normal university experience, with restrictions on their freedom to meet other people.
“Coming for work or education is a reasonable excuse for travel and so students will be arriving, many of them are here already of course in their chosen university towns or cities,” Mr Gething said.
“The message to students is to be responsible, to familiarise themselves with the local rules.”
Andrew RT Davies, shadow health minister for the Welsh Conservatives, called for “clarity and consistency” following the announcement, and called on ministers to provide financial support for businesses that would be “devastated” by the lockdowns.
“Welsh Conservatives have been calling for the use of more detailed data and the introduction of ‘smart, hyperlocal’ lockdowns and I take some comfort that is at least the case in Llanelli, but I regret this has seemingly not been possible in our capital city of Cardiff,” Mr Davies said.
“I have to say I’m also confused as to why the local lockdowns are being imposed on different days in Cardiff and Swansea, and Llanelli.
“Covid doesn’t know one day from the next, and I didn’t find the health minister’s explanation that satisfactory.”
On Friday, there were a further 320 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Wales, bringing the total in the country to 22,215.
Public Health Wales said three further deaths had been reported, with the total since the beginning of the pandemic increasing to 1,609.