thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Council invests almost £7m to improve Fareham Leisure Centre

A COUNCIL has invested almost £7m to improve leisure facilities in the borough .
Fareham Borough Council has allocated £6.8m to significantly improve Fareham Leisure Centre which is run by leisure operator , Everyone Active .
The centre has served the community for more than 40 years and last year , the council signalled its desire to improve its facilities .
Work is now set to begin on improvements this week with the new features designed to appeal to audiences across all ages .
A ‘ Top Rock ’ climbing wall , an indoor splash pad , an extension to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ existing facilities like the café , dry changing rooms and reception area and additional parking for 32 vehicles are included in the improvements .
Holly Hill Leisure Centre will also benefit from a new steam room and sauna towards the end of 2021 .
Ryan Grant , Contract Manager at Everyone Active , commented : “ This is the first step towards welcoming the local community to our new and improved centre .
`` Fareham Leisure Centre is pivotal in providing a wide range of facilities to the community , and this investment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and continue to engage people from all backgrounds in exercise .
“ This positive news is welcome after the past few months and we will continue to work hard with Fareham Borough Council and our partner , Vincent Stokes , to ensure that every aspect of the refurbishment is completed to the highest quality .
“ We ’ re delighted to be able to continue improving the lives and wellbeing of people in Fareham and the surrounding areas.
” Both centres will remain open throughout the construction and refurbishment works , which are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disruption .
The council expect all works to be concluded by the end of 2021 .

Fareham Borough Council has allocated £6.8m to significantly improve Fareham Leisure Centre which is run by leisure operator, Everyone Active.
The centre has served the community for more than 40 years and last year, the council signalled its desire to improve its facilities.
Work is now set to begin on improvements this week with the new features designed to appeal to audiences across all ages.
A ‘Top Rock’ climbing wall, an indoor splash pad, an extension to the ground floor gym, improvements to existing facilities like the café, dry changing rooms and reception area and additional parking for 32 vehicles are included in the improvements.
Holly Hill Leisure Centre will also benefit from a new steam room and sauna towards the end of 2021.
Ryan Grant, Contract Manager at Everyone Active, commented: “This is the first step towards welcoming the local community to our new and improved centre.
"Fareham Leisure Centre is pivotal in providing a wide range of facilities to the community, and this investment will ensure we can enhance this offering and continue to engage people from all backgrounds in exercise.
“This positive news is welcome after the past few months and we will continue to work hard with Fareham Borough Council and our partner, Vincent Stokes, to ensure that every aspect of the refurbishment is completed to the highest quality.
“We’re delighted to be able to continue improving the lives and wellbeing of people in Fareham and the surrounding areas.”
Both centres will remain open throughout the construction and refurbishment works, which are being split into four phases to minimise disruption.
The council expect all works to be concluded by the end of 2021.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Anger after ambulance is vandalised in Bransgore

AN AMBULANCE car used by community volunteers for vital life-saving work was one of several vehicles vandalised in the New Forest .
Now Bransgore Community First Responders have spoken out about the `` disgraceful '' actions of the vandals .
And police have appealed for information from the public to try to find those responsible .
The vehicle , which was parked in Burnt House Lane , was one of the those damaged overnight on Saturday .
Others were parked in Shackleton Square , Hill Close , Shearsbrook Close , Rosehill Drive , Stibbs Way , Brookside Road and Tyrells @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the Bransgore scheme , said : `` While we share the frustration of everyone whose car has been damaged , to actually damage our ambulance car so it is not useable , during a time of the pandemic health emergency is disgraceful .
`` As a result of this mindless action our volunteers are less likely to be able to provide that critical response in the first few minutes of a medical emergency or cardiac arrest .
`` This really could cost lives in our community until we can get the car @ @ @ @ @ @ @ donate money which enables South Central Ambulance Charity to provide the cars .
To have someone do this is so disrespectful to those who care . ''
Jack Ansell , Operations Manager for South Central Ambulance Service in Hampshire added : `` The car is covered in high visibility markings , the vandals took all that into consideration and continued to cause damage .
`` Damaging a vehicle which our local responders use in volunteer capacity and continue to raise funds to support , is disgusting .
The team are now without a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ old , and this could significantly reduce the chances of them being available to the local community to attend a life-threatening call .
`` The costs of repair or insurance excess will now have to be borne by the SCAS Charity and so this money can not now be used for other lifesaving equipment .
I would urge anyone with information to contact the police .
I hope that those responsible don ’ t find themselves needing the services of the local community responders as their actions could well mean they are not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Constabulary appealed for anyone with information to come forward , quoting occurrence number 44200442536 .
Call 101 or the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111 .
Bransgore Community First Responders are local unpaid volunteers trained and despatched by the ambulance service to attend serious medical emergencies .
Anyone who may be interested in becoming a community first responder in the New Forest area should ring 0800 587 0207 or E mail cfr @ scas.nhs.uk

Now Bransgore Community First Responders have spoken out about the "disgraceful" actions of the vandals.
And police have appealed for information from the public to try to find those responsible.
The vehicle, which was parked in Burnt House Lane, was one of the those damaged overnight on Saturday.
Others were parked in Shackleton Square, Hill Close, Shearsbrook Close, Rosehill Drive, Stibbs Way, Brookside Road and Tyrells Court.
Mike Jukes BEM, co-ordinator of the Bransgore scheme, said: "While we share the frustration of everyone whose car has been damaged, to actually damage our ambulance car so it is not useable, during a time of the pandemic health emergency is disgraceful.
"As a result of this mindless action our volunteers are less likely to be able to provide that critical response in the first few minutes of a medical emergency or cardiac arrest.
"This really could cost lives in our community until we can get the car back on the road. Local communities donate money which enables South Central Ambulance Charity to provide the cars. To have someone do this is so disrespectful to those who care."
Jack Ansell, Operations Manager for South Central Ambulance Service in Hampshire added: "The car is covered in high visibility markings, the vandals took all that into consideration and continued to cause damage.
"Damaging a vehicle which our local responders use in volunteer capacity and continue to raise funds to support, is disgusting. The team are now without a vehicle, which is only three months old, and this could significantly reduce the chances of them being available to the local community to attend a life-threatening call.
"The costs of repair or insurance excess will now have to be borne by the SCAS Charity and so this money cannot now be used for other lifesaving equipment. I would urge anyone with information to contact the police. I hope that those responsible don’t find themselves needing the services of the local community responders as their actions could well mean they are not available."
A spokesman for Hampshire Constabulary appealed for anyone with information to come forward, quoting occurrence number 44200442536. Call 101 or the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111.
Bransgore Community First Responders are local unpaid volunteers trained and despatched by the ambulance service to attend serious medical emergencies.
Anyone who may be interested in becoming a community first responder in the New Forest area should ring 0800 587 0207 or E mail cfr@scas.nhs.uk


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--CCTV image released following assault of girl in Southampton

Hampshire Constabulary has released a CCTV image in connection with an incident in which a 16-year-old girl was punched in @ @ @ @ @ in Southampton city centre .
The incident took place on Pound Tree Road at the @ @ @ @ @ on Monday 2 November .
At around 8.35am the girl passed by JD Sports whilst @ @ @ @ @ wearing headphones .
She was then punched in the face by a man unknown to @ @ @ @ @ minor injuries and required stitches to her nose .
Hampshire Constabulary said they have made @ @ @ @ @ '' in relation to the assault .
They are now appealing to the public for @ @ @ @ @ the incident or has any information is advised to contact police by calling 101 , @ @ @ @ @ can also be given by calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

The incident took place on Pound Tree Road at the junction of Above Bar Street on Monday 2 November.
At around 8.35am the girl passed by JD Sports whilst looking at her phone and wearing headphones.
She was then punched in the face by a man unknown to her.
The girl suffered minor injuries and required stitches to her nose.
Hampshire Constabulary said they have made "a number of enquiries" in relation to the assault.
They are now appealing to the public for information.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is advised to contact police by calling 101, quoting reference 44200424723.
Information can also be given by calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Wickes: DIY chain to shut over Christmas for the first time in 48 years

Home improvement retailer Wickes has announced it will close its Southampton store , as well as all of its other 234 branches , for three days during the Christmas period .
The move is part of a 'thank you ' to staff by the company - who also say the decision was made to support their wellbeing at the end of an extraordinary year with 'well-earned rest and relaxation ' .
When will the closures take place ?
The holiday closure , which begins as shops lock their doors on December 23 , is the first in the business ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 8,000 colleagues additional leave , on top of their regular allocation in order to spend time with loved ones .
As an essential retailer Wickes say their staff have been working in-stores helping customers and local tradespeople , keep homes dry , warm and safe during the pandemic .
With Covid-19 shining a brighter light on wellbeing , the retailer 's colleague-led ‘ Wellbeing ’ group has been at the forefront of people engagement , supporting co-workers with regular tools and access to resources .
Further to the stores closing to enable time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cards and rewards such as discounts as a gesture of appreciation .
What have Wickes said ?
David Wood , chief executive officer , at Wickes said : “ The decision to close our stores and give our colleagues some meaningful time off was an easy one .
`` It ’ s been an unprecedented year and we wanted to take a moment to recognise the tremendous effort our team has gone to , in swiftly adapting to such unusual circumstances with an incredible can do attitude .
At a time when we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it was right to support our colleagues with more time with friends and loved ones ; we ’ re sure our customers will understand why we feel this is important.
” What are the Wickes store opening hours for the rest of 2020 ?
Wickes store opening hours for the rest of the year remain 7am to 6pm Monday to Saturday and 10am to 4pm on Sundays .
Stores will be shut on December 24 , 25 and 26 , 2020 .
During the holiday period wickes.co.uk remains open for home delivery bookings @ @ @ @ @ @

The move is part of a 'thank you' to staff by the company - who also say the decision was made to support their wellbeing at the end of an extraordinary year with 'well-earned rest and relaxation'.
When will the closures take place?
The holiday closure, which begins as shops lock their doors on December 23, is the first in the business’ 48 year history and will give over 8,000 colleagues additional leave, on top of their regular allocation in order to spend time with loved ones.
As an essential retailer Wickes say their staff have been working in-stores helping customers and local tradespeople, keep homes dry, warm and safe during the pandemic.
With Covid-19 shining a brighter light on wellbeing, the retailer's colleague-led ‘Wellbeing’ group has been at the forefront of people engagement, supporting co-workers with regular tools and access to resources. Further to the stores closing to enable time off, each employee will receive gift cards and rewards such as discounts as a gesture of appreciation.
What have Wickes said?
David Wood, chief executive officer, at Wickes said: “The decision to close our stores and give our colleagues some meaningful time off was an easy one.
"It’s been an unprecedented year and we wanted to take a moment to recognise the tremendous effort our team has gone to, in swiftly adapting to such unusual circumstances with an incredible can do attitude.
At a time when we usually connect with others, we felt it was right to support our colleagues with more time with friends and loved ones; we’re sure our customers will understand why we feel this is important.”
What are the Wickes store opening hours for the rest of 2020?
Wickes store opening hours for the rest of the year remain 7am to 6pm Monday to Saturday and 10am to 4pm on Sundays.
Stores will be shut on December 24, 25 and 26, 2020. During the holiday period wickes.co.uk remains open for home delivery bookings, together with Customer services.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Pictures of Marlands Shopping Centre with Disney Store

DO you remember when Marlands was the best shopping centre in Southampton ?
Along with Gateway supermarket ( now ASDA @ @ @ @ @ centre was part of a major development scheme in the city .
Marlands was officially @ @ @ @ @ 1991 , providing Southampton shoppers with stores , eateries and more .
The Disney Store @ @ @ @ @ kids and big kids alike .
It 's a place where cartoons came to life @ @ @ @ @ a short time there was Index , the shop that was similar in operations to @ @ @ @ @ , almost every coffee table in Southampton had an Index catalogue on it .
Each @ @ @ @ @ - and they once included the creepy Victorian dummies that moved about in the balconies @

Along with Gateway supermarket (now ASDA) nearby, Marlands shopping centre was part of a major development scheme in the city.
Marlands was officially opened on December 5, 1991, providing Southampton shoppers with stores, eateries and more.
The Disney Store has always been popular among kids and big kids alike. It's a place where cartoons came to life for many youngsters.
For a short time there was Index, the shop that was similar in operations to Argos. For a while, almost every coffee table in Southampton had an Index catalogue on it.
Each Christmas the decorations go up - and they once included the creepy Victorian dummies that moved about in the balconies.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Pregnant woman urged to get flu jab during Covid crisis

HEALTH chiefs are urging pregnant women to continue using NHS services during the Covid crisis to protect themselves and their unborn baby .
According to clinical commissioning groups across Hampshire one of the most important things a mum-to-be can do is get vaccinated against the flu .
Having a flu jab at any stage of pregnancy safeguards women and also gives newborn babies vital protection in the first few months of their lives .
Hampshire GP Dr Nicola Decker said : “ I encourage all pregnant women to get their flu vaccine .
During pregnancy a woman ’ s immune @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hard to protect both mum and baby .
“ Getting flu during pregnancy can increase the risk of miscarriage , having a baby born too soon or born with a low birth weight .
“ By having your free flu vaccination , either during an appointment with your midwife or at your GP practice reduces this risk .
“ It also provides protection for your baby once they are born .
It ’ s safe to have at any stage in your pregnancy and we would encourage you to take up the offer.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to attend all their routine maternity appointments .
Dr Jo Mountfield , a Hampshire consultant obstetrician , said : “ There 's no evidence that pregnant women are more likely to contract coronavirus than other people and for many woman , especially if they are fit and well with no underlying risk factors they are unlikely to be seriously unwell .
“ That said we understand this may be a concerning time and you will have many questions about how coronavirus could affect you , your baby and your pregnancy care .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still have regular appointments and scans while you 're pregnant .
But there may be some changes to how the service works , taking into account the extra precautions we have in hospitals to keep everyone safe .
“ Keep talking with your midwife about your concerns , as you normally would , and follow the national guidance around washing your hands , wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing .
“ Please also take up the offer of a flu vaccination .
`` This is safe for you and your baby and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ flu , which can potentially be more serious in pregnancy . ''

According to clinical commissioning groups across Hampshire one of the most important things a mum-to-be can do is get vaccinated against the flu.
Having a flu jab at any stage of pregnancy safeguards women and also gives newborn babies vital protection in the first few months of their lives.
Hampshire GP Dr Nicola Decker said: “I encourage all pregnant women to get their flu vaccine. During pregnancy a woman’s immune system is naturally weakened as it works hard to protect both mum and baby.
“Getting flu during pregnancy can increase the risk of miscarriage, having a baby born too soon or born with a low birth weight.
“By having your free flu vaccination, either during an appointment with your midwife or at your GP practice reduces this risk.
“It also provides protection for your baby once they are born. It’s safe to have at any stage in your pregnancy and we would encourage you to take up the offer.”
Pregnant women are also being urged to attend all their routine maternity appointments.
Dr Jo Mountfield, a Hampshire consultant obstetrician, said: “There's no evidence that pregnant women are more likely to contract coronavirus than other people and for many woman, especially if they are fit and well with no underlying risk factors they are unlikely to be seriously unwell.
“That said we understand this may be a concerning time and you will have many questions about how coronavirus could affect you, your baby and your pregnancy care.
“It's important to know you'll still have regular appointments and scans while you're pregnant. But there may be some changes to how the service works, taking into account the extra precautions we have in hospitals to keep everyone safe.
“Keep talking with your midwife about your concerns, as you normally would, and follow the national guidance around washing your hands, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing.
“Please also take up the offer of a flu vaccination.
"This is safe for you and your baby and can reduce the chances of you contracting flu, which can potentially be more serious in pregnancy."
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thedailyecho--2020-11-16--The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe to be performed in Southampton in 2021

VOTED the nation 's favourite book last year , the stage version of C.S .
Lewis ’ classic The Lion , the Witch and the Wardrobe will visit Southampton next year .
The smash hit Leeds Playhouse production will be at Mayflower Theatre from November 23 to 27 2021 .
Step through the wardrobe into the enchanted kingdom of Narnia .
Join Lucy , Edmund , Susan and Peter as they wave goodbye to wartime Britain and embark on the most magical of adventures in a frozen , faraway land where they meet a Faun , talking Beavers , Aslan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the coldest , most evil White Witch .
The tour will be directed by Michael Fentiman , based on the original production by Sally Cookson with original Set and Costume design by Rae Smith .
Michael ’ s previous productions include the Olivier Award-nominated Amélie ( Watermill Theatre/The Other Palace/UK Tour ) , and , as director and writer , CinderELLA ( Nuffield Southampton ) .
Producer Chris Harper said : “ C.S .
Lewis wrote `` they open a door and enter a world ” and this is what every child @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exactly why I 'm thrilled to be able to bring this incredible new version of The Lion , The Witch and The Wardrobe on a tour of the UK in time for Christmas 2021 .
Following a record breaking success at the Leeds Playhouse and The Bridge Theatre in London , the Pevensie children will travel from Narnia to venues across the UK and Ireland .
`` 2020 has been a challenging year for all of us , but we can ’ t wait for children and adults alike to join us on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ next year.
” Tickets go on sale on Tuesday from mayflower.org.uk or 023 8071 1811 .

The smash hit Leeds Playhouse production will be at Mayflower Theatre from November 23 to 27 2021.
Step through the wardrobe into the enchanted kingdom of Narnia. Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they wave goodbye to wartime Britain and embark on the most magical of adventures in a frozen, faraway land where they meet a Faun, talking Beavers, Aslan, the noble king of Narnia, and the coldest, most evil White Witch.
The tour will be directed by Michael Fentiman, based on the original production by Sally Cookson with original Set and Costume design by Rae Smith. Michael’s previous productions include the Olivier Award-nominated Amélie (Watermill Theatre/The Other Palace/UK Tour), and, as director and writer, CinderELLA (Nuffield Southampton).
Producer Chris Harper said: “C.S. Lewis wrote "they open a door and enter a world” and this is what every child imagines and dreams about. This is exactly why I'm thrilled to be able to bring this incredible new version of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe on a tour of the UK in time for Christmas 2021. Following a record breaking success at the Leeds Playhouse and The Bridge Theatre in London, the Pevensie children will travel from Narnia to venues across the UK and Ireland.
"2020 has been a challenging year for all of us, but we can’t wait for children and adults alike to join us on this truly magical journey through the wardrobe next year.”
Tickets go on sale on Tuesday from mayflower.org.uk or 023 8071 1811.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Oil tanker ‘hijacking’: probe remains ongoing, say police

Seven Nigerian men were previously bailed for allegedly hijacking the oil tanker Nave Andromeda off the coast of the Isle @ @ @ @ @ security incident after 'attempted hijacking ' on tanker on its way to Southampton They were @ @ @ @ @ Sunday , October 25 , and then detained under Border Force powers , the police @ @ @ @ @ been due to dock at Southampton Docks that morning , having sailed from Lagos in @ @ @ @ @ the Special Boat Service , based in Poole , was deployed to secure the ship @ @ @ @ @ .
The security crisis was “ over within seven minutes ” of their arrival , @ @ @ @ @ to police , the investigation is ongoing and the bail date is November 22 .

Seven Nigerian men were previously bailed for allegedly hijacking the oil tanker Nave Andromeda off the coast of the Isle of Wight.
They were arrested following the incident on Sunday, October 25, and then detained under Border Force powers, the police said.
The ship had been due to dock at Southampton Docks that morning, having sailed from Lagos in Nigeria.
A unit of the Special Boat Service, based in Poole, was deployed to secure the ship and diffuse to reported incident.
The security crisis was “over within seven minutes” of their arrival, it was reported.
According to police, the investigation is ongoing and the bail date is November 22.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Hampshire driver caught speeding at 142mph in a 70pmh zone

NEW research from the road safety charity Brake highlights the issue of excessive speeding .
It comes after a survey revealed more than a quarter ( 28 % ) of male drivers have driven above 100mph .
To mark the start of Road Safety Week 2020 , taking place between 16-22 November , Brake , in partnership with UK police forces , has published police data on the highest speeds over the limits in police force areas .
According to the data analysed by the charity , the highest excess speed recorded by Hampshire Police in 2019 , was a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ zone .
The highest speed recorded in a Hampshire 30mph zone , was 88mph , and another motorist was caught speeding at 103mph in a 60mph zone .
A total of forty-four people were killed with a further 143 seriously injured in crashes on Britain ’ s roads in 2019 in which speeding was a contributory factor , Department for Transport figures show .
Brake analysis of Government data has found that , on average , there are 11 deaths or serious injuries every day on UK roads where speed is identified as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the police .
The charity states that while shocking , this figure is likely a vast underestimate of the impact of speed .
Joshua Harris , director of campaigns for Brake , the road safety charity , said : “ There is no excuse for breaking the speed limit and these figures highlight the grossly excessive speeds of some drivers who show complete disregard for the law and people ’ s safety .
`` None of us should be put in danger by the high-risk behaviour of others when we ’ re getting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s why , this Road Safety Week , we are asking everyone to join us in our call that there is no need to speed . ''

It comes after a survey revealed more than a quarter (28%) of male drivers have driven above 100mph.
To mark the start of Road Safety Week 2020, taking place between 16-22 November, Brake, in partnership with UK police forces, has published police data on the highest speeds over the limits in police force areas.
According to the data analysed by the charity, the highest excess speed recorded by Hampshire Police in 2019, was a driver travelling at 142mph in a 70mph zone.
The highest speed recorded in a Hampshire 30mph zone, was 88mph, and another motorist was caught speeding at 103mph in a 60mph zone.
A total of forty-four people were killed with a further 143 seriously injured in crashes on Britain’s roads in 2019 in which speeding was a contributory factor, Department for Transport figures show.
Brake analysis of Government data has found that, on average, there are 11 deaths or serious injuries every day on UK roads where speed is identified as a contributory factor to the crash by the police.
The charity states that while shocking, this figure is likely a vast underestimate of the impact of speed.
Joshua Harris, director of campaigns for Brake, the road safety charity, said:“There is no excuse for breaking the speed limit and these figures highlight the grossly excessive speeds of some drivers who show complete disregard for the law and people’s safety.
"None of us should be put in danger by the high-risk behaviour of others when we’re getting about on roads, and that’s why, this Road Safety Week, we are asking everyone to join us in our call that there is no need to speed."


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to all Facebook and WhatsApp users

Money and finance expert Martin Lewis has issued an urgent warning for all those who use social media apps Facebook and WhatsApp .
We 've put together everything you need to know .
What has Martin warned WhatsApp and Facebook users about ?
Martin has warned of fake posts going round on other social media platforms about an 'extremely sophisticated ' scam involving banks .
What does the scam say ?
The posts , which have been circulated on Facebook and WhatsApp , mentioned that recipients get a message saying payment has n't been taken from O2 , Vodafone , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ should click on a link .
`` As soon as you touch it you money is gone , '' the viral warning adds .
It then went on to say that banks have been inundated with calls , and that Martin Lewis confirmed it this morning .
Taking to Twitter to share his response , Martin said : `` This viral scam alert 's nowt to do with me.. '' I 've NOT talked about it .
Always be scamaware , but this sounds nonsense . ''
However , Martin added that it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scams .
He continued : `` If you do get scam texts/emails it describes , it 's likely phishing for data , so delete .
`` Yet the scam alert 's no better and ai n't from City of London Police as far as I know . ''
What have Action Fraud said ?
Action Fraud - who are part of the City of London Police - said back in March that an incredibly similar message was nothing to do with them .
In a statement , they said : `` We are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ WhatsApp , SMS and social media which references the City of London Police Fraud Team and claims that Danske Bank customers are being targeted by a particular text message ( smishing ) scam .
The content of this message is false .
`` However , smishing scams are common .
Don ’ t click on the links or attachments in any suspicious emails or texts , and never respond to messages that ask for your personal or financial details .
`` It ’ s important to remember that your bank would never ask @ @ @ @ @ @ @ account , or contact you out of the blue and ask for details such as your full banking password or PIN .
`` Anyone who has divulged information after receiving this type of message should contact their Bank immediately . ''
What advice should people follow if they have been a target of fraud ?
Action Fraud have shared the following advice for those who think they may have been a target of fraud .
• Be wary of clicking on unsolicited messages on social media , email , texts or WhatsApp - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a trusted contact .
• Do some online research first - check the official website to see if there is any information available .
• Ensure that you have anti-virus software on your computer .
• Never give out personal or financial data including usernames , passwords , PINs , ID numbers or memorable phrases .

We've put together everything you need to know.
What has Martin warned WhatsApp and Facebook users about?
Martin has warned of fake posts going round on other social media platforms about an 'extremely sophisticated' scam involving banks.
What does the scam say?
The posts, which have been circulated on Facebook and WhatsApp, mentioned that recipients get a message saying payment hasn't been taken from O2, Vodafone, Three, GiffGaff or EE and they should click on a link.
"As soon as you touch it you money is gone," the viral warning adds.
It then went on to say that banks have been inundated with calls, and that Martin Lewis confirmed it this morning.
What was Martin's response?
Taking to Twitter to share his response, Martin said: "This viral scam alert's nowt to do with me..
"I've NOT talked about it. Always be scamaware, but this sounds nonsense."
However, Martin added that it's not an excuse to relax about scams.
He continued: "If you do get scam texts/emails it describes, it's likely phishing for data, so delete.
"Yet the scam alert's no better and ain't from City of London Police as far as I know."
What have Action Fraud said?
Action Fraud - who are part of the City of London Police - said back in March that an incredibly similar message was nothing to do with them.
In a statement, they said: "We are aware of a rumour currently circulating via WhatsApp, SMS and social media which references the City of London Police Fraud Team and claims that Danske Bank customers are being targeted by a particular text message (smishing) scam. The content of this message is false.
"However, smishing scams are common. Don’t click on the links or attachments in any suspicious emails or texts, and never respond to messages that ask for your personal or financial details.
"It’s important to remember that your bank would never ask you to move money out of your account, or contact you out of the blue and ask for details such as your full banking password or PIN.
"Anyone who has divulged information after receiving this type of message should contact their Bank immediately."
What advice should people follow if they have been a target of fraud?
Action Fraud have shared the following advice for those who think they may have been a target of fraud.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Drink driver caught three times in four years is banned

A MAN caught drink driving for the third time in four years has been banned from the roads .
Joshua @ @ @ @ @ the wheel on Southampton Road , Eastleigh almost twice the legal limit .
The 26-year-old @ @ @ @ @ in 100 millilitres of breath - the limit is 35 micrograms .
The incident on @ @ @ @ @ conviction for driving with excess alcohol , according to court documents .
Robinson of Wessex @ @ @ @ @ for ten weeks , suspended for 12 months .
He has been banned from driving @ @ @ @ @ pay £85 court cost and £128 victim surcharge .

Joshua Michael Robinson was caught behind the wheel on Southampton Road, Eastleigh almost twice the legal limit.
The 26-year-old had 66 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath - the limit is 35 micrograms.
The incident on September 19 was his third conviction for driving with excess alcohol, according to court documents.
Robinson of Wessex Lane, Southampton was jailed for ten weeks, suspended for 12 months.
He has been banned from driving for 40 weeks and must pay £85 court cost and £128 victim surcharge.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Southampton firms exported £133m of goods to the EU last year

BUSINESSES in Southampton exported more than £100 million worth of goods to the EU last year , new figures reveal .
Public spending watchdog the National Audit Office warns “ widespread disruption ” to UK trade with the EU is likely when the country exits the single market at the end of December .
HM Revenue and Customs figures show 721 businesses registered in the Southampton area exported goods to countries in the European Union in 2019 .
This outward trade was valued at £133 million – 43 % of the total value of exports included in the data .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ goods from the bloc at a value of £229 million last year – 51 % of the value of all inbound trade .
The figures only include trade in goods , and not services .
Across the UK , companies exported £168 billion worth of goods to the EU last year , while imports amounted to £267 billion .
A recent report by the National Audit Office said there was “ significant uncertainty ” about whether preparations will be complete in time for the UK ’ s departure from the single market .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ some of the problems if it had been swifter to tackle issues such as the number of customs agents to help traders .
Head of the NAO Gareth Davies said : “ The January 1 deadline is unlike any previous EU exit deadline – significant changes at the border will take place and government must be ready .
“ Disruption is likely and government will need to respond quickly to minimise the impact , a situation made all the more challenging by the Covid-19 pandemic.
” Talks between the UK and EU continue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a trade deal before the end of the year .
If they fail to do so , World Trade Organisation rules would kick in , which could increase the cost of imports and exports .
In the Southampton area , businesses exported goods to non-EU countries at a value of £173 million in 2019 , while imports from outside the bloc were valued at £217 million .
A government spokesman said : “ We are making significant preparations to prepare for the guaranteed changes at the end of the transition period – including @ @ @ @ @ @ @ border infrastructure , staffing and technology is in place , providing £84 million in grants to boost the customs intermediaries sector , and implementing border controls in stages so traders have sufficient time to prepare .
“ With less than two months to go , it ’ s vital that businesses and citizens prepare too .
”

Public spending watchdog the National Audit Office warns “widespread disruption” to UK trade with the EU is likely when the country exits the single market at the end of December.
HM Revenue and Customs figures show 721 businesses registered in the Southampton area exported goods to countries in the European Union in 2019.
This outward trade was valued at £133 million – 43% of the total value of exports included in the data.
The figures also show 988 businesses imported goods from the bloc at a value of £229 million last year – 51% of the value of all inbound trade.
The figures only include trade in goods, and not services.
Across the UK, companies exported £168 billion worth of goods to the EU last year, while imports amounted to £267 billion.
A recent report by the National Audit Office said there was “significant uncertainty” about whether preparations will be complete in time for the UK’s departure from the single market.
It added the Government could have avoided some of the problems if it had been swifter to tackle issues such as the number of customs agents to help traders.
Head of the NAO Gareth Davies said: “The January 1 deadline is unlike any previous EU exit deadline – significant changes at the border will take place and government must be ready.
“Disruption is likely and government will need to respond quickly to minimise the impact, a situation made all the more challenging by the Covid-19 pandemic.”
Talks between the UK and EU continue this week as negotiators try to finalise a trade deal before the end of the year.
If they fail to do so, World Trade Organisation rules would kick in, which could increase the cost of imports and exports.
In the Southampton area, businesses exported goods to non-EU countries at a value of £173 million in 2019, while imports from outside the bloc were valued at £217 million.
A government spokesman said: “We are making significant preparations to prepare for the guaranteed changes at the end of the transition period – including investing £705 million to ensure the right border infrastructure, staffing and technology is in place, providing £84 million in grants to boost the customs intermediaries sector, and implementing border controls in stages so traders have sufficient time to prepare.
“With less than two months to go, it’s vital that businesses and citizens prepare too.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--New Forest harbour nominated for Marina of the Year

AN award-winning Hampshire marina at the centre of a £2m redevelopment project could sail away with a top award .
Buckler ’ s Hard Yacht Harbour on the Beaulieu River has been nominated as Marina of the Year in the British Yachting Awards 2020 as work starts on the second stage of the upgrade .
More than 30 new berths built during the first phase of the redevelopment have already been filled .
The yacht harbour is taking reservations for a further 35 berths that will be available by April 2021 - the marina ’ s golden anniversary year .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ vessels of 18 metres and longer .
The redevelopment is part of a continuing programme of improvements that has already seen the marina become the Yacht Harbour Association 's Coastal Marina of the Year 2018/19 .
Russell Bowman , managing director of Beaulieu Enterprises , said : “ We are thrilled to be nominated for Marina of the Year in the British Yachting Awards .
`` They are the only sailing awards voted for entirely by sailors themselves , and we ’ re delighted to have been recognised for our commitment to improving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ goes above and beyond.
” The development , which is designed to future-proof the marina and adapt to the changing nature of modern boating , is being undertaken in two off-season phases to minimise disruption .
The facility has already been praised following the completion of phase one , which involved a visitor area , upgraded electrical services and an increase in walk-ashore pontoons .
Work was delayed by the coronavirus pandemic but resumed as soon as it was safe to do so .
Harbourmaster Wendy Stowe said : “ The Beaulieu River @ @ @ @ @ @ @ place to ‘ get away from it all ’ , particularly in such a challenging year .
`` We ’ ve been pleased to provide a secure and friendly environment this summer and look forward to sharing our new facilities with visitors when they open next spring.
” Marina Projects is overseeing the scheme , with the work being carried out by another Hampshire company , Walcon Marine .
Beaulieu Enterprises says it is working with Natural England and the Environment Agency to ensure the protection of the river ’ s unique habitats @ @ @ @ @ @ @ British Yachting Awards are due to be announced on December 1 .

Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour on the Beaulieu River has been nominated as Marina of the Year in the British Yachting Awards 2020 as work starts on the second stage of the upgrade.
More than 30 new berths built during the first phase of the redevelopment have already been filled.
The yacht harbour is taking reservations for a further 35 berths that will be available by April 2021 - the marina’s golden anniversary year.
They will include berths capable of accommodating vessels of 18 metres and longer.
The redevelopment is part of a continuing programme of improvements that has already seen the marina become the Yacht Harbour Association's Coastal Marina of the Year 2018/19.
Russell Bowman, managing director of Beaulieu Enterprises, said: “We are thrilled to be nominated for Marina of the Year in the British Yachting Awards.
"They are the only sailing awards voted for entirely by sailors themselves, and we’re delighted to have been recognised for our commitment to improving facilities and providing a friendly service that goes above and beyond.”
The development, which is designed to future-proof the marina and adapt to the changing nature of modern boating, is being undertaken in two off-season phases to minimise disruption.
The facility has already been praised following the completion of phase one, which involved a visitor area, upgraded electrical services and an increase in walk-ashore pontoons.
Work was delayed by the coronavirus pandemic but resumed as soon as it was safe to do so.
Harbourmaster Wendy Stowe said: “The Beaulieu River is a natural haven and a perfect place to ‘get away from it all’, particularly in such a challenging year.
"We’ve been pleased to provide a secure and friendly environment this summer and look forward to sharing our new facilities with visitors when they open next spring.”
Marina Projects is overseeing the scheme, with the work being carried out by another Hampshire company, Walcon Marine.
Beaulieu Enterprises says it is working with Natural England and the Environment Agency to ensure the protection of the river’s unique habitats and species.
The winners of the British Yachting Awards are due to be announced on December 1.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Ex Winchester mayor Jean Hammerton was loved and respected

SHE was a former Mayor of Winchester , the long-standing practice manager of a busy Hampshire surgery and a charity chairman .
Jean Hammerton has died at home in Bishop 's Waltham , aged 90 .
Much-loved and respected for her common-sense and humour , she started her life story with : ‘ I was born in Hastings , not long after 1066.
’ Growing up during the Second World War , Jean left Bournemouth School for Girls to become a student pathologist at Boscombe Hospital just as the NHS was founded .
Almost trained , her medical hopes were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Jean worked at the old Bishop 's Waltham surgery as a receptionist and was involved in the move to larger premises in 1979 , becoming practice manager .
Ever sympathetic to patients ’ needs , she solved problems calmly , promptly and positively .
After leaving the surgery in 1993 , Jean was a director of NHS Mid-Hants Primary Care Trust .
She served for 17 years as Heartstart ’ s Chairman and had long-running roles as Chairman of the local Citizen ’ s Advice Bureau and President of Friends in Retirement @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for her service to local government .
She brought her trademark common-sense to bear on many important district issues as an Independent councillor .
She was ‘ utterly , utterly amazed ’ to be honoured as Mayor of Winchester from 2003 to 2004 and approached the year with her usual unassuming blend of tact , practicality and friendliness .

Jean Hammerton has died at home in Bishop's Waltham, aged 90.
Much-loved and respected for her common-sense and humour, she started her life story with: ‘I was born in Hastings, not long after 1066.’
Growing up during the Second World War, Jean left Bournemouth School for Girls to become a student pathologist at Boscombe Hospital just as the NHS was founded. Almost trained, her medical hopes were dashed by a serious bout of tuberculosis.
Jean worked at the old Bishop's Waltham surgery as a receptionist and was involved in the move to larger premises in 1979, becoming practice manager. Ever sympathetic to patients’ needs, she solved problems calmly, promptly and positively.
After leaving the surgery in 1993, Jean was a director of NHS Mid-Hants Primary Care Trust. She served for 17 years as Heartstart’s Chairman and had long-running roles as Chairman of the local Citizen’s Advice Bureau and President of Friends in Retirement.
In Winchester, Jean was well-known for her service to local government. She brought her trademark common-sense to bear on many important district issues as an Independent councillor. She was ‘utterly, utterly amazed’ to be honoured as Mayor of Winchester from 2003 to 2004 and approached the year with her usual unassuming blend of tact, practicality and friendliness.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Aldi launch eco trial at hundreds of stores in a 'UK supermarket first'

Aldi have launched a trial of a new eco-friendly shopping bag in a 'UK supermarket first ' .
This week the supermarket chain will roll out its own 100 per cent recyclable freezer bag .
The ‘ eco ’ freezer bags are made out of a fully recyclable polyethylene ( 95 per cent ) and seafood waste ( 5 per cent ) – known as shell waste – which Aldi claim are the only own-brand 100 per cent recyclable freezer bags offered by a supermarket in the UK .
Where will the new bags be trialled ?
Starting this week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over 230 stores across England and will appear in parts of the following locations : How much will they cost ?
Retailing at 99p , the bags are also treated with an antimicrobial agent proven to inhibit the growth of common types of bacteria and mould .
Will the trial be rolled out to more stores ?
If the trial is successful , the bags will be rolled out to all of Aldi ’ s 900 stores across the UK .
What have Aldi said ?
Chris McKenry , Plastics and Packaging Director @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It ’ s more important than ever to strike a balance between reducing single-use plastic and maintaining food hygiene .
“ Thanks to its antimicrobial qualities , this recyclable freezer bag enables us to continue on our mission to eradicate unnecessary non-recyclable materials while also offering customers a more hygienic way of storing and transporting food .
“ Our promise to always offer quality at unbeatable prices goes beyond just great food - it ’ s about catering to the needs of our customers in every way we can , and a rapidly-growing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ want to do so sustainably without breaking the bank.
” What else are Aldi doing ?
The trial of the freezer bag is the latest in a number of steps taken by Aldi in its quest to become an even more sustainable retailer .
Aldi is also working towards 100 per cent of its own label packaging being reusable , recyclable or compostable by 2022 , and for brands by 2025 .

This week the supermarket chain will roll out its own 100 per cent recyclable freezer bag.
The ‘eco’ freezer bags are made out of a fully recyclable polyethylene (95 per cent) and seafood waste (5 per cent) – known as shell waste – which Aldi claim are the only own-brand 100 per cent recyclable freezer bags offered by a supermarket in the UK.
Where will the new bags be trialled?
Starting this week, the bags will be trialled in over 230 stores across England and will appear in parts of the following locations:
East Midlands
Yorkshire
North East
North West
South East
How much will they cost?
Retailing at 99p, the bags are also treated with an antimicrobial agent proven to inhibit the growth of common types of bacteria and mould.
Will the trial be rolled out to more stores?
If the trial is successful, the bags will be rolled out to all of Aldi’s 900 stores across the UK.
What have Aldi said?
Chris McKenry, Plastics and Packaging Director at Aldi UK, said: “It’s more important than ever to strike a balance between reducing single-use plastic and maintaining food hygiene.
“Thanks to its antimicrobial qualities, this recyclable freezer bag enables us to continue on our mission to eradicate unnecessary non-recyclable materials while also offering customers a more hygienic way of storing and transporting food.
“Our promise to always offer quality at unbeatable prices goes beyond just great food - it’s about catering to the needs of our customers in every way we can, and a rapidly-growing number of those who shop with us want to do so sustainably without breaking the bank.”
What else are Aldi doing?
The trial of the freezer bag is the latest in a number of steps taken by Aldi in its quest to become an even more sustainable retailer.
Aldi is also working towards 100 per cent of its own label packaging being reusable, recyclable or compostable by 2022, and for brands by 2025.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--The Southampton bakers making free birthday cakes for families who would otherwise go without

A TEAM of volunteer bakers are busy creating cakes for struggling Southampton families .
The city branch of Free Cakes For Kids , which now has 60 groups across the UK , has produced 218 colourful creations for youngsters since its inception in May 2019 .
And they 're busier than ever with families feeling the financial impact of Covid .
All the birthday cakes are lovingly prepared in volunteers ’ own homes , and decorated specially with each child ’ s favourite theme – free of charge .
Peppa Pig and Paw Patrol are the most commonly requested themes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Wallace and Gromit , Minions , sports and chocolate cakes .
Bakers have been set some interesting challenges including producing a go-karting rat cake for twins , one of whom was an animal lover and the other an adrenaline junkie .
Co-ordinator Milly Thomas told the Daily Echo : `` We all love baking .
If we can make a child happy with something we 've made for them , it 's definitely worth it .
`` Many of the children will have never had a birthday cake before , let alone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the first cakes was for a 16-year-old who had never had a party or a cake or even a present that somebody had bought specifically for her because she had been in foster care all her life .
`` Some people think it 's just a birthday cake but , if you 've never had one , it 's a huge deal .
It 's a little bit of normality for these children .
It 's nice for them to know that they 're being thought of . ''
A team of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ own professional baking businesses and others enthusiastic amateur bakers , are assisted by three volunteer drivers and they continue to offer their services through the latest lockdown .
Milly added : `` When we first locked down , we stopped baking .
But so many kids have missed out on so much .
You 're allowed to go out for food deliveries and volunteering so we polled our bakers and decided to keep going .
It 's important to keep going for the kids .
Everyone deserves a bit of luxury , particularly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first decided to set up the group nearly two years ago with the help of Swaythling ward councillor Lorna Fielker .
She now has regular referrals from social services in Southampton as well as Southampton Voluntary Services , Mencap , Solent Mind and the Rose Road Association and is helping set up groups in Winchester , Fareham and Gosport , Bournemouth and Poole and on the Isle of Wight .

The city branch of Free Cakes For Kids, which now has 60 groups across the UK, has produced 218 colourful creations for youngsters since its inception in May 2019.
And they're busier than ever with families feeling the financial impact of Covid.
All the birthday cakes are lovingly prepared in volunteers’ own homes, and decorated specially with each child’s favourite theme – free of charge.
Peppa Pig and Paw Patrol are the most commonly requested themes, but youngsters have also been treated to Wallace and Gromit, Minions, sports and chocolate cakes.
Bakers have been set some interesting challenges including producing a go-karting rat cake for twins, one of whom was an animal lover and the other an adrenaline junkie.
Co-ordinator Milly Thomas told the Daily Echo: "We all love baking. If we can make a child happy with something we've made for them, it's definitely worth it.
"Many of the children will have never had a birthday cake before, let alone one personally baked for them. One of the first cakes was for a 16-year-old who had never had a party or a cake or even a present that somebody had bought specifically for her because she had been in foster care all her life.
"Some people think it's just a birthday cake but, if you've never had one, it's a huge deal. It's a little bit of normality for these children. It's nice for them to know that they're being thought of."
A team of around 15 bakers, some with their own professional baking businesses and others enthusiastic amateur bakers, are assisted by three volunteer drivers and they continue to offer their services through the latest lockdown.
Milly added: "When we first locked down, we stopped baking. But so many kids have missed out on so much. You're allowed to go out for food deliveries and volunteering so we polled our bakers and decided to keep going. It's important to keep going for the kids. Everyone deserves a bit of luxury, particularly at times like this."
Milly first decided to set up the group nearly two years ago with the help of Swaythling ward councillor Lorna Fielker.
She now has regular referrals from social services in Southampton as well as Southampton Voluntary Services, Mencap, Solent Mind and the Rose Road Association and is helping set up groups in Winchester, Fareham and Gosport, Bournemouth and Poole and on the Isle of Wight.
To get involved, email freecakesforkidssouthampton@gmail.com


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Ten retro videogames that could be worth hundreds of pounds - according to experts

The ten retro videogames that could be worth hundreds of pounds have been revealed .
Research was carried out by Rainbow Riches Casino who asked expert dealers at Console Passion to discover the most surprisingly valuable retro games that keen players may have come across during their gaming , or , even better , have stashed away in the loft .
Gamers may be surprised to hear that they could help fund the purchase of the latest PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X if they are in possession of the right games , some of which could have values up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a list of the top ten games that could fetch hundreds of pounds .
Casting you as the plucky , gliding , gargoyle of the title , this early ‘ 90s fantasy adventure has somewhat vanished from most people ’ s memories - despite its colourful graphics and dungeon-crawling action .
That might explain its rare , collectable value .
Arriving at a similar time to JRPG juggernauts like Final Fantasy VII , VIII and IX , Konami ’ s visually outdated experience was widely overlooked in its day – but is now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Very much the cult , surreal chiller to Resident Evil ’ s console-conquering survival horror , the PlayStation release of Clock Tower did not set the sales charts alight .
But those who braved its tense encounters with ‘ Scissorman ’ have many a spooky tale to tell .
Hailed as one of the greatest JRPGs of its generation , and a highlight of SEGA ’ s Saturn console , Panzer Dragoon Saga was beloved by critics – but did not sell well in Europe .
Its high regard and relative scarcity make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Masters of Combat – Sega Master System ( Estimated Value £300+ ) , released in 1993 While the name ‘ Street Fighter ’ has endured long and proudly through the annals of gaming history , fate has not been as kind to SEGA ’ s own early ‘ 90s beat ‘ em up Masters of Combat .
It remains a true curiosity .
Combine the iconic image of an arcade legend with an 8-Bit oddity that asks gamers to solve maths problems , and you end up with quite the collectible .
Castlevania @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) – Sony PlayStation ( Estimated Value £350+ ) , released October 2 , 1997 Highly sought-after due to the inclusion of rare artwork and the game ’ s soundtrack .
The value of this PlayStation title is also enhanced by the sheer adoration in which the side scrolling Metroidvania classic is held .
This futuristic racer featuring rocket boosters , stunts and more could be seen as an answer to the likes of Wipeout – especially given its cool dance soundtrack .
Often forgotten among the mainstream today , it maintains true @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Superman – Sega Megadrive ( Estimated Value £500+ ) , released November 27 , 2011 Comic book properties definitely aren ’ t a modern invention , and back in the ‘ 90s Superman spent his time rampaging around , punching bad guys , in this Streets of Rage style outing .
The final SNES entry in the hugely popular Mega Man X series likely suffered commercially at the time , as attention turned to the new 32-Bit consoles .
With original cartridges in short supply , but the character as popular as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a highly desired collectible .

Research was carried out by Rainbow Riches Casino who asked expert dealers at Console Passion to discover the most surprisingly valuable retro games that keen players may have come across during their gaming, or, even better, have stashed away in the loft.
Gamers may be surprised to hear that they could help fund the purchase of the latest PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X if they are in possession of the right games, some of which could have values up to and over £800.
Here's a list of the top ten games that could fetch hundreds of pounds.
Gargoyle's Quest II – Nintendo Entertainment System (Estimated Value £200+), released July 17, 1992
Casting you as the plucky, gliding, gargoyle of the title, this early ‘90s fantasy adventure has somewhat vanished from most people’s memories - despite its colourful graphics and dungeon-crawling action. That might explain its rare, collectable value.
Suikoden 2 – Sony PlayStation (Estimated Value £250+), released December 17, 1998
Arriving at a similar time to JRPG juggernauts like Final Fantasy VII, VIII and IX, Konami’s visually outdated experience was widely overlooked in its day – but is now considered something of a forgotten classic.
Clock Tower – Sony PlayStation (Estimated Value £300+), released September 14, 1995
Very much the cult, surreal chiller to Resident Evil’s console-conquering survival horror, the PlayStation release of Clock Tower did not set the sales charts alight. But those who braved its tense encounters with ‘Scissorman’ have many a spooky tale to tell.
Panzer Dragoon Saga – Sega Saturn (Estimated Value £300+), released January 29, 1998
Hailed as one of the greatest JRPGs of its generation, and a highlight of SEGA’s Saturn console, Panzer Dragoon Saga was beloved by critics – but did not sell well in Europe.
Its high regard and relative scarcity make it a prized possession for collectors.
Masters of Combat – Sega Master System (Estimated Value £300+), released in 1993
While the name ‘Street Fighter’ has endured long and proudly through the annals of gaming history, fate has not been as kind to SEGA’s own early ‘90s beat ‘em up Masters of Combat. It remains a true curiosity.
Donkey Kong Jr Math – Nintendo Entertainment System (Estimated Value £300+), released December 12, 1983
Combine the iconic image of an arcade legend with an 8-Bit oddity that asks gamers to solve maths problems, and you end up with quite the collectible.
Castlevania Symphony of the Night (Limited Edition) – Sony PlayStation (Estimated Value £350+), released October 2, 1997
Highly sought-after due to the inclusion of rare artwork and the game’s soundtrack.
The value of this PlayStation title is also enhanced by the sheer adoration in which the side scrolling Metroidvania classic is held.
San Francisco Rush 2049 – N64 (Estimated Value £400+), released October 1999
This futuristic racer featuring rocket boosters, stunts and more could be seen as an answer to the likes of Wipeout – especially given its cool dance soundtrack.
Often forgotten among the mainstream today, it maintains true cult appeal.
The Death and Return of Superman – Sega Megadrive (Estimated Value £500+), released November 27, 2011
Comic book properties definitely aren’t a modern invention, and back in the ‘90s Superman spent his time rampaging around, punching bad guys, in this Streets of Rage style outing.
Megaman X3 – Super Nintendo Entertainment System (Estimated Value £800+), released December 1, 1995
The final SNES entry in the hugely popular Mega Man X series likely suffered commercially at the time, as attention turned to the new 32-Bit consoles.
With original cartridges in short supply, but the character as popular as ever among fans, it is now a highly desired collectible.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Naomi House and Jacksplace Santa Run 2020 will be virtual

THERE may not be hundreds of Santas pounding the pavements in Winchester this year .
But Naomi House and Jacksplace 's annual Christmas fun run will still go ahead .
The charity has launched a virtual version , in which participants of any age can create their own 5k route – so long as it is completed in December .
Once registered , they will be sent a red Santa suit and a fluffy white beard .
Charlotte Patrick , events fundraiser at Naomi House and Jacksplace said : `` Although we ’ re really disappointed that our normal event @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , we ’ re so excited to be able to encourage people to join in the fun in their local areas .
`` This event is for all ages and we can ’ t wait to see the photos of everyone dressed up in their Santa suits – mums , dads , children , grandparents , work colleagues .
`` Even though everyone has to be mindful of government guidelines due to the pandemic , they can still have loads of fun and laughs , whilst supporting local children and young adults with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , skip , jump or dance to the finish line .
A minimum of £25 must be raised which will go towards the work of Naomi House and Jacksplace , which runs two hospices in Sutton Scotney .
Ms Patrick added : `` The festive event traditionally sees hundreds of Santas running through the streets of Winchester , but due to the pandemic and the latest lockdown restrictions , this can no longer take place .
`` But Christmas is never cancelled at Naomi House and Jacksplace and this year , participants are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their local areas , keeping within Government guidelines . ''

But Naomi House and Jacksplace's annual Christmas fun run will still go ahead.
The charity has launched a virtual version, in which participants of any age can create their own 5k route – so long as it is completed in December.
Once registered, they will be sent a red Santa suit and a fluffy white beard.
Charlotte Patrick, events fundraiser at Naomi House and Jacksplace said: "Although we’re really disappointed that our normal event can’t take place in Winchester, we’re so excited to be able to encourage people to join in the fun in their local areas.
"This event is for all ages and we can’t wait to see the photos of everyone dressed up in their Santa suits – mums, dads, children, grandparents, work colleagues.
"Even though everyone has to be mindful of government guidelines due to the pandemic, they can still have loads of fun and laughs, whilst supporting local children and young adults with serious illnesses."
Participants can walk, skip, jump or dance to the finish line.
A minimum of £25 must be raised which will go towards the work of Naomi House and Jacksplace, which runs two hospices in Sutton Scotney.
Ms Patrick added: "The festive event traditionally sees hundreds of Santas running through the streets of Winchester, but due to the pandemic and the latest lockdown restrictions, this can no longer take place.
"But Christmas is never cancelled at Naomi House and Jacksplace and this year, participants are being encouraged to take part virtually in their local areas, keeping within Government guidelines."
To register visit naomihouse.org.uk/santa.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Letter - A 'Karen' drove wrong way down one-way street in Romsey

YESTERDAY ( 12/11/2020 ) I was walking through Romsey to be confronted with the English version of the USA phenomenon of an entitled 'Karen ' .
Whilst walking past the fast food outlet along The Hundred ( near the cobblers ) a car pulled up beside me driving the wrong way down the one-way road .
I went over to explain that it was a one-way street ( to be polite ) to be told that 'she was n't blind ' and that I should mind my own business .
The woman ( ca n't call her a lady ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ kind ) got out of her soft top car ( top down 'well why not it was November at 6pm and at least it was n't raining ) with a child .
They went into the take-away after further exclamations of my interference as I deigned to express an opinion ( politely ) about her inability to drive around the town 's one way system .
She picked up their food , got back in the car and executed a brilliant three-point turn before speeding off in the correct direction for the road @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time she had done this manoeuvre .
What a shame there is n't CCTV in the area or is there ?
This is a true definition of an entitled 'Karen ' and if you have n't encountered one just search YouTube and you will find lots more funny examples .

Whilst walking past the fast food outlet along The Hundred (near the cobblers) a car pulled up beside me driving the wrong way down the one-way road.
I went over to explain that it was a one-way street (to be polite) to be told that 'she wasn't blind' and that I should mind my own business.
The woman (can't call her a lady) about 30 years old (to be kind) got out of her soft top car (top down 'well why not it was November at 6pm and at least it wasn't raining) with a child.
They went into the take-away after further exclamations of my interference as I deigned to express an opinion (politely) about her inability to drive around the town's one way system.
She picked up their food, got back in the car and executed a brilliant three-point turn before speeding off in the correct direction for the road.
Obviously this wasn't the first time she had done this manoeuvre.
What a shame there isn't CCTV in the area or is there?
This is a true definition of an entitled 'Karen' and if you haven't encountered one just search YouTube and you will find lots more funny examples.
Name and address supplied


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Talks over plan for 63 homes in Fordingbridge delayed

A MEETING to discuss plans for 63 homes on land at Burgate Acres , Fordingbridge has been pushed back .
The application had been due to be discussed by Fordingbridge Town Council ’ s planning committee this evening ( Wednesday , November 11 ) .
It will now be discussed on December 9 at 7.30pm .
A statement on Fordingbridge Town Council 's Facebook page said : `` This application has now been deferred for discussion at next month 's Planning Committee meeting rather than at this evening 's meeting as was originally planned .
This is due to necessary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ consideration . ''
The application for land at Burgate Acres , Salisbury Road , has been submitted to New Forest District Council by Metis Homes .
Amendments have been made which include reducing the number of homes from 74 to 63 .
A letter submitted by Metis Homes said : “ The resultant reduction in density has enabled a greater level of open space and ANRG ( Alternative Natural Recreational Greenspace ) to be delivered on site , in addition to more areas for new planting around the existing mature landscape structure .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and ANRG are both now in excess of the levels prescribed within supplementary planning guidance and act to create a series of connected spaces within the site and beyond its boundaries .
”

The application had been due to be discussed by Fordingbridge Town Council’s planning committee this evening (Wednesday, November 11). It will now be discussed on December 9 at 7.30pm.
A statement on Fordingbridge Town Council's Facebook page said: "This application has now been deferred for discussion at next month's Planning Committee meeting rather than at this evening's meeting as was originally planned. This is due to necessary consultee reports not yet being available for consideration."
The application for land at Burgate Acres, Salisbury Road, has been submitted to New Forest District Council by Metis Homes.
Amendments have been made which include reducing the number of homes from 74 to 63.
A letter submitted by Metis Homes said: “The resultant reduction in density has enabled a greater level of open space and ANRG (Alternative Natural Recreational Greenspace) to be delivered on site, in addition to more areas for new planting around the existing mature landscape structure.
“The resultant level of open space and ANRG are both now in excess of the levels prescribed within supplementary planning guidance and act to create a series of connected spaces within the site and beyond its boundaries.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--Winchester teenager found with telescopic cosh and cannabis

A WINCHESTER teenager was found to have a telescopic cosh when searched by police .
Leon Jolliffe , 19 , @ @ @ @ @ , was driving a car when stopped by officers on the A303 at Bullington Cross @ @ @ @ @ on February 22 .
Jolliffe admitted possessing an offensive weapon and a quantity of cannabis @ @ @ @ @ hours unpaid work with a rehabilitation activity requirement for up to 15 days .
He @ @ @ @ @ a £95 victim surcharge and £85 costs .
A charge of failing to stop when @ @ @ @ @ officer on the A303 was withdrawn by the prosecution .

Leon Jolliffe, 19, of Fox Lane, Stanmore, was driving a car when stopped by officers on the A303 at Bullington Cross, near Sutton Scotney, on February 22.
Jolliffe admitted possessing an offensive weapon and a quantity of cannabis and was ordered to 100 hours unpaid work with a rehabilitation activity requirement for up to 15 days. He was also told to pay a £95 victim surcharge and £85 costs.
A charge of failing to stop when ordered by a uniformed police officer on the A303 was withdrawn by the prosecution.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--18 pictures by Daily Echo Camera Club members

IT ’ S BEEN a successful week for our Daily Echo Camera Club members , with photographs from across the @ @ @ @ @ be day or night .
We chose 18 of our favourite photographs from across Hampshire @ @ @ @ @ and ponies playing in the New Forest to snaps of Southampton ’ s Remembrance Service @ @ @ @ @ fail to capture a range of subjects Some photographers chose landscapes as their subject , @ @ @ @ @ day and dusk .
We chose just a few of the incredible photos taken and @ @ @ @ @ spread , so our readers can feel motivated for the week ahead .
Would you @ @ @ @ @ your picture in the paper ?
If so , you can join our club at @ @

We chose 18 of our favourite photographs from across Hampshire this week.
From pigs and ponies playing in the New Forest to snaps of Southampton’s Remembrance Service, our club members never fail to capture a range of subjects
Some photographers chose landscapes as their subject, with members capturing dawn, day and dusk.
We chose just a few of the incredible photos taken and placed them into this double-page spread, so our readers can feel motivated for the week ahead.
Would you like the chance to have your picture in the paper?
If so, you can join our club at www.facebook.com/groups/decameraclub.


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--LETTER - At last! CCTV in Southampton parks

The Labour council is finally going to put CCTV in Southampton city parks .
It 's disgraceful that it has @ @ @ @ @ for this to happen .
For years now there have been major problems with the @ @ @ @ @ the police I ask , why are they not monitoring our parks ?
We need @ @ @ @ @ city .
A young 17-year-old girl was raped in Hoglands Park at 10am .
With @ @ @ @ @ is a lot quieter so we really do need the police to monitor our city @ @ @ @ @ .

The Labour council is finally going to put CCTV in Southampton city parks.
It's disgraceful that it has taken several attacks in order for this to happen.
For years now there have been major problems with the city parks.
Where are the police I ask, why are they not monitoring our parks?
We need more police presence in this city.
A young 17-year-old girl was raped in Hoglands Park at 10am.
With lockdown at the moment town is a lot quieter so we really do need the police to monitor our city before this happens yet again.
Bev Pinsent
Through website


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--LETTER - Cars driving round Asda and Tesco carpaks

So our so called experts have advised that we can no longer play golf , visit a friend , play @ @ @ @ @ etc.etc as this is where the virus may pass .
Today I visit my local @ @ @ @ @ .
Cars are trailing around the car park trying to find a place to park @ @ @ @ @ disabled relative I then visit Tesco at Bursledon and again find cars circulating the car @ @ @ @ @ place to park .
Now where , do I ask myself , is this virus @ @ @ @ @

Today I visit my local Asda to fuel my car.
Cars are trailing around the car park trying to find a place to park.
To shop for a disabled relative I then visit Tesco at Bursledon and again find cars circulating the car park trying to find a place to park.
Now where, do I ask myself, is this virus being spread, experts?
Give me a break.
Alan Dadswell
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--LETTER - Is council looking at innovative ideas for Christmas in Southampton?

CHRISTMAS seems to be cancelled in Southamptnon and other towns .
However , Wales , which has had a stricter @ @ @ @ @ : Cardiff - Ice walk , big wheel , fairground attractions , under co ver @ @ @ @ @ ad Santa tours .
Swansea - Alpine village , more Christmas trees , virtual Christmas @ @ @ @ @ , a giant wheel , stalls selling food and gifts etc , ice skating and @ @ @ @ @ .
Is our council looking at similar innovative ideas ?

However, Wales, which has had a stricter lockdown there is the following:
Cardiff - Ice walk, big wheel, fairground attractions, under co ver socially distanced easting and drinking ad Santa tours.
Swansea - Alpine village, more Christmas trees, virtual Christmas parade, new Christmas lights, a giant wheel, stalls selling food and gifts etc, ice skating and a Christmas social distanced market.
Is our council looking at similar innovative ideas?
I think probably not.
P Bedford
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--300,000 new homes needed a year, Lloyds Banking Group Big Conversation hears

BRITAIN would have to build “ probably 300,000 homes a year ” to help the housing market to recover , a discussion hosted by Lloyds Banking Group has heard .
Business leaders and policy makers came together to plot a future beyond the pandemic in the South East as part of a UK-wide programme of events hosted by Lloyds Banking Group .
The discussion , Building the South East Back : Helping the Housing Market Recover , was part of The Big Conversation : Helping Britain Recover .
Chaired by Michelle Blayney , Lloyds Banking Group ’ s ambassador for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ panel outlined some of the biggest challenges facing the housing market in the region and also looked to the future to think of creative ways the economy can be mobilised to help it recover .
Peter Truscott , chief executive of housebuilder Crest Nicholson , told the event : “ Housing is no different to any other commodity and for a generation , we have simply not built enough homes to meet the demand .
“ There are a number of reasons for that but there is no quick fix solution .
I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s taken 20-30 years to get to this position and it will take a long time to recover that .
It is necessary to build disproportionately more homes , probably 300,000 a year , for quite some time to catch up.
” He said the planning and regulatory system meant that “ it takes twice as long now to get through the process of building a home than it did when I started out ” .
He called for the creation of “ mixed communities ” , with people able to move @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fully-owned homes .
Ben Everitt , Conservative MP on the Commons ’ housing , communities and local government committee , said the housing market was “ broken at every stage ” .
“ When we talk about a housing market , we have to realise it ’ s not really a market in the way that we know it , it ’ s actually just a series of market interventions that have collided with each other over the last few decades , ” he said .
He added : “ I would start @ @ @ @ @ @ @ policy but where we go from then on needs to be led by what we now know about where the houses need to be , where the demand is and what consumer expectations are.
” Eastleigh MP Paul Holmes , who sits on the same parliamentary committee , agreed with the need for council house building .
But Peter Truscott of Crest Nicholson argued against major council house building , saying it would be “ competing for the same resources ” .
Anne-Marie Mountifield , chief executive of Solent Local Enterprise Partnership , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to look at the skills shortage in construction .
She said the Civil Engineering Training Centre at Fareham College was addressing the issue .
“ It starts at entry level , providing young people and adults looking for a new career with their licence to practice .
It takes them right through , for those that want to , to looking at degrees in architecture and building design .
”

Business leaders and policy makers came together to plot a future beyond the pandemic in the South East as part of a UK-wide programme of events hosted by Lloyds Banking Group.
The discussion, Building the South East Back: Helping the Housing Market Recover, was part of The Big Conversation: Helping Britain Recover.
Chaired by Michelle Blayney, Lloyds Banking Group’s ambassador for the South East, The Big Conversation panel outlined some of the biggest challenges facing the housing market in the region and also looked to the future to think of creative ways the economy can be mobilised to help it recover.
Peter Truscott, chief executive of housebuilder Crest Nicholson, told the event: “Housing is no different to any other commodity and for a generation, we have simply not built enough homes to meet the demand.
“There are a number of reasons for that but there is no quick fix solution. I’m sad to say that it’s taken 20-30 years to get to this position and it will take a long time to recover that. It is necessary to build disproportionately more homes, probably 300,000 a year, for quite some time to catch up.”
He said the planning and regulatory system meant that “it takes twice as long now to get through the process of building a home than it did when I started out”.
He called for the creation of “mixed communities”, with people able to move from rented homes to shared ownership and fully-owned homes.
Ben Everitt, Conservative MP on the Commons’ housing, communities and local government committee, said the housing market was “broken at every stage”.
“When we talk about a housing market, we have to realise it’s not really a market in the way that we know it, it’s actually just a series of market interventions that have collided with each other over the last few decades,” he said.
He added: “I would start with a large scale council house building policy but where we go from then on needs to be led by what we now know about where the houses need to be, where the demand is and what consumer expectations are.”
Eastleigh MP Paul Holmes, who sits on the same parliamentary committee, agreed with the need for council house building.
But Peter Truscott of Crest Nicholson argued against major council house building, saying it would be “competing for the same resources”.
Anne-Marie Mountifield, chief executive of Solent Local Enterprise Partnership, said the coronavirus crisis presented an opportunity to look at the skills shortage in construction.
She said the Civil Engineering Training Centre at Fareham College was addressing the issue. “It starts at entry level, providing young people and adults looking for a new career with their licence to practice. It takes them right through, for those that want to, to looking at degrees in architecture and building design.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-16--LETTER - If you want us to take Covid seriously show us the evidence

So we all notice this lockdown is not beint taken as seriously as last , why ?
One minute it ’ s ok , all normal except few areas and I 've have heard lot of people say it 's centred on Manchester and Liverpool .
Down south , it ’ s safe , we are ok. Traffic is as busy as ever , and I have passed one police car this week .
Perhaps they have been furloughed ?
I know most people are carrying on as normal but why are certain places more affected ?
Why did Italian @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no hospital horrors shown here on news to drive message home ?
How about contact tracing ?
Why is it when a teacher has Covid and pupils are sent home , the entire household of the children can continue their business ?
Is the UK , for a tiny island , coming to realise that our politeness and respect for authority/professionals be questioned ?
The politicians can argue over rights and wrongs of Covid as with any topic but the facts remain .
If the government want us to see the seriousness , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ respectful and polite .

One minute it’s ok, all normal except few areas and I've have heard lot of people say it's centred on Manchester and Liverpool.
Down south, it’s safe, we are ok.
Traffic is as busy as ever, and I have passed one police car this week.
Perhaps they have been furloughed?
I know most people are carrying on as normal but why are certain places more affected?
Why did Italian hospitals make headlines in March here but no hospital horrors shown here on news to drive message home?
How about contact tracing? Why is it when a teacher has Covid and pupils are sent home, the entire household of the children can continue their business?
Is the UK, for a tiny island, coming to realise that our politeness and respect for authority/professionals be questioned?
It’s a political toy for sure.
The politicians can argue over rights and wrongs of Covid as with any topic but the facts remain.
If the government want us to see the seriousness, then show the evidence - we are respectful and polite.
Name and address supplied


thedailyecho--2020-11-17--Man killed on M271 after crash involving two vans, truck and lorry

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thedailyecho--2020-11-17--Person injured after fire at block of flats in Ocean Village, Southampton

A PERSON was given medical treatment after firefighters were called to a blaze at a block of flats in Southampton @ @ @ @ @ last night to reports of the smell of burning in a flat on Canute Road @ @ @ @ @ for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said : `` Crews from St Mary 's , @ @ @ @ @ were mobilised at 19:34 last night to a high-rise building on Canute Road as the @ @ @ @ @ and the alarm sounding in a flat .
`` There was a fire on the @ @ @ @ @ four breathing apparatus and two jets .
`` Natural ventilation was used for smoke clearance @ @ @ @ @ rescued and given immediate emergency care by firefighters before the arrival of South Central Ambulance @ @ @ @ @ was extinguished at 20:14pm .

Firefighters responded at 19:34pm last night to reports of the smell of burning in a flat on Canute Road, Southampton.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "Crews from St Mary's, Redbridge, Hightown and Eastleigh were mobilised at 19:34 last night to a high-rise building on Canute Road as the smell of burning was reported and the alarm sounding in a flat.
"There was a fire on the cooker which was extinguished using four breathing apparatus and two jets.
"Natural ventilation was used for smoke clearance.
"One person was rescued and given immediate emergency care by firefighters before the arrival of South Central Ambulance Service."
The fire was extinguished at 20:14pm.


thedailyecho--2020-11-17--Calls to scrap parking fees in Southampton until spring 2021

CIVIC chiefs are being urged to scrap parking charges across the whole of Southampton until next year .
Opposition councillors are calling on Southampton City Council to bin the fees for both car parks and on-street parking until spring 2021 .
They said the move would encourage more people to come to the city and support local businesses during the pandemic .
The news comes as earlier this year Conservative councillors called for parking fees to be scrapped until January 2021 but the proposal was turned down .
At the time Labour councillors said scrapping parking fees will have “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ counter-productive ” to the council ’ s Green Transport Recovery Plan .
But at the full council meeting set to take place on November 18 , the Tories are going to table a new motion asking for the parking charges to be scrapped until spring .
Cllr Dan Fitzhenry , leader of the opposition , said the charges should be suspended until April at least depending on the impact of Covid-19 .
Cllr Steven Galton , shadow cabinet member for transport , added : “ This is about making sure people know @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Southampton is very much based on retail , leisure , hospitality and it has been severely impacted.Speaking with businesses in Southampton they are really struggling , they need help .
We are talking about people ’ s jobs and livelihoods.
” Cllr Galton said the long-term goal is to encourage more people to use public transport .
But he added : “ At the moment , with the need to social distance fewer people are using public transport.Short-term concern is keeping those jobs .
We need the council to do all it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fees until January 2021 were first put forward in July , Cllr Steve Leggett , cabinet member for green city and place , said parking charges ensure a turnover of vehicles within parking bays in the city .
At the time he told councillors that scrapping parking fees would result in a £4m income loss .
He said the proposals would be counter-productive to the council ’ s Green Transport Recovery Plan “ because that would encourage people to drive ” .
But in July he stressed that the council was supporting businesses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ asked for a comment on the motion that the Conservative group is going to move on Wednesday , Cllr Leggett said he had nothing to add to his response in July .
Full council meeting will start at 2pm and it will be held online .

Opposition councillors are calling on Southampton City Council to bin the fees for both car parks and on-street parking until spring 2021.
They said the move would encourage more people to come to the city and support local businesses during the pandemic.
The news comes as earlier this year Conservative councillors called for parking fees to be scrapped until January 2021 but the proposal was turned down.
At the time Labour councillors said scrapping parking fees will have “a minimum impact” and would be “counter-productive” to the council’s Green Transport Recovery Plan.
But at the full council meeting set to take place on November 18, the Tories are going to table a new motion asking for the parking charges to be scrapped until spring.
Cllr Dan Fitzhenry, leader of the opposition, said the charges should be suspended until April at least depending on the impact of Covid-19.
Cllr Steven Galton, shadow cabinet member for transport, added: “This is about making sure people know Southampton is open for business. Business in Southampton is very much based on retail, leisure, hospitality and it has been severely impacted.Speaking with businesses in Southampton they are really struggling, they need help. We are talking about people’s jobs and livelihoods.”
Cllr Galton said the long-term goal is to encourage more people to use public transport.
But he added: “At the moment, with the need to social distance fewer people are using public transport.Short-term concern is keeping those jobs. We need the council to do all it can.”
When proposals to scrap parking fees until January 2021 were first put forward in July, Cllr Steve Leggett, cabinet member for green city and place, said parking charges ensure a turnover of vehicles within parking bays in the city.
At the time he told councillors that scrapping parking fees would result in a £4m income loss . He said the proposals would be counter-productive to the council’s Green Transport Recovery Plan “because that would encourage people to drive”.
But in July he stressed that the council was supporting businesses through other measures including grants.
When asked for a comment on the motion that the Conservative group is going to move on Wednesday, Cllr Leggett said he had nothing to add to his response in July.
Full council meeting will start at 2pm and it will be held online.


thedailyecho--2020-11-17--Search for witnesses to assault on a woman in Southampton

Police have appealed for witnesses to an assault that took place in Southampton at the weekend .
The incident happened @ @ @ @ @ Mary 's Street between 8.30pm and 9.45pm on Saturday .
Officers were called after a @ @ @ @ @ hallway at the property .
A 28-year-old man from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of @ @ @ @ @ .
He has since been released from custody but remains under investigation .
Police are @ @ @ @ @ anyone who may have information to help with their enquiries .
They say they are @ @ @ @ @ a delivery driver who they believe was outside the property at the time of the @ @ @ @ @ Hampshire Constabulary said : `` Were you in or near the communal hallway between 8.30pm @ @ @ @ @ ?
`` Anyone with information is asked to phone 101 with reference 44200442052 .
Alternatively @ @ @ @ @ 100 % anonymously on 0800 555 111 . ''

The incident happened at Summers Court, St Mary's Street.
Officers were called after a woman was assaulted in a communal hallway at the property between 8.30pm and 9.45pm on Saturday.
A 28-year-old man from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of assault occasioning actual bodily harm.
He has since been released from custody but remains under investigation.
Police are now keen to speak to anyone who may have information to help with their enquiries.
They say they are particularly keen to hear from a delivery driver who they believe was outside the property at the time of the assault.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "Were you in or near the communal hallway between 8.30pm and 9.45pm on 14 November?
"Anyone with information is asked to phone 101 with reference 44200442052. Alternatively, you can phone Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111."


thedailyecho--2020-11-17--Barton Peveril College records 12 covid cases in one week

A COLLEGE has confirmed 12 positive cases of covid in one week .
Barton Peveril Sixth Form College , on @ @ @ @ @ says 12 students tested positive for the virus last week .
As a result of @ @ @ @ @ been identified as 'close contacts ' and asked to self isolate for 14 days .
@ @ @ @ @ no cases amongst college staff last week .
The college , which has over 4,000 @ @ @ @ @ been working closely with Public Health England in its response to the positive cases .
@ @ @ @ @ said : `` With the full support of Public Health England , the College will @ @ @ @ @ and the vast majority of students who are not in the self isolating group are @ @ @ @ @

Barton Peveril Sixth Form College, on Chestnut Avenue, Eastleigh, says 12 students tested positive for the virus last week.
As a result of this, 27 students have been identified as 'close contacts' and asked to self isolate for 14 days.
There were said to be no cases amongst college staff last week.
The college, which has over 4,000 full time students, has been working closely with Public Health England in its response to the positive cases.
A spokesperson for Barton Peveril said: "With the full support of Public Health England, the College will continue to operate as normal and the vast majority of students who are not in the self isolating group are attending college unaffected."


thedailyecho--2020-11-17--Coronavirus: 421 more Covid-19 cases diagnosed in Southampton over the weekend

The number of recorded coronavirus cases in Southampton jumped by 421 over the weekend , official figures show .
Public Health England figures show that 3,391 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 by 9am on Monday ( November 16 ) in Southampton , up from 2,970 the same time on Friday .
As of Monday ( November 16 ) , PHE has updated the way it records the location of people who test positive or negative for the virus .
The address given at the point of testing will now be used to determine a person 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on their electronic NHS record , with the change retrospectively applied to tests carried out from September 1 .
PHE said : `` Due to reallocation of cases in this way , the number of cases reported by a local authority may be artificially high or low on November 16 . ''
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 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the number of recorded cases increased by 73,185 over the period , to 1,390,681 .
Southampton 's cases were among the 107,164 recorded across the South East , a figure which rose by 5,857 over the period .
Cumulative case counts include patients who are currently unwell , have recovered and those that have died .

Public Health England figures show that 3,391 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 by 9am on Monday (November 16) in Southampton, up from 2,970 the same time on Friday.
As of Monday (November 16), PHE has updated the way it records the location of people who test positive or negative for the virus.
The address given at the point of testing will now be used to determine a person's area of residence, rather than that on their electronic NHS record, with the change retrospectively applied to tests carried out from September 1.
PHE said: "Due to reallocation of cases in this way, the number of cases reported by a local authority may be artificially high or low on November 16."
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.
Across the UK, the number of recorded cases increased by 73,185 over the period, to 1,390,681.
Southampton's cases were among the 107,164 recorded across the South East, a figure which rose by 5,857 over the period.
Cumulative case counts include patients who are currently unwell, have recovered and those that have died.