thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Drop in speeding offences in Hampshire during lockdown

JUST over 500 Hampshire motorists were caught speeding in April , dropping by thousands of offences when compared to the same month last year .
New figures have revealed that a total of 578 people were caught speeding in Hampshire during the month of April this year - the height of the coronavirus lockdown period .
This is a drop of more than 6,000 offences when compared to the same time period last year .
Police chiefs have said that they have seen a decrease of of speeding offences due to less vehicles being on the road during lockdown .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ weeks of lockdown , fatal and serious collisions halved in the county .
The figures give number of offences and highest speeds in April 2019 followed by April 2020 .
In April 2019 , 7,368 drivers were caught speeding in the county with the fastest offender clocked at 113mph .
This is compared to the 578 drivers caught in the same period this year , with the quickest speed recorded at 98mph .
Chief Inspector Chris White from the Roads Policing Unit said that in Hampshire police have seen a `` significant decrease @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pandemic , explaining that this is what they would expect with less vehicles on the road .
He added : “ During the first six weeks of lockdown , fatal and serious collisions halved , whilst minor injury and damage collisions fell by more than half , compared with the same period in 2019 .
“ Speeding is one of the ‘ fatal four ’ factors that results in fatal or serious injury collisions .
“ Throughout the pandemic , officers from our Roads Policing Unit have been carrying out patrols across the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the law in the same way as communities would expect of us .
`` Just as before the Coronavirus crisis , high risk driving and riding continues to result in deaths and serious injuries on our roads , all of which puts a lot of additional and unnecessary strain on the NHS and other emergency services on the frontline .
“ In May , we supported the national police Chiefs ’ Council ’ s ‘ Slow down , Save Lives ’ campaign which was launched to remind motorists the importance of travelling within @ @ @ @ @ @ @ awareness around the dangers of speeding .
“ We remain committed to ensuring the safety of our local communities , and through the use of marked and unmarked cars , vans and motorcycles , we are maintaining an active presence on the roads .
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New figures have revealed that a total of 578 people were caught speeding in Hampshire during the month of April this year - the height of the coronavirus lockdown period.
This is a drop of more than 6,000 offences when compared to the same time period last year.
Police chiefs have said that they have seen a decrease of of speeding offences due to less vehicles being on the road during lockdown.
They explained that during the first six weeks of lockdown, fatal and serious collisions halved in the county.
The figures give number of offences and highest speeds in April 2019 followed by April 2020.
In April 2019, 7,368 drivers were caught speeding in the county with the fastest offender clocked at 113mph.
This is compared to the 578 drivers caught in the same period this year, with the quickest speed recorded at 98mph.
Chief Inspector Chris White from the Roads Policing Unit said that in Hampshire police have seen a "significant decrease" in recorded speeding offences during the pandemic, explaining that this is what they would expect with less vehicles on the road.
He added: “During the first six weeks of lockdown, fatal and serious collisions halved, whilst minor injury and damage collisions fell by more than half, compared with the same period in 2019.
“Speeding is one of the ‘fatal four’ factors that results in fatal or serious injury collisions.
“Throughout the pandemic, officers from our Roads Policing Unit have been carrying out patrols across the county aimed at discouraging speeding and enforcing the law in the same way as communities would expect of us.
"Just as before the Coronavirus crisis, high risk driving and riding continues to result in deaths and serious injuries on our roads, all of which puts a lot of additional and unnecessary strain on the NHS and other emergency services on the frontline.
“In May, we supported the national police Chiefs’ Council’s ‘Slow down, Save Lives’ campaign which was launched to remind motorists the importance of travelling within the speed limit, while promoting greater awareness around the dangers of speeding.
“We remain committed to ensuring the safety of our local communities, and through the use of marked and unmarked cars, vans and motorcycles, we are maintaining an active presence on the roads.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Bluestar bus services to increase in Southampton

A SOUTHAMPTON bus service is to further increase some bus services from Sunday .
Bluestar is increasing its Bluestar 9 @ @ @ @ @ and Bluestar 16 ( Southampton to Townhill Park ) timetables , from July 5 .
@ @ @ @ @ help passengers maintain social distancing , and to provide a more frequent service .
The @ @ @ @ @ to pre-coronavirus timetables , with the exception of a reduced evening service continuing Monday to @ @ @ @ @ is to increase to four buses per hour during peak times Monday to Saturday .
@ @ @ @ @ pre-coronavirus , timetable on Sundays .

Bluestar is increasing its Bluestar 9 (Southampton to Fawley) and Bluestar 16 (Southampton to Townhill Park) timetables, from July 5.
The move is designed to help passengers maintain social distancing, and to provide a more frequent service.
The Bluestar 9 is to revert to pre-coronavirus timetables, with the exception of a reduced evening service continuing Monday to Saturday.
The Bluestar 16 is to increase to four buses per hour during peak times Monday to Saturday. Reverts to a normal, pre-coronavirus, timetable on Sundays.


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--OBITUARY: Guard of honour for popular walking footballer Norman Pendlebury

A POPULAR figure in the Eastleigh Walking Football Club , Norman Pendlebury was given a guard of honour by his teammates who donned full kit to pay their respects on the route to his funeral last week .
The keen sportsman , who was a retired army officer and former senior law lecturer , has died at the age of 89 .
One of three children born near Wigan in 1930 , he attained the rank of Major in the Army despite humble beginnings as the son of a Lancashire miner .
He was based in Hong Kong , Germany @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of postings in the UK , latterly at Worthy Down near Winchester .
He became a law lecturer at Southampton Institute of Higher Education , now Solent University , on his retirement from the Army , and wrote a book on company law for students which is used globally .
Norman played a number of sports including basketball , hockey , tennis , cricket and football for Rumsey ’ s Dads Army until the age of 75 .
At 84 , he joined the Eastleigh Walking Football Club as the oldest member by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ newspapers and often won prizes .
He also enjoyed dining out at the Woolston Cafe near his home in Weston where he enjoyed a cooked breakfast daily before lockdown .
He lost his wife in 2014 , but leaves three children , Richard , Judy and Ruth , seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren .

The keen sportsman, who was a retired army officer and former senior law lecturer, has died at the age of 89.
One of three children born near Wigan in 1930, he attained the rank of Major in the Army despite humble beginnings as the son of a Lancashire miner. He was based in Hong Kong, Germany and Kenya as well as a number of postings in the UK, latterly at Worthy Down near Winchester.
He became a law lecturer at Southampton Institute of Higher Education, now Solent University, on his retirement from the Army, and wrote a book on company law for students which is used globally.
Norman played a number of sports including basketball, hockey, tennis, cricket and football for Rumsey’s Dads Army until the age of 75. At 84, he joined the Eastleigh Walking Football Club as the oldest member by some years.
Norman loved crosswords in newspapers and often won prizes. He also enjoyed dining out at the Woolston Cafe near his home in Weston where he enjoyed a cooked breakfast daily before lockdown.
He lost his wife in 2014, but leaves three children, Richard, Judy and Ruth, seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Slip road M3 to Eastleigh reopens after crash

A HAMPSHIRE slip road on the motorway has reopened after a crash .
The crash , which involved a car @ @ @ @ @ to the M3 at Eastleigh off the slip road at Junction 13 , being closed @ @ @ @ @ inside the car during the crash and got themselves out .
It was reported just @ @ @ @ @ Emergency services including fire crews rushed to the scene which blocked the roundabout further down @ @ @ @ @ A33 Bassett Avenue roundabout .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said : @ @ @ @ @ Eastleigh were mobilised at 22:32 last night .
`` There was a vehicle on its @ @ @ @ @ .
`` Four people self-extricated from the vehicle .
`` Immediate emergency care was provided @ @ @ @ @ The scene was made safe and the stop message came in at 23:19 . ''
@ @ @ @ @ 5am and traffic began to flow as normal .

The crash, which involved a car on its roof, led to the M3 at Eastleigh off the slip road at Junction 13, being closed overnight.
Four people were inside the car during the crash and got themselves out.
It was reported just before 11pm last night.
Emergency services including fire crews rushed to the scene which blocked the roundabout further down the road, at the A33 Bassett Avenue roundabout.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "Two fire engines from Eastleigh were mobilised at 22:32 last night.
"There was a vehicle on its roof on the Eastleigh sliproad.
"Four people self-extricated from the vehicle.
"Immediate emergency care was provided to assist SCAS.
"The scene was made safe and the stop message came in at 23:19."
The road was cleared by 5am and traffic began to flow as normal.


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--OBITUARY: The fulfilled life of former Cantell teacher Joe House

HE was born and died in the same house in Shirley , but packed in a fulfilled life of travel , sport and teaching in between .
Former Glen Eyre / Cantell School teacher Joe House led London school boys in the Opening Ceremony of the Olympics in 1948 , kayaked down the River Wye in the UK and the Rivers Moselle and Rhine in Germany , sailed to the Isle of Wight on a dinghy his brother had built and went mountaineering in Scotland , Wales and the Lake District .
He also travelled extensively in Europe , Russia @ @ @ @ @ @ @ interest in photography .
Born in 1928 , one of seven siblings , he attended St Mark ’ s School and King Edward VI School and was evacuated to Poole and Bournemouth during World War II .
A sergeant in the Royal Army Education Corps , he became a PE and religious instruction teacher in London before moving back to Southampton in the 70s to look after his poorly father .
A lifelong bachelor , he was a keen church goer and City Life Church in Burgess Road was a big part of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for three of his brothers .
Described by one of his nieces as having a mischievous sense of humour with a cheeky smile and a delightful sparkle in his eyes as he told his tales , he died aged 91 .
A much loved brother , uncle and friend , his funeral has already taken place .
Donations to the Leprosy Mission in his honour can be directed to RC Payne & Son in Bitterne .

Former Glen Eyre / Cantell School teacher Joe House led London school boys in the Opening Ceremony of the Olympics in 1948, kayaked down the River Wye in the UK and the Rivers Moselle and Rhine in Germany, sailed to the Isle of Wight on a dinghy his brother had built and went mountaineering in Scotland, Wales and the Lake District.
He also travelled extensively in Europe, Russia and the USA and had a keen interest in photography.
Born in 1928, one of seven siblings, he attended St Mark’s School and King Edward VI School and was evacuated to Poole and Bournemouth during World War II.
A sergeant in the Royal Army Education Corps, he became a PE and religious instruction teacher in London before moving back to Southampton in the 70s to look after his poorly father.
A lifelong bachelor, he was a keen church goer and City Life Church in Burgess Road was a big part of his life. Joe was best man for three of his brothers.
Described by one of his nieces as having a mischievous sense of humour with a cheeky smile and a delightful sparkle in his eyes as he told his tales, he died aged 91.
A much loved brother, uncle and friend, his funeral has already taken place. Donations to the Leprosy Mission in his honour can be directed to RC Payne & Son in Bitterne.


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Win your household bills paid for the next three months!

Can you imagine the relief of not having to worry about how you ’ re going to pay for your @ @ @ @ @ , your electricity , gas and council tax for the next three months ?
Well @ @ @ @ @ new competition from your favourite local newspaper you can forget about those worries and concentrate @ @ @ @ @ in life – going out and enjoying life !
Now that the government ’ s @ @ @ @ @ and life is getting back to normality , here ’ s your chance to take @ @ @ @ @ household expenditure and WIN peace of mind for the next three months !
It ’ @ @ @ @ @ from Monday we will publish a token each day .
Simply attach 3 out of @ @ @ @ @ to the entry form printed on Friday , answer the qualifying question and send your @ @ @ @ @ on the entry form .
You have been there with us , and so we @ @ @ @ @ .

Well if you win this great new competition from your favourite local newspaper you can forget about those worries and concentrate on what’s important in life – going out and enjoying life!
Now that the government’s lockdown is starting to ease and life is getting back to normality, here’s your chance to take away the pressure of your household expenditure and WIN peace of mind for the next three months!
It’s easy to enter, from Monday we will publish a token each day.
Simply attach 3 out of the 4 differently numbered tokens to the entry form printed on Friday, answer the qualifying question and send your entry to the address stated on the entry form.
You have been there with us, and so we’re there with you.


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--LETTER - Call for temporary lights at Bitterne Road West Southampton

But it is also dangerous .
Traffic lights have to be installed at the eastern side of the Northam Bridge @ @ @ @ @ the cycle/bus lane , drivers can no longer turn safely in and out of Quayside @ @ @ @ @ If temporary lights are not installed soon there is a real risk of a serious @ @

But it is also dangerous.
Traffic lights have to be installed at the eastern side of the Northam Bridge.
With the introduction of the cycle/bus lane, drivers can no longer turn safely in and out of Quayside Road and Hawkeswood Road.
If temporary lights are not installed soon there is a real risk of a serious accident.
Jon Walters
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--HMO in Osborne Road South could be transformed into flats

A LARGE house of multiple occupations could be transformed into two flats should plans be approved by civic chiefs .
@ @ @ @ @ seven-bed HMO into a pair of flats has been submitted to Southampton City Council .
@ @ @ @ @ Road South in Southampton currently has seven bedrooms .
The proposals detail plans for two @ @ @ @ @ and one two-bed flat .
A decision on the plans is yet to be decided @ @ @ @ @

An application to turn a seven-bed HMO into a pair of flats has been submitted to Southampton City Council.
The house, on Osborne Road South in Southampton currently has seven bedrooms.
The proposals detail plans for two flats - one three-bed flat and one two-bed flat.
A decision on the plans is yet to be decided by the City Council.


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--New business trophy at South Coast Business Awards

IF you know a business that has got off to a great start in the past two years , it could be recognised with an award .
The Best New Business title at the South Coast Business Awards will go to a venture whose success so far has set the groundwork for growth .
The judges in this category will be looking for a clearly conveyed business idea and specific achievements .
The awards celebrate excellence across all the sectors that make up the Hampshire and Isle of Wight economy .
Businesses should be able to demonstrate evidence of positive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or a strategy for change in the next 12 months .
Principal sponsor Dutton Gregory invites any company whose head office is based in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight to enter or to be nominated .
Nominations will be considered by our judging panel and maybe subject to a “ mystery shopper ” visit by the category sponsor .
The judges will be looking to announce the three finalists in each category in the Daily Echo .
All three category finalists , plus one guest each , will be invited to join @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the home of the Saints , St Mary ’ s Stadium , where the winners will be announced .
The ceremony is scheduled for Thursday , November 12 .
The winners of each category will receive £250 of advertising in the Daily Echo or on dailyecho.co.uk .
They will also be featured in the category winners ’ coverage in the Daily Echo and online at dailyecho.co.uk .
The awards ceremony will also see one company crowned Business of the Year Award .
This overall winner will be chosen by the judging panel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other categories in the awards are : • Best Use Of Technology Award You can enter online here .
The closing date for nominations is Monday , August 31 .

The Best New Business title at the South Coast Business Awards will go to a venture whose success so far has set the groundwork for growth.
The judges in this category will be looking for a clearly conveyed business idea and specific achievements.
The awards celebrate excellence across all the sectors that make up the Hampshire and Isle of Wight economy.
Businesses should be able to demonstrate evidence of positive change in the past 12 months, or a strategy for change in the next 12 months.
Principal sponsor Dutton Gregory invites any company whose head office is based in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight to enter or to be nominated.
Nominations will be considered by our judging panel and maybe subject to a “mystery shopper” visit by the category sponsor.
The judges will be looking to announce the three finalists in each category in the Daily Echo.
All three category finalists, plus one guest each, will be invited to join their category sponsors at the awards ceremony at the home of the Saints, St Mary’s Stadium, where the winners will be announced.
The ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, November 12.
The winners of each category will receive £250 of advertising in the Daily Echo or on dailyecho.co.uk.
They will also be featured in the category winners’ coverage in the Daily Echo and online at dailyecho.co.uk.
The awards ceremony will also see one company crowned Business of the Year Award. This overall winner will be chosen by the judging panel from all the category winners.
The other categories in the awards are:
Innovation Excellence Award
Service Excellence Award
Employer Award
Entrepreneur Award
Business Leader Award
Small Business Award
Business in the Community Award
Best Use Of Technology Award
You can enter online here.
The closing date for nominations is Monday, August 31.


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Countryside Education Trust issues plea for help after being starved of income

A HAMPSHIRE charity starved of income since the start of the lockdown has issued a `` Feed our Farmyard '' plea .
The Countryside Education Trust CET ) , which teaches children about the importance of the countryside , fears it may be many months before it can fully reopen .
Now the Beaulieu-based charity has launched a £3,000 Crowdfunding campaign to help it raise the money it needs to feed its animals .
A statement on its Crowdfunding page says : `` Fundraising events , residential school visits , weddings , outdoor playgroups and rural skills courses are all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lockdown measures are easing we won ’ t be able to fully re-open for many months , but we need to carry on caring for our animals and our wonderful wildlife habitats . ''
Launched in 1975 the CET normally attracts up to 10,000 visitors a year to its sites , which include a farm , a productive garden and tree-houses in ancient woodland .
The chief executive , Jane Cooper , said : `` To protect our visitors , staff and volunteers we took the decision to close in March .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ never stand still .
A skeleton team has done a brilliant job of looking after our animals , lambing , shearing and haymaking , with help from some of our volunteers . ''
Ms Cooper listed the charity 's sources of income before the lockdown was imposed almost four months ago and added : `` All of this literally stopped overnight .
`` Even with some measures starting to ease , it will be months before we can resume all our work .
In the meantime , we need to feed and care @ @ @ @ @ @ @ times are hard for everyone at the moment , but even the price of a cup of coffee will help .
If we reach our target we have the exciting possibility of 50 % match funding , so every pound will go even further . ''
Several of the charity 's supporters have left goodwill messages of its Crowdfunding page .
Samantha Brown said : `` This is a fantastic farm which offers so much support to youngsters from towns and cities whose eyes are opened to nature and the countryside . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a wonderful charity run by wonderful people . ''

The Countryside Education Trust CET), which teaches children about the importance of the countryside, fears it may be many months before it can fully reopen.
Now the Beaulieu-based charity has launched a £3,000 Crowdfunding campaign to help it raise the money it needs to feed its animals.
A statement on its Crowdfunding page says: "Fundraising events, residential school visits, weddings, outdoor playgroups and rural skills courses are all sadly on hold.
"Even though lockdown measures are easing we won’t be able to fully re-open for many months, but we need to carry on caring for our animals and our wonderful wildlife habitats."
Launched in 1975 the CET normally attracts up to 10,000 visitors a year to its sites, which include a farm, a productive garden and tree-houses in ancient woodland.
The chief executive, Jane Cooper, said: "To protect our visitors, staff and volunteers we took the decision to close in March.
"Of course life on a farm can never stand still. A skeleton team has done a brilliant job of looking after our animals, lambing, shearing and haymaking, with help from some of our volunteers."
Ms Cooper listed the charity's sources of income before the lockdown was imposed almost four months ago and added: "All of this literally stopped overnight.
"Even with some measures starting to ease, it will be months before we can resume all our work. In the meantime, we need to feed and care for our animals.
"We know times are hard for everyone at the moment, but even the price of a cup of coffee will help. If we reach our target we have the exciting possibility of 50% match funding, so every pound will go even further."
Several of the charity's supporters have left goodwill messages of its Crowdfunding page.
Samantha Brown said: "This is a fantastic farm which offers so much support to youngsters from towns and cities whose eyes are opened to nature and the countryside."
Nicola Reynolds added: "This is a wonderful charity run by wonderful people."
CONTACT ME
t: 023 8042 4503
e: chris.yandell@
dailyecho.co.uk


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--LETTER - There needs to be better legislation regulating cyclists to ensure safety

I was interested to read in Lindsi Bluemel 's letter ( letters June 27 ) about Southampton Cycle Campaign 's support for pedestrians across the City , and the action the group has taken to bring some issues to the attention of the council .
However , I ca n't help thinking that her suggestion that shared use paths should be retained alongside cycle lanes rather missed the point of my previous letter printed in the Echo on June 23 , and reinforced what many pedestrians and motorists feel , that cyclists want everything done for their benefit alone .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Government policy , the sudden spread of `` temporary '' cycle lanes across the city was to facilitate the increased numbers of cyclists and pedestrians making active travel choices to reduce the burden on public transport , whilst making their journeys safer and providing more space to aid social distancing .
Retaining the pavements as shared use alongside a designated cycle lane means there is no safety or social distancing benefit for the anticipated increased numbers of pedestrians , who are still at risk of being `` buzzed '' by cyclists .
Rather @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a potential three lane motorway for cyclists .
Those that can travel faster use the road or cycle lane , with the inexperienced and vulnerable slower travelling cyclists using the pavement .
Younger and inexperienced cyclists may well feel vulnerable using the road or cycle lanes , but surely , as with learner drivers , that emphasises the need for practice around quieter roads until they feel more confident to use the busier routes .
Motorists , quite rightly can not drive in the cycle lanes until they feel confident enough to use @ @ @ @ @ @ @ apply to cyclists .
Whilst the current law does n't make use of a cycle lane compulsory , it does state that cyclists must not use pavements which are not shared use .
They should not , as Ms Bluemel suggests , use pavements if they do n't feel safe using either the road or cycle lanes where they are provided , and it is wrong that a leader of the Cycle Campaign should advocate this misuse .
If we are to have these lanes all across the city , and indeed the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ legislation regulating cyclists to ensure theirs and other road users safety .
I would suggest a good basis for a starting point would be , pavements for pedestrians , cycle lanes for cyclists and the road for motorised transport .

However, I can't help thinking that her suggestion that shared use paths should be retained alongside cycle lanes rather missed the point of my previous letter printed in the Echo on June 23, and reinforced what many pedestrians and motorists feel, that cyclists want everything done for their benefit alone.
We are told that in line with Government policy, the sudden spread of "temporary" cycle lanes across the city was to facilitate the increased numbers of cyclists and pedestrians making active travel choices to reduce the burden on public transport, whilst making their journeys safer and providing more space to aid social distancing.
Retaining the pavements as shared use alongside a designated cycle lane means there is no safety or social distancing benefit for the anticipated increased numbers of pedestrians, who are still at risk of being "buzzed" by cyclists.
Rather, it has the effect of creating a potential three lane motorway for cyclists.
Those that can travel faster use the road or cycle lane, with the inexperienced and vulnerable slower travelling cyclists using the pavement.
Younger and inexperienced cyclists may well feel vulnerable using the road or cycle lanes, but surely, as with learner drivers, that emphasises the need for practice around quieter roads until they feel more confident to use the busier routes.
Motorists, quite rightly cannot drive in the cycle lanes until they feel confident enough to use the road, and the same should apply to cyclists.
Whilst the current law doesn't make use of a cycle lane compulsory, it does state that cyclists must not use pavements which are not shared use.
They should not, as Ms Bluemel suggests, use pavements if they don't feel safe using either the road or cycle lanes where they are provided, and it is wrong that a leader of the Cycle Campaign should advocate this misuse.
If we are to have these lanes all across the city, and indeed the country, there needs to be better legislation regulating cyclists to ensure theirs and other road users safety.
I would suggest a good basis for a starting point would be, pavements for pedestrians, cycle lanes for cyclists and the road for motorised transport.
Bernie Pearce
email


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--LETTER - We're grateful and proud to have such committed school staff in Hampshire

I must commend the work of schools in the districts of Eastleigh , New Forest and Winchester , which have remained open throughout lockdown and two school holidays , so far , for vulnerable children and the sons and daughters of key workers ; as well as , since 1 June , additional children from Reception Year , Year 1 and Year 6 .
More recently , young people in Year 10 and 12 have been able to access face-to-face contact with their subject tutors to help them with their studies .
Across Hampshire over 38,000 children are attending school @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the Eastleigh , New Forest and Winchester areas .
The ingenuity and resourcefulness of schools all over the county has been really impressive .
Alongside the activities that they have put in place for children who are in school , they have maintained an interesting curriculum of learning , both at primary and secondary level , for the majority of children and young people who have been doing their school work at home .
At secondary level , schools have been making the most of modern technology including Zoom , Microsoft Teams @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lessons .
The timetables which have been adapted for home schooling during lockdown have built in vital wellbeing and exercise breaks .
Primary schools have been creative in their approach to engaging children in learning activities .
And , I ’ ve seen how some schools have developed a daily blog for children in every year group .
These are beautifully presented and set out exciting and fun tasks for the children to do at home .
Schools are going to great lengths to keep in touch with their pupils , setting up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ where children can share their work with their teachers and classmates .
Some schools have even established a virtual play time so that classmates can see and speak to each other informally .
It is true that the length of time that some children have not been at school is not insignificant – approximately 50 school days ( 18 March to 26 June ) – and we welcome the Government ’ s announcement of a Covid Catch Up plan and funding but , at the time of writing , we await their further @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s announcement of a full return by all year groups to school in September .
On behalf of Hampshire County Council , I wish to convey a huge thank you to every member of staff in each of our schools for continuing to look after Hampshire ’ s children and their education .
We are all very grateful and proud to have such committed school staff in this county .

More recently, young people in Year 10 and 12 have been able to access face-to-face contact with their subject tutors to help them with their studies.
Across Hampshire over 38,000 children are attending school daily.
Of these, 13,333 are in the Eastleigh, New Forest and Winchester areas.
The ingenuity and resourcefulness of schools all over the county has been really impressive.
Alongside the activities that they have put in place for children who are in school, they have maintained an interesting curriculum of learning, both at primary and secondary level, for the majority of children and young people who have been doing their school work at home.
At secondary level, schools have been making the most of modern technology including Zoom, Microsoft Teams and Google Classroom to provide whole class lessons.
The timetables which have been adapted for home schooling during lockdown have built in vital wellbeing and exercise breaks.
Primary schools have been creative in their approach to engaging children in learning activities.
And, I’ve seen how some schools have developed a daily blog for children in every year group.
These are beautifully presented and set out exciting and fun tasks for the children to do at home.
Schools are going to great lengths to keep in touch with their pupils, setting up a Facebook page, for example, where children can share their work with their teachers and classmates.
Some schools have even established a virtual play time so that classmates can see and speak to each other informally.
It is true that the length of time that some children have not been at school is not insignificant – approximately 50 school days (18 March to 26 June) – and we welcome the Government’s announcement of a Covid Catch Up plan and funding but, at the time of writing, we await their further decisions relating to the Prime Minister’s announcement of a full return by all year groups to school in September.
On behalf of Hampshire County Council, I wish to convey a huge thank you to every member of staff in each of our schools for continuing to look after Hampshire’s children and their education.
We are all very grateful and proud to have such committed school staff in this county.
Councillor Roz Chadd
Executive Member for Education and Skills
Hampshire County Council


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Cash boost for Winchester High Street as lockdown eases

WINCHESTER will benefit from a major cash boost as lockdown measures are set to be eased .
More outside seating , pedestrian areas and queueing zones are among the measures set to be implemented in Winchester .
An app which would help people visit the city at less busy times could also be launched , city bosses said .
But details of how this would work and where the measures will be put in place are yet to be revealed .
However , it is expected that the schemes will be rolled out over the next months .
The news @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a £242,000 grant .
The fund has been announced by The Enterprise M3 Local Enterprise Partnership , which works with Hampshire councils and organisations , to support business growth across the county .
Dave Axam , the Chair of EnterpriseM3 , said : “ This scheme is all about rolling out innovative and sustainable projects quickly in order to support town centres which have been suffering throughout this crisis .
The Covid pandemic has made us all re-think how we use town centres and projects such as this , which will inspire confidence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ moving safely again , are crucial to a rapid recovery.
” Market towns around Winchester will also see wider streets and more outside seating in newly pedestrianised areas .
Cllr Paula Ferguson , cabinet lead for climate emergency and local economy at Winchester City Council , said : “ We are absolutely delighted to secure this funding from the EM3 LEPLEP which will be used to help our local economy recover now that the restrictions are being eased .
`` We are focused on providing practical ways to encourage people back into the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this fund will help us to create attractive outdoor seating areas as well as make changes that will help people to move around more easily and more safely .
”

More outside seating, pedestrian areas and queueing zones are among the measures set to be implemented in Winchester.
An app which would help people visit the city at less busy times could also be launched, city bosses said.
But details of how this would work and where the measures will be put in place are yet to be revealed.
However, it is expected that the schemes will be rolled out over the next months.
The news comes as Winchester will receive £93,000 from a £242,000 grant.
The fund has been announced by The Enterprise M3 Local Enterprise Partnership, which works with Hampshire councils and organisations, to support business growth across the county.
Dave Axam, the Chair of EnterpriseM3, said: “This scheme is all about rolling out innovative and sustainable projects quickly in order to support town centres which have been suffering throughout this crisis. The Covid pandemic has made us all re-think how we use town centres and projects such as this, which will inspire confidence in people to get our high streets moving safely again, are crucial to a rapid recovery.”
Market towns around Winchester will also see wider streets and more outside seating in newly pedestrianised areas.
Cllr Paula Ferguson, cabinet lead for climate emergency and local economy at Winchester City Council, said: “We are absolutely delighted to secure this funding from the EM3 LEPLEP which will be used to help our local economy recover now that the restrictions are being eased.
"We are focused on providing practical ways to encourage people back into the city and the market towns, and this fund will help us to create attractive outdoor seating areas as well as make changes that will help people to move around more easily and more safely.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Southampton boat owners donate more than £5,000 worth of bonuses to charity

SOUTHAMPTON boat owners have donated more than £5,000 to charity , after being granted a `` Boating Bonus '' .
As lockdown eased began to ease and everyone was able to get back on the water , MDL Marinas in Southampton offered its berth holders and annual dry stack customers a 50 % rebate on their April berthing fees .
Berth holders had the choice of having the bonus applied to their account or donating it to either the RNLI or Ocean Youth Trust South - MDL ’ s two chosen charities - and many berth holders decided to help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ receiving £5,000 and £900 respectively .
Ed Stevens , Area Lifesaving Manager at the RNLI , says : “ Because of coronavirus restrictions over the past few months , the RNLI ’ s usual ways of fundraising have been halted .
We are kept afloat entirely by public contributions and we ’ re always grateful to our donors but now , more than ever , a donation like this will help our volunteer crews continue to save lives .
We ’ d like to say a huge thank you to the berth holders @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for keeping us in mind at this time.
” Mark Todd , Chief Executive of Ocean Youth Trust South added : “ We ’ re so grateful to MDL ’ s berth holders for their generosity .
The money donated will assist us in our endeavours to get more young people out on the water who couldn ’ t otherwise afford to , changing their lives through sailing on the voyages we offer .
”

As lockdown eased began to ease and everyone was able to get back on the water, MDL Marinas in Southampton offered its berth holders and annual dry stack customers a 50% rebate on their April berthing fees.
Berth holders had the choice of having the bonus applied to their account or donating it to either the RNLI or Ocean Youth Trust South - MDL’s two chosen charities - and many berth holders decided to help the charitable causes, with each charity receiving £5,000 and £900 respectively.
Ed Stevens, Area Lifesaving Manager at the RNLI, says: “Because of coronavirus restrictions over the past few months, the RNLI’s usual ways of fundraising have been halted. We are kept afloat entirely by public contributions and we’re always grateful to our donors but now, more than ever, a donation like this will help our volunteer crews continue to save lives. We’d like to say a huge thank you to the berth holders at MDL Marinas for their generosity and for keeping us in mind at this time.”
Mark Todd, Chief Executive of Ocean Youth Trust South added: “We’re so grateful to MDL’s berth holders for their generosity. The money donated will assist us in our endeavours to get more young people out on the water who couldn’t otherwise afford to, changing their lives through sailing on the voyages we offer.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Nature, animals and views across Hampshire by Daily Echo Camera Club

A BRIGHT moon shining in the sky brings the day to a close .
And as the lockdown begins to @ @ @ @ @ of Hampshire doesn ’ t stop there .
Owls , squirrels , horses , birds @ @ @ @ @ brought to life through these photos , taken by Daily Echo Camera Club members .
@ @ @ @ @ up close to the camera to greet our readers !
We have chosen a selection @ @ @ @ @ week the right way - with a touch of nature .
Some of them include @ @ @ @ @ , in one instance a bright red blush tone .
Do you like exploring nature @ @ @ @ @ could have the opportunity to have your images in the Daily Echo .
Members can @ @ @ @ @ shots and share photos for feedback with the group .
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And as the lockdown begins to be eased, the beauty of Hampshire doesn’t stop there.
Owls, squirrels, horses, birds and incredible views have been brought to life through these photos, taken by Daily Echo Camera Club members.
A cow has even got up close to the camera to greet our readers!
We have chosen a selection of photos to start your week the right way - with a touch of nature.
Some of them include colourful flowers in full bloom, in one instance a bright red blush tone.
Do you like exploring nature across the region?
You could have the opportunity to have your images in the Daily Echo.
To join the club, visit www.facebook.com/groups/decameraclub.
Members can give advice, browse other shots and share photos for feedback with the group.
Everyone is welcome to join.


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Former rifleman Jamie Davis took his own life after PTSD struggles

A FORMER rifleman who had struggled with post-traumatic stress disorder ( PTSD ) took his own life days after being turned down for a new role in the military , an inquest has heard .
Jamie Davis , from Christchurch , was found deceased in his van at the Testwood Recreation Ground car park in Totton in the early hours on January 11 this year .
An inquest held by video link at Winchester Coroner ’ s Court today heard that the father of two felt “ ashamed ” of his PTSD , which had developed after close colleagues had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Afghanistan with the 4th Battalion the Rifles .
Area coroner Jason Pegg , who recorded a conclusion of suicide , said it was “ very , very sad ” that Mr Davis , aged 30 , felt the way he did given the disorder had come after serving his country .
Describing her husband during the inquest , Alicia Davis said : “ Jamie was one of those people with a huge heart .
He would do anything for anybody .
You couldn ’ t help but love him .
“ He was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s body is the only way to describe him .
“ He was a hell of a dad .
He was always there when I needed him , when the boys needed him , but he was ashamed of his PTSD.
” Mrs Davis told the hearing her partner joined the armed forces in his late teens and during a tour of Afghanistan his section commander was killed , while he suffered shrapnel injuries to his knee , buttock and arm .
She said that he had spoken of his “ guilt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He left the military in 2015 , but Mr Davis did not want people to know about his PTSD due to fears it would impact on his chances of getting a job , the inquest heard .
Mr Davis suffered from “ night terrors ” and “ split his life into so many segments ” in an effort to cope but his wife said in the end “ it all fell apart ” .
In October 2018 , Mr Davis attempted to get help through the Veterans ’ Mental Health Transitions , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ son had asked why he was shouting in the night , however , he was discharged in early 2019 having missed several appointments .
Mrs Davis told the inquest he had struggled to attend appointments as they were some distance away and he could not take time off work , as the income was needed to support the family .
He moved out of the family home in July 2019 as a consequence of his PTSD , with it impacting on his family life .
The inquest heard he had a “ relationship @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The coroner said by January of this year , Mr Davis was in a “ very bad place ” .
He had been turned down for a job in the Territorial Army on January 6 and suffered a bad injury to his knee playing rugby on January 5 .
On January 10 , Mr Davis sent messages to his wife , Ms Mullins and on a WhatsApp group of his East Dorset Rugby Club colleagues .
Mrs Davis and Ms Mullins contacted police who launched a missing person search .
Rugby teammate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and located Mr Davis inside his van at the recreation ground car park , the inquest heard .
A post-mortem recorded the cause of Mr Davis ’ s death as hanging .
Mrs Davis told the hearing that several of Mr Davis ’ s armed forces colleagues had sought help for PTSD following his death .
Mr Pegg said : “ It is very , very sad that Jamie Davis was ashamed of his post-traumatic stress disorder , something which was in consequence of his service for this country .
“ But it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well-attended funeral , it seems that four rifleman colleagues may well have been persuaded themselves to seek assistance for their post-traumatic stress disorder , which is obviously a very good thing , but how that came about is desperately sad at the loss of Jamie Davis.
” For any readers who have been affected by this story , call the Samaritans helpline on 116 123 .

Jamie Davis, from Christchurch, was found deceased in his van at the Testwood Recreation Ground car park in Totton in the early hours on January 11 this year.
An inquest held by video link at Winchester Coroner’s Court today heard that the father of two felt “ashamed” of his PTSD, which had developed after close colleagues had been killed during tours of Iraq and Afghanistan with the 4th Battalion the Rifles.
Area coroner Jason Pegg, who recorded a conclusion of suicide, said it was “very, very sad” that Mr Davis, aged 30, felt the way he did given the disorder had come after serving his country.
Describing her husband during the inquest, Alicia Davis said: “Jamie was one of those people with a huge heart. He would do anything for anybody. You couldn’t help but love him.
“He was a big child stuck in a man’s body is the only way to describe him.
“He was a hell of a dad. He was always there when I needed him, when the boys needed him, but he was ashamed of his PTSD.”
Mrs Davis told the hearing her partner joined the armed forces in his late teens and during a tour of Afghanistan his section commander was killed, while he suffered shrapnel injuries to his knee, buttock and arm.
She said that he had spoken of his “guilt” that others had lost their lives.
He left the military in 2015, but Mr Davis did not want people to know about his PTSD due to fears it would impact on his chances of getting a job, the inquest heard.
Mr Davis suffered from “night terrors” and “split his life into so many segments” in an effort to cope but his wife said in the end “it all fell apart”.
In October 2018, Mr Davis attempted to get help through the Veterans’ Mental Health Transitions, Intervention and Liaison Service, after his son had asked why he was shouting in the night, however, he was discharged in early 2019 having missed several appointments.
Mrs Davis told the inquest he had struggled to attend appointments as they were some distance away and he could not take time off work, as the income was needed to support the family.
He moved out of the family home in July 2019 as a consequence of his PTSD, with it impacting on his family life.
The inquest heard he had a “relationship of sorts” with friend Sian Millins.
The coroner said by January of this year, Mr Davis was in a “very bad place”.
He had been turned down for a job in the Territorial Army on January 6 and suffered a bad injury to his knee playing rugby on January 5.
On January 10, Mr Davis sent messages to his wife, Ms Millins and on a WhatsApp group of his East Dorset Rugby Club colleagues. Mrs Davis and Ms Millins contacted police who launched a missing person search. Rugby teammate Sam Anstey attempted to find his friend and located Mr Davis inside his van at the recreation ground car park, the inquest heard.
A post-mortem recorded the cause of Mr Davis’s death as hanging.
Mrs Davis told the hearing that several of Mr Davis’s armed forces colleagues had sought help for PTSD following his death.
Mr Pegg said: “It is very, very sad that Jamie Davis was ashamed of his post-traumatic stress disorder, something which was in consequence of his service for this country.
“But it is good to hear that following his well-attended funeral, it seems that four rifleman colleagues may well have been persuaded themselves to seek assistance for their post-traumatic stress disorder, which is obviously a very good thing, but how that came about is desperately sad at the loss of Jamie Davis.”
For any readers who have been affected by this story, call the Samaritans helpline on 116 123.


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Government's £1.57bn package 'shows important role arts will play in recovery'

THE Government ’ s £1.57 billion support package for the arts is an acknowledgement that they have an “ important ” role to play in the nation ’ s recovery , a theatre boss has said .
Kwame Kwei-Armah , artistic director of the Young Vic , told Times Radio that he and his colleagues are “ relieved ” .
The move has also been welcomed by the Tate , the Science Museum Group , the National Gallery and the Royal Shakespeare Company .
As reported by the Daily Echo , the future of the NST City theatre in Guildhall @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Southampton are hanging in the balance after the operators went into administration following the coronavirus pandemic outbreak .
• READ : Plight of Nuffield Southampton Theatres a 'blow ' to the city > > > Kwei-Armah added : “ When we heard last night , we slept for the first time since March .
“ It is a real vindication that we have been listened to and that the Government understand that we were dying on our knees and also that we are an important part of our country ’ s recovery @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for this intervention that will hopefully get us from here to April.
” Digital , Culture , Media and Sport Committee chairman Julian Knight said the support package will take some cultural institutions out of the “ danger zone ” .
However , he said more is needed to secure the sector ’ s future , including possible tax breaks .
Shadow DCMS secretary Jo Stevens told BBC Radio 4 ’ s Westminster Hour that , although the funding is a much-needed relief for the industry , for some it is “ already @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wonder what took the Government so long , ” she said .
“ They have known the problems in the sector for weeks and weeks and weeks , and for some areas and some organisations and theatres across the country from north to south , it ’ s already too late , jobs have gone .
“ So the big things will be how quickly it ’ s going to get to people , ( and ) how is it going to be spread around the country in towns and small cities , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are so valuable to local economies.
” The funding was well-received by composer Lord Lloyd-Webber , who said the news is “ truly welcome at a time when so many theatres , orchestras , entertainment venues and other arts organisations face such a bleak future ” .
ITV chairman Sir Peter Bazalgette said the move “ is a very welcome first step in tackling the crisis arts and culture is facing ” .
“ The blend of grants and loans will help many critical institutions keep going until they can open again , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ ll need to sort the long term.
” Caroline Norbury , who is chief executive of the Creative Industries Federation and Creative England , said the “ unprecedented ” package is “ a seismic step forward ” .
“ Our creative industries are teetering on the brink of cultural collapse – and this could be the game-changer we need , ” she said , adding that the support for freelancers in the sector is “ particularly heartening ” .
Christine Payne , general secretary of actors ’ union Equity , said the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will protect arts venues and infrastructure , but added it is important that funds reach workers in the industry .
“ These workers have campaigned for this deal ; they can ’ t be left behind , ” she said .
Former EastEnders actor Tracy-Ann Oberman tweeted her gratitude to the Chancellor .
She wrote : “ Thankyou @ RishiSunak and to all theatre audiences who wrote to MPs and went out of their way to say that all arts were important to them .
It will repay multi times over .
# @ @ @ @ @ @ @ director of The Personal History Of David Copperfield , hailed the funding on Twitter as “ good news ” .
“ Won ’ t solve everything but it ’ s a very positive development , ” he said .

Kwame Kwei-Armah, artistic director of the Young Vic, told Times Radio that he and his colleagues are “relieved”.
The move has also been welcomed by the Tate, the Science Museum Group, the National Gallery and the Royal Shakespeare Company.
As reported by the Daily Echo, the future of the NST City theatre in Guildhall Square and Nuffield Theatre at the University of Southampton are hanging in the balance after the operators went into administration following the coronavirus pandemic outbreak.
READ: Plight of Nuffield Southampton Theatres a 'blow' to the city >>>
Kwei-Armah added: “When we heard last night, we slept for the first time since March.
“It is a real vindication that we have been listened to and that the Government understand that we were dying on our knees and also that we are an important part of our country’s recovery.
“So we are very pleased for this intervention that will hopefully get us from here to April.”
PICTURED: NST Nuffield Southampton Theatre
Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee chairman Julian Knight said the support package will take some cultural institutions out of the “danger zone”.
However, he said more is needed to secure the sector’s future, including possible tax breaks.
Shadow DCMS secretary Jo Stevens told BBC Radio 4’s Westminster Hour that, although the funding is a much-needed relief for the industry, for some it is “already too late”.
“I do wonder what took the Government so long,” she said.
“They have known the problems in the sector for weeks and weeks and weeks, and for some areas and some organisations and theatres across the country from north to south, it’s already too late, jobs have gone.
“So the big things will be how quickly it’s going to get to people, (and) how is it going to be spread around the country in towns and small cities, (where) arts and culture venues are so valuable to local economies.”
The funding was well-received by composer Lord Lloyd-Webber, who said the news is “truly welcome at a time when so many theatres, orchestras, entertainment venues and other arts organisations face such a bleak future”.
ITV chairman Sir Peter Bazalgette said the move “is a very welcome first step in tackling the crisis arts and culture is facing”.
“The blend of grants and loans will help many critical institutions keep going until they can open again,” he said.
“Then we’ll need to sort the long term.”
Caroline Norbury, who is chief executive of the Creative Industries Federation and Creative England, said the “unprecedented” package is “a seismic step forward”.
“Our creative industries are teetering on the brink of cultural collapse – and this could be the game-changer we need,” she said, adding that the support for freelancers in the sector is “particularly heartening”.
Christine Payne, general secretary of actors’ union Equity, said the plans provide “meaningful investment” that will protect arts venues and infrastructure, but added it is important that funds reach workers in the industry.
“These workers have campaigned for this deal; they can’t be left behind,” she said.
Former EastEnders actor Tracy-Ann Oberman tweeted her gratitude to the Chancellor.
She wrote: “Thankyou @RishiSunak and to all theatre audiences who wrote to MPs and went out of their way to say that all arts were important to them. It will repay multi times over. #saveourarts”
Armando Iannucci, writer and director of The Personal History Of David Copperfield, hailed the funding on Twitter as “good news”.
“Won’t solve everything but it’s a very positive development,” he said.


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Couple jailed after breaking into neighbours' flat and taking "literally everything"

A SOUTHAMPTON couple has been jailed after breaking into their neighbours flat and taking `` literally everything '' .
It `` was like they had done a home removal '' , a court heard .
Emma Urquhart and Anthony Deville broke into their neighbours ' flat in Alma Road , Southampton .
Urquhart stood before Southampton Crown Court today and before proceedings began blew kisses to her partner Anthony Deville , 39 .
He appeared via video link from HMP Winchester with both facing charges of robbery which they previously pleaded guilty to .
The duo broke into the student @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
They stole hundreds of items including jewellery , furniture , watches , microwave and a slow cooker .
Prosecutor , Richard Martin told how it was like they had done a home removal and how they had literally taken everything from a young couple .
Urquhart , 39 , later took to social media and posted a status which said : `` Absolutely love this my clever King has been working so hard to make our house into our home right down to all the little touches .
I know he 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ much he loves me and it 's made me the happiest Queen in the world .
I love you so much xxxx . ''
The victims `` saw the contents of their house in their neighbours ' property '' online .
Another post said : `` If you like her then you should put a ring on it which he has . ''
It was accompanied by a photo of a stolen ring .
Meanwhile , various items were put up for sale on gumtree .
The defendants were arrested on May 8 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Deville had been on post-release supervision and had left prison that very same month .
Meanwhile , Urquhart was subject to a community order at the time .
In a statement read out in court , one victim said how when she found out about the burglary she `` broke down and went down on her knees '' .
She said how four years of her life and all her sentimental items had been taken .
She was left crying and shaking because of the shock .
Her partner said how he was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Graham Gilbert told how Deville had `` obtained trusted prisoner status '' while on remand .
Deville previously told his barrister he had no funds and that he had no way of furnishing the flat he was in .
Urquhart and Deville have been partners for `` some 13-years and share a number of children together '' .
They have both battled drug addiction and it `` it is only in custody Urquhart is able to properly address her problems '' .
Defending , Emma White argued it was Urquhart 's `` first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for five-years and Urquhart for 32-months .

It "was like they had done a home removal", a court heard.
Emma Urquhart and Anthony Deville broke into their neighbours' flat in Alma Road, Southampton.
Urquhart stood before Southampton Crown Court today and before proceedings began blew kisses to her partner Anthony Deville, 39.
He appeared via video link from HMP Winchester with both facing charges of burglary which they previously pleaded guilty to.
The duo broke into the student property between March 15 and May 6.
They stole hundreds of items including jewellery, furniture, watches, microwave and a slow cooker.
Prosecutor, Richard Martin told how it was like they had done a home removal and how they had literally taken everything from a young couple.
Urquhart, 39, later took to social media and posted a status which said: "Absolutely love this my clever King has been working so hard to make our house into our home right down to all the little touches. I know he's done whatever he can to show how much he loves me and it's made me the happiest Queen in the world. I love you so much xxxx."
The victims "saw the contents of their house in their neighbours' property" online.
Another post said: "If you like her then you should put a ring on it which he has."
It was accompanied by a photo of a stolen ring.
Meanwhile, various items were put up for sale on gumtree.
The defendants were arrested on May 8 and gave a no comment interview.
Deville had been on post-release supervision and had left prison that very same month.
Meanwhile, Urquhart was subject to a community order at the time.
In a statement read out in court, one victim said how when she found out about the burglary she "broke down and went down on her knees".
She said how four years of her life and all her sentimental items had been taken.
She was left crying and shaking because of the shock.
Her partner said how he was heartbroken and devastated.
In mitigation, Graham Gilbert told how Deville had "obtained trusted prisoner status" while on remand.
Deville previously told his barrister he had no funds and that he had no way of furnishing the flat he was in.
Urquhart and Deville have been partners for "some 13-years and share a number of children together".
They have both battled drug addiction and it "it is only in custody Urquhart is able to properly address her problems".
Defending, Gemma White argued it was Urquhart's "first burglary".
Judge Christopher Parker jailed Deville for five-years and Urquhart for 32-months.


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Motorcyclist injured in crash on A31 near Ovington

A MOTORCYCLIST has suffered possible life-changing injuries following a collision on the A31 .
Emergency services were called at 4.48pm @ @ @ @ @ ) to reports of a crash near Ovington , between a Triumph Speed Triple motorcycle @ @ @ @ @ convertible .
A police spokesperson said : `` The rider of the motorcycle , a @ @ @ @ @ suffered serious injuries and was taken to Southampton General Hospital .
`` Her injuries are @ @ @ @ @ , but are possibly life-changing . ''
The road between Alresford Roundabout and Chapel Lane @ @ @ @ @ was closed for some time while investigations were carried out .
Anyone who witness the @ @ @ @ @ should call police on 101 quoting the reference 44200246767 .

Emergency services were called at 4.48pm on Sunday (July 5) to reports of a crash near Ovington, between a Triumph Speed Triple motorcycle and a grey Fiat 500 convertible.
A police spokesperson said: "The rider of the motorcycle, a 55-year-old woman from Fareham, suffered serious injuries and was taken to Southampton General Hospital.
"Her injuries are not thought to be life-threatening, but are possibly life-changing."
The road between Alresford Roundabout and Chapel Lane (Percy Hobbs Roundabout) was closed for some time while investigations were carried out.
Anyone who witness the collision or has any information should call police on 101 quoting the reference 44200246767.


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Government's £1.57bn rescue package welcomed by Hampshire arts venues

THEATRES and arts venues across Hampshire have given a tentative thumbs up to news of the Government ’ s £1.57 billion support package for the arts .
Most are awaiting finer details of the scheme , which is set to see music venues , theatres , galleries , independent cinemas and museums receive loans and grants to help them survive the coronavirus crisis .
Mayflower Theatre bosses , who called for Government help after confirming they would not be reopening until December , are studying the proposals .
A spokesman said : “ Mayflower Theatre welcomes the news that the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the arts and heritage sector .
This is an incredibly positive step to help our colleagues across the industry and the cultural organisations in Southampton .
We are a cultural organisation run as a not-for-profit charitable trust which does not receive any direct Arts Council England funding ; therefore we are awaiting more detail from the announcement to see how this will affect our venue.
” Play to the Crowd , which runs Theatre Royal Winchester and Hat Fair , raised £50,000 of the £225,000 needed by September for its survival appeal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Newland said : “ We eagerly await the news as to what this investment package will mean to Play to the Crowd and how quickly it can be distributed but we hope it will go in some way towards securing our future .
“ Despite this generous support package from the government , and with the uncertainty around whether we are able to present a pantomime this year or when we can open viably at all , we will sadly need to continue to consult on the possible need to reduce our staff @ @ @ @ @ @ @ community for urgent financial support.
” A Tweet from John Hansard Gallery read : “ We add our thanks and gratitude to this incredible news !
” But the news looks to have come too late for Nuffield Southampton Theatres , which went into administration following the coronavirus pandemic outbreak .
The venues , in Guildhall Square and at the University of Southampton campus , look set to close permanently after failing to secure a potential buyer .
The government has said the package is “ the biggest ever one-off investment in UK @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ From iconic theatre and musicals , mesmerising exhibitions at our world-class galleries , to gigs performed in local basement venues , the UK ’ s cultural industry is the beating heart of this country .
“ This money will help safeguard the sector for future generations . ''

Most are awaiting finer details of the scheme, which is set to see music venues, theatres, galleries, independent cinemas and museums receive loans and grants to help them survive the coronavirus crisis.
Mayflower Theatre bosses, who called for Government help after confirming they would not be reopening until December, are studying the proposals.
A spokesman said: “Mayflower Theatre welcomes the news that the government have announced a substantial support package for the arts and heritage sector. This is an incredibly positive step to help our colleagues across the industry and the cultural organisations in Southampton. We are a cultural organisation run as a not-for-profit charitable trust which does not receive any direct Arts Council England funding; therefore we are awaiting more detail from the announcement to see how this will affect our venue.”
Play to the Crowd, which runs Theatre Royal Winchester and Hat Fair, raised £50,000 of the £225,000 needed by September for its survival appeal over the weekend.
Chief Executive Deryck Newland said: “We eagerly await the news as to what this investment package will mean to Play to the Crowd and how quickly it can be distributed but we hope it will go in some way towards securing our future.
“Despite this generous support package from the government, and with the uncertainty around whether we are able to present a pantomime this year or when we can open viably at all, we will sadly need to continue to consult on the possible need to reduce our staff cost base and continue to ask our community for urgent financial support.”
A Tweet from John Hansard Gallery read: “We add our thanks and gratitude to this incredible news!”
But the news looks to have come too late for Nuffield Southampton Theatres, which went into administration following the coronavirus pandemic outbreak. The venues, in Guildhall Square and at the University of Southampton campus, look set to close permanently after failing to secure a potential buyer.
The government has said the package is “the biggest ever one-off investment in UK culture.”
Prime Minister Boris Johnson added: “From iconic theatre and musicals, mesmerising exhibitions at our world-class galleries, to gigs performed in local basement venues, the UK’s cultural industry is the beating heart of this country.
“This money will help safeguard the sector for future generations."


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--The best staycations to enjoy without leaving Hampshire

With lockdown restrictions easing we are now able to start thinking about taking a well-earned break .
Here are our top five quirkiest ‘ staycations ’ : A holiday doesn ’ t have to be abroad and with abundant beauty on our doorstep , we ’ ve taken a look at some of the most unusual places to stay : This elegant train carriage is secluded on its very own platform in the Test Valley .
Fully equipped with luxe fixtures and fittings direct from the Orient Express , Sprat and Winkle is described as being a first class experience @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was used to transport troops in WWII and the railway line , before its closure in 1964 , was used during both world wars .
The carriage can sleep up to four people and prices start from £550 for seven nights .
The Old Winchester in Hambledon This 100 year old converted shepherd ’ s hut nestled on a Quaker farm in the heart of Hampshire .
Filled with vintage furnishings and royal memorabilia this quirky stay is perfect for a couple looking for a cosy getaway .
Featuring a wood fired hot @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Winchester is described as being the perfect spot to unwind and take life in the slow lane .
Prices start at £90 per night and reservations can be made online .
Take glamping to the next level in this bohemian yurt under a redwood tree in Adhurst .
As part of five yurts separate in the woods , Redwood has a safari style shared kitchen which is described as perfect for baking and slow cooking .
There are plenty of outdoor activities to keep you entertained including fly-fishing and hiking along Hangers Way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ night for two people and can be booked online .
The Safari airstream is one of 13 caravans on the Vintage Vacations Airstream Field .
Described as a peaceful spot with a laid-back vibe the Safari Airstream is a retro-lovers dream holiday .
The airstream features a private picnic bench and deckchairs , outdoor facilities and original American plug sockets ( travel plugs are provided ! )
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The Safari Airstream sleeps two people from £50 per night and bookings are available online .
The Golden Oak Cabins are located in the heart @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 60 luxurious cabins on site there is something to suit nearly everyone ’ s budget .
Golden Oak Cabins sleeps from two up to eight people with all your modern day essentials including underfloor heating , flat screen TV and a hot tub .
Cabins also have a gas BBQ , terrace and hammock so you can really put your feet up .

A holiday doesn’t have to be abroad and with abundant beauty on our doorstep, we’ve taken a look at some of the most unusual places to stay:
Sprat and Winkle, Horsebridge:
The Horsebridge railway station
This elegant train carriage is secluded on its very own platform in the Test Valley.
Fully equipped with luxe fixtures and fittings direct from the Orient Express, Sprat and Winkle is described as being a first class experience.
Sprat and Winkle Owner, Val Charrington, said:
“It’s very popular and we’re back in business with all guns blazing!”
Packed with history the carriage itself was used to transport troops in WWII and the railway line, before its closure in 1964, was used during both world wars.
The carriage can sleep up to four people and prices start from £550 for seven nights.
For reservations visit the website.
Old Winchester, Hambledon:
The Old Winchester in Hambledon
This 100 year old converted shepherd’s hut nestled on a Quaker farm in the heart of Hampshire.
Filled with vintage furnishings and royal memorabilia this quirky stay is perfect for a couple looking for a cosy getaway.
Featuring a wood fired hot tub and private fire pit the Old Winchester is described as being the perfect spot to unwind and take life in the slow lane.
Prices start at £90 per night and reservations can be made online.
Redwood, Adhurst:
Take glamping to the next level in this bohemian yurt under a redwood tree in Adhurst.
As part of five yurts separate in the woods, Redwood has a safari style shared kitchen which is described as perfect for baking and slow cooking.
There are plenty of outdoor activities to keep you entertained including fly-fishing and hiking along Hangers Way.
Redwood is priced at £175 per night for two people and can be booked online.
The Safari Airstream, Isle of Wight:
The Safari airstream is one of 13 caravans on the Vintage Vacations Airstream Field.
Described as a peaceful spot with a laid-back vibe the Safari Airstream is a retro-lovers dream holiday.
The airstream features a private picnic bench and deckchairs, outdoor facilities and original American plug sockets (travel plugs are provided!).
The Safari Airstream sleeps two people from £50 per night and bookings are available online.
Forest Holidays, Blackwood Forest:
The Golden Oak Cabins are located in the heart of Hampshire’s countryside.
With 60 luxurious cabins on site there is something to suit nearly everyone’s budget.
Golden Oak Cabins sleeps from two up to eight people with all your modern day essentials including underfloor heating, flat screen TV and a hot tub.
Cabins also have a gas BBQ, terrace and hammock so you can really put your feet up.
For bookings visit their website.


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Hampshire residents can apply to be on new series of Naked Attraction

Hampshire residents can now apply to be on the next series of hit Channel 4 show , Naked Attraction .
Studio Lambert North and Channel 4 are once again on the hunt for a new wave of brave singletons willing to bare all on live television , during the seventh series of the popular show .
The dating series , hosted by fully-clothed TV presenter Anna Richardson , involves a picker narrowing down a group of six potential suitors , based solely on the power of Naked Attraction .
The naked participants stand in individual pods , while one body @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the picker , who eliminates a person in each round based on what they find least attractive .
Executive Producer , Darrell Olsen says : “ We ’ re excited to be back looking for a new batch of contestants !
In these times I think many people are keen to find love and what better way than dating in reverse and starting off naked !
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” Filming for the series is set to begin in the Autumn , adhering to covid-19 filming guidance , and a the five-part series will air @ @ @ @ @ @ @ take part in the show , visit : https : //www.studiolambert.com/take-part-naked-attraction.html .

Studio Lambert North and Channel 4 are once again on the hunt for a new wave of brave singletons willing to bare all on live television, during the seventh series of the popular show.
The dating series, hosted by fully-clothed TV presenter Anna Richardson, involves a picker narrowing down a group of six potential suitors, based solely on the power of Naked Attraction. The naked participants stand in individual pods, while one body part is revealed at a time to the picker, who eliminates a person in each round based on what they find least attractive.
Executive Producer, Darrell Olsen says: “We’re excited to be back looking for a new batch of contestants! In these times I think many people are keen to find love and what better way than dating in reverse and starting off naked!?”
Filming for the series is set to begin in the Autumn, adhering to covid-19 filming guidance, and a the five-part series will air later this year.
To apply to take part in the show, visit: https://www.studiolambert.com/take-part-naked-attraction.html.


thedailyecho--2020-07-06--Winchester Road in Southampton closed after crash

A BUSY Southampton road has been closed after a crash .
Emergency services have been called to the scene at @ @ @ @ @ shut between Vincent Avenue and Wilton Road .
A traffic map by travel information service @ @ @ @ @ the area .
A Hampshire Constabulary statement says : `` We were called at 3.27pm @ @ @ @ @ to reports of a collision on Winchester Road , Southampton .
`` The collision was @ @ @ @ @ a Yamaha XC125 Vity .
`` The motorcyclist received minor injuries and has been taken @ @ @ @ @ a precaution . ''
UPDATE : The crash has been cleared and the road is @ @ @ @ @ .

Emergency services have been called to the scene at Winchester Road, which is shut between Vincent Avenue and Wilton Road.
A traffic map by travel information service Romanse shows delays building in the area.
A Hampshire Constabulary statement says: "We were called at 3.27pm today (6 July) to reports of a collision on Winchester Road, Southampton.
"The collision was between an Audi A3 and a Yamaha XC125 Vity.
"The motorcyclist received minor injuries and has been taken to Southampton General Hospital as a precaution."
UPDATE: The crash has been cleared and the road is now open in both directions.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Witness hunt after assault on woman at Derby Road, Southampton

POLICE have launched a hunt for witnesses after an assault left a woman with potentially life-changing injuries .
The woman , who is in her 30s , was found sitting on the pavement .
• 'It was like they had done a home removal ' : Couple broke into neighbours ' flat and took 'literally everything' She has sustained head injuries that are described as potentially life-changing and currently remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition .
Officers are now turning to the public to get in touch if they were in the vicinity of Derby Road in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ injured woman in the street .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` We would particularly like to speak to the two men pictured .
We believe they may have seen what happened and may be important witnesses .
• Three men arrested after street brawl in Southampton road '' If this is you or if you know who they are , please get in touch by calling 101 and quoting reference 44200245558 .
`` Alternatively , you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 . ''
A 39-year-old man has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been bailed while enquiries continue .

The woman, who is in her 30s, was found sitting on the pavement.
She has sustained head injuries that are described as potentially life-changing and currently remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition.
Officers are now turning to the public to get in touch if they were in the vicinity of Derby Road in Southampton on Saturday evening and saw an injured woman in the street.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We would particularly like to speak to the two men pictured. We believe they may have seen what happened and may be important witnesses.
"If this is you or if you know who they are, please get in touch by calling 101 and quoting reference 44200245558.
"Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with this incident and has been bailed while enquiries continue.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--P&O Cruises sells Oceana

P&O Cruises sells Oceana

A SOUTHAMPTON cruise firm is selling its Oceana ship after taking to the seas for 18 years .
P & O Cruises has confirmed that the cruise ship will leave the fleet from July this year `` for future growth '' .
And now customers who were booked onto Oceana will face cancellations .
Built in Italy , Oceana started with the company in 2002 and was named by the Princess Royal in 2003 .
P & O Cruises president Paul Ludlow said : “ Whilst we and many of our guests will miss Oceana , her departure will allow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the fleet , as capacity expands with the delivery of Iona later this year followed by her sister ship , scheduled for 2022 .
“ During this pause in our operations we need to fit the fleet for the future and ensure we have the right mix of ships once we resume sailing .
“ I am so sorry to disappoint those guests who were booked on Oceana but I hope they will be able to find a similar alternative holiday , whether that is ex UK from Southampton or a fly/cruise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a holiday on Oceana will be offered a 125 per cent Future Cruise Credit or refund .

P&O Cruises has confirmed that the cruise ship will leave the fleet from July this year "for future growth".
And now customers who were booked onto Oceana will face cancellations.
Built in Italy, Oceana started with the company in 2002 and was named by the Princess Royal in 2003.
P&O Cruises president Paul Ludlow said: “Whilst we and many of our guests will miss Oceana, her departure will allow us to focus on our remaining ships in the fleet, as capacity expands with the delivery of Iona later this year followed by her sister ship, scheduled for 2022.
“During this pause in our operations we need to fit the fleet for the future and ensure we have the right mix of ships once we resume sailing.
“I am so sorry to disappoint those guests who were booked on Oceana but I hope they will be able to find a similar alternative holiday, whether that is ex UK from Southampton or a fly/cruise itinerary.”
All guests who have booked a holiday on Oceana will be offered a 125 per cent Future Cruise Credit or refund.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Village Home pub at Alverstoke hit by suspected case of coronavirus

A SECOND Gosport pub has shut following a confirmed case of Covid-19 .
The Fighting Cocks in Clayhall Road , Alverstoke , is only a short distance from the Village Home , which was forced to close yesterday just 48 hours after reopening .
Several other pubs across the UK have also shut following confirmed or suspected cases of coronavirus .
A statement on the Fighting Cocks ' Facebook page says : `` Following a local confirmed case of Covid-19 , we have made the very difficult decision to temporarily close our doors to ensure the safety of both our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not had any reported cases of suspected nor confirmed corona virus , but have decided to err on the side of caution .
`` The decision has n't been made lightly and whilst we have made every effort to adhere to government guidelines , including the track and trace system , numerous sanitation stations and taking temperatures prior to each shift , we can not guarantee that someone who has been in contact with a confirmed case has not been in the pub .
`` We are awaiting further guidance from environmental health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the meantime , we want to ensure that we are taking every precaution to keep you all safe .
`` As soon as we are able , we will welcome you back with open arms .
`` Thank you to everyone who supported us over the weekend and thank you again for your ongoing patience .
Its a testing time for all of us , but we hope to be back open and running soon . ''
Pubs reopened on Saturday following the latest relaxation of the lockdown .
But the Village Home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ yesterday - just 48 hours after welcoming customers for first time in almost four moinths .
A statement on its Facebook page says : `` We have had a case of coronavirus in the pub which means that some of us are in isolation .
`` The pub is now shut but all being well will open again on Saturday . ''
The statement said customers who went to the Village Home over the weekend do not need to self-isolate unless they are told to do so .
Today a spokesperson said one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` family bubble '' who had tested positive for coronavirus .
She worked on Saturday , when the pub was open for almost 12 hours and attracted around 150 customers .
The pub is now being deep-cleaned .

The Fighting Cocks in Clayhall Road, Alverstoke, is only a short distance from the Village Home, which was forced to close yesterday just 48 hours after reopening.
Several other pubs across the UK have also shut following confirmed or suspected cases of coronavirus.
A statement on the Fighting Cocks' Facebook page says: "Following a local confirmed case of Covid-19, we have made the very difficult decision to temporarily close our doors to ensure the safety of both our staff and customers.
"We have not had any reported cases of suspected nor confirmed corona virus, but have decided to err on the side of caution.
"The decision hasn't been made lightly and whilst we have made every effort to adhere to government guidelines, including the track and trace system, numerous sanitation stations and taking temperatures prior to each shift, we cannot guarantee that someone who has been in contact with a confirmed case has not been in the pub.
"We are awaiting further guidance from environmental health and also our brewery, but for the meantime, we want to ensure that we are taking every precaution to keep you all safe.
"As soon as we are able, we will welcome you back with open arms.
"Thank you to everyone who supported us over the weekend and thank you again for your ongoing patience. Its a testing time for all of us, but we hope to be back open and running soon."
Pubs reopened on Saturday following the latest relaxation of the lockdown.
But the Village Home in Village Road, Alverstoke, closed yesterday - just 48 hours after welcoming customers for first time in almost four moinths.
A statement on its Facebook page says: "We have had a case of coronavirus in the pub which means that some of us are in isolation.
"The pub is now shut but all being well will open again on Saturday."
The statement said customers who went to the Village Home over the weekend do not need to self-isolate unless they are told to do so.
Today a spokesperson said one of the barmaids had someone in her "family bubble" who had tested positive for coronavirus.
She worked on Saturday, when the pub was open for almost 12 hours and attracted around 150 customers.
The pub is now being deep-cleaned.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Southampton rapist who struck in Bournemouth lower Gardens has sentence referred as 'unduly lenient'

THE prison sentence handed to the man who raped a woman in Bournemouth 's Lower Gardens has been put forward for a potential extension due to a belief that it was `` unduly lenient '' .
Luke West violently attacked and beat the 40-year-old cleaner as she was walking to work on November 13 last year .
A trial at Winchester Crown Court last month heard how the victim thought she was going to die during the incident , which took place at around 5am .
On June 16 , West , aged 29 , from Southampton , was jailed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of six years after being found guilty of rape and inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent following the 11-day trial .
• Rapist Luke West had attacked girlfriend in New Milton home A request has been made to the Attorney General 's Office for his sentence to be reviewed under the unduly lenient sentence system , which only applies to crown court sentences for a selection of crimes , including rape .
Once the case has been reviewed it could be sent to the Court of Appeal .
If this does take place @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on whether the sentence should stay the same , is unreasonably low and may increase , or the court may refuse to hear the case .
A conclusion on whether the case should go to the Court of Appeal must take place within 28 days of sentencing , meaning staff in the Attorney General 's Office must complete this process by Tuesday , July 14 .
• Rapist researched how to attack women in daylight In a statement after the trial , Detective Inspector Wayne Seymour , of Dorset Police ’ s Major @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ This was a despicable offence , which saw Luke West subject his victim not only to a terrifying sexual attack but also a brutal physical assault .
“ While it can be of little consolation to the victim in this case , thankfully incidents of this nature are extremely rare in this area and I am grateful to all the officers and police staff who worked tirelessly on this investigation so that we were able to swiftly identify West as the suspect and apprehend him . ''
Jurors took just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the harrowing experience his victim went through .
The woman suffered bruising and cuts to her face with injuries to her jaw and a fractured eye socket .
Prosecuting Robert Bryan told the trial that a search by police of the hotel room where West was staying found a pair of black jeans and a jacket stained with blood which had a DNA match with the victim .
He added that intimate swabs taken from the victim had a DNA match that was a billion times more likely to have come from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the dock , West had claimed police `` 100 per cent '' had the wrong man for the crime .

Luke West violently attacked and beat the 40-year-old cleaner as she was walking to work on November 13 last year.
A trial at Winchester Crown Court last month heard how the victim thought she was going to die during the incident, which took place at around 5am.
On June 16, West, aged 29, from Southampton, was jailed for 16 years with a licence extension of six years after being found guilty of rape and inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent following the 11-day trial.
A request has been made to the Attorney General's Office for his sentence to be reviewed under the unduly lenient sentence system, which only applies to crown court sentences for a selection of crimes, including rape.
Once the case has been reviewed it could be sent to the Court of Appeal. If this does take place, a decision will then be taken on whether the sentence should stay the same, is unreasonably low and may increase, or the court may refuse to hear the case.
A conclusion on whether the case should go to the Court of Appeal must take place within 28 days of sentencing, meaning staff in the Attorney General's Office must complete this process by Tuesday, July 14.
In a statement after the trial, Detective Inspector Wayne Seymour, of Dorset Police’s Major Crime Investigation Team (MCIT), said: “This was a despicable offence, which saw Luke West subject his victim not only to a terrifying sexual attack but also a brutal physical assault.
“While it can be of little consolation to the victim in this case, thankfully incidents of this nature are extremely rare in this area and I am grateful to all the officers and police staff who worked tirelessly on this investigation so that we were able to swiftly identify West as the suspect and apprehend him."
Jurors took just three hours to convict West after hearing the harrowing experience his victim went through.
The woman suffered bruising and cuts to her face with injuries to her jaw and a fractured eye socket.
Prosecuting Robert Bryan told the trial that a search by police of the hotel room where West was staying found a pair of black jeans and a jacket stained with blood which had a DNA match with the victim.
He added that intimate swabs taken from the victim had a DNA match that was a billion times more likely to have come from the defendant than another male.
When in the dock, West had claimed police "100 per cent" had the wrong man for the crime.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Four taken to hospital after accident at Knellers Lane, Totton

POLICE called to an accident discovered the driver had fled the scene and the four passengers were drunk .
All four were taken to hospital following the incident , which occurred at Knellers Lane , Totton , near its junction with the A326 , late last night .
Three ambulances and two fire crews were sent to the scene .
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service ( HFRS ) said two people in the vehicle were helped to safety by firefighters from Redbridge and Totton .
A police spokesperson added : `` We were called at 10.43pm to reports of a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 118D had left the carriageway and driven into a ditch .
`` Four people were in the vehicle on police arrival , believed to be intoxicated .
The driver had made off from the scene .
`` The four in the vehicle received injuries and were taken to Southampton General Hospital .
Their injuries are not life-threatening . ''
South Central Ambulance Service added : `` We received a 999 call with the caller reporting a car had come off the A326 at Totton and ended up in a ditch , reportedly trapping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it appeared that none of the occupants had sustained serious injuries but all four were taken to hospital for further treatment and assessment . ''
HFRS tweeted : `` Car in a ditch off the A326 near Foxhills , Totton .
Two persons assisted from vehicle and handed to South Central Ambulance .
Scene left safe . ''

All four were taken to hospital following the incident, which occurred at Knellers Lane, Totton, near its junction with the A326, late last night.
Three ambulances and two fire crews were sent to the scene.
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service (HFRS) said two people in the vehicle were helped to safety by firefighters from Redbridge and Totton.
A police spokesperson added: "We were called at 10.43pm to reports of a single-vehicle collision.
"A black BMW 118D had left the carriageway and driven into a ditch.
"Four people were in the vehicle on police arrival, believed to be intoxicated. The driver had made off from the scene.
"The four in the vehicle received injuries and were taken to Southampton General Hospital. Their injuries are not life-threatening."
South Central Ambulance Service added: "We received a 999 call with the caller reporting a car had come off the A326 at Totton and ended up in a ditch, reportedly trapping some of the occupants.
"Fortunately it appeared that none of the occupants had sustained serious injuries but all four were taken to hospital for further treatment and assessment."
HFRS tweeted: "Car in a ditch off the A326 near Foxhills, Totton. Two persons assisted from vehicle and handed to South Central Ambulance. Scene left safe."


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Seven re-arrested in connection with shooting of Gurinderjit Rai

SEVEN people have been re-arrested in connection with the death of a father-of-two who suffered gunshot wounds .
Gurinderjit Rai @ @ @ @ @ a car parked in a remote layby in Shepherds Farm Lane , Corhampton , in @ @ @ @ @ July 13 .
A post-mortem confirmed the 41-year-old died as a result of gunshot wounds @ @ @ @ @ people were arrested as part of the subsequent investigation .
• A 30-year-old man from @ @ @ @ @ of conspiracy to murder • A 42-year-old man from Owslebury , arrested on suspicion of @ @ @ @ @ 32-year-old man from Climping , West Sussex , arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder @ @ @ @ @ Southampton , arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder • A 26-year-old man from Winchester @ @ @ @ @ conspiracy to murder • A 32-year-old man from Winchester , arrested on suspicion of conspiracy @ @ @ @ @ man from Eastleigh , arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder They are all currently @ @ @ @

Gurinderjit Rai's body was found in a car parked in a remote layby in Shepherds Farm Lane, Corhampton, in the Meon Valley, on July 13.
A post-mortem confirmed the 41-year-old died as a result of gunshot wounds.
A total of 18 people were arrested as part of the subsequent investigation.
Today, officers re-arrested seven people.
They are:
• A 30-year-old man from Winchester, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder
• A 42-year-old man from Owslebury, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder
• A 32-year-old man from Climping, West Sussex, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder
• A 40-year-old man from Southampton, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder
• A 26-year-old man from Winchester, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder
• A 32-year-old man from Winchester, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder
• A 29-year-old man from Eastleigh, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder
They are all currently in police custody.