thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Coronavirus: 32 more cases diagnosed in Southampton in 24 hours

THE number of recorded coronavirus cases in Southampton increased by 32 over the last 24 hours , official figures show .
Public Health England figures show that 1,627 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 by 9am on Thursday ( October 22 ) in Southampton , up from 1,595 the same time on Wednesday .
It comes after another coronavirus death was reported at Southampton General Hospital , bringing the total at the hospital up to 202 .
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government 's mass testing programme .
The rate of infection in Southampton now stands at 644 cases per 100,000 people , far lower than the England average of 1,221 .
Across the UK , the number of recorded cases increased by 21,238 over the period , to 810,467 .
Southampton 's cases were among the 62,092 recorded across the South East , a figure which rose by 1,189 over the period .
Cumulative case counts include patients who are currently unwell @ @ @ @ @ @ @ died .

Public Health England figures show that 1,627 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 by 9am on Thursday (October 22) in Southampton, up from 1,595 the same time on Wednesday.
It comes after another coronavirus death was reported at Southampton General Hospital, bringing the total at the hospital up to 202.
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests, which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government's mass testing programme.
The rate of infection in Southampton now stands at 644 cases per 100,000 people, far lower than the England average of 1,221.
Across the UK, the number of recorded cases increased by 21,238 over the period, to 810,467.
Southampton's cases were among the 62,092 recorded across the South East, a figure which rose by 1,189 over the period.
Cumulative case counts include patients who are currently unwell, have recovered and those that have died.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Pupils at St Anne's Catholic School breached coronavirus rules

FAMILIES of Southampton students who flouted coronavirus restrictions have been fined £200 each .
Police say pupils at St Anne @ @ @ @ @ Rule of Six in the car park - and were too slow to move on @ @ @ @ @ disperse .
The school has now written a letter to the parents of all students @ @ @ @ @ We have been contacted by local police community support officers .
They came across a @ @ @ @ @ students in the car park after school this afternoon in a group larger than 6 @ @ @ @ @ were slow to do so .
• St Anne 's Catholic School only state secondary @ @ @ @ @ outstanding '' As a result they have decided to fine the families of these children @ @ @ @ @ asked us to pass on to all families that this has happened to underline the @ @ @ @ @ of 6 in public places . ''
The letter adds : `` At the end @ @ @ @ @ have been asking students to move on quickly . ''

Police say pupils at St Anne's Catholic School breached the Rule of Six in the car park - and were too slow to move on when officers told them to disperse.
The school has now written a letter to the parents of all students.
It says: "We have been contacted by local police community support officers. They came across a group of St Anne's students in the car park after school this afternoon in a group larger than 6 and when asked to disperse were slow to do so.
"As a result they have decided to fine the families of these children £200 each.
"They asked us to pass on to all families that this has happened to underline the severity of breaching the rule of 6 in public places."
The letter adds: "At the end of the school day we have been asking students to move on quickly."


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Can you guess where this old picture was taken?

SCROLL DOWN FOR THE ANSWER Can you guess where this picture was taken ?
A familiar landmark can be seen @ @ @ @ @ the road looks completely different these days .
So where was it taken exactly ?
@ @ @ @ @ Well done if you guessed correctly .
The crossroads seen is at the junction with @ @ @ @ @ Rooms can be seen on the right .

Can you guess where this picture was taken?
A familiar landmark can be seen in the distance, although the road looks completely different these days.
So where was it taken exactly?
Find the answer below.
It's Portland Terrace! Well done if you guessed correctly.
The crossroads seen is at the junction with Ogle Road and Portland Tea Rooms can be seen on the right.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Woman left with cut after attack in her Southampton home

MEN claiming to be from the electric board attacked a woman in her house .
The incident took place at a property on West End Road .
A man is said to have called at the house claiming to be from the electric board and was there to read the meter .
He then entered the house followed by another man .
Both men attacked the 29-year-old woman at the address before leaving the house .
Some cash was taken from the house and the woman sustained a cut to her face .
Detectives have now released CCTV footage of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Two CCTV images of possible valuable witnesses released by police A Hampshire Constabulary spokesperson said : `` They were not involved in the incident , but CCTV puts them in the area around the time the incident happened and we believe they may be valuable witnesses and could assist us with our investigation .
`` Do you recognise anyone in these photos ?
Perhaps it ’ s you ?
`` Please call police on 101 , quoting the reference number 44200351220 .
`` Alternatively , people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ anonymously . ''

The incident took place at a property on West End Road.
A man is said to have called at the house claiming to be from the electric board and was there to read the meter.
He then entered the house followed by another man.
Both men attacked the 29-year-old woman at the address before leaving the house.
Some cash was taken from the house and the woman sustained a cut to her face.
Detectives have now released CCTV footage of people they believe could be valuable witnesses.
Two CCTV images of possible valuable witnesses released by police
A Hampshire Constabulary spokesperson said: "They were not involved in the incident, but CCTV puts them in the area around the time the incident happened and we believe they may be valuable witnesses and could assist us with our investigation.
"Do you recognise anyone in these photos? Perhaps it’s you?
"Please call police on 101, quoting the reference number 44200351220.
"Alternatively, people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where information can be left anonymously."


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Police release description of car in connection with Liphook robbery

Hampshire Constabulary has asked the public to be on the lookout for a car they believe may be connected to the robbery of an elderly man .
The car is described as an “ old style ” , dark coloured , left hand drive BMW 5 Series which has a Polish number plate possibly starting with FZE or PZE .
The robbery it may be linked to was committed against a 68-year-old man in Liphook who had a Rolex watch stolen .
The man was dropping off dry-cleaning on Station Road at 2pm on Tuesday October 20 when he was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and 25 .
The two spoke and a struggle ensued .
The man later realised his Rolex watch , described as steel and gold with a royal blue face and white and gold hands - was missing .
It is believed immediately after the robbery the woman got into the BMW which was parked nearby .
The woman is described as white , slim and about 5 ’ 6 tall with light brown hair and a light face mask .
She was wearing a white or grey fleece , blue jeans and white @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in July in Ringwood and Emsworth .
In both robberies male victims had Rolex watches snatched after being approached by a woman .
Police are asking anyone with relevant information , CCTV or dashcam footage to contact them .

The car is described as an “old style”, dark coloured, left hand drive BMW 5 Series which has a Polish number plate possibly starting with FZE or PZE.
The robbery it may be linked to was committed against a 68-year-old man in Liphook who had a Rolex watch stolen.
The man was dropping off dry-cleaning on Station Road at 2pm on Tuesday October 20 when he was approached by a woman aged between 17 and 25.
The two spoke and a struggle ensued.
The man later realised his Rolex watch, described as steel and gold with a royal blue face and white and gold hands - was missing.
It is believed immediately after the robbery the woman got into the BMW which was parked nearby.
The woman is described as white, slim and about 5’6 tall with light brown hair and a light face mask.
She was wearing a white or grey fleece, blue jeans and white trainers.
Two similar robberies took place in July in Ringwood and Emsworth.
In both robberies male victims had Rolex watches snatched after being approached by a woman.
Police are asking anyone with relevant information, CCTV or dashcam footage to contact them.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Ringwood School confirms second case of Covid-19

RINGWOOD School said a second member of its school community has tested positive for Covid-19 .
It comes a day after the school wrote to parents to make them aware of an initial case .
The school said the two cases are “ unrelated ” and said it is considered an “ isolated ” case .
In a statement , Ringwood School said : “ We can confirm that Ringwood School have been informed of two unrelated positive cases of COVID-19 within the school community .
“ Two separate bubbles within the school have been affected .
“ The school @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Department for Education and Public Health England , and those students identified as ‘ close-contacts ’ have been provided with remote learning and sent home to self-isolate .
“ The school remains open and operating as normal to all other students . ''
A letter sent to parents reads : “ We have been made aware of a member of our school community who has tested positive for COVID 19 .
“ Please note that this is unconnected to yesterday 's case and as such , it is considered an isolated case by @ @ @ @ @ @ @

It comes a day after the school wrote to parents to make them aware of an initial case.
The school said the two cases are “unrelated” and said it is considered an “isolated” case.
In a statement, Ringwood School said: “We can confirm that Ringwood School have been informed of two unrelated positive cases of COVID-19 within the school community.
“Two separate bubbles within the school have been affected.
“The school have been in close contact with the Department for Education and Public Health England, and those students identified as ‘close-contacts’ have been provided with remote learning and sent home to self-isolate.
“The school remains open and operating as normal to all other students."
A letter sent to parents reads: “We have been made aware of a member of our school community who has tested positive for COVID 19.
“Please note that this is unconnected to yesterday's case and as such, it is considered an isolated case by our local public health team.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Tributes following Woodside Road crash in Southampton

THE family of a `` rare individual '' have paid tribute to him following a motorbike crash in Southampton .
Guntis Beitans , 30 , Selsdon Road in London , was riding a Suzuki motorbike on Woodside Road just after midday on October 17 .
Despite the best efforts of the emergency services he was pronounced dead at the scene .
Guntis ’ family have today paid tribute to him .
They said : “ There are no words to describe how saddened we are by the tragic death of Guntis .
“ He was one of those rare individuals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ matter what difficulties he was going through .
“ We will all miss him very much .
Life is incomplete without him but he will always live in our hearts .
May his soul rest in peace.
” As reported , the road was shut for several hours as an investigation was carried out by forensic officers .
It reopened at around 5pm yesterday .
Flowers were also been laid at the scene .
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said : `` We are investigating the exact circumstances of the collision , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ footage that could help .
`` Were you in the area at the time ?
Perhaps you saw a black motorcycle in the run up to the collision ?
`` Anyone with information , or dash-cam footage , is asked to contact police on 101 , quoting Operation Sip . ''

Guntis Beitans, 30, Selsdon Road in London, was riding a Suzuki motorbike on Woodside Road just after midday on October 17.
Despite the best efforts of the emergency services he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Guntis’ family have today paid tribute to him. They said: “There are no words to describe how saddened we are by the tragic death of Guntis.
“He was one of those rare individuals who was always happy and smiling no matter what difficulties he was going through.
“We will all miss him very much. Life is incomplete without him but he will always live in our hearts. May his soul rest in peace.”
As reported, the road was shut for several hours as an investigation was carried out by forensic officers. It reopened at around 5pm yesterday.
Flowers were also been laid at the scene.
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said: "We are investigating the exact circumstances of the collision, and continue to appeal for any information or footage that could help.
"Were you in the area at the time? Perhaps you saw a black motorcycle in the run up to the collision?
"Anyone with information, or dash-cam footage, is asked to contact police on 101, quoting Operation Sip."


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Southampton resident annoyed by lack of action to flooding

AN ELDERLY woman who has struggled to leave her own home for the past five years due to flooding , says the issue is getting worse .
Glenda Higgins a resident of Winchester Road in Shirley , added that Southampton City Council and Southern Water `` do n't want to know '' about the problem .
She says that when it rains the water doesn ’ t drain away , and instead comes back up out of the drain , bringing large amounts of mud with it .
Children are made to walk into the road to get past the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ according to the resident .
Glenda , 76 , has lived at the property 34 years and said : “ It ’ s so annoying because you make up your mind you are going to go out , but then I can ’ t go treading all that mud into a taxi .
“ If you get rain , it forms a puddle in no time and the water board and council don ’ t want to know .
“ It ’ s an absolute shambles because there ’ s lots of old @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the pavement is slippery.
” Glenda , a retired secretary , lives at the property by herself and says she has tried to get in touch with both the council and Southern Water , but still the problem persists .
She claims it is getting worse , and is now encroaching on her property .
“ It takes up 3 car parking spaces in front of my house and my neighbours .
“ It comes through my hedge onto my paving slabs and with the winter , it never dries up.
” City @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Green City and Place says that the council are aware of the issues .
“ The ressident of one of these properties notified us last year of the issue .
`` We instructed our contractor to review this situation , the team has removed blockages on several occasions and also completed a survey of the drains .
`` A defect under the main road has been highlighted and as such this is a matter for Southern Water .
`` We have confirmed again today that Southern Water are aware of this as it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and resident on previous occasions .
`` Southern Water is responsible for the necessary repair , to support the resident we have asked for an update on the progress of this work and an expected completion date . ''
However , a Southern Water spokesperson said : “ We have worked closely with Council officials and conducted a thorough investigation of our assets in the area .
“ We are confident our sewers are operating correctly and are not contributing to the drainage problems .
”

Glenda Higgins a resident of Winchester Road in Shirley, added that Southampton City Council and Southern Water "don't want to know" about the problem.
She says that when it rains the water doesn’t drain away, and instead comes back up out of the drain, bringing large amounts of mud with it.
Children are made to walk into the road to get past the flooding on their way to school, according to the resident.
Glenda, 76, has lived at the property 34 years and said: “It’s so annoying because you make up your mind you are going to go out, but then I can’t go treading all that mud into a taxi.
“If you get rain, it forms a puddle in no time and the water board and council don’t want to know.
“It’s an absolute shambles because there’s lots of old people round here and the mud on the pavement is slippery.”
Glenda, a retired secretary, lives at the property by herself and says she has tried to get in touch with both the council and Southern Water, but still the problem persists.
She claims it is getting worse, and is now encroaching on her property.
“It takes up 3 car parking spaces in front of my house and my neighbours.
“It comes through my hedge onto my paving slabs and with the winter, it never dries up.”
City Councillor Steve Leggett, Cabinet Member for Green City and Place says that the council are aware of the issues.
“The ressident of one of these properties notified us last year of the issue.
"We instructed our contractor to review this situation, the team has removed blockages on several occasions and also completed a survey of the drains.
"A defect under the main road has been highlighted and as such this is a matter for Southern Water.
"We have confirmed again today that Southern Water are aware of this as it has been reported by both the council and resident on previous occasions.
"Southern Water is responsible for the necessary repair, to support the resident we have asked for an update on the progress of this work and an expected completion date."
However, a Southern Water spokesperson said: “We have worked closely with Council officials and conducted a thorough investigation of our assets in the area.
“We are confident our sewers are operating correctly and are not contributing to the drainage problems.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Police called to fight outside Southampton Tower Block

TWO MEN have been arrested after a fight took place outside a tower block .
The incident happened at Millbrook @ @ @ @ @ 7pm last night .
Police were called to reports of two men fighting in the @ @ @ @ @ from Southampton and a 29-year-old man of no fixed abode have been arrested on suspicion @ @ @ @ @ in custody at this time .

The incident happened at Millbrook Towers, Southampton just before 7pm last night.
Police were called to reports of two men fighting in the street.
A 32-year-old man from Southampton and a 29-year-old man of no fixed abode have been arrested on suspicion of affray.
They remain in custody at this time.


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Confirmed Covid cases in Hampshire schools this past week

CORONAVIRUS cases have been confirmed in a further 20 schools over the last week .
People who have been in @ @ @ @ @ students and staff are being told to isolate .

People who have been in close contact with the affected students and staff are being told to isolate.
This list covers schools under the remit of Hampshire County Council as well as cases from Southampton that the Echo has been made aware of. Independent schools have not been included.
Below is a list of all the Hampshire schools with at least one recorded case in the last week, and the date the most recent case was recorded:
October 19
Bitterne Park School - Southampton
Bohunt - East Hampshire
Hamble - Eastleigh
Icknield - Test Valley
New Milton - New Forest
Norman Gate - Test Valley
St Bernadette's Catholic - Rushmoor
The Bridge - Eastleigh
Tower Hill - Rushmoor
Trosnant Federation - Havant
October 20
October 21
October 22


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Southampton sewage being checked for signs of coronavirus

SEWAGE from the Southampton area is being checked for signs of coronavirus .
A government-led project is detecting traces of the virus in wastewater , providing an early warning of local outbreaks , and sharing the data with NHS Test and Trace .
The project has proven that fragments of genetic material from Covid-19 can be found in sewage .
Results can provide local health professionals with a clearer picture of infection rates by pinpointing areas with high numbers , often before people show symptoms .
Those living in the areas affected and then encouraged to get tested or take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ proved its worth south-west England , where sewage sampling showed an increase in coronavirus material despite a relatively low numbers of people seeking tests .
Information was passed to NHS Test and Trace and local councils , enabling them to alert health bodies to the increased risk .
Testing is now being conducted in mire than 90 towns and cities across the UK , including Southampton .
Environment secretary George Eustice said : `` This is a significant step forward in giving us a clearer idea of infection rates both nationally and locally @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be large numbers of people who aren ’ t showing any symptoms and therefore aren ’ t seeking tests .
“ NHS Test and Trace is able to use the science to ensure local health leads are alerted and can take action “ We are continuing to look at how this programme can be refined as one of the many measures we ’ re using to slow the spread of the virus and protect local communities.
” Health and social care secretary Matt Hancock said : “ This initiative is just one example @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and with local partners to find innovative , new ways to track the outbreak , slow the spread of the virus and save lives .
`` Monitoring and sampling wastewater offers another tool to help us identify outbreaks early on – helping NHS Test and Trace and local authorities target hotspots quickly and effectively .
“ As we see an increase in cases across the country , it remains vitally important that everyone continues to follow Hands , Face and Space , gets a test and self-isolates if they display any coronavirus symptoms @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Trace.
” The World Health Organization is clear that the likelihood of coronavirus being transmitted via sewerage systems is extremely low or negligible .

A government-led project is detecting traces of the virus in wastewater, providing an early warning of local outbreaks, and sharing the data with NHS Test and Trace.
The project has proven that fragments of genetic material from Covid-19 can be found in sewage.
Results can provide local health professionals with a clearer picture of infection rates by pinpointing areas with high numbers, often before people show symptoms.
Those living in the areas affected and then encouraged to get tested or take extra precautions.
The project has already proved its worth south-west England, where sewage sampling showed an increase in coronavirus material despite a relatively low numbers of people seeking tests.
Information was passed to NHS Test and Trace and local councils, enabling them to alert health bodies to the increased risk.
Testing is now being conducted in mire than 90 towns and cities across the UK, including Southampton.
Environment secretary George Eustice said: "This is a significant step forward in giving us a clearer idea of infection rates both nationally and locally, particularly in areas where there may be large numbers of people who aren’t showing any symptoms and therefore aren’t seeking tests.
“NHS Test and Trace is able to use the science to ensure local health leads are alerted and can take action
“We are continuing to look at how this programme can be refined as one of the many measures we’re using to slow the spread of the virus and protect local communities.”
Health and social care secretary Matt Hancock said: “This initiative is just one example of how we are working across government and with local partners to find innovative, new ways to track the outbreak, slow the spread of the virus and save lives.
"Monitoring and sampling wastewater offers another tool to help us identify outbreaks early on – helping NHS Test and Trace and local authorities target hotspots quickly and effectively.
“As we see an increase in cases across the country, it remains vitally important that everyone continues to follow Hands, Face and Space, gets a test and self-isolates if they display any coronavirus symptoms and follows the advice of NHS Test and Trace.”
The World Health Organization is clear that the likelihood of coronavirus being transmitted via sewerage systems is extremely low or negligible.


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Hampshire Police slammed for 'cancelled crimes'

HAMPSHIRE Constabulary is one of many police forces under the spotlight for wrongly cancelling reported crime records in relation to rape and sexual offences .
An analysis of the most recent inspection of the force ’ s recording of crime showed in a sample of cases reviewed , three of 19 reported rapes that had been cancelled had been done so incorrectly .
A report says the three incorrect decisions were due to “ misinterpretation of true consent and intoxication ” .
More than half of the cancelled sexual offence reports sampled , nine of 17 , were incorrect .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ by Her Majesty ’ s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services ( HMICFRS ) in 2018 found the accuracy of its crime recording required improvement .
Charity Rape Crisis said the “ failings ” of police were “ completely unacceptable ” .
Katie Russell , national spokesperson for Rape Crisis England & Wales : “ Wide disparities between the way different police force areas handle rape and sexual offences , and the premature and inappropriate dropping of investigations into these extremely serious crimes , have long been issues of concern .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Her Majesty ’ s Inspectorate of Constabulary highlights that these issues are still very much current .
This is part of a wider context in which our criminal justice system has been significantly failing victims and survivors of rape , sexual abuse and all forms of sexual violence for many years.
” “ The majority of people subjected to these crimes still don ’ t have the confidence to report to the police , but despite increasing numbers who are choosing to come forward , charging , prosecution and convictions rates are at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ majority of rapists and sexual offenders are walking free .
“ Especially considering the wide-ranging , significant and often lifelong impacts of sexual violence and abuse on victims and survivors , these criminal justice failings are completely unacceptable .
People who have been through such considerable trauma simply need and deserve better .
“ It ’ s clear that a complete overhaul of our criminal justice system around sexual offences is long overdue and we sincerely hope the Government ’ s current review will lead to robust and urgent improvements .
“ Specialist @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to form part of the solution but the approach must be radical and multi-faceted to achieve the kind of systemic change so clearly and desperately needed.
” In response to the analysis , carried out by the BBC Shared Data Unit , ACC Craig Dibdin , Hampshire Constabulary ’ s force lead on Crime Data Integrity , said : “ HMICFRS has made clear the massive progress made by Hampshire Constabulary on crime recording .
Most importantly , it affirms that our officers and staff are victim focused and we have the right @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clear that in the vast majority of cases we are recording crime , safeguarding victims and investigating crime in the right way .
`` The accurate recording of crime can be influenced by many factors which may not be clear at the beginning of an investigation .
The transfer of cases from one force to another , or a different crime to the one reported being identified following an initial investigation , can impact on these figures and does not represent a recording failure .
“ Additionally , it may become apparent that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ these cases , police will use the verifiable information they have obtained to justify closing a case , and will never close a case if they are merely unclear as to whether a crime happened or not .
“ In general , we do not contest the findings of the HMICFRS and accept that mistakes were made .
Since the report in 2018 we have made a number of changes to how cancellations are managed .
“ For example , we have introduced better review policies for cancellations and only specially trained departments @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and within the oversight of , the Force Crime Registrar .
“ We also have retrained officers on cancelled crime , stepped up internal communications , and have regular audits of cancelled crime on the areas focussed on by HMICFRS .
“ Since these steps have been implemented , our audits have shown compliance in all targeted areas has improved and shown an average of 97 % compliance .
Specifically , in the most recent audit on rape and robbery cancellations showed a 100 % compliance rate .
“ Overall the report @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , recognising that we have made significant improvements to crime recording and the support we give to victims .
I ’ d like to thank all of our officers and staff for their hard work .
”

An analysis of the most recent inspection of the force’s recording of crime showed in a sample of cases reviewed, three of 19 reported rapes that had been cancelled had been done so incorrectly.
A report says the three incorrect decisions were due to “misinterpretation of true consent and intoxication”.
More than half of the cancelled sexual offence reports sampled, nine of 17, were incorrect.
Hampshire Constabulary’s most recent inspection by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) in 2018 found the accuracy of its crime recording required improvement.
Charity Rape Crisis said the “failings” of police were “completely unacceptable”.
Katie Russell, national spokesperson for Rape Crisis England & Wales: “Wide disparities between the way different police force areas handle rape and sexual offences, and the premature and inappropriate dropping of investigations into these extremely serious crimes, have long been issues of concern.
“This latest analysis of data from Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary highlights that these issues are still very much current. This is part of a wider context in which our criminal justice system has been significantly failing victims and survivors of rape, sexual abuse and all forms of sexual violence for many years.”
“The majority of people subjected to these crimes still don’t have the confidence to report to the police, but despite increasing numbers who are choosing to come forward, charging, prosecution and convictions rates are at an all-time low, while the overwhelming majority of rapists and sexual offenders are walking free.
“Especially considering the wide-ranging, significant and often lifelong impacts of sexual violence and abuse on victims and survivors, these criminal justice failings are completely unacceptable. People who have been through such considerable trauma simply need and deserve better.
“It’s clear that a complete overhaul of our criminal justice system around sexual offences is long overdue and we sincerely hope the Government’s current review will lead to robust and urgent improvements.
“Specialist training and increased resourcing will inevitably have to form part of the solution but the approach must be radical and multi-faceted to achieve the kind of systemic change so clearly and desperately needed.”
In response to the analysis, carried out by the BBC Shared Data Unit, ACC Craig Dibdin, Hampshire Constabulary’s force lead on Crime Data Integrity, said: “HMICFRS has made clear the massive progress made by Hampshire Constabulary on crime recording. Most importantly, it affirms that our officers and staff are victim focused and we have the right leadership approach. The report also makes clear that in the vast majority of cases we are recording crime, safeguarding victims and investigating crime in the right way.
"The accurate recording of crime can be influenced by many factors which may not be clear at the beginning of an investigation. The transfer of cases from one force to another, or a different crime to the one reported being identified following an initial investigation, can impact on these figures and does not represent a recording failure.
“Additionally, it may become apparent that a crime never actually happened. In these cases, police will use the verifiable information they have obtained to justify closing a case, and will never close a case if they are merely unclear as to whether a crime happened or not.
“In general, we do not contest the findings of the HMICFRS and accept that mistakes were made. Since the report in 2018 we have made a number of changes to how cancellations are managed.
“For example, we have introduced better review policies for cancellations and only specially trained departments are authorised to cancel crime on behalf, and within the oversight of, the Force Crime Registrar.
“We also have retrained officers on cancelled crime, stepped up internal communications, and have regular audits of cancelled crime on the areas focussed on by HMICFRS.
“Since these steps have been implemented, our audits have shown compliance in all targeted areas has improved and shown an average of 97% compliance. Specifically, in the most recent audit on rape and robbery cancellations showed a 100% compliance rate.
“Overall the report includes a strong endorsement of our approach, recognising that we have made significant improvements to crime recording and the support we give to victims. I’d like to thank all of our officers and staff for their hard work.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Misconduct hearing told that accused's behaviour left officer in tears

AN OFFICER was left in tears after she felt she could not trust her supervisor , who used her as the “ butt of the joke ” .
Detective Sergeant Greg Willcox , 52 , of Hampshire Constabulary , had been recorded jesting about a junior officer ’ s sexual interest in a colleague - which he had made up .
The officer Trainee Detective Constable Jean Englefield had been on a training course and spoke to a male officer who then visited the Serious Organised Crime Unit ( SOCU ) where DS Willcox was a supervisor .
DS Willcox @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ I would say you have roused her ” – referring to T/DC Englefield .
He continued : `` She obviously likes you – that ’ s not professional , that ’ s personal , because that is not at all how I would ever describe her .
That ’ s why she ’ s making any move to get a twin room “ It ’ s a short hop between rousal and arousal .
Oh mate , you wait till you ’ ve had six weeks down the course . ''
Regarding @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ He ’ ll say , it ’ s only a Thursday night because it ’ s a social , week two if you like .
Yeah I ’ m getting a room down there because we ’ ve got a social and if I don ’ t go to it I ’ ll feel a bit , I ’ ll get left out , they ’ ll pick on me , be bullied.
” Giving evidence today ( Friday ) DS Willcox said : “ At the time it was a jokey @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was wrong at the time – it was a light-hearted conversation .
“ It doesn ’ t reflect the person I am or the type of supervisor I am.
” The 52-year-old told the hearing that it was “ just a blip ” .
Six officers from the unit based at the Northern Police Investigation Centre , in Basingstoke , are accused of making comments of a discriminatory nature or of an inappropriate or offensive nature .
The officers facing charges are Retired Detective Inspector Tim Ireson , Detective Sergeant Oliver Lage , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Craig Bannerman , trainee Detective Constable Andrew Ferguson and PC James Oldfield .
DS Willcox and Mr Ireson are also alleged to have not challenged others when those remarks were made .
The serious misconduct proceedings arose following a complaint about the team ’ s behaviour and covert recording was carried out .
A search of text and Whatsapp messages and emails conducted .
The misconduct hearing , being held at Hampshire police ’ s headquarters in Eastleigh , has heard that on occasions T/DC Englefield had become emotional about the behaviour of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s management .
In a recording , she said : “ I just feel very vulnerable , I can ’ t talk to Greg [ DS Willcox ] , I don ’ t trust him as far as I can throw him .
“ Just feeling vulnerable .
I am just struggling , I am on an emotional roller-coaster for the last couple of days . ''
T/DC Englefield also said she was having a “ crisis of confidence ” .
During the investigation T/DC Englefield said : “ This whole situation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ] culture in a team derives from its leaders and [ DS Willcox ] was the leader of the team .
[ Mr Ireson ] was the DI and he allowed himself to be led by DS Willcox and did not set the tone correctly when he joined the team .
“ I found DS Willcox to be unsupportive , disorganised , lazy and unprofessional as a supervisor.
” DS Willcox is also accused of claiming for hours he had not worked after he went on a driving awareness course as a penalty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which is being live streamed to Hope Church , in Winchester , continues .

Detective Sergeant Greg Willcox, 52, of Hampshire Constabulary, had been recorded jesting about a junior officer’s sexual interest in a colleague - which he had made up.
The officer Trainee Detective Constable Jean Englefield had been on a training course and spoke to a male officer who then visited the Serious Organised Crime Unit (SOCU) where DS Willcox was a supervisor.
DS Willcox speaking to the male officer said: “I would say you have roused her” – referring to T/DC Englefield.
He continued: "She obviously likes you – that’s not professional, that’s personal, because that is not at all how I would ever describe her. That’s why she’s making any move to get a twin room
“It’s a short hop between rousal and arousal. Oh mate, you wait till you’ve had six weeks down the course."
Regarding the male officer, he said: “He’ll say, it’s only a Thursday night because it’s a social, week two if you like. Yeah I’m getting a room down there because we’ve got a social and if I don’t go to it I’ll feel a bit, I’ll get left out, they’ll pick on me, be bullied.”
Giving evidence today (Friday) DS Willcox said: “At the time it was a jokey conversation. I didn’t it was wrong at the time – it was a light-hearted conversation.
“It doesn’t reflect the person I am or the type of supervisor I am.”
The 52-year-old told the hearing that it was “just a blip”.
Six officers from the unit based at the Northern Police Investigation Centre, in Basingstoke, are accused of making comments of a discriminatory nature or of an inappropriate or offensive nature.
The officers facing charges are Retired Detective Inspector Tim Ireson, Detective Sergeant Oliver Lage, Detective Sergeant Gregory Willcox, former PC Craig Bannerman, trainee Detective Constable Andrew Ferguson and PC James Oldfield.
DS Willcox and Mr Ireson are also alleged to have not challenged others when those remarks were made.
The serious misconduct proceedings arose following a complaint about the team’s behaviour and covert recording was carried out. A search of text and Whatsapp messages and emails conducted.
The misconduct hearing, being held at Hampshire police’s headquarters in Eastleigh, has heard that on occasions T/DC Englefield had become emotional about the behaviour of the unit, in particular DS Willcox’s management.
In a recording, she said: “I just feel very vulnerable, I can’t talk to Greg [DS Willcox], I don’t trust him as far as I can throw him.
“Just feeling vulnerable. I am just struggling, I am on an emotional roller-coaster for the last couple of days."
T/DC Englefield also said she was having a “crisis of confidence”.
During the investigation T/DC Englefield said: “This whole situation has arisen through poor leadership…[the] culture in a team derives from its leaders and [DS Willcox] was the leader of the team. [Mr Ireson] was the DI and he allowed himself to be led by DS Willcox and did not set the tone correctly when he joined the team.
“I found DS Willcox to be unsupportive, disorganised, lazy and unprofessional as a supervisor.”
DS Willcox is also accused of claiming for hours he had not worked after he went on a driving awareness course as a penalty for being caught speeding.
The hearing, which is being live streamed to Hope Church, in Winchester, continues.


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Man arrested for drug offences at a property in Hedge End

A MAN has been arrested for drug offences after police executed a warrant at a property .
Police attended the @ @ @ @ @ Hedge End , just after midday on Wednesday .
An occupant of the property was @ @ @ @ @ possession of cannabis .
A 46-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a @ @ @ @ @ A 41-year-old woman was also searched and allegedly found to be in possession of a @ @ @ @ @ She was reported for summons .
They were both later released under investigation , pending @ @ @

Police attended the address on Radley Close, Hedge End, just after midday on Wednesday.
An occupant of the property was allegedly found to be in possession of cannabis.
A 46-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled Class B drug.
A 41-year-old woman was also searched and allegedly found to be in possession of a suspected Class A drug.
She was reported for summons.
They were both later released under investigation, pending further enquiries.


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Air quality in Southampton improved during coronavirus lockdown

Southampton City Council has reported that the city 's air quality improved during lockdown due to a reduction in road traffic .
An independent review , ordered by the council , used automatic monitoring stations to record levels of pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide ( NO2 ) , compared to levels recorded last year .
The analysis found that NO2 levels across the city were 12 % lower between March and June of this year , compared to the same time frame in 2019 .
The reduction has been linked to a 55 % decrease in road traffic seen over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ affect the concentration of pollutants in the air and it was concluded that this did lead to some spikes in pollution recorded .
Reducing road traffic emissions is said to be `` a key theme '' in the council ’ s Green City Plan as these emissions are the most significant contributor to poor air quality in Southampton .
The Green City Plan is a list of over 60 actions that the council aims to deliver over the next three years to work towards their vision of a `` cleaner , greener , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Councillor Steve Leggett , Cabinet Member for Green City & Place , said : `` The air pollution improvements highlighted in this report illustrate that our Green City Charter goal of achieving levels of NO2 as low as 25 micrograms is possible , if we can continue to reduce transport emissions . ''
`` Our Green City Plan clearly defines how we will continue to tackle air pollution .
`` We are working with residents , key stakeholders , businesses and community groups across Southampton to reduce the impact we all have on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ members of the public to consider alternative transport options to reduce the city 's air pollution .
He said : `` The recent reduction in road emissions and associated improvements in air pollution has shown that we can all do our bit to help everyone in Southampton benefit from cleaner air . ''
`` Reducing the impact vehicles have on our roads by switching some journeys to sustainable alternatives is a simple and effective way to make a difference .
`` We encourage everyone to review active travel options in Southampton , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ city , excellent public transport and we incentivise switching to electric vehicles . ''

An independent review, ordered by the council, used automatic monitoring stations to record levels of pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide (NO2), compared to levels recorded last year.
The analysis found that NO2 levels across the city were 12% lower between March and June of this year, compared to the same time frame in 2019.
The reduction has been linked to a 55% decrease in road traffic seen over the same period.
Weather conditions also affect the concentration of pollutants in the air and it was concluded that this did lead to some spikes in pollution recorded.
Reducing road traffic emissions is said to be "a key theme" in the council’s Green City Plan as these emissions are the most significant contributor to poor air quality in Southampton.
The Green City Plan is a list of over 60 actions that the council aims to deliver over the next three years to work towards their vision of a "cleaner, greener, healthier and more sustainable city."
Councillor Steve Leggett, Cabinet Member for Green City & Place, said: "The air pollution improvements highlighted in this report illustrate that our Green City Charter goal of achieving levels of NO2 as low as 25 micrograms is possible, if we can continue to reduce transport emissions."
"Our Green City Plan clearly defines how we will continue to tackle air pollution.
"We are working with residents, key stakeholders, businesses and community groups across Southampton to reduce the impact we all have on our environment."
Mr Leggett encouraged members of the public to consider alternative transport options to reduce the city's air pollution.
He said: "The recent reduction in road emissions and associated improvements in air pollution has shown that we can all do our bit to help everyone in Southampton benefit from cleaner air."
"Reducing the impact vehicles have on our roads by switching some journeys to sustainable alternatives is a simple and effective way to make a difference.
"We encourage everyone to review active travel options in Southampton, we have a growing cycle network across the city, excellent public transport and we incentivise switching to electric vehicles."


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Improvements to roads in Totton and New Forest as part of £8m scheme

HIGHWAY chiefs are about to embark on an £8m scheme to improve two major roads on the edge of the New Forest .
Hampshire County Council is planning to upgrade seven junctions on the southern section of the A326 Totton to Holbury road and one on the B3053 Holbury to Calshot route .
Preliminary work on the `` much-needed '' scheme is due to start tomorrow .
It follows the approval of plans to replace the old Fawley power station with 1,500 homes and a raft of commercial and community facilities .
Cllr Rob Humby , the county council 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the environment , said : “ The A326 needs significant improvement at the northern end to improve access for public transport .
`` We will be submitting a bid for national funding for this major infrastructure work .
“ In the meantime , our team will be implementing some modest but much-needed improvements to increase capacity at eight junctions . ''
A county council spokesperson said the improvements would increase capacity at junctions that currently experienced congestion and delays .
They would also create a network that was better able to accommodate future @ @ @ @ @ @ @ holes and ecological surveys , is due to start tomorrow and last four weeks .
The main work is set to begin on December 1 and take 18 months , with temporary traffic lights operating between 9.30am and 4pm , to minimise disruption .
The junction upgrades will be delivered in two phases to reduce the impact of the scheme .
Phase 1 : Long Lane/A326 ( Holbury Roundabout ) , widening of approaches and exit lanes ; Hardley Roundabout , widening of approaches and exit lanes ; Applemore Roundabout ( Sizer Way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lanes ; Dibden Roundabout , widening of approaches and exit lanes and new pedestrian crossing .
Phase 2 : Blackfield Road/Church Lane/B3053 , signalised junction proposed , including new crossing facilities ; A326/Holbury Drove , new southbound right-turn ghost island including new pedestrian crossing facilities ; A326/Southbourne Avenue , new southbound right-turn ghost island ; Dibden Purlieu Roundabout , widening of approaches and exit lanes .
Solent Local Enterprise Partnership has provided £5.7m towards the scheme .
Fawley Waterside , the consortium behind plans to transform the old power station site , has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Daily Echo , two applications to transform the site were approved in July at separate meetings of New Forest District Council and the New Forest National Park Authority .
Many of the objectors had claimed that the proposed development would increase congestion on the A326 .

Hampshire County Council is planning to upgrade seven junctions on the southern section of the A326 Totton to Holbury road and one on the B3053 Holbury to Calshot route.
Preliminary work on the "much-needed" scheme is due to start tomorrow.
It follows the approval of plans to replace the old Fawley power station with 1,500 homes and a raft of commercial and community facilities.
Cllr Rob Humby, the county council's executive member for economy, transport and the environment, said: “The A326 needs significant improvement at the northern end to improve access for public transport.
"We will be submitting a bid for national funding for this major infrastructure work.
“In the meantime, our team will be implementing some modest but much-needed improvements to increase capacity at eight junctions."
A county council spokesperson said the improvements would increase capacity at junctions that currently experienced congestion and delays. They would also create a network that was better able to accommodate future growth.
Investigative work, including trial holes and ecological surveys, is due to start tomorrow and last four weeks.
The main work is set to begin on December 1 and take 18 months, with temporary traffic lights operating between 9.30am and 4pm, to minimise disruption.
The junction upgrades will be delivered in two phases to reduce the impact of the scheme.
Phase 1: Long Lane/A326 (Holbury Roundabout), widening of approaches and exit lanes; Hardley Roundabout, widening of approaches and exit lanes; Applemore Roundabout (Sizer Way), widening of approaches and exit lanes; Dibden Roundabout, widening of approaches and exit lanes and new pedestrian crossing.
Phase 2: Blackfield Road/Church Lane/B3053, signalised junction proposed, including new crossing facilities; A326/Holbury Drove, new southbound right-turn ghost island including new pedestrian crossing facilities; A326/Southbourne Avenue, new southbound right-turn ghost island; Dibden Purlieu Roundabout, widening of approaches and exit lanes.
Solent Local Enterprise Partnership has provided £5.7m towards the scheme.
Fawley Waterside, the consortium behind plans to transform the old power station site, has donated £2.4m.
As reported in the Daily Echo, two applications to transform the site were approved in July at separate meetings of New Forest District Council and the New Forest National Park Authority.
Many of the objectors had claimed that the proposed development would increase congestion on the A326.


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Clocks go back: Daylight savings activities in Southampton

What will you do with an extra hour this Sunday ?
It may seem like a long time ago since late night sunsets but this weekend marks the official end of British summer time ( BST ) .
Clocks will be going back an hour at 2am this Sunday , October 25 .
Thanks to daylight savings , we all gain an extra hour this weekend as clocks 'fall back ' .
Clocks should automatically change on smartphones and computers , but analog or older devices may need to be changed manually .
Daylight savings brings darker , longer nights @ @ @ @ @ @ @ forward and we will lose an hour on Sunday , March 28 2021 .
Here are some of the things you could do with that extra hour in Southampton this weekend : Book a slot at Mighty Adventures for a round of crazy golf , perfect for friends and families .
The viking inspired mini-golf course is fit with giant sea monsters , mysterious shipwrecks and terrifying dinosaurs .
Located on Upper Northam Road it is open from 10am to 5.30pm on Sundays in Hedge End Golf Centre .
Running from October , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could be your ideal chance to take on the Where 's Wally hunt at Southampton City Art Gallery .
Hiding amongst the collections and exhibitions you need to hunt for Wally and spell out a spooky phrase with letters hidden alongside mini Wally standees .
On completion of the free search you can receive a special “ I found Wally !
” bookmark .
There is also a chance to enter the Where ’ s Wally ?
and Kids in Museums grand prize draw competition to win an ArtFund Family Membership and a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ goodies .
Ceno 's on Highfield Lane has some of the best roasts in Southampton ( Image : Ceno ) .
With this weekend marking the official end of British summer time is it high-time to grab your group of six and get down to one of the best Sunday roast spots in the city .
We 're spoilt for choice in Southampton with many award-winning restaurants and drool-worthy roasts on our doorsteps .
The big escape is an interactive city-wide escape game that can be played on smartphones and tablets .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two to six and costs £44 per group .
Based entirely in the city centre The Big Escape is outdoors and fully interactive , it 's also suitable for all ages .
What better way to wind-away a Sunday than by booking in a spot with your friends for bottomless brunch ?
We 're lucky enough to be spoiled with choices for bars and restaurants in the city , many of which serve the modern weekend tradition .
If you 're a fun of something a bit extra why not head to Turtle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two hours of unlimited cocktails , mocktails and Red Stripe for just £27pp .
What will you be doing this weekend ?
Let us know in the comments .

It may seem like a long time ago since late night sunsets but this weekend marks the official end of British summer time (BST).
Clocks will be going back an hour at 2am this Sunday, October 25.
Thanks to daylight savings, we all gain an extra hour this weekend as clocks 'fall back'.
Clocks should automatically change on smartphones and computers, but analog or older devices may need to be changed manually.
Daylight savings brings darker, longer nights and shorter days - clocks will go forward and we will lose an hour on Sunday, March 28 2021.
Here are some of the things you could do with that extra hour in Southampton this weekend:
Crazy Golf
The mystical adventure golf course (Image: Mighty Adventures).
Book a slot at Mighty Adventures for a round of crazy golf, perfect for friends and families.
The viking inspired mini-golf course is fit with giant sea monsters, mysterious shipwrecks and terrifying dinosaurs.
Located on Upper Northam Road it is open from 10am to 5.30pm on Sundays in Hedge End Golf Centre.
Find Wally in Southampton City Art Gallery
(Image: Southampton City Art Gallery).
Running from October, 9 to November 1, this weekend could be your ideal chance to take on the Where's Wally hunt at Southampton City Art Gallery.
Hiding amongst the collections and exhibitions you need to hunt for Wally and spell out a spooky phrase with letters hidden alongside mini Wally standees.
On completion of the free search you can receive a special “I found Wally!” bookmark.
There is also a chance to enter the Where’s Wally? and Kids in Museums grand prize draw competition to win an ArtFund Family Membership and a bundle of Where’s Wally? goodies.
Booking in advance is advised.
Go for a Sunday roast
Ceno's on Highfield Lane has some of the best roasts in Southampton (Image: Ceno).
With this weekend marking the official end of British summer time is it high-time to grab your group of six and get down to one of the best Sunday roast spots in the city.
We're spoilt for choice in Southampton with many award-winning restaurants and drool-worthy roasts on our doorsteps.
The Big Escape
The big escape is an interactive city-wide escape game that can be played on smartphones and tablets.
The casino-inspired escape is suitable for teams of two to six and costs £44 per group.
Based entirely in the city centre The Big Escape is outdoors and fully interactive, it's also suitable for all ages.
Bottomless Brunch
What better way to wind-away a Sunday than by booking in a spot with your friends for bottomless brunch?
We're lucky enough to be spoiled with choices for bars and restaurants in the city, many of which serve the modern weekend tradition.
If you're a fun of something a bit extra why not head to Turtle Bay for a Jamaican inspired brunch plus two hours of unlimited cocktails, mocktails and Red Stripe for just £27pp.
What will you be doing this weekend? Let us know in the comments.


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Coronavirus tier system: What are the rules and what areas do they cover?

The government have revealed which areas will move into a different tier of coronavirus level across England - and published the rules for the areas affected .
We 've put together everything you need to know .
What 's the latest from the government ?
At the time of writing - the areas of Stoke-on-Trent , Coventry and Slough will move into the Tier 2 “ high ” coronavirus level at one minute past midnight on Saturday ( October 24 ) , while talks are taking place between local officials and the Government about moving Warrington into Tier 3 – @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Since October 12 , England has been operating under a three-tier system of local restrictions which divides areas into different categories , labelled as medium , also known as Tier 1 , high , also known as Tier 2 , or very high risk , which is referred to as Tier 3 .
But what are the differences between the tiers and how has the country been carved up ?
What happens if your area is in Tier 3 ?
From Friday ( October 23 ) , around 2.8 million people in Greater @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lancashire and the Liverpool City Region already under the most severe restrictions .
In these areas , social mixing is banned both indoors and in private gardens , while pubs and bars must close unless they can operate as a restaurant .
The rule of six applies in some outdoor settings such as parks , public gardens and sports courts .
Local leaders help the Government to determine whether other venues should be closed , such as gyms or casinos .
In Greater Manchester , the new measures could lead to the closure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wine bars , as well as 277 betting shops and 12 casinos , according to the real estate adviser Altus Group .
In the Liverpool City Region , indoor gyms and fitness studios were forced to shut , alongside sports facilities , leisure centres , betting shops , adult gaming centres and casinos .
Gyms in Merseyside are now allowed to reopen in line with other areas under the toughest local lockdown restrictions .
Gyms remain open in Lancashire but the adult gaming industry , casinos , bingo halls , bookmakers and betting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ made to shut .
Shops and places of worship can remain open , as can schools and colleges , while universities must reflect wider restrictions with the option to move to greater online provision .
Up to 15 guests are allowed at weddings and 30 people can attend funerals , with 15 allowed at wakes , but wedding receptions are not permitted .
People living in Tier 3 areas are advised against overnight stays in other parts of the UK and should avoid travel where possible in and out of the area , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or caring responsibilities .
Number 10 confirmed that , under Tier 2 and 3 rules on household mixing , people can still meet up for work meetings indoors under certain circumstances .
What happens in Tier 2 and where is affected ?
Areas categorised as high risk will see household mixing banned indoors while the rule of six will continue to apply outdoors .
People must not meet socially with friends and family indoors in any setting unless they live with them or have formed a support bubble with them .
Up to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and up to 30 people allowed at funerals , with 15 allowed at receptions and wakes .
Shops , gyms , all education settings , and places of worship will remain open , with overnight stays permitted .
Travel advice for those living in Tier 2 areas is to reduce the number of journeys they take where possible and avoid travel into very high Tier 3 areas .
On Thursday , Health Secretary Matt Hancock told MPs that Stoke-on-Trent , Coventry and Slough will move into Tier 2 at one minute past midnight @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2 include Cheshire , Derbyshire , West Yorkshire , Durham , Northumberland , Tyne and Wear , Tees Valley , West Midlands , Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire .
London , Essex , Elmbridge , Barrow-in-Furness , York , North East Derbyshire , Chesterfield and Erewash moved to Tier 2 last Saturday .
While First Minister of Wales Mark Drakeford confirmed a two-week “ firebreak ” lockdown in the country from October 23 until November 9 , those living under Tiers 2 and 3 in England were already banned from travelling across the Welsh border @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are placed on areas in Tier 1 ?
Areas classed as medium risk , those in Tier 1 , will be subject to the same national measures which currently apply across the whole country .
These include the 10pm curfew for pubs and restaurants and a ban on most gatherings of more than six people .
Up to 15 guests will be allowed at weddings and up to 30 people allowed at funerals , with 15 allowed at receptions and wakes .
Shops , gyms , all education settings , and places of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stays permitted and no travel restrictions within the area , although people are advised to avoid travel into Tier 3 areas where possible .

We've put together everything you need to know.
What's the latest from the government?
At the time of writing - the areas of Stoke-on-Trent, Coventry and Slough will move into the Tier 2 “high” coronavirus level at one minute past midnight on Saturday (October 24), while talks are taking place between local officials and the Government about moving Warrington into Tier 3 – the category with the toughest restrictions.
Since October 12, England has been operating under a three-tier system of local restrictions which divides areas into different categories, labelled as medium, also known as Tier 1, high, also known as Tier 2, or very high risk, which is referred to as Tier 3.
But what are the differences between the tiers and how has the country been carved up?
What happens if your area is in Tier 3?
From Friday (October 23), around 2.8 million people in Greater Manchester will join some 3.1 million in Lancashire and the Liverpool City Region already under the most severe restrictions.
In these areas, social mixing is banned both indoors and in private gardens, while pubs and bars must close unless they can operate as a restaurant.
The rule of six applies in some outdoor settings such as parks, public gardens and sports courts.
Local leaders help the Government to determine whether other venues should be closed, such as gyms or casinos.
In Greater Manchester, the new measures could lead to the closure of more than 1,800 pubs and 140 wine bars, as well as 277 betting shops and 12 casinos, according to the real estate adviser Altus Group.
In the Liverpool City Region, indoor gyms and fitness studios were forced to shut, alongside sports facilities, leisure centres, betting shops, adult gaming centres and casinos.
Gyms in Merseyside are now allowed to reopen in line with other areas under the toughest local lockdown restrictions.
Gyms remain open in Lancashire but the adult gaming industry, casinos, bingo halls, bookmakers and betting shops, and soft play areas were made to shut.
Shops and places of worship can remain open, as can schools and colleges, while universities must reflect wider restrictions with the option to move to greater online provision.
Up to 15 guests are allowed at weddings and 30 people can attend funerals, with 15 allowed at wakes, but wedding receptions are not permitted.
People living in Tier 3 areas are advised against overnight stays in other parts of the UK and should avoid travel where possible in and out of the area, unless it is for work, education or caring responsibilities.
Number 10 confirmed that, under Tier 2 and 3 rules on household mixing, people can still meet up for work meetings indoors under certain circumstances.
What happens in Tier 2 and where is affected?
Areas categorised as high risk will see household mixing banned indoors while the rule of six will continue to apply outdoors.
People must not meet socially with friends and family indoors in any setting unless they live with them or have formed a support bubble with them.
Up to 15 guests will be allowed at weddings and up to 30 people allowed at funerals, with 15 allowed at receptions and wakes.
Shops, gyms, all education settings, and places of worship will remain open, with overnight stays permitted.
Travel advice for those living in Tier 2 areas is to reduce the number of journeys they take where possible and avoid travel into very high Tier 3 areas.
On Thursday, Health Secretary Matt Hancock told MPs that Stoke-on-Trent, Coventry and Slough will move into Tier 2 at one minute past midnight on Saturday.
Other areas in Tier 2 include Cheshire, Derbyshire, West Yorkshire, Durham, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear, Tees Valley, West Midlands, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire.
London, Essex, Elmbridge, Barrow-in-Furness, York, North East Derbyshire, Chesterfield and Erewash moved to Tier 2 last Saturday.
While First Minister of Wales Mark Drakeford confirmed a two-week “firebreak” lockdown in the country from October 23 until November 9, those living under Tiers 2 and 3 in England were already banned from travelling across the Welsh border from Friday last week.
What restrictions are placed on areas in Tier 1?
Areas classed as medium risk, those in Tier 1, will be subject to the same national measures which currently apply across the whole country.
These include the 10pm curfew for pubs and restaurants and a ban on most gatherings of more than six people.
Up to 15 guests will be allowed at weddings and up to 30 people allowed at funerals, with 15 allowed at receptions and wakes.
Shops, gyms, all education settings, and places of worship will remain open, with overnight stays permitted and no travel restrictions within the area, although people are advised to avoid travel into Tier 3 areas where possible.


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Eastleigh Borough Council's largest ever fine for landlord

A LANDLORD has been hit with a £20,000 fine – the biggest the council has ever issued .
Eastleigh Borough Council has prosecuted the landlord for ‘ failing to safeguard the health , safety and welfare of his tenants ’ .
This resulted in the landlord receiving a fine of £20,000 which the council ’ s legal team say is the biggest fine they have ever handed out .
• Eastleigh town parish council decision to go to consultation Christopher Grayston , 48 , from Southampton , was the owner of the property , a house in multiple occupation ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The offences were brought under the Housing Act 2004 for multiple breaches of the Management of HMO Regulations 2006 in respect of the property .
His tenants are said to have been ‘ seriously compromised and exposed to a real risk of harm , especially in terms of fire safety ’ .
A council spokesperson said : “ For an individual landlord , this is the biggest fine for the council .
“ Our aim is to avoid court and we would prefer to work with landlords .
“ In an ideal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but in this case it wasn ’ t forthcoming.
” Grayston , of College Street , Southampton , appeared at Southampton Magistrates ’ Court in February this year to plead guilty to offences brought by the Council ’ s prosecuting lawyer David Foster .
These were in relation to his ‘ negligent management ’ of the property .
The case was adjourned for sentencing until October 16 .
The judge last week found that Grayston was guilty of three charges .
These were failing to provide information to the occupier , failing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to maintain common parts , fixtures , fittings and appliances .
He was sentenced to pay £20,000 and ordered to pay Council costs of £1956 plus a victim surcharge of £170 at total in excess of £22,000 .
Cabinet Lead for Social Policy Councillor Tina Campbell said : “ The Council takes the issue of housing conditions very seriously .
“ This successful prosecution sends a strong and robust message to other HMO managers and landlords in the borough that the Council will not tolerate poor housing for tenants many of whom are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also demonstrates that the Council will act to protect the health , safety and welfare of tenants and is committed to improving housing standards within the borough .
”

Eastleigh Borough Council has prosecuted the landlord for ‘failing to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of his tenants’.
This resulted in the landlord receiving a fine of £20,000 which the council’s legal team say is the biggest fine they have ever handed out.
Christopher Grayston, 48, from Southampton, was the owner of the property, a house in multiple occupation (HMO) in Newtown Road, Eastleigh.
The offences were brought under the Housing Act 2004 for multiple breaches of the Management of HMO Regulations 2006 in respect of the property.
His tenants are said to have been ‘seriously compromised and exposed to a real risk of harm, especially in terms of fire safety’.
A council spokesperson said: “For an individual landlord, this is the biggest fine for the council.
“Our aim is to avoid court and we would prefer to work with landlords.
“In an ideal world the landlord would fix the problems, but in this case it wasn’t forthcoming.”
Grayston, of College Street, Southampton, appeared at Southampton Magistrates’ Court in February this year to plead guilty to offences brought by the Council’s prosecuting lawyer David Foster.
These were in relation to his ‘negligent management’ of the property.
The case was adjourned for sentencing until October 16.
The judge last week found that Grayston was guilty of three charges.
These were failing to provide information to the occupier, failing to take safety measures, and failing to maintain common parts, fixtures, fittings and appliances.
He was sentenced to pay £20,000 and ordered to pay Council costs of £1956 plus a victim surcharge of £170 at total in excess of £22,000.
Cabinet Lead for Social Policy Councillor Tina Campbell said: “The Council takes the issue of housing conditions very seriously.
“This successful prosecution sends a strong and robust message to other HMO managers and landlords in the borough that the Council will not tolerate poor housing for tenants many of whom are often vulnerable and disadvantaged.
“It also demonstrates that the Council will act to protect the health, safety and welfare of tenants and is committed to improving housing standards within the borough.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Aldi and Lidl middle aisles: What's available from Sunday, October 25?

The latest items hitting the shelves in the middle of Aldi and Lidl on Sunday , October 25 , 2020 @ @ @ @ @ retailers .
We 've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each @ @ @ @ @ Aldi are holding a health and beauty event as part of their Special Buys set @ @ @ @ @ a 50ml bottle of Lacura Miracle Cream for £3.99 each .
In the middle of @ @ @ @ @ supermarket chain have a range of products including crafts for the kids and kitchenware .
@ @ @ @ @ Dough Tubs for £2.79 per pack .
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thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Government urged to scrap October clock change

The government is facing calls to scrap clocks being moved back this October and to retain the British Summer Time throughout winter .
This year the clocks are set to go back an hour on October 25 , meaning people will get an extra hour in bed as the clocks revert to Greenwich Mean Time ( GMT ) at 2am .
But The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents ( RoSPA ) says there are a host of “ negative impacts on the way we live our lives ” when the clocks go back – and says keeping British @ @ @ @ @ @ @ important ” due to the coronavirus pandemic .
• Daylight savings : Things to do in Southampton this Sunday as clocks go back RoSPA said on its website : “ RoSPA has campaigned against the unnecessary clock change for many years , and is calling on the Government to instead keep British Summer Time all year round .
“ We will all be able to enjoy more usable , evening daylight for more of the year , spending time and money doing the things we love .
“ This is particularly important as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ COVID-19 pandemic , to aid the economy and job market within sectors such as hospitality and leisure.
” The society also pointed out research from the RAC Foundation , which found that road traffic collisions increase by 19 per cent in the fortnight after putting the clocks back one hour .
It also said that in 2019 , pedestrian deaths rose from 33 in September and 36 in October , to 54 in November and 57 in December .
• When do the clocks go back in 2020 - and why does it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ autumn when the clocks go back and sunset suddenly occurs earlier in the day , there are a host of negative impacts on the way we live our lives .
“ The number of road casualties rises , with the effects being worse for the most vulnerable road users like children , older people , cyclists and motorcyclists.
” It added : “ More than half of people want to scrap the clock change and given the choice , 59 per cent of British people would prefer British Summer Time all year according @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ The same survey also revealed that less than half of people want to keep the clock change , while two in five people actively want to see it scrapped .
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This year the clocks are set to go back an hour on October 25, meaning people will get an extra hour in bed as the clocks revert to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) at 2am.
But The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) says there are a host of “negative impacts on the way we live our lives” when the clocks go back – and says keeping British Summer Time this year is “particularly important” due to the coronavirus pandemic.
RoSPA said on its website: “RoSPA has campaigned against the unnecessary clock change for many years, and is calling on the Government to instead keep British Summer Time all year round.
“We will all be able to enjoy more usable, evening daylight for more of the year, spending time and money doing the things we love.
“This is particularly important as the UK seeks to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, to aid the economy and job market within sectors such as hospitality and leisure.”
The society also pointed out research from the RAC Foundation, which found that road traffic collisions increase by 19 per cent in the fortnight after putting the clocks back one hour.
It also said that in 2019, pedestrian deaths rose from 33 in September and 36 in October, to 54 in November and 57 in December.
RoSPA said: “Every autumn when the clocks go back and sunset suddenly occurs earlier in the day, there are a host of negative impacts on the way we live our lives.
“The number of road casualties rises, with the effects being worse for the most vulnerable road users like children, older people, cyclists and motorcyclists.”
It added: “More than half of people want to scrap the clock change and given the choice, 59 per cent of British people would prefer British Summer Time all year according to a YouGov survey in 2019.
“The same survey also revealed that less than half of people want to keep the clock change, while two in five people actively want to see it scrapped.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Coronavirus: Millions of pounds for Hampshire councils

HAMPSHIRE councils are set to receive millions of pounds to cover the cost of the coronavirus pandemic this winter .
The government will grant £6m to Southampton City Council and £8m to Hampshire County Council .
Each of the district councils in Hampshire is also set to receive a grant .
The cash will be used to provide vital services this winter .
The government has also pledged to provide an extra £100m for council leisure centres most in need .
The news comes as civic chiefs in Hampshire previously said the county council would need an extra £52m from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shortfall by 2023 due to the Covid-19 crisis .
As previously reported , the city council in Southampton also confirmed that it set to face a £45m shortfall by the end of this financial year .
The extra grant has been welcomed by civic chiefs in Hampshire but some said it will not be enough .
Southampton Test MP Alan Whitehead said : `` This is not enough in comparison to what local authorities have had to spend and will have to spend to keep residents safe and healthy .
It is also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cuts to council funding leaving local authorities in an already precarious place to deal with any crisis such as this pandemic . ''
But Southampton Itchen MP Royston Smith stressed the latest funding will be in addition to the £16m already granted to the city council .
He said : `` This awful pandemic has been challenging in all sorts of ways .
People ’ s lives have been disrupted , their jobs put at risk but more significantly too many people have experienced first hand the cruelty of Covid . ''
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £1 billion of additional support for local council announced by Local Government Secretary Robert Jenrick .
He said : “ Since the start of the pandemic , we have backed local councils with the funding they need to support their communities , protect vital services and recover lost income .
This extra £1 billion funding will ensure that councils have the resources that they need over the winter and continue to play an essential role on the front line of our response to the virus while protecting the most vulnerable and supporting local @ @ @ @ @ @ @ county council has received £61m in non-ringfenced emergency funding since the start of the pandemic .
Here is how much each council in Hampshire will receive :

The government will grant £6m to Southampton City Council and £8m to Hampshire County Council.
Each of the district councils in Hampshire is also set to receive a grant.
The cash will be used to provide vital services this winter.
The government has also pledged to provide an extra £100m for council leisure centres most in need.
The news comes as civic chiefs in Hampshire previously said the county council would need an extra £52m from central government as it faces a £210m shortfall by 2023 due to the Covid-19 crisis.
As previously reported, the city council in Southampton also confirmed that it set to face a £45m shortfall by the end of this financial year.
The extra grant has been welcomed by civic chiefs in Hampshire but some said it will not be enough.
Southampton Test MP Alan Whitehead said: "This is not enough in comparison to what local authorities have had to spend and will have to spend to keep residents safe and healthy. It is also coming after ten long years of huge cuts to council funding leaving local authorities in an already precarious place to deal with any crisis such as this pandemic."
But Southampton Itchen MP Royston Smith stressed the latest funding will be in addition to the £16m already granted to the city council.
He said: "This awful pandemic has been challenging in all sorts of ways. People’s lives have been disrupted, their jobs put at risk but more significantly too many people have experienced first hand the cruelty of Covid."
The money is a share of the extra £1 billion of additional support for local council announced by Local Government Secretary Robert Jenrick.
He said: “Since the start of the pandemic, we have backed local councils with the funding they need to support their communities, protect vital services and recover lost income. This extra £1 billion funding will ensure that councils have the resources that they need over the winter and continue to play an essential role on the front line of our response to the virus while protecting the most vulnerable and supporting local businesses.”
As previously reported, the county council has received £61m in non-ringfenced emergency funding since the start of the pandemic.
Here is how much each council in Hampshire will receive:


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Fears over impact of free school meals decision in Southampton

CITY leaders fear that Southampton children would go hungry following the “ cruel ” government decision not to provide free school meals during school holidays .
The news comes as the Labour ’ s motion , which called for the scheme to be extended over the school holidays until Easter 2021 , was defeated by 261 votes to 322 – a majority of 61 .
All Hampshire MPs - except Southampton Test MP Alan Whitehead and Portsmouth South MP Stephen Morgan - voted against the motion .
The government said it has been giving “ substantial support to families and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ raised over the impact the move would have on children in Southampton .
The news comes as Cllr Christopher Hammond , city council leader , said that more than 8,000 children in the city rely on free school meals .
He added : “ To knowingly allow children to go hungry over school holidays is indefensible and cruel .
These are not normal times .
This summer , the government caved into pressure from campaigners and provided free school meals over the summer holidays .
But this week our Conservative MPs decided now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to fend for themselves .
Despite our own huge financial challenges , we will not walk away from these children to ensure they are supported this winter.
” John Draper , headteacher at Swaythling Primary School , said the decision is “ disappointing ” .
He added : “ Without question this will mean that many parents across our city and the country will be making some very tough decisions to feed their children .
It ’ s hard not to compare this policy with the generosity of the ‘ Eat out to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the wealthiest families of four in the country were subsidised up to £80 for one meal.
” Southampton Test MP Alan Whitehead said to be worried that this : there is no doubts that families will struggle.
” I am worried that this will lead to thousands of children in Southampton going hungry .
“ he said .
But Southampton Itchen MP Royston Smith said Wednesday ’ s the vote was “ a politically motivated stunt ” .
He stressed that the government has added £9bn to the welfare system since the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ added : “ The Government remains committed to supporting the disadvantaged in our society .
Low income families have been supported through an uplift in Universal Credit by £1,000 a year .
The Government has taken extraordinary action to support children from low income families incomes during the pandemic.
” A Government spokesperson said : “ We have been giving substantial support to families and children , by providing free school meals when schools were partially closed , increasing welfare support by £9.3bn , and giving councils £63m . ''

The news comes as the Labour’s motion, which called for the scheme to be extended over the school holidays until Easter 2021, was defeated by 261 votes to 322 – a majority of 61.
All Hampshire MPs - except Southampton Test MP Alan Whitehead and Portsmouth South MP Stephen Morgan - voted against the motion.
The government said it has been giving “substantial support to families and children”.
But concerns have been raised over the impact the move would have on children in Southampton.
The news comes as Cllr Christopher Hammond, city council leader, said that more than 8,000 children in the city rely on free school meals.
He added: “To knowingly allow children to go hungry over school holidays is indefensible and cruel. These are not normal times. This summer, the government caved into pressure from campaigners and provided free school meals over the summer holidays. But this week our Conservative MPs decided now is the time for the most vulnerable to fend for themselves. Despite our own huge financial challenges, we will not walk away from these children to ensure they are supported this winter.”
John Draper, headteacher at Swaythling Primary School, said the decision is “disappointing”.
He added: “Without question this will mean that many parents across our city and the country will be making some very tough decisions to feed their children. It’s hard not to compare this policy with the generosity of the ‘Eat out to Help Out’ Scheme, when some of the wealthiest families of four in the country were subsidised up to £80 for one meal.”
Southampton Test MP Alan Whitehead said to be worried that this: there is no doubts that families will struggle.”I am worried that this will lead to thousands of children in Southampton going hungry. “ he said.
But Southampton Itchen MP Royston Smith said Wednesday’s the vote was “a politically motivated stunt”.
He stressed that the government has added £9bn to the welfare system since the start of the pandemic.
Mr Smith added: “The Government remains committed to supporting the disadvantaged in our society. Low income families have been supported through an uplift in Universal Credit by £1,000 a year. The Government has taken extraordinary action to support children from low income families incomes during the pandemic.”
A Government spokesperson said: “We have been giving substantial support to families and children, by providing free school meals when schools were partially closed, increasing welfare support by £9.3bn, and giving councils £63m."


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Campaign stepping up to save Hampshire chalk streams from pollution

A CAMPAIGN to help save chalk streams is gathering pace .
A Chalk Streams Summit was held in London to discuss the threats to streams such as the Itchen and Test with growing dismay about their worsening state .
Lord Chidgey , the former Eastleigh MP , attended the summit and has raised the issue recently citing the pollution of the rivers Arle and Itchen from agricultural run-off .
Lord Chidgey , who lives in Alresford , said : “ The plans are encouraging but the reality is the authorities are working to a timescale of returning the quality of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ good standard by 2050 .
`` This is far too late , particularly as the demand for clean water supplies increases all the time .
`` I hope that the forthcoming Environment Bill will provide Parliament with the opportunity to give these issues the attention they deserve.
” He has been critical of local farming operations , particularly watercress , and the soon-to-close Bakkavor packing plant near the town : “ It ’ s important that Bakkavor are held to account before they leave the area and that penalties are swift and severe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ must be discouraged . ''
• Why has the River Itchen turned red ?
Bakkavor was washing vegetables grown elsewhere and the water was then discharged into the Arle .
It is closing the plant this autumn , with the loss of around 100 jobs , citing the loss of a major customer .
It comes as the Environment Agency is looking nationally at pollution into rivers from farming operations .
The charity Salmon & Trout Conservation has been campaigning on the issue raising the threat of chemicals harming invertebrates including mayflies and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ English rivers are rated as being in good health .
An EA spokesperson said : “ We will take tough action against any company or individual who causes significant pollution and damage to the environment .
We have already taken direct action with Bakkavor and learnings from this work are being incorporated into our approach with other companies we regulate .
This includes assessing risks at other sites and prioritising the most sensitive locations.
” Dr Janina Gray , of S & T , said not enough was being done to check chemical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one thought it was an issue until they looked , ” she said .
“ We urged the EA to look at other discharge permits from food washing because we believe these could also be discharging pesticides into rivers .
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A Chalk Streams Summit was held in London to discuss the threats to streams such as the Itchen and Test with growing dismay about their worsening state.
Lord Chidgey, the former Eastleigh MP, attended the summit and has raised the issue recently citing the pollution of the rivers Arle and Itchen from agricultural run-off.
Lord Chidgey, who lives in Alresford, said: “The plans are encouraging but the reality is the authorities are working to a timescale of returning the quality of all our rivers and streams to a good standard by 2050.
"This is far too late, particularly as the demand for clean water supplies increases all the time.
"I hope that the forthcoming Environment Bill will provide Parliament with the opportunity to give these issues the attention they deserve.”
He has been critical of local farming operations, particularly watercress, and the soon-to-close Bakkavor packing plant near the town: “It’s important that Bakkavor are held to account before they leave the area and that penalties are swift and severe. Others inclined to break the law must be discouraged."
Bakkavor was washing vegetables grown elsewhere and the water was then discharged into the Arle. It is closing the plant this autumn, with the loss of around 100 jobs, citing the loss of a major customer.
It comes as the Environment Agency is looking nationally at pollution into rivers from farming operations.
The charity Salmon & Trout Conservation has been campaigning on the issue raising the threat of chemicals harming invertebrates including mayflies and caddis flies.
Only 16% of English rivers are rated as being in good health.
An EA spokesperson said: “We will take tough action against any company or individual who causes significant pollution and damage to the environment. We have already taken direct action with Bakkavor and learnings from this work are being incorporated into our approach with other companies we regulate. This includes assessing risks at other sites and prioritising the most sensitive locations.”
Dr Janina Gray, of S&T, said not enough was being done to check chemical pollution from the sites. “No one thought it was an issue until they looked,” she said. “We urged the EA to look at other discharge permits from food washing because we believe these could also be discharging pesticides into rivers.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-23--Southampton landlady of decades, Jane Jameson of The Englishman is having a tough 2020

SHE ’ S one of Southampton ’ s longest serving landladies and she ’ s fearful for the future of the pub trade .
Jane Jameson has run The Englishman with husband George for the past 28 years , but has never seen things as bad as they are now as the Covid-19 pandemic continues to have a huge impact on business .
The couple were at the Bricklayers Arms in Millbrook for eight years prior to their move to The Englishman and have witnessed recessions , licensing changes , supermarkets going to war on pub prices , the emergence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But nothing has had quite the impact of 2020 with pubs forced to close for months and , now reopened , a 10pm curfew and social distancing rules .
“ We ’ ve seen a lot of things .
But we ’ ve certainly never seen anything like this lockdown , ” says Jane .
“ We ’ ve still had to pay full rent and it ’ s been really tough .
“ We ’ ve been very quiet since reopening .
I think some people are still too scared to go @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by all the restrictions .
But there was no benefit to us from Eat Out to Help Out and no tax break .
“ There should be more help I think .
We had a small grant , but that didn ’ t cover much .
“ I think some businesses fell through the cracks and some businesses got money that they didn ’ t necessarily need.
” The pub ’ s regular karaoke sessions remain off bounds and while televised football continues , the capacity is dramatically reduced with the pool table @ @ @ @ @ @ @ social distancing .
But there were definite positives from lockdown .
The Jamesons learned how much the pub meant to their regulars , who rallied round to give them a new Saints themed look .
“ They were just amazing , we had a couple of builders and a plasterer come in and there was decorating and rewiring and money raised to help us .
“ We couldn ’ t have done it without them .
We know there are people in worse situations , so we ’ ll keep plodding on and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your pub featured , click here

Jane Jameson has run The Englishman with husband George for the past 28 years, but has never seen things as bad as they are now as the Covid-19 pandemic continues to have a huge impact on business.
The couple were at the Bricklayers Arms in Millbrook for eight years prior to their move to The Englishman and have witnessed recessions, licensing changes, supermarkets going to war on pub prices, the emergence of Wetherspoons and a cafe boom.
But nothing has had quite the impact of 2020 with pubs forced to close for months and, now reopened, a 10pm curfew and social distancing rules.
“We’ve seen a lot of things. But we’ve certainly never seen anything like this lockdown,” says Jane. “We’ve still had to pay full rent and it’s been really tough.
“We’ve been very quiet since reopening. I think some people are still too scared to go out and other people are put off by all the restrictions. But there was no benefit to us from Eat Out to Help Out and no tax break.
“There should be more help I think. We had a small grant, but that didn’t cover much.
“I think some businesses fell through the cracks and some businesses got money that they didn’t necessarily need.”
The pub’s regular karaoke sessions remain off bounds and while televised football continues, the capacity is dramatically reduced with the pool table just being used as a tool for social distancing.
But there were definite positives from lockdown. The Jamesons learned how much the pub meant to their regulars, who rallied round to give them a new Saints themed look.
“They were just amazing, we had a couple of builders and a plasterer come in and there was decorating and rewiring and money raised to help us.
“We couldn’t have done it without them. We know there are people in worse situations, so we’ll keep plodding on and hope things improve soon.”
Pictures by Gemma Phillips Photography
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