thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Lucy and Verity Nevitt hit back in support of British teen who was sentenced over Ayia Napa gang rap

Lucy and Verity Nevitt hit back in support of British teen who was sentenced over Ayia Napa gang rape claim

TWO Southampton women are hitting back in support of the British teenager who was found guilty of lying about being gang-raped in Ayia Napa .
Identical twins Lucy and Verity Nevitt , both 22 , led a protest in London calling on the UK government to intervene in the case .
It took place the day before the British teenager was given a four-month suspended sentence at Famagusta District Court in Cyprus , by Judge Michalis Papathanasiou .
He told the 19-year-old he was giving her a “ second chance ” on Tuesday , following her withdrawal of a claim @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by Israeli youths in July .
The woman said Cypriot police made her falsely confess to lying about the incident , but the police have denied this .
Amongst women ’ s rights groups who protested ahead of the sentencing was The Gemini Project , a support group run by Lucy and Verity against sexual violence .
Around 200 protesters marched for justice with them from Cypriot Embassy , London , through to Parliament Square , on Monday .
The two university students , who attend Goldsmiths University , started the project to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
They want to decrease the “ burden of proof ” on sexual assault victims , take away the data and background checks on them , and remove juries from sexual violence cases .
Lucy , who studies psychology , said : “ Our first demonstration just blew up , it was so incredibly humbling , therapeutic and empowering .
“ It was our goal to help just one person .
We have already done that so now , anyone else we help is just a bonus .
Me and Verity campaign in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ family have been so supportive .
“ We want the Crown Prosecution Service to use the same amount of proof as they need in other criminal cases , as they require ten percent more proof in sexual assault cases.
” She added : “ We disagree with the need for juries , as rape culture means that many cases are dropped due to misconception .
Not enough people understand the trauma involved in sexual assault .
The whole process is so invasive .
“ The fact the judge said he was giving the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Ayia Napa case is decimating it , and we will continue to campaign against that .
“ We want to see the charges dropped for the victim , to see justice and for the court to give a public apology .
”

Identical twins Lucy and Verity Nevitt, both 22, led a protest in London calling on the UK government to intervene in the case.
It took place the day before the British teenager was given a four-month suspended sentence at Famagusta District Court in Cyprus, by Judge Michalis Papathanasiou.
He told the 19-year-old he was giving her a “second chance” on Tuesday, following her withdrawal of a claim that she was raped in a hotel by Israeli youths in July.
The woman said Cypriot police made her falsely confess to lying about the incident, but the police have denied this.
Amongst women’s rights groups who protested ahead of the sentencing was The Gemini Project, a support group run by Lucy and Verity against sexual violence.
Around 200 protesters marched for justice with them from Cypriot Embassy, London, through to Parliament Square, on Monday.
The two university students, who attend Goldsmiths University, started the project to campaign for change in the judicial system.
They want to decrease the “burden of proof” on sexual assault victims, take away the data and background checks on them, and remove juries from sexual violence cases.
Lucy, who studies psychology, said: “Our first demonstration just blew up, it was so incredibly humbling, therapeutic and empowering.
“It was our goal to help just one person. We have already done that so now, anyone else we help is just a bonus. Me and Verity campaign in our free time between studies - our family have been so supportive.
“We want the Crown Prosecution Service to use the same amount of proof as they need in other criminal cases, as they require ten percent more proof in sexual assault cases.”
She added: “We disagree with the need for juries, as rape culture means that many cases are dropped due to misconception. Not enough people understand the trauma involved in sexual assault. The whole process is so invasive.
“The fact the judge said he was giving the victim a “second chance” in the Ayia Napa case is decimating it, and we will continue to campaign against that.
“We want to see the charges dropped for the victim, to see justice and for the court to give a public apology.”


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Here are the diversion routes for the popular Southampton road that faces month long closure

THIS is the full diversion route for the popular Southampton road that is closed for a whole month .
Roadworks are underway as parts of Victoria Road , between the Obelisk Road and Portsmouth Road junctions are closed , and will stay that way until February 9 .
While the works are completed , the section of the road will be completely closed and a diversion route is now in place for drivers .
The route is as followed : - Slight right onto Wright 's Hill , and then turn right onto Weston Lane - At the roundabout , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - Continue onto Weston Grove Road , and then Vosper Road - At the roundabout , take the second exit onto John Thornycroft Road and continue on to re-join Victoria Road .
Bluestar bus services will also be impacted , with the diversion route bypassing stops on Johns Road and Keswick Road shops .
The nearest alternative stops are Bridge Link Road and Centenary Quay .
While the City Red 11 bus towards Weston will be diverted via Woolston Link Road , Portsmouth Road , St Anne ’ s Road , Obelisk Road @ @ @ @ @ @ @ route .
SGN began upgrading the gas network in the area on January 6 , in order to ensure local homes and businesses continue to enjoy a reliable gas supply for the forseeable future .
They will be replacing the old gas mains with new plastic pipes , and some street parking on Victoria Road may be impacted during the works .

Roadworks are underway as parts of Victoria Road, between the Obelisk Road and Portsmouth Road junctions are closed, and will stay that way until February 9.
While the works are completed, the section of the road will be completely closed and a diversion route is now in place for drivers.
The route is as followed:
- Head South-East on Portsmouth Road towards Enfield Grove
- Slight right onto Wright's Hill, and then turn right onto Weston Lane
- At the roundabout, take the third exit onto Archery Road
- Continue onto Weston Grove Road, and then Vosper Road
- At the roundabout, take the second exit onto John Thornycroft Road and continue on to re-join Victoria Road.
Bluestar bus services will also be impacted, with the diversion route bypassing stops on Johns Road and Keswick Road shops.
The nearest alternative stops are Bridge Link Road and Centenary Quay.
While the City Red 11 bus towards Weston will be diverted via Woolston Link Road, Portsmouth Road, St Anne’s Road, Obelisk Road, and will then follow its normal route.
SGN began upgrading the gas network in the area on January 6, in order to ensure local homes and businesses continue to enjoy a reliable gas supply for the forseeable future.
They will be replacing the old gas mains with new plastic pipes, and some street parking on Victoria Road may be impacted during the works.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Man who assaulted woman twice ordered to do unpaid work

A HAMPSHIRE man who assaulted the same woman twice has been ordered to carry out unpaid work .
Darren Barnes @ @ @ @ @ victim on two occasions last year .
The first incident happened in Fareham on April @ @ @ @ @ happened in Fareham on August 2 .
Appearing at Portsmouth Magistrates ' Court , Barnes @ @ @ @ @ , Portsmouth , pleaded not guilty to two counts of assault .
But he was @ @ @ @ @ at the same court this month .
Barnes was given a 12 month community order @ @ @ @ @ activity requirement and 80 hours of unpaid work .
He was also ordered to pay @ @ @ @ @ a victim surcharge of £85 .

Darren Barnes, 52, assaulted his victim on two occasions last year.
The first incident happened in Fareham on April 16.
The second incident happened in Fareham on August 2.
Appearing at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court, Barnes, of North End Grove, Portsmouth, pleaded not guilty to two counts of assault.
But he was found guilty following a trial at the same court this month.
Barnes was given a 12 month community order including 15 days of rehabilitation activity requirement and 80 hours of unpaid work.
He was also ordered to pay court costs of £300 and a victim surcharge of £85.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Teenager assaulted man while under influence of drink and drugs

A TEENAGER who assaulted a man while under the influence of drink and drugs has been given a suspended sentence @ @ @ @ @ 19 , assaulted his victim in Fareham on November 13 .
Portsmouth Magistrates ' Court @ @ @ @ @ the use of Watson 's foot and took place while he was under the influence @ @ @ @ @ Watson , of Orpine Close , Fareham , pleaded guilty to one count of assault @ @ @ @ @ a community order set by Portsmouth Magistrates ' Court in July .
Watson was sentenced @ @ @ @ @ sentence , which was suspended for two years .
He was also ordered to complete @ @ @ @ @ with the probation service and complete 20 days of rehabilitation activity requirement .
Watson was @ @ @ @ @ victim surcharge of £122 .

James Andrew Watson, 19, assaulted his victim in Fareham on November 13.
Portsmouth Magistrates' Court heard how the assault involved the use of Watson's foot and took place while he was under the influence of drink and drugs.
Watson, of Orpine Close, Fareham, pleaded guilty to one count of assault.
He also admitted breaching a community order set by Portsmouth Magistrates' Court in July.
Watson was sentenced to a nine week prison sentence, which was suspended for two years.
He was also ordered to complete a 21 day accredited programme with the probation service and complete 20 days of rehabilitation activity requirement.
Watson was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £122.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Man behind fake vegan festivals vows "there will be more"

THE man behind Romsey 's vegan festival hoax vows that there are `` going to be more fake festivals '' in the near future .
A man who goes by the name of `` Derek Dumper '' on Facebook created an entirely fake festival aimed at the county 's vegan residents last month , and after his self proclaimed `` success '' , he plans to continue running hoax events .
When asked why he set up the festival , Mr Dumper said : `` It 's because I do n't like vegans .
I thought it would be funny @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I have fans out there that think the work I do is amazing and refer to me as a comedian so therefore I can not let my fans down . ''
`` There are going to be more vegan festivals mainly in the Hampshire area , mostly aimed at vegans .
We currently have one ongoing so keep your eyes peeled .
The Christmas vegan festival was very successful , and I plan on doing this for the forseeable future . ''
The Christmas vegan festival was advertised for a month and was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at Romsey Town hall , despite them knowing nothing about the event .
As previously reported , a vegan group from Southampton attended the event in the hopes of running a stall , but were met with disappointment when it was all revealed to be fake .
Councillor Nick Adams-King , deputy leader of the Test Valley Borough Council has hit out at the event .
He said : `` It 's so sad that people feel able and justified in perpetuating this kind of scam .
Deliberately misleading people because you dislike @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pretty pathetic .
`` I hope Facebook will take action against those involved , but I fear their track record is poor in doing so .
`` I would always recommend people check out the provenance of any social media post that advertises events and meetings , as usually the venue 's social media will mention the event as well as it being advertised by the promoter . ''

A man who goes by the name of "Derek Dumper" on Facebook created an entirely fake festival aimed at the county's vegan residents last month, and after his self proclaimed "success", he plans to continue running hoax events.
When asked why he set up the festival, Mr Dumper said: "It's because I don't like vegans. I thought it would be funny and I find it extremely hilarious! I have fans out there that think the work I do is amazing and refer to me as a comedian so therefore I cannot let my fans down."
"There are going to be more vegan festivals mainly in the Hampshire area, mostly aimed at vegans. We currently have one ongoing so keep your eyes peeled. The Christmas vegan festival was very successful, and I plan on doing this for the forseeable future."
The Christmas vegan festival was advertised for a month and was scheduled to take place on December 22 at Romsey Town hall, despite them knowing nothing about the event.
As previously reported, a vegan group from Southampton attended the event in the hopes of running a stall, but were met with disappointment when it was all revealed to be fake.
Councillor Nick Adams-King, deputy leader of the Test Valley Borough Council has hit out at the event.
He said: "It's so sad that people feel able and justified in perpetuating this kind of scam. Deliberately misleading people because you dislike their values and way of life is pretty pathetic.
"I hope Facebook will take action against those involved, but I fear their track record is poor in doing so.
"I would always recommend people check out the provenance of any social media post that advertises events and meetings, as usually the venue's social media will mention the event as well as it being advertised by the promoter."


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Transit van fire on Palace Lane, Beaulieu

FIREFIGHTERS battled a transit van which erupted into flames in the early hours of this morning .
The vehicle had @ @ @ @ @ when crews rushed to the scene on Palace Lane , Beaulieu , just after 4am @ @ @ @ @ Hardley prevented the fire spreading to a nearby building , which was full of wood @ @ @ @ @ Hampshire Constabulary said : `` We got the call at 4.14am .
`` Noone was @ @ @ @ @ was 100 percent on fire .
`` We got the stop message at 4.43am .
@

The vehicle had been completely destroyed by fire when crews rushed to the scene on Palace Lane, Beaulieu, just after 4am.
Crews from Beaulieu and Hardley prevented the fire spreading to a nearby building, which was full of wood chip.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "We got the call at 4.14am.
"Noone was involved and the transit van was 100 percent on fire.
"We got the stop message at 4.43am."


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Man racially abused at Havant railway station

A MAN has been racially abused at a Hampshire railway station .
A man racially abused the victim on the @ @ @ @ @ railway station before walking away .
Police say the incident happened on Thursday December 12 @ @ @ @ @ man is described as white , aged between 50 and 65 years of age , @ @ @ @ @ a walking stick .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` Do you have @ @ @ @ @ enquiries ?
`` If so , please call us on 101 , quoting the crime @ @ @ @ @ Alternatively , people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 , where information can be @ @ @ @

A man racially abused the victim on the Leigh Road side of Havant railway station before walking away.
Police say the incident happened on Thursday December 12, around 8am.
The man is described as white, aged between 50 and 65 years of age, shaven hair and was using a walking stick.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "Do you have information that could help our enquiries?
"If so, please call us on 101, quoting the crime reference number 44190446061.
"Alternatively, people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where information can be left anonymously."


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--WATERING HOLE: Traveller's Rest, Newtown, Fareham

THIS rural country pub was closed off from the public for almost two years .
But the 18th century pub Travellers Rest , in Newtown , Fareham , was brought back to life by married couple Scott and Kerry Wakefield .
With fond memories of staying at the pub ’ s onsite camping grounds as a child , ex-property developer Scott decided to buy and reopen the site to the public in April 2018 .
• Inside the community pub where there 's even a menu for your four-legged friend It was sold on to the pair after locals fought @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to develop the site in 2017 , and had the building upheld and protected as an Asset of Community Value , according to Scott .
The pub sells a selection of drinks and homemade food , and provides a tent and caravan campsite for visitors .
Scott said : “ I know about the pub and have been coming here for years , so we bought it .
“ People like that the pub has a campsite , as they can have drinks and a bite to eat , and stay in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ social side of the bar.
” • PHOTOS : Were you snapped at The Bridge Inn or The Bellemoor Tavern almost 20 years ago ?
Boasting a four-star rating on review site TripAdvisor , Scott cooks all of the food on the menu himself , including dishes such as lasagne , steak and ale pies , and beer-battered fish and chips .
He added : “ We also do a Sunday roast , which lots of people say is like their mum used to cook it .
“ The pub and campsite has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but a lot of people don ’ t realise it is open again.
” • 'It 's outrageous ' : Beer lovers and pubs slam council 's support for Dry January Multiple wood burners fill each wall of the traditional pub , and a beer garden is situated out the back .
Open from 4pm on weekdays and 12pm on weekends , they host a meat raffle every Friday , along with live music and entertainment every weekend .
Their most popular event takes place every August bank holiday , which involves a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ around 200 guests .
Families can enjoy live music , a barbecue , ciders , marquees and barrels of hay to relax on during the festival .

But the 18th century pub Travellers Rest, in Newtown, Fareham, was brought back to life by married couple Scott and Kerry Wakefield.
With fond memories of staying at the pub’s onsite camping grounds as a child, ex-property developer Scott decided to buy and reopen the site to the public in April 2018.
It was sold on to the pair after locals fought against the previous buyer’s plans to develop the site in 2017, and had the building upheld and protected as an Asset of Community Value, according to Scott.
The pub sells a selection of drinks and homemade food, and provides a tent and caravan campsite for visitors.
Scott said: “I know about the pub and have been coming here for years, so we bought it.
“People like that the pub has a campsite, as they can have drinks and a bite to eat, and stay in the campsite after.
“I enjoy the social side of the bar.”
Boasting a four-star rating on review site TripAdvisor, Scott cooks all of the food on the menu himself, including dishes such as lasagne, steak and ale pies, and beer-battered fish and chips.
He added: “We also do a Sunday roast, which lots of people say is like their mum used to cook it.
“The pub and campsite has been going well since we opened, but a lot of people don’t realise it is open again.”
Multiple wood burners fill each wall of the traditional pub, and a beer garden is situated out the back.
Open from 4pm on weekdays and 12pm on weekends, they host a meat raffle every Friday, along with live music and entertainment every weekend.
Their most popular event takes place every August bank holiday, which involves a three-day music festival that usually brings in around 200 guests.
Families can enjoy live music, a barbecue, ciders, marquees and barrels of hay to relax on during the festival.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Man jailed for failing to notify police of living arrangements after indecent exposure offence

A FLASHER who failed to notify police of his living arrangements has been jailed .
Anthony Agnoy , 32 , @ @ @ @ @ every seven days that he was homeless after being released from prison following a sentence @ @ @ @ @ .
But after registering with police on November 25 , following his release , Agnoy @ @ @ @ @ days .
Appearing at Southampton Crown Court , Agnoy pleaded guilty to breaching his notification @ @ @ @ @ it was Agnoy 's sixth breach .
The court was also told how Agnoy had @ @ @ @ @ including three incidents of indecent exposure and two previous incidents of sexual assault .
In @ @ @ @ @ the court that Agnoy was `` sorry and remorseful '' for his actions , which @ @ @ @ @ deliberately negligent '' .
He said Agnoy had faced difficulties on leaving prison and becoming @ @ @ @ @ that Agnoy feared for his safety in Southampton and was attempting to move to Portsmouth @ @ @ @ @ Burrell jailed Agnoy , of no fixed address , for 18 weeks .

Anthony Agnoy, 32, was ordered to notify police every seven days that he was homeless after being released from prison following a sentence for indecent exposure in November.
But after registering with police on November 25, following his release, Agnoy did not return after seven days.
Appearing at Southampton Crown Court, Agnoy pleaded guilty to breaching his notification requirements.
The court heard it was Agnoy's sixth breach.
The court was also told how Agnoy had a history of sexual offending including three incidents of indecent exposure and two previous incidents of sexual assault.
In mitigation, Jonathan Underhill told the court that Agnoy was "sorry and remorseful" for his actions, which he said were not "deliberately negligent".
He said Agnoy had faced difficulties on leaving prison and becoming homeless.
Mr Underhill added that Agnoy feared for his safety in Southampton and was attempting to move to Portsmouth or Fareham.
Judge Gary Burrell jailed Agnoy, of no fixed address, for 18 weeks.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Readers' Letter: State of city sports centre would make Sir Sidney Kimber turn in his grave

He was one of the greatest and most far sighted visionaries Southampton City has ever seen and the driving force behind the creation of the sports centre .
Sir Sidney Guy Kimber fought long battles with the council on making his sporting and recreational dream a reality .
But he would be turning in his grave to know how his pride and joy has become a huge blot on the landscape and an utter disgrace .
The so called custodians – i.e .
the council – have allowed this precious green lung in the heart of the city to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it is an embarrassment for a city of our size .
It is some while ago that I have visited the sports centre but I recently popped into the area so one of my grandchildren could play on the swings .
I was appalled to see how neglected it had become and it is not a good environment for children to play .
The ageing buildings seem to be either crumbling or rusting away .
Huge weeds are growing out of the boating lake where as a child I spent many a happy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are not a good advert for visiting sportsmen and women .
The condition of the sports centre does put into question the validity of part of Southampton City Council 's mission statement which says the authority “ is committed to leading the way in making Southampton a cleaner , greener , healthier , more sustainable and attractive place to live , work and visit.
” The way the sports centre is looking at the moment I do n't think many people would find it attractive to visit .
It was not so long @ @ @ @ @ @ @ adjoining the sports centre were sounded out for their opinions as part of a wide ranging consultation exercise on shaping the future of the sports centre .
I would like to know how much was spent on that particular exercise because like so many projects in this city nothing seems to happen .
The council will no doubt use that age old excuse about the lack of funding .
Soon we will be facing inflation busting increases in our council tax but just where is our hard earned money going .
It is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spent on looking after the city 's environment and infrastructure .
I understand that more than a third of our council tax payments go towards town hall pensions .
Might I suggest that council staff , particularly the higher paid grades , put more of their own money into their pension pots and the cash freed up from pensions can diverted into doing up the city 's neglected areas , like the sports centre which Sidney Kimber fought so hard to give to the Southampton .

Sir Sidney Guy Kimber fought long battles with the council on making his sporting and recreational dream a reality.
But he would be turning in his grave to know how his pride and joy has become a huge blot on the landscape and an utter disgrace.
The so called custodians – i.e. the council – have allowed this precious green lung in the heart of the city to be run down to such an extent that it is an embarrassment for a city of our size.
It is some while ago that I have visited the sports centre but I recently popped into the area so one of my grandchildren could play on the swings.
I was appalled to see how neglected it had become and it is not a good environment for children to play.
The ageing buildings seem to be either crumbling or rusting away.
Huge weeds are growing out of the boating lake where as a child I spent many a happy hour.
The outdated changing room buildings are not a good advert for visiting sportsmen and women.
The condition of the sports centre does put into question the validity of part of Southampton City Council's mission statement which says the authority “is committed to leading the way in making Southampton a cleaner, greener, healthier, more sustainable and attractive place to live, work and visit.”
The way the sports centre is looking at the moment I don't think many people would find it attractive to visit.
It was not so long ago that residents living in the areas adjoining the sports centre were sounded out for their opinions as part of a wide ranging consultation exercise on shaping the future of the sports centre.
I would like to know how much was spent on that particular exercise because like so many projects in this city nothing seems to happen.
The council will no doubt use that age old excuse about the lack of funding.
Soon we will be facing inflation busting increases in our council tax but just where is our hard earned money going.
It is blatantly obvious that it is not being spent on looking after the city's environment and infrastructure.
I understand that more than a third of our council tax payments go towards town hall pensions.
Might I suggest that council staff, particularly the higher paid grades, put more of their own money into their pension pots and the cash freed up from pensions can diverted into doing up the city's neglected areas, like the sports centre which Sidney Kimber fought so hard to give to the Southampton.
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thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Concern for welfare brings M27 and much of Southampton to a standstill

THE M27 and much of Southampton was brought to a standstill following concerns for a person ’ s welfare .
Motorists faced travel chaos after a stretch of motorway between Nursling and Eastleigh was closed .
It came after a welfare call with reports of someone sitting on the edge of a bridge over the motorway between junctions 3 and 4 .
The incident sparked traffic chaos across Southampton , Eastleigh and North Baddesley as drivers were diverted and sought alternative routes .
Motorists were urged to avoid Bassett Avenue and Winchester Road where the incident had a significant impact @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chiefs shut the M3 southbound at junction 14 where it meets the M3 .
Bus operator Bluestar reported significant delays to the majority of its services due to congestion .
According to the bus company all of its Barton Peveril College routes were impacted .
Traffic travelling on the M27 faced a half hour delay before being diverted up the M3 while drivers coming down the M3 towards the M27 were taken off through Eastleigh .
As reported by Hampshire Police , the incident was safely resolved at about 9am .
A police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to confirm the incident has been safely resolved and all closures on the motorway are being lifted .
Thanks for your patience while we dealt with this incident .
”

Motorists faced travel chaos after a stretch of motorway between Nursling and Eastleigh was closed.
It came after a welfare call with reports of someone sitting on the edge of a bridge over the motorway between junctions 3 and 4.
The incident sparked traffic chaos across Southampton, Eastleigh and North Baddesley as drivers were diverted and sought alternative routes.
Motorists were urged to avoid Bassett Avenue and Winchester Road where the incident had a significant impact according to the city council. Road chiefs shut the M3 southbound at junction 14 where it meets the M3.
Bus operator Bluestar reported significant delays to the majority of its services due to congestion. According to the bus company all of its Barton Peveril College routes were impacted.
Traffic travelling on the M27 faced a half hour delay before being diverted up the M3 while drivers coming down the M3 towards the M27 were taken off through Eastleigh.
South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) supported police throughout.
As reported by Hampshire Police, the incident was safely resolved at about 9am.
A police spokesperson said: “We are pleased to confirm the incident has been safely resolved and all closures on the motorway are being lifted. Thanks for your patience while we dealt with this incident.”


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--How we became virtually free of the scourge of Polio

MANY readers who were at school during the 1950s and 1960s will have memories of school friends left physically disabled by the poliomyelitis virus epidemic - more commonly known as polio .
This highly infectious disease attacked the body in numerous ways ranging from the mild and temporary to permanent damage to the nerves and muscles in a small but significant number of cases .
Muscular damage usually involved the leg muscles but could also affect the nerves and muscles in the arms , neck and diaphragm , which is essential for breathing .
Polio could cause paralysis and in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ overcrowded and unsanitary environments , so the disease affected a high proportion of poor children .
One of the most famous people to be disabled by polio was the actor and singer Ian Dury .
I recently visited the Royal Victoria Chapel at Netley where an iron lung was on display .
This mechanical respirator enabled a person to breathe in a normal manner when muscle control was lost for which polio was often the cause .
When I mentioned this to my grandmother she replied : “ Yes , my father thought @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he ordered quite a few.
” My Great Grandfather left an important mark in public health for according to my Grandmother , Mrs Jean Petre ( née Menzies ) ; it was in his capacity as Medical Officer of Health at the London County Council that he insisted on purchasing the first “ iron lung ” .
My great grandfather was Sir Frederick Menzies who was raised in Wales and received his medical education at the University of Edinburgh as well as in Austria and Germany .
I had heard family stories about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to my Great Grandmother Lady Harriet Menzies ( née Lloyd ) , and Sir Alexander Fleming who used penicillin to cure boils on my uncle ’ s knees in the 1940s .
I recently discovered that my great grandfather was a demonstrator in public health at University College , London and that he introduced a medical scheme for London schools and the screening of the population for tuberculosis .
In 1937 he was the first Medical Officer of Health to be appointed Honorary Physician to the King .
Philip Drinker and Louie Shaw @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Boston in 1928 .
Netley Hospital had one in Ward E , which can now be seen at the restored Royal Victoria Chapel .
It is an original American Drinker Respirator .
The UK ’ s first iron lung was designed in 1933 by Robert Henderson , an Aberdeen doctor and in 1937 the Australian brothers Edward and Donald Both produced a more affordable version made from plywood which attracted the attention of William Morris ( Lord Nuffield ) , a British motor manufacturer and philanthropist .
Nuffield financed the production of approximately @ @ @ @ @ @ @ donated them to hospitals throughout Britain and the Empire .
By the early 1950s , there were more than 700 Both-Nuffield iron lungs in the United Kingdom .
Rows of iron lungs filled hospital wards at the height of the polio outbreaks of the 1940s and 1950s .
The time spent in an iron lung could be days , weeks and sometimes years .
A patient might recover to breathe naturally , or the damage could be permanent .
Some patients stayed in iron lungs for the remainder of their lives .
While @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the polio virus its effects were devastating for many others .
In 1952 Dr Jonas Salk developed the first effective vaccine against the disease .
Ten years later , Britain switched to Albert Sabin ’ s oral vaccine .
The iron lung was finally made redundant through vaccination .
There were 707 acute cases and 79 deaths from polio in 1961 .
Since 1982 there have been no domestically acquired cases .
Thanks to the legacy of three outstanding Scottish and American doctors/researchers , the entrepreneurship of the Both brothers and William Morris @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inspirational leadership and readily available free vaccinations , we are virtually clear of the scourge of polio in Britain .

This highly infectious disease attacked the body in numerous ways ranging from the mild and temporary to permanent damage to the nerves and muscles in a small but significant number of cases.
Muscular damage usually involved the leg muscles but could also affect the nerves and muscles in the arms, neck and diaphragm, which is essential for breathing.
Polio could cause paralysis and in some cases death.
The virus favoured overcrowded and unsanitary environments, so the disease affected a high proportion of poor children.
One of the most famous people to be disabled by polio was the actor and singer Ian Dury.
I recently visited the Royal Victoria Chapel at Netley where an iron lung was on display.
This mechanical respirator enabled a person to breathe in a normal manner when muscle control was lost for which polio was often the cause.
When I mentioned this to my grandmother she replied: “Yes, my father thought they were a great invention, so he ordered quite a few.”
My Great Grandfather left an important mark in public health for according to my Grandmother, Mrs Jean Petre (née Menzies); it was in his capacity as Medical Officer of Health at the London County Council that he insisted on purchasing the first “iron lung”.
My great grandfather was Sir Frederick Menzies who was raised in Wales and received his medical education at the University of Edinburgh as well as in Austria and Germany.
I had heard family stories about David Lloyd George, who was related to my Great Grandmother Lady Harriet Menzies (née Lloyd), and Sir Alexander Fleming who used penicillin to cure boils on my uncle’s knees in the 1940s.
I recently discovered that my great grandfather was a demonstrator in public health at University College, London and that he introduced a medical scheme for London schools and the screening of the population for tuberculosis.
King George V awarded him a knighthood in 1932.
In 1937 he was the first Medical Officer of Health to be appointed Honorary Physician to the King.
Philip Drinker and Louie Shaw developed the “iron lung” in Boston in 1928.
Netley Hospital had one in Ward E, which can now be seen at the restored Royal Victoria Chapel. It is an original American Drinker Respirator.
The UK’s first iron lung was designed in 1933 by Robert Henderson, an Aberdeen doctor and in 1937 the Australian brothers Edward and Donald Both produced a more affordable version made from plywood which attracted the attention of William Morris (Lord Nuffield), a British motor manufacturer and philanthropist.
Nuffield financed the production of approximately 1700 machines at his car factory and donated them to hospitals throughout Britain and the Empire. By the early 1950s, there were more than 700 Both-Nuffield iron lungs in the United Kingdom.
Rows of iron lungs filled hospital wards at the height of the polio outbreaks of the 1940s and 1950s. The time spent in an iron lung could be days, weeks and sometimes years.
A patient might recover to breathe naturally, or the damage could be permanent. Some patients stayed in iron lungs for the remainder of their lives.
While most people were only mildly affected by the polio virus its effects were devastating for many others.
In 1952 Dr Jonas Salk developed the first effective vaccine against the disease.
Ten years later, Britain switched to Albert Sabin’s oral vaccine. The iron lung was finally made redundant through vaccination.
There were 707 acute cases and 79 deaths from polio in 1961. Since 1982 there have been no domestically acquired cases.
Thanks to the legacy of three outstanding Scottish and American doctors/researchers, the entrepreneurship of the Both brothers and William Morris together with my great grandfather’s inspirational leadership and readily available free vaccinations, we are virtually clear of the scourge of polio in Britain.
By Katie Belo Dos Santos, tour guide with SeeSouthampton.co.uk .


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Southampton sees jobs vacancies and salaries both rise

SOUTHAMPTON is experiencing a jobs boom , with the number of advertised vacancies up by more than eight per cent on last year , a survey suggests .
The city had the fifth biggest rise in job ads of any in the UK , substantially ahead of London .
Job-changers could also secure a pay rise , with average salaries rising by 2.3 per cent year-on-year .
The research comes from the online jobs board CV-Library , which found the city had 8.3 per cent more jobs advertised in 2019 than in 2018 .
But the report also found that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ suggesting the competition for jobs could still be tough .
Ahead of Southampton were Glasgow , with job ads up by 25.7 per cent , Edinburgh ( 20.5 per cent ) , Portsmouth ( 11 per cent ) and Bristol ( 10 per cent ) .
Southampton found itself ahead of Cardiff , Brighton , Nottingham , London and Liverpool .
The rate of increase in the capital was 4.8 per cent .
Lee Biggins , chief executive and founder of CV-Library , said : “ Despite severe political and economic uncertainty over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ positive to see that the UK jobs market has continued to grow .
“ We ’ ve noticed that this is an ongoing trend , which should instil confidence in professionals in the South East who may have put off searching for a new job in the run up to the election ; especially as January is consistently one of the most popular times for companies to hire.
” He added : “ There ’ s no doubt that now is the best time to look for a new job .
Not only @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pay is also increasing , as businesses compete for the best candidates.
” CV-Library previously reported that the uncertainty about December ’ s general election had led to a 12 per cent month-on-month fall in job ads in November .
The new data is the latest in a series of upbeat analysis of Southampton ’ s economy .
Earlier this week , a report for digital firm Atos said the city was one of the UK ’ s top areas for its potential to support entrepreneurs .
Last October , research found Southampton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of any other city on the south coast .
The UK Powerhouse report , by Irwin Mitchell and the Centre for Economic and Business Research , found its economy grew 1.6 per cent year-on-year .
In September , the real estate and investment giant CBRE said the city was “ one of the standout performers in the south with its strong technology , real estate , education and marine business sectors ” .
And in November , the god Growth for Cities report said Southampton was the third best city in the UK @ @ @ @ @ @ @ quality of life with economic growth .

The city had the fifth biggest rise in job ads of any in the UK, substantially ahead of London.
Job-changers could also secure a pay rise, with average salaries rising by 2.3 per cent year-on-year.
The research comes from the online jobs board CV-Library, which found the city had 8.3 per cent more jobs advertised in 2019 than in 2018. But the report also found that applications rose by 8.7 per cent, suggesting the competition for jobs could still be tough.
Ahead of Southampton were Glasgow, with job ads up by 25.7 per cent, Edinburgh (20.5 per cent), Portsmouth (11 per cent) and Bristol (10 per cent).
Southampton found itself ahead of Cardiff, Brighton, Nottingham, London and Liverpool. The rate of increase in the capital was 4.8 per cent.
Lee Biggins, chief executive and founder of CV-Library, said: “Despite severe political and economic uncertainty over the last year, it’s positive to see that the UK jobs market has continued to grow.
“We’ve noticed that this is an ongoing trend, which should instil confidence in professionals in the South East who may have put off searching for a new job in the run up to the election; especially as January is consistently one of the most popular times for companies to hire.”
He added: “There’s no doubt that now is the best time to look for a new job. Not only are there more roles available, but pay is also increasing, as businesses compete for the best candidates.”
CV-Library previously reported that the uncertainty about December’s general election had led to a 12 per cent month-on-month fall in job ads in November.
The new data is the latest in a series of upbeat analysis of Southampton’s economy.
Earlier this week, a report for digital firm Atos said the city was one of the UK’s top areas for its potential to support entrepreneurs.
Last October, research found Southampton’s economy performed better than that of any other city on the south coast. The UK Powerhouse report, by Irwin Mitchell and the Centre for Economic and Business Research, found its economy grew 1.6 per cent year-on-year.
In September, the real estate and investment giant CBRE said the city was “one of the standout performers in the south with its strong technology, real estate, education and marine business sectors”.
And in November, the god Growth for Cities report said Southampton was the third best city in the UK for “economic wellbeing” – combining quality of life with economic growth.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--A view of North Front in the early 20th century

We can all be forgiven for not recognising this pre-First World War photograph as a local scene - it looks @ @ @ @ @ a single one of the buildings pictured remains standing - although the main Southampton to @ @ @ @ @ along the same track .
This is North Front , with the tower and spire @ @ @ @ @ Church , which was swept away in the late 1940s after taking damage during the @ @ @ @ @ from a point somewhere on New Road in the early part of the last century @ @ @ @ @ that were either demolished over the years or lost during the Second World War , @ @ @ @ @ Cross Street , Holden ’ s Square , Isaac ’ s Court and Trinity Cottages @

Not a single one of the buildings pictured remains standing - although the main Southampton to London railway line still runs along the same track.
This is North Front, with the tower and spire of the old Holy Trinity Church, which was swept away in the late 1940s after taking damage during the Second World War.
Taken from a point somewhere on New Road in the early part of the last century, the photograph shows buildings that were either demolished over the years or lost during the Second World War, together with areas such as Cross Street, Holden’s Square, Isaac’s Court and Trinity Cottages.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Revealed: The winners and losers in the Christmas supermarket wars

ANALYSIS of Christmas spending has revealed the winners and losers among Britain ’ s supermarkets .
Overall , supermarkets suffered their slowest growth over the Christmas period since 2015 after a hoped-for post-election spending rush failed to materialise .
Year-on-year sales grew marginally by 0.2 per cent in the 12 weeks to December 29 but , despite retailers taking a record £29.3billion – up £50million on last year – 2019 saw the slowest rate of growth over the Christmas period for four years , analysts Kantar said .
The winners and losers among the supermarkets were as follows : • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of 10.3 per cent .
• Aldi saw sales rise by 5.9 per cent .
• Asda saw sales fall by 2.2 per cent .
• Morrisons saw sales fall by 29 per cent .
Britain ’ s fastest-growing grocer overall was the online delivery service Ocado , with sales up 12.5 per cent .
While December 23 was easily the single busiest shopping day of 2019 – and the largest shopping day ever recorded for supermarkets – average household spending over the 12 weeks to December 29 fell by £8 to £1,055 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by 16 per cent , while seasonal biscuits were 11 per cent lower and turkey sales also fell by one per cent , partly down to a shift from whole birds to smaller and cheaper joints such as crowns as cautious shoppers cut back on traditional and indulgent festive classics .
Sparkling wine sales dipped by eight per cent , but beer and still wine were more popular than 2018 , with sales up one and two per cent respectively .

Overall, supermarkets suffered their slowest growth over the Christmas period since 2015 after a hoped-for post-election spending rush failed to materialise.
Year-on-year sales grew marginally by 0.2 per cent in the 12 weeks to December 29 but, despite retailers taking a record £29.3billion – up £50million on last year – 2019 saw the slowest rate of growth over the Christmas period for four years, analysts Kantar said.
The winners and losers among the supermarkets were as follows:
Lidl led the way with sales growth of 10.3 per cent.
Aldi saw sales rise by 5.9 per cent.
Sainsbury’s sales fell by 0.7 per cent,
Tesco sales fell by 1.5 per cent.
Asda saw sales fall by 2.2 per cent.
Morrisons saw sales fall by 2.9 per cent.
Britain’s fastest-growing grocer overall was the online delivery service Ocado, with sales up 12.5 per cent.
While December 23 was easily the single busiest shopping day of 2019 – and the largest shopping day ever recorded for supermarkets – average household spending over the 12 weeks to December 29 fell by £8 to £1,055.
Sales of Christmas puddings were down by 16 per cent, while seasonal biscuits were 11 per cent lower and turkey sales also fell by one per cent, partly down to a shift from whole birds to smaller and cheaper joints such as crowns as cautious shoppers cut back on traditional and indulgent festive classics.
Sparkling wine sales dipped by eight per cent, but beer and still wine were more popular than 2018, with sales up one and two per cent respectively.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--1000 performers on stage to mark 400 years since Mayflower sailing

HERE 'S how 1,000 performers , a cruise terminal , and two nights at Mayflower Theatre will tell an epic musical odyssey , 400 years in the making .
The theatre will play host to 1,000 performers , brought together by Southampton Music Hub , to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the sailing of the Mayflower on March 5 and 6 .
The Mayflower ’ s pioneering voyage 400 years ago created connections that changed the world .
In response , these two momentous evenings will celebrate the incredible power of music to take people and communities on life-changing journeys @ @ @ @ @ @ @ acclaimed saxophonist and MC , Soweto Kinch .
Both evenings will include performers from all across the city : including 800 young singers from city schools ; 200 talented young musicians from community bands and orchestras ; up to 80 young theatre performers ; 50 community musicians and many more .
The two performances will be the result of 130 hours of workshops , rehearsals and performances over more than six months , including an epic rehearsal set for Saturday February 29 at ABP 's Mayflower cruise terminal .
Kath Page , Manager @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Everybody is so excited to be part of these incredible musical celebrations .
These two nights will be an opportunity for the whole community to come together and enjoy the power of music to connect people , to inspire people , and to help make Southampton an exciting city to live in.
” Performing on the Mayflower stage will be an unforgettable experience for every young musician involved , and each evening will see the debut of an exciting music project designed to inspire the next generation of music-makers .
The first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sing : The Journey , as 550 young singers perform brand new pieces of music from new Mayflower Theatre musicals .
The second night will see the debut of Symphony 400 : The Journey , a brand new piece of music from award-winning composer James Redwood .
The piece of music started life as musical ideas from 100 primary school children , who will now get to see their ideas transformed and performed by the city ’ s most talented young musicians on the Mayflower stage .

The theatre will play host to 1,000 performers, brought together by Southampton Music Hub, to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the sailing of the Mayflower on March 5 and 6.
The Mayflower’s pioneering voyage 400 years ago created connections that changed the world. In response, these two momentous evenings will celebrate the incredible power of music to take people and communities on life-changing journeys.
Both nights will be presented by acclaimed saxophonist and MC, Soweto Kinch.
Both evenings will include performers from all across the city: including 800 young singers from city schools; 200 talented young musicians from community bands and orchestras; up to 80 young theatre performers; 50 community musicians and many more.
The two performances will be the result of 130 hours of workshops, rehearsals and performances over more than six months, including an epic rehearsal set for Saturday February 29 at ABP's Mayflower cruise terminal.
Kath Page, Manager at Southampton Music Hub, said: “Everybody is so excited to be part of these incredible musical celebrations. These two nights will be an opportunity for the whole community to come together and enjoy the power of music to connect people, to inspire people, and to help make Southampton an exciting city to live in.”
Performing on the Mayflower stage will be an unforgettable experience for every young musician involved, and each evening will see the debut of an exciting music project designed to inspire the next generation of music-makers.
The first night will see the debut of Big Sing: The Journey, as 550 young singers perform brand new pieces of music from new Mayflower Theatre musicals.
The second night will see the debut of Symphony 400: The Journey, a brand new piece of music from award-winning composer James Redwood. The piece of music started life as musical ideas from 100 primary school children, who will now get to see their ideas transformed and performed by the city’s most talented young musicians on the Mayflower stage.
Tickets: 023 8071 1811 or online at mayflower.org.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Mudeford charity swim - January 1990

Mudeford charity swim - January 1990

A BRAVE brunch from Highcliffe took to the cold sea of Mudeford for a charity swim .
The took the @ @ @ @ @ 1990 , in memory of cancer victim Stella Kermode .
Her daughter Jane and son @ @ @ @ @ as an annual event three years previously and had raised more than £1,200 for the @ @ @ @ @ and their families in the New Forest .
Stella had helped raise cash for cancer @ @ @ @ @ too ill to do so .
Friends and family rallied round for the daring dip @ @ @ @ @ that year to £1,500 .
It was hoped some of the cash could have been @ @ @ @ @ young father who was dying of cancer to take his family on one last holiday @ @ @ @ @ to pay for driving lessons for a young wife who , until her husband became @ @ @ @ @ him for transport .

The took the plunge on January 1, 1990, in memory of cancer victim Stella Kermode.
Her daughter Jane and son Philip established the sponsored swim as an annual event three years previously and had raised more than £1,200 for the care of other cancer victims and their families in the New Forest.
Stella had helped raise cash for cancer relief herself before she became too ill to do so.
Friends and family rallied round for the daring dip, bringing the total sponsorship that year to £1,500.
It was hoped some of the cash could have been used to pay for a young father who was dying of cancer to take his family on one last holiday.
They were also hoping to pay for driving lessons for a young wife who, until her husband became sick, had relied on him for transport.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--18 places you absolutely shouldn't park and other rules

We 're all quite territorial creatures when it comes down to it .
And for some of us , there 's nothing more annoying than getting home after a long day at work to discover someone has parked in front of your house - or even worse in your driveway .
It does n't matter whether you can still park there or not , in your head that kerb is YOUR space .
Or is it ?
We 've looked into whether this is illegal or not - and to make the rules clear , the 18 places you absolutely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for someone to park outside my house ?
Annoyingly for residents ( but great for drivers ) , it is perfectly legal to park outside someone ’ s house , unless the vehicle is blocking a driveway or a wheel is over a dropped kerb , according to the RAC .
Other situations in which parking isn ’ t permitted include streets governed by residents ’ parking permits or any of the restrictions outlined above , i.e .
double yellow lines .
There is also something known as parking reserved for vehicles named @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for a specific type of vehicle or user and you 'll be able to identify it because the bay will be marked by a dotted line , with their name painted on the road .
This does n't mean you can paint your name on the road - these types of bays are usually for a doctor , ambulance , disabled user or even a car club .
Increasingly , you may also find parking reserved for electric vehicles , which will be marked as ‘ Electric Vehicles Only ’ or a car @ @ @ @ @ @ @ parking on my driveway without permission ?
We ca n't imagine how incandescent we 'd be if a stranger parked on our drive without permission .
However , we know it does happen , particularly if you live near an airport , football ground or attraction .
Technically , if a vehicle is parked on your driveway without permission , it is classed as trespassing .
BUT this is a civil , not a criminal offence , and therefore police will view it as such and drop it down their list of priorities @ @ @ @ @ @ @ driveway is private property , the council is also less likely to react , especially if the vehicle is taxed , insured and has a valid MOT .
This really does n't leave homeowners with many options aside from court proceedings or having the vehicle towed .
What if a vehicle is blocking my driveway ?
Councils can issue a fine if a car blocks your driveway while parked on a public road .
And vehicles parked across dropped kerbs can also be ticketed , even if they 're not fully blocking it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ keep parking 'anti-socially ' ?
Contact your council and the police - your neighbourhood policing teams may already be aware of a problem where you live .
Although there is very little under the law which they can do , they may be able to offer advice .
The Highway Code can only help if the parked car is causing an obstruction to the road but NOT in relation to your private land .
You could follow a legal claim for nuisance because the driver is interfering with your use and enjoyment of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to know details of the vehicle 's owner .
According to the RAC , these are the places you should not park • Anywhere that would prevent access for emergency vehicles • On a bus or tram stop , or a taxi rank • On the approach to a level crossing • Opposite or within 32 feet of a junction ( except in an authorised parking bay ) • Near the brow of a hill or humpback bridge • Opposite a traffic island or another parked vehicle ( if it causes an obstruction @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vehicle to enter a tram lane • Where the kerb has been lowered to help wheelchair and mobility vehicle users • In front of an entrance to a property • Where you would obstruct a cycle lane • A tram or cycle lane during its period of operation • On the carriageway or the hard shoulder of a motorway ( except in an emergency ) • A road marked with central double white lines , even if a broken white line is on your side of the road , except for dropping off @ @ @ @ @ @ @

And for some of us, there's nothing more annoying than getting home after a long day at work to discover someone has parked in front of your house - or even worse in your driveway.
It doesn't matter whether you can still park there or not, in your head that kerb is YOUR space. Or is it?
We've looked into whether this is illegal or not - and to make the rules clear, the 18 places you absolutely cannot park.
Is it illegal for someone to park outside my house?
Annoyingly for residents (but great for drivers), it is perfectly legal to park outside someone’s house, unless the vehicle is blocking a driveway or a wheel is over a dropped kerb, according to the RAC.
Other situations in which parking isn’t permitted include streets governed by residents’ parking permits or any of the restrictions outlined above, i.e. double yellow lines.
There is also something known as parking reserved for vehicles named.
This is when parking is reserved for a specific type of vehicle or user and you'll be able to identify it because the bay will be marked by a dotted line, with their name painted on the road.
This doesn't mean you can paint your name on the road - these types of bays are usually for a doctor, ambulance, disabled user or even a car club.
Increasingly, you may also find parking reserved for electric vehicles, which will be marked as ‘Electric Vehicles Only’ or a car and plug icon.
What about people parking on my driveway without permission?
We can't imagine how incandescent we'd be if a stranger parked on our drive without permission.
However, we know it does happen, particularly if you live near an airport, football ground or attraction.
Technically, if a vehicle is parked on your driveway without permission, it is classed as trespassing.
BUT this is a civil, not a criminal offence, and therefore police will view it as such and drop it down their list of priorities.
This also means that as your driveway is private property, the council is also less likely to react, especially if the vehicle is taxed, insured and has a valid MOT.
This really doesn't leave homeowners with many options aside from court proceedings or having the vehicle towed.
What if a vehicle is blocking my driveway?
Councils can issue a fine if a car blocks your driveway while parked on a public road.
And vehicles parked across dropped kerbs can also be ticketed, even if they're not fully blocking it.
What should I do if people keep parking 'anti-socially'?
Contact your council and the police - your neighbourhood policing teams may already be aware of a problem where you live.
Although there is very little under the law which they can do, they may be able to offer advice.
The Highway Code can only help if the parked car is causing an obstruction to the road but NOT in relation to your private land.
You could follow a legal claim for nuisance because the driver is interfering with your use and enjoyment of your property - but you'd need to know details of the vehicle's owner.
According to the RAC, these are the places you should not park


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Traffic chaos brings Southampton and M27 to standstill

THE M27 and much of Southampton was brought to a standstill following a concern for welfare call .
Hampshire motorists faced travel chaos after a stretch of motorway between Nursling and Eastleigh was closed .
It came after a welfare call with reports of someone on a bridge over the motorway .
The incident sparked traffic chaos across Southampton , Eastleigh and North Baddesley as drivers were diverted and sought alternative routes .
Motorists were urged to avoid Bassett Avenue and Winchester Road where the incident had a significant impact according to the city council .
Road chiefs shut the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ meets the M3 .
Bus operator Bluestar reported significant delays to the majority of its services due to congestion .
According to the bus company all of its Barton Peveril College routes were impacted .
Traffic travelling on the M27 faced a half hour delay before being diverted up the M3 while drivers coming down the M3 towards the M27 were taken off through Eastleigh .
As reported by Hampshire Police , the incident was safely resolved and all closures on the motorway were lifted by around 9am .
A police spokesperson said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the incident has been safely resolved and all closures on the motorway are being lifted .
Thanks for your patience while we dealt with this incident . ''

Hampshire motorists faced travel chaos after a stretch of motorway between Nursling and Eastleigh was closed.
It came after a welfare call with reports of someone on a bridge over the motorway.
The incident sparked traffic chaos across Southampton, Eastleigh and North Baddesley as drivers were diverted and sought alternative routes.
Motorists were urged to avoid Bassett Avenue and Winchester Road where the incident had a significant impact according to the city council.
Road chiefs shut the M3 southbound at junction 14 where it meets the M3.
Bus operator Bluestar reported significant delays to the majority of its services due to congestion.
According to the bus company all of its Barton Peveril College routes were impacted.
Traffic travelling on the M27 faced a half hour delay before being diverted up the M3 while drivers coming down the M3 towards the M27 were taken off through Eastleigh.
South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) supported police throughout.
As reported by Hampshire Police, the incident was safely resolved and all closures on the motorway were lifted by around 9am.
A police spokesperson said: "We are pleased to confirm the incident has been safely resolved and all closures on the motorway are being lifted. Thanks for your patience while we dealt with this incident."
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thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Gosport Post Office is moving to 132 High Street, Gosport

A HAMPSHIRE post office is moving its location to fully refurbished premises .
Gosport Post Office is set to open @ @ @ @ @ Gosport , and will close the branch at its current location of 51-52 High Street @ @ @ @ @ close on Monday January 20 at 5.30pm , and its new service is set to @ @ @ @ @ at 9am .
During the interim , alternative branches include Palmyra Road Post Office , @ @ @ @ @ , and Fareham Post Office , 4 Savoy Buildings , Fareham .
It will have @ @ @ @ @ 9am to 5.30pm , from Monday to Saturday .

Gosport Post Office is set to open at 132 High Street, Gosport, and will close the branch at its current location of 51-52 High Street.
The current branch will close on Monday January 20 at 5.30pm, and its new service is set to open on Wednesday January 29 at 9am.
During the interim, alternative branches include Palmyra Road Post Office, 66 Palmyra Road, Gosport, and Fareham Post Office, 4 Savoy Buildings, Fareham.
It will have the same opening hours of 9am to 5.30pm, from Monday to Saturday.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Volunteers needed by Days for Girls charity to help make hygiene kits for girls in Uganda

A CHARITY is calling on volunteers to help with making hygiene kits to be taken to girls in Uganda .
Days for Girls , in Fordingbridge , will be running the second workshop to make high-quality kits which are set to be delivered to their link Diocese of Kinkiizi in South Western Uganda , where the girls often miss out on their education due to their period .
Each kit will include washable sanitary pads , knickers , flannels and soap .
Once reaching puberty or starting their menstrual cycle , Days for Girls say girls throughout the developing world @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 25 percent of their education .
The international charity is working to empower women through health education and income generation opportunities .
Irene Canton , Days for Girls Fordingbridge team leader , said : “ The team would like to thank everyone for their generosity and skill in supporting the Days for Girls project so far .
Our aim this time is to complete kits to send out in May this year with the next group visit .
`` With your help we should be able to compile 100 bags .
This means @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , including bags , shields and liners .
“ This day will be fun and sociable but we aim to make as many kits as we can to make a real difference to the girls in Kinkiizi.
” Experienced sewers , as well as volunteers to put the kits together , iron items , roll knickers , and add ribbons and poppers , are all needed at the workshop .
Tea , coffee and a sandwich lunch will be provided at the workshop , which is taking place on Saturday January 18 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in St Mary ’ s Church Hall , Fordingbridge .
To join , contact Irene at irenecanton @ hotmail.co.uk or call Rev Nicky Davies on 07931 413629 .

Days for Girls, in Fordingbridge, will be running the second workshop to make high-quality kits which are set to be delivered to their link Diocese of Kinkiizi in South Western Uganda, where the girls often miss out on their education due to their period.
Each kit will include washable sanitary pads, knickers, flannels and soap.
Once reaching puberty or starting their menstrual cycle, Days for Girls say girls throughout the developing world are in danger of losing up to 25 percent of their education.
The international charity is working to empower women through health education and income generation opportunities.
Irene Canton, Days for Girls Fordingbridge team leader, said: “The team would like to thank everyone for their generosity and skill in supporting the Days for Girls project so far. Our aim this time is to complete kits to send out in May this year with the next group visit.
"With your help we should be able to compile 100 bags. This means we will have made over 1,000 items, including bags, shields and liners.
“This day will be fun and sociable but we aim to make as many kits as we can to make a real difference to the girls in Kinkiizi.”
Experienced sewers, as well as volunteers to put the kits together, iron items, roll knickers, and add ribbons and poppers, are all needed at the workshop.
Tea, coffee and a sandwich lunch will be provided at the workshop, which is taking place on Saturday January 18.
The event runs from 10am to 4pm in St Mary’s Church Hall, Fordingbridge.
To join, contact Irene at irenecanton@hotmail.co.uk or call Rev Nicky Davies on 07931 413629.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Dispersal order implemented at McDonald's and KFC in Millbrook

A SECOND dispersal order has been implemented in Southampton following more reports of groups of youths causing trouble .
Police have set up a dispersal order that started last night in the area surrounding McDonalds and KFC in Millbrook following reports of a large group of youths acting anti-socially in the area .
The order will be in place until 11.59pm tonight and aims to disperse the group of anti-social yobs .
Anyone `` causing a nuisance in the area '' could be arrested and put in a holding cell .
Police have issued a second Section 35 Dispersal Order @ @ @ @ @ @ @ days .
That means that if anyone refuses to leave after being asked to , they could by law be taken away in the back of a police car .
It comes after officers implemented a dispersal order on Saturday night after staff at McDonald 's were assaulted and customers at the restaurant were abused by a gang of youths .
Police say they have received a high number of complaints about large groups of youths gathering at the retail park in Green Park Road .
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well and we dispersed people .
`` Over the past couple of nights we have kept our eye on things but unfortunately last night we had to put another dispersal order in place , to disperse a group of youths who were acting anti-socially .
`` This order will last until 11.59pm tonight , 8 January , at which point the situation will be reviewed .
`` We understand that this is a concern for residents and employees in the area and understand how frustrating this can be .
`` We want to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the situation and we are working with our local partners to find a solution . ''

Police have set up a dispersal order that started last night in the area surrounding McDonalds and KFC in Millbrook following reports of a large group of youths acting anti-socially in the area.
The order will be in place until 11.59pm tonight and aims to disperse the group of anti-social yobs.
Anyone "causing a nuisance in the area" could be arrested and put in a holding cell.
Police have issued a second Section 35 Dispersal Order in the area in the past five days.
That means that if anyone refuses to leave after being asked to, they could by law be taken away in the back of a police car.
It comes after officers implemented a dispersal order on Saturday night after staff at McDonald's were assaulted and customers at the restaurant were abused by a gang of youths.
Police say they have received a high number of complaints about large groups of youths gathering at the retail park in Green Park Road.
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said: "On Saturday evening this worked really well and we dispersed people.
"Over the past couple of nights we have kept our eye on things but unfortunately last night we had to put another dispersal order in place, to disperse a group of youths who were acting anti-socially.
"This order will last until 11.59pm tonight, 8 January, at which point the situation will be reviewed.
"We understand that this is a concern for residents and employees in the area and understand how frustrating this can be. "We want to reassure everyone that we continue to review the situation and we are working with our local partners to find a solution."


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Two-year-old girl found sitting in baby seat in back of wrecked car on A337 at Everton

A TODDLER has miraculously escaped unhurt after a two-car crash in which her mother and another woman were both injured .
The two-year-old girl is said to have been found sitting unscathed in her baby seat in the back of a Ford Mondeo - one of the vehicles involved in the smash .
It happened on the A337 at Everton , near Lymington , at its junction with the B3058 Milford road .
According to reports , the toddler was placed in a pushchair and reunited with her father , who rushed to the scene after being told about the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lymington and New Milton attended the accident along with two ambulances .
Firefighters removed the roof of the Mondeo , enabling the two women to be freed from the wreckage .
They were placed on body boards and taken to Southampton General Hospital .
Police took the little girl and her father to the same hospital to make sure she was uninjured .
The Mondeo was badly damaged in the collision but a South Central Ambulance Service spokesperson described the condition of the two women as `` non-life threatening '' .
One of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a head injury in the accident while the other is thought to have hurt her back .
The driver of the other car , a blue Vauxhall is not thought to have been injured in the accident , which left the road blocked for several hours .
Traffic heading towards New Milton was diverted via Milford while the emergency services dealt with the incident .
A Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said firefighters were called to the scene just after 9.30am .
She said two women trapped in one of the cars @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the vehicle 's roof .
The spokesperson added that a two-and-a-half-year-old child was also taken to hospital but only as a precaution .
The stop message came in at 10.53am .

The two-year-old girl is said to have been found sitting unscathed in her baby seat in the back of a Ford Mondeo - one of the vehicles involved in the smash.
It happened on the A337 at Everton, near Lymington, at its junction with the B3058 Milford road.
According to reports, the toddler was placed in a pushchair and reunited with her father, who rushed to the scene after being told about the collision.
Fire crews from Beaulieu, Lymington and New Milton attended the accident along with two ambulances.
Firefighters removed the roof of the Mondeo, enabling the two women to be freed from the wreckage. They were placed on body boards and taken to Southampton General Hospital.
Police took the little girl and her father to the same hospital to make sure she was uninjured.
The Mondeo was badly damaged in the collision but a South Central Ambulance Service spokesperson described the condition of the two women as "non-life threatening".
One of the women is reported to have suffered a head injury in the accident while the other is thought to have hurt her back.
The driver of the other car, a blue Vauxhall is not thought to have been injured in the accident, which left the road blocked for several hours.
Traffic heading towards New Milton was diverted via Milford while the emergency services dealt with the incident.
A Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said firefighters were called to the scene just after 9.30am.
She said two women trapped in one of the cars were taken to hospital after firefighters removed the vehicle's roof.
The spokesperson added that a two-and-a-half-year-old child was also taken to hospital but only as a precaution.
The stop message came in at 10.53am.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Council van stolen in Southampton

Council van stolen in Southampton

A COUNCIL van has been stolen from outside a property in Southampton .
The van belonged to Southampton City Council , and it was taken from an address on Bishops Road , along with a set of power tools that were stored inside .
This took place some time between 12am and 8am on Tuesday January 7 , and officers were called to the scene .
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said : `` We were called at 8.39am today ( Tuesday 7 January ) in relation to a report of a van being stolen overnight .
`` Sometime between 12.00am @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was stolen from Bishops Road .
The van belonged to Southampton City Council . ''
The council confirmed that this is their second van to be stolen since Friday January 3 .
A Southampton City Council spokesperson said : `` We can confirm that we have had two vehicles stolen since Friday night .
A Ford Transit Tipper , registration number HW08 HLX and a small Ford Transit Connect , registration number HW60 KFL .
`` As well as the financial implication of these thefts , additional pressure is now placed on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who use these vehicles to deliver the services they provide .
`` We would urge any residents who have any information on the whereabouts of these vehicles to contact the council on 02380 834208 and/or the Police on 101 . ''
If anyone has any information on the stolen van , call 101 quoting the reference number 44200007186 .
Alternatively , people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 , where information can be left anonymously .

The van belonged to Southampton City Council, and it was taken from an address on Bishops Road, along with a set of power tools that were stored inside.
This took place some time between 12am and 8am on Tuesday January 7, and officers were called to the scene.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "We were called at 8.39am today (Tuesday 7 January) in relation to a report of a van being stolen overnight.
"Sometime between 12.00am and 8.00am a van containing power tools was stolen from Bishops Road. The van belonged to Southampton City Council."
The council confirmed that this is their second van to be stolen since Friday January 3.
A Southampton City Council spokesperson said: "We can confirm that we have had two vehicles stolen since Friday night. A Ford Transit Tipper, registration number HW08 HLX and a small Ford Transit Connect, registration number HW60 KFL.
"As well as the financial implication of these thefts, additional pressure is now placed on the Street Cleansing and Housing operations teams, who use these vehicles to deliver the services they provide.
"We would urge any residents who have any information on the whereabouts of these vehicles to contact the council on 02380 834208 and/or the Police on 101."
If anyone has any information on the stolen van, call 101 quoting the reference number 44200007186.
Alternatively, people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where information can be left anonymously.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Bleu Alford, Darryl Clarke and Joseph Walsh charged following break-in at Asda, Portland Terrace

Three men have been charged after an attempted burglary at a Southampton supermarket .
The trio appeared before Southampton Magistrates @ @ @ @ @ at Asda on Portland Terrace .
Bleu Alford , 28 , of Winston Close , @ @ @ @ @ Way and Joseph Walsh , 29 , of Palm Road have each been charged with @ @ @ @ @ goods .
Clarke also faces a charge of possession of cannabis .
They were seen @ @ @ @ @ store before fleeing in a stolen vehicle during the incident which happened between 10.45pm on @ @ @ @ @ 1.40am Tuesday , January 7 .
They have been remanded to appear again at Southampton @ @ @ @ @ .

The trio appeared before Southampton Magistrates Court today following a break-in at Asda on Portland Terrace.
Bleu Alford, 28, of Winston Close, Darryl Clarke,31, of Compass Way and Joseph Walsh, 29, of Palm Road have each been charged with attempted burglary and handling stolen goods.
Clarke also faces a charge of possession of cannabis.
They were seen trying to break into the store before fleeing in a stolen vehicle during the incident which happened between 10.45pm on Monday, January 6 and 1.40am Tuesday, January 7.
They have been remanded to appear again at Southampton Crown Court on 10 February.


thedailyecho--2020-01-08--Calls for new policy over funerals

Calls for new policy over funerals

SOUTHAMPTON City Council has admitted it does not return ashes to bereaved families after publicly-funded funerals .
A `` pauper ’ s funeral '' , or public health funeral , is arranged by the allocated local council when someone has died in cases where there is no traceable family , or the family is unable or unwilling to arrange and pay for a funeral .
New data has revealed that councils collectively spent £6.3 million on paupers ’ funerals in 2018/19 .
But Southampton is one of 21 local authorities which does not return ashes by default to bereaved families @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mutual insurer Royal London follows Freedom of Information requests to 400 councils across the country .
Figures showed that Southampton City Council is one of those which by default does not return ashes to bereaved families .
But Royal London is now calling for a change in legislation .
Louise Eaton-Terry , funeral cost expert at Royal London , said : “ It ’ s incredibly sad when bereaved families have no choice but to seek a public health funeral .
`` But when some families are refused the ashes of their loved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being treated unfairly .
`` We ’ re calling for legislation on minimum standards for public health funerals to ensure everyone can , at the very least , attend a funeral and collect their loved one ’ s ashes.
” A spokesman for the Local Government Association said : “ Public health funerals are a last resort for those cases where family or friends can not be identified to arrange a funeral , or no-one is willing to do so .
`` When arranging these funerals , councils will seek to ensure the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are respected and they are provided with a dignified funeral , while keeping the costs to local taxpayers to a minimum .
`` In many cases the deceased has no family to arrange their funeral , so there is no-one to attend a service if one is held or to collect the ashes .
`` With local authorities facing challenging funding pressures the increase in the number of public health funerals is putting further pressure on council budgets . ''
comment but was unable to provide one before the paper went to press @

A "pauper’s funeral", or public health funeral, is arranged by the allocated local council when someone has died in cases where there is no traceable family, or the family is unable or unwilling to arrange and pay for a funeral.
New data has revealed that councils collectively spent £6.3 million on paupers’ funerals in 2018/19. But Southampton is one of 21 local authorities which does not return ashes by default to bereaved families following cremations.
The news revealed by mutual insurer Royal London follows Freedom of Information requests to 400 councils across the country.
Figures showed that Southampton City Council is one of those which by default does not return ashes to bereaved families.
But Royal London is now calling for a change in legislation. Louise Eaton-Terry, funeral cost expert at Royal London, said: “It’s incredibly sad when bereaved families have no choice but to seek a public health funeral.
"But when some families are refused the ashes of their loved ones it is clear that they are being treated unfairly.
"We’re calling for legislation on minimum standards for public health funerals to ensure everyone can, at the very least, attend a funeral and collect their loved one’s ashes.”
A spokesman for the Local Government Association said: “Public health funerals are a last resort for those cases where family or friends cannot be identified to arrange a funeral, or no-one is willing to do so.
"When arranging these funerals, councils will seek to ensure the religious beliefs or wishes of the deceased are respected and they are provided with a dignified funeral, while keeping the costs to local taxpayers to a minimum.
"In many cases the deceased has no family to arrange their funeral, so there is no-one to attend a service if one is held or to collect the ashes.
"With local authorities facing challenging funding pressures the increase in the number of public health funerals is putting further pressure on council budgets."
Southampton City Council was approached for
comment but was unable to provide one before the paper went to press.


thedailyecho--2020-01-09--Man left with "serious injuries" to his face after being assaulted following a car crash

A MAN has been left with `` serious injuries '' to the face after being assaulted following a traffic collision .
The incident took place after a minor crash between a Land Rover and a Vauxhall Astra on Northam Road , Southampton between 10am and 10.30am on Tuesday January 7 .
Following the collision , the driver of the Astra assaulted the driver of the Land Rover , leaving him with serious injuries to his face .
The Astra driver then left the scene before police arrived , without leaving any details .
Offficers say he is described as being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ around 6ft 1ins tall , slim to medium build and with short dark hair .
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said : `` We are appealing for witnesses after an assault on Tuesday morning ( January 7 ) .
`` Officers investigating are keen to speak with anyone who witnessed the assault on Tuesday .
Maybe you have a dash cam in your vehicle and drove past the two vehicles after the collision ?
`` Anyone with information can call 101 , quoting 44200007431 , or alternatively , you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on @ @ @ @ @

The incident took place after a minor crash between a Land Rover and a Vauxhall Astra on Northam Road, Southampton between 10am and 10.30am on Tuesday January 7.
Following the collision, the driver of the Astra assaulted the driver of the Land Rover, leaving him with serious injuries to his face.
The Astra driver then left the scene before police arrived, without leaving any details.
Offficers say he is described as being black, between 20 and 30-years-old, around 6ft 1ins tall, slim to medium build and with short dark hair.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "We are appealing for witnesses after an assault on Tuesday morning (January 7).
"Officers investigating are keen to speak with anyone who witnessed the assault on Tuesday. Maybe you have a dash cam in your vehicle and drove past the two vehicles after the collision?
"Anyone with information can call 101, quoting 44200007431, or alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."


thedailyecho--2020-01-09--Hunt for men after violence before Southampton's match at Portsmouth

A MANHUNT has been launched after football hooligans pelted police and fans with bottles .
It comes following the largest ever police operation during a Hampshire football match .
The much-anticipated Carabao Cup game between Southampton and Portsmouth on September 24 saw fans clashing in the streets outside Fratton Park .
Despite riot police forming a wall to keep fans apart , some still caused chaos and disorder by hurling coins , bottles , stones and smoke grenades at each other .
Police received reports of items launched at officers and fans in Goldsmith Avenue .
Meanwhile , in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bottle was thrown shortly after the final whistle .
During the mayhem , a man was arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty after punching a police horse .
A video shared on social media showed a man punching the animal before being chased by the mounted policeman and then being detained .
The match , which saw Premier League Southampton beat League One Portsmouth 0-4 , was the first between the two rivals in seven years .
Hampshire Police confirmed that five men were arrested during the evening .
A 52-year-old man was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ attempted criminal damage however was released under investigation .
A 40-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a pyrotechnic .
An 18-year-old man and a 19-year-old man were given a conditional caution for a public order offence and a 20-year-old arrested on suspicion of a public order offence was later released with no further action taken .
The police report to have worked closely together with both clubs to ensure a safe match for all those attending , as well as those living and working close to Fratton Park .
Adding @ @ @ @ @ @ @ safe and “ fortunately , as a result of their careful planning , their policing operation achieved this ” .
According to police , there were “ regrettably ” a small number of people who were intent on trying to cause disorder as fans left the stadium .
Since the match last year officers have been analysing CCTV and footage from body-cameras to investigate the exact circumstances of what happened .
They want to hold any trouble-makers accountable for their actions .
Hampshire police have now released CCTV images of 17 people they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the incidents .
They are appealing to the public to identify the people in these images as we believe they can help with their investigations .
Detective Chief Inspector John McGonigle said : “ We knew the majority of fans wanted to enjoy this match without having to worry about any trouble .
“ Sadly , we had to prepare for the potential that a minority would try and ruin it for everyone else and this is what happened in Goldsmith Avenue after the game .
“ There were a large number @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time who will have no doubt seen others throwing items at our officers and other fans .
“ We need to hear from you because we need to work together to ensure these people are held responsible for their actions so that they can not put the safety of others at risk again at future matches .
They can not be allowed to ruin the reputation of the genuine fans who simply went to enjoy the game.
” He added : “ We continue to work closely with both football clubs to prevent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not be tolerated at matches .
“ If you are found to be committing an offence , we will actively seek the appropriate prosecution .
You could also find yourself facing further sanctions from the club .
“ If you think you know any of those pictured or if you have any information that can help with our investigation , then please get in touch.
” Anyone with information is urged to call the police on 101 , quoting Operation Net , or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

It comes following the largest ever police operation during a Hampshire football match.
The much-anticipated Carabao Cup game between Southampton and Portsmouth on September 24 saw fans clashing in the streets outside Fratton Park.
Despite riot police forming a wall to keep fans apart, some still caused chaos and disorder by hurling coins, bottles, stones and smoke grenades at each other.
Police received reports of items launched at officers and fans in Goldsmith Avenue.
Meanwhile, in the Lower North stand of the stadium a bottle was thrown shortly after the final whistle.
During the mayhem, a man was arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty after punching a police horse.
A video shared on social media showed a man punching the animal before being chased by the mounted policeman and then being detained.
The match, which saw Premier League Southampton beat League One Portsmouth 0-4, was the first between the two rivals in seven years.
Hampshire Police confirmed that five men were arrested during the evening.
A 52-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty and attempted criminal damage however was released under investigation.
A 40-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a pyrotechnic.
An 18-year-old man and a 19-year-old man were given a conditional caution for a public order offence and a 20-year-old arrested on suspicion of a public order offence was later released with no further action taken.
The police report to have worked closely together with both clubs to ensure a safe match for all those attending, as well as those living and working close to Fratton Park.
Adding that their priority was to keep people safe and “fortunately, as a result of their careful planning, their policing operation achieved this”.
According to police, there were “regrettably” a small number of people who were intent on trying to cause disorder as fans left the stadium.
Since the match last year officers have been analysing CCTV and footage from body-cameras to investigate the exact circumstances of what happened.
They want to hold any trouble-makers accountable for their actions.
Hampshire police have now released CCTV images of 17 people they would like to speak to in connection with the incidents.
They are appealing to the public to identify the people in these images as we believe they can help with their investigations.
Detective Chief Inspector John McGonigle said: “We knew the majority of fans wanted to enjoy this match without having to worry about any trouble.
“Sadly, we had to prepare for the potential that a minority would try and ruin it for everyone else and this is what happened in Goldsmith Avenue after the game.
“There were a large number of people in this area at the time who will have no doubt seen others throwing items at our officers and other fans.
“We need to hear from you because we need to work together to ensure these people are held responsible for their actions so that they cannot put the safety of others at risk again at future matches. They cannot be allowed to ruin the reputation of the genuine fans who simply went to enjoy the game.”
He added: “We continue to work closely with both football clubs to prevent violent or aggressive behaviour
which simply will not be tolerated at matches.
“If you are found to be committing an offence, we will actively seek the appropriate prosecution. You could also find yourself facing further sanctions from the club.
“If you think you know any of those pictured or if you have any information that can help with our investigation, then please get in touch.”
Anyone with information is urged to call the police on 101, quoting Operation Net, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-01-09--Scammers target "vulnerable" man charging him hundreds of pounds

SCAMMERS in Romsey have targeted a “ vulnerable ” man , charging him for hundreds of pounds .
A Romsey man , who has been described as vulnerable , was targeted by three males who turned up at his address and claimed to be at his house to trim down his trees .
The men then charged £350 for the work that did not take place .
The group were then challenged by a family member of the vulnerable male and an argument erupted .
Police say that during the argument that followed , the family member of the victim @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this point , the males got into an awaiting white transit Van before speeding off from the victims address .
No money was handed over .
It took place on New Road in Romsey on Monday , January 6 .
A police spokesperson said : “ If you have any information about this incident then please contact police on 101 and quote the following reference number : 44200006272.
” Police have issued the following advice for people knocking on the door ; • Not to buy from the door • If you are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , don ’ t open it • Keep your doors locked and windows secure at all times • If you suspect a bogus caller has visited you , even if you didn ’ t let them in , call the police straight away • Always use the door chain when answering the door This comes as a scammer has been knocking on doors across a Test Valley village , claiming to be selling garden furniture .

A Romsey man, who has been described as vulnerable, was targeted by three males who turned up at his address and claimed to be at his house to trim down his trees.
The men then charged £350 for the work that did not take place.
The group were then challenged by a family member of the vulnerable male and an argument erupted.
Police say that during the argument that followed, the family member of the victim threatened to call the police and at this point, the males got into an awaiting white transit Van before speeding off from the victims address.
No money was handed over.
It took place on New Road in Romsey on Monday, January 6.
A police spokesperson said: “If you have any information about this incident then please contact police on 101 and quote the following reference number: 44200006272.”
Police have issued the following advice for people knocking on the door;
Not to buy from the door
If you are not sure who is at the door, don’t open it
Keep your doors locked and windows secure at all times
If you suspect a bogus caller has visited you, even if you didn’t let them in, call the police straight away
Always use the door chain when answering the door
This comes as a scammer has been knocking on doors across a Test Valley village, claiming to be selling garden furniture.


thedailyecho--2020-01-09--Moxy Southampton hotel is now open

Moxy Southampton hotel is now open

A NEW hotel with more than 200 rooms is now open in Southampton .
Marriott International ’ s experiential hotel brand has announced the opening of the 208-bedroom Moxy Southampton , the eighth Moxy Hotel in the UK .
Located at the West Quay Shopping Centre and near the marina , Moxy Southampton is within walking distance of the centre of the city .
The social lobby features industrial chic interiors mixed with nautical themed décor paying homage to the local neighbourhood .
Guests are greeted by the hotel staff and are given a complimentary Moxy cocktail at check-in to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can also look out for Moxy ‘ Hookups ’ , creative , social perks gifted randomly to guests daily John Licence , vice president , premium and select brands for Marriott International Europe , said : “ We ’ re thrilled to welcome Moxy Southampton into our growing UK portfolio , and bring the renowned Moxy spirit to the city .
`` Southampton ’ s flair and creativity pairs perfectly with our Moxy guests who are always on the lookout for fun experiences.
” The property features 208 bedrooms with four guest room @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Peak Sleepers with extra amenities and Family Rooms .
Bathrooms come with Muk toiletries and travellers will be well connected with USB outlets and fast free Wi-Fi .
The hotel has a 24/7 self-service food and beverage concept which gives guests access to what they want , whenever they want it .
The Moxy dining area offers lots of options including fresh flatbreads and folds , paninis and a range of healthy alternatives from salad to antipasti .
A variety of beverages include cocktails , craft beers and speciality wines , along @ @ @ @ @ @ @ members of Marriott Bonvoy Rewards loyalty programme will get exclusive access to even more digital features through the Marriott Bonvoy Mobile app when they book direct .
Marriott Bonvoy members will also earn points for their stay at Moxy Hotels and can redeem for hotel stays across the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio of brands .

Marriott International’s experiential hotel brand has announced the opening of the 208-bedroom Moxy Southampton, the eighth Moxy Hotel in the UK.
Located at the Westquay Shopping Centre and near the marina, Moxy Southampton is within walking distance of the centre of the city.
The social lobby features industrial chic interiors mixed with nautical themed décor paying homage to the local neighbourhood.
Guests are greeted by the hotel staff and are given a complimentary Moxy cocktail at check-in to start their stay in style.
Travellers can also look out for Moxy ‘Hookups’, creative, social perks gifted randomly to guests daily
John Licence, vice president, premium and select brands for Marriott International Europe, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome Moxy Southampton into our growing UK portfolio, and bring the renowned Moxy spirit to the city.
"Southampton’s flair and creativity pairs perfectly with our Moxy guests who are always on the lookout for fun experiences.”
The property features 208 bedrooms with four guest room styles including Moxy Sleepers, twin rooms, Peak Sleepers with extra amenities and Family Rooms.
Bathrooms come with Muk toiletries and travellers will be well connected with USB outlets and fast free Wi-Fi.
The hotel has a 24/7 self-service food and beverage concept which gives guests access to what they want, whenever they want it.
The Moxy dining area offers lots of options including fresh flatbreads and folds, paninis and a range of healthy alternatives from salad to antipasti.
A variety of beverages include cocktails, craft beers and speciality wines, along with fresh juices.
Guests who are members of Marriott Bonvoy Rewards loyalty programme will get exclusive access to even more digital features through the Marriott Bonvoy Mobile app when they book direct.
Benefits include mobile check-in and check-out, keyless entry and Mobile Requests.
Marriott Bonvoy members will also earn points for their stay at Moxy Hotels and can redeem for hotel stays across the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio of brands.