thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Crash on the A31 causing delays of up to 30 minutes

A CRASH on the A31 is causing delays of up to 30 minutes this morning .
The crash is on @ @ @ @ @ Hill .
One lane is blocked and drivers are being warned of delays of around @ @ @

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thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Former police officer is back behind bars for breaching order

A FORMER police officer who was jailed after he was caught with indecent images of children has been thrown back behind bars after he was caught using a laptop .
David Pamment was jailed for eight months in March last year after he was caught with 31 indecent images of children .
The 55-year-old was also made the subject of a sexual harm prevention order , banning him from using a laptop without telling the authorities .
But when officers attended his Eastleigh home after his release they found a laptop – which had not been registered with police .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ police officer for the Ministry of Defence , has been jailed again after admitting one count of breaching his sexual harm prevention order .
Southampton Crown Court heard how police originally visited Pamment ’ s home , in Charlie Soar Court , on February 11 , 2018 .
When they examined his electronic devices , they found a total of 31 indecent images , including 17 category A images , 12 category B and two category C. Pamment pleaded guilty to three counts of making indecent images of a child and was jailed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Prosecutor Jane Terry said that Pamment was released in July last year , after serving half of his sentence .
She said Pamment was twice taken through the terms of his sexual harm prevention order , which included a requirement to register an internet enabled computer within three days of purchase .
But the court heard that during an unannounced visit to his property on October 4 , police discovered a laptop in his living room .
Pamment was sentenced to nine months in prison .
His 10 year sexual harm prevention order @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

David Pamment was jailed for eight months in March last year after he was caught with 31 indecent images of children.
The 55-year-old was also made the subject of a sexual harm prevention order, banning him from using a laptop without telling the authorities.
But when officers attended his Eastleigh home after his release they found a laptop – which had not been registered with police.
Now Pamment, who worked as a police officer for the Ministry of Defence, has been jailed again after admitting one count of breaching his sexual harm prevention order.
Southampton Crown Court heard how police originally visited Pamment’s home, in Charlie Soar Court, on February 11, 2018.
When they examined his electronic devices, they found a total of 31 indecent images, including 17 category A images, 12 category B and two category C.
Pamment pleaded guilty to three counts of making indecent images of a child and was jailed for a total of eight months.
Prosecutor Jane Terry said that Pamment was released in July last year, after serving half of his sentence.
She said Pamment was twice taken through the terms of his sexual harm prevention order, which included a requirement to register an internet enabled computer within three days of purchase.
But the court heard that during an unannounced visit to his property on October 4, police discovered a laptop in his living room.
Pamment was sentenced to nine months in prison.
His 10 year sexual harm prevention order and 10 year notification requirements will continue.


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Rail services now fully resumed almost one month after Eastleigh train derailment

SERVICES have now fully resumed following the train derailment at Eastleigh Station almost a month ago .
This comes after six 52-tonne wagons derailed from the track on January 28 due to an `` infrastructure fault '' , which caused the line between Southampton and Basingstoke to be blocked .
While temporary track was built to allow some services to resume , many trains from London Waterloo were unable to stop at Eastleigh , following the incident .
As previously reported , all Network Rail services between Southampton and Winchester were cancelled this weekend , while workers replaced the damaged @ @ @ @ @ @ @ route director for Network Rail Wessex , said : `` I am sorry to passengers who have experienced disruption to services over the last few weeks .
`` Given that many trains from London Waterloo are currently unable to call at Eastleigh following the derailment , we needed to find a solution to replace the damaged points as soon as possible . ''
Work took place on February 22 and February 23 , and services fully resumed this morning .
The derailment caused significant damage to the tracks at Eastleigh Station , which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ region , as they faced long delays and cancellations for almost a month .
As previously stated by Network Rail , the incident was caused by an infrastructure fault after a small number of fastenings gave way .
This led to track spread , meaning the two rails impacted were no longer the correct distance apart .
Since the incident , Network Rail has carried out `` enhanced precautionary '' inspections of all similar fastenings across the Wessex route , with no additional areas of concern identified through this work .
While services @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is still expected in certain parts of the region due to the landslide on the train route between Romsey and Salisbury on February 18 .
It is expected that it will take up to two months to repair the railway , meaning replacement busses are being run between Salisbury and Southampton , vie Redbridge and Millbrook .

This comes after six 52-tonne wagons derailed from the track on January 28 due to an "infrastructure fault", which caused the line between Southampton and Basingstoke to be blocked.
While temporary track was built to allow some services to resume, many trains from London Waterloo were unable to stop at Eastleigh, following the incident.
As previously reported, all Network Rail services between Southampton and Winchester were cancelled this weekend, while workers replaced the damaged sets of points.
Mark Killick, route director for Network Rail Wessex, said: "I am sorry to passengers who have experienced disruption to services over the last few weeks.
"Given that many trains from London Waterloo are currently unable to call at Eastleigh following the derailment, we needed to find a solution to replace the damaged points as soon as possible."
Work took place on February 22 and February 23, and services fully resumed this morning.
The derailment caused significant damage to the tracks at Eastleigh Station, which caused travel chaos for passengers across the region, as they faced long delays and cancellations for almost a month.
As previously stated by Network Rail, the incident was caused by an infrastructure fault after a small number of fastenings gave way.
This led to track spread, meaning the two rails impacted were no longer the correct distance apart.
Since the incident, Network Rail has carried out "enhanced precautionary" inspections of all similar fastenings across the Wessex route, with no additional areas of concern identified through this work.
While services have resumed at Eastleigh Station, disruption is still expected in certain parts of the region due to the landslide on the train route between Romsey and Salisbury on February 18.
It is expected that it will take up to two months to repair the railway, meaning replacement busses are being run between Salisbury and Southampton, vie Redbridge and Millbrook.


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Hampshire man guilty of being four times the drink-drive limit

A HAMPSHIRE man was caught more than four times the alcohol limit for being in charge of a vehicle .
@ @ @ @ @ , was approached by police while in charge of a Ford KA in Chandler ’ @ @ @ @ @ last year .
When tested by officers , he had 376 milligrammes of alcohol in @ @ @ @ @ The legal limit for blood is 80 milligrammes of alcohol – meaning he was 4.7 @ @ @ @ @ Appearing at Southampton Magistrates ’ Court , Batchelor , of Burley Close , Chandler ’ @ @ @ @ @ over the alcohol limit while in charge of a vehicle .
But he was found @ @ @ @ @ a trial at the same court .
Magistrates banned Batchelor from driving for 12 months @ @ @ @ @ of an 18 month community order , including 100 hours of unpaid work .
Batchelor @ @ @ @ @ court costs of £110 and a victim surcharge of £90 .

Mark Philip Batchelor, 34, was approached by police while in charge of a Ford KA in Chandler’s Ford on May 28 last year.
When tested by officers, he had 376 milligrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood.
The legal limit for blood is 80 milligrammes of alcohol – meaning he was 4.7 times the legal limit.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates’ Court, Batchelor, of Burley Close, Chandler’s Ford, denied being over the alcohol limit while in charge of a vehicle.
But he was found guilty of the offence following a trial at the same court.
Magistrates banned Batchelor from driving for 12 months and made him the subject of an 18 month community order, including 100 hours of unpaid work.
Batchelor was also ordered to pay court costs of £110 and a victim surcharge of £90.


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Romsey residents call for more police officers on the streets

COMMUNITY leaders and residents are calling for Hampshire Police to step up patrols in the centre of a town in a bid to tackle crime .
Officers from Romsey ’ s Neighbourhood Policing Team revealed a number of searches and extra patrols were carried out in the Tavistock Close area after they were alerted to drugs being used this month .
Now residents are urging for there to be a stronger police presence in Romsey to stop drug use and anti-social behaviour from getting “ out of control ” .
Cllr Dorothy Baverstock , who represents Romsey Cupernham on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have been going on and on about the lack of police in Romsey for over two years now .
“ I believe in having community police and local people want to know who their police officer is , because we have had robberies , anti-social behaviour and the War Horse has been damaged .
“ We have had all sorts happening and I just think it is time the government wake up to the fact that they do have to put more resources into policing , because if they do not then it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” Cllr Mark Cooper , who represents Romsey Tadburn on the borough council , said : “ I think the problem is that Romsey has a reputation for being a safe place and there are not many police officers around ; people who misbehave tend to come up to Romsey .
“ Any increase in patrols by the police is really appropriate , as people are always reassured by seeing police on their streets .
“ There has always been little areas in Romsey where there have been problems , like the bus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them , but then these people move to a new location.
” He added : “ Recently , there has been a lot of issues in our War Memorial Park and it does need some police attention .
“ We must keep on top of it , because people who pay for their taxes and police precepts will get upset by it otherwise.
” A spokesperson from Hampshire Constabulary said : “ Officers in Romsey ’ s Neighbourhood Policing Team work tirelessly to tackle offenders in the town and protect the public .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ places in the force area , but we know the effect crime can have on our community .
“ The team , based in Romsey , will continue to do all it can , including working with partners , to reduce offending and keep people safe .
”

Officers from Romsey’s Neighbourhood Policing Team revealed a number of searches and extra patrols were carried out in the Tavistock Close area after they were alerted to drugs being used this month.
Now residents are urging for there to be a stronger police presence in Romsey to stop drug use and anti-social behaviour from getting “out of control”.
Cllr Dorothy Baverstock, who represents Romsey Cupernham on the borough council, said: “I have been going on and on about the lack of police in Romsey for over two years now.
“I believe in having community police and local people want to know who their police officer is, because we have had robberies, anti-social behaviour and the War Horse has been damaged.
“We have had all sorts happening and I just think it is time the government wake up to the fact that they do have to put more resources into policing, because if they do not then it is going to get out of control.”
Cllr Mark Cooper, who represents Romsey Tadburn on the borough council, said: “I think the problem is that Romsey has a reputation for being a safe place and there are not many police officers around; people who misbehave tend to come up to Romsey.
“Any increase in patrols by the police is really appropriate, as people are always reassured by seeing police on their streets.
“There has always been little areas in Romsey where there have been problems, like the bus station, and police will focus on them, but then these people move to a new location.”
He added: “Recently, there has been a lot of issues in our War Memorial Park and it does need some police attention.
“We must keep on top of it, because people who pay for their taxes and police precepts will get upset by it otherwise.”
A spokesperson from Hampshire Constabulary said: “Officers in Romsey’s Neighbourhood Policing Team work tirelessly to tackle offenders in the town and protect the public.
“Romsey remains one of the safest places in the force area, but we know the effect crime can have on our community.
“The team, based in Romsey, will continue to do all it can, including working with partners, to reduce offending and keep people safe.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Crufts top dog honour in sight for Southampton golden retriever

A SOUTHAMPTON therapy dog and his handler who support young patients at Southampton Children ’ s Hospital are in the running for a prestigious award at this year ’ s Crufts event .
Eight-year-old golden retriever Leo and owner Lyndsey Uglow are shortlisted in the Friends for Life competition in the children ’ s champion category with the winner to be decided by a public vote .
Leo has been visiting adults and children on the wards since 2012 , starting as a Pets as Therapy ( PAT ) representative through the voluntary services team at University Hospital Southampton NHS @ @ @ @ @ @ @ awards and was invited to represent PAT at the House of Lords and featured on Channel 4 ’ s Supervet Summer in the Field with Professor Noel Fitzpatrick .
He is now part of the animal assisted intervention ( AAI ) team led by Lyndsey at Southampton Children ’ s Hospital who visit children to help create positive memories of the healthcare environment to reduce anxiety among those waiting for tests , investigations , examinations and surgery .
The team has made a library of images to show children some of the routine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well as innovative videos ‘ Leo goes to X-ray ’ and ‘ Leo goes to theatre ’ .
The award celebrates the unique relationship people have with their dogs and Leo ’ s category recognises a dog that has supported and had a positive impact on a child .
They face competition from pooches in four other categories – rescue dog , best friends , working dog and hero support dog – with the winner 's chosen charity receiving £5,000 from The Kennel Club Charitable Trust and the other finalists receiving £1,000 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ College of Nursing for its Working with Dogs in Healthcare Settings protocol with national guidelines published in May 2018 .
She also led a pioneering study into the use of AAI at Southampton Children ’ s Hospital with the results published in the British Journal of Nursing last April .
“ I would just like to say a huge thank you to the teams and individuals who nominated us , it is a real honour , ” said Lyndsey .
“ Most of all , thanks to the parents and patients who have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the human-animal bond during their healthcare journey.
” The event , which will be covered by Channel 4 , runs from 5 to 8 March at The NEC Birmingham and the Friends for Life winner will be announced at 5.20pm on the final day in the main arena .

Eight-year-old golden retriever Leo and owner Lyndsey Uglow are shortlisted in the Friends for Life competition in the children’s champion category with the winner to be decided by a public vote.
Leo has been visiting adults and children on the wards since 2012, starting as a Pets as Therapy (PAT) representative through the voluntary services team at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.
Leo has received numerous awards and was invited to represent PAT at the House of Lords and featured on Channel 4’s Supervet Summer in the Field with Professor Noel Fitzpatrick.
He is now part of the animal assisted intervention (AAI) team led by Lyndsey at Southampton Children’s Hospital who visit children to help create positive memories of the healthcare environment to reduce anxiety among those waiting for tests, investigations, examinations and surgery.
The team has made a library of images to show children some of the routine tests patients undergo in hospital, as well as innovative videos ‘Leo goes to X-ray’ and ‘Leo goes to theatre’.
The award celebrates the unique relationship people have with their dogs and Leo’s category recognises a dog that has supported and had a positive impact on a child.
They face competition from pooches in four other categories – rescue dog, best friends, working dog and hero support dog – with the winner's chosen charity receiving £5,000 from The Kennel Club Charitable Trust and the other finalists receiving £1,000.
Lyndsey was AAI adviser to the Royal College of Nursing for its Working with Dogs in Healthcare Settings protocol with national guidelines published in May 2018.
She also led a pioneering study into the use of AAI at Southampton Children’s Hospital with the results published in the British Journal of Nursing last April.
“I would just like to say a huge thank you to the teams and individuals who nominated us, it is a real honour,” said Lyndsey.
“Most of all, thanks to the parents and patients who have allowed us to share the special moments of the human-animal bond during their healthcare journey.”
The event, which will be covered by Channel 4, runs from 5 to 8 March at The NEC Birmingham and the Friends for Life winner will be announced at 5.20pm on the final day in the main arena.


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Woman caught speeding spared driving ban after M27 offence

A SOUTHAMPTON woman caught speeding through the M27 temporary speed limit zone has been spared a driving ban , because @ @ @ @ @ of her ill wife .
Lisa Chappell , 49 , was caught speeding at 61mph @ @ @ @ @ on the M27 near Eastleigh on June 28 .
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates ' Court @ @ @ @ @ Road , Southampton , pleaded guilty to one count of speeding through the single justice @ @ @ @ @ spared a driving ban , through the totting up procedure , because of the impact @ @ @ @ @ The court heard that Chappell 's wife was reliant on the defendant financially and to @ @ @ @ @ 's appointments .
Instead , Chappell 's driving licence was endorsed with three points , @ @ @ @ @ ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £30 .

Lisa Chappell, 49, was caught speeding at 61mph through the temporary 50mph zone on the M27 near Eastleigh on June 28.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, Chappell, of Warburton Road, Southampton, pleaded guilty to one count of speeding through the single justice procedure.
But Chappell was spared a driving ban, through the totting up procedure, because of the impact on her sick wife.
The court heard that Chappell's wife was reliant on the defendant financially and to take her to regular doctor's appointments.
Instead, Chappell's driving licence was endorsed with three points, she was fined £115, ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £30.


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--IN THE COURTS: 13 people who have appeared at Southampton Magistrates' Court

NORI SAFI , 24 , of no fixed address .
Pleaded guilty to drink-driving .
Also pleaded guilty to driving without a licence and without insurance .
Disqualified from driving for 18 months .
Also fined £50 and ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £32 .
ANDREA JEANETTE ORAK , 60 , of Chessel Avenue , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to drink-driving .
Disqualified from driving for 24 months .
Also given a community order for one year , including 20 days of rehabilitation activity requirement .
Also fined £150 , ordered to pay court costs of £85 and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ JAMES LYNCH , 39 , of Maybush Road , Maybush .
Admitted breaching requirements of community order by failing to attend unpaid work induction and office appointments .
RYAN PATRICK LACEY , 20 , of Arundel Road , Totton .
Admitted breaching requirements of community order by failing to attend unpaid work .
Community order varied to include 10 extra unpaid work days .
AARON CHRISTOPHER GIBSON PREECE , 34 , of York Close , Southampton .
Admitted breaching requirements of community order by failing to attend office appointments .
New community order @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Also ordered to pay costs of £60 .
NICHOLAS FREDERICK GEORGE CROOME , 33 , of HMP Winchester .
Pleaded guilty to three counts of theft and using threatening or abusive words or behaviour .
Jailed for six weeks and ordered to pay compensation of £100 .
DAVID PRATT , 36 , of Southampton Road , Eastleigh .
Pleaded guilty to three counts of bank card fraud and one count of possession of cannabis .
Community order made for two years , including a six month drug rehabilitation programme and an electronically @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Also ordered to attend the thinking skills programme for 19 days .
Also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £90 .
WAHEED SAFI , 19 , of Cranbury Avenue , Southampton .
Pleaded not guilty but found guilty in absence of driving without insurance .
Disqualified from driving for 12 months .
Fined £660 and ordered to pay court costs of £620 .
MARK PETER BRYAN , 57 , of Mallards Road , Bursledon .
Found guilty of causing harassment by using threatening or abusive words or behaviour and pleaded guilty to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a suspended sentence .
Committed to prison for a total of 18 weeks .
Also ordered to pay court costs of £300 and a victim surcharge of £122 .
Restraining order made for 18 months .
SORINEL SEBASTIAN BOGDAN , 25 , of Athena Close , Peterborough .
Pleaded guilty to theft and failing to surrender to custody .
Conditional discharge for six months .
Also ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £15 .
LEE SYLVESTER ROBERT GREGORY , 32 , of Streatham Road , Shirley .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Conditional discharge for 12 months .
Also ordered to pay compensation of £150 , a victim surcharge of £20 and court costs of £85 .
ASHTON FAIRCLOUGH , 31 , of Paynes Road , Shirley , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to stealing meat to the value of £60 from Lidl on September 15 , and to stealing meat to the value of £55 from Lidl on September 26 .
Discharged conditionally for six months .
Ordered to pay £21 victim surcharge and £40 court costs .
DAVID MBINDYO KITIVO , 33 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guilty to drink driving .
Disqualified from driving for 12 months and fined £750 .
Ordered to pay £75 victim surcharge and £200 court costs .

ANDREA JEANETTE ORAK, 60, of Chessel Avenue, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to drink-driving. Disqualified from driving for 24 months. Also given a community order for one year, including 20 days of rehabilitation activity requirement. Also fined £150, ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £90.
SEAN JAMES LYNCH, 39, of Maybush Road, Maybush. Admitted breaching requirements of community order by failing to attend unpaid work induction and office appointments.
RYAN PATRICK LACEY, 20, of Arundel Road, Totton. Admitted breaching requirements of community order by failing to attend unpaid work. Community order varied to include 10 extra unpaid work days.
AARON CHRISTOPHER GIBSON PREECE, 34, of York Close, Southampton. Admitted breaching requirements of community order by failing to attend office appointments. New community order made including four week electronically monitored curfew. Also ordered to pay costs of £60.
NICHOLAS FREDERICK GEORGE CROOME, 33, of HMP Winchester. Pleaded guilty to three counts of theft and using threatening or abusive words or behaviour. Jailed for six weeks and ordered to pay compensation of £100.
DAVID PRATT, 36, of Southampton Road, Eastleigh. Pleaded guilty to three counts of bank card fraud and one count of possession of cannabis. Community order made for two years, including a six month drug rehabilitation programme and an electronically monitored whereabouts requirement for six months. Also ordered to attend the thinking skills programme for 19 days. Also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £90.
WAHEED SAFI, 19, of Cranbury Avenue, Southampton. Pleaded not guilty but found guilty in absence of driving without insurance. Disqualified from driving for 12 months. Fined £660 and ordered to pay court costs of £620.
MARK PETER BRYAN, 57, of Mallards Road, Bursledon. Found guilty of causing harassment by using threatening or abusive words or behaviour and pleaded guilty to committing an offence during the period of a suspended sentence. Committed to prison for a total of 18 weeks. Also ordered to pay court costs of £300 and a victim surcharge of £122. Restraining order made for 18 months.
SORINEL SEBASTIAN BOGDAN, 25, of Athena Close, Peterborough. Pleaded guilty to theft and failing to surrender to custody. Conditional discharge for six months. Also ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £15.
LEE SYLVESTER ROBERT GREGORY, 32, of Streatham Road, Shirley. Pleaded guilty to assaulting a police officer. Conditional discharge for 12 months. Also ordered to pay compensation of £150, a victim surcharge of £20 and court costs of £85.
ASHTON FAIRCLOUGH, 31, of Paynes Road, Shirley, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to stealing meat to the value of £60 from Lidl on September 15, and to stealing meat to the value of £55 from Lidl on September 26. Discharged conditionally for six months. Ordered to pay £21 victim surcharge and £40 court costs.
DAVID MBINDYO KITIVO, 33, of Kilnyard Close, Totton. Pleaded guilty to drink driving. Disqualified from driving for 12 months and fined £750. Ordered to pay £75 victim surcharge and £200 court costs.


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--ARCHIVE PIC OF THE DAY: Can you help solve the mystery of the cameraman?

THE arrival of cine cameraman in a Southampton street getting more than 100 years ago caused quite a stir with @ @ @ @ @ in the road to see what was taking place .
The photograph , believed to @ @ @ @ @ beginning of the First World War and now in the Daily Echo archive , is @ @ @ @ @ as there is no information about who the cameraman was , what he was filming @ @ @ @ @ was in .
If anyone can shine a light on any of these questions please @ @ @ @

The photograph, believed to have been taken around the beginning of the First World War and now in the Daily Echo archive, is a bit of a mystery as there is no information about who the cameraman was, what he was filming or even which road he was in.
If anyone can shine a light on any of these questions please get on contact.


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Urine test from Southampton hospital can be alternative blood tests

A URINE test has been developed at University Hospital Southampton as a quick and low-cost alternative to blood tests to monitor inflammation .
According to experts , increased levels of inflammation are the result of the body 's immune response to infections or disease , while infections may worsen symptoms or progression of disease over time in many conditions .
These range from heart disease , dementia and cancer , to hearing loss , frailty and arthritis and , currently , inflammation is monitored through the use of blood tests .
But now , a research team led by Dr @ @ @ @ @ @ @ experimental neurology at the University of Southampton and consultant neurologist at UHS , has now developed a urine test which could provide a non-invasive , quick and low-cost alternative .
“ Tracking systemic inflammation is important when assessing disease activity or response to treatment in inflammatory diseases and this is currently performed through blood tests , ” explained Dr Galea .
`` However , we have demonstrated that this urine test for neopterin , a final product of inflammation which is excreted into the urine , is accurate and can deliver results quickly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It was developed by PhD student Charlotte Stuart , a postgraduate researcher in clinical and experimental neurosciences , who said it was `` particularly attractive '' as it can assess inflammatory activity over a longer period .
She said : `` This test is a particularly attractive option because it is non-invasive and quick , cost-effective and it integrates inflammatory activity over a longer period compared with a blood sample .
`` In addition , the low protein level in urine means there is less interference which would otherwise make analysis more difficult.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ including young healthy individuals with infections , older people with higher levels of inflammation and people with multiple sclerosis .
Dr Galea added : “ The method was tested for its measurement properties and results show that this is an excellent way to track inflammation in both healthy individuals and people with multiple sclerosis .
“ Further work is now needed in other inflammatory disorders , such as those affecting gut and joints , or in diseases like dementia where systemic infection or inflammation makes the condition worse , to assess its usefulness @ @ @ @ @

According to experts, increased levels of inflammation are the result of the body's immune response to infections or disease, while infections may worsen symptoms or progression of disease over time in many conditions.
These range from heart disease, dementia and cancer, to hearing loss, frailty and arthritis and, currently, inflammation is monitored through the use of blood tests.
But now, a research team led by Dr Ian Galea, an associate professor in experimental neurology at the University of Southampton and consultant neurologist at UHS, has now developed a urine test which could provide a non-invasive, quick and low-cost alternative.
“Tracking systemic inflammation is important when assessing disease activity or response to treatment in inflammatory diseases and this is currently performed through blood tests,” explained Dr Galea.
"However, we have demonstrated that this urine test for neopterin, a final product of inflammation which is excreted into the urine, is accurate and can deliver results quickly and at a lower cost."
It was developed by PhD student Charlotte Stuart, a postgraduate researcher in clinical and experimental neurosciences, who said it was "particularly attractive" as it can assess inflammatory activity over a longer period.
She said: "This test is a particularly attractive option because it is non-invasive and quick, cost-effective and it integrates inflammatory activity over a longer period compared with a blood sample.
"In addition, the low protein level in urine means there is less interference which would otherwise make analysis more difficult.”
The test was trialled in groups including young healthy individuals with infections, older people with higher levels of inflammation and people with multiple sclerosis.
Dr Galea added: “The method was tested for its measurement properties and results show that this is an excellent way to track inflammation in both healthy individuals and people with multiple sclerosis.
“Further work is now needed in other inflammatory disorders, such as those affecting gut and joints, or in diseases like dementia where systemic infection or inflammation makes the condition worse, to assess its usefulness in these contexts.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Allbrook Parish Council residents urged to report fly-tipping

ALLBROOK residents are being urged to report fly-tipping following a spate of incidents across the parish .
The parish council @ @ @ @ @ get rid of rubbish with registered waste carriers .
And , to make sure they @ @ @ @ @ which says where the rubbish is being taken from and to .
The council warns @ @ @ @ @ prices '' is unlikely to be able to provide evidence of his registered status or @ @ @ @ @ who witnesses fly-tipping should note the vehicle registration and report it to the borough council @ @ @ @ @

The parish council is advising residents to only get rid of rubbish with registered waste carriers.
And, to make sure they provide a waste transfer note which says where the rubbish is being taken from and to.
The council warns that anyone offering "cut prices" is unlikely to be able to provide evidence of his registered status or a transfer note.
Anyone who witnesses fly-tipping should note the vehicle registration and report it to the borough council on 023 8068 8000.


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Couple's brand of alcohol-free cocktails attracting attention

A BRAND of alcohol-free cocktails devised by a husband-and-wife team in the New Forest has already caught the eye of supermarkets and pub companies .
Highball Cocktails was created by Red and Kate Johnson , who commissioned extensive research before launching the product .
Kate has worked for almost 20 years in brand-building and innovation .
After having children , she found it was hard to find alcohol-free drinks that were not laden with sugar .
Red grew up in the alcohol sector , with a wine writer as a father , a distiller as a grandfather and a brewer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the British Bottle Company six years ago to link independent British brands with export markets .
“ We had always thought of getting our own brand but it took a little work to think about what would be appropriate for us , ” said Red .
“ We didn ’ t want to create a gin that would compete with other gins we were trying to sell on behalf of other people .
Their vegan-friendly range consists of six drinks : a classic G & T , pink G & T , Italian @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dram .
The products are available and at local venues including Solent Cellars in Lymington , Fairweathers in Beaulieu and Bay Leaves Larder in Chandler ’ s Ford , and have already impressed larger businesses .
“ The response has been extraordinary .
We ’ ve had supermarkets ringing us up , we ’ ve had pretty interesting discussions with quite a few of the national pub companies , ” said Red .
He said the main competitors currently were the several brands of non-alcoholic G & T .
“ We tried their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
We thought we could probably do this better , ” he said .
“ Quite a few companies were doing non-alcoholic G & T but there were none that were doing the full spread of cocktails we ’ re doing.
” The couple were aware of the increasing number of young people avoiding alcohol but their research also found a demand among older generations .
“ There are the people in their 20s not drinking at all or drinking less than the previous generation , but when you also look at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their 40s , 50s , 60s that are also dramatically cutting back , ” he said .
“ At the same time as non-alcoholic category has accelerated , so has the ‘ ready to drink ’ form .
We ’ re a part of both of those movements , ” he added .
The business has avoided using the commonly used term “ mocktail ” as Red said “ alcohol-free cocktail ” was a more “ premium ” description .
But he said they might have to use “ mocktail ” for search @ @ @ @ @ @ @ moved and Kate , 43 , moved to the New Forest a decade ago , having had a boat on the Beaulieu River further back .
They live in the New Forest with their children , aged five and eight .
Their business , on the Exbury estate , currently employs three full-time staff , with the product bottled in the West Midlands .

Highball Cocktails was created by Red and Kate Johnson, who commissioned extensive research before launching the product.
Kate has worked for almost 20 years in brand-building and innovation. After having children, she found it was hard to find alcohol-free drinks that were not laden with sugar.
Red grew up in the alcohol sector, with a wine writer as a father, a distiller as a grandfather and a brewer as an uncle. He set up the British Bottle Company six years ago to link independent British brands with export markets.
“We had always thought of getting our own brand but it took a little work to think about what would be appropriate for us,” said Red.
“We didn’t want to create a gin that would compete with other gins we were trying to sell on behalf of other people.
“We thought, nobody’s doing a range of high quality, non-alcoholic, pre-mixed cocktails.”
Their vegan-friendly range consists of six drinks: a classic G&T, pink G&T, Italian spritz, mojito, cosmopolitan and ginger dram.
The products are available and at local venues including Solent Cellars in Lymington, Fairweathers in Beaulieu and Bay Leaves Larder in Chandler’s Ford, and have already impressed larger businesses.
“The response has been extraordinary. We’ve had supermarkets ringing us up, we’ve had pretty interesting discussions with quite a few of the national pub companies,” said Red.
He said the main competitors currently were the several brands of non-alcoholic G&T. “We tried their products and weren’t that impressed. We thought we could probably do this better,” he said.
“Quite a few companies were doing non-alcoholic G&T but there were none that were doing the full spread of cocktails we’re doing.”
The couple were aware of the increasing number of young people avoiding alcohol but their research also found a demand among older generations.
“There are the people in their 20s not drinking at all or drinking less than the previous generation, but when you also look at the raw data, there are people in their 40s, 50s, 60s that are also dramatically cutting back,” he said.
“At the same time as non-alcoholic category has accelerated, so has the ‘ready to drink’ form. We’re a part of both of those movements,” he added.
The business has avoided using the commonly used term “mocktail” as Red said “alcohol-free cocktail” was a more “premium” description. But he said they might have to use “mocktail” for search engine purposes.
Red, 49, moved and Kate, 43, moved to the New Forest a decade ago, having had a boat on the Beaulieu River further back. They live in the New Forest with their children, aged five and eight. Their business, on the Exbury estate, currently employs three full-time staff, with the product bottled in the West Midlands.


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Hampshire Virgin Media customers hit by TV service issue

VIRGIN Media customers faced around five hours of issues with TV services on Sunday .
The problem appeared to surface at around 3.30pm across the country .
The issue sparked a massive response on social media and service checker websites , with it interrupting many people 's viewing of the Six Nations rugby union clash between England and Ireland , Doctor Who on BBC and the Love Island final on ITV .
Independent outage monitor Downdectorregistered thousands of issues from customers claiming they were without a TV service .
There have been reports of issues from customers across Southampton and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ frustrated customer said : `` Virgin media TV is down - during the England v Ireland rugby match !
Do n't they have disaster recovery where they can swap to a different broadcasting solution ? ''
A Virgin Media spokesperson said : “ We ’ re aware of an issue affecting broadcast TV services for some customers in Basildon , Croydon , Cosham , Poole and Southampton .
Broadband services are unaffected .
We apologise for the inconvenience caused and our teams are working promptly to resolve the problem.
” The spokesperson later @ @ @ @ @ @ @ around 8.30pm .

The problem appeared to surface at around 3.30pm across the country.
The issue sparked a massive response on social media and service checker websites, with it interrupting many people's viewing of the Six Nations rugby union clash between England and Ireland, Doctor Who on BBC and the Love Island final on ITV.
Independent outage monitor Downdectorregistered thousands of issues from customers claiming they were without a TV service.
There have been reports of issues from customers across Southampton and other parts of the county.
One frustrated customer said: "Virgin media TV is down - during the England v Ireland rugby match! Don't they have disaster recovery where they can swap to a different broadcasting solution?"
Virgin Media's Twitter account replied to a raft of complaints online.
A Virgin Media spokesperson said: “We’re aware of an issue affecting broadcast TV services for some customers in Basildon, Croydon, Cosham, Poole and Southampton. Broadband services are unaffected. We apologise for the inconvenience caused and our teams are working promptly to resolve the problem.”
The spokesperson later said they issue had been reseloved at around 8.30pm.


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--House prices remaining steady in Southampton

House prices remained steady in Southampton in December , new figures show .
The lack of movement maintains the longer-term trend , which has seen property prices in the area suffer a 1.6 % annual decline .
The average Southampton house price in December was £208,586 , Land Registry figures show .
Over the month , the picture was similar to that across the South East , where prices decreased 0.3 %  , but Southampton underperformed compared to the 0.3 % rise for the UK as a whole .
Over the last year , the average sale price of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the area 57th among the South East ’ s 67 local authorities for annual The best annual growth in the region was in Sevenoaks , where properties increased on average by 7.5 % , to £450,000 .
At the other end of the scale , properties in Tandridge dropped 8.1 % in value , giving an average price of £426,000 .
Owners of detached houses saw the biggest improvement in property prices in Southampton in December – they increased 0.9 % , to £358,666 on average– but over the last year , prices @ @ @ @ @ @ @ types of property : First-time buyers in Southampton spent an average of £187,200 on their property – £3,500 less than a year ago , and £31,000 more than in December 2014 .
By comparison , former owner-occupiers paid £237,000 on average in December – 26.6 % more than first-time buyers .
l How do property prices in Southampton compare ?
Buyers paid less for properties in Southampton than anywhere else in the South East in December .
The average price paid in South Bucks ( £613,000 ) , at the other end of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Southampton .
The highest property prices across the UK were in Kensington and Chelsea , where the average December sale price of £1.3 million could buy 14 properties in Burnley ( average £92,000 ) .
Across the South East , property prices are lower than those across the UK , where the average cost £235,000 .

The lack of movement maintains the longer-term trend, which has seen property prices in the area suffer a 1.6% annual decline.
The average Southampton house price in December was £208,586, Land Registry figures show.
Over the month, the picture was similar to that across the South East, where prices decreased 0.3%, but Southampton underperformed compared to the 0.3% rise for the UK as a whole.
Over the last year, the average sale price of property in Southampton remained level – putting the area 57th among the South East’s 67 local authorities for annual
growth.
The best annual growth in the region was in Sevenoaks, where properties increased on average by 7.5%, to £450,000. At the other end of the scale, properties in Tandridge dropped 8.1% in value, giving an average price of £426,000.
l Winners and Losers
Owners of detached houses saw the biggest improvement in property prices in Southampton in December – they increased 0.9%, to £358,666 on average– but over the last year, prices dropped by 0.8%.
Among other types of property:
Semi-detached: up 0.2% monthly; down 0.4% annually; £255,385 average
Terraced: down 0.3% monthly; down 1.3% annually; £209,418 average
Flats: down 0.2% monthly; down 2.9% annually; £151,645 average
First steps on the property ladder
First-time buyers in Southampton spent an average of £187,200 on their property – £3,500 less than a year ago, and £31,000 more than in December 2014.
By comparison, former owner-occupiers paid £237,000 on average in December – 26.6% more than first-time buyers.
l How do property prices in Southampton compare?
Buyers paid less for properties in Southampton than anywhere else in the South East in December. The average price paid in South Bucks (£613,000), at the other end of the scale, would buy 2.9 homes in Southampton.
The highest property prices across the UK were in Kensington and Chelsea, where the average December sale price of £1.3 million could buy 14 properties in Burnley (average £92,000).
Across the South East, property prices are lower than those across the UK, where the average cost £235,000.
Average property price in December
Southampton: £208,586
The South East: £325,050
UK: £234,742


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Readers' Letter: Tip charges will make fly-tipping issue worse

While visiting Romsey tip today I was informed politely by a member of staff that my van permit was due to run out soon , even though it was issued on May 2 , 2017 , and I had only used it five times out of a possible 36 visits in three years .
I went straight onto the website only to be asked for a £15.00 administration fee .
I 've never had to pay that before .
I got on to Hampshire County Council and after numerous automated voice messages got through to talk to a real person @ @ @ @ @ @ @ charge had just been brought in to cover the costs of the permits to save the council money .
I ca n't believe that we now have to pay extra to get rid of more of our waste .
We already pay added costs for green waste .
In these times of being advised to recycle as much as we can to save the planet I ca n't understand why we still have to pay even extra to do so .
If anyone from the council cares to drive up to the tip @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that goes on along the lanes .
Having to now pay more will only make the situation worse , surely .
I know it 's only a £15.00 charge but exactly were does it end ?

I went straight onto the website only to be asked for a £15.00 administration fee.
I've never had to pay that before. I got on to Hampshire County Council and after numerous automated voice messages got through to talk to a real person, who then told me that the charge had just been brought in to cover the costs of the permits to save the council money.
I can't believe that we now have to pay extra to get rid of more of our waste.
We already pay added costs for green waste. In these times of being advised to recycle as much as we can to save the planet I can't understand why we still have to pay even extra to do so.
If anyone from the council cares to drive up to the tip they will see the constant fly tipping that goes on along the lanes. Having to now pay more will only make the situation worse, surely.
I know it's only a £15.00 charge but exactly were does it end?
Suzanne Bundy
Romsey


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--How Tesco Clubcard users can double their points

YOU can double your Tesco Clubcard points on every shop until March 1 .
The well-known loyalty scheme lets customers accumulate points , which can then be turned into vouchers to spend in store or turned into vouchers for high-street restaurants and leisure activities .
And now Clubcard users can double the points they collect – but you ’ ll have to be quick as the offer only last until March 1 .
How can I get double points ?
Any shopper who uses the Clubcard app to scan their Clubcard at the till will get twice as many points @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by using the app .
The offer won ’ t work if you use a physical Clubcard or if shoppers scan their cards via Apple Pay or Android Pay .
You will have to go into the app and scan the card , instead of opening up your phone ’ s digital wallet .
Can I get the app on my phone ?
The app is available on both iOS and Android .
If you 're already a Clubcard holder , setting yourself up on the app is quick and easy .
Are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the offer ?
Tobacco products , stamps , saving stamps , café items , lottery products , prescription medicines , infant formula , gift cards , travel money and e-top-ups are excluded from the offer .
But apart from that , you can get double-points on any other item – a perfect opportunity for a ‘ big shop ’ .
Will I receive the points straight away ?
It takes around a week for points to show up normally , so don ’ t expect to see them appear straight away .
What @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
Clubcard Plus customers – who pay a monthly fee for 10 % off two big shops a month – can still benefit from the offer .
However , Tesco has said they still need to scan both the app and their Big Shop coupon or they will miss out .
Tesco recently reminded Clubcard customers to check their account and redeem any vouchers before they expire .
The supermarket said there is around £17 million worth of vouchers unspent – and they will run out on February 29 .
Clubcard vouchers come @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and if you don ’ t use them before this point you will lose them .

The well-known loyalty scheme lets customers accumulate points, which can then be turned into vouchers to spend in store or turned into vouchers for high-street restaurants and leisure activities.
And now Clubcard users can double the points they collect – but you’ll have to be quick as the offer only last until March 1.
How can I get double points?
Any shopper who uses the Clubcard app to scan their Clubcard at the till will get twice as many points.
You will only get double points by using the app.
The offer won’t work if you use a physical Clubcard or if shoppers scan their cards via Apple Pay or Android Pay.
You will have to go into the app and scan the card, instead of opening up your phone’s digital wallet.
Can I get the app on my phone?
The app is available on both iOS and Android.
If you're already a Clubcard holder, setting yourself up on the app is quick and easy.
Are there any products that are excluded from the offer?
Tobacco products, stamps, saving stamps, café items, lottery products, prescription medicines, infant formula, gift cards, travel money and e-top-ups are excluded from the offer.
But apart from that, you can get double-points on any other item – a perfect opportunity for a ‘big shop’.
Will I receive the points straight away?
It takes around a week for points to show up normally, so don’t expect to see them appear straight away.
What if I am a Clubcard Plus customer?
Clubcard Plus customers – who pay a monthly fee for 10% off two big shops a month – can still benefit from the offer.
However, Tesco has said they still need to scan both the app and their Big Shop coupon or they will miss out.
Warning over unspent points
Tesco recently reminded Clubcard customers to check their account and redeem any vouchers before they expire.
The supermarket said there is around £17 million worth of vouchers unspent – and they will run out on February 29.
Clubcard vouchers come with an expiry date of two years and if you don’t use them before this point you will lose them.


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--CAMERA CLUB: 19 stunning shots of wildlife and nature across Hampshire

HAMPSHIRE 'S sky was filled with colour as the sun set this week over the county .
Vibrant purples , @ @ @ @ @ all over the county by Daily Echo Camera Club members .
A pair of otters @ @ @ @ @ the New Forest Wildlife Park and an array of birds were snapped mid-flight .
Other @ @ @ @ @ foxes and New Forest ponies were also photographed , highlighting the ability of those who @ @ @ @ @ the best shot .
This double-page spread has been filled with incredible shots taken by @ @ @ @ @ you enjoy looking at these images or fancy having a go at getting your picture @ @ @ @ @ can join the club yourself at www.facebook.com/groups/decameraclub/ .
Members of the Daily Echo Camera Club @ @ @ @ @ , and post many pictures daily .

Vibrant purples, reds and oranges were captured all over the county by Daily Echo Camera Club members.
A pair of otters were captured cuddling up at the New Forest Wildlife Park and an array of birds were snapped mid-flight.
Other wildlife such as deer, foxes and New Forest ponies were also photographed, highlighting the ability of those who braved the weather to get the best shot.
This double-page spread has been filled with incredible shots taken by photographers and readers.
If you enjoy looking at these images or fancy having a go at getting your picture in the paper, you can join the club yourself at www.facebook.com/groups/decameraclub/.
Members of the Daily Echo Camera Club regularly share tips and advice, and post many pictures daily.


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Hampshire Cricket scoops prizes for success of new mobile app

HAMPSHIRE Cricket has won two prestigious prizes - including the best loyalty initiative award - in a glittering ceremony at the Ageas Bowl .
The accolade , which recognises creative and innovative approaches to engaging with fans and members , was presented to the club following the launch of its new App .
Hailed as the first of its type in English county cricket , the App has helped bring fans closer to the action while enhancing their matchday experience .
It was developed in partnership with InCrowd and enables Hampshire fans across the globe to enjoy live streaming , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well as access to exclusive content and behind-the-scenes footage .
They are also able to have their say thanks to player-of-the-match polls , while a Fan Cam allows supporters to share their experience of following Hampshire .
Its early success has seen users spend more than 2.3 million minutes on the platform , accumulating in excess of 1.5 million page views .
Another key component of the App is its ticketing wallet , which resulted in more than 17,000 digital tickets being used to gain admission for matches during the 2019 season .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Business of Cricket Awards , held at the Ageas Bowl for the first time .
Hampshire Cricket ’ s head of marketing , Harry Walklin , received the Rising Star Award , while the club itself was shortlisted for its Blast IT Communications Campaign , in which the App played a central role .
Mr Walklin said : “ It was a huge privilege to host this year ’ s Business of Cricket Awards and we ’ re thrilled the Hampshire Cricket App was recognised .
`` It was developed with our fans @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been delighted to see so many of our supporters utilising it to stay close to everything going on at the club . ''

The accolade, which recognises creative and innovative approaches to engaging with fans and members, was presented to the club following the launch of its new App.
Hailed as the first of its type in English county cricket, the App has helped bring fans closer to the action while enhancing their matchday experience.
It was developed in partnership with InCrowd and enables Hampshire fans across the globe to enjoy live streaming, scorecards and video highlights of matches as well as access to exclusive content and behind-the-scenes footage.
They are also able to have their say thanks to player-of-the-match polls, while a Fan Cam allows supporters to share their experience of following Hampshire.
Its early success has seen users spend more than 2.3 million minutes on the platform, accumulating in excess of 1.5 million page views.
Another key component of the App is its ticketing wallet, which resulted in more than 17,000 digital tickets being used to gain admission for matches during the 2019 season.
The accolade was presented at the ECB Business of Cricket Awards, held at the Ageas Bowl for the first time.
Hampshire Cricket’s head of marketing, Harry Walklin, received the Rising Star Award, while the club itself was shortlisted for its Blast IT Communications Campaign, in which the App played a central role.
Mr Walklin said: “It was a huge privilege to host this year’s Business of Cricket Awards and we’re thrilled the Hampshire Cricket App was recognised.
"It was developed with our fans firmly in mind and we’ve been delighted to see so many of our supporters utilising it to stay close to everything going on at the club."
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thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Readers' Letter: Credit to city council for keeping parks in order

I WROTE a few years ago about how proud we should all be with the way that the Southampton parks @ @ @ @ @ standard of the city parks year after year , especially in the spring with the @ @ @ @ @ camellias and rhododendrons and in the summer with the rose beds .
But I must @ @ @ @ @ work they are doing at the moment by trimming the trees tidying up foliage , @ @ @ @ @ the grass in pristine condition , despite the large amount of rain we 've had @ @ @

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thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Jeffery Batty travelled from Norfolk to Hampshire to meet 11-year-old child

A `` DEPRAVED and dangerous '' man travelled more than 200 miles to meet and abuse an 11-year-old child in Hampshire .
Jeffery Batty , 50 , travelled to Rownham Services , off the M27 , from Norfolk with the expectation of meeting and abusing an 11-year-old child in January 2019 .
However , upon his arrival he was met and arrested by officers from the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit ( SEROCU ) , who had already been investigating him over a number of months .
Despite being charged with arranging or facilitating the commission of a child @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and distribution of indecent images in August 2019 , he continued to commit similar offences .
He later arranged meeting with an eight-year-old child after being released on bail .
Batty was again greeted at the arranged meeting point by SEROCU and Norfolk Constabulary officers , and subsequently charged with a further five offences .
These included arranging to meet another child for the purpose of sex , possessing and distributing indecent images and videos of children , and he was remanded .
Batty , of Rectory Road , Edingthorpe , pleaded guilty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Court hearing on Thursday , February 20 .
He was sentenced to six and a half years imprisonment , with an extended licence period of eight years .
Detective Inspector Phil Attwood , from SEROCU , described Batty as a `` clearly depraved , dangerous individual '' who was `` fully committed '' to undertaking abhorrent abuse of children .
He added : “ It is only right that he has received a lengthy prison sentence , and I ’ d like to highlight the work of the investigators involved in this case @ @ @ @ @ @ @ carry out his sordid intentions .
“ This investigation forms part of our continued priority to protect children from sexual exploitation from those who seek to do them harm , and I would urge anyone who has information on child abuse or is a victim to report it to your local police force right away via 101 .
“ We will always follow up allegations of abuse , no matter when they occurred , and victims can talk in confidence to experienced investigators who will help them get access to a range of @ @ @

Jeffery Batty, 50, travelled to Rownham Services, off the M27, from Norfolk with the expectation of meeting and abusing an 11-year-old child in January 2019.
However, upon his arrival he was met and arrested by officers from the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit (SEROCU), who had already been investigating him over a number of months.
Despite being charged with arranging or facilitating the commission of a child sex offence and 11 offences of possession and distribution of indecent images in August 2019, he continued to commit similar offences.
He later arranged meeting with an eight-year-old child after being released on bail.
Batty was again greeted at the arranged meeting point by SEROCU and Norfolk Constabulary officers, and subsequently charged with a further five offences.
These included arranging to meet another child for the purpose of sex, possessing and distributing indecent images and videos of children, and he was remanded.
Batty, of Rectory Road, Edingthorpe, pleaded guilty to 17 charges at a Southampton Crown Court hearing on Thursday, February 20.
He was sentenced to six and a half years imprisonment, with an extended licence period of eight years.
Detective Inspector Phil Attwood, from SEROCU, described Batty as a "clearly depraved, dangerous individual" who was "fully committed" to undertaking abhorrent abuse of children.
He added: “It is only right that he has received a lengthy prison sentence, and I’d like to highlight the work of the investigators involved in this case for ensuring that he was unable to carry out his sordid intentions.
“This investigation forms part of our continued priority to protect children from sexual exploitation from those who seek to do them harm, and I would urge anyone who has information on child abuse or is a victim to report it to your local police force right away via 101.
“We will always follow up allegations of abuse, no matter when they occurred, and victims can talk in confidence to experienced investigators who will help them get access to a range of support.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--One lane of M27 blocked after accident

One lane of M27 blocked after accident

ONE lane of a Hampshire motorway has been blocked following a crash .
A lane of the M27 westbound has @ @ @ @ @ road traffic incident .
The accident happened between junction 7 near Hedge End and junction @ @ @ @ @ lane is currently still closed and motorists are asked to approach with caution .


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Police appeal after man suffers serious injuries in crash in Owslebury

POLICE are appealing for information after a pensioner suffered serious neck and chest injuries in a crash .
Officers are @ @ @ @ @ forward after a 89-year-old man suffered serious neck and chest injuries in a single vehicle @ @ @ @ @ , February 19 .
Police were called after a black BMW 118D was involved in @ @ @ @ @ at 12.50pm on Longwood Road .
The driver of the vehicle , a man from @ @ @ @ @ and was taken to hospital .
Officers investigating the exact circumstances of the collision are @ @ @ @ @ witnesses .
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said : `` Did you see the collision @ @ @ @ @ have a dash cam in your car which captured the incident ?
`` Or maybe @ @ @ @ @ prior to officers arriving or saw the vehicle in the area of Longwood Road in @ @ @ @ @ ?
`` Anyone with information can call 101 , quoting 44200063722 . ''

Officers are asking for witnesses to come forward after a 89-year-old man suffered serious neck and chest injuries in a single vehicle collision in Owslebury last Wednesday, February 19.
Police were called after a black BMW 118D was involved in a collision with a tree at 12.50pm on Longwood Road.
The driver of the vehicle, a man from Cardiff, suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital.
Officers investigating the exact circumstances of the collision are keen to speak with any witnesses.
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said: "Did you see the collision happen, or maybe you have a dash cam in your car which captured the incident?
"Or maybe you assisted at the scene prior to officers arriving or saw the vehicle in the area of Longwood Road in the moments before the collision?
"Anyone with information can call 101, quoting 44200063722."


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Police hunt launched after four teenagers robbed in Locks Heath

A POLICE hunt has been launched after four teenage boys were robbed in Hampshire .
Officers have launched an investigation after a man reportedly robbed a group of teenage boys in Locks Heath on Friday February 21 .
Between 3pm and 3.15pm , the man was said to approach the group on Crescent Park Road , before threatening them , demanding their belongings and striking one of the boys in the head .
The man was described as being aged 17 or 18 , around 5ft 10ins tall with light coloured hair and a slim build .
He was also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with a zip-up front , similar to a rain proof jacket with a hood .
Now officers have started patrols in the area and have been conducting enquiries in the area .
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said : `` We are appealing for witnesses to help identify a man who reportedly robbed a group of four teenage boys in Locks Heath on Friday 21 February .
One of the boys was then struck in the head , but was uninjured .
`` We have been carrying out patrols and enquiries in the local @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would also like to ask anyone who was in the area at the time of the offence if they saw anyone matching this description .
`` This incident happened in broad daylight and I ’ m sure other people would have been in the area at the time this man was .
If you can help us identify this person , please make contact with us.
” Anyone with information has been urged to call 101 , quoting the reference number of 44200066839 , or alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 @ @ @

Officers have launched an investigation after a man reportedly robbed a group of teenage boys in Locks Heath on Friday February 21.
Between 3pm and 3.15pm, the man was said to approach the group on Crescent Park Road, before threatening them, demanding their belongings and striking one of the boys in the head.
The man was described as being aged 17 or 18, around 5ft 10ins tall with light coloured hair and a slim build.
He was also reported to be wearing a black jacket with a zip-up front, similar to a rain proof jacket with a hood.
Now officers have started patrols in the area and have been conducting enquiries in the area.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "We are appealing for witnesses to help identify a man who reportedly robbed a group of four teenage boys in Locks Heath on Friday 21 February. One of the boys was then struck in the head, but was uninjured.
"We have been carrying out patrols and enquiries in the local area and scoping CCTV, and we would also like to ask anyone who was in the area at the time of the offence if they saw anyone matching this description.
"This incident happened in broad daylight and I’m sure other people would have been in the area at the time this man was. If you can help us identify this person, please make contact with us.”
Anyone with information has been urged to call 101, quoting the reference number of 44200066839, or alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Fareham MP Suella Braverman sworn in as Attorney General

HAMPSHIRE MP Suella Braverman has been sworn in as Attorney General .
She was joined by her family during a ceremony at the Royal Courts of Justice in London today .
In her new role Suella will be the chief legal adviser to the Crown .
She will deal with the legal aspects of all major international and domestic legal action involving the government .
Commenting on the ceremony the Rt Hon Suella Braverman QC MP said : “ It is a privilege to be sworn in as Attorney General and a moment I will cherish as the second woman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Restoring confidence in the criminal justice system is my top priority .
`` I want to thank my predecessor for his work in this area and his distinguished service to Government .
`` I want to thank the Lord Chancellor and Lord Chief Justice for their kind words .
`` I look forward to working with them both in the unique roles we each play in upholding the rule of law at the heart of the UK constitution.
” Also attending the ceremony was the Lord Chancellor , the Rt Hon Robert @ @ @ @ @ @ @ delighted to welcome the new Attorney General to this vital and historic role .
“ The relationship between the Law Officers and the Lord Chancellor is a crucial one .
`` I look forward to working closely with the Attorney on matters relating to the rule of law , which is the cornerstone of our democracy and a major factor in our success as a civilised and prosperous nation.
” Ms Braverman , who was first elected as MP for Fareham in 2015 replaces the Rt Hon Geoffrey Cox in her new role @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Education Select Committee and the Education , Skills and the Economy Sub-Committee , and opened a Westminster Hall debate in the House of Commons discussing alleged failings of Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust .
Her appointment came after Sajid Javid dramatically quit as chancellor earlier in the month after Boris Johnson ordered him to fire his closest aides .
Called to the Bar in 2005 , Suella Braverman specialised in public law and judicial review .

She was joined by her family during a ceremony at the Royal Courts of Justice in London today.
In her new role Suella will be the chief legal adviser to the Crown.
She will deal with the legal aspects of all major international and domestic legal action involving the government.
Commenting on the ceremony the Rt Hon Suella Braverman QC MP said:
“It is a privilege to be sworn in as Attorney General and a moment I will cherish as the second woman to be appointed to this historic role.
Restoring confidence in the criminal justice system is my top priority.
"I want to thank my predecessor for his work in this area and his distinguished service to Government.
"I want to thank the Lord Chancellor and Lord Chief Justice for their kind words.
"I look forward to working with them both in the unique roles we each play in upholding the rule of law at the heart of the UK constitution.”
Also attending the ceremony was the Lord Chancellor, the Rt Hon Robert Buckland who said: “I am delighted to welcome the new Attorney General to this vital and historic role.
“The relationship between the Law Officers and the Lord Chancellor is a crucial one.
"I look forward to working closely with the Attorney on matters relating to the rule of law, which is the cornerstone of our democracy and a major factor in our success as a civilised and prosperous nation.”
Ms Braverman, who was first elected as MP for Fareham in 2015 replaces the Rt Hon Geoffrey Cox in her new role.
She has previously had stints in the Education Select Committee and the Education, Skills and the Economy Sub-Committee, and opened a Westminster Hall debate in the House of Commons discussing alleged failings of Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust.
Her appointment came after Sajid Javid dramatically quit as chancellor earlier in the month after Boris Johnson ordered him to fire his closest aides.
Called to the Bar in 2005, Suella Braverman specialised in public law and judicial review.


thedailyecho--2020-02-24--Primark warns coronavirus could lead to 'supply shortages'

PRIMARK has warned it may run have a shortage of new stock because of delays caused by the coronavirus outbreak in China .
The chain ’ s owner Associated British Foods ( ABF ) says there is a risk of supply shortages on some of the retailer 's lines later in the year if factory delays continue .
However , it said the high street giant , which sources numerous products from China , is `` well stocked with cover for several months '' and does not expect any `` short-term impact '' as a result of the virus .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ mitigate the impact of coronavirus on Primark , including the possibility of increasing production from suppliers in other regions .
The FTSE 100 firm also said it has some food operations in China , with its AB Mauri , AB Agri and Ovaltine factories in the country operating at reduced capacity due to `` labour and logistics constraints '' .
The warning came as ABF said half-year sales and operating profit growth are both expected to surpass expectations following strong sales at the high street retailer .
The group said Primark sales in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are 4.2 % higher than the same period last year , as it was boosted by recent site expansions .
The group said it was on track to post full-year figures in line with expectations , on the back of strong group sales and profits for the half year to February 29 .
Associated British Foods said Primark 's UK sales are expected to have risen 3 % against last year following store expansions and openings .

The chain’s owner Associated British Foods (ABF) says there is a risk of supply shortages on some of the retailer's lines later in the year if factory delays continue.
However, it said the high street giant, which sources numerous products from China, is "well stocked with cover for several months" and does not expect any "short-term impact" as a result of the virus.
ABF said it is assessing plans to mitigate the impact of coronavirus on Primark, including the possibility of increasing production from suppliers in other regions.
The FTSE 100 firm also said it has some food operations in China, with its AB Mauri, AB Agri and Ovaltine factories in the country operating at reduced capacity due to "labour and logistics constraints".
The warning came as ABF said half-year sales and operating profit growth are both expected to surpass expectations following strong sales at the high street retailer.
The group said Primark sales in the first half of the financial year are 4.2% higher than the same period last year, as it was boosted by recent site expansions.
The group said it was on track to post full-year figures in line with expectations, on the back of strong group sales and profits for the half year to February 29.
Associated British Foods said Primark's UK sales are expected to have risen 3% against last year following store expansions and openings.


thedailyecho--2020-02-28--Tributes paid to firefighter Michael Szymanski who passed away off-duty

TRIBUTES have been paid to a “ one of a kind ” firefighter who suddenly passed away following 18 years of service helping to save lives across Hampshire .
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service were informed on Wednesday morning that Michael “ Shrek ” Szymanski , who served at both Redbridge and Winchester Fire Station , had passed away while he was off duty .
Flags have since been placed at half mast at fire stations across Hampshire and the UK in honour of the 46-year-old .
Tributes have since flooded in for the firefighter , who was also a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ North Scouts .
One of Michael ’ s colleagues said : “ All I can say personally is that Mike - Shrek as we all knew him - was the absolute epitome of the term ‘ one of a kind ’ .
“ He lit up any room with his pranks and games and just being him .
“ Once met and never forgotten .
A kind soul with a devil sense of humour .
“ He will be sorely missed by everyone here at Redbridge , his close friends , colleagues , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” Chief Fire Officer Neil Odin said : “ Mike ’ s death comes as a great shock to the Service .
“ I know he will be sorely missed by his colleagues especially at Redbridge and Winchester fire stations .
“ Our thoughts are with his family , friends and colleagues at this sad time .
“ One of our senior officers is in contact with Mike ’ s family and we will provide them with all the support they need.
” More than 70 people also paid their respects to Michael @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on by crowds at Asda ’ s Totton branch after downing eight Cadbury ’ s creme eggs in three minutes to win a competition against three volunteers , including firefighter Marcus Hill , back in 2005 .
In 2004 , the Daily Echo reported that he also went up against the store ’ s publicity woman Liz Bennett to see how long they could sit in a bath full of compost for Children In Need .

Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service were informed on Wednesday morning that Michael “Shrek” Szymanski, who served at both Redbridge and Winchester Fire Station, had passed away while he was off duty.
Flags have since been placed at half mast at fire stations across Hampshire and the UK in honour of the 46-year-old.
Tributes have since flooded in for the firefighter, who was also a former volunteer and chairman of New Forest North Scouts.
Michael's wife Lisa said: “My family are lost for words, Mike was the lynchpin to our family unit.
"Our children, Rose and Adam, are a credit to him, showing true strength of character at this difficult time.
“Mike inspired everyone around him, he continually challenged himself physically, whether it was completing the Marathon des Sables, cycling South Downs Way from Winchester to Brighton and back again or simply learning to stand on his head.
“Mike’s death has left family, friends and colleagues devastated.“
One of Michael’s colleagues said: “All I can say personally is that Mike - Shrek as we all knew him - was the absolute epitome of the term ‘one of a kind’.
“He lit up any room with his pranks and games and just being him.
“Once met and never forgotten. A kind soul with a devil sense of humour.
“He will be sorely missed by everyone here at Redbridge, his close friends, colleagues, and everyone who ever worked with him.”
Chief Fire Officer Neil Odin said: “Mike’s death comes as a great shock to the Service.
“I know he will be sorely missed by his colleagues especially at Redbridge and Winchester fire stations.
“Our thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues at this sad time.
“One of our senior officers is in contact with Mike’s family and we will provide them with all the support they need.”
More than 70 people also paid their respects to Michael across social media.
Michael was cheered on by crowds at Asda’s Totton branch after downing eight Cadbury’s creme eggs in three minutes to win a competition against three volunteers, including firefighter Marcus Hill, back in 2005.
In 2004, the Daily Echo reported that he also went up against the store’s publicity woman Liz Bennett to see how long they could sit in a bath full of compost for Children In Need.


thedailyecho--2020-02-28--Two women die in serious car crash on A27, near Chichester

TWO women have been killed in a serious car crash on a main road last night .
An 80-year-old woman and a 75-year-old woman from Chichester were pronounced dead following a two-car collision in a Renault Zoe , which happened on the A27 near Chichester .
Four others were injured in the crash at 10.10pm west of the Fishbourne roundabout .
Firefighters from Cosham , Havant and Emsworth and an air ambulance were called to the collision , including emergency services from Sussex , after the two cars – a white Ford Focus and a purple Renault Zoe – had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ alongside the eastbound carriageway .
The driver of the Focus – a 27-year-old man from Emsworth – suffered potentially life-threatening head injuries and was taken to Southampton Hospital .
The other occupants of the Zoe suffered minor injuries and were taken to Portsmouth Hospital for treatment .
A section of the eastbound carriageway was closed until 8am this morning , while recovery and investigation work was carried out at the scene .
A spokesperson from Sussex police said : `` Anyone who witnessed the collision , saw either of the cars in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has dash cam footage , is asked to email collision.appeal @ sussex.pnn.police.uk quoting Operation Larkhill . ''
Hampshire police has been contacted for comment .

An 80-year-old woman and a 75-year-old woman from Chichester were pronounced dead following a two-car collision in a Renault Zoe, which happened on the A27 near Chichester.
Four others were injured in the crash at 10.10pm west of the Fishbourne roundabout.
Firefighters from Cosham, Havant and Emsworth and an air ambulance were called to the collision, including emergency services from Sussex, after the two cars – a white Ford Focus and a purple Renault Zoe – had left the road and crashed into trees alongside the eastbound carriageway.
The driver of the Focus – a 27-year-old man from Emsworth – suffered potentially life-threatening head injuries and was taken to Southampton Hospital.
The other occupants of the Zoe suffered minor injuries and were taken to Portsmouth Hospital for treatment.
A section of the eastbound carriageway was closed until 8am this morning, while recovery and investigation work was carried out at the scene.
A spokesperson from Sussex police said: "Anyone who witnessed the collision, saw either of the cars in the time leading up to it or who has dash cam footage, is asked to email collision.appeal@sussex.pnn.police.uk quoting Operation Larkhill."
Hampshire police has been contacted for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-02-28--Itchen bridge, Southampton, shuts in both directions by police after concern for welfare call

A SOUTHAMPTON bridge was closed this morning in both directions following a concern for welfare call .
Police were alerted @ @ @ @ @ Bridge at 4.30am , forcing the bridge to be shut .
The bus company , @ @ @ @ @ affected the B*17 and 19 services , which were diverted via the Marine Parade , @ @ @ @ @ , Northam Bridge and Pear Tree Ave in both directions .
However , the bridge @ @ @ @ @ officers attended the scene and resolved the incident .
A spokesperson from the Maritime and @ @ @ @ @ called to `` attend an incident this morning '' .
South Central Ambulance Service has @ @ @ @ @

Police were alerted to a man on Itchen Bridge at 4.30am, forcing the bridge to be shut.
The bus company, Bluestar, reported the closure affected the B*17 and 19 services, which were diverted via the Marine Parade, Belvidere Road, Britannia Road, Northam Bridge and Pear Tree Ave in both directions.
However, the bridge opened at 6.09am after police officers attended the scene and resolved the incident.
A spokesperson from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency said they were called to "attend an incident this morning".
South Central Ambulance Service has been contacted for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-02-28--Coronavirus across Southampton: Here's everything we know so far

WORRIES over the Coronavirus has hit Romsey and Southampton yesterday after a GP surgery was forced to close .
A GP surgery in Romsey was shut yesterday over worries of the coronavirus .
The Nightingale Site of Abbeywell Surgery in Romsey closed yesterday “ due to a potential infection ” .
A spokesperson for the surgery confirmed to the Daily Echo that the closure was due to worries over the coronavirus .
It was originally thought the surgery could also be shut today .
However , now , a spokesperson from the NHS West Hampshire Clinical Commissioning Group said it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from NHS West Hampshire Clinical Commissioning Group , said : “ The Nightingale site of Abbeywell Surgery is temporarily closed to enable a clean of the surgery as a routine precautionary measure .
“ The practice will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so , and patients will be advised if their appointment need to be re-arranged .
“ Safety is our priority and we have been working with public health teams to ensure there is no risk to staff and patients .
“ Patients with routine appointments are being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ If they need to be seen by a GP they are being referred to the Abbey Mead site of Abbeywell Surgery.
” Councillor Nick Adams-King , borough councillor for Blackwater , said : “ While the coronavirus would appear not to be dangerous for around 80 % of us , we must think of those who would be vulnerable to it .
“ If you are concerned you may have been infected , please follow the NHS advice.
” “ Isolate yourself .
Call 111 and follow their instructions .
“ Definitely don @ @ @ @ @ @ @ surgery or A & E , please remember those locations are where you are most likely to infect those who might be most at risk from the infection.
” The Romsey School also issued a warning to parents over fears of the coronavirus , or Covid-19 .
It has confirmed in an official statement that some students have gone home as a “ precautionary measure ” .
Though it is not known whether any members of staff or students have got the virus .
An official statement said : “ There have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the school community having the coronavirus .
“ Any pupils who have gone home have done so as a precautionary measure.
” “ We do want to reassure parents and pupils that the school is a safe place to be and we are monitoring the situation closely.
” The Romsey School has been contacted for comment .
Staff at Southampton General Hospital have been told to shave to help limit the spread of coronavirus , it has been reported .
The news comes as cases of the condition were confirmed in Liverpool and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UK cases to 15 .
Ministers have said they expect more cases to emerge , and in Italy more than 400 people have been confirmed to have coronavirus .
A spokesperson for Southampton Hospital told the Daily Echo there are no confirmed cases of Coronavirus in the hospital , Hampshire or the Isle of Wight .

A GP surgery in Romsey was shut yesterday over worries of the coronavirus.
The Nightingale Site of Abbeywell Surgery in Romsey closed yesterday “due to a potential infection”.
A spokesperson for the surgery confirmed to the Daily Echo that the closure was due to worries over the coronavirus.
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It was originally thought the surgery could also be shut today.
However, now, a spokesperson from the NHS West Hampshire Clinical Commissioning Group said it will re open today.
A spokesperson from NHS West Hampshire Clinical Commissioning Group, said: “The Nightingale site of Abbeywell Surgery is temporarily closed to enable a clean of the surgery as a routine precautionary measure.
“The practice will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so, and patients will be advised if their appointment need to be re-arranged.
“We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
“Safety is our priority and we have been working with public health teams to ensure there is no risk to staff and patients.
“Patients with routine appointments are being called by the doctor to discuss. If they need to be seen by a GP they are being referred to the Abbey Mead site of Abbeywell Surgery.”
Councillor Nick Adams-King, borough councillor for Blackwater, said: “While the coronavirus would appear not to be dangerous for around 80% of us, we must think of those who would be vulnerable to it.
“If you are concerned you may have been infected, please follow the NHS advice.”
“Isolate yourself. Call 111 and follow their instructions.
“Definitely don’t visit your doctor’s surgery or A&E, please remember those locations are where you are most likely to infect those who might be most at risk from the infection.”
The Romsey School also issued a warning to parents over fears of the coronavirus, or Covid-19.
It has confirmed in an official statement that some students have gone home as a “precautionary measure”.
Though it is not known whether any members of staff or students have got the virus.
An official statement said: “There have been no known cases of any member of the school community having the coronavirus.
“Any pupils who have gone home have done so as a precautionary measure.”
“We do want to reassure parents and pupils that the school is a safe place to be and we are monitoring the situation closely.”
The Romsey School has been contacted for comment.
Staff at Southampton General Hospital have been told to shave to help limit the spread of coronavirus, it has been reported.
The news comes as cases of the condition were confirmed in Liverpool and London, bringing the total number of UK cases to 15.
Ministers have said they expect more cases to emerge, and in Italy more than 400 people have been confirmed to have coronavirus.
A spokesperson for Southampton Hospital told the Daily Echo there are no confirmed cases of Coronavirus in the hospital, Hampshire or the Isle of Wight.


thedailyecho--2020-02-28--Masked gang of robbers attack couple in New Forest village

A WOMAN suffered a suspected broken jaw when she was attacked by a gang of masked robbers .
The woman , aged 47 , and a man , aged 54 , were approached by a group of four men with their faces covered in a New Forest village .
The gang assaulted the woman before stealing both the man 's and woman 's watches and other personal items .
They left in a vehicle described as a Honda Civic with the vehicle registration CE08 UAA or similar .
The incident took place in Stopples Lane , Hordle , at 6.22pm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ officers attended the scene and carried out a search of the area .
Detectives are continuing their investigation .
No arrests have been made , however , officers are continuing to seek out CCTV and carry out house to house visits as they attempt to identify the perpetrators .
Detective Sergeant Jamie Wiseman , of Hampshire Constabulary 's Western Investigation Team , said : “ We will be in the area today carrying out a number of enquiries .
We really want to hear from anyone who was in the Stopples Lane area @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this description , or drivers who may have dash cam footage of this car.
” “ Anyone with information is asked to call 101 and quote 44200075102 .
”

The woman, aged 47, and a man, aged 54, were approached by a group of four men with their faces covered in a New Forest village.
The gang assaulted the woman before stealing both the man's and woman's watches and other personal items.
They left in a vehicle described as a Honda Civic with the vehicle registration CE08 UAA or similar.
The incident took place in Stopples Lane, Hordle, at 6.22pm on Thursday, February 27.
Police officers attended the scene and carried out a search of the area. Detectives are continuing their investigation.
No arrests have been made, however, officers are continuing to seek out CCTV and carry out house to house visits as they attempt to identify the perpetrators.
Detective Sergeant Jamie Wiseman, of Hampshire Constabulary's Western Investigation Team, said: “We will be in the area today carrying out a number of enquiries. We really want to hear from anyone who was in the Stopples Lane area last night who saw a vehicle matching this description, or drivers who may have dash cam footage of this car.”
“Anyone with information is asked to call 101 and quote 44200075102.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-28--Councillor hits out at local government over plans for new Lidl and care home near Southampton

A COUNCILLOR has hit out at a council 's local plan policy over controversial plans for a Lidl and care home .
Last week , planners approved a 141-bed care home on land at Bargain Farm , Nursling which was previously earmarked for business use and a park and ride .
On the same site , partly owned by Southampton County Council , there are plans for a brand new Lidl .
Now , Nursling and Rownhams councillor , Phil Bundy , has hit out at Local Government Inspectors .
The area plan , which was adopted in 2016 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would comprise a Park and Ride facility of three hectares , employment provision classes B1/B2 ( business ) of two hectares and 23 dwellings around Bargain Farm House .
Vehicle access to this site was to be via Adanac Drive with another access only for pedestrians and cyclists from Frogmore Lane .
All of this was agreed by a Government Local Plan Inspector .
In 2019 - the access from Frogmore Lane could also become an access for vehicles and not just pedestrians - was agreed by another Government Inspector three years later @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspector .
Cllr Phil Bundy said : `` One person effectively blew a hole in a well constructed plan and opened the floodgates for the latest proposals which now include a Lidl store on the portion of Bargain Farm under the control of Southampton City Council . ''
A statement from Nursling and Rownhams Parish Council said : `` Hence we are where we are today , therefore at a Southern Area Planning Meeting on Tuesday , February 18 , Cllr Phil Bundy along with his colleague Cllr Alison Finlay , felt that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ care facility was a better proposition than yet more industrial units which would have had a much greater impact on the houses in Bargain Close .
`` The architecture had been much improved and fitted better in this particular area .
`` We will now have to wait for more details about the approved NHS health campus and the revised park and ride scheme to be located adjacent to the care facility . ''
Cllr Bundy added : `` The disappointment about this situation is that one person , a Government Inspector , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leading to the adoption of the Local Plan and change the character of an area totally disregarding the recommendations of the previous Government Inspector . ''

Last week, planners approved a 141-bed care home on land at Bargain Farm, Nursling which was previously earmarked for business use and a park and ride.
On the same site, partly owned by Southampton County Council, there are plans for a brand new Lidl.
Now, Nursling and Rownhams councillor, Phil Bundy, has hit out at Local Government Inspectors.
The area plan, which was adopted in 2016, clearly showed that land at Bargain Farm would comprise a Park and Ride facility of three hectares, employment provision classes B1/B2 (business) of two hectares and 23 dwellings around Bargain Farm House.
Vehicle access to this site was to be via Adanac Drive with another access only for pedestrians and cyclists from Frogmore Lane.
All of this was agreed by a Government Local Plan Inspector.
In 2019 - the access from Frogmore Lane could also become an access for vehicles and not just pedestrians - was agreed by another Government Inspector three years later who overrode the original Government Local Plan Inspector.
Cllr Phil Bundy said: "One person effectively blew a hole in a well constructed plan and opened the floodgates for the latest proposals which now include a Lidl store on the portion of Bargain Farm under the control of Southampton City Council."
A statement from Nursling and Rownhams Parish Council said: "Hence we are where we are today, therefore at a Southern Area Planning Meeting on Tuesday, February 18, Cllr Phil Bundy along with his colleague Cllr Alison Finlay, felt that the latest proposal of a well designed care facility was a better proposition than yet more industrial units which would have had a much greater impact on the houses in Bargain Close.
"The architecture had been much improved and fitted better in this particular area.
"We will now have to wait for more details about the approved NHS health campus and the revised park and ride scheme to be located adjacent to the care facility."
Cllr Bundy added: "The disappointment about this situation is that one person, a Government Inspector, can override and undo the democratic process leading to the adoption of the Local Plan and change the character of an area totally disregarding the recommendations of the previous Government Inspector."


thedailyecho--2020-02-28--Meet Dad Pig, the four-year-old pig who is searching for a home

A FRIENDLY four-year-old pig is looking for a home after he was left alone when his owner passed away .
The pot-bellied pig , named Dad Pig , is being cared for in Hampshire and is looking for someone who can provide him with a permanent home .
The Daily Echo are asking readers if they could provide a home for this loveable pet .
RSPCA Inspector Jan Edwards said : “ Pigs are very social animals and need company so it would be great to find Dad Pig somewhere he can go to live alongside other pigs .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Christmas .
`` Since then people who live nearby have been kindly looking after him but he desperately needs to find a new home so we ’ re appealing to anyone who can help to give him the second chance he deserves .
He ’ s four years old and very friendly.
” Jan said anyone who is thinking of rehoming a rescue pig to thoroughly research what is needed to meet the welfare and legal requirements .
She added : “ Rehoming a pig is a big commitment as some breeds can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they need a lot of specialist care as well enough space and the right living conditions .
“ Pigs need plenty of space and they are strong animals so owners should have secure , safe fencing to stop them escaping .
“ They need housing with a clean , straw bedding , which is not drafty and protects them from the cold and sun as they have difficulty keeping cool in summer and warm in winter .
“ Contrary to popular belief pigs should not eat kitchen scraps , it is illegal in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
Jan added : `` They need to eat a commercially prepared pig feed which contains the correct balance of protein , vitamins and minerals .
“ They can drink up to 20 litres of water a day and need regular health checks .
`` They are social animals so need company and also need regular exercise and plenty of stimulation .
`` Pig owners also need licences to move and certificates to exercise their animals.
” He is currently living in North Warnborough , Hampshire .
To find out more about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , contact 0300 123 8018 and leave a message for Inspector Jan Edwards .

The pot-bellied pig, named Dad Pig, is being cared for in Hampshire and is looking for someone who can provide him with a permanent home.
The Daily Echo are asking readers if they could provide a home for this loveable pet.
RSPCA Inspector Jan Edwards said: “Pigs are very social animals and need company so it would be great to find Dad Pig somewhere he can go to live alongside other pigs.
“Sadly his owner passed away just before Christmas.
"Since then people who live nearby have been kindly looking after him but he desperately needs to find a new home so we’re appealing to anyone who can help to give him the second chance he deserves. He’s four years old and very friendly.”
Jan said anyone who is thinking of rehoming a rescue pig to thoroughly research what is needed to meet the welfare and legal requirements.
She added: “Rehoming a pig is a big commitment as some breeds can live to 25 years of age and they need a lot of specialist care as well enough space and the right living conditions.
“Pigs need plenty of space and they are strong animals so owners should have secure, safe fencing to stop them escaping.
“They need housing with a clean, straw bedding, which is not drafty and protects them from the cold and sun as they have difficulty keeping cool in summer and warm in winter.
“Contrary to popular belief pigs should not eat kitchen scraps, it is illegal in order to prevent the risk of disease."
Jan added: "They need to eat a commercially prepared pig feed which contains the correct balance of protein, vitamins and minerals.
“They can drink up to 20 litres of water a day and need regular health checks.
"They are social animals so need company and also need regular exercise and plenty of stimulation.
"Pig owners also need licences to move and certificates to exercise their animals.”
He is currently living in North Warnborough, Hampshire.
To find out more about Dad Pig and offer him a home, contact 0300 123 8018 and leave a message for Inspector Jan Edwards.